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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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Buy Wyndham Rewards points for as low as 0.72 cents per point
Wyndham Rewards is once again running a sale on their points, this time offering an up to 80% bonus which drops the price as low as 0.72 cents per point. The Deal Get a bonus of up to 80% when buying 3,000+ Wyndham Rewards points. Direct link to offer Key...
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Aer Lingus Officially Cancels Manchester Transatlantic Flights, Blames Employees
A few weeks ago, I covered how Aer Lingus announced that it might end transatlantic flying out of the United Kingdom, which was an unusual announcement (airlines usually announce what they’re going to do, not what they might do). Well, there’s now an update, and the decision has been finalized,...
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Is American Airlines Preparing to Oust CEO Robert Isom Once The DCA Crash Anniversary Has Passed?
There are mounting calls for Robert Isom, the beleaguered chief executive of American Airlines, to be shown the door as the Fort Worth-based carrier continues to fall further behind Delta and United. Yesterday, American Airlines announced that its profits for 2025 had plummeted 87% on the year before, and the...
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Lawsuit Filed Over Missing Rewards for Capital One Offers
Capital One is facing a new lawsuit which accuses the company of withholding promised cashback rewards.  The post Lawsuit Filed Over Missing Rewards for Capital One Offers appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Best of Las Vegas Winners, MGM Goes Solar, $1 Blackjack Returns & Fontainebleau Loop!
Best of Las Vegas winners, Delta goes big in Vegas, Fontainebleau Loop, MGM goes solar & $1 blackjack returns! The post Best of Las Vegas Winners, MGM Goes Solar, $1 Blackjack Returns & Fontainebleau Loop! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Apartment Collection by Hilton: Brand Number 26 For Hilton
Apartment Collection by Hilton became brand number 26 in the portfolio of Hilton as it is a new lodging category that is designed to offer travelers unique spacious furnished apartments with the trusted hospitality and reliability for which Hilton is known. A range of apartments from... The post Apartment Collection by Hilton:...
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AI training Amazfit Active Max brings Zepp Coach to workouts
CES 2026 News: Amazfit Active Max launches with 5 ATM water rating, mic and speaker, Bluetooth and BLE 5.3, plus 4 GB storage for offline music and podcasts. The post AI training Amazfit Active Max brings Zepp Coach to workouts appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
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Sleeping On Planes: Marco Rubio Hides Under A Blanket On Air Force One So Trump Won’t Think He’s “Weak” [Roundup]
Marco Rubio reportedly covers his head with a blanket on Air Force One so Trump won’t think his secretary of state is “weak” for sleeping on long trips. Also: Hyatt adds 22 Bahia Principe all-inclusives to World of Hyatt, Bilt begins fixing new-card denials and low credit lines, airline power...
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How I Accidentally Saved Points on a Marriott Stay
If you’ve been in the points-and-miles world for any length of time, you already know the game: the goal isn’t just to earn points — it’s to spend fewer of…
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Chase Sapphire Preferred: Earn 75,000 Points Bonus and $150 Travel Credit [Targeted]
Select Chase customers are seeing an improved offer for the Sapphire Preferred credit card which gets you an extra $150 credit. The post Chase Sapphire Preferred: Earn 75,000 Points Bonus and $150 Travel Credit [Targeted] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Some Bilt cards don’t have the features Bilt said they did
Bilt’s rollout of its 2.0 credit cards has gone about as smoothly as a five mile drive over continuous rumble strips which Tim succinctly summed up here, I covered here, and Nick covered here. I’m afraid it turns out that there’s a teensy bit more to add. When they launched...
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Discover Airlines Unveils New Airbus A330 Cabins, Updated Business Class
Discover Airlines is Lufthansa’s leisure subsidiary that’s primarily focused on long haul flights. We’ve known that the airline plans to grow its fleet of Airbus A330s, and also intends to take delivery of some Airbus A350s as of 2027 (which are ex-Philippine Airlines A350s).
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Save 32% on Alaska Airlines Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul
Alaska Airlines has launched a sale for paid fares from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul. You need to book today for travel between March 18 and May 12, 2026. The post Save 32% on Alaska Airlines Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Buy Hilton Points For 0.5 Cents Each
Hilton has returned with a new sale offering members an up to 100% bonus when purchasing Hilton Honors points. That means you can buy Hilton Honors points for 0.5 cents per point (cpp) with this sale. Note that the 100% bonus is sometimes targeted, so it’s possible that you’ll see...
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Passengers On Eurowings Flights From Dubai Are Enduring Agonisingly Long Flights Due To Airspace Restrictions
Passengers flying on the low-cost airline Eurowings between Dubai and Berlin and Stuttgart could be in for a nasty surprise in the coming weeks, as airspace restrictions on these routes are making the experience pretty challenging. How challenging? Well, in some cases, the flight is taking just an extra hour...
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American Airlines Flight Attendants Revolt, Say “Leadership Is The Problem”
The turbulence at American Airlines is not just operational or financial, it is internal. A scathing letter from the union representing  flight attendants exposes a deep credibility problem that AA’s currently leadership likely will not be able to overcome. American Flight Attendants Demand Management Change As Competitors Surge Ahead Days...
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Southwest’s New Boarding System Debuted — It Didn’t Go Well
After months of announcements followed by weeks of reminders, Southwest Airlines’ new seating program finally went into effect yesterday. The airline had utilized a “quirky but effective” system of open…
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Aer Lingus to shutter its Manchester base
It has been rumoured for weeks now, but it seems that Aer Lingus is to suspend its UK operation that is based in Manchester. Aer Lingus’ Manchester transatlantic will wind down operations as of 31st March 2026. The Manchester -New York operations will cease earlier, on 23rd February 2026. The airline...
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22 Bahia Principe Resorts Joining World of Hyatt
Starting March 24, 2026, 22 Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts across Mexico, Jamaica, Spain, and the Dominican Republic will fully integrate into the World of Hyatt program. The post 22 Bahia Principe Resorts Joining World of Hyatt appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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I Flew Southwest On Day One Of Assigned Seating — The Boarding Was A Mess And Bin Space Was Chaos
I didn’t plan to be a guinea pig for Southwest’s first day of assigned seating, but after American’s storm cancellations and operational meltdown I rebooked—and got a front-row seat to the new boarding reality. Seats may now be assigned, but the gate process still forces early queuing while carry-on bin...
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Save 20% with Marriott Bonvoy Escapes
Marriott launches a “Marriott Bonvoy Escapes” promotion every other Wednesday, bookable through Sunday, with which you can save 20% at select hotels & resorts. Current Marriott Bonvoy Escapes Promotion Marriott Bonvoy Escapes is a bi-weekly discounted stay promotion from Marriott: Terms & Conditions. Does Marriott Bonvoy Escapes works Marriott Bonvoy...
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Bahrain-Based Gulf Air Rolling Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi Fleetwide
In recent times, weve seen many airlines announce plans to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi. Another airline has just revealed plans to roll out this service, and it makes perfect sense when you consider who the CEO is…
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American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern
American Airlines is in a full blown meltdown as planes and crews have been stranded across the country due to winter weather. The post American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Preferred Hotels promo: Earn double points on 2+ night stays in March & April
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is offering double I Prefer points when registering for their latest promotion which is valid for stays of two or more nights in March and April. The Deal Earn double I Prefer points on 2+ night stays at Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties. Direct link to...
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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.