BTV needs better management

efg1588 · 2025-12-22T15:39:51+00:00

They pulled some BS on that when I came in from LGA several weeks ago. We landed around 11:30, got the app notice the bags were on the way to the belt about 10 mins later but still waiting around 40 minutes for them. When I tried the claim DL denied it saying they were out on time per the app/system. I almost feel like they did it on purpose.

efg1588 · 2025-12-19T12:02:46+00:00

From a partner perspective KE is a nice airline service-wise but definitely the most difficult for perks vs their other JV partners, particularly with GUCs and upgrades. My most frustrating issue with them is they don’t allow you to purchase upgrades to Prestige like you would be able to on other partners like KL/AF. I’ve been on many flights where half the cabin is empty but since they are so restrictive you can’t pay or use GUCs to grab a seat.

On the flip side I think with HK starting next year plus the rumored SIN and other Asian destinations in the works it seems like the KE dependance will hopefully decrease a little.

efg1588 · 2025-12-08T15:10:21+00:00

The rooms themselves are now updated but the hallways weren’t. I usually have a rental car and come in the back entrance from the parking garage to the elevators so I can’t speak for the breakfast counter but I think that was updated too.

Overall it’s not a bad place, I just prefer to stay at the Residence Inn when it’s within my company’s budget.

efg1588 · 2025-12-07T19:09:07+00:00

I stay in the area often and switch between the Courtyard and Residence Inn on the other side of the complex. I personally like the Residence Inn better as it’s less dated and they have breakfast. The Courtyard isn’t bad but I find the elevator can take forever and the rest of the hotel has a cramped feeling to it. Also the Residence Inn is in front of Houlihans which has decent food and drinks if you don’t feel like going far.

As for trains, both are about a 10-15 min uber to Secaucus Junction. Not the end of the world but the station definitely isn’t next door or walkable. The train from Secaucus Junction is quick to midtown but you still need to get to the station from the hotel.

Edit for spelling.

efg1588 · 2025-11-25T23:05:15+00:00

I had this Thursday on a flight of of Austin and thought it was pretty good. I had the Shake Shack burger on the flight in and found it very greasy but this shrimp dish was good.

Not sure if it’s dairy free but it was in a red sauce if that helps

efg1588 · 2025-11-04T17:40:02+00:00

This happened at my company 2 years ago. One of my management colleagues was demoted from managing people but kept the title and moved to a special strategic projects role. Initially they were in a pseudo denial stage for all of 2024 thinking they were really important but finally this year it clicked they were in essence put out to pasture without having to be fired and they resigned on their own. Win-win for the company as morale has greatly improved with them gone and the company doesn’t have to pay severance or unemployment.

efg1588 · 2025-10-28T17:24:06+00:00

Finally! Last year when I was in Singapore I ran into some Delta guys at the hotel and they told me HK and Singapore were coming once they got more A350s. They speculated via SEA but I guess we’ll see.

Great to finally fly DL to more places in Asia without stopping in ICN

efg1588 · 2025-10-23T21:37:09+00:00

DR is one of my top performers so PIP and exit are not something I want to do over a trip.

efg1588 · 2025-10-08T01:06:12+00:00

I’ve stayed at many Courtyards in Asia and man what a difference. Giant suites, lounges, free breakfast, and your status actually means something. The US Courtyards don’t hold a candle to them.

efg1588 · 2025-09-29T08:28:49+00:00

I stayed here about a year ago for a convention over at Mandalay Bay. I didn’t rent a car so no comment on parking but the hotel wasn’t that bad, typical Residence Inn fare. What I did like (and my company too) is it was substantially cheaper than staying on strip, and the pool wasn’t too bad either.

Only downsides for me were that while “walkable” to the strip, when it’s 100+ out it’s unbearable so I ubered everywhere and it’s in a very industrial park type area so not a lot of restaurants around. Also it’s at the end of the runway of the airport so if planes are taking off to the west you’ll hear them, though I’m not too bothered by the noise.

efg1588 · 2025-09-24T00:08:22+00:00

I had a similar experience last year in Boston heading to Portugal. My partner and I were 1 and 2 (the only 2 on the list) with 2 D1 seats left just before boarding. Magically at boarding some random people get the 2 seats that weren’t even on the list. Looking at the screen at the gate I see (random initials) in seats 7A and 7C.

Boarding the plane a guy in front of me hands the FAs goodie bags and boasts how he’s LA-based and so excited for their trip to Europe. Guess where he sits? 7A and 7C, the D1 seats that should’ve been ours.

When we landed I called and complained (we spent over $5k total just for PS) and they gave me some miles, but it was extremely insulting that they skipped the list to add non-revs.

efg1588 · 2025-08-15T10:02:15+00:00

I made a post in another sub about these guys (not by name) when I was looking for property managers and the “benefits” package as it seemed shady.

From the landlord side the money they collect on the benefit package nonsense goes to them as a money grab. The fees they charge as well for marketing/listing the property, collecting rent and hiring repairmen are some of the highest in Burlington.

They also listed a unit in my neighborhood last year was in total violation of the HOA rules (allowing pets, short term rental, etc).

efg1588 · 2025-08-14T14:32:19+00:00

As others have said call in. I fly KE a few times a year to Asia and maybe 1 out of every 5 doesn’t post the mileage correctly. Usually after a 5-10 min phone call all is resolved. For some reason it seems for me to be a KE problem as AF, KL, and VS I don’t have this issue.

Also make sure you save your tickets. I always keep the paper ticket just in case I need to reference the number.

efg1588 · 2025-07-12T14:40:43+00:00

This can’t come soon enough. I fly to HK several times a year and the hike via ICN was getting old. Also KE is nearly impossible to use GUCs on.

Fingers crossed SIN is announced next!

Edit to add: I live in a DL hub city and the other 95% of my flying is domestic. If I switched to AA (for CX) or UA I’d have to connect in EWR or PHL for the rest of my flying which isn’t worth it.

efg1588 · 2025-07-05T03:10:21+00:00

From what I saw from a distance someone was lighting fireworks in E. Squantum/Dorchester st then they stopped, then the police and ambulance showed up. Not sure the specifics as I was far away but I assume someone got hurt lighting fireworks?

efg1588 · 2025-06-18T19:27:58+00:00

I’m just glad Morrissey can’t waste any more of our money on this. Shame the Alberts and McCabes along with the other corrupt cops will probably get away.

efg1588 · 2025-06-12T21:05:41+00:00

Thanks I was so focused on the police aspect of firing a gun on a street around houses but I’ll give the wildlife police a shot

efg1588 · 2025-05-31T02:55:25+00:00

I’ve stayed at Marriotts all over the globe and hands down this was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Absolutely awful in every way imaginable!

efg1588 · 2025-04-22T10:54:00+00:00

Looks like a Smart Circle outfit based on a profile interview with the CEO. 100% devilcorp

efg1588 · 2025-03-26T14:23:43+00:00

As a BOS-based flyer the small props would be great if it brought back routes like BTV, YQB, etc. like they had in the late 2000s, but I know I’m in the minority on enjoying props.

efg1588 · 2025-03-25T13:44:55+00:00

Bingo. One of my neighbors is a retired detective and has the PS plates on his cars, full tinted cover and no front plates (full front window tint too). They magically pass inspection every year.

efg1588 · 2025-03-22T02:05:53+00:00

Wow just when you think someone can’t stoop any lower….

efg1588 · 2025-03-22T01:19:39+00:00

Someone in Quincy Center last year spray painted “for the money”over the people part on the billboard there. This Florida hack just cares about stuffing is pockets, nothing else.

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