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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Joint flights with Qatar Airways to Doha shelved
If you’ve booked a Virgin Australia flight to Doha, there’s some bad news. Flights operated by Qatar Airways on behalf of Virgin Australia have now been cancelled until at least mid-June, as the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to disrupt travel through the region. And for travellers, this isn’t just...
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rewute and redrfat Discovering the World’s Highest and Lowest Airports
Reflecting on my travels last year, I realised I flew through quite high and low-altitude airports. I have long realised that altitude affects the travel experience, airport operations, and the differing challenges for pilots. This got me thinking: of the 289 airports I’ve visited in my life, how many would...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 5 April, 2026
Greetings from London! I’ve moved on from Prague, which was very cold but fantastic. I hadn’t realised how much early 20th-century architecture there was in the city centre. There is even a Cubist architecture walk!  Once I got over the cold, I really enjoyed myself. The rugging up and de-rugging...
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drfat Explore Taipei, Asia’s best city with me
Every time I come back to a favourite city, I wonder if my experience on tis occasion  will be as enjoybale as it was on the previous visits. Yaipei did nit diusappoin. – it never disappomts, In fact, I would go to say it is the best city in Asia....
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What are Marriott points worth?
At Frequent Miler, we keep a database of point valuations called “Reasonable Redemption Values.” These are estimates of the “worth” of airline miles, hotel points, transferable points, and more. The idea is that we try to identify the point at which it is “reasonable” to get that much value or...
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$700 richer: My easy UK261 claim experience with United Airlines
All of us on the Frequent Miler team met up in Colorado a few week ago to work on some new website functionality. None of us live in Colorado which meant we all had to fly in, with my journey being the longest seeing as I was coming from the...
Points With a Crew
Marriott Bonvoy Business Review (New Higher Offer – Up to 5 Free Nights)
The Marriott Bonvoy Business card has a new welcome offer that is potentially worth hundreds of dollars (or more). This one credit card offer could make your next vacation ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
I Flew 13 Hours In Middle Seat 53E: Basic Economy Fare With Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900
I flew as a passenger 13 hours in seat 53E aboard an Airbus A350-900 airplane operated by Delta Air Lines on a Basic Economy fare, which is a middle seat. Considering that the cost to fly round trip between Las Vegas to Taipei with a stop in Seattle was the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta SkyMiles Named World’s Most Valuable Airline Loyalty Program in 2026 Ranking
Delta Air Lines’ SkyMiles program has been ranked the most valuable airline loyalty program…
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12 American Phrases People From Other Countries Love
From “break a leg” to “ride shotgun,” these everyday American sayings are confusing, funny—and surprisingly popular abroad. If there’s one thing you can say about countries around the world, it’s…
View from the Wing
Park Hyatt St. Kitts Is Beautiful, Relaxed, And A Little Controversial — Why I Keep Going Back
Park Hyatt St. Kitts has one of the best physical settings in Hyatt’s portfolio: huge, low-rise grounds, gorgeous views toward Nevis, excellent pools, strong suites, and a calm that never seems to disappear even when the hotel is nearly full. Service still does not live up to the Park Hyatt...
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Woman Books Airbnb For Bachelorette Trip To Nashville. Then Something Terrifying Happens. Now She’s Warning People To Choose Hotels Instead
Nashville, Tennessee is one of the most popular bachelorette party destinations in the country. Every year, thousands of women flock to Music City to let it all hang out on Broadway before their big day. Most have a blast. The trip that was supposed to be one last hurrah as...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
OFFER EXTENDED: Earn 3,000 bonus points for joining IHG One Rewards and completing your first stay
If you haven’t joined IHG One Rewards yet, you can do so now and earn 3,000 bonus points on your first stay as they have extended this offer through to the end of the year. The stay needs to completed within 21 days of joining so be sure to time...
Points With a Crew
Don’t you DARE try to check in at 6 pm
Oh yeah? You're going to try to check in at 6pm? Not on MY watch mister!
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Is JetBlue Blue Basic Worth It? Here’s What You Need To Know
JetBlue’s lowest fares can look like a great deal at first glance. After all, if you’re just trying to get from point A to point B, how much difference can…
Miles To Memories
Stay at One of 33 New Hyatt Hotels, Get 500 Bonus Points per Night
Did you know you can earn 500 Bonus Points at New Hyatt Hotels. We share the complete list of eligible hotels, which is always changing.
