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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Antisemitic outburst by 19yo on Bali–Sydney flight
With Sydney siders still reeling from the massacre of those celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach on Sunday, a 19-year-old passenger has been arrested on a Virgin Australia flight. The 19-year-old is accused of an alleged antisemitic outburst on board a Virgin Australia flight from Bali to Sydney. This incident comes...
Wild About Travel
A Personal Message in light of the Bondi massacre
Today’s post is a very personal one and I have wondered whether to post at all, but this is my blog, so here goes. I have written previously here about my experience four months ago when I was caught in a mass shooting at a local market in Bangkok. The...
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THAI AIRWAYS: Baggage changes. What you need to know
Baggage rules are changing at Thai Airways. In a major move, the airline is changing from weight-based allowances to a piece-based system, with weight and dimension limits for all passengers from 2 March 2026. Whatever class you are flying in first, business or the cheapest economy fare, your checked bags...
Wild About Travel
What the new US entry rules really mean.
This week, media and travellers are reacting to a new US proposal that would greatly expand the data the US collects from applicants under the ESTA Visa waiver program. In this post, I delve into what it means for those of us who use visa‑waiver travel to go to the...
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You Are Travel
IHG to Launch a New Yet-to-Be-Named Premium Brand
​tl;dr – We should know more about the brand in the coming months. IHG plans to launch a… The post IHG to Launch a New Yet-to-Be-Named Premium Brand appeared first on You Are Travel.
Your Mileage May Vary
Hyatt Opened an Adults-Only All-Inclusive in Cancun – Here’s How It’s Doing
When some hotel chains open, you barely hear about it. Another Holiday Inn Express opened in Orlando. Big deal. A Residence Inn near LAX? Meh. Frankfurt’s got a Premier Inn…
Frequent Miler
(Points converted at 0.6cpp) All Mesa Homeowners credit cards closed, effective immediately
Update 12/18/25: Mesa has updated its website with answers to frequently asked questions about the account closures. Most important for many cardholders is that outstanding points will be converted to statement credits for those who did not transfer points out before the system stopped allowing transfers: What about outstanding active...
View from the Wing
My Back Seat Belt Didnt Work in a Lyft From DCA — Lyft Took the Report And Still Charged Full Price [Roundup]
My back seat belt didn’t work in a Lyft from DCA—and after I reported it, Lyft took the complaint and still charged full price. Also, use the Royal Air Maroc status match loophole to still unlock AA/Alaska lounge access; Alaska’s London award surcharge bug fixed; Park Hyatt DC's 24-hour...
Frequent Miler
Sapphire Reserve® Exclusive Tables expanded (more cities, more restaurants)
Update 12/18/25: Chase and Open Table have quietly expanded the number of restaurants on offer for this benefit, and the changes are significant. We have updated this post with all of the restaurants currently available. Completely new cities/areas added include Baltimore, Charlotte, Cleveland, Columbus, Connecticut, Greenville County, Kansas City, Jacksonville,...
From The Tray Table
United’s most premium plane is delayed, but its unusual seat map is now live
United Airlines is gearing up to introduce its most premium plane yet. The Chicago-based carrier will debut a… The post United’s most premium plane is delayed, but its unusual seat map is now live appeared first on From the Tray Table.
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Rodman ED08 Coin-Sized Titanium Magnetic Flashlight
The Rodman ED08 is a new coin-sized flashlight, made out of titanium and built to last. It's on Kickstarter right now, but only for a few more ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
$50 New Member Referral Bonus With Rakuten
This is your chance to cash in on a $50 new member referral bonus when you sign up as a new member of Rakuten; and you will receive a bonus of $50.00 via referral when you spend a minimum of $50.00 within the first 90 days of your new membership, which is...
ATX Jetsetter
Holiday Spirit: Spirit Airlines Outfits Aircraft with a Giant Sweater
Spirit Airlines is celebrating the holidays by outfitting one of its Airbus A320 jets with a massive holiday sweater. The post Holiday Spirit: Spirit Airlines Outfits Aircraft with a Giant Sweater appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Monkey Miles
I Used this trick to get $1800 worth of hotel credit via Amex Platinum
Both The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express come with $600 annual hotel credits split into 2, semi annual $300 credits to be used on pre-booked Fine Hotels and Resorts or The Hotel Collection. My wife and I have 6 Platinum cards between...
Miles To Memories
Alaska Airlines Boosts Service from Anchorage and Portland with Seven New Routes
Alaska Airlines is adding new nonstop routes out of Anchorage and Portland. Tickets for all newly announced routes are now on sale at alaskaair.com. The post Alaska Airlines Boosts Service from Anchorage and Portland with Seven New Routes appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Did Anyone Test This? American Airlines New A321XLR Suite Forces Screens Closed For Meal Service
American’s first Airbus A321XLR entered commercial service, debuting its new Flagship Suite. But early reports from onboard suggest flight attendants can’t set the table or serve meals with the swing-out screens deployed—forcing repeated stow-and-serve cycles that make you wonder whether the service flow was ever tested. Continue reading Did Anyone Test...
Altitude Yes
Review: Hilton Boston Logan Airport
The Hilton Boston Logan Airport offers direct access to the airport terminals, making it a convenient option for late-night and early morning flights. The post Review: Hilton Boston Logan Airport first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Live and Let’s Fly
JSX Expands At Santa Monica Before Its First Flight Even Departs
JSX has not even launched its Santa Monica service yet, and it is already announcing more flights. JSX Expands Santa Monica Service With More Las Vegas Flights And New Route To Scottsdale JSX has announced an expansion of its new service at Santa Monica Airport (SMO), increasing flight frequencies to...
