The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Tallest Hedge In the World: Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland
Officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest and tallest hedge in the world, Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland was first planted in autumn of 1745 by Robert Murray Nairne and his wife Jean Mercer to define the eastern border of their land.
This European Beech hedge is measured at...
View from the Wing
United Airlines Accidentally Emailed Every Flight Attendant That They Were Moving To London [Roundup]
United Airlines accidentally emailed its entire flight attendant group telling them they were being transferred to London, creating instant chaos and confusion. Plus why airports using private screeners are holding up better than TSA airports, how erratic security lines waste even more of travelers’ time than the waits themselves, and...
View from the Wing
I’m Earning More Than 3X Points on Everything With the New Bilt Palladium Card—It’s More Of A Juggernaut Than I Expected
I got the new Bilt Palladium card expecting good value—but now I'm consistently earning over 3 points per dollar on all my spending. The card’s points-earning power, especially combined with paying my mortgage, Bilt Cash redemptions, and frequent transfer bonuses, makes it an absolute juggernaut. Here’s why it’s quickly become...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Sailing On Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Evrima Ship (Lovely!)
While I’ve reviewed hundreds of airlines, airport lounges, and hotels, this will be my first time ever reviewing a cruise. I recently spent three nights sailing on Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Evrima. I’ve been fascinated by the general trend of luxury hotel groups starting their own cruise lines (well, or more...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Polaris Suite Doors Will Be Locked Open…For Now
If you were hoping for extra privacy onboard United Airlines’ new 787-9 by sliding your suite door shut in Polaris Business Class, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Until these doors are certified, you will not be able close them. United Polaris Suite Doors Will Be Locked Open At...
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JetBlue Pilots Sue To Stop The United Partnership — Claiming It Violates Their Contract
JetBlue pilots are suing over the airline’s United partnership, arguing that Blue Sky goes far beyond a normal interline deal and crosses into territory their contract was designed to block. The fight could become a serious threat to one of JetBlue’s most important commercial bets, because if the union wins...
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Rove Miles May Have The Best Hotel Trick In Points — Burn Miles, Earn Hotel Points And Elite Credit
Rove Miles is drawing attention for its 50% transfer bonus to Japan Airlines, but the more surprising feature may be on the hotel side. In some cases, you can redeem Rove points for what amounts to a prepaid hotel stay and still earn the hotel’s own points, elite night credit,...
One Mile at a Time
Four Seasons Yachts Sets Sail: Prices, Suites, Dining, Itineraries, How To Book
Four Seasons is known for its luxury hotels, though the brand is now getting into the cruising industry, with the introduction of Four Seasons Yachts. While I’ve covered this in the past, there’s now a major update, as the first voyage has set sail, so this is now actually a...
