Preferred Hotels & Resorts is offering 1,000 bonus points when joining their loyalty program and using promo code LMEDEC25. The Deal Earn 1,000 bonus points when joining the Preferred Hotels iPrefer loyalty program with promo code LMEDEC25. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expiry date unknown. Quick Thoughts 1,000 points...

If you’re the kind of traveler who prefers a Zodiac ride past calving glaciers over a pool deck and umbrella drink, then Oceanwide Expeditions should be on your radar. This is a company built for travelers who want true, boots‑on‑the‑ground (and ice) exploration. No fluff, no big ship crowds, just...

The Titaner Trident zipper lock comes with 3 different levels of "locked", giving you the tradeoff between convenience and security. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...

Are pilots paid too much in the Untied States? That’s probably the wrong question to ask, but it is an issue to consider when airlines are losing money flying. Pilot Pay, Airline Economics, And An Awkward Question The Industry Avoids A recent post by an American Airlines pilot has reignited...

Save $200 on Premium Vacation Rental Through Capital One Some Capital One cardholders have an offer for a $200 discount on a vacation rental booking through Capital One Travel. These properties at part of Premier or Lifestyle Collection and most of them have a minimum of 2 nights, which makes...

A Hyatt elite member says two properties recently offered a blunt tradeoff: keep a suite, or keep the guaranteed 4 p.m. late checkout. At the Park Hyatt Saigon and Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, they were told to pack up at noon and move into a “courtesy room” to stay until...

Air France and KLM are both running a promotion through December 30 that’s giving a $50 discount when booking a paid flight. The Deal Save $50 on paid flights with Air France & KLM: Air France – use promo code AFHOLIDAY5 KLM – use promo code KLHOLIDAY5 Direct link to...

I tried the “Tacos Al Pastor” on a recent United Airlines flight and was pleasantly surprised. While the presentation may be lacking, the tacos were surprisingly good tacos for being reheated at 35,000 feet. Taste Test: Tacos Al Pastor From United Airlines Bistro On Board Menu United Airlines offers a...

For years, Pakistan’s government has been trying to privatize its struggling national airline, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The latest such bid was launched in April 2025, which came shortly after the company reported its first ”profit” in decades, and also managed to shed most of its legacy debt issues.

Tl;dr – An Air India plane recently was rediscovered, after over 12 years hiding in plain sight.  Wild… The post Misplaced Your Boeing 737? Have You Checked the Parking Lot? – Air India Rediscovers Plane After 13 Years Being ‘Lost’ appeared first on You Are Travel.

Riyadh Air is being pitched as Saudi Arabia’s new premium global airline, but it can’t serve alcohol because Saudi law still prohibits it. What most people miss is why that rule exists: it wasn’t imposed for religious reasons so much as triggered by a royal family scandal after a drunk...

Avelo Airlines officially launched Wilmington International Airport’s (ILM) first international route with nonstop service… The post Avelo Airlines Launches Wilmington’s First International Route With New Punta Cana Service appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Southwest’s finances may be stumbling right now, but the airline appears convinced its new strategy will deliver a stronger 2026, and its stock market performance suggests many investors agree. I’m not rooting against Southwest, but I remain skeptical that the current optimism will translate into durable success once the real...

Capital One Shopping has once again increased the referral bonus when getting someone to sign up to the shopping portal for the first time, with $80 available to both sides if targeted. The Deal Get $80 when referring someone to Capital One Shopping. My referral link. I think I’m already...

A jet carrying Libya’s top general crashed after takeoff in Turkey, briefly closing Ankara’s airspace and exposing how fragile high-level travel can be. Crash Kills Key Military Personnel for Libyan Army On December 23, a Dassault Falcon 50 departing Ankara crashed shortly after takeoff, killing everyone onboard, including Libya’s army...

Finally, an airline job I’m qualified for…

It’s common for airlines to oversell flights, and in some cases, they then need to find people to take alternative flights. Airlines first need to solicit volunteers, and they’ll typically offer some sort of travel credit or voucher to get people to agree to volunteer. When an airline simply solicits...

Delta CEO Ed Bastian says civility declined because airfares dropped enough for "the masses" to fly—but he’s overlooking the real triggers: crowded cabins, pandemic stress, and shifting passenger norms. Here's what the data really reveals about onboard conflicts. Continue reading Delta’s CEO Suggests Flights Were Better When ‘The Masses Couldn’t Afford...

There are a lot of amazing first class products in the world, though Emirates first class is among my favorites. That’s true whether you’re flying the Airbus A380, and can enjoy the inflight shower and bar, or whether you’re flying the new Boeing 777, and can enjoy among the world’s...