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WESTERN SYDNEY AIRPORT: Singapore Airlines flights now bookable as airports first major international carrier
Singapore Airlines will begin daily flights on an Airbus A350-900 from Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) from 23 November 2026, marking the airport’s first long-haul international service. Tickets for this service are available to book from this afternoon, Wednesday, 25 March 2026. Western Sydney International (WSI) is courting a number...
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QANTAS: new Classic Reward tool makes search easier. Doesn’t solve premium seat availability
Finding a Classic Reward seat redemption has always been a bit of a nightmare. It’s why third parties have been able to earn money doing it for you. This new tool from Qantas does make the task easier and more efficient, but it doesn’t resolve the root issue, which is...
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The Gulf in Crisis: What Every Traveller Needs to Know Now
On 1 March, I shared a post called “Flying via the Middle East right now.” At that time, we were dealing with sudden airspace closures, missile threats, flight suspensions, and travelers stuck in airport terminals. Since then, things have only become more complicated and difficult as the conflict has worsened....
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #8: Fiji Airways adds Gold Coast flights
You will soon be able to fly direct from the Gold Coast to Fiji. That’s one holiday destination to another. But, the upside is that it may offer an interesting route to the US. From 11 June 2026, Gold Coast travellers can fly direct to Nadi three times weekly, connecting...
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Chase Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card – 3 Reasons It’s One Of The Best!
The Chase Ink Business Preferred is an incredible card with a sign up bonus easily worth over $1,000. And now it is even easier to get, because Chase has ...
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United Explorer Card Review – New Higher Offer
The welcome offer on the Chase United Explorer card is at a higher than average level. Check it out if you're looking for United miles for an upcoming trip or ...
The Alviator
Air Peace Seems Like A Hot, AvGeek-y Mess…
I walked past an Air Peace check-in desk today. I'm so intrigued, partially because of how operationally fragmented they are.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Watch Out for Improper Crediting of Hilton Honors Points When Staying at These Hotel Properties
Watch out for improper crediting of Hilton Honors points when staying at these hotel properties when using the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, as you will be credited with only triple points instead of 14 times the points you would normally earn. I stayed at...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: United Airlines New “Elevated” Boeing 787-9
During a hangar event at LAX, United unveiled its new “Elevated” Boeing 787-9. The new “Elevated” 787-9 configuration…
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Get $100 statement credit with targeted Costco credit card welcome offer
The Costco Anywhere Visa is a card that doesn’t get much attention, with one of the key reasons being that it rarely offers a welcome offer for new applicants. While the public welcome offer still doesn’t currently provide any kind of bonus, some Costco members are being targeted with an...
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Coming Soon: United Relax Row – Economy Seats That Convert to a Couch
United Airlines has announced a new seating concept for long-haul economy travel, called the United Relax Row, positioned between standard…
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First look: United’s new Polaris suite on the A321XLR and Coastliner
United Airlines just introduced an all-new Polaris seat for single-aisle planes. The new seat, which will be installed…
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Citi devalues hotel transfers | Coffee Break Ep98 | 3-24-26
For many years, Chase (and later Bilt) was the only transferable points program with valuable hotel options. Namely: Hyatt. But Citi changed that with Choice and I Prefer, offering high transfer rates that made these transfers worthwhile. Unfortunately, those transfer rates are going to change. Citi devalues hotel transfers Watch...
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United Launches Historic Fleet Expansion, Continues Bets on Premium Resiliance
Scott Kirby's bets on premium remain key for the carrier's future ambitions, as some analysts question the strength of premium demand during times of geopolitical crisis. The post United Launches Historic Fleet Expansion, Continues Bets on Premium Resiliance first appeared on Altitude Yes.
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The Media is Desperate to Tell You Who is to Blame For the Fatal Air Canada Express Crash at LaGuardia… They Don’t Know
In the aftermath of the horrific fatal crash involving an Air Canada Express regional jet with an airport fire truck at LaGuardia International Airport late on Sunday night, the media have been ruthlessly quick to dissect the little amount of information available and come to a conclusion as to what...
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Europeans Share The Biggest Mistakes Tourists Make When Visiting Europe
Visiting Europe? Locals say there are a few common mistakes tourists make—and some of them can cost you money or worse. If you’ve traveled internationally, you already know every country…
From The Tray Table
United debuts Relax Row, a couch-style bed in economy
United Airlines just surprised us all with the introduction of Relax Row. This is essentially a new section…
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MastercardGiftCard.com promo: Save 100% on purchase fees with promo code EASTER26
MastercardGiftCard.com has another sale on Mastercard gift cards, giving a 100% discount on purchase fees of $50+ gift cards when using promo code EASTER26. The Deal Save 100% on purchase fees when buying $50+ Mastercard gift cards from MastercardGiftCard.com and using promo code EASTER26. Direct link to offer. Key Terms...
