Ultima Llamada
Viajando en el Vuelo Internacional más Corto de Europa! Helsinki-Tallin ATR-72
EL VUELO MÁS CORTO DE EUROPA Ya había volado hace algún tiempo el vuelo más corto operado por un Boeing 787 en Europa, pero esta vez quería ir un poquito más allá. Estando en los países nórdicos se presentó la posibilidad de montar en el vuelo internacional más corto de...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Uzbekistan to No Longer Require Visas For Citizens of the United States
Uzbekistan will offer visa free entry to visitors of the United States effective as of Thursday, January 1, 2026, which means that visitors from those countries will save as much as $20.00 in fees. The purpose of this measure is to increase tourism, boost the economy, support entrepreneurship, and strengthen...
One Mile at a Time
United Removes Stumbling Woman From Flight, But Not All Employees Agree
It’s not uncommon to see people removed from flights for poor behavior. However, here’s an interesting twist on that, as it seemed not all employees at the airline were on the same page about removing a traveler.
Frequent Miler
Some cardholders receiving generous retention offers to keep Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card
The refresh of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card left many of us disappointed. In fact, the highly couponified refresh made our list for Bonvoyed of the Year awards, and early reactions from readers indicate that many readers share the same disappointments. Now, Doctor of Credit reports that some cardholders are...
View from the Wing
Two Cats Karen Screams “You Are Ruining Christmas” — Alaska Airlines Won’t Let Her Stuff Two Pets Under One Seat
Alaska Airlines staff refuse to let her fly after she shows up with two big cats in a single underseat carrier and insists she has “done this for years.” She escalates into a “you are ruining Christmas” rant, demands to be shown the policy “where I booked,” and argues there’s...
Frequent Miler
(Pending points credited at 0.6c per point) All Mesa Homeowners credit cards closed, effective immediately
Update 12/22/25: Cardholders are reporting that Mesa has credited them for pending points at 0.6c per point. That’s obviously not as good as being able to transfer to partners, but it is a much better outcome than getting nothing at all for those pending rewards. The previous post follows. Update...
One Mile at a Time
The Evolving Ways Airlines Open Award Seats, Which Changes The Points Game
I recently wrote about how the miles & points world has changed over the years. As is the case with just about any industry, things evolve over time, and some developments are positive, while others are negative.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Complete List of 500 Small Luxury Hotels of the World Properties With Hilton
The continued onboarding of Small Luxury Hotels of the World boutique properties — as the result of an exclusive strategic partnership with Hilton that was first announced on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 — now includes at least 500 independently-minded luxury hotel properties to guests of Hilton and to greater than...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Gave a Free Hotel After 12-Hour Delay — Passenger Claims $84 Room Had Bed Bugs, Mold, And Smoke
After a 12-hour delay, an American Airlines passenger says the airline offered a free hotel—until reviews described smoke smell, water damage and mold, and even bed bugs at an $84-a-night property. It’s a reminder that airline hotel vouchers can be a dice roll, and you may be better off booking...
Altitude Yes
How Long Does it Take American to Reinstate Miles After Cancelling an Award Ticket?
If you're booking another flight with those miles, it's helpful to put your new flight on hold first before cancelling your original award ticket.
The post How Long Does it Take American to Reinstate Miles After Cancelling an Award Ticket? first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Frequent Miler
15% transfer bonus to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles from Amex Membership Rewards (Targeted?)
We received a reader report from someone who found what appears to be a targeted a 15% transfer bonus from Amex Membership Rewards to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles. With the transfer ratio to Asia Miles set to reduce in March 2026, this may be useful for those looking to build...
One Mile at a Time
Air Tahiti All-Business Class ATR HighLine Turboprop Flights Take Off Late 2026
Air Tahiti, the regional carrier operating turboprop flights in French Polynesia, will soon be introducing an all-new way to travel. It’s mighty swanky, and tickets for the product are now on sale (thanks to MaxPower for flagging this).
Bald Thoughts
AA Eliminates Basic Economy Rewards, Downgrade Strategies, Hotels vs. Staying with Family
Welcome to The Morning Shave for Monday, December 22, 2025. American Airlines has eliminated AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points on Basic Economy tickets. What to do if you’ve been downgraded on a flight. And why more people are choosing to stay at a hotel instead of sleeping in the guest...
Miles To Memories
Bilt Travel Portal Lets You See Cash & Award Prices Side by Side
Earlier this month, Bilt launched a new feature that lets you search for flights and instantly see both cash prices and how many Bilt Points you’d need if you transfer to airline partners, all in one view.
The post Bilt Travel Portal Lets You See Cash & Award Prices Side by...
Live and Let’s Fly
Onboard United Airlines’ “Inaugural” Newark–Casablanca Flight (Diversion)
A United Airlines flight to Marrakesh made an unscheduled stop in Casablanca, creating quite a problem for passengers and crew onboard. United Airlines’ Newark–Marrakesh Flight Diverts To Casablanca After Weather Disruption Daichovo on FlyerTalk shared a rather witty but poignant “trip report” of his flight from Newark (EWR) to Casablanca...
