Wild About Travel
Cape Town: Beautiful and Complicated
I came to Cape Town hoping to like it and ended up loving it. I want to encourage other visitors to look beyond the surface here. It’s a complex and fascinating place. Introducing the CityThe road from the modern Cape Town airport passes through the sprawling townships of Langa, Nyanga...
Wild About Travel
Seventeen Mega Groups: How Airline Consolidation could rewire the World
In my last post, I showed how the airline industry has consolidated significantly, with most European and US airlines falling into just three mega-groups that control a significant share of the world’s seats. But the consolidation appears nowhere near over. The airline industry is genuinely hard to forecast. Hub airports,...
2PAXfly
AIRLINES: What is an interline agreement and why they matter
Most travellers would have no idea what an airline interline agreement is. But if you’ve ever checked a bag through to your final destination on two different airlines, been rebooked after a delay, or stitched together a multi-airline itinerary, you’ve probably almost certainly the beneficiary of one. Put simply, an...
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UNITED KINGDOM: New entry rules a costly trap for Australian dual citizens
Australians who also hold British citizenship are facing a rude shock with new UK border rules coming into force later this year. From February 25, 2026, anyone holding British or Irish citizenship will be required to enter the United Kingdom with a valid UK or Irish passport or a Certificate...
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The Bulkhead Seat
Porter Airlines Adds New Routes to Boston and Nashville
Porter Airlines is a Toronto-based airline that connects passengers to cities across Canada, the… The post Porter Airlines Adds New Routes to Boston and Nashville appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Huge Citi AAdvantage Executive Card Limited Time 100K Bonus Miles Offer
Link: Learn more about the Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard
Pointalize
How to Book Award Tickets for Lap Infants
Discover the best loyalty programs for booking lap infant award tickets in 2026. Learn which airlines charge flat fees vs. expensive cash penalties.
The Points of Life
Guns & Butter: Athens Travel Guide (2025 Revision)
Despite being one of the students from hell, I was excited to learn about Greek culture and hoped that one day I would be able to go to Greece. At that time my PanAm award miles was empty leaving me to wonder how I would get to Athens in a...
Live and Let’s Fly
KLM Reverses Tel Aviv Decision Again As Middle East Tensions Escalate
KLM is once again adjusting its Middle East network, and the back-and-forth underscores just how fragile airline planning remains in a volatile region. KLM Flip-Flops On Middle East Service As Tel Aviv Remains Suspended KLM has reversed course yet again on its plans to resume service to Tel Aviv (TLV),...
View from the Wing
United Trolls American In Chicago With “AAdvantage, United” Ads — But It’s A Little Too On The Nose
United is escalating its Chicago fight with American on every front—capacity, Wall Street messaging, and now a fresh set of ads that openly taunt AAdvantage. The new “AAdvantage, United” line is the kind of not-even-trying-to-be-subtle jab that only makes the rivalry louder as ORD turns into a full-blown marketing and...
One Mile at a Time
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club High Five: 12K Bonus Points For Five Years Of Flying
We’re so used to airline loyalty programs offering special perks for those who fly (or spend) with the airline a certain amount every year. However, airlines rarely reward those who consistently fly the airline over the years, but not enough to qualify for elite status.
TravelUpdate
Coming Soon: Trump Accounts to Accept Credit Card Rewards as Deposits
You'll soo be convert your credit card rewards into deposits for your Trump Accounts. But is this a good idea in the first place?
One Mile at a Time
Four Seasons Venice (Hotel Danieli) Opens August 2026, Now Bookable
In 2022, plans were announced for the Four Seasons Venice, in the form of a conversion and renovation of Hotel Danieli, a Marriott Luxury Collection property. There’s now an update, as an opening date has been announced, and rooms are bookable.
Eye of the Flyer
Deadline Approaching to Change Platinum Airline Incidental Credit Preferred Carrier
If you have a Platinum card with an airline incidental statement credit perk, you have only a few days left to make any changes. And if you hold a Business flavor, you may want to make sure that your choice from last year is still selected. The final day to...
View from the Wing
“Oh Sh*t, Cancel Takeoff Clearance”: Southwest 737 Aborts As Private Plane Turns Onto Runway
A Southwest 737 in San Antonio began its takeoff roll after being cleared for departure when a private Pilatus PC-12 inadvertently turned onto the same runway. Tower audio captures the controller urgently canceling the takeoff clearance—“Oh sh*t”—and the Southwest crew rejecting the takeoff at speed, avoiding a runway collision as...
Wild About Travel
Cape Town: Beautiful and Complicated
I came to Cape Town hoping to like it and ended up loving it. I want to encourage other visitors to look beyond the surface here. It’s a complex and fascinating place. Introducing the CityThe road from the modern Cape Town airport passes through the sprawling townships of Langa, Nyanga...
One Mile at a Time
Huh: Thai AirAsia Strands Passengers On Bus After Remote Stand Mix-Up
I suppose with the number of flights that operate around the globe on a daily basis, mistakes of all sorts are bound to happen. However, this story in the Bangkok Post is a real head-scratcher, because there are supposed to be layers of procedures in place to prevent something like...
One Mile at a Time
Four Seasons Venice (Hotel Danieli) Opens August 2026, Now Bookable
In 2022, plans were announced for the Four Seasons Venice, in the form of a conversion and renovation of Hotel Danieli, a Marriott Luxury Collection property. There’s now an update, as an opening date has been announced, and rooms are bookable.
