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Star Alliance Airport Lounge Access Explained: Who Gets Entry?
One of the great things about the big three global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the Star Alliances lounge access policy for travelers, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be...
One Mile at a Time
Star Alliance Airport Lounge Access Explained: Who Gets Entry?
One of the great things about the ”big three” global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the Star Alliance’s lounge access policy for travelers, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be...
Frequent Miler
American AAdvantage miles can now be used to book Aer Lingus awards
Aer Lingus is a bit of a strange airline. It’s part of the Avios group of currencies, but it is the only major airline (sorry, Loganair) among them that isn’t a part of the oneworld alliance. It’s a partner of oneworld members Alaska and American, but also JetBlue and Star...
View from the Wing
Airport Plastered Itself With “Call To Advertise Here” Ads — But Used The Wrong Number And Some Guy’s Phone Won’t Stop Ringing [Roundup]
A major airport covered itself in “call to advertise here” ads—then apparently posted the wrong phone number, sending a steady stream of calls to a random guy who has no idea what’s going on. Plus: Capital One buying Brex, Heathrow ending the liquids rule, Southwest’s “coffee surprise,” Admirals Club Provisions...
One Mile at a Time
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Review: Great Benefits, Low Fee
Link: Learn more about the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
{Tech} for Travel
Wearable upgrade Aivela Ring Pro launches with 8 touch and 6 air gestures
CES 2026 News: Aivela Ring Pro pairs touch and gesture control with 13+ health metrics, a 7-day battery, IP68 rating, and no subscription fees for 24/7 wear. The post Wearable upgrade Aivela Ring Pro launches with 8 touch and 6 air gestures appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Miles To Memories
Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards
Chase and Visa are teaming up to give Sapphire Reserve cardmembers the option to grab FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. The post Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Bilt Blue Looks Basic — But No Other No Annual Fee Card Can Earn 2.3 Transferable Points Per Dollar
Bilt Blue looks like a plain no annual fee card, but the Bilt Cash mechanic changes the math. If you convert the 4% Bilt Cash into points via rent/mortgage-linked redemptions, you can get to about 2.3 transferable points per dollar on everyday spend—up to a monthly cap tied to your...
The Bulkhead Seat
The Wall Street Journal Says That Southwest and Allegiant Are the Best US Airlines
The Wall Street Journal has released its latest ranking of the best and worst… The post The Wall Street Journal Says That Southwest and Allegiant Are the Best US Airlines appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Amazon Settlement: $1.5 Billion in Refunds for Prime Members—Check Your Eligibility for $51 Payout
As part of this agreement, $1.5 billion has been allocated for customer refunds, while the remaining $1 billion will cover civil penalties. The post Amazon Settlement: $1.5 Billion in Refunds for Prime Members—Check Your Eligibility for $51 Payout appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Fun Frequent Flyer Program Names, From Sir Turtle To Platinum Hawk
There are the best frequent flyer programs, and then there are the frequent flyer programs with the best names. This post is about the latter, and yes, the two do seem to be mutually exclusive.
Frequent Miler
Find Preferred Hotels bookable with points (updated interactive map)
Many Preferred Hotels, but not all, can be booked with points. Of those, some can be booked using Preferred Hotels’ own I Prefer points, some can be booked using Choice points, and some can be booked using both. If you have a Citi Strata Premier card, Citi Strata Elite card,...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Aeroplan miles with a 30% discount? (Deal Ends Saturday)
I used Air Canada Aeroplan miles for an epic RTW trip. Aeroplan miles are on sale now, and you can buy them with a big discount for a limited ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Change — Here’s My Theory
United Airlines continues to hint that a major MileagePlus announcement is on the way, though the specifics of the announcement remain closely guarded. Even so, I have a theory. United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Loyalty Announcement For months, United Airlines has teased that a big change is coming to MileagePlus...
Miles To Memories
Delta Expanding Several Sky Club Locations and New Lounge Coming to Las Vegas
If you’ve ever felt the squeeze at the Philadelphia or Atlanta Delta clubs, there is some much-needed relief on the way. There's also a new lounge opening in Las Vegas in 2029 and expansions at JAX and TPA. The post Delta Expanding Several Sky Club Locations and New Lounge Coming to Las...
Your Mileage May Vary
Credit Card Review: Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi — Who Should Get It
The credit cards I typically review focus on earning airline miles, hotel points, or transferable points like Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, or AMEX Membership Rewards. However, there’s another…
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Exploring more of Kuala Lumpur in the Dry, Wet and Nighttime – Growing Old in Style
Exploring more of Kuala Lumpur in the Dry, Wet and Nighttime Growing Old with In Style Time to do some on-foot exploring around Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy watching me getting soaked in the process…  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to...
View from the Wing
Wheelchair Requests Are Becoming An Airport Hack — On Some Long-Haul Flights, 30% Of Passengers Use Them To Board First
Wheelchair assistance is increasingly being used as an airport “hack”: it can mean skipping long walks, cutting security lines, and boarding early—often with an entire family in tow. On some long-haul flights, as many as 30% of passengers now request wheelchairs, and the result is predictable: real disabled travelers get...
Frequent Miler
Alaska / Atmos again allowing multi-city companion fare bookings
Alaska’s companion fare has been at least partially untanked. The airline offers a “famous” companion fare with both the Atmos Ascent and Business credit cards, which allows a companion to travel for $99 + taxes (totaling ~$121). It’s valid on any North American economy fare class on Hawaiian or Alaska,...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
January 23 Bonus Offer Highlight: Preferred Hotel Group I Prefer – Earn 2x points on stays around the world
Today's bonus offer highlight is the first global bonus of 2026 from Preferred Hotels Group who are offering 2x points on stays at participating properties worldwide! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post January 23 Bonus Offer Highlight: Preferred Hotel Group I Prefer – Earn 2x points...
PointsMath
Discounted Award Flights Promotions
Few airlines in the world offer discounted award flights, giving you more value out of the air miles of these airlines. However, these discounted award flights are available for a limited period and come with certain restrictions. You can use these promotions for booking an award flight for fewer miles....
Points Miles and Bling
Every Statement Credit on the Amex Business Platinum (Canada), Explained
Upon first glance, the Business Platinum Card from American Express has a high annual fee. However, there are many tangible… The post Every Statement Credit on the Amex Business Platinum (Canada), Explained appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
One Mile at a Time
Heathrow Airport Security Fully Scraps 100ml Liquids Rule, Setting New Record
”Exciting” and ”Heathrow” rarely go in the same sentence, but the airport has today announced a milestone that passengers will no doubt appreciate.
Live and Let’s Fly
American A321XLR Business Class Has A Privacy Problem…I Found Out The Hard Way
My seatmate on recent American Airlines A321XLR transcontinental flight was busy doing something under his blanket and thanks to this unique aircraft and cabin, I could not help but to watch… What Was My Seatmate Doing Under His Blanket On This American Airlines Flight? Midway through my American Airlines flight...

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