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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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Flying Blue Promo Rewards: January 2026
Air France and KLM have released the list of more than thirty Flying Blue Promo Rewards for the month of January 2026. The post Flying Blue Promo Rewards: January 2026 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Amex Platinum’s “Hidden” Luxury Hotel Benefit (And How to Activate It)
For most people, the American Express Platinum Card’s “headline” perks are the obvious ones: airport lounge access, credits, and the Fine Hotels + Resorts (FH&R) program. But one of the…
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Get two years of Hilton Gold or Diamond with elite status match
Hilton has again updated its elite status match challenge: those who sign up for the challenge now and complete the requirements within 90 days can keep the status for just over two years. In order to participate in the challenge, you will need to not currently have either Gold or...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge Philadelphia Airport (PHL)
At the tail end ofour Good Morning Milan, Goodnight Moon trip, I was excited to fly out of Philadelphia Airport (PHL), and check out a couple of lounges that have been on my radar. In this installment, I’ll be reviewing the Chase Sapphire Lounge, and in the next installment, I’ll...
Miles To Memories
Earn $110 with New SoFi Active Invest Account
Rakuten has has increased its offer for SoFi Active Invest. You can now earn a bonus of $100 when you open a new account and deposit at least $100 or more. The post Earn $110 with New SoFi Active Invest Account appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Vehicle Registration Codes By Country: Interactive Chart and Answers.
While traveling, you might have noticed a white oval sticker adhered to the back of a vehicle with one black letter, two black letters, or even three black letters — especially when renting a car — which are the vehicle registration codes by country and are also usually found on...
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KLM Cancels 600 Flights Wednesday as Weather Crisis Moves Into Sixth Day
KLM has cancelled more than 600 flights for Wednesday as weather and de-icing delays grind operations to a halt. The post KLM Cancels 600 Flights Wednesday as Weather Crisis Moves Into Sixth Day appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Plastiq Guide: Pay Bills via Credit Card
Plastiq is an online bill payment service that lets you pay almost all of your bills by credit card. This can be a good way to reach spend targets for new credit card welcome offers. Unlike a few similar services, Plastiq is not limited to billers in their database, but...
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Hilton Dumps Hampton Inn After ICE Booking Controversy Turns Into PR Disaster
Hilton did what big brands pragmatically do when a franchise turns into a political firestorm: it cut ties. Hilton Cuts Ties With Hampton Inn After ICE Booking Controversy Spirals Earlier today, I shared that a Hampton Inn in Lakeville, Minnesota, is no longer part of Hilton’s system after a messy...
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McDonald’s Isn’t Much Of A Food Strategy — But It’s The Most Reliable Restroom Stop When You’re Abroad
Most travelers don’t seek out McDonald’s abroad for the food. The real value is that it’s a predictable place to stop, walk in unnoticed, and use a clean restroom—something you can’t always count on in parts of Asia, Africa, or even busy tourist districts. Menus change country to country, but...
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Delta Quietly Banned These Popular In-Flight Comfort Items
Every so often, airlines “update” their rules. If the change can be spun as a win for passengers—even marginally—they’ll trumpet it like it’s the invention of flight itself. Southwest provided…
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Looking Back: My Top Posts of 2025
Now that the calendar has flipped to 2026, and as I approach my 1-year anniversary on BoardingArea, I… The post Looking Back: My Top Posts of 2025 appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
Miles To Memories
Capital One Offers $1,500 Bonus and 3.40% APY for Savings Account
Capital One is offering a bonus of up to $1,500 for its 360 Performance Savings account. This account now earns a 3.40% APY. The post Capital One Offers $1,500 Bonus and 3.40% APY for Savings Account appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Join Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards & get $25 or $50 off your next flight
Alaska Airlines is offering an incentive for people to join its Atmos Rewards loyalty program. If you join before the end of the year, you’ll receive a discount code giving $25 or $50 (depending on which state you live in) off your next flight provided you book within 28 days...
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Alaska Adds Seven Routes From Anchorage And Portland
Alaska’s global push is real, but it’s still feeding the home hubs. Seven new routes from Anchorage and Portland launch March and June 2026.  Alaska Airlines has spent the last year talking like a carrier with bigger ambitions. International flying is coming. The Hawaiian acquisition is reshaping the map. The...
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Save $75 on AT&T Fiber Bill with New Chase Offer
Chase and several other banks such as US Bank, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Regions Bank and more, have a new offer that can save you $50 on AT&T Fiber payments. The post Save $75 on AT&T Fiber Bill with New Chase Offer appeared first on Miles to Memories.
{Tech} for Travel
Better travel photography as ShiftCam S.Mount Camera Case for Android launches
CES 2026 News: ShiftCam S.Mount Camera Case for Android adds quick lens changes via S.Mount and enhanced magnetic strength, with Samsung and Xiaomi shipping and Pixel on pre-order. The post Better travel photography as ShiftCam S.Mount Camera Case for Android launches appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
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Radisson Discounted Stay Promotion: Up to 35% Off
Radisson Hotels is a widely available hotel chain. You will find Radisson properties in most places you travel. Some Radisson brands are worth the cash price, but Radisson points usually do not offer substantial value. That said, cash bookings can make sense during discount promotions like this one. Radisson is...
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Ask Us Anything Live: Wednesday, January 7 at 9pm ET
Every month, the Frequent Miler team takes your questions live on YouTube. View on YouTube here We normally hold Ask Us Anything at 9pm on the first Wednesday of the month. That means that our next Ask Us Anything session will therefore be live at 9pm Eastern Time on Wednesday,...
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My 2026 Elite Status Plans: To Chase Loyalty or Just Chill?
tl;dr – Where I plan to chase status in 2026. It’s the official ‘back to it’ week of… The post My 2026 Elite Status Plans: To Chase Loyalty or Just Chill? appeared first on You Are Travel.
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I Edited a Hotel Location on Google Maps – It’s Been Viewed 3,000,000 Times
I made an edit to a hotel location a few years ago which has now been viewed 3,000,000 times. Here's the hilarious story as to how Google led me astray
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United Global Services Member Throws Fit After Family Boards Before Him
Flying in first class does not guarantee class, and holding elite airline status often seems to confer a sense of self-importance rather than actual importance. A recent United Airlines boarding incident illustrates that point perfectly. United Global Services Member Demands To Board Before Family, Causes Scene At Gate A wild...
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Hilton Cuts Ties With Hampton Inn That Refused To House ICE Agents
Yesterday, I wrote about how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) put Hilton on blast, after at least one Hampton Inn in Minneapolis refused to house Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The hotel reached out to ICE agents with bookings and told them they weren’t welcome at the hotel.
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2025 Flight Recap: How Our Airline Mix Changed This Year
2025 was an eventful year for us — and it’s the kind of year where the travel numbers don’t tell the full story without a little context. In 2024, we…
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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.