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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Antisemitic outburst by 19yo on Bali–Sydney flight
With Sydney siders still reeling from the massacre of those celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach on Sunday, a 19-year-old passenger has been arrested on a Virgin Australia flight. The 19-year-old is accused of an alleged antisemitic outburst on board a Virgin Australia flight from Bali to Sydney. This incident comes...
Wild About Travel
A Personal Message in light of the Bondi massacre
Today’s post is a very personal one and I have wondered whether to post at all, but this is my blog, so here goes. I have written previously here about my experience four months ago when I was caught in a mass shooting at a local market in Bangkok. The...
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THAI AIRWAYS: Baggage changes. What you need to know
Baggage rules are changing at Thai Airways. In a major move, the airline is changing from weight-based allowances to a piece-based system, with weight and dimension limits for all passengers from 2 March 2026. Whatever class you are flying in first, business or the cheapest economy fare, your checked bags...
Wild About Travel
What the new US entry rules really mean.
This week, media and travellers are reacting to a new US proposal that would greatly expand the data the US collects from applicants under the ESTA Visa waiver program. In this post, I delve into what it means for those of us who use visa‑waiver travel to go to the...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Finnair Is Launching Its Longest Flight Yet: New Route To Melbourne Set To Takeoff Next Year
Clocking in at 8,222 nautical miles, Finnair is slated to open its longest-ever flight next year, marking the Helsinki-based airline’s debut in Australia with a new route from its hub in Helsinki to Melbourne, Australia, via Bangkok. Is this a clever move from Finnair, or is the airline scrabbling to...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Ends Mileage and Loyalty Point Earnings on Basic Economy Fares
American Airlines has quietly implemented a change to its AAdvantage® program for its most… The post American Airlines Ends Mileage and Loyalty Point Earnings on Basic Economy Fares appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
The Edit vs Amex (now that the guaranteed 2x boosts are gone)
Chase recently made a significant negative change to The Edit by Chase Travel℠, Chase’s luxury hotel program for Sapphire Reserve® customers. Instead of offering a 2x “boost” for all of The Edit hotels, they now offer “up to 2x”. When paying with points, you’re no longer guaranteed to get 2...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Clean Truth About the Dirty Truth Behind “Superspreaders” of Disease
The flu season has arrived in 2025, with the A(H3N2) subclade K virus causing widespread concern. Twenty percent of the population is responsible for the transmission of 80 percent of infectious pathogens or diseases, according to Sumathi Reddy, a personal journal reporter for The Wall Street Journal who was interviewed...
Points With a Crew
5 reasons I keep recommending the Chase Sapphire Preferred for people starting out (Higher Welcome Offer)
Amongst my friends and family, I'm considered the "credit card guy". When I'm asked for recommendations, most of the time it's the Chase Sapphire Preferred...
Frequent Miler
Air India Chase Offer: Get 10% back on $100-$500 spend
There’s a targeted Chase Offer available at the moment that’s giving 10% back as a statement credit when spending $100+ with Air India. The Deal Get 10% back as a statement credit when spending $100+ in a single transaction with Air India via a targeted Chase Offer. Key Terms Expires...
View from the Wing
Sapphire Reserve Points Boost Update: Chase Will Credit You Back to 2¢ Per Point at The Edit Hotels — Only Through December 22
Chase is walking back the guarantee that The Edit hotels always price at 2 cents per point, but it is offering a short-term fix: book any The Edit property through December 22, 2025 and Chase says it will credit you back to full 2x value even if the booking prices...
Points Miles and Bling
Take my money – Bid to win Emirates Skywards Platinum for 20 Years!
The Emirates Skywards program is offering the chance to secure up to 20 years of Skywards Platinum status through a… The post Take my money – Bid to win Emirates Skywards Platinum for 20 Years! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save 15% on Airfares With Ethiopian Airlines
You can save 15% on airfares with Ethiopian Airlines from the United States to Europe or Africa on almost all fares in both the economy class cabin and in the business class cabin for travel between Friday, January 16, 2026 and Sunday, May 31, 2026... ...but you must... The post Save 15%...
One Mile at a Time
Wow: Delta’s Strategy Guy, President Glen Hauenstein, Retiring
I’d argue that this is the most significant management change we’ve seen at a US airline since Scott Kirby became CEO of United…
View from the Wing
American Airlines Quietly Made Basic Economy Worth Zero Miles — Starting Today, Without Notice
American just flipped basic economy with no warning: starting today those tickets earn zero AAdvantage miles, zero Loyalty Points, and no status credit for flying. It’s a sharp break from how American has used basic economy as the on-ramp into AAdvantage—and it’s likely to push price-sensitive flyers to stop engaging...
Your Mileage May Vary
Stuck at Orlando Airport? Why Not Get a Room?
If you’ve traveled through Orlando International Airport, you’ve undoubtedly seen scenes like this: travelers stretched out on chairs lining the walkway between the two sides of the airport. MCO isn’t…
One Mile at a Time
Ouch: American Cuts Miles & Loyalty Points On Basic Economy Fares
Well here’s a change that many American AAdvantage loyalists won’t be happy about…
View from the Wing
Passenger Tweeted British Airways About a Lost Jacket — Scammers Cancelled His Return Ticket, Then BA Demanded $17,511 to Fly Home
A lost jacket turned into a five-figure travel bill. After a British Airways passenger tweeted for help, scammers posing as BA support got his booking details, cancelled his return ticket, and the airline refused to reinstate it—quoting $17,511 to fly home. Continue reading Passenger Tweeted British Airways About a Lost Jacket...
