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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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The Real Reasons Hotels Are Removing Dressers From Rooms
Ever notice something missing in hotel rooms lately? Dressers are quietly disappearing—and it’s not by accident. When you check into a hotel room nowadays, you have a few things you…
Miles To Memories
All The Ways I Have Been Burning My Bilt Cash
I share how we have been using our Bilt Cash with our two Palladium cards. Share how you use your Bilt Cash in the comments too.
Hawaii Calling
6 Amazing Boutique Hotels on Oahu (2026)
If you’re looking for boutique hotels on Oʻahu, you’re probably not trying to book another massive resort—you want something with more personality, better design, and a stay that actually feels connected to the island. I’ve stayed at several of the hotels on this list and spent time exploring the rest,...
John The Wanderer
Princess Cruises’ 2028 World Cruise: The Ultimate 115-Day Global Adventure
Official Princess Cruises media asset from the March 2026 announcement (Princess Cruises Press Center). This article is Princess 2028 World Cruise. It is about a 115-day global voyage on Coral…
One Mile at a Time
JetBlue Crew: “PASSENGER IN 5C MINT IS MASTURBATING… HE IS A MOSAIC4”
I dont usually cover these kinds of stories, but I have never seen anything quite like this
Points With a Crew
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines’ Global Network Is Now Four Times Larger Than Pan Am At Its Peak
There was a time when Pan Am represented the pinnacle of global aviation, a carrier so dominant internationally that it became synonymous with air travel itself. But listening to United Airlines’ head of global network planning this week, it is clear that the modern reality has quietly surpassed that legacy....
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Capital One Landing (LGA)
I have raved about the Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport…
Point Me to the Plane
A Perfect Walking Day in Vancouver, B.C.–Seawall Loop
Heading to some World Cup Games in Vancouver this summer? Amazing scenery makes Vancouver, B.C. the perfect walking city. Don't miss my favorite walk along the Seawall and through Stanley Park.
Your Mileage May Vary
Is The Southwest Plus Card Finally Worth Keeping?
For years, the Southwest Plus Card was the one you kept because it was cheap—not because it was especially good. It was the lowest-tier personal Southwest card, with a lower…
Miles To Memories
6 Months of Free Amazon Prime & Then Pay Half Price For Young Adults / Students
If you’re a young adult ages 18-24 or a student, you can enjoy all the benefits (and more) at a discounted rate of just $7.49 a month (instead of $14.99) or $69 per year.
One Mile at a Time
Entitled Influencer Kicked Off Ryanair Flight, Gets No Sympathy Online
Ryanair is proudly one of the worlds most hated airlines. The company knows that passengers fly with the airline for the great fares and nonstop routes, and no matter how much passengers complain, they almost always book Ryanair again.
View from the Wing
Bernie Sanders Flew Delta First Class — That’s Not Hypocrisy, It’s The Whole Point
Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) was photographed flying first class on Friday. He's being criticized for the premium experience of an upgraded class of service while the working classes suffer coach. That take does not makes sense.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
An American Influencer Has Achieved the Impossible By Uniting Europe in Defense of Ryanair After Viral Video Backfires
An American influencer has been put on blast by Europeans after a video of her hysterically crying after she was rejected from a Ryanair flight in Porto, Portugal, went viral on TikTok, with the video now amassing more than 1.4 million views in just three days. It’s no secret that...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hong Kong Criminalizes Refusal to Share Personal Device Passwords at Airport
Hong Kong has implemented a sweeping new law that makes it a criminal offense…
One Mile at a Time
American Pilots Blast Management’s Failures, Make Subtle Threat To Board
I must give the leadership at American Airlines’ pilot union credit for an extremely measured yet clear message to management…
Miles To Memories
Last Chance At This Profitable Office Depot Visa Gift Card Deal (Plus Bonus Points)
Reminder that this is your last chance at this profitable Office Depot Visa gift card deal since it is ending today.
View from the Wing
United Is Betting Big On Premium — But Coach Is Getting Starlink, Better Food, And Softer Blankets Too
United Airlines is pouring resources into premium cabins and new upsell products, but coach travelers are getting upgrades too. The airline says economy flyers will see Starlink wifi, better food, softer blankets, improved earbuds, and more screens — small touches that matter when most passengers still sit in the back.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Coca-Cola Bottles With a Yellow Cap Return — But Only For a Limited Time…
It is that time of year again: Coca-Cola bottles with a yellow cap return — but only for a limited time.... You might be wandering through the soft drink aisle in a supermarket or grocery store and noticed that bottles of Coca-Cola suddenly have bright yellow caps on them instead of...
Frequent Miler
Capital One Shopping/Offers: Earn 14%/8X on Turkish Airlines flights
It’s been a good week for daily deals on Capital One Shopping and Capital One Offers. There’s another decent offer today to round off the week, this time for flights with Turkish Airlines. The Deal Earn 14%+ cashback on Turkish Airlines flights via Capital One Shopping or 8X+ with Capital...
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines Weighs Bringing Back Seatback TVs After Betting Against Them
American Airlines is reportedly considering bringing back seatback screens on narrowbody aircraft, a remarkable reversal for an airline that spent years ripping them out and insisting personal device streaming was the future. American Airlines May Bring Back Seatback Screens, But It Is Very Late In The Game According to CNBC,...
One Mile at a Time
Citi American AAdvantage Business Card Review: 75K Bonus Miles & Waived Fee
Link: Learn more about the Citi / AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard
The Bulkhead Seat
Update: Body Found in Colombia Search for Missing American Airlines Flight Attendant
Earlier this week, I wrote about the disappearance of an American Airlines flight attendant…
Monkey Miles
United credit cards unlock more award space at a cheaper price – current offers up to 100k
This is the list of the best united credit card offers
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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...
Wild About Travel
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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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...
Wild About Travel
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...