One Mile at a Time
Buy IHG One Rewards Points With Up To 80% Bonus (0.56 Cents Each)
Strategically buying points can be a good value, especially for luxury hotel stays. IHG One Rewards has just launched a new sale on purchased points. Different members may be targeted for different offers, though it appears that the standard offer isn’t quite as generous as some past promotions that we’ve...
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Whoa: American Will Start Enforcing Boarding Priority?!
Boarding flights in the United States is a hot mess… it’s a little different than in Japan! Airlines have tried to commoditize the boarding process as much as possible (by giving people an incentive to earn status, pick up a credit card, or outright pay for priority boarding), while doing...
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DOT Awards New DCA Slots: Major Airlines Win Big, But One Of The Flights Could Be Illegal
The Department of Transportation has made its determination about the five new "beyond perimeter" routes that would be permitted to operated at Washington's National airport. These are flights provided for in the FAA Reauthorization Act which are farther the airport's current cap for most flights of 1,250 miles. ...
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Alaska Airlines Overhauls Mileage Plan: Faster Elite Status, New Perks, And Unlock Better Award Flights
Alaska Airlines has announced changes - nearly all improvements - to its Mileage Plan program for 2025. I spoke with Alaska's Vice President of Loyalty, Alliances, and Sales Brett Catlin about the effort - which he calls a "phase one."
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American Airlines Rolls Out Tech to Enforce Boarding Groups And Stop Line Jumpers
People queue up to board. They rush the gate. They try to board long before it's their turn, even though they'll be fine with overhead space usually unless they're among the last on the plane.
Airlines made this game. They can't do simple back-to-front boarding because they sell priority...
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Alaska Airlines Updates Mileage Plan: Winners And Losers
There’s a lot to like about the changes Alaska Airlines announced today for its Mileage Plan loyalty program, but also some bad news, especially for regular Alaska flyers. Overall, though, Mileage Plan remains a unique and valuable program with some attractive new incentives, particularly for those who earn and burn...
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Mileage Plan Status Easier To Earn (AMAZING Award Flight Perk)
Alaska Airlines is making major changes to its Mileage Plan program as of 2025, and I’d say the changes are positive, on balance. I know that might be hard to believe, given the direction of so many loyalty programs, but Alaska has long used Mileage Plan as a point of...
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Alaska Airlines just gets it. New changes to their loyalty program make it undeniably the best
Alaska Airlines has just completed its merger/acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines and has decided to do a major overhaul on the program. I was very surprised. Why? One, that is quite refreshing that in this day and age of devaluation, Alaska has figured out a way to bring value to their...
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Vanishing On Touchdown: Why PIA Flight Attendants Keep Abandoning Their Return Flights Home [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: Flight attendants from Pakistan International Airlines working flights to Canada keep disappearing as soon as they land. I assumed they became illegal immigrants. I wouldn’t want to go back to Canada, either. Turns out they’re claiming asylum. The airline now schedules older crew...
Eye of the Flyer
Earn Up to $750 in Statement Credit on Concession Purchases at Select Arenas Through 2026!
If you frequent some arenas in a few major global cities, you might be able to earn back a pretty penny on your concession purchases during the next two or so years. Amex Offer: American Express Venue Collection American Express cardholders can earn up to 10% in statement credits when...
Frequent Miler
Singapore Airlines: Business class between New York and Europe for 56K each way
Singapore Airlines is out with its latest “Spontaneous Escapes” award sale and this month’s deals are available to book until 10/31/24 for travel between 11/1/24 to 11/30/24. Included in this month’s offerings is an appealing option that I flew last year: Singapore’s fifth freedom route from NYC – Frankfurt in...
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Sinema’s Final Flight: Inside Her $200K Travel Spending Spree Before Leaving Congress
Senator Kyrsten Sinema is leaving office, and the avid traveler appears to have ramped up her trips before leaving Congress.
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Reviews
Read the latest reviews for road warriors and frequent flyers.
- Hotel Review: Home2 Suites – Covington, GA (Atlanta Metro Area) October 16, 2024
- Prima Vista FCO Lounge Review – Rome Fiumicino Airport Priority Pass October 16, 2024
- Review: Delta E175 Comfort Plus New York (JFK) to Rochester (ROC) October 16, 2024
- Holiday Inn Express Gibraltar: World’s Best for the Memories October 16, 2024
The Bulkhead Seat
Newark Liberty International Airport Is Looking to Build A New Terminal B
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) opened a brand new Terminal A in January 2023.…
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Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark – Long way to Singapore
Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Sigh. Onto the two sections of this trip report that will be the most painful for me to write. This deals with the happy times. The story of the stolen and returned iPhone is coming...
