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

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

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

As requested, here’s the monthly reminder. Buy One Get One Friday movie nights has returned and will last through August 2nd. Tickets must be purchased and used on a Friday and there is a limit of one purchase per card per 30 days (though I’m sure you have several Visa... Read more

Introduction Aloft San Francisco Airport Cathay Pacific Lounge San Francisco Cathay Pacific First Class San Francisco to Hong Kong Cathay Pacific First Class Hong Kong to Singapore St. Regis Singapore Singapore Airlines Silver Kris Lounge Singapore SilkAir Business Class... Read more

Recently I have received several emails and comments with the same common theme.  The theme is a parent who provides full-time at home care to their children, and wants to get rewards credit cards in their name.  However, they are having significant difficulty because they... Read more

A British Airways Airbus A319 (G-EU0E) with flight BA762 from London Heathrow to Oslo suffered apparent engine damage on the right hand engine shortly after takeoff. Image – Sky News After circling, with the aircraft making a success landing back at Heathrow on runway... Read more

This is part 2 of the Defeating the Fuel Surcharge Series.  Other posts include: What is a Fuel Surcharge? How to Find a Fuel Surcharge using the ITA Matrix Which Airlines Charge Fuel Surcharges and Which Don’t My Frequent Flyer Mile Earning Strategy to Avoid Fuel... Read more

Kathy (Will Run for Miles) & I landed in AUS for the second time in two days but this time we did something very strange on a mileage run – we actually left the airport (I know who knew you could do that right?)! Meeting us there was Dave aka TexasYankee. You know,... Read more