René, Author at Eye of the Flyer

Norwegian Cruise Line’s “free” dining used to be a highlight—but on the Viva, things feel a little… smaller. Here’s what’s...

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Delta Flight Diverts Over Racist Slur, CEO Promises AA Points Valuable, Items Must Power on or NO Fly, New Cruise Tattoo Rules, 15 Year Cruise and More Travel News!

by René

March 21, 2026

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Here are this week's travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Delta Air Lines Warns...

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Alert: Rising Oil Prices Could Add Hundreds to Your Cruise Bill — Even if Paid in Full

by René

March 19, 2026

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You researched your cruise months in advance, compared itineraries, found the perfect deal, and paid it off in full before...

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Seat Type, Flight Length and Arrival Time: How Travelers Can Beat Jet Lag and Reset Faster

by René

March 16, 2026

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One of my favorite things to tell people who are younger is that before I was 30 I could sleep...

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Airport Chair Limbo, Cruise Lines Cancel Middle East Season, TSA Workers Need Gift Cards, Epic Waymo Fail Video and More Travel News!

by René

March 14, 2026

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Here are this week's travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Since when did airport...

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Emergency Dentist in the Dominican Republic: Leaving Norwegian Viva for Urgent Dental Care

by René

March 13, 2026

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Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get...

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Mega Delta 1st Class Cabin, Sleepcations, NCL Viva Balcony Review, Extreme Windshear Landing, $48 1st Class Delta Upgrade and DST Begins

by René

March 8, 2026

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We are only weeks away (per Delta) from a new crazy 44 seat 1st class narrow body domestic jet taking...

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Terrifying 777 Windshear Landing Video, Uber Driver Carjacked & Suspect Brags Online, CDC Polio Warning Expands, NCL Relaxes New Dress Code Rules

by René

March 7, 2026

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Here are this week's travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Huge delays for LAX...

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Could Delta’s Supply Chain Shortage Reshape the Future of First Class Cabin Size?

by René

March 5, 2026

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For those of you who have not been following along, Delta intended to have seven A321neo narrow body aircraft with...

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Norwegian Viva Cabin 16136 Review: Mid-Ship Balcony on Deck 16 – Full Tour & Pros and Cons

by René

March 2, 2026

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Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get...

UK Issues U.S. Travel Warning, Vogue Editor Ditches First Class, NCL Criticized by Investment Firm, Amex Expands and Upgrades Resy – Weekly Travel News

by René

March 1, 2026

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Here are this week's travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Major Shareholder Blasts NCLH...

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DHS Backtracks on TSA PreCheck, NCL Vibe Beach Club Review, 5 Free Hotel Nights & The Surprising USA vs Australia Culture Shock

by René

February 28, 2026

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I think I have finally adjusted to the massive 20 hour time / day difference between the Midwest and Australia...

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Surprising Differences Between the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand in 2026

by René

February 27, 2026

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My wife and I had never ever visited the land down under as well as their Kiwi neighbor to the...

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Review: Vibe Beach Club Plus Cabana on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva – Is the Upgrade Worth the Cost?

by René

February 24, 2026

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Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get...

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British Airways Crew Drugged, Delta Restores Ultra-Long Hawaii Routes, SpaceX Affects More Airspace & Uber Odometer Scandal – Weekly Travel News

by René

February 22, 2026

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Here are this week's cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: 'How Did Uber Allow That Toyota...

René

Is Norwegian Viva’s Complimentary Dining Any Good? An Honest Review Plus Photos

Delta Flight Diverts Over Racist Slur, CEO Promises AA Points Valuable, Items Must Power on or NO Fly, New Cruise Tattoo Rules, 15 Year Cruise and More Travel News!

Alert: Rising Oil Prices Could Add Hundreds to Your Cruise Bill — Even if Paid in Full

Seat Type, Flight Length and Arrival Time: How Travelers Can Beat Jet Lag and Reset Faster

Airport Chair Limbo, Cruise Lines Cancel Middle East Season, TSA Workers Need Gift Cards, Epic Waymo Fail Video and More Travel News!

Emergency Dentist in the Dominican Republic: Leaving Norwegian Viva for Urgent Dental Care

Mega Delta 1st Class Cabin, Sleepcations, NCL Viva Balcony Review, Extreme Windshear Landing, $48 1st Class Delta Upgrade and DST Begins

Terrifying 777 Windshear Landing Video, Uber Driver Carjacked & Suspect Brags Online, CDC Polio Warning Expands, NCL Relaxes New Dress Code Rules

Could Delta’s Supply Chain Shortage Reshape the Future of First Class Cabin Size?

Norwegian Viva Cabin 16136 Review: Mid-Ship Balcony on Deck 16 – Full Tour & Pros and Cons

UK Issues U.S. Travel Warning, Vogue Editor Ditches First Class, NCL Criticized by Investment Firm, Amex Expands and Upgrades Resy – Weekly Travel News

DHS Backtracks on TSA PreCheck, NCL Vibe Beach Club Review, 5 Free Hotel Nights & The Surprising USA vs Australia Culture Shock

Surprising Differences Between the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand in 2026

Review: Vibe Beach Club Plus Cabana on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Viva – Is the Upgrade Worth the Cost?

British Airways Crew Drugged, Delta Restores Ultra-Long Hawaii Routes, SpaceX Affects More Airspace & Uber Odometer Scandal – Weekly Travel News

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