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Storm-Proof Your 2025 Getaways: Flexible Bookings & Insurance Tactics
NOAA expects up to 19 storms in 2025, but there's no need to panic. From flexible award tickets to robust travel insurance, travelers can still fly with confidence.
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Smart Gulf Routes for Pakistan’s Independence Day 2025
As Pakistan’s diaspora converges for festive celebrations and fresh incentives, Gulf carriers offer key connections. Discover top strategies for snagging the best flights and supporting a united homecoming.
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5 Ways to Beat Obon 2025 Blackouts with Rural Ryokan Awards
Obon 2025 is around the corner, and major cities like Tokyo and Osaka will be packed. Discover strategies to find hidden award space and immerse yourself in Japan’s tranquil countryside.
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Securing Domestic Travel Awards and JR Pass Seats: Obon 2025
Obon 2025 in Japan runs August 13–15, with the peak rush extending August 9–18. Discover how to efficiently navigate flights, Shinkansen bookings, and the country’s cherished ancestral festival.
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Philippine Airlines Crew Forced to Handle Waste After All the Lavatories Broke Down Over the Pacific
A recent Philippine Airlines flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Manila’s Ninoy… The post Philippine Airlines Crew Forced to Handle Waste After All the Lavatories Broke Down Over the Pacific appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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American Airlines 2025 Profit-Sharing Lags Far Behind Delta and United
With 2025 financial results now reported across the US airline industry, one of the… The post American Airlines 2025 Profit-Sharing Lags Far Behind Delta and United appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Significant Changes at The Club ATL Lounge
Significant changes are currently occurring at The Club ATL lounge at Concourse F at the international airport which serves the greater Atlanta metropolitan area. The network of 26 airport lounges that operate under The Club — most of the locations are in the United States — are part of the network...
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Avelo Launches New Credit Card Backed By Cardless
​tl;dr – Avelo becomes the first US-based airline to partner with Cardless. ​Houston-based Avelo Airlines, a US budget… The post Avelo Launches New Credit Card Backed By Cardless appeared first on You Are Travel.
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Earn 250 Preferred Hotels points free by voting for favorite hotel (extend life of points)
Preferred Hotels is offering 250 free I Prefer points when voting for your favorite property of theirs by the end of this month. The Deal Earn 250 bonus I Prefer points when voting for your favorite Preferred Hotels & Resorts property. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expires January 31,...
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Is The Citi Strata Elite Card Worth The $595 Fee? 10 Reasons To Apply
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February Bilt Rent Day offers 125% up to Accor ( luxury hotels + backdoor into many airlines ) and use Bilt Cash
Don't forget today is double points day with Bilt Rewards Mastercard The post February Bilt Rent Day offers 125% up to Accor ( luxury hotels + backdoor into many airlines ) and use Bilt Cash appeared first on Monkey Miles.
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NEEDS ADDIITONAL IMAGES AND VIDEOS: SK815 Oslo Airport to London Heathrow (Economy Class)
SK815 Oslo Gardermoen Airport to London Heathrow Terminal 2 (Economy Class) Growing  Old in Style Time to cross the 200ish-mile stretch between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in a full-service airline. But does that full service mean  I get an unwanted surprise at Changi?    In this mammoth trip report (note,...
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Bilt Cash: Couponization to the Max | Coffee Break Ep90 | 1-27-26
With Bilt 2.0, Bilt introduced a complicated new rewards currency called “Bilt Cash”. We’re going to try to dissect that today. CB: Bilt Cash: Couponization to the Max Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to...
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TRIP REPORT: The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) – Growing Old in Style
The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) Growing Old in Style It’s time to head to one of my favourite hotels in the world, which is just classical in so many ways and able to hit the right service notes.  A shame the owners have switched flags on it now…  In this...
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This Newly Banned Item Could Now Get Travelers in Serious Trouble
Obviously, when someone travels from one country to another, there will be different laws to deal with. What’s perfectly fine in one country might be straight up illegal in another,…
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Delta Was Not Done After This Month’s Boeing Order — Now It’s Buying Airbus A330s And A350s Too
Delta’s widebody buying spree didn’t end with its recent Boeing 787-10 order. The airline has now signed for 16 Airbus A330-900s and 15 Airbus A350-900s (with options for more), with deliveries beginning in 2029—giving Delta earlier lift than the 787s and adding longer-range capability for future international growth.
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Best Western promo: Earn 2,600 bonus points per stay
Best Western is running a new promotion that’s awarding 2,600 bonus points per stay through May 10. You only have until February 1 to make your reservations though. The Deal Earn 2,600 bonus points on Best Western stays. Direct link to registration. Key Terms Best Western Rewards (“BWR”) members (“Rewards...
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Japan Airlines Premium Economy: A350-1000 vs 777/787
Both seats do the job in providing generous space and offer a more elevated experience over Economy. The post Japan Airlines Premium Economy: A350-1000 vs 777/787 first appeared on Altitude Yes.
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Considering Flying Blue Elite Status via Credit Card Spend? Buckle Up.
