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TSA Issues Urgent Cybersecurity Warning: Why You Should Never Use Airport USB Charging Ports
The Transportation Security Administration has issued a critical cybersecurity warning that every traveler needs to hear: those convenient USB charging ports scattered throughout airports could be stealing your personal data. In a recent Facebook post, the TSA cautioned travelers about a cybersecurity threat called “juice jacking,” where hackers install malware...
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Point Me to the Plane
Historical Hotel and Great Location Makes This London Hyatt A Fun Choice!
London hotels come in all shapes and sizes. None are as original and quirky as this one though!
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My Stay At This Iconic Hyatt Hotel Was Disappointing
Should a disappointing hotel room cloud a hotel stay? In this case not entirely. Yet enough that I rate this hotel much lower than expected.
This is a black and white cartoon depicting a crowded airplane aisle with several passengers vying for an upgrade. One person says, "I've flown 500,000 miles this year!" Another responds, "Well, I'm a million miler!" A third person counters, "Oh yeah? Well I know Randy Petersen!" The caption reads, "The competition for upgrades intensifies!" The cartoon humorously illustrates the lengths people go to for airline upgrades.
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Art of the Upgrade
Explore the hilarious world of airline upgrades and dive into the comedic chaos of mileage bragging and insider connections as travelers humorously vie for better seats. Discover the quirky dynamics of upgrade competition and share your own stories of success and amusing defeats. Join us for laughs and insights into...
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Live from a Lounge
Air India kicks off 2026 by inducting the first Boeing 787-9, built for them
Air India has a brand new aircraft, the first of many it will induct towards fixing up the airline's offering on the long-haul market. Here are the details. The post Air India kicks off 2026 by inducting the first Boeing 787-9, built for them appeared first on Live From A...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
No Wonder The FAA Was Worried About The Safety Of Airliners: DOD Painted Military Aircraft To Look Like Civilian Planes
New claims about the legal legitimacy surrounding the Trump administration’s targeting of drug-running boats in the Caribbean have been raised after reports emerged that the Department of Defense used military aircraft painted to look like civilian airliners in the first attack in September 2025. The claims, first reported by the...
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No Wonder The FAA Was Worried About The Safety Of Airliners: DOD Painted Military Aircraft To Look Like Civilian Planes
New claims about the legal legitimacy surrounding the Trump administration’s targeting of drug-running boats in the Caribbean have been raised after reports emerged that the Department of Defense used military aircraft painted to look like civilian airliners in the first attack in September 2025. The claims, first reported by the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Chase is Suing Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Over Unpaid United Credit Card Debt
I have lived in Chicago since 2014. Lori Lightfoot was the mayor from 2019… The post Chase is Suing Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Over Unpaid United Credit Card Debt appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Sued Over Unpaid United MileagePlus Credit Card Balance
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is being sued by JPMorgan Chase over an unpaid balance on her United MileagePlus card. The post Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Sued Over Unpaid United MileagePlus Credit Card Balance appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Redeem Cathay Pacific Asia Miles for Award Flights for Less
Cathay Pacific has launched several promotions over the last few months, including bonus-point transfers, rewards in the air, and an award-flight miles redemption promotion. Now it is back with another award flight promotion. Cathay Pacific is offering a 30% rebate when booking an award flight on select routes. Current Cathay...
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Is Marriott Acquiring Rosewood Hotels?
It appears that Marriott International could be laying the framework to acquire Rosewood Hotels and Resorts. The post Is Marriott Acquiring Rosewood Hotels? appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Chase Sues Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot—$11,078 United Credit Card Debt, 17 Months Without a Payment
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is being sued by JPMorgan Chase over an unpaid United MileagePlus credit card balance of $11,078—after 17 months without a payment. If the allegation sounds familiar, it’s because the same mix of arrogance and mismanagement defined her time in office. Continue reading Chase Sues Former Chicago...
Frequent Miler
Tim’s 2026 Elite Status Plans: Titanium! Diamond! Platinum! Oh My!
It can be discouraging to see the meters and charts that track our various elite statuses reset to empty as the clock strikes 12:00 on New Year’s Eve. That reset can also be useful, giving us an opportunity to evaluate which statuses we use, which ones we want, and which...
