Now that we’re past New Years Resolutions (and we’ve all broken ours), gym signups are down. Gyms need to incentivize memberships. And they’ll pay companies to get them members, including companies that will kick back miles to you (rebating a portion of their... Read more

Here is another American Express Sync promotion: Receive a one-time $50 statement credit when you make a single purchase of $200+ at Travelocity.com. While this is a great way to save some money with travel spend, there is a big caveat to this promotion – this is only... Read more

I feel like this should almost be a monthly installment on the blog, as the world of gift cards and pre-paids seems to have some relatively significant changes at least once a month…and that is also about as often as I get a chance to do a gift card run. Anyway, today was... Read more

On almost every packing list I have, cardigans are there. Whether it’s winter or summer, the lightweight button down sweater is a must-have. They pull an outfit together, keep you warm on cold planes, and look professional but not too formal. They are available everywhere, on... Read more

We were live at the grand opening ceremonies at Delta’s brand new home at Terminal 4. We’ll have a full review of the new Sky Club in the coming weeks. For now here’s some raw video from our visit.The post Video | Delta Terminal 4 at JFK – Sky Club &... Read more

I just touched on Global Entry yesterday and why everyone, including less frequent travelers, should consider signing up. Even if you don’t fly internationally, the ability to speed through PreCheck on nearly ever trip, at a cost of only $20 a year, is quite a good deal.... Read more

Regularly, a debate seems to emerge as to whether alliances have an on going future. The latest salvo from James Hogan, CEO of Etihad: “The traditional airline alliances have evolved into slow-to-respond, bureaucratic organisations which struggle to deliver added value to... Read more

Saudi Arabia’s tourism challenge: Strict religious principles dominate discussion (Skift). I am heading there today! Tajikistan attempts to figure out what it has to offer travelers (Skift). I only visited a corner of Tajikistan, the rugged landscape of the Marguzar Lakes left... Read more

It’s time for Delta Airlines Terminal 4 at JFK! Delta opens its brand new space at JFK today, Friday May 24, 2013! Follow all our social (tweets, pics and check-ins) during the opening right here. This page will update frequently during the event.The post Live | Delta... Read more

Have you ever driven past a hotel – say, a Hilton – and the next week the same hotel is a Marriott? It happens in the hotel industry from time to time. Now it is easy track these branding changes, called re-flagging in the industry. STR Analytics actually reviews... Read more

BBC reports   Two people have been arrested after RAF Typhoon jets were launched to investigate an incident involving a civilian aircraft within UK airspace. A Pakistan International Airlines plane had been diverted from Manchester to Stansted Airport. Two men are being... Read more

Finding the various JetBlue promotions used to be somewhat challenging, there was never a great list that housed them all in one central location. Luckily though, as of a few days ago JetBlue complied a “Current Deals” page on their site which lists on the flying... Read more

A few weeks ago I was in a conversation about American’s new 777-300ER and the question came up, “Where are the best seats in coach?” Just to be clear, we were talking Main Cabin seats, not Main Cabin Extra. And the answer? Well that depends, do you prefer more... Read more

A few weeks ago US Airways sent out this email: You could win the $1,000 grand prize just for Instagramming your meal! Simply follow these steps: 1  Register through this email. 2  Visit a Dividend Miles Dining restaurant. 3  Snap a photo of your meal. 4  Submit your photo... Read more

BBC now reporting that UK fighter planes have intercepted the PK709 flight from Lahore to Manchester and diverted it to Stansted Airport, just outside London. BBC news report here. Flightaware shows that it got pretty close to... Read more

Another breaking news story today is that a Pakistan International Airlines aircraft has diverted from its journey to Manchester to Stansted Airport. Flight PL709 with 297 passengers – operated by a Boeing 777 – from Lahore was brought to Stanstead under fighter... Read more

Royal Caribbean International has posted the inaugural itineraries for their groundbreaking new ship, Quantum of the Seas, which will be based in the New York area. Quantum’s first cruise will actually be an 8-night trans-Atlantic cruise from Southampton on November 2,... Read more

Marriott Rewards Unexpected Bonus – Multiple different offers, log in here for your offer, valid for stay May 15th – September 2nd, register by July 31st. I received the promo for up to two free nights at a category 1-5 hotel Other potential offers as per Loyalty... Read more