Checking In
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re at LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York, and ready to go on another adventure. This time, we’re going to Japan!
Don’t Forget a Tag
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’ve been to do many different places but this is our first time flying with American Airlines. I’ve always felt that they didn’t have the greatest reputation but we’re willing to give them aRead more
Headed to Our Gate
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We passed through the TSA area fairly quickly and were then permitted to proceed to our gate. I’m not sure what happened, but after walking through their full body scanners, I had to get pat down byRead more
At the Gate
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re at the gate and waiting to board. The first leg of this trip will take us to Chicago where we’ll change planes to go on to Tokyo.
He’s Ready to Go
November 1, 2025 in the United States
Groot is ready to go also. He’s a great traveling companion and has been all around the world with us. This will be his first trip to Japan and he’s feeling very excited!
Ready for Takeoff?
November 1, 2025 in the United States
This is our first time flying on American Airlines and I’m hoping for a good experience. Is the flight attendant checking if the pilots are okay to fly? That’s something I’ve never seen before.Read more
Ready to Go
November 1, 2025 in the United States
My seat belt is fastened, my seat is in an upright position and my tray is up. I’m ready to leave! Somehow, the American Airlines plane seems bigger and more roomy than some of the others. I’mRead more
Safety First
November 1, 2025 in the United States
Although I’m sure that everything will be fine on this flight, or else I wouldn’t be here, I always take a look at the safety cards tucked into the seat pockets. I think I must be the only one whoRead more
In Flight
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re almost done with the first leg of our trip and will be landing in Chicago to change planes. Our experience with American Airlines was much better than I had expected and I’d definitely beRead more
O'Hare International Airport
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re at O'Hare International Airport to change planes and, I must say, I’m very disappointed with this airport. I’ve always heard it’s such a busy place but I don’t see anyone, or anything, around.
Switching Planes
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re waiting in Chicago to switch to our Japan Airlines flight which will take us to Tokyo. I usually love visiting Chicago but I’ll be happy to leave this time. I feel like we’re in a very outRead more
Let’s Go!
November 1, 2025 in the United States
It felt like we’ve been waiting for such a long time but we’re finally on the plane and getting ready to leave Chicago O’Hare’s Terminal Three. For the remainder of our trip, we’ll be flyingRead more
On Japan Airlines
November 1, 2025 in the United States
What a difference in our seating with Japan Airlines when compared to American Airlines. I had thought that American Airlines was very good, but this is so much better. I’m thinking that we’reRead more
Safety First!
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We haven’t even made it to the runway yet and the safety lecture has already started. Rather than having the flight attendants presenting it, it’s being shown on the seats video screen. I wonderRead more
Tired Out
November 1, 2025 in the United States
The traveling and rushing around is starting to catch up to Kathy who wants to rest for a bit. I’m always amazed how she can fall asleep so fast wherever we are.
Taxiing
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We are finally moving but it feel like we’re going so slowly. Why does going anywhere on a plane seem to take forever? I know they are very fast, once they are up in the air, but it seems to take soRead more
Take Off!
November 1, 2025 in the United States
We’re finally taking off and on our way to Tokyo! I wish that we were on a non-stop flight, so we could get there quicker, but it’s okay. As they say, getting there is half the fun!
Time to Eat!
November 1, 2025 in Canada
Shortly after taking off, we were served a dinner of pork and curry. It didn’t look very appealing and the smell was so strong but I am feeling hungry. Do I dare try this?
Pork & Curry
November 1, 2025 in Canada
Kathy was brave enough, or hungry enough, to try the curry pork and thought that it was “just okay”. She ate quite a bit of it but didn’t finish it. She ate more than I did though. I justRead more
We’re Here!
November 2, 2025 in Japan
It’s the next night and we’ve just got off the plane at Haneda Airport. It was a long flight and I’m happy to be back on the ground again. We’re both exhausted and just want to sleep!
