Economy Class & Beyond
Air Canada signs for five further Airbus A220 aircraft
The end-of-year spending spree shows no sign of stopping, with Air Canada signing for further Airbus A220 aircraft. Air Canada has signed for five Airbus A220-300s, on the fifth anniversary since taking delivery of its first A220 in December 2019. This follows an initial order in 2016 for 45 A220-300s and a...
Economy Class & Beyond
KLM completes rollout of Premium Comfort Class (Premium economy)
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has been busy updating the interiors for part of fleet, with the deployment of Premium Comfort Class. KLM Premium Comfort Class – Image, KLM During the past two years, the airline has installed Premium Comfort Class (or what many of us would refer to as “Premium...
Economy Class & Beyond
Pegasus Airlines selects further Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
It seems the end-of-year order rush is in full effect, with Pegasus Airlines logging an order with Boeing. The airline’s purchase includes a firm order for 100 737-10 jets – with options for 100 more. Pegasus Airlines’ purchase of 100 737-10 jets will bring the total orders of the 737...
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Unlimited® – $750 or 90,000 points
The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Unlimited are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Warning: Not Always a Full Refund When Canceling Airline Ticket Purchased Within 24 Hours
Consumers who are based in the United States are allowed to cancel their reservation and receive a full refund without a penalty for 24 hours; but here is a warning that you may not always receive a full refund when canceling an airline ticket purchased within 24 hours, as I...
Frequent Miler
The 2024 Bonvoyed Awards | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep286 | 12-20-24 | Podcast
Today we’ll take a look back at the year and talk about what loyalty programs have done to us instead of for us. This is for the loyalty grinches! Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to a specific part...
The Bulkhead Seat
The Dominican Republic’s Low-Cost-Carrier, Arajet, Will Fly to the United States In 2025
Arajet is a low-cost airline and the flag carrier of the Dominican Republic. Its…
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Frequent Miler
$100 InKind gift card for $59.99 at Costco.com
Costco is once again offering a $100 InKind gift card for $59.99. That could be a great deal if you have upcoming plans to dine at an InKind restaurant. You can also get 20% back on all food and beverage, which we’ll post about separately. The Deal Costco.com is offering...
View from the Wing
Reagan National Airport’s Gate 35X Was So Awful It Took $1 Billion And 25 Years to Fix—But Its Sign Still Haunts Travelers
For years, the 'worst airport gate in America' was generally considered to be 35X at Washington's Reagan National airport. There were competitors, like Miami's D60 and the old D9 at LaGuardia before the terminal was redone. But 35X was the stuff of legend.
Continue reading Reagan National Airport’s Gate...
Frequent Miler
Uh-oh: Hilton gift card inventory shortage (not expected to ship for “weeks”)
Those procrastinators who have credit cards that offer credits at Hilton properties might be in for disappointment this holiday season. Apparently, the Grinch has gotten into the supply of Hilton gift cards and BuyHiltonGiftCards.com is “experiencing an inventory shortage”. It doesn’t sound like that shortage is going to be cleared...
Monkey Miles
Palazzo and Venetian join forces with Hyatt
There’s a lot of swapping going on in the points and miles world. SLH was once Hyatt, now IHG. Mr and Mrs Smith was once IHG and now is Hyatt. Well, The Venetian and Palazzo have changed dance partners and were once aligned with IHG, but soon will be doing...
Miles To Memories
ZYNLO Bank Offers $100 Checking Bonus and 5% APY for Savings and Money Market Accounts
ZYNLO Bank is currently offering a $100 bonus for new checking accounts and 5% APY for its Savings and Money Market accounts.
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Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Cross Border Xpress (CBX) From Tijuana Airport To USA
The Cross Border Express (CBX) from Tijuana International Airport to the USA could not have been simpler…it is a far better way to cross into the USA than the conventional land route. Cross Border Xpress (CBX) Review – Northbound Crossing From Tijuana Airport To USA I first wrote about the...
