The Travelers Club
Starlux et American Airlines signent un accord d’interligne inédit
Alors que la concurrence s’intensifie sur le marché transpacifique, Starlux et American Airlines officialisent un accord d’interligne. Une collaboration a priori basique, mais qui illustre la stratégie des deux transporteurs : d’un côté, Starlux sécurise ses ambitions américaines ; de l’autre, American consolide sa connectivité domestique en s’adossant à un acteur...
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Air India : 400 millions de dollars pour réinventer ses cabines (un chantier marathon jusqu’en 2028)
Privatisée fin 2021 et de retour dans le giron de Tata Group, son propriétaire historique, Air India s’est engagée dans un plan de transformation d’une ampleur rarement vue dans l’aviation commerciale indienne. Mais si la vision est ambitieuse, l’exécution s’annonce longue et semée d’embûches. Air India : une renaissance sous...
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UPS 747-8F : atterrissage à haut risque à Taipei en plein typhon
Sous un ciel saturé de pluie, secoué par des rafales à plus de 90 km/h, un géant du fret de plus de 400 tonnes s’aligne sur la piste 05L de Taipei. Ce 13 août 2025, le Boeing 747-8F de UPS Airlines termine sa troisième tentative d’atterrissage après deux remises de...
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Incident sur la ligne Paris–Tel Aviv : un contrôleur français suspendu après un « Free Palestine »
Dans l’aviation civile, les fréquences radio sont sacrées : elles ne tolèrent que les échanges strictement nécessaires à la sécurité et à la gestion du trafic. Le 11 août 2025, cette règle intangible a été rompue au-dessus de l’Île-de-France, lorsqu’un contrôleur aérien français a adressé un « Free Palestine » aux pilotes d’un...
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Frequent Miler
(Update: Targeted?) Get a 40% bonus when transferring Amex Membership Rewards to Virgin Atlantic
Update 11/24/25: A couple of commenters have shared that they’re not seeing any bonus for Virgin Atlantic. There have been targeted Amex transfer bonuses in the past (e.g. Cathay Pacific Asia Miles and Etihad Guest), but this is the first time I recall hearing that this might be the case...
Travel Codex
SEA & PDX Pipeline Leak Forces Refueling Stops
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is facing an unusual operational challenge right before the busy Thanksgiving holiday. A pipeline leak has disrupted the airport’s primary jet fuel supply. This same pipeline delivers fuel to Portland (PDX) as well. Yet as PDX is a smaller airport, their are less issues in Portland...
Your Mileage May Vary
Two New Premium Cards, One Open Slot: Citi Strata Elite vs. Atmos Summit
If you collect points and miles long enough, every new premium card starts to look the same: big annual fee, big welcome bonus, and a bunch of credits you may…
Frequent Miler
The Aeroplan® Card from Chase has an increased offer for Black Friday
Through 12/2/25, The Aeroplan® Card from Chase is offering an additional element on the card’s current welcome bonus whereby those who apply between 11/25/25 and 12/2/25 can earn additional points on purchases that would otherwise ordinarily earn 1 point per dollar.   The Offer & Key Card Details For more...
View from the Wing
Wing Walker Hit By Arriving American Airlines Jet — Similar Accidents Show How Dangerous Ramp Jobs Can Be
Tragically, a wing walker was hit by the engine of an arriving American Airlines aircraft on November 12th at Dallas - Fort Worth. This was originally reported by aviation watchdog JonNYC and hasn't been picked up anywhere else. Continue reading Wing Walker Hit By Arriving American Airlines Jet — Similar Accidents...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Copa ConnectMiles: Up to a 90% bonus when buying miles (1.58 cents/mile)
To celebrate Black Friday, Copa Airlines have just come out with an excellent buy miles bonus offer of 90%! This used to be the best ever bonus but this past summer they offered a 100% bonus If you buy miles at the 90% bonus level (20,000 or more miles) the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Launches Cyber Monday Event With Flight Deals and Bonus Earning Opportunities
The holiday season has officially arrived and Delta Air Lines is marking the occasion… The post Delta Launches Cyber Monday Event With Flight Deals and Bonus Earning Opportunities appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: K-25 Smart Pillow
The K-25 Smart Pillow 2.0 is marketed as perfect for side sleepers, back sleepers or front sleepers. It is filled with proprietary STAR-Tech gel-infused memory foam to give ...
