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My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind
There’s… a lot… of coverage surrounding the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve Card. As per usual these days, the hot takes are plentiful and people are fired...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Entitled Airline Passenger Demands Water Just 3 Minutes Before Landing And Then Suggests Cabin Crew’s Refusal Was Racist
A woman has been slammed as being entitled after she got into an altercation with flight attendants when she demanded water just three minutes before an Air France flight was about to land at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. After the cabin crew denied the woman her request because they...

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United Airlines Bizarre Upgrade Rule Exposed: The Empty Business Class Seat They Won’t Let You Have [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 United Airlines Bizarre Upgrade Rule Exposed: The Empty Business Class Seat They Won’t Let You Have [Roundup]...

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Hertz Now Instantly Bills Renters $440 For Tiny Scratches Detected By New AI Damage Scanner
Now they scan cars as they're being returned - vehicles drive through a camera‑and‑sensor tunnel and get an 'MRI for vehicles' to log damage in a way that rental staff never did before. It also finds hard to spot damage such as under the vehicle, uneven tire wear, hairline...

Eye of the Flyer
$25k a Hand Black Jack Group Allegedly Refused a Comped Smoothie at a Vegas Resort — Which is Promptly Trolled by Other Casinos
Playing $25,000 a hand at blackjack apparently isn’t enough to get you a comped smoothie at Resorts World Las Vegas. $25,000 a Hand Isn’t Good Enough for a Free Smoothie?! A video posted to Twitter/X appears to show a couple of Resorts World gamblers playing multiple hands of blackjack —...

ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines Reinstates Airport Standby for All Passengers
American Airlines will once again allow all passengers to join standby lists at the airport, regardless of loyalty program membership.
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Reviews
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Review: Korean Air KAL Business Lounge Los Angeles (LAX) July 1, 2025
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Review: Korean Air KAL Business Lounge Los Angeles (LAX) July 1, 2025
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Who’s Going to Win the Howl-Off?: An In-Depth Review of Hyatt’s Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo July 1, 2025
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This is What It’s Like to Fly With a Pitbull on a PJ: A Review of Perro Air July 1, 2025

Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Air France KLM Flying Blue July Promo Rewards: Save 25% on select reward flights around the world
The newest set of Air France KLM’s Promo Rewards are now available. This month there are 24 cities in total, all of which are 25% off their standard minimum redemption amount for economy and business class redemptions (fare class varies by route). Offer details: July Promo Rewards – Save 25%...

The Gate with Brian Cohen
My Visit to Gellért Hill and Citadella in Budapest
I walked on the north pedestrian walkway of Erzsébet híd — also known as Elisabeth Bridge in English, which is named after Elisabeth of Bavaria — across the Danube River from Pest to Buda during a beautiful but albeit somewhat cloudy autumn day to approach the Gellért Hill and Citadella...

One Mile at a Time
CLEAR® Plus Membership Price Increases (Again)
CLEAR is a technology company that helps with expediting clearing security at select US airports. The company stores the biometric data of members, allowing them to (typically) skip the ID check, and get straight into the security line. Combined with TSA PreCheck, this is the best setup you can have...

Frequent Miler
Chase Points Boosts explained & evaluated | Coffee Break Ep61 | 7-1-25
What are “Chase points boosts”? In this episode, we’ll explain and evaluate this new feature for hotel and flight bookings through Chase Travel℠. Coffee Break: Chase Points Boosts explained & evaluated Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...

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Amex Follows Citi In Devaluing Emirates Transfers—Why The Airline Doesn’t Care About Your Points
Emirates is only marginally useful as a transfer partner. Their awards are expensive and they impose draconian fuel surcharges as well. You can also transfer to Qantas and redeem saver inventory at similar or better pricing in many cases.
Continue reading Amex Follows Citi In Devaluing Emirates Transfers—Why The Airline...

Paddle Your Own Kanoo
He Tried to Bribe Airport Security Then Snuck On A Plane Without Being Screened – He’s Now Landed Himself a $60,000 Fine
A man has been ordered to pay American Airlines nearly $60,000 in restitution after breaching a secure entry point at Philadelphia International Airport and jumping on a plane without going through TSA screening last June. The actions of Jonathan ‘Jon’ Beaulieu, 32, of Philadelphia, caused a major security alert as...