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines is Launching Flights Between San Antonio and Washington D.C.
American Airlines is launching service between San Antonio and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in March 2025.
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PointsMath
14+ Current IHG Promotions [Dec’24]
IHG is one of the biggest hotel chains in the world. Although it has a limited presence in India, you can still benefit from IHG Promotions internationally. Earn 3K Points Every 2 Nights Earn 3x Points at Five IHG Brands New Member 5K Bonus Earn 3K Bonus Points When Booking...
View from the Wing
‘A Danger to Millions’: Detroit Airport’s Planned Cigar Lounge Sparks Outrage
Detroit airport is planning to add a cigar lounge, and anti-smoking groups are freaking out, claiming it “would expose millions of travelers and airport employees to harmful secondhand smoke.”
Continue reading ‘A Danger to Millions’: Detroit Airport’s Planned Cigar Lounge Sparks Outrage...
Frequent Miler
10% back on Delta & Lowe’s gift cards and more
MyGiftCardsPlus is offering 10% back or more on several brands of gift cards, including Delta, Lowe’s, and more. The savings is in the form of Swagbucks, which are almost the same as cash for many people since they can be redeemed for PayPal payments. The Deal MyGiftCardsPlus is offering 10%...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Japan Airlines Diamond Premier Lounge Sapporo Airport (CTS)
For the next portion ofmy quick trip to Japan & Korea, it was time to fly Japan Airlines’ Airbus A350-900 first class on the short domestic flight from Sapporo (CTS) to Tokyo (HND). OMG, flying within Japan is an absolutely civilized delight, and that already starts on the ground.
Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR
It’s taken some time (as well as politics), but Aer Lingus has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR. Aer Lingus’s first Airbus A321XLR – Image, Airbus This is the first of six Airbus A321XLRs that are planned to join the Aer Lingus Long Haul fleet. With this delivery, the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Emirates lines up festive activities on the ground and in the air
With the festive week coming up faster than you can say “when is that package arriving?”, Emirates has unveiled its plans for Christmas and New Year. In the lounge Emirates’ First and Business Class lounges in Dubai will be serving tradtionaroasted turkey with jus and cranberry sauce, glazed chestnuts, root...
Economy Class & Beyond
Adobe does what Adobe does best – Price Hike Ahoy
For those of us who use Adobe photography products, it’s time to get your planning hats on, as the company is planning to jack up its prices. Price rises ahoy – Image, Adobe. Adobe is putting up the prices “to better reflect the value that the apps deliver”. It seems...
{Tech} for Travel
Uber for UK NHS Staff – Save on Rides This Christmas
A new Uber for UK NHS Staff deal has been launched in time for Christmas, as the ride-sharing app helps care workers get where they need to be with savings just for NHS workers.
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Economy Class & Beyond
Luxair signs for further Embraer E195-E2
Luxair – the flag carrier of Luxembourg has signed a firm order with Embraer for further E195-E2 aircraft Luxair has chosen to exercise options for a further two Embraer E195-E2. These follow the initial four the airline ordered, In exercising the two options secured in their 2023 firm order for...
{Tech} for Travel
United Airlines Simplifies Luggage Tracking with Apple Share Item Location
United Airlines has become one of the first airlines to now support Apple Share Item Location, making it easier for travellers to track their AirTagged luggage from departure to arrival.
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Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus Enables Apple’s Find My “Share Item Location” to help find your lost Baggage
For those of us who check in luggage, we’ve all had that sinking feeling at some point, when all the bags come off the belt… and your bag didn’t make it. For those who use Apple AirTags with an iPhone, Aer Lingus is making life a little easier, with the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways to relaunch services to Canberra, Australia
Qatar Airways is set to re-launch daily flights to Canberra, the capital city of Australia. > The daily flights to Canberra will operate via Melbourne to the airline’s hub, Hamad International Airport, in Doha. This service will commence in December 2025 and will be operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft....
