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First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK
Cathay Pacific has officially opened its redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). The Beijing lounge redesign is… The post First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants
Air Canada has suspended all operations of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge due to a strike by its 10,000… The post Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Introducing WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business
WestJet has introduced the WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business, designed to help businesses earn WestJet points quickly on… The post Introducing WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Encalm Prive Lounge Review – New Delhi International (DEL) T3
Encalm Prive Lounge Review Recently, I had the opportunity to fly in Air India’s First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER… The post Encalm Prive Lounge Review – New Delhi International (DEL) T3 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Serves Cease And Desist On Flight Attendants For ‘Illegal’ Strike Activity
Air Canada has served a cease and desist letter on the union representing more than 10,000 of its flight attendants, accusing it of encouraging illegal union activity, as a complete shutdown of the airline gets underway. The alleged ‘illegal’ activity was advice provided by the union to flight attendants, in...
One Mile at a Time
Can Your Travel Companions Visit You In First Class?
Say you’re traveling with friends or family, and you’re split between different cabins. Is it appropriate for someone in economy to visit someone in first class, for example?
Frequent Miler
Greg’s Guest Appearance on Point Me To First Class: What Credit Card Points Are Really Worth in 2025
On July 28, Greg appeared on the Point Me to First Class podcast with Devon Gimbel to chat about how to value your points and miles. You can catch the whole episode here, or read a quick summary of the discussion below. Here’s what you’ll find in the episode. (These...
The Bulkhead Seat
Cathay Pacific Unveils Redesigned Flagship Lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport
Cathay Pacific unveiled its newly redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)… The post Cathay Pacific Unveils Redesigned Flagship Lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Air Canada Flight Attendants Begin Strike, Cancelling Hundreds of Flights
Air Canada is strongly advising passengers not to go to the airport unless they have a confirmed booking on another airline. The post Air Canada Flight Attendants Begin Strike, Cancelling Hundreds of Flights first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Monkey Miles
Wow up to 600k now. Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point
You can buy IHG points with a bonus of 75 to 100% depending on when you purchase The post Wow up to 600k now. Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point appeared first on Monkey Miles.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Just Fired Flight Attendants For Paying Crew To Pick Up Trips — Union Fights First-Ever Crackdown
American Airlines is firing flight attendants for offering other crewmembers incentives to pick up their trips. The union says this is new, and violates their contract. The Chicago base notified crewmembers on Friday that "Posting a trip with an incentive to drop" had led to "The absolute worst...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Muscat Marine Tower in Oman
Surprisingly little information seemed to be available pertaining to the Muscat Marine Tower located near the Muttrah Corniche in Old Muscat — so little that I had no idea it even existed when I researched on what to do in Muscat upon my visit to Oman. In fact — as I...
The Bulkhead Seat
Blame Air Canada: All Flights Cancelled as Flight Attendants Strike
Air Canada has essentially shut down operations for its mainline and Air Canada Rouge… The post Blame Air Canada: All Flights Cancelled as Flight Attendants Strike appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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United Airlines Faces Class Action Lawsuit For Selling “Window Seat Without A Window”
Is it false advertising for an airline to sell a so-called window seat that does not actually have a window? United Airlines is facing a class action lawsuit in California over this very issue. United Airlines Faces Class Action Lawsuit For Selling “Window Seat Without A Window” According to multiple...
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First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK
Cathay Pacific has officially opened its redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). The Beijing lounge redesign is… The post First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
View from the Wing
2025 Best Credit Card Bonus Offers [August]
Every month I post what I find are the best credit card offers out there. Some of last month's best credit card offers are gone or changed. Here's the current up to date list of best credit card offers right now - the most lucrative bonuses available. Continue reading...
One Mile at a Time
New “Flagship” Cathay Pacific Lounge Beijing Airport Opens
Cathay Pacific is known for its exceptional first & business class lounges, which I consider to be among the best in the world. Along those lines, the airline has just opened its newest redesigned lounge, which is in a market that’s extremely important to the airline.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Is Bringing Back Its Famous ‘Bags Fly Free’ Promotion… But Here’s The Catch
Southwest Airlines is bringing back its much-loved ‘Bags Fly Free’ policy just months after ending the decades-long promotion that had set the Dallas-based carrier apart from its rivals. But don’t get too excited just yet. It appears that only applies to a new vacation package service that Southwest plans to...
