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Eine sehr entspannte Rückreise: Shanghai Airlines 787 Business Shanghai – Budapest
Ein sehr angenehmer Nachtflug zurück nach Europa … Shanghai (PVG) – Budapest (BUD)Shanghai Airlines 787 BusinessDeal: Günstiger Business…
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Sixt One nun auch in Deutschland, Österreich und Schweiz – 6.000 Euro Umsatz = Sixt Diamond
Sixt überarbeitet das Kundenbindungsprogramm … Sixt hat bereits 2025 das neue Kundenbindungsprogramm Sixt One in den Staaten eingeführt.…
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Sehr vergangener Glanz: Grand Hyatt Shanghai – Suite
Ein nicht mehr so ganz taufrisches Grand Hyatt … 2017 war ich das letzte Mal im Grand Hyatt…
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Die Vorteile der American Express Business Platinum Card im Überblick
Die American Express® Business Platinum Card bietet ein umfangreiches Leistungspaket aus Guthaben, Reisevorteilen, Versicherungen und Membership Rewards® Bonusprogramm.… Weiterlesen Die Vorteile der American Express Business Platinum Card im Überblick by PointsMag.
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Review: Virgin Atlantic 787-9 Upper Class London to New York
Background and Booking As part of my Business class flights from Amsterdam to New York, my last leg…
Miles To Memories
Rove Keeps Making Moves & Adds 15th Transfer Partner (Plus Transfer Bonus)
Rove has added yet another transfer partner. To go along with SAS Airlines as their newest partner they also launched a new transfer bonus.
View from the Wing
Aisle Fight Breaks Out on Southwest Flight in Miami — “He Hit My Daughter” Blowup Caught on Video
A Southwest flight arriving in Miami erupted into an aisle fight as passengers stood up to deplane, after one traveler appeared to bump into a child and an argument escalated instantly. Video from the cabin captures shouted accusations (“He hit my daughter”), the moment the confrontation turns physical, and the...
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AutoCamp Asheville is Officially Open
AutoCamp Asheville is officially open; and you can now book reservations through the official booking channels of Hilton. Hilton Honors members can earn and redeem points for stays through the exclusive partnership between Hilton and AutoCamp while enjoying exclusive on-property benefits — such as...
John The Wanderer
Celebrity Solstice: The $250M Facelift – New Suites and Big Changes
Caption: Celebrity Solstice sailing in Alaska (Source: Celebrity Cruises). This article is the Celebrity Solstice dry dock renovation. It is about a staggering $250 million modernization project that has completely…
One Mile at a Time
ExpertFlyer: How This Valuable Tool For Frequent Flyers Works
Every so often, I think it makes sense to talk a bit about the tools and services that I most use for managing, earning, and redeeming points. While I often mention these websites and services in passing, I think theres also merit to writing dedicated posts about them sometimes.
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Flight Review: Southwest’s New Assigned Seating and Boarding Process
Last week I had my first experience flying Southwest with the new assigned seating and boarding process flying…
Live and Let’s Fly
U.S. Citizen Detained For 43 Hours At Chicago O’Hare Over “Curious Travel History”
A Chicago-area traveler says she was detained for nearly two days after landing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, raising questions about why federal authorities held a U.S. citizen for so long. U.S. Citizen Detained At Chicago O’Hare For 43 Hours After “Curious Travel History” Flag A 28-year-old U.S. citizen from...
Miles For Family
How to Deal with Crazy Long TSA Lines at Airport
This past weekend, school Spring Break week kicked off in several cities. With that comes more airport traffic. Combined with the government shutdown that affects TSA workers, it’s a recipe for disaster. And that’s what happened at a few airports, with the biggest headlines surrounding airports in Houston and New...
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Amex thinks this tiny new lounge could fix overcrowding
American Express is trying something new with Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. Instead of waiting to find real…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
TSA Security Woes Extend to Atlanta Hartsfield But Trump Administration Blames Democrats
Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport has warned that it is also facing disruptions from extended wait times at TSA security checkpoints, as a partial federal government shutdown extends into its fourth week, with no signs of the dispute being resolved anytime soon. On Monday morning, ATL was reporting security wait times...
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Rove Becomes the Only U.S. Transfer Partner to SAS EuroBonus — With Live Award Search and a 20% Bonus Through April 8
Rove just added SAS EuroBonus as a 1:1 transfer partner along with live award availability searches built into the platform. They’re also running a 20% transfer bonus through April 8.
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Another Flight Attendant Strike at Lufthansa Could Be On The Horizon As Airline Demands ‘Radical Overhaul’ of Work Rules
Yet another flight attendant strike could be on the horizon at German flag carrier Lufthansa after the airline reportedly demanded a “radical overhaul” of work rules as it seeks to slash costs and improve its dire operating margin. The airline has been in talks with the main UFO flight attendant...
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2-3 Hours? Why TSA Lines Are Exploding at Airports During the Government Shutdown
A partial government shutdown led to chaos at many US airports on Sunday, with travelers experiencing delays of up to 3 hours!
