JohnnyJet

Welcome to the ultimate hub where travel aficionados come together to share their insights and knowledge, helping you become a travel pro. This platform is not just about learning; it's a space to have fun, discover new places, and relax. I started this newsletter and website as a personal project. It all began when I reached out to a few friends who loved to travel and wanted to accumulate mileage like I did. We challenged each other to see who could rack up the most miles, and after surpassing them (having traveled an impressive 150,000 miles a year for the last decade), I decided to lend a helping hand. My initial emails provided them with tips on which numbers to call for earning double miles or points. As my creativity grew, so did my email list. I began adding features like travel tips, live webcams, and valuable travel websites. Soon, I received requests from people I didn’t even know, wanting to join my distribution list. When my subscriber count hit 500, I realized it was time to create a dedicated website. I saw that while there were many helpful sites out there, none had everything I needed in one place. With countless travel bookmarks that I couldn’t easily navigate, I organized them all into one user-friendly portal: The Johnny Jet Portal! This website is designed to connect travelers with all the resources the internet has to offer, whether you jet-set every week or travel just once every few years. It has become the go-to destination for thousands of travelers. Those who contribute to Johnny Jet share my passion for travel, and together we uncover the best ways to travel efficiently, comfortably, stylishly, and affordably. Spread the word and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to subscribe to our free Johnny Jet Travel News, Tips, and Stories newsletter (here) and make use of our search engines when planning their trips. Discover more about our journey at: https://www.johnnyjet.com/about-johnny/

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Despite Big Changes at the Airline, Southwest Flight Attendant Brings the Fun in Viral Video

1 day ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

Two months ago, Southwest Airlines made a major announcement: they’re ending their iconic “two bags fly free” policy and introducing a new Basic Economy fare. Starting May 28, flight changes will no longer be allowed, and flight credits will have an expiration date. You can find all the key details here. Many travel experts, myself included, were concerned that these changes (and others), might impact employee morale, especially among Southwest’s famously friendly and fun flight attendants.
United Elevates International Flying with New 787-9 Dreamliner Interior

1 day ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

United Airlines just announced they’re going to upgrade their Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Dubbed the United Elevated interior, this fresh look and feel comes with a long list of luxury updates designed to enhance comfort, connectivity and premium service across every cabin. See video below. At the heart of the redesign are the new United Polaris Studio suites, an upgraded tier of business class that adds more space and high-end features to the front row of each business section.
Video: Alaska Airlines Makes History with First-Ever Mother-Son Pilot Team

2 days ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

Here’s a Mother’s Day story that will be sure to fill your heart. Jeff Miles, a newly hired first officer for Alaska Airlines, recently joined his mother, Captain Michelle Miles, in the flight deck of a Boeing 737 to fly from Seattle to Kahului, Maui. Together, they became Alaska Airlines’ first-ever mother-son pilot team in the airline’s 90-plus-year history.
The One Rule You Must Follow Before Reclining Your Seat on a Plane

4 days ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

There’s long been a debate about whether or not airline passengers should recline their seat or not. I will give you my opinion and a flight attendant’s shortly, but commonsense tells you that if there’s a recline button then there’s no problem. However, if you recline, you should always look back to either make sure the passenger behind you isn’t working on their laptop, eating, or drinking a hot beverage.
Behind the Scenes at Jeopardy! A Day as a Live Studio Audience Member

6 days ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

My mother-in-law is in town from Toronto for Grandparents Day at our kids’ school and for our son’s First Holy Communion. Since she’s a big fan of the hit game show Jeopardy! I decided to look into tickets for a taping and was pleasantly surprised to learn that they were not only available, but they are free. Tapings take place at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City and I booked each one of us a ticket for Monday, May 6th.
Infuriating: Frontier Airlines Agents Taunt and Film Passenger

6 days ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

If you subscribe to my newsletter then you know my number one travel tip is to be genuinely nice to everyone but especially gate agents and flight attendants since they can make or break your trip. If you’re kind to them they’re usually kind back, though I’ve come across a few doozies where they were just miserable and wanted to make sure you’re miserable too. I think this might be one of those cases.
Stop Flushing Wet Wipes in Cruise Ship and Hotel Bathrooms (and at Home)! Do This Instead

1 week ago | johnnyjet.com | Natalie DiScala

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REAL ID Deadline Arrives: What Travelers Need to Know

1 week ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

I just returned from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The airport and TSA held a press conference to discuss today’s REAL ID deadline. It was eye-opening because there’s been so much talk about what would happen when enforcement day finally came. The Real ID Act is a federal law that sets stricter security standards for state-issued IDs like driver’s licenses. It was passed after 9/11 to help improve national security but enforcement kept getting delayed, but it’s now officially here.
Don’t Fall For REAL ID Scams: Here’s How to Spot and Avoid Fraud

1 week ago | johnnyjet.com | Natalie DiScala

If you’re planning to fly within the U.S. soon, you probably know you’ll need a REAL ID. Starting today, May 7, 2025, all travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID (like a passport) to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities. As the deadline approaches, millions of Americans are scrambling to update their documents and scammers are ready to take advantage of the confusion.
American Airlines Launches Flagship Suite Seats Set to Debut This Summer

1 week ago | johnnyjet.com | Johnny Jet

I’ve been flying American Airlines (AA) since 1995 and have been one of their top tier frequent fliers (Executive Platinum) for close to a decade. I know American Airlines very well and fortunately, I know the front of the cabin well too. I’ve often been upgraded for free thanks to my status, had clients purchase first class seats or I’ve used my miles. The last time I flew in AA’s Flagship First seats was a couple of months ago when I traveled between LAX and JFK (see photo above).