Live and Let’s Fly
Why Wearing Leggings On A Plane Could Be A Deadly Mistake
Leggings may be the go-to plane travel outfit for millions, but one aviation safety expert argues they could be a terrible choice in the event of an emergency. Leggings On A Plane? Think Twice, Says Aviation Safety Expert Many travelers swear by leggings for their comfort and stretch, particularly on...
View from the Wing
Delta Boeing 737 Lost Wing Flap Mid-Air—Nobody Knew Until It Appeared In Raleigh Driveway The Next Morning
On July 1, 2025, Delta Air Lines flight 3247 — a Boeing 737‑900ER flying from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham —landed safely, unaware that a piece of the plane had come off. During the post-landing inspection, ground crew found a piece of the left wing trailing-edge flap missing.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Five Things We’ve Learned American Airlines Is Doing To Improve Its Image Problem
American Airlines has admitted that it has lost its way against its two biggest rivals, Delta and United Airlines, and now the Fort Worth-based carrier is on a mission to make the experience it offers passengers a little bit more premium. After years of swinging cutbacks, such as ripping out...
Traveling For Miles
Get up to 20% back on select Alaska Airlines spending with this Amex offer [Targeted]
Today has seen American Express launch a new targeted offer for Alaska Airlines spending in which select cardholders can earn a discount of $60 on just $300 of spending. Given how widely available this offer appears to be, this should be one of those deals that a lot of people...
Miles For Family
Japan vs. China: A Tale of Two Toilets
On my recent trip to Asia, my daughter and I flew to China after spending 10 days in Japan. Shortly after arrival, we were in culture shock because there were so many things that were different between the two countries. One of the biggest differences that I didn’t pay attention...
Eye of the Flyer
The One Thing About Hotels Outside the USA That Drives me Nuts – Do You Hate This Too?
I shudder to think about how many nights, over my lifetime, that I have spent in hotel rooms. About half of all the nights have been state side and the bulk of those in modest priced rooms. Unlike many bloggers a hotel room upgrade is of minor importance to me....
One Mile at a Time
“United Airlines Tried To Cook My Toddler.” Fair Or Dramatic?
A father is going on a bit of a social media crusade against United Airlines, following an unpleasant recent flight. He has a point with his criticism, but the irony is that what he’s describing is incredibly common, and could just as easily happen on any airline. Does that make...
Frequent Miler
How to apply for the Sapphire Reserve for Business card
The new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ Card is out with a huge welcome offer which requires a huge amount of spend. In this post I’ll help you understand why you may be eligible even if you don’t think you have a business, plus I’ll show step by step how to...
The Shutterwhale
American Express Cards Now Accepted on Singapore Public Transport – Get S$3 Back on Every S$6 Transit Spend!
American Express is now accepted for public transport fares on Singapore’s
MRT and buses. From 3-31 July 2025, eligible cardholders can register for
an Amex Offer to receive S$3 back on every S$6 spent on transit fares, up
to five times per registered card.
View from the Wing
Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market
Delta is planning for a premium-heavy Airbus A350-1000 widebody, with the first plane being delivered next year. These planes will feature a new Delta One Suite in business class, as well as new economy seats.
Continue reading Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name Again
As part of a broader effort to improve the experience of passengers, a new name was once again announced from the Port of Oakland for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
The new name for the airport will likely be...
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Travel Codex
The Ultimate Car Rental Guide: 10 Essential Tips to Save Money and Avoid Headaches
Renting a car might seem straightforward, but there’s actually a lot more to it than just picking up keys and driving away. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or managing business travel, understanding the ins and outs of car rentals can save you hundreds of dollars and prevent major headaches...
Travel Codex
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Big on Summer Travel
Summer is calling, but your wallet might be crying. If you’ve been browsing airfare and hotel prices lately, you’ve probably experienced some serious sticker shock. Between sky-high hotel rates, inflated rental car prices, and airfare that seems to defy gravity, planning that dream summer getaway can feel like a financial...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Reserve $300 Travel Credit: How It Works
The Chase Sapphire Reserve Card (review) and Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM (review) are lucrative premium travel cards. There are lots of reasons to consider picking up these cards, including great rewards structures, lounge access, and more.
Frequent Miler
Chase going the way of Capital One & only rewarding for referrals of new-to-bank Ink business cardholders
Chase seems determined to win our Bonvoyed of the Year award in December. After relaunching the Sapphire Reserve card with a 45% increase in the annual fee, a plethora of coupon book benefits, removing 1.5c redemptions via Chase Travel℠, and a (fairly) lackluster welcome offer, advising people that they could...
View from the Wing
1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards
Here’s a CEO who spent 1.83 million American Express Membership Rewards points to cover a surprise tariff bill at the guitar pedal manufactuing company he runs in Oklahoma Cty.
Continue reading 1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards...
BoardingArea
12 Essential Travel Apps for Smooth Summer Trips
I've always believed that a well-planned summer trip can feel like a smooth breeze rather than a whirlwind. Yet, from booking flights to finding last-minute accommodations, those unexpected snags often pop up along the way. Good thing digital tools have come a long way—these days, there's an app for practically...
Frequent Miler
Flying Blue members get better and/or cheaper award availability with elite status
United has long offered improved and discounted award availability to credit card holders and those with elite status in the MileagePlus program. It looks like Air France/KLM are taking a leaf out of United’s book for Flying Blue elite members. One Mile At A Time has given an example of...
Hawaii Calling
Apple AirTags Are on Sale — Unusual and Everyday Uses You May Not Know About
I’ve spent years (decades now) island-hopping across Hawai‘i, I know how fast a smooth itinerary can unravel. Take this one: I left Atlanta on a Delta flight headed for Honolulu, already cutting it close. My checked bag? It made it to Maui ahead of me, routed on the correct connecting...
Miles To Memories
Flying Blue Promo Awards, 25% Discount on Award Flights to Europe
Flying Blue has published their new promo awards for this month which are discounted award tickets to Europe.
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The Gate with Brian Cohen
Exclusive Summer Promotion For Top Tier Elite Members of Marriott Bonvoy and United Airlines MileagePlus
An exclusive promotion during Summer 2025 for top tier elite members of the Marriott Bonvoy and United Airlines MileagePlus membership programs is currently under way through which qualified members can earn 750 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points on eligible flights that are operated by United Airlines; and 500 bonus United Airlines...
