As has become customary for Mrs. Jeffsetter and me the past few years, we sent a card to our families and friends to celebrate an excellent 2014. While the past few months were rough for my publishing schedule on this blog, things have never been better from a family, business and travel standpoint. … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays from the Jeffsetter Family [Infographic]
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Is this the coolest flying experience to ever come out of Dubai?
Note: I tried to publish this post last week and for some reason it didn't go live. You've probably seen this video by now! I came across a video yesterday that is quickly making its rounds through the Internet. With over a million view since it was published Wednesday, this beautiful 4k resolution video is a must see for any fan of air-based travel. Words won’t do it … [Read more...] about Is this the coolest flying experience to ever come out of Dubai?
Delta’s Newest Changes are a Net-Gain for Me
Delta has made yet another announcement about the changes to the airline in 2015. Most of the articles I have read on the topic are fairly negative, claiming that these “improvements” to the Delta program are hardly anything to write home about. While they are likely correct that these changes do not represent a major improvement over the programs that Delta already has … [Read more...] about Delta’s Newest Changes are a Net-Gain for Me
How I am Re-qualifying for Delta Platinum Status in 2015 the Cheapest Way Possible
2014 has been a year of transition for me. From my threats to leave the state of Minnesota to avoid an airline to actually moving to San Francisco, life has been one great adventure in 2014. I successfully challenged to United Platinum status, only to realize that I don’t really love flying United. While I thought that United Platinum status would come at the expense of … [Read more...] about How I am Re-qualifying for Delta Platinum Status in 2015 the Cheapest Way Possible
Flying the Luxury German Automobile in the Sky – Lufthansa First Class Review
Champagne, caviar, roses, a comfortable bed, soft edges and spectacular service, flying first class on Lufthansa is like the make-a-wish foundation for weary travelers. It made me both humble and pretentious at the same time. It was a sanctuary for my weary mind... and it left me wanting more. But it didn’t always start that way. … [Read more...] about Flying the Luxury German Automobile in the Sky – Lufthansa First Class Review
Well Played, Delta
Unless you rely on Jeffsetter as your only miles and points news source, you have probably heard the news that Delta is increasing the dollar amounts needed to achieve elite medallion status in 2016. In the past I have expressed rage about Delta and their decisions, threatened to move across the country to avoid them and then actually moved across the country and status … [Read more...] about Well Played, Delta