The Travelers Club
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....
The Travelers Club
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...
The Travelers Club
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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Frequent Miler
How to apply for the Sapphire Reserve for Business card
The new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ Card is out with a huge welcome offer which requires a huge amount of spend. In this post I’ll help you understand why you may be eligible even if you don’t think you have a business, plus I’ll show step by step how to...
Josh Trips
How long does it take for the Chase Sapphire Reserve Business giftcards.com credit to post?
As I just got the brand-new Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business card at the end of June, I…
The Shutterwhale
American Express Cards Now Accepted on Singapore Public Transport – Get S$3 Back on Every S$6 Transit Spend!
American Express is now accepted for public transport fares on Singapore’s MRT and buses. From 3-31 July 2025, eligible cardholders can register for an Amex Offer to receive S$3 back on every S$6 spent on transit fares, up to five times per registered card.
View from the Wing
Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market
Delta is planning for a premium-heavy Airbus A350-1000 widebody, with the first plane being delivered next year. These planes will feature a new Delta One Suite in business class, as well as new economy seats. Continue reading Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name Again
As part of a broader effort to improve the experience of passengers, a new name was once again announced from the Port of Oakland for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. The new name for the airport will likely be... The post Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name Again appeared first on...
Points With a Crew
The Most Ridiculous Landmarks in All 50 States
How many of the most ridiculous landmarks in all 50 US States have you been to? Personally, I can only count 2 - can you top that?
Travel Codex
The Ultimate Car Rental Guide: 10 Essential Tips to Save Money and Avoid Headaches
Renting a car might seem straightforward, but there’s actually a lot more to it than just picking up keys and driving away. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or managing business travel, understanding the ins and outs of car rentals can save you hundreds of dollars and prevent major headaches...
Travel Codex
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Big on Summer Travel
Summer is calling, but your wallet might be crying. If you’ve been browsing airfare and hotel prices lately, you’ve probably experienced some serious sticker shock. Between sky-high hotel rates, inflated rental car prices, and airfare that seems to defy gravity, planning that dream summer getaway can feel like a financial...
Your Mileage May Vary
Paying for a UK ETA in USD? You Might Pay More That Way
I think the British Government just scammed me. Well, wait—that’s a bit harsh. It’ll make sense in a minute. Applying for a UK ETA Since we’re planning a trip where…
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Reserve $300 Travel Credit: How It Works
The Chase Sapphire Reserve Card (review) and Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM (review) are lucrative premium travel cards. There are lots of reasons to consider picking up these cards, including great rewards structures, lounge access, and more.
Frequent Miler
Chase going the way of Capital One & only rewarding for referrals of new-to-bank Ink business cardholders
Chase seems determined to win our Bonvoyed of the Year award in December. After relaunching the Sapphire Reserve card with a 45% increase in the annual fee, a plethora of coupon book benefits, removing 1.5c redemptions via Chase Travel℠, and a (fairly) lackluster welcome offer, advising people that they could...
The Alviator
Trip Report Introduction: Intra-Europe Extravaganza
I flew quite a few intra-European flights in 2025 to get to various destinations and review airlines. Here's my trip report introduction. The post Trip Report Introduction: Intra-Europe Extravaganza appeared first on The Alviator.
View from the Wing
1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards
Here’s a CEO who spent 1.83 million American Express Membership Rewards points to cover a surprise tariff bill at the guitar pedal manufactuing company he runs in Oklahoma Cty. Continue reading 1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards...
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CA and TN Airports Both Vote for Name Changes
Full disclosure: Until my husband and I began travel blogging 8 1/2 years ago, I had no idea that “changing the name of an airport” happened so frequently. But over…
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BoardingArea
12 Essential Travel Apps for Smooth Summer Trips
I've always believed that a well-planned summer trip can feel like a smooth breeze rather than a whirlwind. Yet, from booking flights to finding last-minute accommodations, those unexpected snags often pop up along the way. Good thing digital tools have come a long way—these days, there's an app for practically...
Frequent Miler
Flying Blue members get better and/or cheaper award availability with elite status
United has long offered improved and discounted award availability to credit card holders and those with elite status in the MileagePlus program. It looks like Air France/KLM are taking a leaf out of United’s book for Flying Blue elite members. One Mile At A Time has given an example of...
Hawaii Calling
Apple AirTags Are on Sale — Unusual and Everyday Uses You May Not Know About
I’ve spent years (decades now) island-hopping across Hawai‘i, I know how fast a smooth itinerary can unravel. Take this one: I left Atlanta on a Delta flight headed for Honolulu, already cutting it close. My checked bag? It made it to Maui ahead of me, routed on the correct connecting...
