Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways introduces Privilege Club Pro – Points Subscription Packages 
It seems the quest for more money, whilst offering points continues, with Qatar Airways launching Privilege Club Pro. Privilege Club Pro allows members of the club to subscribe and earn Avios, as well as Qualifying QPoints, on a monthly basis. It marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (12th July)
We’re enjoying another heatwave in the United Kingdom again, where being sweaty is a way of life now. Through the sweat, it’s still Saturday, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond  Life is a beach sometimes – West Kirby Beach, Wirral   Route and...
Economondo
Not Your Standard Leisure Airline! A Surprisingly Good Flight on a Neos Dreamliner: Rhodes to Verona
Flying on Italian leisure carrier Neos on one of their Dreamliners between Rhodes and Verona
Economy Class & Beyond
British Airways to add three new shorthaul routes from Gatwick and City airport
For the upcoming winter season, British Airways is trying to convince passengers onto shorthaul routes from Gatwick and London City Airport. BA Euroflyer, British Airways’ Gatwick-based subsidiary, will operate year-round services to the capital of Morocco, Rabat, and the Austrian city break destination, Graz, from the 2025 winter season, whilst...
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Frequent Miler
More easy rewards: Staples fee-free $200 Mastercard gift cards
Staples is again offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee from Sunday, 7/13/25 through Saturday, 7/19/25. Note that there a limit of nine per customer per day is listed, but some may be able to purchase more at their local store. The Deal Staples will again be offering...
Travel Codex
Reasons I Choose Scenic River Cruises + Special Sale
As I prepare for another trip on Scenic cruises, I am reflecting on what makes me love Scenic River Cruises over the competition. The river market space is crowded but there’s so much to love about the different brands, its great to see Scenic river cruises do unique things that...
One Mile at a Time
Can You Still Visit Cockpits On Airlines? Yes, Typically, And Here’s How To Ask
Many of us in the miles & points world aren’t just into traveling, but are also aviation geeks. As an avgeek, there aren’t many places that are cooler to see than the cockpit of a big jet. In this post, I want to address a question I see every so...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
‘Combative and Stressful’: British Watchdog Slams Airport Security Over Mistreatment of Flight Attendants
There’s probably nothing controversial in saying that the airport security experience can be an incredibly stressful and often bewildering experience, with agents barking directions and making up new rules on the spot, as well as issuing all sorts of threats unless you comply with their orders. Just how stressful and...
Points With a Crew
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
Your Mileage May Vary
7 Apps You Need to Have When Traveling
Your Smartphone is a precious tool to help you when traveling. To maximize its functionality, you need to have the right apps installed and make sure they’re updated before you…
View from the Wing
Capital One Lounge Crowds Are Out Of Control In Denver—Use This Quick Trick For Instant Privacy
Capital One's Denver airport lounge could be great, but it's too small. As a result, the place gets packed and waits to get in can be long. Once inside, the food is good, but too many seats don't have power outlets. There is a trick to find...
Frequent Miler
Alliant Cashback Visa going from 2.5% back everywhere to 1.6%
The Alliant Cashback Visa has been an under-the-radar star for cashback lovers for some time. For folks who also hold an Alliant high-yield checking account, the card earns 2.5% everywhere on up to $10K in spend per billing cycle, after which it goes down to 1.5%. Even with the added...
One Mile at a Time
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Cruises: Ships, Experience, How To Book
In late 2022, we saw the launch of Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. While I’d say that this is Marriott or Ritz-Carlton’s entry into the cruising world, in reality, this is just a licensing agreement. Nonetheless, this is a pretty special product, and the hotel angle is interesting.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Hotel Bonus Points offers for July 2025
Here are our Top Hotel Stay Bonuses for this month! These are for stays that you credit to a hotel frequent guest program. Many of these offers go beyond this month so don’t count them out for stays you’re booking past this month. If none of the offers listed below...
Live and Let’s Fly
Some AI Great At Evaluating Award Charts, Value, Some Not
A recent experience with xAI’s Grok demonstrated that AI can be surprisingly good at evaluating award charts and redemption value.  Turkish Airlines’ Miles&Smiles Offered Million Mile Challenge In the last couple of weeks, Turkish Airlines announced a challenge to engage its audience and demonstrate the breadth of its expansive network....
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Join Air France KLM Flying Blue and fly in Business Class to earn 10,000 bonus miles (Portugal & Spain only?)
Earn 10,000 bonus Flying Blue Miles when you join the program and complete one flight in business class on Air France or KLM.  Book by Jul 26 for travel until Aug 26, 25. Portugal: Click here for more details Spain: Click here for more details We assume this offer is...
Monkey Miles
Ends soon! Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point
You can buy IHG points with a bonus of 75 to 100% depending on when you purchase The post Ends soon! Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point appeared first on Monkey Miles.
One Mile at a Time
New Qatar Airways Privilege Club Pro Subscription Service: Worth It?
It’s common for airlines to sell points directly to consumers. While this most frequently happens in the form of ongoing promotions to buy points, we also sometimes see airlines launch subscription services. Qatar Airways Privilege Club has just launched its own version of this, with a twist, as it includes...
