Economondo
The World’s Shortest Flight (Plus a Few Others): Loganair’s Orkney Islander Service
Flying on Loganair's BN Islander operated Orkney Island Hopper service, including a ride on the world's shortest flight
Economy Class & Beyond
Travelling to Heathrow This Weekend? Use the Piccadilly Line (No Heathrow Express or Elizabeth Line trains)
If you’re planning to travel from Central London to Heathrow Airport this weekend, allow extra time for your journey. Why? The Elizabeth Line and Heathrow Express will not operate this weekend. What’s going on? There is engineering work on the line between Hayes and Harlington and Heathrow Terminals this weekend, requiring the...
Traveling For Miles
Get a 70% bonus on Chase transfers to Marriott (best bonus for a while)
Chase has brought back a Marriott transfer promotion that we seem to see appear every few months, but this time around the bonus on offer is higher than the 40% - 60% bonuses we have been accustomed to seeing. The post Get a 70% bonus on Chase transfers to Marriott (best...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: New Aircraft, Old Friends – To Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways
New Aircraft, Old Friends Autumn Adventures to Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways Well, let’s go with a new trip report from the hand of your writer, looking at passenger experience, as well as hotels and a few other things on the way. Welcome to the start of this...
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One Mile at a Time
Capital One Venture X Business Card: 11 Reasons The Card Is Worth Apply For
Link: Learn more about the Capital One Venture X Business
Live and Let’s Fly
Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur: Great Location
I spent my third and final night in Kuala Lumpur at the Hyatt Centric City Centre, a reasonably-priced, centrally-located Hyatt hotel. Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur: Nice Location, Cheap Price While the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur was over 700 USD/night (I used points…), the Hyatt Centric was only 112/night....
View from the Wing
More Travelers Are Being Kicked Out of Global Entry Than Approved — But 39% Win Appeals
More people are being kicked out of Global Entry than approved, and nearly 40% of those who challenge the decision get reinstated. DHS often won’t disclose the reason for a revocation, leaving travelers to appeal blind — and the high reversal rate suggests many removals never should have happened in...
Miles For Family
The Best Flight Attendants, New Transfer Bonuses and More
New Chase Transfer Bonuses: Chase recently added a 40% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic an a 70% transfer bonus to Marriott. I’ve updated the November 2025 Transfer Bonuses post to reflect these additions. Texas Scores World’s Largest Cruise Ship!: Royal Caribbean just announced that the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Why Are Fire Hydrants Different Colors in More Cities?
Fire hydrants may be the ideal way to cool off in the summer when a sprinkler cap is attached, or a preferred “urinal” on which numerous male dogs relieve themselves — but when a fire erupts and threatens structures and lives, knowing that firefighters of the local fire department can...
Live and Let’s Fly
Taco Bell In Kuala Lumpur…
What started off as a small afternoon snack became my unexpected dinner…yes, another trip to Taco Bell in Kuala Lumpur. Taco Bell In Kuala Lumpur Last time I was in Kuala Lumpur I tried Taco Bell, enjoyed it, and figured I’d stop by again this trip, just for a little...
One Mile at a Time
Gah: Should I Spend An Absolute Fortune To Fly Air Côte d’Ivoire For A Day?
In a separate post, I shared the details of an upcoming review trip that I’ve planned, where I’ll be flying Porter, Air France, Aircalin, Thai Airways, and SWISS. There’s one thing I’m trying to decide on, and I’d very much appreciate some feedback…
The Bulkhead Seat
FAA Halves Required Flight Cancellations as Air Traffic Recovers Post Shutdown
The outlook for air travel is improving as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) eased… The post FAA Halves Required Flight Cancellations as Air Traffic Recovers Post Shutdown appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Cars Auctioned at Airport Parking, Dying on a Flight, .5 Million Points Promo, Norwegian Escape Full Review and Merchant Card Changes
Did you know tons of cars are simply abandoned each year at airport parking lots? Why in the world does this happen and what happens to the abandoned cars? We break it down this week. Do you ever worry about dying on a flight? No? OK but what happens when...
View from the Wing
Elizabeth Warren Says Premium Flying Shows Inequality — Yet She Flies Private While Airlines Make Upgrades Cheaper Than Ever
Senator Elizabeth Warren argues that rising premium-cabin travel shows growing inequality, but the data tells a very different story. Airlines have expanded premium seating and cut upgrade prices, making those products more accessible than ever—even as Warren herself regularly flies on private jets. Continue reading Elizabeth Warren Says Premium Flying Shows...
Frequent Miler
Why a top travel card needs fixing, Bilt’s cunning Rakuten move, getting while giving and more [Week in Review]
This week, I felt the pinch for the first few times since my wife’s Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card got access to the new benefits (she was a cardholder prior to 6/23/25, so her card took on the new benefits on 10/26/25). We booked a flight via Expedia that wasn’t available...
No Work All Travel
Tourise Riyadh 2025
Since introducing tourism visas in 2019, Saudi Arabia has been establishing itself as a leisure tourism powerhouse. Tourise Riyadh 2025, the inaugural held between November 11-13 event by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism, is a great example of this investment. Attendees combined Saudi, GCC, and worldwide players in hospitality, finance,...
One Mile at a Time
BOOKED: Aircalin A330neo, SWISS A350, Thai Airways 787, And More!
Well, I guess it’s review trip ”season,” because I’m heading out on another review trip shortly, to check out some products that I think y’all will enjoy! I just recently took a trip to Iceland, and then tagged on a fun review trip from there. Now I’m heading back out...
