Wild About Travel
Malaysia’s Jungle Railway: From the Heart of the Country to the Sea
The Jungle Line (Malaysian East Coast Railway) was one of the most stunning and enjoyable train rides ever! Time flew by, and I got off the train feeling like I had completed an adventure. Summary Yesterday, I outlined how to ride Malaysia’s rail system. The country has two main rail...
Wild About Travel
How to get around: Exploring Malaysian and Kuala Lumpur Transport Networks
Malaysia spans approximately 1,300 km (808 miles) from north to south and 800 km (497 miles) from west to east, covering around 330,803 km² (127,724) square miles. This is about the same size as Finland, Norway, and Vietnam. It is slightly bigger than New Mexico in the USA and Victoria...
Wild About Travel
New Month, New Travels, New Challenges— One Unforgettable Border Crossing
My busy travel schedule kicks off this month! This year, I will visit Brazil, China, Colombia, Finland, Japan, Nigeria, Norway, Panama, South Africa (first time!), Switzerland and the USA amongst a few other places. January has included air and rail journeys through Malaysia and Thailand… January included a stingray attack...
2PAXfly
DELTA AIRLINES: Launches subsidised seasonal route between Melbourne and LAX
Starting in December 2025, Delta Air Lines will add Melbourne to its global network as a government subsidised seasonal route. Delta is one of the world’s largest airlines. It’s large domestic footprint in America will allow Australians to transfer to Delta flights across the USA. Delta will be the third...
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ATX Jetsetter
Breeze Airways is Launching a Slew of New Routes and Destinations
Low-cost carrier Breeze Airways is launching thirteen new routes and adding three new destinations to its route map. The post Breeze Airways is Launching a Slew of New Routes and Destinations appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
The Bulkhead Seat
Check Your MileagePlus Accounts Tonight: United Depositing Bonus PQP
Back in October, United announced the new requirements for MileagePlus Premier status. All of… The post Check Your MileagePlus Accounts Tonight: United Depositing Bonus PQP appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Virgin Australia Velocity: 1,000 bonus points for IHG stays in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific
Virgin Australia and IHG have teamed up to offer Velocity members 1,000 bonus points for stays in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Stays must be two or more nights in length and booked with the special rate code provided on the offer page.  As always check this bonus...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The First Toll Road in Hawaii?
None of the roads and highways in the state of Hawaii currently charge a toll for their use; but that could change if Senate Bill Number 217 is officially enacted into law — and if so, which road would become the first toll road in Hawaii? “The director of transportation shall...
Eye of the Flyer
Delta Issues Weather Advisory and Change Waiver for Multiple Hubs (Including Detroit and New York!)
A pair of winter storms bringing rain and snow stretching from the Midwest to the parts of the Eastern Seaboard has prompted Delta Air Lines to issue a weather advisory and change waiver. Here are the affected airports: District of Columbia Washington D.C. – Dulles (IAD) Washington D.C. – Reagan...
View from the Wing
British Airways Just Took A Beating Over Elite Status Changes – Now They’re Scrambling With 2025 Bonuses To Win Back Elites
What remains most striking to me here is that in trying to get more card spend, more vacation package bookings, and more ticket spend, they aren't giving customers any carrot in the process - just a stick. Continue reading British Airways Just Took A Beating Over Elite Status...
Frequent Miler
How Hilton can win our loyalty | Coffee Break Ep44 | 1-4-25
We love how Hilton incorporates partners like SLH and Autocamp for example. But there are things we don’t love about Hilton too. Today we’ll talk about the ways they could win our loyalty. How Hilton can win our loyalty Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You...
Your Mileage May Vary
Buc-ee’s Planning to Debut in Yet Another State
How can you explain Buc-ee’s? in the purest definition, it’s a roadside gas station and convenience store, but it’s really so, SO much more than that. A friend of ours…
Frequent Miler
Flying Blue Promo Rewards for Feb 2025: Save 25% on economy flights from NYC, Denver, Houston & more
Flying Blue Promo Rewards for this month are now bookable which means you can save 25% on economy award tickets between select US cities and Europe. In the past this meant award flights would be available from 15,000 miles each way, but Flying Blue’s recent devaluation means the discounted price...
Your Mileage May Vary
A No-Annual-Fee IHG Card With Solid Perks—Limited-Time 100K Bonus
Finding a no-annual-fee credit card with solid perks isn’t easy. Most of the time, the best benefits are reserved for cards with an annual fee. Sure, there are a few…
Miles To Memories
Still Refreshing – Checking In on My Mostly-Free Wireless Plan Years Later
Three years ago, I discounted my phone plan by 95% thanks to the Amex Business Platinum Wireless credit and this service. I'm still loving it. The post Still Refreshing – Checking In on My Mostly-Free Wireless Plan Years Later appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Wanted To Expand—But The Airport Director ‘Worked From Home’ By Ignoring Calls. Now She’s Fired.
An airport director turned 'work from home' into a no show job. They've been fired, and an investigation finds that they even failed to return phone calls when Southwest Airlines was looking to add service the airport. Continue reading Southwest Airlines Wanted To Expand—But The Airport Director ‘Worked From Home’...
Frequent Miler
Ask Us Anything Live: Wednesday, February 5 at 9:30pm ET
Every month, the Frequent Miler team takes your questions live on YouTube. We normally hold Ask Us Anything at 9pm on the first Wednesday of the month. That’ll almost be happening this month, but at an ever-so-slightly later time. Our next Ask Us Anything session will therefore be live at...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: United Club℠ (IAH – Gate A9)
On my way to Dallas for a business dinner, I had a connection at… The post Lounge Review: United Club℠ (IAH – Gate A9) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
The Most Ridiculous Landmarks in All 50 States
How many of the most ridiculous landmarks in all 50 US States have you been to? Personally, I can only count 2 - can you top that?
