Points With a Crew
Help! I’m Stuck Next to Someone Else’s Kid on an Airplane
A few years ago, I was traveling back from a quick trip to Denver.  I don’t normally do flight review posts for random flights on ULCCs like Frontier, since ya know, what is there really to say about flying on Frontier? But occasionally something interesting happens that I think might...
Frequent Miler
SAS award sale: Business class between US and Europe for 42k points
One of the sweet spots of the SAS EuroBonus program is the ability to book flights between the US and Europe for only 60,000 points one way in business class when flying on SAS metal. That has become even sweeter, as SAS is currently offering a 30% discount on award...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Your Chance to Win 100,000 AAdvantage Miles: 100 Years of American Airlines
Your chance to be one of 100 people to win 100,000 AAdvantage miles in the centennial sweepstakes of American Airlines is one way to commemorate the celebration of the airline being in business continuously for 100 years yesterday, Wednesday, April 15, 2026... ...but you must...
Frequent Miler
Chase Freedom Unlimited: 25K points / $250 on only $500 in spend (ending soon)
4/16: This increased welcome offer for the Chase Freedom Unlimited will be ending on 4/30/26 at 9 am Eastern. If you’re interested, now’s the time. ~~~ The Chase Freedom Unlimited card is unique among Ultimate Rewards-earning cards in that it earns at least 1.5x on all spend and 3x-5x on purchases...
The Bulkhead Seat
Tampa International Airport Named Spotless Space of the Year for Exceptional Cleanliness
Tampa International Airport (TPA) has been recognized as the cleanest space in the United…
View from the Wing
You Can Buy United Airlines 1K Status Online For $330 — But It Could Cost You Your Account
United Airlines top-tier 1K status is being offered online for just $330, a tiny fraction of what frequent flyers normally spend to earn it. It may look like an easy shortcut to upgrades, priority treatment, and fee waivers, but buying status this way risks far more than wasted money if...
Hawaii Calling
Is SW Steakhouse at Wynn Las Vegas Worth It? Full Review + Tips
Quick Take• Restaurant type: Upscale steakhouse with seafood and wagyu specialties• Atmosphere: Romantic, high-end, with outdoor seating overlooking the Lake of Dreams show• Price range: $150–$300+ per person• Reservation tip: Book at least 2 weeks ahead, especially for outdoor seating around sunset or prime evening slots To Start SW Steakhouse...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 582: Planten un Blomen
Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026 is a wrap, and we've got a report from Hamburg recapping all the fun bits about new seats and screens and more.
Miles To Memories
American Express Introduces Platinum Member Airfares
American Express has introduced Platinum Member Airfares, a new, expanded airfare program for Platinum Card Members booking through Amex Travel.
One Mile at a Time
Lufthansa Outsourcing A350-900s, Retiring A340-600s, Grounding 747-400s
Lufthansa has just announced a series of capacity and fleet measures, in light of current circumstances. This is due to a combination of high oil prices and major labor issues at Lufthansa, which are leaving the carrier in a tough spot.
Points Miles and Bling
Regent vs W Taipei: The Cheaper Hotel Was Better
This Regent Taipei vs. W Taipei comparison turned out more surprising than expected. It’s true that just because a hotel…
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Air Canada Aeroplan: 75,000 bonus points on the Chase Aeroplan® Credit Card (April 16 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight is a new elevated welcome bonus of  75,000 points on the Chase Aeroplan Credit Card. Check out all of the new bonuses added today:
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Introduces Pilot Trading Cards to Celebrate Its Centennial
Airline trading cards are a lot of fun. When I remember, I ask pilots…
Frequent Miler
Kroger: Earn 4x fuel points on 3rd party and fixed-value Visa / Mastercard gift cards
Kroger is again running a promotion that awards 4x fuel points on third-party gift cards, whether purchased online or in-store. Fixed-value Visa and Mastercard gift cards are now included as well. The current 3rd-party gift card deal runs through April 21, 2026, while the Visa/MC deal ends on May 12th....
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways extends its timetable through to September, with 150 destinations on the list
Qatar Airways is expanding its international flight network, with services to over 150 destinations from 16 June 2026, connecting more passengers to more of the world this summer. The updated schedule, valid until 15 September 2026, introduces new routes and increased frequencies to and from Doha, offering passengers greater flexibility...
