Zach Griff
Travel journalist and analyst (TPG) covering planes, points, hotels, lounges; frequent practical insights on airline and loyalty trends.
Tim Cook's Final Launch Sparks iPhone 18 Speculation
Who knew this would be Tim Cook’s last major launch as Apple CEO? Can’t wait to see what John Ternus is cooking up next. My money is on the iPhone 18 😮
Empower: Cheaper Rides, but Questionable Quality and Legality
There’s a new cheaper rideshare app called Empower that’s 25% cheaper than UberX or Lyft. BUT: 👴 Some cars are really old ❌ It’s supposedly operating illegally in DC (but working fine in other cities, including NYC, Miami, Dallas, and Houston) ⏱️ The...
The Breakers: America’s Best Oceanfront Luxury Hotel
Someone I trust recently told me The Breakers is the best hotel in America. So I flew to Palm Beach to see for myself. Verdict? Add it to your list. The property is massive, the oceanfront setting is unreal, and I...
Battery‑Powered Stroller Makes Uphill Walks Lazy‑Friendly
Peak laziness and a vibe? Sign me up. Need this new Cybex stroller right now. It also has battery-powered wheels to make it easier to go uphill. What a world.
Don’t Spend $3k on a Broken Premium Flight
Beware before you drop $3k on a ticket. This is the sad, depressing state of @americanair’s fanciest plane that exclusively flies the most premium domestic routes. Broken tray table and remote. Scratches everywhere. Soon, it’ll be reconfigured into a standard domestic layout...
Big Front Seat May Disappear This Week
The most underrated first-class seat might disappear this week. Would anyone else miss the Big Front Seat?👇
Last Row: Family’s Secret Economy Perk
This is for all the haters who say I never fly economy. Reality check: the last row is where it’s at (when flying with the family)!
AirPods Max: Superior Noise Cancel, But $549 Questionable
I got my hands on Apple’s new AirPods Max before they went on sale — here’s my honest take after testing them on a flight ✈️🎧 The noise cancellation is a big upgrade. But at $549, are they worth it? Full...
Essential Hacks to Beat TSA Security Lines Fast
Here’s every tip I have to beating the wild TSA airport security lines. What am I missing?
American Airlines Improves but Still Hides Delay Reasons
@americanair finally fixed one of the most annoying parts of flying, but only halfway… It’s a good start, but American should let everyone see delay and cancellation reasons. Right now, the only “hack” is to enroll in text alerts for every flight...
Stay Free in a South American Palace Hotel
When you go to South America, you can stay in a literal palace that was turned into a 5-star hotel *for free* Here’s what I mean, and why you need to hurry up and book now.
Babies in Business Class: No Complaints, Great Experience
I just did something controversial. I brought my one-year-old as a lap infant in long-haul business class. And hot take: I’m ready to do it again. She slept 7 hours, woke up for breakfast, and loved watching the landing. And not...
Inside an Airline HQ: Behind‑the‑Scenes Magic Revealed
Ever wondered what an airline HQ looks like? Well, here’s your chance to see all the magic going on behind the scenes.
Inside Delta's 44‑Seat First‑Class A321neo
There’s a really interesting story behind this wild @delta Airbus A321neo with 44 first-class seats(!)
Japan Airlines A350 Business Class Rivals Top Global Suites
Move over Qsuites, the new @japanairlines Airbus A350 business class may just be one of the best in the world. What do you think?