Your Mileage May Vary
Orlando Airport’s $1.7B Makeover: First Round of New Restaurants Approved, More Spaces Up for Grabs!
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a victim of its own popularity. As one of Florida’s busiest airports alongside Miami, MCO has launched an aggressive expansion program to accommodate the growing…
Frequent Miler
Frontier Platinum status fast track: Earn 20k Elite Status Points by 4/30/25
Frontier Airlines is offering a fast track to Platinum status by earning 20,000 Elite Status Points by the end of April. That could be tricky to do, but there are ways to accelerate your earnings. With Frontier offering free companion travel for those with Platinum (and Diamond) status later this...
One Mile at a Time
How To Redeem Hilton Honors Free Night Awards
Hotel credit cards offer all kinds of fantastic perks, ranging from elite status to free night awards. In the case of Hilton Honors, there are four co-branded American Express cards, with annual fees ranging from $0 to $550. Two of these cards offer the opportunity to earn one or more...
ATX Jetsetter
I Just Booked A Flight Specifically Because It Has Seatback IFE
For the first time, I booked a flight specifically because it is operated by an aircraft that has seatback in-flight entertainment (IFE). The post I Just Booked A Flight Specifically Because It Has Seatback IFE appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Andaz 5th Ave: Bottom Line Review
The Andaz 5th Ave is something of a flagship Hyatt property in the middle of Midtown Manhattan (New York City). We stay there almost every year, sometimes multiple times, because of the combination of location, ability to use a suite upgrade in New York City, and Globalist benefits (free parking...
One Mile at a Time
Best Western Rewards Promotion: $50 Gift Card After Two Nights
Best Western Rewards isnt the most generous loyalty program out there, and for that matter, Best Western doesnt have that many aspirational properties. However, the program does pretty consistently offer promotions. Best Western has just launched its latest promotion, so let’s go over the details.
One Mile at a Time
Best Western Rewards Promotion: $50 Gift Card After Two Nights
Best Western Rewards isnt the most generous loyalty program out there, and for that matter, Best Western doesnt have that many aspirational properties. However, the program does pretty consistently offer promotions. Best Western has just launched its latest promotion, so let’s go over the details.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Regency Deerfield, Illinois
I’ve made several recent trips to Chicago and my go-to hotel has been the Hyatt Regency Deerfield. It’s nothing fancy, but does the job and is quite convenient to the northern suburbs of Chicagoland.  Hyatt Regency Deerfield Review My most recent stay was at the tail-end of my road trip...
View from the Wing
Travel Alert: This State Dept Extreme Warning Will Have You Redrafting Your Will NOW! [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Travel Alert: This State Dept Extreme Warning Will Have You Redrafting Your Will NOW! [Roundup]...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Cancels direct flights between Adelaide and Darwin.
The three-times-per-week Adelaide and Darwin route was scheduled to restart operations on 22 June this year. This was for the Top End’s popular winter tourism season. A Virgin Australia spokesperson confirmed the route was ‘indefinitely suspended’. Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro is naturally outraged. In an interview with ABC...
Wild About Travel
Being Captured by Captivating Krabi: Thailand’s Cultural and Natural Paradise
I just had to share some photos from my recent trip to the southern Thailand province of Krabi, where I spent a few days. Located along the Andaman Sea coast, Krabi offers visitors picturesque islands such as Phi Phi Islands, Railay Beach, and Ao Nang. The province is known for...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: T-80 rule now becomes T-24 – to find the best domestic seats with more leg room
Recently, well, in the second half of 2024, Qantas changed the T-80 rule to T-24. Don’t know what I’m talking about? Let me explain. T-24, formally T-80 is the number of hours before your flight that Qantas releases seats normally reserved for their most premium customers. Qantas changed the T-80...
2PAXfly
AMERICAN AIRLINES: Helicopter and Bombadier CRJ700 crash outside Ronald Reagan Airport, Washington DC. At least 18 dead
Emergency services have recovered at least 18 bodies from the Potomac River following a tragic midair collision between a passenger jet and an army helicopter near Washington DC. The accident occurred as the passenger jet was approaching Ronald Reagan National Airport. Rescue efforts are ongoing. Details of the Collision The...
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QANTAS: New uniforms to arrive in 2027
Qantas has a long association with infamous Australian and international designers. It’s scouting for a new designer to produce its next uniform collection, which will debut in 2027. Part of the process is consulting with its 17,000 staff. It’s been more than a decade since the current uniforms designed by...
2PAXfly
ON-TIME-PERFORMANCE: The war on punctuality performance—Qantas v Virgin Australia
For some time, Australia’s domestic airlines have been fighting over the prize for the most reliable on-time performance. This week, however, the war has come to an absurd conclusion (I wish that were the end!) with warring press releases from Australia’s two major domestic airlines: Qantas Group and Virgin Australia....
Wild About Travel
80 Years Later: Why we must remember the Holocaust
Today, 27 January, marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp in 1945. This day is now recognised as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, or the International Day in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust. I have now visited three Nazi-era concentration camps: Sachsenhausen-Oranienburg (1936–1945), Auschwitz (1940–1945),...
Wild About Travel
From Tiny Slips to Big Stories: Boarding Passes Remind Me of 2024 Adventures
While sorting through my 2024 travel souvenirs today, I gathered these boarding passes from most of my flights from last year. These are tiny and powerful reminders of my incredible adventures built around the 99 flights with 29 airlines I took last year to 28 countries. Some people collect postcards,...