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HAWAIIAN AIRLINES: Joins OneWorld from 22 April, 2026
This is no surprise, given its amalgamation with Alaska Airlines. The integration has been gradual, so joining OneWorld represents yet another step. From April 22, 2026, Hawaiian Airlines will officially join the OneWorld alliance. For travellers, and especially Qantas Frequent Flyers and other OneWorld airline loyalty members, this opens the...
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LOYALTY: Will travellers pay the price for the crack down on card fees in Australia?
Australian travellers’ love affair with points-earning credit cards could be heading for turbulence, as the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) tightens the screws on card payment fees. On the surface, it sounds like good news: lower costs for merchants, potentially fewer surcharges at checkout, and a fairer payments system. But...
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Crystal Balling
If that disruption lasts six months, it becomes a cash-flow problem, not just a flight problem. If there is a ceasefire next week, the first impact on travel will be operational, not emotional: flights should start normalising, but passenger behaviour will lag behind. The Gulf aviation system is enormous —...
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HONG KONG: Transit just got riskier for Australian travellers
If Hong Kong has been your go-to transit hub for Asia or Europe, You need to know about some recent changes. Hong Kong’s National Security Law, and how it’s enforced, are raising fresh concerns for travellers, including Australians, even if you’re only transiting through the airport. New powers on electronic...
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Amex Expands Lounge Network In Boston, Charlotte And DFW — But Boston Won’t Open Until 2029
American Express is adding a new Centurion lounge in Boston, a Sidecar dining outpost in Charlotte, and a major expansion of its Centurion lounge at Dallas-Fort Worth. The catch is that Boston cardmembers will be waiting until 2029, years later than originally expected.
One Mile at a Time
Air France Has Become Europe’s Best, Most Premium Airline: Am I Wrong?
I often compare the ”big three” US carriers to one another in posts, as I find it interesting how the competitive dynamics have changed over time. In this post, I’d like to focus on Europe, and how I think one airline has really differentiated itself, at least when it comes...
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Hyatt Chase Offers: Save up 15% at Park Hyatt and Unbound Collection
There are at least two new Hyatt Chase Offers out that give 15% back on stays at Park Hyatt and The Unbound Collection. There are varying maximum cashback amounts, and these seem to be primarily targeted at World of Hyatt credit cards, allowing those targeted to stack credit card earnings...
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FAA Cuts SFO Capacity By 33% In Blow To United Airlines Hub
San Francisco International Airport is facing significant disruption right now, and the implications for United Airlines go beyond a few bad weeks of delays. SFO Runway Problems Could Force United Airlines To Rethink Its Hub SFO is dealing with two overlapping issues: a runway closure for construction and a new...
Plane ‘n Simple
Uber to Acquire Blacklane: A Major Move into Premium Airport Transfers
The aviation and travel loyalty world is all about seamless experiences, but ground transportation to and from the airport is often the weakest link in the journey. Today, Uber announced a major agreement to acquire the global chauffeur service leader, Blacklane, signaling a massive push into the luxury and executive...
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Ending Tonight: Earn 125,000 Miles With Just One Card Offer!
With these limited time offers, you can earn up to 125,000 miles from just one credit card welcome bonus offer. These offers expire tonight!
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Marriott Guests Now Earn Points For Skipping Toilet Flushes — Saving Water Or Just Saving Money? [Roundup]
Marriott says guests can now earn points for skipping toilet flushes, raising the obvious question of whether this is about sustainability or simple cost cutting. Also in the roundup on April Fools' Day: Amex kills the Platinum Saks credit, Qantas swaps in a first class cheeseburger, and San Diego’s Aspire...
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Why This New Amex Credit Card Falls Short Of Expectations
This New Amex Card was launched last week and I was surprised to see the details of the card. The card halls massively short of expectations.
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways expands operations out of Doha, with further services restarting
Qatar Airways is further strengthening its network, with plans to operate 120 destinations from its home hub of Hamad International Airport (Doha). This is an uplift from the previous 90 destinations, with these new operations planned until the 15th June. As usual, these services will be subject to operation through...
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Southwest Quietly Expanded Its Privacy Policy — Now Customers Fear Dynamic Pricing And Biometric Tracking
Southwest’s latest privacy policy email told customers almost nothing, which is exactly why so many people assumed the worst. The real changes were broader and older than Monday’s notice suggested, and they are fueling fears that the airline is building the tools for heavier tracking, biometric monitoring, and more personalized...
Economondo
Mission 767 Failed: Dubai to Baku on an Azerbaijan Airlines Dreamliner
Attempting to fly on an Azerbaijan Airlines Boeing 767-300ER, but ending up on a Dreamliner instead!