A credit card refresh has made Flying Blue elite status slightly easier to reach, but the path there remains a treacherous one. The post Considering Flying Blue Elite Status via Credit Card Spend? Buckle Up. appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Flight Attendants Are Sleeping On Airport Floors — American Airlines Has Lost Track Of Crews While They Cancel Nearly 10,000 Flights
American’s winter-storm disruption has turned into something worse than weather: nearly 10,000 cancellations and reports that the airline has effectively lost track of crews, leaving flights short of pilots or flight attendants even when aircraft are ready to go. As scheduling and hotel support break down, flight attendants describe being...
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Buy Wyndham Rewards Points With 80% Bonus (0.72 Cents Each): Worth It?
Wyndham Rewards has launched its latest promotion on purchased points. It’s among the better offers that we’ve seen from the program (though not the best). Still, I’d only make a purchase with a specific use in mind, since Wyndham Rewards points have become less valuable over time.
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Why a Consolidated Rental Car Facility Was Never the Right Fit for MCO — And Why Scrapping It Makes Sense
For the past couple of years, Orlando International Airport (MCO) flirted with a big, familiar airport idea: build a single, consolidated rental car facility that would serve Terminals A, B,…
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Air Tahiti Nui and Air Tahiti Launch Codeshare Partnership to Help Get Travelers to Their Bucket-List Destinations
tl;dr – tbh, this feels long overdue. ​Two of Polynesia’s key carriers have recently entered into a partnership,… The post Air Tahiti Nui and Air Tahiti Launch Codeshare Partnership to Help Get Travelers to Their Bucket-List Destinations appeared first on You Are Travel.
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Uber: How to earn Avios, Aeroplan points, Flying Blue miles, & more on rides internationally
When taking Uber rides in the US or ordering through Uber Eats, you can choose to be rewarded with Delta SkyMiles or Marriott Bonvoy by linking your account with one or the other loyalty programs. Those rewards aren’t earned when taking rides outside of the US, but it’s sometimes still...
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Earn 2,600 bonus points per stay at Best Western Hotels (Stack with the $50 gift card offer!)
Best Western Rewards has sent out an offer to select members to earn 2,600 bonus points per stay in Canada, the U.S., and Caribbean Islands until May 10, 2026. This isanother one of their amazing bonus points offer that they use to boost bookings during the transition of their primary...
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$50 New Member Referral Bonus With Rakuten
This is your chance to cash in on a $50 new member referral bonus when you sign up as a new member of Rakuten; and you will receive a bonus of $50.00 via referral when you spend a minimum of $50.00 within the first 90 days of your new membership, which is...
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Review: Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei (TPE – Terminal 1)
Starlux offers a cozy but comfortable lounge in Terminal 1 of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), with an a la carte menu and buffet. Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei Terminal 1 Review (TPE) After checking in for my Starlux flight, I checked out the Starlux Galactic Lounge in Terminal 1....
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Crew Says Flight Attendants Ordered To Clear Toilets By Hand After Mid-Flight Failure To Avoid Diversion On LA–Manila Flight
Philippine Airlines flight PR113 from Los Angeles to Manila faced a mid-Pacific lavatory failure—and while the airline says it prepared for a possible diversion to Guam, crew onboard tells a different story. Flight attendants reportedly were instructed to manually handle human waste, disposing of it by hand, rather than divert...
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Mastering the 24-Hour Award-Swap: 2025 Tactics for Frequent Flyers
American Airlines is trimming free hold times on AAdvantage award tickets to just 24 hours, forcing travelers to act swiftly. Here’s how savvy frequent flyers can secure coveted redemptions in 2025.
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Back-to-School Airfare Dip 2025: Tracking August Shoulder Fares
August’s back-to-school season is shaping up to be an unexpected sweet spot for 2025 flight deals. Here’s how to use fare-predicting tools and Google Flights guarantees to land budget-friendly bookings.
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Score Elite Perks with a BOS-PVD Mileage Run on Victory Day 2025
Victory Day 2025 brings an ultra-cheap BOS-PVD route to help flyers top off elite credits. Find out how to leverage short flights for maximum rewards.
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Virtuoso Travel Week 2025: Luxury Insights and Amex FHR Perks
Top luxury travel pros from 100+ countries unite in Las Vegas from August 9–15 for networking, education, and insider intel. Frequent flyers can discover new event features and Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts benefits to elevate their next journey.
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Flying with Pets in 2025: Revised Rules for Frequent Flyers
Airlines worldwide have rolled out updated pet travel regulations in 2025, covering everything from in-cabin breed allowances to stricter paperwork. This guide compares fees, seat rules, and must-know tips for a smoother journey with your furry friend.
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Short-Haul Flight Deals: Beat 2025 Beach Traffic
Gridlocked highways can turn a beach weekend into a slog. These short-haul flight sweet spots help travelers skip I-95 traffic and maximize loyalty program mileage for a breezy getaway.
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Seaplane Sightseeing 2025: Redeem Kenmore & Alaska Miles for PNW Water Landings
Discover the Pacific Northwest’s stunning vistas from above with Kenmore Air’s seaplane tours. Frequent flyers can redeem or earn Alaska Miles while enjoying unforgettable water takeoffs and landings.
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Your End-of-Summer 2025 Refresher: Amex Airline-Fee Credits That Still Work
The Amex airline-fee credit can help offset annual fees on premium cards. Here’s how to unlock key reimbursements in 2025 while avoiding common pitfalls.