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INTERNATIONAL FLYING: Middle East conflict and fuel crisis cuts one in four flights
Almost a quarter of international flights from Australia were cancelled in April. That’s according to the AFR, as airlines scrambled to deal with soaring fuel prices and widespread airspace disruptions. The trigger is the escalating conflict involving Iran, which has effectively shut down large parts of Gulf airspace since late...
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EMIRATES: Talk of First Class private suites with en suite bathrooms
Rumours are mounting that Emirates could be working on a new First Class concept featuring private suites with their own en-suite bathrooms. It sounds ambitious, but this is the airline that already put showers on board the Airbus A380 and introduced fully enclosed suites on the Boeing 777. If any...
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QANTAS: New open skies deal between Australia and Canada opens more flights and destinations
A new open skies agreement between Australia and Canada has removed limits on flights between the two countries, giving Qantas the green light to expand its services. The updated air services arrangement allows unlimited passenger capacity for Australian carriers, replacing the previous cap that effectively limited Qantas to a daily...
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FIJI AIRWAYS: Dallas USA flights dropped from September
Fiji Airways is reshaping its network, cutting its Dallas route while boosting capacity on other key services amid rising fuel costs. The airline will suspend flights between Nadi and Dallas Fort Worth from 7 September, marking a retreat from one of its longest and most operationally demanding routes. That removes...
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British Airways Told Elites They’d Been Spared From Status Cuts — Then Downgraded Them Anyway
British Airways already angered elite members by moving to a revenue-based status program that makes qualification much harder. Then it told some customers they had been renewed after all — only to reverse course, downgrade them anyway, and offer nothing for the mistake.
Hawaii Calling
Southwest’s Hawai‘i Interisland Benefits Explained — And Why “Aloha” Is Part of the Conversation
When I saw that Southwest Airlines is rolling out new interisland benefits for Hawai’i residents, my first thought wasn’t about perks — it was about timing. On paper, this is a straightforward update: more flexibility, added value, and a clearer push to win over local travelers who rely on interisland...
The Bulkhead Seat
Wins & Losses: Delta Makes Huge Express Service Changes Starting May 19th
Delta Air Lines is preparing a significant update to its inflight service model, with…
Miles To Memories
Fill Out Survey About New Rove Features, Get 250 Miles
Rove has launched a Weekly Rove newsletter. This week's newsletter has a hidden surprise, 250 free points.
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Woman Tries To Visit Rome. She Can’t Even Walk In The Crowd: ‘It’s Not Even Euro Summer Yet’
"Maybe European winter doesn’t sound too bad lol."
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Sam’s Club: 10% off Disney Gift Cards this weekend
Sam’s Club is running a 10% discount on Disney gift cards this weekend, from May 1st to May 3rd. The deal is for $500 cards only, with a limit of two cards per member. There were rumors that the sale begins today for Sam’s Club Plus members. If anyone can...
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All Time High Public Offer Chase Sapphire Reserve® 150k offer
We review the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and its new 80k welcome offer after $4k spend in 3 months
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Delta Cuts Coach Drink Service On Short Flights — Less Generous Than United And American Starting May 19
Delta is dropping coach drink service entirely on flights under 350 miles starting May 19, even as United and American still serve drinks on similar short hops. The airline is restoring full beverage service on some longer short flights, but for hundreds of shorter ones Delta will now be less...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Air Serbia Announces Ten New Destinations
Air Serbia announces ten new destinations — including the resumption of daily service between Belgrade and Munich with direct flights between the two cities on Friday, May 22, 2026 after a hiatus of 18 years... ...and tickets for flights for the ten new destinations are now on sale. The ten destinations from...
You Are Travel
Does This Hyatt Survey Mean Changes are Coming to Globalist?… Hate to Say ‘I Told Ya So’
​tl;dr – It could mean something, it could mean nothing. ​A few weeks ago, many Hyatt members received…
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IHG One Rewards: Earn 2,000 points for every 2 nights or 8,000 points for every 4 nights (Pick one)
IHG One Rewards summer systemwide global promotion is the return of the option to pick from two offers. With this promotion members can choose which bonus points promotion to receive based on their proposed travel plans. The bonuses to choose from are 2,000 bonus points for every 2 nights or...
Travel Codex
Join Me in Antarctica: Nov 2026 with Special Pricing
There are trips, and then there are transformational journeys. Antarctica falls firmly into the latter. An adventure across the Drake passage and on to Antarctica and the white continent is truly life changing. I’m inviting my readers to join me aboard HX Expeditions on their Highlights of Antarctica sailing, departing...
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United Airlines Expands Polaris Business Class To Premium Transcon And Hawaii Routes
Without notice, United Airlines has introduced Polaris business class branding on select domestic flights. With that change comes one very important change to lounge access. United Starts Selling Polaris Business Class On Domestic Flights United Airlines has begun rebranding select premium transcontinental and Hawaii flights as Polaris business class rather...