Pointalize
Do Airline Miles Expire? 2026 Policy Guide
Do airline miles expire in 2026? We analyze the policies for United, Delta, AA, Singapore, and more. Learn the difference between hard and soft expiration.
ATX Jetsetter
Third Time’s a Charm? Spirit and Frontier Eye Merger Agreement
Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines are actively engaged in merger discussions as the latter attempts to shore up its finances. The post Third Time’s a Charm? Spirit and Frontier Eye Merger Agreement appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Travel Codex
JW Marriott São Paulo Review
São Paulo isn’t short on luxury hotels, but the JW Marriott São Paulo stands out as a polished sanctuary in one of the busiest cities in South America. As a Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite, I had high expectations and this property delivered in almost every way. Plus even if you...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: AuraOne Foldable Backpack (Back By Thursday)
TheAuraOne 2.0 bills itself as the only foldable backpack you'll ever need. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, if's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Best Ways to Get A Flight Upgrade, According to Travel & Leisure
We can all agree that flying in economy is generally not comfortable. That’s why so many frequent flyers aspire to get as many airline miles as they can, so they…
Frequent Miler
Save 30% on Roame with exclusive promo code FM30
We’ve written about Roame.Travel before, an award tool that can be particularly useful when searching award availability with Oneworld airlines like Cathay Pacific, British Airways, and Finnair. If you’ve been interested in the service and haven’t wanted to pay full price, you can currently save 30% when using our exclusive...
The Alviator
Review: China Eastern Domestic Lounge 35, Shanghai (PVG)
A review of China Eastern's domestic lounge at Shanghai PVG Airport. Apart from business class passengers, AmEx cardholders can also access this lounge. The post Review: China Eastern Domestic Lounge 35, Shanghai (PVG) appeared first on The Alviator.
Live and Let’s Fly
TSA Lets Passenger Board Delta Flight With Meat Cleaver…Maybe Focus On That?
If the TSA wants to expand its role into domestic law enforcement, it might want to start by mastering the job it was created to do. TSA Let A Passenger Board A Plane With A Meat Cleaver…Maybe Focus On That?! A passenger departing Portland International Airport (PDX) managed to pass...
Frequent Miler
Virgin Voyages offering status match from hotel & airline loyalty programs
Virgin Voyages has launched a new status match opportunity, awarding Blue Extras status in its Sailing Club program for people with status from a wide range of airline, hotel, and cruise loyalty programs. This limited time status is only redeemable for one sailing though, so it’s not something you’ll keep...
One Mile at a Time
Southwest Airlines & Turkish Airlines Launch Casual Interline Partnership
Southwest Airlines is currently undergoing a major transformation, which includes charging for checked bags, introducing assigned and extra legroom seating, etc. It goes beyond that, though, as Southwest is also increasingly launching airline partnerships.
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Power banks banned from todaym 15 December. What you need to know
From today, Monday 15 December 2025, Qantas, Jetstar and QantasLink has banned the use of portable power banks on all flights. Qantas group airlines are joining a growing list of airlines responding to a sharp rise in lithium battery fires in cabins and lounges worldwide. You’ll still be allowed to...
2PAXfly
BORDERS: Visa Waiver Program to require social media, phone numbers and IP history from Australians
Australian travellers who want to head to New York at Christmas, or Coachella in spring, or to trek through the Grand Canyon may soon face a very different pre-departure checklist. It could soon include handing over five years of social media accounts, five years of phone numbers, and 10 years...
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QANTAS: A380 wing panel peels on first flight out of mothballs
Qantas’ big, shiny, triumphantly returned Airbus A380 has been unceremoniously benched in Los Angeles after part of its left wing peeled apart on its first commercial flight back in service. This happened after news releases only a few days ago with Qantas chest-beating about the superjumbo’s grand return after a...
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QATAR AIRWAYS: Surprise CEO dumping without explanation. Why?
In a surprise move a few days ago, Qatar Airways has replaced its chief executive with immediate effect. This is the second leadership change in just a couple of years after Akbar Al Baker relinquished his 27-year reign. The Gulf carrier appointed Hamad Ali Al-Khater as its new Group CEO...
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QANTAS: International flights return to the Gold Coast (OOL). Fly direct to New Zealand 3 times a week
In a win for Gold Coast travellers, Qantas is bringing back overseas flights from the Gold Coast (formerly Coolangatta) Airport for the first time in almost five years. Qantas will launch Gold Coast to Auckland services from 16 June 2026. This will reconnect Queensland’s beach capital with New Zealand three...
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QANTAS: New Auckland International Lounge opens in New Zealand
Qantas is scheduled to open its new Auckland International Lounge on 17 December 2025, just in time for the Christmas rush. Unlike the old space (which was in desperate need of attention), the new lounge features a 60% larger footprint and can accommodate more than 370 passengers. Qantas has combined...
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HEATHROW: A car park robbery turns into a full-blown airport emergency
If you’ve ever felt that Heathrow’s Terminal 3 car park was a little too chaotic on a normal day, Sunday morning took things to an entirely new level. A woman was robbed of her suitcase inside a lift at Heathrow’s Terminal 3 car park. The attackers deployed what police believe...
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DELTA AIRLINES: Starts Melbourne to LAX flights from today
Starting today, Saturday 6 December 2025, Melbourne’s long-haul travellers have a new way to cross the Pacific. Delta Air Lines has officially launched flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles. That makes the route a three-horse race alongside Qantas and United Airlines. It’s the first time an Airbus A350 has flown...