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines Will No Longer Award Miles or Loyalty Points on Basic Economy Tickets
American Airlines has quietly removed the ability to earn miles and Loyalty Points on Basic Economy tickets. The post American Airlines Will No Longer Award Miles or Loyalty Points on Basic Economy Tickets appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Citi Strata Premier Card Review: Rewards, Benefits, and Annual Fee
If you’ve been around Citi’s ThankYou ecosystem for a while, you probably still think of this card as “the Citi Premier.” Citi has since refreshed and renamed it the Citi…
The Bulkhead Seat
Azores Airlines is the Latest Airline to Commit to the New Terminal One at New York JFK
Azores Airlines announced today that it’s planning to move to the upcoming Terminal One… The post Azores Airlines is the Latest Airline to Commit to the New Terminal One at New York JFK appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
From The Tray Table
American responds to no-notice basic economy mileage cut
For the past few weeks, it seemed like American Airlines was on a roll. Between the introduction of… The post American responds to no-notice basic economy mileage cut appeared first on From the Tray Table.
Miles To Memories
inKind Doubles Referral Bonus, Earn $50 For Every Invite
inKind is one of my favorite apps for savings at bars, restaurants and cafés. New York City has plenty of options, as do many other major cities. The post inKind Doubles Referral Bonus, Earn $50 For Every Invite appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Finnair First Asia Fifth Freedom Flight BKK to MEL
Asia has several fifth-freedom flights with multiple airlines using Bangkok, Singapore & Hong Kong to launch them. Now, Finnair has joined this league. This is Finnair’s 1st Asia Fifth Freedom Flight between Bangkok and Melbourne with the flight originating from Helsinki. Finnair 1st Asia Fifth Freedom Flight Finnair’s 1st Asia...
Miles To Memories
Flying Basic Economy with American Airlines? No Miles or Loyalty Points for You
American Airlines made an unannounced change on December 17 that affects AAdvantage members who purchase the cheapest fares. The post Flying Basic Economy with American Airlines? No Miles or Loyalty Points for You appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
December 18 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air France KLM Flying Blue – Earn up to 4x miles on Sixt car rentals
Today's bonus offer highlight is an excellent Sixt car rental bonus from Air France KLM Flying Blue where you can earn up to 4x miles! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post December 18 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air France KLM Flying Blue – Earn up to 4x...
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Chase Freedom Q1 2026 5% Bonus Categories (2 Duds and 1 Good One)
Finally, it's time to activate your Chase Freedom Q1 2026 Bonus categories, and there are some good ones. You must activate before earning 5% cash back and ...
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United Airlines Adds Dine & Doze Option, Expands Multi-Course Service In Polaris Business Class
United Airlines is standardizing its multi-course meal offerings in Polaris Business Class and also expanding it new Dine & Doze for passengers who wish to maximize rest onboard. United Standardizes Polaris Meal Service And Expands Dine & Doze Option United Airlines currently serves meals in courses on flights longer than...
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QANTAS: Power banks banned from todaym 15 December. What you need to know
From today, Monday 15 December 2025, Qantas, Jetstar and QantasLink has banned the use of portable power banks on all flights. Qantas group airlines are joining a growing list of airlines responding to a sharp rise in lithium battery fires in cabins and lounges worldwide. You’ll still be allowed to...
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BORDERS: Visa Waiver Program to require social media, phone numbers and IP history from Australians
Australian travellers who want to head to New York at Christmas, or Coachella in spring, or to trek through the Grand Canyon may soon face a very different pre-departure checklist. It could soon include handing over five years of social media accounts, five years of phone numbers, and 10 years...
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QANTAS: A380 wing panel peels on first flight out of mothballs
Qantas’ big, shiny, triumphantly returned Airbus A380 has been unceremoniously benched in Los Angeles after part of its left wing peeled apart on its first commercial flight back in service. This happened after news releases only a few days ago with Qantas chest-beating about the superjumbo’s grand return after a...
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QATAR AIRWAYS: Surprise CEO dumping without explanation. Why?
In a surprise move a few days ago, Qatar Airways has replaced its chief executive with immediate effect. This is the second leadership change in just a couple of years after Akbar Al Baker relinquished his 27-year reign. The Gulf carrier appointed Hamad Ali Al-Khater as its new Group CEO...
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QANTAS: International flights return to the Gold Coast (OOL). Fly direct to New Zealand 3 times a week
In a win for Gold Coast travellers, Qantas is bringing back overseas flights from the Gold Coast (formerly Coolangatta) Airport for the first time in almost five years. Qantas will launch Gold Coast to Auckland services from 16 June 2026. This will reconnect Queensland’s beach capital with New Zealand three...
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QANTAS: New Auckland International Lounge opens in New Zealand
Qantas is scheduled to open its new Auckland International Lounge on 17 December 2025, just in time for the Christmas rush. Unlike the old space (which was in desperate need of attention), the new lounge features a 60% larger footprint and can accommodate more than 370 passengers. Qantas has combined...
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HEATHROW: A car park robbery turns into a full-blown airport emergency
If you’ve ever felt that Heathrow’s Terminal 3 car park was a little too chaotic on a normal day, Sunday morning took things to an entirely new level. A woman was robbed of her suitcase inside a lift at Heathrow’s Terminal 3 car park. The attackers deployed what police believe...
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DELTA AIRLINES: Starts Melbourne to LAX flights from today
Starting today, Saturday 6 December 2025, Melbourne’s long-haul travellers have a new way to cross the Pacific. Delta Air Lines has officially launched flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles. That makes the route a three-horse race alongside Qantas and United Airlines. It’s the first time an Airbus A350 has flown...