Frequent Miler
How to pay taxes by credit card (Video)
Paying taxes with a credit card is one method for increasing your spending on a rewards credit card. In this video, we'll talk about how that works, costs, and more. The post How to pay taxes by credit card (Video) appeared first on Frequent Miler. Frequent Miler may receive compensation from...
Monkey Miles
Easy way to earn a ton of Bilt or Amex points via Rakuten
Personally, Rakuten is now my go-to portal since they allowed you to earn Amex Membership Rewards. Now…you can choose to earn Bilt points as well. This undoubtedly makes Rakuten the best shopping portal if you’re looking to earn points that can easily be redeemed for more than a penny a...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Man Who Ploughed Merdeces Sedan Into Detroit Airport Terminal Has Now Been Arrested On Aggravated Stalking Charges
The suspect in a car plowing incident at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on January 23 has now reportedly been arrested on suspicion of aggravated stalking. Police have identified the suspect as Brian Sutton, 37, from Clinton Township, Michigan, who is now being held on a bond of $250,000...
Point Me to the Plane
Are You A Fan Of Webcam Travel?
Live webcam travel provides an amazing, interactive travel opportunity. Here are the best sites!
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
Want a Luxury Hotel Near Disney World? Here Are the 3 That Actually Deliver
Disney has no shortage of hotels — and plenty of them are genuinely fun places to stay. You get the theme, the “Disney bubble,” the convenience, and the guest-only perks…
Economondo
Etihad A380 Economy Review: Flying from London to Abu Dhabi on the Mighty Whale
Join me as I fly on a short overnight flight from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi onboard an Etihad Airways Airbus A380
View from the Wing
FAA Orders Airlines to Drop ‘Diversity’ from Pilot Hiring—But Were They Ever Compromising Safety?
The FAA just issued a new mandate requiring airlines to certify that pilot hiring is based solely on merit—not diversity initiatives—despite zero evidence of compromised safety. Is this regulation necessary, and even legal or just political signaling?
One Mile at a Time
Do You Give In To Airplane Window Shade Peer Pressure? Is It Rude Not To?
I’ve written in the past about airplane window shade etiquette, which basically boils down the person in the window seat having control of the window shade’s position, with some exceptions for courtesy. I’m curious about a variation on that question, and how others handle this, whether you’re an aviation geek...
Economy Class & Beyond
Crystal Cabin Awards 2026 – Finalists annouced
You can tell we’re getting close to the Passenger Experience Week in Hamburg, with Hamburg Aviation announcing the finalists for this year’s Crystal Cabin Awards The battle is on for the awards.  This year, 24 Finalists over eight categories will be fighting it out for the awards, judged by 27...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Races Into Louisville With Added Kentucky Derby Week Flights
The countdown to Kentucky’s biggest weekend is officially on. Earlier this week, I wrote… The post American Airlines Races Into Louisville With Added Kentucky Derby Week Flights appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Meet N471US: The $70 Million DHS ‘Sex Plane’ That Secretary Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski Flew
The Department of Homeland Security is buying a lavish $70 million Boeing 737 MAX dubbed the "sex plane," and the Wall Street Journal reveals Secretary Kristi Noem traveled aboard the jet with Corey Lewandowski, fueling long-standing reports of their extramarital relationship.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Luggage Sale For Valentine’s Day.
If you need new luggage or a replacement bag for the next time you travel, you can save money with this Luggage Sale for Valentine’s Day on your purchase of select items from eleven different companies — some through their sales for a limited time; and others which offer free...
Live and Let’s Fly
13.5 Hours in EVA 777-300ER Business Class…
My longhaul flight on EVA Air onboard a 777-300ER in business class from Taipei to Chicago was a reminder that some things are best left unchanged. The longhaul product is remarkably consistent on EVA, even though the product is more than a decade old. EVA Air 777-300ER Business Class –...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Whoah! Now That’s What You Call Dedication: United Airlines Fan Creates Operations Dashboard That Anyone Can Use
There are lots of apps and websites out there for airline enthusiasts to indulge their passion, from the likes of the popular flight tracking app Flight Radar 24, or the Flyer Talk forum, but one United Airlines fan discovered that none of these sites fulfilled his needs. That’s why Jonah...
Live and Let’s Fly
Report: Kristi Noem Fired 737-8 MAX Pilot For Leaving Her Blanket Behind
A new report has raised questions about leadership, decision-making, and internal personnel practices at the Department of Homeland Security under Secretary Kristi Noem and her senior adviser Corey Lewandowski, but what really caught my attention was a crazy incident that required firing a pilot over a blanket. DHS Pilot Fired...