One Mile at a Time
Wow: Lufthansa Permanently Shuts Down CityLine Subsidiary Overnight
Airlines around the globe are in a tough spot right now, given the impact of high oil prices on airline economics. It’s arguably even worse in Europe (than the United States), where oil prices are even higher, and there’s also more of a risk of an imminent jet fuel shortage.
Miles To Memories
New Amex Offer, Save Up to 20% at Omni Hotels
There’s a new Amex Offer available today for Omni Hotels, that can save you up to 20% on your next booking.
Frequent Miler
Chase World of Hyatt Business Card: Increased 80k welcome offer (ending soon)
Update 4/16: We’ve received word that this increased offer for the World of Hyatt Business card will end at 9 am Eastern on 4/30/26. ~~~ There’s an increased welcome offer out for the Chase World of Hyatt Business card, but it comes with a fairly sizeable spend requirement: you’ll get 80k...
Points With a Crew
An Epic 41 Hour Birthday Trip
By carefully managing my flights and crossing the international date line, I took advantage of a 41 hour "double" birthday to celebrate a "round number" ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Slashes Polaris Lounge Access For Most Star Alliance Business Class Passengers, Further Splintering The Alliance
Without warning, United Airlines has dramatically tightened access rules to its network of upscale Polaris Lounges. While I don’t celebrate these changes, they strike me as pragmatic and logical to address overcrowding, which can make even the nicest lounges unpleasant. United Cuts Polaris Lounge Access For Most Star Alliance Business...
One Mile at a Time
LATAM Unveils New Airbus A321XLR Business Class Suites, Coming 2027
LATAM has just unveiled the interiors for its upcoming Airbus A321XLRs, which will make it the first carrier in South America to offer fully flat suites with direct aisle access on a narrow body aircraft.
Your Mileage May Vary
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay Review: A Category 4 Sweet Spot Near Tampa Airport
We needed a one-night stay in Tampa before an early flight the next morning. And sure, there are plenty of “airport hotels” right across the street from the entrance to…
Miles To Memories
(Update) Is This Fairmont Hotel Playing Games With Me, Or Do They Just Have Wonky Rules?
I am dealing with a Fairmont Hamilton Princess billing error that simply defies logic and I don't understand how this is okay.
One Mile at a Time
InKind Dining App Limited Time Referral Offer: Up To $75 In Total Value
Promo: If youre new to InKind,follow this link to get $25 offyour first dining experience of $50+
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BoardingArea
Woman Gets On Cruise In Tampa. Then She Realizes The People Getting Off Had A ‘Lifestyle Cruise’: ‘WHO Sanitized That Ship?!’
"It's a 21-plus cruise, for only couples."
View from the Wing
Do Business Class Seats Need Doors — Or Are They Just A Gimmick?
Business class doors have quickly become the next must-have feature after flat beds and direct aisle access, but that does not mean they always make the seat better. On some aircraft, especially narrowbodies, the space used for doors may be better spent on a longer bed, a wider aisle, or...
Monkey Miles
How much does a Lap Infant cost? We built a calculator and full spreadsheet featuring every alliance airline
It can be super confusing trying to figure out how much it’s going to cost you to fly with a child under 2 years old. I built this calculator to make it straight forward with 59 alliance airlines. The top of the page is the calculator and the bottom is...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Shutters Short-Haul Airline Where Flight Attendants Have Been On Strike With Immediate Effect
German flag carrier Lufthansa said on Thursday that it was shuttering its Lufthansa CityLine short-haul subsidiary airline after its flight attendants and pilots went on strike, and as part of a broader plan of action to respond to surging jet fuel costs. Although Lufthansa will officially close CityLine on Saturday,...
Frequent Miler
What are Wyndham points worth?
Yesterday, we wrote about the news that Wyndham is now a transfer partner of Wells Fargo rewards. What was most surprising, however, was that the transfer ratio would be 1 Wells Fargo point to 2 Wyndham points, double the 1:1 ratio offered by all of Wyndham’s other partners. Wyndham charges...
One Mile at a Time
Dubai’s Iconic “7-Star” Burj Al Arab Closes, Undergoing 18-Month Renovation
I was wondering when this would finally happen, and it sure seems like the timing makes sense…
Miles To Memories
Amex Approvals Coming Slower, Targeted 10x Spending Offer & Amex Losing Lufthansa Lounges
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
Points Miles and Bling
Applying for Credit Cards Doesn’t Hurt Your Credit Score
So it turns out the average number of credit cards Canadians hold is 2-3 per person. With that context in…