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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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Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Best Western Rewards: Earn 2x points for stays across Europe, Africa & the Middle East with the Rewards Days promotion
Best Western Hotels has a new double points offer for stays of two or more nights at their hotels across Europe, Africa & the Middle East. This offer is valid for stays until May 15, 2026 and members need to register for the offers in the Best Western account dashboard...
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World of Hyatt: Get 20% back in points on free night awards in Las Vegas
World of Hyatt members can earn bonus points on free night award stays in Las Vegas over the next four months. The offer provides 20% back in bonus points on the full amount of points you redeem for free night awards at participating properties in Las Vegas. As this is...
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Lounge Review: Escape Lounge – The Centurion® Studio Partner (CVG) (New Location)
Today, was the opening day for the Escape Lounge – The Centurion® Studio Partner (CVG)…
Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models: March 2026 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets airplane models since they launched 20 years ago! Video Special Offer To purchase GeminiJets, go…
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End of an Era: Axis Bank Credit Cards nix Accor, Marriott and Qatar Airways from transfer partner list with immediate effect
Axis Bank has rolled out overnight, a whole bunch of changes where conversion ratios have changed, and crowd favourite Accor ALL and my favourite Marriott Bonvoy have been removed altogether.
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Best Credit Card Offers for April 2026
Which rewards credit card is right for you? Find the best publicly available credit card offers all on this one page. We'll show you the best credit cards for spend, frequent flyer miles, hotel points, cash back, and more.
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Chase United℠ Business Card Review – New Higher Offer
If you're in the market for a new business card, the welcome offer from Chase's United Explorer Business card is a great option!
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Challenges of Traveling During Passover for Jewish People
Passover began at sundown tonight, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 all around the world and lasts for eight days — except in Israel, where the holiday lasts for seven days. The holiday — which is also known in Hebrew as Pesach — is celebrated and observed by Jewish people worldwide on the date...
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Flying Blue Promo Rewards for April 2026: Get 25% off awards between select US cities & Europe
It’s the first of the month which means there’s a new batch of Flying Blue Promo Rewards available. As always, you can save 25% on economy award flights between a selection of North American cities and Europe, with one US city being discounted for business class flights. The Deal Save...
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Review: Swiss Business Class Lounge A, Zurich (ZRH)
A review of Swiss' "main" Schengen lounge at Concourse A, accessible to all eligible Star Alliance passengers.
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Citi Is Running Its Best AAdvantage Business Card Bonus — 75,000 Miles and $0 Annual Fee For 12 Months
Citi brought back the best-ever welcome offer on its AAdvantage Business card: 75,000 American Airlines miles after $5,000 spend in 5 months, with the $99 annual fee waived for the first year. The headline bonus is great on its own, but the real edge for frequent American flyers is what...
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Current point transfer bonuses for April 2026
The best points rewards programs, in our opinion, are those that allow points to be transferred to many different airline and hotel loyalty programs. In this way, it’s often possible to get outsized value from your points. For example, suppose you want to fly lie-flat business class to Europe. Prices...
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Why Bilt Gold Status Is More Valuable Than It Seems
One of the things that makes Bilt different from the other major transferable points programs is that it doesn’t just give you points. It also has a tiered membership. That’s…
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Passenger Just Got Banned For Vaping On A Plane — Why Is It Treated Like Smoking?
A passenger was banned after vaping in an airplane lavatory triggered the smoke alarm and brought police to meet the flight on arrival, but the more interesting question is why e-cigarettes are treated the same as cigarettes in the first place.
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Strat Sale Approved, April Fool’s Vegas Style & Four Seasons Las Vegas Review!
April Fool's Vegas style, Four Seasons Las Vegas Review, temp casinos, Strat sold & Casino movie myth dispelled.
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You can get a 70% bonus transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG, but you shouldn’t
Chase is once again offering a transfer bonus to IHG One Rewards, this time for 70%. As always though, this is a terrible use of your points and should be avoided. The Deal Get a 70% bonus when transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG One Rewards. Key Terms Expires April...
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American Airlines Refreshes Lounge Menus Across Major Airports This Spring
American Airlines is rolling out seasonal menu updates across its Flagship® and Admirals Club®…
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The Standard is Set to Debut in Texas With Transformation of South Congress Hotel
Austin’s iconic South Congress district is getting a hospitality upgrade as The Standard brand…
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One Passenger Tried To Open An Emergency Exit Inflight, Got Caught Smoking Near Jet Fuel And Fought Airport Staff — On Multiple Flights
One passenger in India is accused of a string of alarming incidents in March, including allegedly trying to open an emergency exit inflight, smoking near jet fuel on an airport ramp, and fighting with airline and airport staff. The episodes reportedly happened on separate flights just weeks apart, making this...
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Southwest Eyes Honolulu Lounge in Bold Move Into Premium Travel—But Why Now?
Back in late 2025, plans were uncovered by Enilria suggesting Southwest Airlines was preparing to build its first airport lounge in Hawai‘i at Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. At the time, it raised more questions than answers. Now, with a closer look at the site and updated information, that...
From Home and Back
When Will You Trade Seats?
We’ve all been there – the request to trade seats. And if you haven’t yet, well, your time… The post When Will You Trade Seats? appeared first on From Home and Back.
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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...
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Kickstarter: Air-Lock Travel Bag (Back By Thursday)
The Air-Lock travel bag is a system that allows you to save space by achieving 90% compression in less than a minute. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
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Miami May Finally Fix Its Cruise Port Problem—With A Direct Airport Train
Getting to PortMiami isn’t easy—and for one of the busiest cruise ports in the world, that’s a problem. The local government is looking into fixing that. PortMiami is recognized as…
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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...
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AIRLINES: How to travel with GLP-1 medications
Travelling with GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro is very manageable on long-haul trips, but it does pay to understand how they handle temperature and how best to carry them onboard aircraft. Let’s start by saying DON’T ASK THE CREW TO STORE YOUR MEDICATION IN A REFRIGERATOR ON...
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QANTAS: Boosts Europe flights as fares surge
If you’re trying to get to Europe right now, then Qantas is stepping up its international game. It’s ramping up flights to Europe as travellers scramble to avoid disrupted routes through the Middle East. But expect significantly higher prices. But while more seats are coming, it’s not quite the relief...
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WESTERN SYDNEY AIRPORT: Singapore Airlines flights now bookable as airports first major international carrier
Singapore Airlines will begin daily flights on an Airbus A350-900 from Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) from 23 November 2026, marking the airport’s first long-haul international service. Tickets for this service are available to book from this afternoon, Wednesday, 25 March 2026. Western Sydney International (WSI) is courting a number...
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QANTAS: new Classic Reward tool makes search easier. Doesn’t solve premium seat availability
Finding a Classic Reward seat redemption has always been a bit of a nightmare. It’s why third parties have been able to earn money doing it for you. This new tool from Qantas does make the task easier and more efficient, but it doesn’t resolve the root issue, which is...
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The Gulf in Crisis: What Every Traveller Needs to Know Now
On 1 March, I shared a post called “Flying via the Middle East right now.” At that time, we were dealing with sudden airspace closures, missile threats, flight suspensions, and travelers stuck in airport terminals. Since then, things have only become more complicated and difficult as the conflict has worsened....
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #8: Fiji Airways adds Gold Coast flights
You will soon be able to fly direct from the Gold Coast to Fiji. That’s one holiday destination to another. But, the upside is that it may offer an interesting route to the US. From 11 June 2026, Gold Coast travellers can fly direct to Nadi three times weekly, connecting...