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AIRBUS: A320 software glitch triggers chaos at Australian airports and internationally
If you turned up at an airport this morning expecting a routine Jetstar hop to Melbourne, Hobart or Adelaide, chances are you walked straight into a scene that looked more like the chaos of Boxing Day sales. Airports were filled with long queues, cancelled flights, confused announcements, and a whole...
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INDIA: Qantas and Jetstar plan sub-continental expansion with new jets
Australia’s fast-growing demand for travel to India is about to be met with renewed enthusiasm from Qantas and Jetstar. As both airlines usher in new long-range aircraft, they’re preparing to expand their presence on routes to the subcontinent significantly. For travellers, this means more nonstop flights, more modern cabins, and...
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FLIGHT DEALS: Black Friday & Cyber Monday flight deals: Domestic & International
It’s that time of year again, when Australians pretend Black Friday is a local tradition, and not a marketing festival imported from the USA. Airlines are gleefully landing on the day, too, since they have never been shy about taking advantage of any marketing opportunity. But seriously, some are dropping...
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QANTAS: Economy Plus cabin on A330 to service Asia
Qantas’ shiny new Economy Plus cabin, the one that gives you more room and the warm fuzzy feeling of boarding before everyone else, is getting a long-haul upgrade. From next year (2026), the airline will bolt the product onto its international Airbus A330 fleet, the aircraft that does much of...
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Qatar Airways Unveils Bold Formula 1 Paint Scheme On Boeing 777-300 At Star Studded Event Attended By David Beckham And Novak Djokovic
Global sports superstars, including David Beckham, Rio Ferdinand, and Novak Djokovic, were joined by American actor Jessica Alba and the English Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley for the official unveiling of the new Qatar Airways special Formula 1 paint scheme. The bold burgundy and dark grey livery was designed by...
One Mile at a Time
US & India Clash Over Air India Boeing 787 Crash, Cover-Up Feared
In June 2025, wesaw an Air India Boeing 787-8 crash shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad (AMD), killing 260 people. It was a bizarre accident, as the plane lost power to both engines shortly after takeoff, and the preliminary report suggested that fuel control switches were shut off seconds after takeoff,...
The Bulkhead Seat
Plaza Premium Will Open Two Lounges at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal D
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is about to boost its reputation as one… The post Plaza Premium Will Open Two Lounges at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal D appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Best Western Rewards: Earn 5,000 points for every 2 nights completed in Central Europe
The next Best Western region to also offer 5,000 bonus Rewards points for every 2 nights completed is Central Europe. The 5,000 bonus points offer: Earn 5,000 Bonus Rewards Points when you stays 2 nights at Best Western hotels in Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovakia...
ATX Jetsetter
Flying Blue Promo Rewards: December 2025
Air France and KLM have released the list of more than thirty Flying Blue Promo Rewards for the month of December 2025. The post Flying Blue Promo Rewards: December 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Virgin Australia Velocity: Earn 3x points on all flights booked by December 4 (For travel until Oct 2026)
Virgin Australia Velocity members can earn 3x points on all eligible Virgin Australia flights booked during the airline’s Travel Tuesday promotion. To earn the 3x points bonus: Activate this offer by 4 December 2025. Click here to activate the offer. Book an eligible Virgin Australia flight (a flight operated by...
Frequent Miler
Rewards for Charitable Giving
In a recent podcast episode, “Rewarding Giving,” we discussed ways you can earn rewards for yourself while donating to others. For those who prefer to read rather than listen, or who could use a quick reference, I posted the ideas here in easy-to-read bullet points.  Enjoy! How to find the...
Points With a Crew
I may have found the worst Priority Pass lounge in the United States
A lounge with literally NO food options at all? I think that makes it the worst Priority Pass lounge in the United States, and maybe even the world...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: Receive up to a 70% bonus when you buy Virgin points
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club has brought back a bonus for buying Virgin Points. Flying Club members can earn up to  70% extra points until December 31, 2025. The up to 70% bonus offer: Receive up to a 70% bonus when you buy 5,000 more Virgin points. Offer valid until Dec...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Fees to Access National Parks to Significantly Increase For Visitors of the United States
As part of an effort to modernize access and keep fees for citizens of the United States affordable, the National Park Service of the United States will substantially increase fees for visitors from foreign countries. Effective as of... The post Fees to Access National Parks to Significantly Increase For Visitors of the...
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Cyber Monday deals on award search tools
We’ve had a list of Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals running for a few days, but I wanted to publish a quick post specifically calling out the Cyber Monday deals being offered by a number of popular award search tools and other tools we commonly use. I have frequently...
One Mile at a Time
Citi AAdvantage Business Card Loyalty Points Double Dip Lives On Into 2026!
The single best way to earn American AAdvantage Loyalty Points with credit card spending has now been extended through the end of 2026, which is great news…
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Get a 70% bonus when transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG (but don’t do it)
Chase launched a new transfer bonus today, this time giving a 70% bonus when transferring Ultimate Rewards points to IHG One Rewards. As is always the case with transfer bonuses to IHG though, this one can largely be ignored. The Deal Get a 70% bonus when transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards...
One Mile at a Time
Two Plaza Premium Lounges Coming To DFW, Including Swanky First Lounge!
While details remain limited as of now, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is expected to get two new lounges in 2026, contributing to what’s arguably becoming the best terminal in the United States for lounge quality.