Bald Thoughts
How I’ve Earned $2,300 In Value In Four Months With The Citi Strata Elite Card (Review)
The Citi Strata Elite Card is the new kid on the block when it comes to premium credit cards. Although it has a $595 annual fee, the cost is at the lower end of premium travel credit cards, after so many cards have recently increased their annual fees. Introduced in...
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A Hotel Clerk Took Photos of a Guest’s Credit Card — Yes, This Is as Bad as It Sounds
It’s the 2020s and for the vast majority of hotels, even the teeny tiny, privately owned ones, there are apps available for the hotel owner to get the guest’s card…
Monkey Miles
Chase Sapphire Reserve 175k Offer – check to see if you’re targeted
Chase has a 175k offer that you can see if you’re pre-qualified for down below. There are rumors that some accounts are targeted for 200k, but you’d need to go into a branch and have a bank rep pull it for you. This one is quick and easy to see...
Altitude Yes
Early Black Friday Deal: 50% off a Thrifty Traveler Premium Subscription
Thrifty Traveler Premium goes for $49.99, and Premium+ goes for $74.99 with the company's Black Friday sale. The post Early Black Friday Deal: 50% off a Thrifty Traveler Premium Subscription first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Frequent Miler
Up to 25% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards® to Air Canada Aeroplan
A new transfer bonus has launched this morning from Chase Ultimate Rewards® to Air Canada Aeroplan, with the bonus ranging from 15% to 25% depending on the quantity of points transferred. This could be a very good deal in some circumstances.   The Deal Chase Ultimate Rewards is offering a...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
If Aer Lingus Intended To Stop Cabin Crew Strikes By Threatening to Shutter Its Manchester Base, It Succeeded
Last week, Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus dropped a bombshell announcement when it announced it was considering closing a base in Manchester, England, from where it operates long-haul leisure flights to Barbados, New York JFK, and Orlando, putting 200 jobs at risk. The shock announcement, which took workers by complete...
Live and Let’s Fly
Is This The Best Park Hyatt Deal In The World? My $213 Jakarta Stay Says Yes
I spent the last two nights of time in Asia at the Park Hyatt Jakarta, a lovely and inexpensive luxury hotel that left me very satisfied. At only $213/night, I can’t think of a better deal for a five-star Park Hyatt hotel. Park Hyatt Jakarta: Luxury For Less During this...
{Tech} for Travel
Black Friday Deals 2025: Huge Savings on Nomatic Bags and Accessories
Nomatic’s Black Friday Deals 2025 offer up to 40% off premium luggage, backpacks and travel organisers for those looking to upgrade their gear this month. The post Black Friday Deals 2025: Huge Savings on Nomatic Bags and Accessories appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Miles To Memories
Chase’s Huge New Restrictions, Hyatt’s Tech Gremlin, London/Paris Planning & A Traveler’s Stress!
The woes of extended family travel, planning for Paris and London, Chase's sad new rules & Hyatt's technological gremlin. The post Chase’s Huge New Restrictions, Hyatt’s Tech Gremlin, London/Paris Planning & A Traveler’s Stress! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Sean Duffy Dumped Strong Passenger Rights Because They’d Raise Airfares. Europe Tried It — Here’s What Happened
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has defended his decision to dump Biden-era plans to require airlines to pay guaranteed cash compensation to passengers hit by significant delays or cancellations. In an interview with Fox News, Duffy said he was taking a more “commonsense” approach to passenger rights and that proposed rules...
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Changed Diaper On Tray Table — Flight Attendant Orders Him to the Lavatory, But He Keeps Going
A Delta Air Lines passenger in seat 21C had an infant traveling with him. Mid-flight they needed a diaper change. Instead of getting up to go to the lavatory, the man dropped the tray table, tossed a thin blanket over it, and changed the baby's right there in...
Miles To Memories
Newly Acquired Brand citizenM joins Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott has revealed that citizenM is bookable on Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app with access to over 35 hotels in over 20 cities. The post Newly Acquired Brand citizenM joins Marriott Bonvoy appeared first on Miles to Memories.
You Are Travel
Six Senses Joining the Cruisin’ Game As Well?…Sort Of
tl;dr – Big-time luxury can be yours for big-time dollars. I’ve written extensively about luxury hotel brands leaning… The post Six Senses Joining the Cruisin’ Game As Well?…Sort Of appeared first on You Are Travel.
