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Zählen Hotelaufenthalte am 31. Dezember für den Status in diesem oder nächsten Jahr?
Das Jahr neigt sich dem Ende und so bleibt Reisenden nicht mehr viel Zeit, um fehlende Nächte für…
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Eye of the Flyer
Give Yourself Some Credit: Using a Delta Card to Earn MQD? Spend Above Your Threshold
If you’re depending on Delta SkyMiles® credit card spending to earn you enough Medallion® Qualification Dollars (MQD) for Medallion® status, you’d be wise to spend above and beyond what you actually need. Why? Returns, Exchanges, and Refunds, Oh, My! Here is my MQD tracker for 2026 status: If all goes...
One Mile at a Time
Saudia Airbus A321XLRs With New Flat Bed Business Class Debut Soon
In May 2023, Saudia unveiled plans to introduce an all-new business class product on its upcoming Airbus A321XLRs. At the time, the plan was for those planes to be delivered in 2024, though that timeline ended up being pushed back by a couple of years, given overall A321XLR delays.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Eyes Porto From Philadelphia — But Boston Is the Wild Card
American Airlines may be looking at Porto, Portugal as its next growth move in a country where Lisbon is effectively capped, with the obvious play being Philadelphia and the surprising twist being early talk of Boston, a rare non-hub transatlantic.
Continue reading American Airlines Eyes Porto From Philadelphia — But Boston...
Live from a Lounge
IndiGo announces flights between Delhi and London Heathrow effective February 2, 2026
IndiGo has announced the launch of flights to London Heathrow from Delhi early 2026. Here are the details.
The post IndiGo announces flights between Delhi and London Heathrow effective February 2, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
Navi Mumbai Airport operational; IndiGo, Akasa Air, Air India Express and Star Air launch flights
Navi Mumbai Airport has launched and flights are operational across the country from this airport now. Here are the details.
The post Navi Mumbai Airport operational; IndiGo, Akasa Air, Air India Express and Star Air launch flights appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Monkey Miles
The most important month for Amex: monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual credits all expire.
Several Amex cards have statement credits that need to be used each month, but also every 6 months. Here's a list to help you
The post The most important month for Amex: monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual credits all expire. appeared first on Monkey Miles.
Frequent Miler
The GigSky free eSIM plan really came in handy
I spent much of the months of November and December overseas, with November having us start off in the Bahamas and then French Polynesia. We returned home for Thanksgiving, then took off the next day for Germany, Finland, and France. During the European portion of the trip, I remembered to...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Stay Positive.
By now, you are probably overstuffed from that Christmas Eve dinner or those Chanukah latkes; exchanged gifts; listened to holiday music — and most importantly of all, reflected on what attributes and traditions are most important during the festive season of holidays...
...but what exactly is important? Family and friends —...
View from the Wing
Guests Not Welcome? New Orleans Marriott Posts “Benches Are For Employees Only” — Clumsy Fix For A Loitering Problem
A New Orleans Marriott put up a sign that reads “Benches Are For Employees Only,” and guests are reading it as a pretty blunt message. The real story is a clumsy attempt at loitering control that manages to insult guests while failing to solve the underlying problem.
Continue reading Guests Not...
View from the Wing
Airlines Killed Complimentary Elite Upgrades—They Should Offer Discounted First Class Seats Instead
Complimentary elite upgrades have largely disappeared, with airlines like Delta and American selling premium seats cheaply rather than rewarding loyalty. Instead of pretending upgrades still exist, airlines should replace them outright with meaningful first-class discounts—benefiting frequent flyers and airline bottom lines alike.
Continue reading Airlines Killed Complimentary Elite Upgrades—They Should Offer...
Hawaii Calling
Hilo International Airport Guide (2026) | Big Island Hawai’i (ITO)
Hilo International Airport (ITO) serves as the gateway to the rainy, lush eastern side of Hawai’i’s Big Island. With its laid-back charm and simple layout, this airport makes traveling to and from Hilo a breeze. I have passed through the Hilo Airport dozens of times, usually on the way to...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: 50 Up. Growing Old with In Style – Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC
50 Up. Growing Old with In Style Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC. And to quote Monty Python, Its time for something completely different. Join me as I try a few new airlines and experience destinations I love. Join me as I get old....
One Mile at a Time
How To Redeem United MileagePlus Miles For Best Value: More Useful Again
United Airlines is by far the most global of the ”big three” US carriers, and understandably, a lot of people may want to accrue miles with the MileagePlus program, to jet off on adventures. In this post, I’d like to take a look at MileagePlus miles, and the best uses...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Christmas in Vicksburg.
Christmas in Vicksburg is celebrated with a parade that uses one of the main streets of the city as its route. People were lining up along Washington Street with folding chairs, strollers, coolers filled with snacks and beverages, and other items in anticipation of watching the parade.
The post Christmas in...
View from the Wing
The Front Desk Said ‘We’ll Text You When The Room’s Ready’—And Other Luxury Hotel Lies That Steal Your Time
"We'll text you when your room’s ready"—but luxury hotels rarely follow through. These common "luxury lies" don't just frustrate, they steal your time. From fake upgrades to eco-friendly cost cuts, here’s how high-end hotels consistently fail at delivering genuine hospitality.
Continue reading The Front Desk Said ‘We’ll Text You When The...
PointsMag
Deal: SWISS First Class Budapest – Dubai ab 2.629€
Mit Start in Frankreich gibt es weiterhin günstige Lufthansa/ Swiss First Class Angebote zu zahlreichen Zielen weltweit, inklusive attraktiver Meilengutschrift bei Miles & More und anderen Star Alliance Vielfliegerprogrammen.
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Eurowings setzt neuen Premium BIZ Seat auf weiteren beliebten Ferienstrecken ein
Der neue Premium BIZ Seat von Eurowings scheint bei Reisenden gut anzukommen, nach der Teststrecke Berlin-Dubai bringt die…
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