Your Mileage May Vary
Gov’t Asked National Park Visitors to Report “Negative” Signage. The Malicious Compliance Has Been *Chef’s Kiss*
Not long ago, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum ordered all U.S. national parks to post signs asking visitors to report any information that tells a negative story about the site or…

Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Korean Air KAL Business Lounge Los Angeles (LAX)
The Korean Air Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport, at least in its current form, is a distant fourth place behind the other three SkyTeam lounges at LAX. KAL Korean Air Lounge LAX Review At the outset, let me note that Korean Air just closed this lounge and will refurbish...

Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Korean Air KAL Business Lounge Los Angeles (LAX)
The Korean Air Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport, at least in its current form, is a distant fourth place behind the other three SkyTeam lounges at LAX. KAL Korean Air Lounge LAX Review At the outset, let me note that Korean Air just closed this lounge and will refurbish...

Frequent Miler
Flying Blue Promo Rewards for July: 25% off economy awards between 6 North American cities & Europe
It’s the first of the month, so a new batch of Air France/KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards are out today. As is usually the case, you can save 25% on economy awards between select US cities and Europe; this month there are six eligible North American cities, with dates travel...

Hawaii Calling
Here’s Why the New Asia-Pacific Luxury Trends Should Make Hawai’i Pause
Luxury Travel Is Changing—And So Must Hawai‘i As someone who closely follows travel trends and the visitor experience in Hawai‘i, I’ve seen the evolution of our industry over the years—from high-volume tourism to today’s more intentional, experience-focused era. But reading Marriott International’s July 2025 “Purpose-Driven Traveler” report made me pause....

Miles To Memories
Extra! Extra! Chase Pay Yourself Back’s Solid Updates & One Big Weakness
The third quarter of 2025 begins with a few strong Chase Pay Yourself Back categories, but with one glaring flaw.
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View from the Wing
Passengers Terrified By Harmless Tape on Planes: Why Won’t Airlines Explain Aviation’s Most Misunderstood Image?
Probably the most misunderstood thing in all of aviation is speed tape. Passengers see what looks like 'duct tape' on their plane, and they worry whether it will hold together. The plane doesn't look safe and first impressions over safety matter right now with aviation safety top of mind...

Frequent Miler
Alaska MVP members can earn bonus miles for new AND renewing CLEAR+ memberships
CLEAR+ frequently runs promotions where you can earn bonus airline miles, Uber promo credits, etc. for signing up for the service. That can be a great deal, especially if you have a credit card that reimburses you for the service. CLEAR+ is currently offering a $10 discount for all Alaska...

BoardingArea
Portugal & Japan: Summer 2025’s Top Picks for Frequent Flyers
Frequent flyers ready to take off in the summer of 2025 will find that Portugal and Japan still sit comfortably at the top of my must-visit list. I've encountered countless stories from fellow travelers who speak of Portugal's hidden gems and Japan's seamless blend of tradition and futurism. It's clear...

Frequent Miler
Air France/KLM Amex Offer: Spend $1,000 & get 20,000 Membership Rewards
With it being the first day of the month, there are lots of new Amex Offers out today. One of the notable travel-related offers is one giving 20,000 bonus Membership Rewards when spending $1,000 or more with Air France and/or KLM. The Deal Spend $1,000+ in one or more purchases...

Miles To Memories
Earn Bonus Miles and Points on United Flights and Marriott Stays
United MileagePlus and Marriott Bonvoy elites can earn bonus miles on hotel stays and extra points on flights through this latest promotion.
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Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Marriott Bonvoy + United MileagePlus reciprocal bonus offer – earn extra points & miles on flights and stays
An excellent new dual bonus points and miles offer is out from Marriott and United. The offer provides bonus Bonvoy Points on United flights and conversely, bonus MileagePlus miles on Marriott stays. And these bonuses are over and above your regular points and miles earning in the programs (ie you...