Miles To Memories
Flying Blue Promo Awards, 25% Discount on Award Flights to Europe
Flying Blue has published their new promo awards for this month which are discounted award tickets to Europe. The post Flying Blue Promo Awards, 25% Discount on Award Flights to Europe appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Exclusive Summer Promotion For Top Tier Elite Members of Marriott Bonvoy and United Airlines MileagePlus
An exclusive promotion during Summer 2025 for top tier elite members of the Marriott Bonvoy and United Airlines MileagePlus membership programs is currently under way through which qualified members can earn 750 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points on eligible flights that are operated by United Airlines; and 500 bonus United Airlines...
Wingtips
Qantas First A321XLR Has Landed, A New Era Takes Off
For those unfamiliar with Qantas (which seems highly unlikely), they’re Australia’s flag carrier and a household name in… The post Qantas First A321XLR Has Landed, A New Era Takes Off appeared first on Wingtips.
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American Airlines Admits Mistake, Reverses Controversial Cut: Pajamas And Mattress Pads Coming To Business Class This Summer
American has decided to reverse course on pajamas. There will also be mattress pads. And they won’t be taking away the slippers to pay for it. Continue reading American Airlines Admits Mistake, Reverses Controversial Cut: Pajamas And Mattress Pads Coming To Business Class This Summer...
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Hotels Have A Sneaky New Fee – Here’s What They’re Doing Now
Hotels have devised numerous ways to generate additional revenue from guests. Whether it’s charging for regular Wi-Fi and offering “premium” access for a fee, tacking on excessive parking charges, or…
Miles To Memories
Chase Offers, Save 10% at Select Marriott Brands When You Book by 8/15
Chase is targeting some cardholders with new offers for savings at select Marriott brands. The post Chase Offers, Save 10% at Select Marriott Brands When You Book by 8/15 appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Does JetBlue Have A Future, Or Is A Merger The Only Option? My Take…
It’s a tough time for the US airline industry, and consumers are the ones benefiting from that. Long story short, the industry is very much dominated by the ”big four,” with Delta and United taking home the lion’s share of the profits.
The Travelers Club
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...
The Travelers Club
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...
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Starlink : United suspend temporairement le Wi-Fi à bord
L’ambition était claire : doter toute la flotte régionale bi-classe de United Express (dans un premier temps) d’un Wi-Fi satellitaire de nouvelle génération d’ici fin 2025. Mais à peine entamée, la révolution connectée signée Starlink rencontre son premier contretemps. En cause ? Des interférences radio entre les antennes Starlink installées...
The Travelers Club
CE 261/2004 : vers la fin des indemnisations faciles en cas de retard aérien ?
C’est l’un des dispositifs les plus protecteurs pour les passagers dans le monde. Depuis 2004, le règlement européen CE 261/2004 oblige les compagnies aériennes à indemniser les passagers en cas de retard ou d’annulation, sauf circonstances extraordinaires. Mais vingt ans après son entrée en vigueur, l’Europe s’apprête à revoir les...
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Riyadh Air mise sur l’A350-1000 : un choix stratégique qui écarte Boeing
Alors que le lancement de Riyadh Air approche, toujours prévu pour fin 2025, la compagnie saoudienne s’apprête à finaliser une commande majeure de gros-porteurs. Selon plusieurs sources concordantes, Airbus s’apprête à remporter la bataille face à Boeing, avec une commande d’environ 50 A350, majoritairement dans la version -1000. Si l’annonce...
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Global Airlines : une communication désormais plus bruyante que son A380
Après avoir réussi à opérer deux rotations transatlantiques ponctuelles de Glasgow et Manchester à New York en Airbus A380, Global Airlines tente aujourd’hui de reprendre le contrôle du narratif. La compagnie, souvent moquée pour son ambition perçue comme fantasque, publie un message de défense en règle sur LinkedIn, mêlant ironie,...
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Korean Air : 50 ans à Paris, mais toujours en retrait face à la concurrence ?
Korean Air a célébré hier le cinquantième anniversaire de sa liaison entre Paris et Séoul. Une longévité dans le paysage aérien tricolore, que la compagnie a fêtée avec un faste mesuré au Centre Culturel Coréen de Paris, en présence d’officiels, d’ambassadeurs et de partenaires historiques. Pourtant, derrière les discours convenus...
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France Air Expo 2025 : l’aviation générale s’expose à Lyon dans un salon stratégique et visionnaire
Du 5 au 7 juin 2025, l’aéroport de Lyon-Bron devient la capitale française de l’aviation générale avec la tenue de France Air Expo. Unique en son genre, ce salon est le seul événement dédié exclusivement à l’aviation générale en France, et s’impose comme un rendez-vous incontournable pour les professionnels, passionnés...