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Now $500 intro bonus on Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards credit card
The Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards credit card doesn’t get a ton of attention since it doesn’t have unique features to set it apart from other rewards cards, but it can be a terrific option for a business with a high amount of cash or investment reserves. Better yet, as...
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Get up to 40% off at Amazon with 1 Citi ThankYou Point (targeted)
Act fast if you want to get up to 40% off your Amazon purchases, possibly even including gift cards. Find out how by ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Where Do Motorists Drive on the Left Side of the Road?
Although 25 percent of the roads in the world are in countries and territories in which motor vehicles are driven on the left side of the road, approximately 90 percent of the total road distance in the world carries traffic on the right side of the road... ...so does that mean...
One Mile at a Time
My First Time Visiting A Hyatt Globalist Lounge: Good Or Bad For Elites?
During my recent stay at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley (which I’ll be reviewing shortly), I discovered something that I don’t think I’ve ever seen before, in all of my years as a World of Hyatt Globalist member… though maybe I’m forgetting something?
Your Mileage May Vary
My 2025 Resolution Was To Cancel 25% Of Our Annual-Fee Cards. Here’s How It Went.
Back in January 2025, I did something I don’t usually do: I set a very specific, very measurable goal. Not “be better with money.” Not “simplify.” Not “stop opening shiny…
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Open award availability to Buenos Aires, 50K each way in business class
If you happened to open an Alaska Summit card and you have already earned the 100K companion ticket offered after $60K in qualifying purchases, now is your time to shine: As flagged by Upgraded Points, American Airlines is currently offering terrific availability for business class awards between New York, Miami,...
From The Tray Table
Newark’s AirTrain is partially shutting down — here’s how to get to EWR
If you’re planning on using public transportation to get to or from Newark, you’ll want to pay close… The post Newark’s AirTrain is partially shutting down — here’s how to get to EWR appeared first on From the Tray Table.
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American Lost His Luggage, Passenger Says He Ended Up in a Psychiatric Hospital [Roundup]
More stories in this roundup: A leaked rendering of Delta’s forthcoming Airbus A350-1000 business class suite is making the rounds, posted by JonNYC. Plus: Disney just pulled a key hotel perk, United is selling $7 Polaris Therabody kits, Capital One has a 15% LifeMiles transfer bonus, and American’s new menus...
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Austin to Add 32 Gates in $5 Billion Expansion as Passenger Growth Surges
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is undertaking a huge expansion that will nearly double the… The post Austin to Add 32 Gates in $5 Billion Expansion as Passenger Growth Surges appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Turkish Airlines Bans Journalist For Damaging Brand Image, Cites Rules
This isn’t a good look for Turkish Airlines, but this also likely isn’t the first or last time that we’ll see something like this at the airline, as flagged by PYOK. Perhaps what’s wildest is the the airline even has a policy of banning people for saying negative things, so...
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EVA Air Launching Flights Between Taipei and Washington in July 2026
EVA Air is launching 4x weekly flights between Taipei and Washington Dulles beginning in June 2026. The post EVA Air Launching Flights Between Taipei and Washington in July 2026 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Kickstarter: Kaverox 65W Car Charger
The Kaverox car charger offers a 65W GaN Fast Charge and is compatible with Apple and Google Find my Phone. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
The 7 Foods That Can Get You Flagged at TSA (Even If You’re a Frequent Flyer)
When going through the TSA security area, the goal is to get through as quickly as possible. For frequent flyers, doing everything to get you through quickly eventually becomes like…
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The 7 Foods That Can Get You Flagged at TSA (Even If You’re a Frequent Flyer)
When going through the TSA security area, the goal is to get through as quickly as possible. For frequent flyers, doing everything to get you through quickly eventually becomes like…
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Buy Choice Points, get 40% bonus (0.74c per point)
Choice Privileges is out with another sale on points, this time offering a 40% bonus when you buy 10,000+ points by January 27, 2026 (or when “packages sell out”). That takes the price drops to about 0.74 cents per point. Note that the discount individual members see may vary. What...