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TSA Meltdowns Expands, St Paddy’s Day in Dublin, The Pains of Ryanair & Turkish Broke My Tooth!
TSA continues its meltdown, Mark broke a tooth on Turkish, Business class to Dublin and Poland plus is St. Patrick's day in Ireland worth it?
View from the Wing
As Airport Security Waits Spiral, One Man Started A Line-Sitting Business — $600 To $1,200 To Skip The Wait
As long airport security lines continue to frustrate travelers, one man has turned the chaos into a business by standing in line for you and selling the spot. His asking price runs from $600 to $1,200, essentially creating a black-market version of paid airport fast-track services.
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Earn 3,000 bonus Asia Miles when you join Cathay and take your first Cathay Pacific flight
Planning to fly on Cathay Pacific by the end of August and want to start your miles journey with their Cathay program? Then this offer is for you! If you have never been a Cathay (nee Asia Miles) member you can join and earn this bonus on your first flight!...
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Is It Possible To Visit Los Angeles Without a Car?
I have an upcoming trip to the Greater Los Angeles area and am trying to figure out if it is possible to visit Los Angeles without a car? Or do I need to ...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Marks 100 Years With Centennial Amenity Kits and Premium Pajamas
American Airlines is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a sweeping refresh of its premium…
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This is How Long the Lines at MSY Are
tl;dr – You might as well throw one back. In a world full of ‘AI-slop’, we can still…
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Why Your Streaming Purchase Didn’t Earn The Bonus Points You Expected
You’d think a “streaming” bonus category would be pretty straightforward. Subscribe to a streaming service, pay the bill, earn bonus points. Done. Except that’s not how it always works. I…
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Southwest Adds Another International Partner in All Nippon Airways (ANA)
​tl;dr – ANA is Southwest’s seventh international partner. ​Southwest quietly added Japan’s All Nippon Airways as its seventh…
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Get thousands of free Alaska Atmos Rewards points if you live within 75 miles of San Diego
Alaska Airlines is partnering with San Diego FC and San Diego Wave FC (the men’s and women’s teams respectively) and offering free bonus points for residents in the local area. For this season, those live in – or within 75 miles of – San Diego will receive 100 bonus Atmos...
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United Airlines is Finally Making Long-Haul Economy Travel More Comfortable: Check This Out
United Airlines has just become one the rarest things in the aviation industry – A company that this trying to make the long-haul Economy Class experience more comfortable. No, for real! On Tuesday, the Chicago-based carrier made a slew of announcements about its future onboard experience but while we knew...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 22 March, 2026
I’ve been enjoying my week back in Sydney. I’ll soon be winging my way to Europe for a few weeks.  I’m set to experience some new destinations and a new airline. I hope to have some interesting blog posts for you along the way. What happened last week? Two more...
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EMIRATES ETIHAD QATAR: Extend status for loyal members
The big three Gulf carriers, that’s Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways, have begun rolling out status protection measures for their loyalty members. They are aknowledging current reality that disrupted travel means fewer flights, and fewer flights mean it’s harder to retain status. Background The disruption caused by the war...
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QANTAS: To review airfares every fortnight during Middle East war. Other airlines introduce fuel surcharges.
Qantas says it will review international airfares every two weeks, as soaring fuel costs and a rapidly shifting global aviation map make even short-term pricing forecasts difficult. It’s not alone, airlines across Australia, Europe and Asia are now raising fares, adjusting schedules and warning of more changes to come. Background...
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The Garden Route: Africa’s Edge
In high school, I attended a talk by a South African exchange student. Two things stayed with me: his description of apartheid in its final years, and his description of the Garden Route. I knew I had to visit. This route traces the edge of Africa, where the continent ends...
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DELTA AIR LINES: Sydney bound flight hit with extreme turbulence. Passengers hospitalised
Just breaking: Some people have sustained injuries on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to Sydney. The flight experienced extreme turbulence during the flight this morning. Emergency services attended Sydney Airport prior to the flight landing. Radio station 2GB reported that the plane was struck by intense turbulence. This resulted...
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QANTAS: Jestar flyers dumped from lounge acccess. No more lounge pass trading.
In two major rule changes from July 1, 2026, Qantas will reshape how travellers use lounge invitations and who gets through the door in the first place. This is going to be big for those sensible flyers who booked Jetstar fares direct and used Qantas lounges, or those who sold...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #10: British Airways returns to Melbourne
British Airways is heading back to Melbourne for the first time in two decades, and the timing doesn’t look accidental. As conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors, the UK flag carrier is launching daily flights between London Heathrow and Melbourne via...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #7: Air New Zealand from Brisbane with new Business Class
With Australians being loyal to airlines based in the great southern lands, its cousins over the Tasman are often overlooked. Now, sometimes that ignorance is legitimate; they did have a very inferior Business Class cabin, or their fares always seemed pitched above those of Australian-based airlines. But now, Air NZ...