One Mile at a Time
MH370 Search Ends Yet Again, 12 Years After Mysterious Disappearance
Last year, there was an encouraging development about the search resuming for MH370, Malaysia Airlines’ Boeing 777 that went missing in 2024. With yesterday being the 12th anniversary of the disappearance of MH370, there’s a sad update, which is that the search didn’t turn up any new findings. Let’s cover...
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Chase Sapphire Reserve: Why I’m Thinking of Getting it Soon..
As card issuers have increased fees on their premium products, I’ve made changes to my card strategy. At…
TravelUpdate
Amex Platinum Card Retention Offer, New Chase Transfer Bonus, Filght Cancellations & more…
Latest Amex Platinum Card retention bonus data point, flight cancellations due to the ongoing war & more as we recap stories from the week.
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Man Rushes Front of JetBlue Plane Before Takeoff — Bites Flight Attendant as Crew Rushes Back to Gate
A JetBlue flight from West Palm Beach to Westchester returned to the gate Sunday night after a passenger rushed to the front of the aircraft just before takeoff, prompting a security response. Passengers say the man tried to get through the front door area and bit a flight attendant during...
One Mile at a Time
Which Airport Lounges Have The Best Coffee? My Favorites…
I love great coffee. I enjoy it at home, and I especially enjoy it when traveling. Of course coffee has the benefit of having caffeine, but for me it’s so much more than that — enjoying coffee is a ritual for me, and I very much appreciate the thought and...
Eye of the Flyer
This Live Map Shows Every Delta Flight in the Air Right Now!
Aviation lovers — especially Delta Air Lines followers — your latest obsession has arrived. A new live map on Widget Watch shows every live Delta flight in the air. The data is culled from FlightRadar24, NOAA’s Aviation Weather Center, and the FAA. The map is unofficial and not affiliated with...
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Drone Attacks Near Dubai Airport As UAE Denies Retaliatory Strike On Iran
Flights have resumed at Dubai International Airport, but the security situation around one of the world’s most important aviation hubs remains anything but stable. Reports that the United Arab Emirates launched retaliatory strikes against Iran, now officially denied by Abu Dhabi, underscore how quickly this conflict is evolving. UAE Denies...
One Mile at a Time
First Class Vs. Business Class: What’s The Difference, Actually?
What’s the difference between first class and business class? Well, that’s a good question. While longtime OMAAT readers will likely know the difference right off the bat, the answer is also a bit more nuanced than initially meets the eye, and the confusion among much of the public is understandable....
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Review: Etihad/Chase Sapphire Reserve Lounge (Revisited) – Washington Dulles (IAD), Concourse A
Great food and service remain the highlights of this stylish lounge The summary I was happy to revisit this Chase lounge, which like its counterpart at JFK, is a collaboration with Etihad Airways and Chase. These two lounges are smaller than the “regular” Chase lounges (LGA, BOS, PHL, SAN) but...
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Why this is the time to get the Chase Sapphire Reserve® with a 125k offer
We review the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and its new 80k welcome offer after $4k spend in 3 months
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SIXT ONE: Das neue Bonusprogramm ist jetzt auch in Deutschland verfügbar
Autovermieter Sixt hat ein neues Bonusprogramm unter dem Namen Sixt One eingeführt. Das aktualisierte Programm basiert nun auf… Weiterlesen SIXT ONE: Das neue Bonusprogramm ist jetzt auch in Deutschland verfügbar by PointsMag.
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Ein Hot Dog: Shanghai Airlines 737 Business Chengdu – Shanghai
Gute Qualität mit einem ungewöhnlichen Catering … Chengdu (TFU) – Shanghai (PVG) Shanghai Airlines 737 BusinessDeal: Günstiger Business…
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American Express eröffnet erste Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge
American Express hat heute ein neues Lounge-Konzept lanciert: Die erste „Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge“ öffnete am 4.… Weiterlesen American Express eröffnet erste Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge by PointsMag.
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Lufthansa fliegt ab Oktober 2026 wieder nonstop nach Kuala Lumpur
Rund zehn Jahre nach der Einstellung der Strecke kehrt Lufthansa mit einem Nonstop-Flug nach Kuala Lumpur (KUL) zurück.… Weiterlesen Lufthansa fliegt ab Oktober 2026 wieder nonstop nach Kuala Lumpur by PointsMag.
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Flying Blue Promo Awards März 2026
Die Flying Blue Promo Awards sind da … Ein neuer Durchgang der Flying Blue Promo Prämien. Ein paar…
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LOT Miles and More Meilenschnäppchen März 2026
Mit den LOT Meilenschnäppchen nach Seoul … Im März hat LOT für die Business Langstrecke genau ein Ziel…
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Luftraumsperrungen im Nahen Osten führen nach Angriffen auf den Iran zu Flugausfällen
Die jüngste Eskalation im Nahen Osten nach militärischen Angriffen der USA und Israels auf den Iran und der… Weiterlesen Luftraumsperrungen im Nahen Osten führen nach Angriffen auf den Iran zu Flugausfällen by PointsMag.
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Super Ausflugsziel zum Taoismus: Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain – Suite
Ein schöner Trip in die Berge des Taoismus hinter Chengdu … Also eigentlich sollte das Grand Hyatt in…