American Airlines Adds 9 New Destinations Out of LAX

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Since I live in L.A. I pay close attention to what goes on at my home airport. American Airlines brought some good news today when they announced they will be significantly expanding service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this year. In addition to American’s new service between Los Angeles and Raleigh/Durham, N.C., which began on [...]

Los Angeles to Europe for under $798 this Summer

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Wow! Everyone keeps talking about high airfares this summer but I just found a great deal (thanks to a tip from Airfarewatchdog) from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf, Germany on Delta (via Atlanta) for under $800! That’s roundtrip and including all taxes and fees. There are tons of dates available May through August. I entered July [...]

The New Virgin America Loft at LAX

The Virgin America Loft

Of the activities I enjoy, sitting in an airport is near the bottom of the list. There are never plugs available when you need them, and at some airports, the ambience is akin to a hospital waiting room. But Virgin America has just made going to the airport a little more appealing with the announcement of their [...]

Four Points by Sheraton LAX has an Alternative for Your Layover

Four Points Sheraton LAX

Everyone can agree that layovers are an inevitable part of traveling.  But what if you didn’t have to spend your next layover waiting around in the airport?  The Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport has a new day room offer that lets travelers relax in their own guest room while they wait for [...]

LAX Offers Travelers “Sounds of the Season”

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LAX is offering some exciting, free entertainment to weary passengers this holiday season. With “The Sounds of the Season,” travelers and their welcoming parties will be regaled by an entire roster of more than two dozen performances including local school choirs and bands, guitar trios, jazz bands, orchestra ensembles, and even a singing flash mob [...]

Free 30 minute parking at LAX for Thanksgiving

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LAX is expected to be the nation’s second busiest airport this Thanksgiving holiday. And to help reduce traffic congestion Los Angeles Airport Police traffic officers will hand out complimentary coupons for 30 minutes of free airport parking. They are hoping to encourage motorists to park their vehicles rather than circle the Central Terminal Area or [...]

American Airlines’ New Menu Options

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Everyone has had the experience of being slightly disappointed in the food selections offered for in-flight meals. American Airlines now has the answer. Premium class customers have the option of selecting their meals before they even get on the plane. The first airline to offer such a service, American invites flyers in first and business [...]

Website of the Week: LAWA

LAWA’s dedicated webpage

Since last week I featured the perfect long layover at LAX I thought this would be the perfect time to highlight the airport’s website. What I love about it is that they constantly update it with pertinent information for travelers like what you need to know about this weekend’s “Carmageddon II”. If you are in [...]