Yesterday, Bilt Rewards announced that it was adding Southwest Rapid Rewards as its 19th transfer partner. Although we noted that we don’t usually recommend transferring points to Southwest because of the minimal opportunity for outsized value, we also said that: Bilt is known for providing incredible one-day transfer bonuses every...

Delta Air Lines has reportedly been forced to delay the rollout of luxury new bedding from the Italian fashion house Missoni due to the impact of the Trump administration’s far-reaching tariffs. The new bedding, which includes a sleek new duvet, mattress pad, and plush pillow, was first announced last June,...

Most of us would like to believe that if a plane diverts due to a mechanical issue, that it’s thoroughly inspected before reentering service, so that the same thing doesn’t happen again. Well, here’s a situation where a plane diverted on two flights in a row, for very similar reasons,...

Delta Air Lines has put improvements to its business class product on hold because of Trump's tariff uncertainty. Continue reading Trumps Tariffs Derail Delta’s New Business Class Missoni Bedding And Mattress Pad Rollout To Late 2025...

In the coming weeks, Delta Air Lines was supposed to roll out upgrades to its long haul business class experience. Unfortunately that’ll have to wait, though, as reported by @xJonNYC.

You’ve likely heard, “You get what you pay for.” I’ve learned that this is usually true, especially when you try skimping on products. Trying to save a few bucks could very well spoil your experience — especially if you have high expectations. For example, buying an airline’s Basic Economy fare...

In the 20+ years that I’ve been flying as a paying adult, I’ve flown Southwest airlines far more than any other airline in the world. I’ve been fortunate enough to travel to more than 60 countries and to enjoy some of the fanciest business and first class products in the...

For several years now, Gulf Air executives have been talking about plans for the airline to resume flights to the United States. In September 2024, the companys CEO indicated that service could start within a year. Now weve just seen Gulf Air receive regulatory approval for launching such service. Will...

For several years now, Gulf Air executives have been talking about plans for the airline to resume flights to the United States. In September 2024, the company’s CEO indicated that service could start within a year. Now we’ve just seen Gulf Air receive regulatory approval for launching such service. Will...

The Amex Offers programoften has promotions that can save you money or earn you bonus points for purchases with all kinds of retailers. Typically I only cover the deals for travel brands, since that’s the main topic of this blog. However, I figure that for many people, a discount with...

The Ritz Carlton Chicago is in a great location sitting atop the shopping arcade within Water Tower right on Michigain Avenue. The hotel holds fond memories in my heart since this was one of the first truly fantastic hotels I can remember staying in. As a child, we came to...

Flight attendants at American Airlines have slammed senior management at the Fort Worth-based carrier in an explosive new memo from the official crew union, saying they have heard enough excuses and that real change must come quickly to fix the airline’s financial position. The memo from the Association of Professional...

Flight attendants at American Airlines are angry about AA’s poor financial performance in the first quarter, especially when compared to its peers. But their proposed solution is deeply unsatisfying. American Flight Attendants Are Angry At Leaders For Poor Financial Performance While Delta Air Lines and United Airlines reported profit in...

American Airlines announced earnings for the first quarter of 2025 with the Texas based carrier losing almost half a billion dollars. The post American Airlines Announces Q1 2025 Earnings appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.

United Airlines added two new international routes to its map out of Denver International… The post United Airlines Adds Two New International Routes From Denver International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

British Airways and Twinings teas have been taking flight together since December 2011. Today,… The post Tea Time: British Airways Introduces the UK’s Most-Awarded Brand In Flight appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

When I say that my experience might be part of the reason why American Airlines lost $473 million during the first quarter of 2025, I do not specifically mean the actual experience itself; but rather, the way the experience was handled, as I certainly cannot be the only customer who...

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Back in February, we reported on a devaluation of Avianca LifeMiles awards (the second in just a few months). Although Nick found a bunch of ways to circumvent the increased awards by using connecting flights, many nonstop routes between the US and Europe which had been 63K LifeMiles one-way just...

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby seems to be countering the talking points in the rest of the industry, and is coming out strongly in favor of President Trump’s tariff policies. Is he being sincere, though?