As someone who’s flown on more than 70 regional airlines over the past two decades, I’ve learned to spot the difference between a marketing slogan and a genuinely smooth ride. Porter Airlines, a Canadian regional carrier that often flies under the radar, has been carving out a niche with its promise of upscale service on … Read more
If you’ve flown budget airlines in the U.S., chances are you’ve either flown Frontier or considered it. As someone who has flown with Frontier Airlines dozens of times across various routes, ranging from quick hops to multi-leg itineraries, I’ve come to know exactly what to expect. This airline doesn’t pretend to offer luxury, but it … Read more
As someone who has flown over 70 international airlines in the last two decades, I can confidently say Turkish Airlines sits in a unique position. It’s not a Gulf carrier like Emirates or Qatar, and it’s not a traditional European airline like Lufthansa or British Airways. It blends East and West, not just culturally, but … Read more
If you’ve been watching Asia’s aviation scene over the past few years, you’ve likely heard of Starlux Airlines. Billed as “the Emirates of Taiwan,” Starlux promises a boutique, high-end flying experience in an industry dominated by scale and efficiency. As someone who’s flown with virtually every major premium airline in the world, from Singapore Airlines … Read more
If you’ve ever searched for affordable long-haul flights from Europe, especially Germany, chances are Condor Airlines popped up. I’ve flown with Condor more than a dozen times over the past decade, on both short-haul and transatlantic routes. And while the airline doesn’t always shine in every category, it delivers exactly what it promises, reliable, budget-friendly … Read more