One Mile at a Time
Staying At The Park Hyatt Tokyo: An Iconic Hotel That’s Worth A Visit!
I just had the chance to spend a couple of nights at the 171-key Park Hyatt Tokyo, a stay I booked at the last minute with World of Hyatt points.
View from the Wing
Passenger Demands Student Give Up Her $7,000 Business Seat for Daughter in Coach—Calls Her ‘Ungrateful’ As Flight Attendant Steps In
A college student bought herself a $7,000 business-class ticket to Dubai as a graduation gift—but moments after settling into her seat, another passenger demanded she downgrade to coach so her daughter could have it, loudly calling her "ungrateful" when she refused until a flight attendant finally intervened.
The Bulkhead Seat
Cupid’s Cargo: How Delta Delivers Valentine’s Day Roses Across the United States
Every February, love takes flight in more ways than one. As millions prepare to… The post Cupid’s Cargo: How Delta Delivers Valentine’s Day Roses Across the United States appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Breaking my nonrefundable rule, more of Bilt’s rocky rollout, luxury booking experience compared and more (Week in Review)
As a general rule, I don’t make nonrefundable travel reservations. I broke that rule…and was promptly reminded why I ordinarily live by that rule. Earlier this week, I booked a completely non-refundable flight (in this case, a cash ticket) three days before departure. About 30 hours later, one of my...
Pointalize
IHG Ambassador: Is It Worth It?
Is IHG Ambassador worth the $225 fee in 2026? We review the benefits, including the free weekend night, guaranteed upgrades, and instant Platinum status.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Opens Once in a Decade Opportunity For Flight Attendants To Move To ‘Dream Location’
United Airlines is offering a once-in-a-decade opportunity for its flight attendants to transfer to a ‘dream location’ where they get to work for a U.S.-based airline but don’t actually have to live in the United States. That location is none other than London – the last remaining flight attendant base...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines is Selling Elite Status Starting at Only $79
Spirit Airlines is working its way through its second bankruptcy and seems to have… The post Spirit Airlines is Selling Elite Status Starting at Only $79 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Sad End for 747 Hotel, Radiation Impacts 6000 Jets, Moldy Vegan Airline Food, Gross Brown Carnival Tap Water and More Travel News!
Here are this week’s cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Boeing 747-200 was retired and turned into world’s first plane hotel but now it has a sad fate This Upstart River Cruise Brand Is Making Waves in Europe with High-end Ships and Top-notch Cuisine Shocking Scene...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: Arajet Boeing 737 MAX 8 Extra – MIA-PUJ
I wanted to take the inaugural flight from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to… The post Flight Review: Arajet Boeing 737 MAX 8 Extra – MIA-PUJ appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
You Are Travel
Hyatt to Open Andaz-Branded Mountain Resort in Utah in 2029
​tl;dr – This will be the first Andaz hotel in Utah. ​An intriguing new Andaz property is slated… The post Hyatt to Open Andaz-Branded Mountain Resort in Utah in 2029 appeared first on You Are Travel.
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To Virgin Atlantic Flying Club With 40% Bonus
The Chase Ultimate Rewards program has just introduced its latest transfer bonus, and it’s one that some people might find to be worthwhile, as this is quite a big bonus. Let’s cover the details…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Is Now Letting Passengers Know If Wi-Fi Is Not On Their Flight… Why Did It Take So Long?
British Airways is now proactively sending notifications to passengers to let them know that Wi-Fi might not be available on their flight, an acknowledgement, perhaps, that in-flight Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury or gimmick but a necessity for travelers wanting to use the flight time to catch up with...
Live from a Lounge
Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026
Here are the upcoming changes to the Air India network, where the 787s are taking over many routes. The post Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
PointsMath
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes February 2026 Promo Rewards
The latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes reward is here. As always, there are great opportunities to use Krisflyer miles for several amazing destinations. The discount on eligible KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes award flights is 30%. Here are the details on the February 2026 KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes. Related: KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Current Promo...
PointsMath
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Rules and How It Works
Singapore Airlines, one of the best Airlines in the world, runs a monthly promo rewards program, “KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes,” where select flights can be booked at a discount for a limited period. This Guide tells what the KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes are and how they work. How does KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Now Faces a Flight Attendant Backlash As Hand Luggage Woes Grow
It’s not only passengers at Southwest Airlines who are unhappy with the Dallas-based carrier’s new hand luggage and boarding rules; the airline is also facing a growing backlash from its own flight attendants who are unhappy with Southwest’s plans to sort out the mess. Central to the new complaints from...