The Pilot Who ExploresFrom sea to shining sea, make the most of your U.S. layovers with real insights from a pilot who’s been there. From New York to Los Angeles, find the best airport lounges, quick sightseeing routes, and nearby hotels to turn long connections into mini adventures.
As an airline pilot, I spend a lot of time laying over in cities around the world. Too much time, in fact. But I always look forward to a layover in San Francisco. I’d even dare call it my favorite city in the United States. After a couple layovers in San Francisco, I’ve developed the […]
Ah, the joys of international travel – endless airport security lines, cramped flights, and then, after all that, the final boss: a painfully long customs and immigration line before you’re officially allowed to enter the country. As an airline pilot, I’ve gone through customs more times than I can count — and every minute wasted there is time away […]
Salt Lake City International Airport has quickly become one of my favorite layovers in the last few years, especially as an airline pilot frequently transiting SLC. As an efficient airport, you can get a lot done on an SLC layover in 3-5 hours. Surrounded by massive snow-capped mountains with some of the best skiing in […]
Should I leave New York’s LGA Airport on a 4 to 7 hour layover? What is there to do on a 3+ hour layover inside LGA if I don’t leave the airport? These are things you might be wondering as you prepare for your next trip. A layover of 3 to 7+ hours at LGA […]
Long layovers are usually not something you look forward to. But when it comes to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you might just be in for a surprise. Situated on the West Bank of the incredibly gorgeous San Fransisco Bay, south of downtown SF and north of San Mateo, SFO International Airport is brilliantly located. […]
In a time crunch at Baltimore-Washington’s fast-growing International Airport – BWI? Or you just want to grab Chipotle on the other side more quickly? After years of commuting from the DC Metro area to New York, much of it out of BWI, I’ve figured out the airport pretty well. Here’s how to get though TSA […]
Looking for an epic escape from a dreary, long, cold, dark winter? With more travel experiences available than ever before, there has never been a better year than 2026 for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway. This last year, I’ve have the opportunity to explore over 40 countries with the love of my life, and in […]
I first met my love, Andi, on a group trip she organized in Vietnam. To be fully transparent, I had already been following her on Instagram for almost a year. Inspired by her incredible story and authenticity, I jumped on the first opportunity to travel with her. The first time we saw each other in […]