View from the Wing
Congressman Caught Scrolling Sexual Images on United Flight — Says He ‘Looks At Pictures Of Women Longer Than Sunsets’
A fellow passenger photographed Congressman Brad Sherman on a United flight with sexualized images visible on his iPad, prompting the California Democrat to give an unusual interview about the incident. Sherman admits he looked at the posts, says they appeared in his “For You” feed, and added that he tends...
Economondo
The World’s Shortest Flight (Plus a Few Others): Loganair’s Orkney Islander Service
Flying on Loganair's BN Islander operated Orkney Island Hopper service, including a ride on the world's shortest flight
One Mile at a Time
Which Airlines Have The Best Flight Attendants? Here Are My Favorites…
Here’s a topic that I figured would be interesting to discuss — which airlines have the most consistently excellent flight attendants?
No Work All Travel
My Michelin-starred Weekend at lebua Bangkok
Disclaimer: In exchange for a review, I was invited to indulge in a lebua Bangkok Michelin weekend. I never try to be a parrot for companies, but here’s a rare exception. Lebua Bangkok created a very appropriate phrase to describe itself: vertical destination. Sure, plenty of hotels in that city...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Fancy Guaranteed Cash Compensation For a Delayed Or Canceled Flight? President Trump Says No
In the fading days of President Biden’s time in office, his administration introduced a proposed rulemaking that would have given air travelers previously unheard rights, including forcing airlines to offer free rebooking, meals, hotel rooms, and even cash compensation for passengers facing a significant delay or canceled flight. The rulemaking...
PointsMath
Virgin Atlantic High Five: A Milestone Benefit After Five Years of Flying
I have always been amused by Virgin Atlantic, specifically its frequent flyer program. Sometimes they give us bad news & sometimes good news. And, there is actually some good news for everyone, not just frequent travellers. Virgin Atlantic High Five is an added benefit for members of Virgin Atlantic Flying...
PointsMath
IHG New Hotels Award Discount Stays – Pay 15% Fewer Points
IHG has been opening new hotels worldwide, with more hotels in the pipeline. They have been staying at these new IHG properties with discounted stays. At these IHG New hotels, you can also book a discounted stay with 15% fewer points. 15% Discount on IHG New Hotels Award For award stays...
PointsMath
TAP Air Portugal TAP Miles&GO Status Match Offer
TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal & part of Star Alliance, is offering a status match opportunity for members in Europe. This is a great way to achieve Star Alliance Gold status in Europe. TAP Air Portugal TAP Miles&GO Status Match Basics TAP Air Portugal offers a status...
Economy Class & Beyond
Travelling to Heathrow This Weekend? Use the Piccadilly Line (No Heathrow Express or Elizabeth Line trains)
If you’re planning to travel from Central London to Heathrow Airport this weekend, allow extra time for your journey. Why? The Elizabeth Line and Heathrow Express will not operate this weekend. What’s going on? There is engineering work on the line between Hayes and Harlington and Heathrow Terminals this weekend, requiring the...
Live from a Lounge
Navi Mumbai Airport to be Operational effective December 25; Akasa Air and IndiGo open ticket sales
Navi Mumbai Airport is set to launch its operations on December 25, 2025. Here are the details of the first flight operations. The post Navi Mumbai Airport to be Operational effective December 25; Akasa Air and IndiGo open ticket sales appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Frequent Miler
Chase Aeroplan Card 100K welcome offer back (but big spend required)
There’s a six-figure offer back again on the Chase Aeroplan Card, but to unlock the full bonus, you’ll need to spend a lot, which might be appealing for someone who intends to do so for elite status. The Offer & Key Card Details Quick Thoughts At first glance, this offer...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air Algérie becomes the latest A330neo operator
Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330neo – an A330-900neo. The move marks a major point in the modernisation of the airline’s long-haul fleet and in its long-standing partnership with Airbus. The A330-900 will play a role in Air Algérie’s expansion plans from Algiers, enabling the launch...
Economy Class & Beyond
Alaska Airlines sets out their Seattle – Rome plans
For those of you who wish to fly between Seattle and Rome, there’s excellent news – Alaska Airlines has confirmed its plans to operate the route, with a start date set. The airline will commence operations from Seattle on 28th April 2026, with the airline scaling the service to Rome-Fiumicino...
Economondo
Trying Out the Faroes’ National Airline: Copenhagen to Vágar with Atlantic Airways
Flying on an Airbus A320 from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands with the Atlantic Airways
Traveling For Miles
Marriott Bonvoy Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale for 2025
Marriott has just announced its Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale for 2025 and, a little surprisingly, it's marginally better than any of the Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales that we've seen Marriott release in recent years. The post Marriott Bonvoy Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale for 2025 appeared first on Traveling For...
Economy Class & Beyond
Jet2 to lauch a new base at London Gatwick Airport
If nothing beats a Jet2 Holiday, then for travellers flying from Gatwick, you’re in for a treat, with the Jet2 Plc launching a new base at the South of London Airport. The group will launch both its flights and package holidays from the South of London airport. It marks the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Singapore to implement a Sustainable Air Fuel depature levy
For those departing Singapore, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is planning to introduce a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Levy. The levy will apply to Origin-Destination traffic, cargo shipments, and general and business aviation flights departing Singapore from 1 October 2026, applicable for tickets or services sold from 1 April...
{Tech} for Travel
OPPO Find X9 Series adds Hasselblad optics & 7500mAh Power
OPPO Find X9 Series debuts with a 200MP Hasselblad telephoto lens, advanced Dimensity chipset, and 7500mAh battery for long-lasting performance. The post OPPO Find X9 Series adds Hasselblad optics & 7500mAh Power appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economondo
Sampling KLM Cityhopper’s Sleek Embraer E2: Amsterdam to Copenhagen
Flying from Amsterdam to Copenhagen on a KLM Cityhopper Embraer E2