Eye of the Flyer
Travel Cards I Use Now, Possible Airport Rideshare Travel Hack, Paying for Cruise Entertainment Trend, Tasty No-Fee Card and What a Pilot Does Onboard a Cruise
We are soon approaching the time of the year when I, and my boys, make our yearly golf pilgrimage into northern Michigan and I can not wait. Early fall is my favorite time of the year with not just golf on tap but grapes soon ready to become wine! Life...
View from the Wing
What Was She Even Doing? Reality TV Star Says Delta Business Class Seat Divider Chipped Her Tooth [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 What Was She Even Doing? Reality TV Star Says Delta Business Class Seat Divider Chipped Her Tooth...
One Mile at a Time
Earn 50x AAdvantage Miles With Stand Up To Cancer Donations
American AAdvantage has long had a partnership with Stand Up To Cancer, which is a fantastic charity. At the moment, donating to Stand Up To Cancer can be particularly lucrative.
Travel Points Playbook
New Southwest Promotions This Week: Double Points and Status Match Offers
Southwest is out with two new promotions this week. These tend to be targeted and if you didn’t…
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants
Air Canada has suspended all operations of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge due to a strike by its 10,000… The post Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
One Mile at a Time
Air Canada Cancels All Flights: Flight Attendants Go On Strike, Locked Out
A few days ago, I wrote about how Air Canada flight attendants had threatened to go on strike. Well, the strike has officially kicked off, and Air Canada has basically shut down its operations, given that management responded to the strike warning with a lockout notice. Wow.
Frequent Miler
Lessons from the road, a hot new premium card coming, finding hotel deals and more [Week in Review]
Some people love the comforts of home: a familiar bed, routine, and all of their own “stuff”. That’s not me; I love traveling. From airports to flights to hotels, I rarely miss familiar surroundings (I do miss people, but not stuff). Yet even I have to admit that the past two...
Live and Let’s Fly
Exploring Prague’s Soviet-Era Metro Before Flying KLM To Amsterdam
My final day in Prague (and beyond) centered on transit, including Metro trains, buses, airplanes, and vans. Day Three In Prague I woke up early to get some work done before heading downstairs around 10:30 am for breakfast the Andaz Prague. The breakfast spread included a buffet and a la...
Economondo
A 24 Hour Delay from Mongolia to Germany: My MIAT Mongolian Airlines Boeing 767 Experience
Join me on a stressful journey from Ulaanbaatar to Berlin with MIAT Mongolian Airlines
ATX Jetsetter
Chase Ultimate Rewards and Emirates Skywards End Points Transfers
Chase cardholders will no longer be able to transfer Ultimate Rewards points to Emirates Skywards as of October 16, 2025. The post Chase Ultimate Rewards and Emirates Skywards End Points Transfers appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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How to Claim Marriott Bonvoy Welcome Gift Guarantee
As a Lifetime Platinum member of Marriott’s Bonvoy brand, I have stayed over 1,000 nights and have had 9 years… The post How to Claim Marriott Bonvoy Welcome Gift Guarantee appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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American Airlines New Routes to Europe and South America for Summer 2026
American Airlines has unveiled its international expansion plans for the summer 2026 travel season, announcing six new routes to cities… The post American Airlines New Routes to Europe and South America for Summer 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Major Changes to Aeroplan in 2026, Revenue-Based Points and Elite Status Qualification
Major Changes to Aeroplan 2026 – TL;DR Effective January 1, 2026, Air Canada is overhauling how Aeroplan members earn points… The post Major Changes to Aeroplan in 2026, Revenue-Based Points and Elite Status Qualification appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New design Alaska Airlines announces direct flights to London and Reykjavik
Alaska Airlines has announced the expansion of its international service with the launch of two new nonstop routes from Seattle… The post New design Alaska Airlines announces direct flights to London and Reykjavik appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Four Points Flex Osaka Umeda
A few weeks ago, I embarked on a two-week vacation to Japan. My journey began with a 10.5 hour flight… The post Review: Four Points Flex Osaka Umeda appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Landline Motorcoach Service To Link Kingston and YYZ
Air Canada has announced the expansion of its multi-modal connectivity option with the introduction of a premium motorcoach service between… The post Air Canada Landline Motorcoach Service To Link Kingston and YYZ appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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EQ Bank Card – A Closer Look at a Prepaid Travel Card
The EQ Bank Card is a prepaid reloadable Mastercard® issued by Equitable Bank that functions much like a debit card,… The post EQ Bank Card – A Closer Look at a Prepaid Travel Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Marriott Aloft Nashville West End
Introduction and Booking For a recent stay in Nashville, I opted to split my accommodation between two hotels located just… The post Review: Marriott Aloft Nashville West End appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.