Frequent Miler
Don’t sleep on Southwest cardholder discount codes — and don’t misuse them, either
Some Southwest cardholders get an annual discount code benefit. That Southwest cardholder discount benefit can offer terrific savings in the right scenario — maybe even more than one would expect. In fact, it almost seems like Southwest Airlines hired some of the old Wyndham Rewards Shopping Portal team to code...
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Capital One offers another 30% transfer bonus to Japan Airlines
We have a limited time 30% transfer bonus to JAL, normally 4:3, which makes the ratio 1000:975 or nearly 1:1. That is particularly appealing on JAL flights in business class from the US to Asia. We just saw this bonus in Feb…it’s back for April. Note that only the following...
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Ukraine Prepares To Reopen Airspace, Considers New Flag Carrier
Ukraine is actively preparing to reopen its airspace to commercial flights for the first time since 2022. Ukraine Hopes To Re-Open Commercial Airspace To Travel Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, Ukraine’s airspace has remained closed to civilian traffic due to obvious safety concerns. But now, Ukrainian officials have...
One Mile at a Time
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards: Save 25% On Award Tickets
The Air France-KLM Flying Blue program has just published a new Promo Rewards list for April 2026, offering discounted short haul and long haul awards for travel over the coming months.
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Transfer Capital One Miles To Japan Airlines Mileage Bank With 30% Bonus
In September 2025, we saw the Capital One mileage program add Japan Airlines Mileage Bank as its newest transfer partner. We’ve just seen the program introduce its third transfer bonus to the program since launch, and it could represent a good deal. However, it still won’t quite get you a...
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Good Deal: Transfer Chase Points To Air Canada Aeroplan With 20-30% Bonus
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched a new transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan, and I think this is one that may interest many people…
One Mile at a Time
Good Deal: Transfer Chase Points To Air Canada Aeroplan With 20-30% Bonus
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched a new transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan, and I think this is one that may interest many people…
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To IHG One Rewards With 70% Bonus: Worth It?
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched a new transfer bonus to IHG One Rewards. While some transfer bonus is better than no transfer bonus, this still isn’t an offer I’d recommend taking advantage of.
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To IHG One Rewards With 70% Bonus: Worth It?
Chase Ultimate Rewardshas just launched a new transfer bonus to IHG One Rewards. While some transfer bonus is better than no transfer bonus, this still isnt an offer Id recommend taking advantage of.
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Register Now For Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q2 2026 (Amazon!)
The Chase Freedom Flex Credit Card(review) is an incredible no annual fee card belonging to Chase’s Freedom portfolio, which can help you maximize your points, thanks to its quarterly bonus categories. With it now being a new quarter, Chase has just launched its Q2 2026 bonus categories, so this is...
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HAWAIIAN AIRLINES: Joins OneWorld from 22 April, 2026
This is no surprise, given its amalgamation with Alaska Airlines. The integration has been gradual, so joining OneWorld represents yet another step. From April 22, 2026, Hawaiian Airlines will officially join the OneWorld alliance. For travellers, and especially Qantas Frequent Flyers and other OneWorld airline loyalty members, this opens the...
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Earn 20,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points at Domes Resorts in Greece & Portugal (+ receive extra perks!)
Domes Resorts are back with their annual big bonus points + VIP Perks offer for stays at their eight locations in Greece and Portugal! Bonvoy members who book this offer direct with Marriott (you can use the links below) will earn 20,000 bonus points plus receive one Local Signature Liquor/Distillate...
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JetBlue Is Now a Subscription Service. Welcome to the Airline Industry’s Silicon Valley Era.
JetBlue announced two significant changes to its TrueBlue loyalty program on March 31, 2026: a new subscription service called “Points On Repeat” and the ability to redeem TrueBlue points for select travel extras beyond airfare. A Subscription Model for Earning […]
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 29 March, 2026
Greetings from Prague! Yes, I’m in Europe for a northern spring.  This is my first time in Prague, and I must say, despite the cold (I have just come from an Australian summer), I am loving it. I am being a total tourist too, so if posts are slow, its...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #9: Finnair launches Melbourne to Helsinki via Bangkok
Savvy travellers have been picking up fares that are mainly flown on Finnair between Australia and Helsinki for some years. They have been marketed at competitive prices, especially in Business Class. This has been very attractive, if you don’t mind a stop in Asia, and possibly another in Helsinki, if...
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AIRLINES: How to travel with GLP-1 medications
Travelling with GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro is very manageable on long-haul trips, but it does pay to understand how they handle temperature and how best to carry them onboard aircraft. Let’s start by saying DON’T ASK THE CREW TO STORE YOUR MEDICATION IN A REFRIGERATOR ON...
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QANTAS: Boosts Europe flights as fares surge
If you’re trying to get to Europe right now, then Qantas is stepping up its international game. It’s ramping up flights to Europe as travellers scramble to avoid disrupted routes through the Middle East. But expect significantly higher prices. But while more seats are coming, it’s not quite the relief...
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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...