Live and Let’s Fly
Photo Essay: Thimphu, The Fascinating Capital Of Bhutan
I found Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, among the most unique cities I have ever visited, a fascinating mix of architecture and culture that made for a wonderful visit. Thimphu, Bhutan: A Photo Essay With Commentary The population of Bhutan is about 791,000 and Thimphu is about 144,000, making it...
Frequent Miler
IHG Chase Offer: Get 10% Back On $100+ in spend at any IHG property
There’s a new IHG Chase Offer available for people who’ve been targeted. It’s valid at properties worldwide and can be used on up to $570 in spend. The Deal Get 10% back when spending $100+ on an IHG stay with a targeted Chase Offer. $57 maximum cash back Key Terms...
Miles To Memories
Save 50% on Walmart+ membership with New Amex Offer
American Express has anew Amex Offer that is available to most cardholders, which can save you 50% on your annual Walmart+ membership.
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Cape Air Passenger’s Desperate Move: Uses Paper Bag as Emergency Lavatory Mid-Flight [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.
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Bluegreen Vacations Timeshare Offer: Book 3-Night Stay for $279, Get $275 Mastercard Gift Card
Bluegreen Vacations has a new timeshare offer. You can get a three night stay and a $275 Mastercard gift card for just 279. There are almost 20 destinations to choose from.
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The Bulkhead Seat
New York Hilton Midtown Is Immersing Guests In the Emerald City With Its “Stay Like” Wicked Suite
The highly anticipated Wicked movie will hit theaters on November 22nd. The New York…
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One Mile at a Time
New Cathay Pacific Aria Suite 777 Business Class
In March 2024, Cathay Pacific formally unveiled the details of its new business class product, which is an exciting development for the carrier. While the entry into service for this product was delayed, there’s an exciting update, as the product is welcoming its first customers. The airline just had a...
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Now $400 statement credit after $1K in purchases with Disney Premier Visa
The welcome offer has increased on the Disney Premier Visa card: you can now earn a $400 statement credit after $1,000 in purchases in the first 3 months. Frankly, I don’t generally think this card is worth it, but this is a nice bonus on relatively low spend, so it...
ATX Jetsetter
DOT Announces Winners and Losers for New DCA Perimeter Slots
The Department of Transportation has awarded five new DCA perimeter slots to airlines though a cloudy legal situation still needs to be resolved.
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Frequent Flyer Bonuses
October 17 Bonus Offer Highlight: British Airways Executive Club – Earn 2x On Business Points on BA flights
Companies that are part of the British Airways On Business program can take advantage of today's Bonus Offer Highlight which offers double points on British Airways flights. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here:
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United Airlines CEO Discusses The “Profitable” Future Of MileagePlus
Top leaders at United Airlines have foreshadowed a future of MileagePlus marked by accelerating profit. What does the future of MileagePlus look like for travelers? United Airlines CEO, COO On The Future Of MileagePlus At yesterday’s Q3 earning call Tom Fitzgerald of TD Cowen asked, “Would you help us understand...
Miles To Memories
Save Up to 15% When You Fly to Europe with Norse Atlantic Airways
Norse Atlantic Airways has launched a new Global Halloween Sale today offering an extra discount for fall and winter travel to Europe.
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One Mile at a Time
New Lufthansa Allegris First Class Launching Shortly
Lufthansa is in the process of rolling out its new long haul cabin concept, known as Allegris. This includes a new business class product (being installed on newly delivered Airbus A350s and Boeing 787s), as well as a new first class product (being installed on newly delivered Airbus A350s).
Economy Class & Beyond
SWISS to introduce Onboard Meal pre-ordering… for Short Haul
We’ve seen a trend with airlines to offer pre-ordering for meals in business class – mainly for long-haul routes. Swiss International Air Lines is trying something a little different – by offering the service on its short-haul network. Known as “Pre-Select”, this free option was successfully launched on long-haul flights...
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Busted For Vaping: American Airlines Passenger In Seat 22B Thought He Was Sneaky—Police In Miami Disagreed
A passenger flying American Airlines from San Juan to Miami on Monday reportedly vaped from his middle seat in row 22, "He would take hits on his vape and thought no one could see the vape smoke coming out his nose and mouth." He was wrong - it was...
Frequent Miler
Hyatt Amex Offer: $150 back on $700 spend at Hawai’i properties
There is a new, targeted Amex Offer out this week that’s good for $150 back when you spend $700 or more at Hyatt properties in Hawai’i. If you’re planning a trip to in the next few months, this could make for a nice savings. Note that, if you happen to...