This Is Why You Still Can’t Sit in First Class Even When It’s Empty (Really)

Here’s some news and notes from around the travel world that you might be interested in:

Why You Can’t Sit in First Class Even When It’s Empty – Here is the real reason airlines leave those first-class seats empty while people are crammed in economy (LifeHacker)
I was featured in a list of the 14 best travel memoirs / books. My favorite book was Around the World in 50 Years by Albert Podell which was a hilarious read of world travel. See also The 14 best travel books that will inspire wanderlust and a road trip

If you’re looking for a stylish way to carry your water bottle, consider WanderFull. They sent me one of their bags and we’re really enjoying it
Passengers Given The Shaft After Saying Penis On Board Allegiant Airlines Flight – maybe they were just playing “the penis game” (View from the Wing)
The 17 longest flights in the world – One Mile at a Time