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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...
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Frequent Miler
How to see London Monopoly sights without going bankrupt
One of the most fun parts of the 100K Vacay challenge last year was getting to bring my wife along for the ride as I was able to book flights and accommodation for the two of us for less than 100K points. That said, we didn’t spend every minute together....
Points With a Crew
The Easiest Way To Get Your Free $50 From Rakuten (Deal Ending Soon!)
If you're not sure how to take advantage of the easy $50 welcome bonus from Rakuten, here is in my opinion the best way to get some easy money. Simply ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Return to AirAsia: My Latest Experience With a Recent Flight
I had no reason to hesitate to return to AirAsia based on past experiences with the airline, whose slogan is Now Everyone Can Fly — but what was my latest experience with a recent flight with the “low fares no-frills” airline that operated as Thai AirAsia? Although AirAsia was...
View from the Wing
Frontier Passenger Threatened To Kill Seatmate And Kept Insisting There Was A Bomb On Board
A Frontier passenger threatened to kill the woman next to him and kept insisting there was a bomb on board. The crew got him calmed down after landing, but the aircraft was still held away from the terminal while law enforcement figured out how to respond.
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Air India Airbus A350-900 taking off from London Heathrow Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Air India Airbus A350-900 rotating and taking off from London Heathrow Airport as it begins its journey back to India. Air India operates a fleet of six Airbus A350-900 aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Frontier Airlines Makes Emergency Landing at Atlanta Hartsfield After Pilots Repot Possible ‘Hijacking Incident’
A Frontier Airlines flight from Columbus, Ohio, has made an emergency landing at Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport and was sent to an unused runway far away from all other aircraft at the airport after the pilots reported a potential hijacking event. The incident started to unfold as Frontier flight F9-2539...
Your Mileage May Vary
They Took Over A Hotel Front Desk When Staff Disappeared—Here’s What Happened Next
What would you do if you showed up at a hotel—and there was no one at the front desk? Three friends from Georgia, Kenzie Brooks, Aaron Howard and Noorain Dobani,…
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Sacher Vienna Celebrates Its 150th Anniversary
One of Europe’s most storied luxury hotels is celebrating a major milestone this year.…
View from the Wing
Passengers Are Now Showing Up At Midnight For 6 A.M. Flights Thanks To TSA Mess [Roundup]
People are now showing up at the airport the night before the flight to get a head start on TSA security lines. Last chance for a free $50 (or 5,000 Bilt or Amex points). And American's pilots back on the offensive against management.
Points With a Crew
This Is the Miles and Points Book You Definitely Need to Have
I enjoy reading, but it’s not often that I get to read a book that is so tied in to one of my own pursuits. After all, there is no book about trying to visit every county in the United States. Though I suppose there are (lots of) books about...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why You Might Want A Credit Card For An Airline You’ve Never Flown
You’ve probably seen credit cards tied to airlines you’ve never flown—and maybe never plan to. At first glance, they don’t seem all that useful. Why earn miles with Aer Lingus,…
Miles To Memories
Chasing Ultimate Rewards Redemption Back to this Entry Level
I'm back with Ultimate Rewards redemption at a familiar rate. My steadfast goals in spite of Chase's negative moves led to this return.
Altitude Yes
ANA’s AirJapan Brand Ends Service
AirJapan's final flight took place on March 29, 2026, as Flight NQ4 from Singapore to Tokyo Narita. The post ANA’s AirJapan Brand Ends Service first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus activates its first Starlink-connected aircraft
IAG Airline Aer Lingus has followed British Airways and has introduced flights operating with Starlink connectivity. Flight EI105, which departed on the 29th March, operating the Dublin to New York JFK route are the first to experience the new connectivity technology, which enables customers in every cabin to seamlessly access free, fast, reliable internet for...
Live and Let’s Fly
Hyatt Just Added 22 All-Inclusives: Book Before May
Bahia Principe joined World of Hyatt this week with fixed award pricing. Here are the best redemption sweet spots to use before Hyatt's May overhaul hits.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Viroth’s Villa in Cambodia: My First Stay at a Mr & Mrs Smith Hotel Property — and The Verdict Is…
My first stay at a Mr & Mrs Smith hotel property occurred while I was at Viroth’s Villa in Siem Reap in Cambodia. The acquisition of the carefully curated and growing collection of greater than 1,500 boutique and luxury properties was officially announced by Hyatt Hotels Corporation on Friday, April...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
30 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the Northern Hemisphere
The first day of spring started at the spring equinox on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:46 in the morning Eastern Daylight Time in the northern hemisphere; and what better way is there to herald its arrival but with colorful flowers — especially 30 places to see cherry blossoms in...
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United Says It’s Bigger Than Pan Am Ever Was — But Look At What They’re Actually Counting
United says its network is now bigger than Pan Am ever was, a claim designed to sound like a sweeping victory lap. The catch is what the airline is actually measuring. Depending on how you define network, cities, and connectivity, the boast can be made technically true — while still...
One Mile at a Time
Aer Lingus Adding Free Starlink Wi-Fi Fleetwide: Installation Starts On A330
In November 2025, International Airlines Group (IAG)announced plans to introducefree Starlink Wi-Fiacross the brands airlines, including British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus.
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The Most Annoying Things People Do At Airports, According To Travelers
Air travel is stressful enough—without other passengers making it worse. After all, at the airport, you have to deal with long queues, flight delays, crowded waiting areas, lost luggage—and, of…
Miles To Memories
New Amex Offer for Apple Pay Purchases, Get Up to $10 Credit
There is a new Apple Pay Amex Offer that should be super easy to maximize and put a little bit of profit in your pocket.
The Bulkhead Seat
Drone Scare Triggers Ground Stop at Palm Beach Airport During Air Force One Departure
A drone near Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) briefly disrupted operations and triggered a…
Frequent Miler
More easy rewards: Staples fee-free $200 Mastercard gift cards
Staples is again offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee from Sunday 3/29/26, through Saturday, 4/4/26. Note that there is a limit of nine per customer per day listed, but some may be able to purchase more at their local store. The Deal Staples will again be offering...
Frequent Miler
Up to 70% back at Belk / 45x miles via Capital One Shopping & Offers 3/29 only
Capital One Shopping (the public shopping portal) and Capital One Offers (only found within a Capital One credit card account) are offering elevated rates today-only (3/29) for Belk purchases. I’ve seen an email offer as high as 70% back today for Belk, while cardholders are seeing 45x miles per dollar...
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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...
Wild About Travel
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...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 22 March, 2026
I’ve been enjoying my week back in Sydney. I’ll soon be winging my way to Europe for a few weeks.  I’m set to experience some new destinations and a new airline. I hope to have some interesting blog posts for you along the way. What happened last week? Two more...
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EMIRATES ETIHAD QATAR: Extend status for loyal members
The big three Gulf carriers, that’s Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways, have begun rolling out status protection measures for their loyalty members. They are aknowledging current reality that disrupted travel means fewer flights, and fewer flights mean it’s harder to retain status. Background The disruption caused by the war...