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Cliff Lodge on Nantucket Was the Most Unique Stay of Sharon’s 25 For 25 Trip
If you’ve ever visited Nantucket, MA, you know the island really has two seasons: “expensive” and “are you kidding me?” My wife Sharon was only there for one night between…
One Mile at a Time
Thai Airways 787 Business Class: Great Food (Including Caviar!), Friendly Service
Hello from Italy, as I just kicked off the return portion ofmy review trip to Bangkok! For the next segment of my trip, I flew Thai Airways’ Boeing 787-9 Royal Silk business class on the 11hr30min flight from Bangkok (BKK) to Milan (MXP).
View from the Wing
Citi’s Biggest AAdvantage Business Card Offer Is Limited-Time — Don’t Wait On 75,000 Miles, First-Year Fee Waived and Faster Status Earning
Citi has its best-ever offer for the AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard — 75,000 miles after $5,000 spend and no annual fee the first year. Lots of approvals reported. Continue reading Citi’s Biggest AAdvantage Business Card Offer Is Limited-Time — Don’t Wait On 75,000 Miles, First-Year Fee Waived and Faster Status...
The Travelers Club
Un Airbus A330neo avec Première classe pour Air Côte d’Ivoire
Fin août, Air Côte d’Ivoire franchira une étape majeure de son développement avec la livraison de son premier Airbus A330neo. Plus qu’un simple renfort de flotte, cet appareil symbolise l’entrée de la compagnie dans un cercle extrêmement restreint : celui des transporteurs osant proposer une cabine distincte du produit Business,...
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Crash du vol Air India : une coupure moteur inexpliquée
Le 12 juin 2025, le vol AI171 d’Air India quittait l’aéroport d’Ahmedabad à destination de Londres Gatwick avec 242 personnes à bord. Moins de deux minutes après le décollage, le Boeing 787-8 s’écrasait dans l’enceinte du BJ Medical College, causant la mort de 260 personnes, dont 19 au sol. Le...
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Crash du vol Air India 171 : un Boeing 787-8 s’écrase peu après son décollage d’Ahmedabad
L’aviation civile indienne vit l’un de ses jours les plus sombres. Le vol Air India 171, reliant Ahmedabad à Londres Gatwick, s’est écrasé ce jeudi 13 juin 2025, quelques instants seulement après son décollage. À bord : 242 personnes, dont 169 passagers indiens et plusieurs ressortissants britanniques, portugais et canadiens....
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Premier 787-9 nouvelle cabine d’American : déjà la panne ?
Livré fin avril 2025, le tout nouveau Boeing 787-9 d’American Airlines, immatriculé N846AN, devait symboliser la montée en gamme de la compagnie américaine. Première unité équipée de la nouvelle cabine Flagship Business Suite, ce Dreamliner inaugure une configuration premium inédite au sein de la flotte long-courrier d’American. Mais à peine...
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Air France ouvre un restaurant éphémère à Paris
Et si l’expérience de la Business pouvait se vivre les pieds sur terre ? C’est le pari renouvelé que fait Air France cet été en ouvrant un restaurant éphémère sur le rooftop des Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann. Du 25 juin au 20 août 2025, la compagnie nationale proposera aux visiteurs...
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Marriott confie l’attribution des chambres à une IA
Le groupe Marriott déploie actuellement un nouvel outil d’intelligence artificielle destiné à automatiser l’attribution des chambres dans ses établissements. Une annonce qui pourrait sembler technique, mais qui soulève des enjeux très concrets pour les clients réguliers de la chaîne et les membres du programme Marriott Bonvoy. Car derrière cette innovation...
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Oman Air rejoint oneworld le 30 juin : un atout stratégique ou une ambition en déclin ?
Près de 4 ans après l’annonce officielle, Oman Air s’apprête à intégrer officiellement l’alliance oneworld le 30 juin 2025. Une adhésion attendue, soutenue par Qatar Airways dès les premières heures, mais qui intervient dans un contexte de transformation profonde pour la compagnie nationale omanaise. Oman Air x oneworld : une...
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SWISS First : la Première classe tient-elle encore son rang ?
La Première classe est devenue un territoire d’exception dans un monde aérien en pleine rationalisation. De plus en plus de compagnies abandonnent cette cabine élitiste au profit de produits Business toujours plus sophistiqués. Dans ce contexte, que vaut encore l’offre de SWISS, filiale premium du groupe Lufthansa ? Analyse critique...