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue’s 25 for 25 Challenge Delivered Big Rewards for 2,100+ Flyers
JetBlue’s ambitious 25 for 25 challenge wrapped up at the end of 2025. Designed… The post JetBlue’s 25 for 25 Challenge Delivered Big Rewards for 2,100+ Flyers appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club High Five: 12K Bonus Points For Five Years Of Flying
We’re so used to airline loyalty programs offering special perks for those who fly (or spend) with the airline a certain amount every year. However, airlines rarely reward those who consistently fly the airline over the years, but not enough to qualify for elite status.
Economy Class & Beyond
Gulf Air to roll out Starlink connectivity
Another airline has signed for the Starlink connectivity service by SpaceX – this time, it’s Gulf Air. Gulf vAir Airbus A321neo – Image, Economy Class and Beyond Gulf Air announced the rollout of Starlink high-speed internet across its entire fleet starting mid-2026, offering complimentary Wi-Fi to passengers onboard its aircraft,...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Aer Lingus Confirms Its Closing Manchester Long-Haul Base After Cabin Crew Asked For More Money
Aer Lingus has confirmed that it will shutter its transatlantic long-haul base in Manchester, with the loss of 200 cabin crew jobs, after workers went on strike in a dispute over pay and conditions. The airline claims the decision is due to the base underperforming compared to its Dublin operation,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Delta Air Lines signs for further Airbus A330neo and A350 aircraft
It seems Delta’s fleet expansion is continuing unabated, with the airline signing for 31 additional widebody aircraft from Airbus. Delta Airbus A330neo and Airbus A350 – Image Airbus The 31 additional aircraft have been broken down as 16 A330-900s and 15 A350-900s. Once delivered, Delta’s widebody fleet will have grown...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: St. Regis Hong Kong
After spending a night at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong (review here), we walked… The post Hotel Review: St. Regis Hong Kong appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
How to find credit card Benefit Guides online
Anytime you get a new credit card, you’ll find that it comes with a small booklet usually titled “Guide to Benefits” with tiny print. These booklets typically detail the card’s purchase and travel protection benefits. Sometimes the booklets include additional benefits such as ID theft protection and concierge services. The...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Receive a 100% bonus when you buy Hilton Honors points
Hilton is out with their next buy points bonus and once again it provides up to 100% more points on purchases of 5,000 or more points. They have also increased the maximum number of points you can buy with this promotion. With a 100% bonus it means you are paying...
Points With a Crew
Capital One Venture Rewards Card Review (Hot New Offer Worth ~$1,000)
Learn how signing up for the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card can supercharge your travel with 75,000 miles, $250 AND benefits that include ...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Marriott Bonvoy Escapes – Save up to 20% at select Marriott Hotels Worldwide
This week’s Marriott Bonvoy Escapes are now available for booking for stays at select hotels Worldwide. With Marriott Bonvoy Escapes members can save up to 20% on last minute stays through to February 22 that are booked by this Sunday. If you are unfamiliar with Marriott Escapes, they are last...
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday, 25 January, 2026
Hello travellers, Greetings from a very warm Sydney. I’m enjoying Summer, and making plans to escape to Europe in our Autumn.  Most people in Australia have completed their Summer holidays and are back at work. This post-holiday period is a good time to monitor airfares for specials, and to plan...
Wild About Travel
Are You Really Choosing Your Airline? Three Groups Control Our World.
The post Are You Really Choosing Your Airline? Three Groups Control Our World. appeared first on Wild About Travel.
2PAXfly
GULFSTREAM 800: New Murdoch aircraft the first of its type to land in Sydney
Joe Aston’s (authority on Alan Joyce’s leadership at Qantas) website and newsletter Rampart is reporting that Lauchlan’s new toy plane, a Gulfstream 800, has recently arrived in Sydney. It’s the first of this new version of the businessman’s plaything to land in Sydney. The aircraft departed Gulfstream’s Savannah base on...
2PAXfly
ON-TIME PERFORMANCE: Qantas more punctual, but cancels more flights than Virgin Australia
The latest government data released by BITRE (Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics) has delivered a familiar but still uncomfortable truth for Australia’s airlines. Qantas is cancelling twice as many domestic flights as its main rival, Virgin Australia. It achieves that while outperforming other airlines on punctuality once the...
2PAXfly
QANTAS/EMIRATES: Tougher to get first class awards. More points and more strings attached
If you’ve been quietly eyeing off an Emirates First Class splurge using Qantas Frequent Flyer points, you may be too late. Or, at least it will cost you more and come with more conditions you need to fulfil. Emirates has been tightening the rules around its Emirates Skywards scheme. Transfer...
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ETIHAD: A380 comeback gathers momentum as next superjumbo flies from storage
Etihad Airways has just brought another A380 out of long-term storage, making its superjumbo revival firmly part of the airline’s long-term strategy. Another giant wakes up Etihad’s Airbus A380 A6-APC departed Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport in southwestern France on January 14, flying back to Abu Dhabi after years in storage. According to...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 18 January, 2026
Hello travellers, Greetings from a very wet Sydney. We’ve been hosting a number of overseas friends. But even more enjoyable is making some reciprocal plans to visit them later this year using our hard-earned Amex Rewards points.  My next trip is a month or so away. It will be to a much...
2PAXfly
SYDNEY AIRPORT: Air traffic control shortages bring chaos
Dozens of flights have been cancelled, and many more were delayed on Thursday, 15 January 2026, according to the AFR. A shortage of air traffic control staff has triggered the worst disruption at Australia’s busiest airport since the pandemic began. As always, when Sydney sneezes, the entire national air network...