A cartoon depicts a scene at an airport gate labeled "Gate 6A." A sign above reads "Travel Quiz." Several people are interacting with a machine that resembles a polygraph, operated by a person behind a counter. The machine is connected to a man with a Hawaiian shirt. Below, text humorously describes the machine's functions: A) Records your heartbeat while waiting for upgrade clearance. B) Records your voice volume when your program changes its rules again. C) Records your blood pressure when you're denied a free award seat. D) All of the above. A caption at the bottom reads: "The TSA and Secret Service use magnetometers, but have you ever seen a mileometer being used? Now you can say you have."
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Mileometer Mystery
Welcome back to another edition of #FrequentFlyerFunnies, where we uncover the humor in the highs and lows of air travel! This week, we’re exploring the whimsical world of imaginary gadgets with the “Mileometer”—a device that captures the emotional saga of every frequent traveler. Buckle up for some laughs! What the...
A black and white cartoon depicts a person with glasses looking through a microscope at a document titled "Frequent Flyer Program Rules." The person is exclaiming "AH-HA!" in a speech bubble. Below the image, there is a caption that reads, "who ever thought it was a good idea to try and hide the fine print from frequent flyers?"
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Microscope Method for Fine Print
Discover the hilarious frustrations of frequent flyer programs in this week's Frequent Flyer Funnies! Our comic hero dives deep into the microscopic fine print to uncover hidden rules and elusive details. Laugh along as we poke fun at the absurdity of needing a microscope navigate airline loyalty terms. Share your...
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What Should You Tell The Hotel Front Desk If Your Stay Was Awful?
We've all been there - a subpar hotel stay and now you're checking out. What do you tell the front desk? Do you let them know why your stay was ...
A colorful cartoon image shows a large computer screen with the text "YOU'VE WON 25,000 MILES!" and "LOVE, KELLOGG'S." Below the text is a button labeled "SEND" with an arrow pointing up. An animated character wearing a hat labeled "CRACKLE" is reaching towards the screen, while another character wearing a hat labeled "SNAP" is standing nearby. The background includes various office supplies and equipment.
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: When Elves Go Bad
Join us for a laugh in this week's #FrequentFlyerFunnies as we explore a hilarious marketing mishap involving Kellogg's and mischievous elves!
A black and white cartoon depicts a news reporter standing in front of an airport runway with airplanes in the background. The reporter is holding a microphone and a piece of paper, speaking into the camera. A speech bubble next to the reporter reads, "Times are really tough for the airlines; that's why they have to cut frequent flyer benefits." The title at the top of the cartoon says, "Those Frequent Flyer Miles... The Way It Is!"
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Way It Is vs. The Way It Ought to Be
Laugh along with this week's #FrequentFlyerFunnies as we explore the hilarious irony/paradox of frequent flyer benefits during tough times.
The image is a cartoon illustration depicting four people in a snowy, icy environment. Three of them are sitting on the ground, bundled up in winter clothing. One person is pouring a drink from a thermos, another is holding a cup, and the third is sitting with their hands in their lap. The fourth person is lying on the ground, appearing to have slipped or fallen. In the background, there are two penguins standing on the ice.
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Chilly Reality of Off-Peak Award Travel
Enjoy the hilarious irony of off-peak travel in this week's #FrequentFlyerFunnies with a family’s frigid beach vacation!
A comic depicting a frequent flyer undergoing a vision test with two charts. The first chart, read by an optimistic airline customer, shows 'MORE UPGRADES, BETTER AWARD AVAILABILITY, FEWER FEES.' The second chart, read by a skeptical frequent flyer, shows 'EVERYTHING IS FINE, ALL IS WELL.' The caption at the bottom humorously redefines the term 'BI-FOCAL.'
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Bi-Focal Loyalty Vision Test
This week's #FrequentFlyerFunnies humorously explores the contrast between airline promises and frequent flyer reality. Join us for a laugh with the bi-focal loyalty vision test!
A cartoon illustration depicts a busy airport scene. Several people are shown walking hurriedly, carrying briefcases and wearing business attire. One man in the center is holding a ticket or document in his hand. In the background, there is a sign that reads "AIRLINES," and the area is crowded with other travelers. The overall atmosphere is bustling and chaotic.
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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Ultimate Reward – Home Sweet Home?
Explore the irony of frequent flying with this week's #FrequentFlyerFunnies! Join the laughter and dialogue on travel rewards' paradoxes.