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Chase Sapphire Reserve®: New 150K Welcome Offer (End date confirmed)

Update 6/8/26: Last chance: This best-ever offer for the Chase Sapphire Reserve® will be ending at 9 AM EST on 6/15/2026. If you’re interested, act accordingly. ~~~ The Chase Sapphire Reserve® card now features an increased welcome offer of 150,000 Ultimate Rewards points after spending $6,000 on purchases within the...

The Bulkhead Seat

American Adds 9 Gates In Terminal C Expansion at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

American Airlines and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) have officially opened a brand-new…

View from the Wing

The World’s Longest Domestic Flights Are All U.S. Routes, Except For Four Wild Covid-Era Tahiti–Paris Nonstops

The longest domestic flights today are all U.S. routes to Hawaii, but during Covid Air Tahiti Nui briefly flew Tahiti–Paris nonstop as an even longer “domestic” oddity.

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RIYADH AIR: New aviation deal with Saudi Arabia puts passennger flight on Australia’s horizon

Saudi Arabia has signed a new aviation agreement with Australia, opening the way for direct flights into Avalon in Victoria and Toowoomba Wellcamp in Queensland. The first flights are likely to be freight, chilled meat, seafood and dairy and not business class suites. But this raises the possiblity that Riyadh...

One Mile at a Time

Air France’s Swift Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout: 60% Done, Fleetwide By End Of 2026

In September 2024, Air France announced plans to introduce free high speed Wi-Fi throughout its fleet, reinforcing its position as Europe’s most premium global airline (along with all of its other product investments).

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Hyatt Place Pasadena Hotel Review

If you're looking for a good Old Town Pasadena hotel - here is my Hyatt Place Pasadena hotel review, including info on wifi, breakfast, parking, rooms, amenities, cost and more

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Beloved Airport Employee Store Open To The Public Closes—Searches For A New Home

Most airport shops sell the same basic things: snacks, headphones, books, and last-minute souvenirs. This one was different—and that’s exactly why so many travelers are hoping it finds a way…

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TRIP REPORT: British Airways Galleries South Lounge, Terminal 5 – More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg

British Airways Galleries South Lounge (Heathrow Terminal 5) TRIP REPORT: More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg In this week of passenger experience fun: Back to Hamburg Again. And yes, keeping it simple To Heathrow Airport with FlixBus and Terminal 5 British Airways Galleries South, Terminal 5 BA964 London Heathrow to Hamburg...

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Wells Fargo changes: transfers to other users ending, points will no longer automatically be combined

Travel with Grant has reported today on some changes coming to the Wells Fargo rewards program. Grant noticed these changes announced in his most recent credit card statement. The most concerning among the updates is the fact that points will no longer automatically be combined between your own accounts, and...

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Accused Houston Airport Stowaway Claims He Was Duped By Fake Ticket Scam

A stowaway who allegedly evaded gate agents and snuck onboard a United Airlines flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Los Angeles last month is actually a victim, his attorney has claimed, saying the man was sold a fake ticket and had no idea his boarding pass wasn’t genuine....

One Mile at a Time

InKind Dining App Limited Time Referral Offer: Up To $75 In Total Value

I’ve written in the past about InKind, my favorite dining rewards app. InKind has just rolled out an improved refer a friend bonus, so this is a great time to refer family and friends.

Miles To Memories

Target Circle Deal Days: $100 Circle Card Bonus and More

Apply for a Target Circle Card between June 14-26 and, if approved, receive $100 in Target Circle Rewards. You also get 15% off your first purchase as a new Target Circle member.

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Earn 750 Bonus MileagePlus Miles by Shopping for Summer

Effective through Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn 750 bonus United Airlines MileagePlus miles — in addition to the standard MileagePlus miles earned — during the Summer Bonus Offer campaign at the MileagePlus Shopping portal by spending the following minimum amounts...

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Hilton Honors Updates Upgrades With New Elite Benefits and Guaranteed Suite Options

Hilton Honors is rolling out big changes to one of its most popular elite…

One Mile at a Time

Easy (Paid) GHA Discovery Titanium & Platinum Status Match: My Experience

GHA Discovery is a hotel loyalty program that flies under the radar, but really shouldn’t. It offers the ability to earn and redeem rewards, and take advantage of elite perks, at hundreds of properties around the globe, including some small, luxury hotel groups (like Capella Hotels & Resorts).

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American Airlines Pilot Trading Cards Are Finally Here. How To Get One On Your Next Flight

American Airlines pilot trading cards are now in circulation for the airline’s 100th anniversary, but not every pilot has them yet. Here’s the best way to ask.

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Marriott Bonvoy: 10,000 bonus points for stays at luxury hotels in Europe, the Middle East & Africa (June 8 Bonus Offer Highlight)

Today’s bonus offer highlight is from Marriott who are offering 10,000 bonus points for stays in premium rooms and suites at select luxury brands in Europe, the Middle East & Africa! Check out all of the new bonuses added today:

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Hilton’s First North Iceland Hotel Is a Year Late, But Finally Bookable

Last year, we wondered whether Hilton’s first hotel in North Iceland was anywhere close to opening. Now we finally have an answer: yes, but not quite on the original schedule.…

Miles To Memories

Choice Hotels Goes All Hyatt On Japan & It Is Not Pretty

Choice Privileges has increased the number of points required for award stays at several hotels in Japan, with some properties seeing rates jump by as much as 200%.

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Best Travel Rewards Cards For Earning Transferable Points That Avoid Premium Annual Fees

The best $95 travel rewards cards can still earn valuable transferable points, with strong bonuses for travel, dining, groceries, rent, and business spending. You don't have to spend $395, $795 or $895 to earn valuable rewards.

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Philippine Airlines joining Oneworld Alliance in 2027

Over the weekend, it was announced that Philippine Airlines is joining the Oneworld Alliance in 2027. That’s great news for those with Oneworld miles as it gives Oneworld far better coverage within Southeast Asia. While we don’t know yet know what to expect in terms of award availability, this should...

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Are Delta Credit Cards Worth It? Here’s How I’d Choose

Delta’s suite of co-branded Amex cards — and for that matter, the SkyMiles program at large — can be rather polarizing. The cards are incredibly popular with consumers. That’s because people mostly enjoy flying Delta, even if the SkyMiles program doesn’t offer much in the way of outsized value for...

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Earn 15,000 Bilt Points with New SoFi Invest Account

Rakuten has has increased its offer for SoFi Active Invest. You can now earn a bonus of 15,000 Amex or Bilt Points when you open a new account and deposit at least $100 or more.

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Kickstarter: XGIMI TITAN 4K RGB Laser Projector (over $17M backed – Back By Tuesday)

The XGIMI TITAN is a Dual Iris 4K RGB Laser Projector with 10,000:1 Native Contrast, 7000 ISO Lumens, anti-RBE technology and more. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...

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