View from the Wing
Southwest Flight Attendants Wanted A New Union—Say Leaders Punished Them To Silence Dissent
The flight attendants union - which represents about 20,000 flight attendants and has long embodied the premise that a customer-facing work group could be unionized and still provide exemplary service - appears to be in the midst of an internal scandal. Continue reading Southwest Flight Attendants Wanted A New Union—Say Leaders...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Couple Walking at Dublin Castle in Ireland. Sunday Morning Photograph.
I spotted a couple walking in the courtyard at Dublin Castle in Ireland — but instead of waiting for the two people to get out of the viewing range of the scene, I decided to take a photograph of them just off center of the main center arch of the...
Frequent Miler
Earn $450 Bonus With A New US Bank Checking Account
US Bank has another promotion for new Bank Smartly checking accounts that offers up to a $450 bonus with fairly simple requirements. This deal is available in states within US Bank’s footprint and requires signing up for online banking and making at least two direct deposits within the first 90...
Live from a Lounge
10 great miles and points buying opportunities available in July 2025
Here are some amazing opportunities for you to buy miles and points and plan your next vacation at literally 40-50% of the usual prices! The post 10 great miles and points buying opportunities available in July 2025 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways introduces Privilege Club Pro – Points Subscription Packages 
It seems the quest for more money, whilst offering points continues, with Qatar Airways launching Privilege Club Pro. Privilege Club Pro allows members of the club to subscribe and earn Avios, as well as Qualifying QPoints, on a monthly basis. It marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has...
Wingtips
WingTips Weekly: All the Miles, Moans, and Must-Know Deals
Welcome aboard WingTips Weekly, your one-stop cabin for all things loyalty, luxury, low-cost chaos and lounge lurks. If… The post WingTips Weekly: All the Miles, Moans, and Must-Know Deals appeared first on Wingtips.
One Mile at a Time
Is A Delta Boeing 787 Dreamliner Order Inevitable, Sooner Or Later?
Let me start by emphasizing that I have no inside knowledge here, but instead, I thought it would be interesting to discuss a claim made by one of OMAAT’s most prolific commenters.
View from the Wing
The Taliban Released A Tourism Ad Inviting You To Afghanistan—Is It On Your Bucket List Yet? [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading The Taliban Released A Tourism Ad Inviting You To Afghanistan—Is It On Your Bucket List Yet? [Roundup]...
The Alviator
Review: Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)
A review of Cathay Pacific's business class lounge at Heathrow, featuring amenities such as shower rooms and a made-to-order noodle bar. The post Review: Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR) appeared first on The Alviator.
an airplane flying over a stadium
BoardingArea
Last-Minute Flights to Wimbledon 2025
Wimbledon 2025 is just around the corner, and there's something magical about deciding on a whim to hop across the pond for a live glimpse of tennis greatness. It can be thrilling to seal a seat at Centre Court when you're armed with a little flexibility, a handful of miles,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Aeromexico to install Viasat Amara on Embraer aircrft
Viasat and Aeromexico announced the installation of in-flight internet connectivity on Aeromexico’s E190 jets, So far, six Aeromexico Embraer E190 aircraft are equipped with Viasat’s Wi-Fi technology, enabling customers to enjoy fast and reliable internet connectivity. Installation of Viasat’s in-flight Wi-Fi solution on the remaining 28 aircraft, totalling 34 E190s,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Eurostar to boost London to Amsterdam route to five times a day
As teased during Eurostar’s recent expansion plans, the European train operator is to expand its London St Pancras to Amsterdam Centraal service to five times a day. The new timetable will go into effect on the 15th December 2025.  Eurostar will operate five direct trains per day in each direction,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways completes its Boeing 777 Starlink Rollout
For those travelling on Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777 fleet, the airline has completed its Starlink by SpaceX rollout. The rollout covered 54 Boeing 777 aircraft in the Qatar Airways fleet.  This milestone makes Qatar Airways the operator of the largest number of widebody aircraft equipped with Starlink technology. Originally scheduled...
Economy Class & Beyond
Virgin Atlantic maps out a more premium future
Virgin Atlantic recently announced planned changes to its fleet, as well as the premium options its passengers are demanding. Let’s see what’s happening with some major premium seating increases. Boeing 787-9 fleet The airline’s Boeing 787-9s will boast a full cabin redesign, introducing new seating in all three cabins. The...
{Tech} for Travel
OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Built for Wild Adventures
OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Ready for your next hike, these open-ear buds deliver bold sound, secure comfort, and features that keep you connected without blocking out the world. The post OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Built for Wild Adventures appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
{Tech} for Travel
Nomad Is Celebrating Big, with a Sitewide Discount
Nomad is marking 13 years of premium gear with a rare sitewide sale. Save on travel tech built to last, including cables, chargers and leather cases. The post Nomad Is Celebrating Big, with a Sitewide Discount appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Vietjet Thailand selects Blueview IFE
Vietjet Thailand has chosen to upgrade its in-flight passenger experience, with the airline to launch an in-flight service, powered by Bluebox’s Blueview platform. The airline will use a system powered by the Blueview digital services platform and delivered via the Bluebox Wow System. This new service will soon be available...
Economy Class & Beyond
Heathrow to offer Fast-Track Arrivals from £25 a time. Worth it?
Heathrow Airport has introduced a new wheeze to make money out of passengers – a Fast Track Arrivals Service.  Is it worth it? What’s the offer? Let’s face it – there’s nothing more annoying than getting off an aircraft and standing in a queue to be let into a country...