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Increases Checked Bag Fees on Some International Flights
American Airlines has implemented some baggage fee increases for checking a first bag on… The post American Airlines Increases Checked Bag Fees on Some International Flights appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
The One Thing You Should Always Do After Booking a Hotel
Booking a hotel can feel like the “responsible adult” moment of trip planning. You compare a few options, pick the one that makes the most sense, lock it in… and then…
View from the Wing
The DEA Was Ordered To Stop Stealing Cash From Passengers — Now Homeland Security Is Seizing The Money Instead
A year ago the DEA was ordered to stop seizing passengers' cash at airports without evidence or charges. But cash seizures never stopped—they've just shifted hands. Homeland Security agents are using drug-sniffing dogs to target travelers, confiscating large sums even when no drugs are found and no charges are filed....
Frequent Miler
15x / 15% back at IHG through Rakuten
Shopping portal Rakuten is currently offering 15% cash back or 15x Amex Membership Rewards points or Bilt points for completed IHG group hotel stays, with Kimpton Hotels, IHG Army Hotels, and a number of Six Senses locations excluded. That could make for a fantastic stack with IHG’s Cyber Monday sale given that you’d...
Points With a Crew
Final Hours for 3 Months of Audible and a $20 Credit (Ends Monday Night)
Audible is running a promotion where you can get the service for only 99 cents a month AND a $20 bonus. Details inside, including some inspiration for travel books to check out ...
Miles To Memories
Another Go! This Lucrative Citi AAdvantage Business Promo Returns for 2026
To my surprise, a huge Citi AAdvantage Business promotion has been extended another year. Here's why I'm happy to be wrong on this one! The post Another Go! This Lucrative Citi AAdvantage Business Promo Returns for 2026 appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Some American Airlines Cabins Are So Old They Still Have Airfone Slots — The System 9/11 Passengers Used To Call Home
Some American Airlines cabins are still flying with legacy US Airways first class seats that have long-dead Airfone slots in the armrests. Those same seatback phones once let passengers on Flight 93 and other 9/11 flights call home, and today they’re just ghosts of an old system bolted into a...
From The Tray Table
2 new lounges are coming to America’s second-busiest airport
One of the busiest airports in North America is getting two exciting new lounges. Plaza Premium announced on… The post 2 new lounges are coming to America’s second-busiest airport appeared first on From the Tray Table.
Frequent Miler
Get paid to visit Vancouver, British Columbia (now with up to a $350 gift card)
Update 12/1/25: During a Black Friday sale, the gift cards offered for this deal are increased by $100, up to CA$350 maximum, when using the promo code “BlackFriday.” There’s no expiry listed on the promo (that I can find), so it could die at any time. Vancouver has one of...
Miles To Memories
Family Travel Social Media Trap, The Traveler’s Disconnect & World’s Largest Cruise Ship Review!
The traveler's disconnect, our new show, reviewing the world's largest cruise ship, Paris vibes and the family travel social media trap. The post Family Travel Social Media Trap, The Traveler’s Disconnect & World’s Largest Cruise Ship Review! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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QANTAS & VIRGIN: What travellers need to know about the ban on power bank use on flights
If you’re the sort of traveller who boards a flight with your phone at 23%, a laptop on life support, and a power bank the size of a small brick, brace yourself. Australian airlines, that’s Jetstar, Qantas, QantasLink and Virgin Australia, are banning the use of portable power banks onboard...
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LOUNGE REVIEW: Adelaide Qantas Business Class lounge — ceiling leaks already
This is my first visit to the new Qantas Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport, which opened earlier this year, and was carved out of the old Qantas Club. Background For many years, Adelaide didn’t have a dedicated Qantas Business Class lounge. In August 2022, Qantas first announced plans to redevelop...
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AIR NEW ZEALAND: Airpoints loyalty program to become ‘Koru’ from April 2026
Air New Zealand has revealed some of the details of the makeover of its loyalty program., From April 2026, the long-running Airpoints program will be renamed and reborn as Koru. As well as a new name, there will be newly named tiers and new benefits. Air New Zealand CEO Nikhil...
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MELBOURNE AIRPORT: New AU$500m baggage system — fewer lost bags & faster check-in
Melbourne Airport says it’s about to drag its international baggage handling into the 21st century, with testing now underway on a half-billion-dollar, German-built, fully automated baggage system that promises faster processing, real-time bag tracking, and fewer bags going AWOL between check-in and carousel. The system, built by logistics heavyweight Beumer...
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EMIRATES: to roll out free Starlink WiFi for all cabins
Emirates is preparing to consign slow inflight Wi-Fi to the dustbin of aviation history, confirming it will roll out free, ultra-fast Starlink internet across its entire fleet of 232 Boeing 777s and Airbus A380s. This will create the world’s largest Starlink-enabled international fleet and marks a genuine turning point for...
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QANTAS: New A321XLR now flying Brisbane to Sydney route
Qantas’ newest narrowbody, the long-awaited Airbus A321XLR, has officially landed in Brisbane, beginning regular flights between Sydney and Brisbane from today. It’s another milestone in Qantas’ fleet renewal program,and the first time Queenslanders get to experience the most modern single-aisle aircraft flying. For passengers, the A321XLR represents a very real...
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FIJI AIRWAYS: Paul Scurrah, former Virgin boss returns to aviation
Fiji Airways has a new CEO, and he’s a familiar name to anyone who remembers the great Virgin Australia upheaval of 2020. Paul Scurrah, former Virgin Australia CEO, has taken over as Managing Director & CEO of Fiji Airways from 1 November 2025. This marks his long-anticipated return to the...
Wild About Travel
Air Japan exits after Just Three Short Years
I am heading to Japan from Bangkok in December, and I always like to keep my options open for flying. ANA Group’s subsidiary, Air Japan (NOT JAL Japan Airlines), has been strongly marketing itself as a key carrier at Bangkok Airport, operating several times a week from Bangkok to Narita...