It seemed too good to be true — and it was. In scenes akin to the ‘Fyre’ Netflix documentary, which follows a charming man conning partygoers into a fantasy luxury festival on a posh island, David Prince-Popovich flew a group of new friends on a private jet to enjoy the best weekend of their lives. … Read more
Upper-crust travelers are sipping their worries away. Unbothered TikToker Cameron Biafore was “living [her] best life” in first class on an Emirates flight despite extreme turbulence that rocked the aircraft. In a viral TikTok video, which has racked up 1.5 million views since it was posted last month, Biafore showed footage of her sipping on … Read more
It’s time to jettison these foods before takeoff. What you consume affects your energy levels as you try to align your body with the time zone you’ve landed in. Some compounds are digested differently in higher elevations, meaning that the foods you eat before or during a flight should be chosen with extra care. To … Read more
You might get sanwiched in this “sandwich.” Subway recently unveiled a promotional, traveling 180-foot-long blimp in the shape of its new half-pound sandwich called The Beast — and it doubles as a floating restaurant suspended 1,000 feet above the ground. But the “Subway in the Sky” — which will have traveled to three cities nationwide … Read more
Talk about a vacation this woman will never forget. A Maryland woman went viral on TikTok after revealing she was ghosted by a man who flew her out to Miami but initially had “no idea why.” The woman named Chandler, 30, said the man packed up his stuff while she was asleep in a hotel … Read more
A routine elevator ride in China nearly turned deadly after a malfunctioning lift suddenly plummeted like a drop tower amusement park ride, injuring three passengers, as seen in a dramatic CCTV clip. “Everything was spinning. We were all thrown in the air before crashing onto the floor,” Li, one of the riders, told Newsflare while … Read more
Make sure these tips don’t fly under the radar. A New York-based flight attendant has revealed the five things she would never do before or on a flight, including scuba diving prior to takeoff or booking tickets through a third-party site. “When I’m flying anywhere international or anywhere that’s far, I’m not gonna use their … Read more
The call of the sea. Apparently not even the middle of the ocean is safe from pickpockets: Video captured the astonishing moment a flying fish leaped into a boat and “made off” with a woman’s smartphone, proving you don’t have to be an angler to have a fish on the line. “What happened was so … Read more
She’s carries a lot of excess baggage. A former Pennsylvania fast-food addict is being compared to a “flying squirrel” after shedding 182 pounds left her with baggy, excess skin. She regular posts updates on her Gumby-like affliction to her over 108,000 followers on TikTok. “I heard it could happen but I didn’t know how bad … Read more
After a woman went viral for sharing that she was forced to step on a baggage scale before boarding her flight, Air New Zealand announced that they will begin weighing passengers before some international flights. The airline announced Monday that it will be asking more than 10,000 passengers to take part in a weight survey … Read more
Air New Zealand will be asking to weigh passengers traveling internationally in June. The information will be collected to help the airline determine average passenger weights going forward when calculating the weight and balance of aircraft – which all pilots need to know before takeoff. Alastair James, Air New Zealand load control improvement specialist, assured … Read more
A former airline staffer revealed one of her top tips to never do when flying is to pick the shortest layover. While inexperienced travelers may think the smartest option is to make their journey as short as possible, Megan Homme warned she will pick the longer option every time. “If you have the option between … Read more
Americans aren’t feeling the Spirit in the sky. In an anonymous survey taken on May 1, travel resource site, the Vacationer, asked over 1,000 Americans which of the 10 major US-based carriers that they avoid flying. And Spirit Airlines had the dubious distinction of finishing on top with 21%. Allegiant Air finished second with 16.36% … Read more
Prince Harry didn’t waste one precious second trying to get back home to his family in California following King Charles’ coronation. The Duke of Sussex, 38, spent just a half-hour at Buckingham Palace and didn’t see any members of the royal family after the event, the Daily Telegraph reported. Harry jetted off right after his … Read more
It’s a high-flying achievement. Tom Cruise took the skies in his P-51 Mustang plane Sunday to accept his MTV Movie Award for Best Performance in a Movie for the film “Top Gun: Maverick.” The 60-year-old, who had his golden popcorn trophy in the co-pilot’s seat, thanked his fanbase for their love and support in a … Read more
The average parent will drive over 1,400 miles to their destination before considering another mode of transportation, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 car owners or drivers who are parents of school-aged children revealed that when going on a trip, parents will drive an average of 1,479 miles before choosing to fly or … Read more
Let’s call it extra motivation to play in New York. Aaron Rodgers was traded to the Jets on Monday, putting him nearby rumored girlfriend Mallory Edens. Edens, the daughter of Bucks owner and financial magnate Wes Edens, was born and raised in New York. Rodgers was first linked to the 26-year-old model in January after … Read more
He delivered pizza with a side of justice in 30 minutes or less. A Pennsylvania pizza man served a slice of karma after literally tripping up a suspected carjacker while dropping off a pie. Doorbell cam footage of the stuffed crust courier saving the day is currently blowing up online. “I could see him get … Read more
A motorcyclist is lucky to be alive after a car T-boned his bike, sending him catapulting into the air before landing side-on in a service station driveway. The male rider was riding on Torrens Rd, Woodville in Adelaide, South Australia when he was hit by a Toyota Camry that was turning right into a side … Read more
A passenger has shared an incredible note that a pilot handed to her during a terrifying flight, which she says changed everything for her. Italy-based Julia Buckley had been awfully nervous about stepping on a plane, however, British Airways Captain Del managed to ease her fear significantly by handing her a note when on board. It … Read more