Miles To Memories
Private Bathrooms In First Class Suites, $425M Capital One Settlement Approved & Juicy $1,000 Checking Bonus
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
John The Wanderer
Legend of the Seas: The Icon Family is Growing!
This article is Legend of the Seas. It is about the third Icon Class ship completing its initial sea trials and the details surrounding its upcoming 2026 debut. Royal Caribbean…
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Great Wolf Lodge 10% Off Chase Offer
There is a new Great Wolf Lodge Chase Offer out that gives you 10% back on purchases of $100 or more. The maximum total cash back per targeted card on the one that I have is $48, but other versions may exist. The Deal Get 10% back at Great Wolf...
From The Tray Table
Chase Sapphire Reserve welcome offer hits 150,000 points
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been the subject of more debate than perhaps any other premium credit card.…
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Virgin Australia Velocity: Earn 2x points on United Airlines between Australia & the U.S. (April 30 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight is from Virgin Australia who are doubling up the Velocity points earned on United Airlines flights to and from Australia. Check out all of the new bonuses added today:
Miles To Memories
Best Ever! 150K Bonus for Sapphire Reserve Card
There is a new Chase Sapphire Reserve 150K Bonus offer that just dropped today that I imagine many will find mighty interesting.
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NYC Hotel Guests Warned Of Fire Alarm Prank — Open The Door And Get Sprayed With Extinguishers
A New York hotel guest says kids pulled a fire alarm, banged on doors yelling “fire,” and sprayed people with fire extinguishers when they opened up. They report that the fire department says this is happening citywide. Even if it's rare, treat an alarm seriously, but do not open your...
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FTC Commissioner Signals Opposition to United Airlines’ Grand Plans For a Mega Merger After Economy Class Experience
One of only two current commissioners at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has signalled his potential opposition to moves by United Airlines to start acquiring or merging with rival airlines… And it all comes down to a recent Economy Class experience he had with United. Responsible for reviewing large mergers...
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Citi ThankYou Points ending points-sharing between cardholders May 17th
Update 4/30: The following notice is now present on the general ThankYou Rewards website: We had hoped that the end of points sharing might be confined to Citi ThankYou Mastercard holders (see below). Alas, that’s not the case. If you need to transfer any points between different household members, do...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Adjusts Inflight Service On Short Flights, 450 Daily Flights Lose All Service
In the coming weeks, Delta Air Lines will be adjusting its inflight service, and there’s both good and bad news.
You Are Travel
Marriott and Ethiopian Airlines Partner Up: Convert ShebaMiles to Bonvoy Points and Vice Versa
tl;dr – Marriott adds another airline transfer partner. Marriott and Ethiopian Airlines have teamed up to offer members…
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EMIRATES: A380s to get Starlink WiFi
The first Starlink-equipped superjumbo is now in service, marking the start of a rollout the airline says will extend across its entire fleet by mid-2027. And, it’s free. Emirates is ditching its current pay-to-use model, which charges up to around US$20, in favour of complimentary high-speed access for all passengers....
Wild About Travel
Draft Future of First Class?
From Railway to Runway I juts tcked ofve r 1800 flights. of hthsoe, just 23 havebeejn fistc alss Some quick history. The class system in air travel, evolved from the British railways of the 1830s and originally aligned closely with the British Class System. Understanding this evolution from railways to...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 26 April, 2026
I’m still in London, but will be departing soon. It’s really begun to warm up now, just in time for the London Marathon today. Not that I’m a participant. In fact, the only reason I know is because of its effects on public transport. And there seem to be a...
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SYDNEY AIRPORTS: July will see changes to flight paths as Western Sydney Airport starts cargo flights
Sydney’s skies are about to change, and if you live under a flight path, brace for impact. A shake-up of airspace across the city kicks in on July 9, paving the way for the first cargo flights into Western Sydney Airport later that month. It’s all part of getting the...
Wild About Travel
Explore Asia’s best city with me!
If you’ve never been, let me tell you why Taipei should be next on your list. This city offers so much to love. The food is extraordinary, the transport is amazing, the streets are safe, and the people are genuinely kind. There is enough history, culture, and night market chaos...
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CORPORATE TRAVEL: Scandal in UK company may affect Australians
This scandal has been a bit of a long saga over the last few months, but as the expected overcharging liability soared from tens to hundreds of millions of dollars, I thought it was worth providing some background and explanation of the travel agents’ scandal. Corporate Travel Management has landed...
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HAWAIIAN AIRLINES: Alaska integration sees entry to OneWorld alliance
Alaska Airlines’ takeover of Hawaiian Airlines, finalised in September 2024, has been deliberately paced. April 22, 2026, stands out as one of the most consequential milestones. Today, multiple strands of the merger come together. This allows the two carriers to function as one behind the scenes while retaining distinct brands....
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QANTAS: Brisbane lounge access changes
If you’re flying internationally from Brisbane with Qantas or partners like Cathay Pacific, Fiji Airways or Malaysia Airlines, your usual airport routine in Brisbane has changed. Lounge access is now before security, and not after. Lounge access is now before security From April 14, 2026, through early September 2026, the...