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Emirates Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER taxiing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport as it completes the journey from Dubai International Airport. Emirates operates a fleet of 118 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in its fleet. The airline also operates the Airbus A350-900,...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Joint flights with Qatar Airways to Doha shelved
If you’ve booked a Virgin Australia flight to Doha, there’s some bad news. Flights operated by Qatar Airways on behalf of Virgin Australia have now been cancelled until at least mid-June, as the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to disrupt travel through the region. And for travellers, this isn’t just...
View from the Wing
Using A VPN Could Subject You To Government Surveillance, Senators Warn [Roundup]
Senators are warning that using a VPN could do the opposite of what many travelers expect — obscuring your location enough that intelligence agencies may treat your traffic as foreign and sweep it into domestic surveillance. Also Omni scoops up $200 million of Greenbrier debt, Frontier’s chairman explains the CEO...
Miles To Memories
(Ending) Capital One Venture Card Signup Bonus: $250 Travel Credit and 75,000 Miles
New Venture cardholders can enjoy a one-time $250 Capital One Travel welcome credit when they open their account. That's in addition to the usual bonus of 75,000 miles.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Visiting The Largest Volcano Crater on Easter Island: Rano Kau
Set on the idyllic southwestern part of Easter Island adjacent to the cerulean waters of the Pacific Ocean lies Rano Kau, which generally means “a large or wide volcano with an abundance of water” and is a natural phenomenon in and of itself — and although the sensation of vastness...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Current And Former CEOs Flew Home From Paris Together — Gucci Bags In Hand
American Airlines current CEO Robert Isom and former CEO Doug Parker were reportedly on the same Paris-to-DFW flight Sunday, returning with family and “Gucci shopping bags in hand” — while Isom is currently embattled over the carrier's poor financial performance.
Hawaii Calling
Guide to Hilton Impresario: Exclusive Perks For Luxury Stays
Imagine booking a luxury Hilton stay and getting perks like complimentary breakfast, room upgrades, and a $100 hotel credit—without needing elite status. That’s exactly what the Hilton Impresario program offered—and as of 2024, it has evolved into what Hilton now calls Hilton for Luxury. I’ve booked these rates for luxury...
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Why Airplanes Are So Cold (And It’s Not Just Your Imagination)
We’ve all been there…you board your plane, headed somewhere nice and warm, so you’re dressed for where you’re landing. Probably in shorts and a T-shirt. As you get all settled…
View from the Wing
A Simple Way To Decide Which Premium Rewards Credit Card Is Right For You
American Express, Chase, Capital One, and Citi have all overhauled the premium card market, and the right answer is no longer obvious. The best card now depends less on marketing claims and more on which lounges, credits, transfer partners, and spending bonuses actually match how you travel.
One Mile at a Time
Review: SAX Paris, Hilton LXR, France (Well Intentioned, But Too Hip For Me)
During my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I spent a couple of nights in Paris, and decided to check out two different points hotels. For the first night, I booked SAX Paris, a Hilton LXR property. This 118-key property opened in mid-2025, belonging to Hilton’s portfolio of luxury, independent hotels. Given...
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Woman Boards American Airlines Flight. She Can’t Believe What The Woman In Front Of Her Does Mid-Flight: ‘American Airlines Horror Story’
"I hate flying omg."
Live and Let’s Fly
Aer Lingus Adds Starlink, Delta Stands Alone
Starlink lands on Aer Lingus, expanding its airline takeover while Delta bets elsewhere. Will that gamble pay off as competition finally emerges? Starlink’s Grip On Airline WiFi Tightens Aer Lingus just joined the growing list of airlines rolling out Starlink, and at this point the list of airlines without it...
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WESTERN SYDNEY AIRPORT: Air New Zealand to land first
Western Sydney International (WSI) hasn’t even opened yet, but the race to be first on the departures board seems already underway. Last week Singapore Airlines announced its first flights in November 2026, and now Air New Zealand is going to beat them to the baggage claim. From October 26, the...
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twi wodneorfi vists here loffocually my favorute xciy in clonmia, lanscapr,e peoel, culture, drive, food and more llacolodie in a organsed coae Location and Orientation Medellín, known as the “City of Eternal Spring,” is the capital of the Antioquia department in Colombia. Nestled in the Aburrá Valley, at an altitude...
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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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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...