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Book NASCAR VIP experiences for two, starting at 30,000 Choice Privileges points
Choice Privileges is again offering VIP experiences for NASCAR Cup races, but the packages are auctioned off starting at only 30,000 Choice points. For a NASCAR fan, the experience could be well worth the redemption cost, especially since you can transfer points from Wells Fargo to Choice at a 1:2 ratio...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Delta One to Europe For as Few as 97,700 SkyMiles One Way.
You could travel as a passenger seated in the Delta One premium cabin to Europe for as few as 97,000 SkyMiles one way during the summer of 2026 — if you act fast, as the deal was still available at the time this article was written, as members of Thrifty...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Qatar Airways is Returning to Philadelphia After Three Year Absence As American Airlines Extends Doha Cancellations
It appears as if Qatar Airways is planning to resume flights to Philadelphia in the not-too-distant future, as it becomes increasingly clear that its important codeshare partner, American Airlines, has no intention of returning to Doha from its Pennsylvania hub anytime soon. Qatar Airways last flew between Doha and Philadelphia,...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air India Maharaja Lounge San Francisco (SFO)
I had a chance to stop by the new Air India Maharaja Lounge in San Francisco (SFO) during a recent layover and enjoyed a nice Indian dinner in this small but impressive lounge. Air India Maharaja Lounge San Francisco Review (SFO) Air India has opened its own lounge in the...
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U.S. Airline CEO Insists Cities Give Him Part Ownership Of Their Airports — And Pay Him To Fly There
Avelo’s CEO wants the Ryanair model pushed even further: not just low airport costs, and cities paying his airline to fly there — but future airport deals giving Avelo part ownership of the airport itself. That turns ordinary route incentives into public airports handing over a stake to a fragile...
One Mile at a Time
Miles & Points: The Best Of Times, The Worst Of Times, And What’s Next
I’ve been obsessed with miles & points for over 20 years. I can’t help but take a moment to reflect on just how much this hobby has changed over that time. I’ve done this in the past, but I think it’s time for an updated look, as it feels like...
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The Best Travel Credit Card Strategy If You Mostly Fly Inside The U.S. — Since Most Advice Is Built For Trips You Won’t Take
Most points advice assumes you’re saving for long haul business class awards. But if your travel is mostly domestic, the best credit card strategy looks very different: earn the most flexible points you can, carry airline cards for benefits rather than spending, and choose lounge access based on the airports...
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Caesars Rewards spending offers: $40 back from Amex and $25 back from Citi
There are a couple of targeted card-linked spending offers for Caesars Rewards at the moment that can save you up to 20% on your stay(s). Last month, Stephen already wrote about an Amex Offer for $40 back on $200+, and now there’s a new Citi Offer for $25 back on...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: To Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 with FlixBus – More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg
To Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 with FlixBus More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg In this week of passenger experience fun: Back to Hamburg Again. And yes, keeping it simple To Heathrow Airport with FlixBus and Terminal 5 British Airways Galleries South, Terminal 5 BA964 London Heathrow to Hamburg (Club Europe) The...
One Mile at a Time
Bali Cracks Down On Influencers, Deports Them For “Working” On Tourist Visa
Some countries have government task forces to crack down on drugs, while Bali has a government task force to crack down on… influencers. In fairness, this is a bit nuanced, but I imagine some people will feel a sense of schadenfreude.
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Guide to Ultra-Premium Credit Card Travel Protections
Ultra-premium credit cards, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express Platinum Card®, have annual fees that commonly exceed $500/year. Despite those hefty costs of ownership, these types of cards can be very popular in the points and miles community due to extensive lists of benefits and credits that can mitigate or completely...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Adds Four New Routes, Including First U.S. Nonstop To Chiapas
United Airlines is adding four new routes this fall and winter, including two from Washington Dulles, one from Newark, and one from Houston, including a new destination in Mexico and a new transcontinental flight to Southern California. United Airlines Adds New Routes To Southern California, St. Croix, Los Cabos, And...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Riyadh Air’s First Brand New Boeing 787 Dreamliners Land in Saudi Arabia For the First Time… More Than a Year Late
The first two of 72 brand-new Boeing 787 Dreamliners destined for the start-up full-service carrier Riyadh Air have arrived in Saudi Arabia after completing a near 15 hour flight from the Boeing delivery center in Everett, Washington state. Created in 2023 as part of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 project to...
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Delta Has 9 Million Amex Cardmembers — Who Are Carrying A Lot Of Debt
Delta disclosed that it has 9 million American Express cardmembers. They also shared how many members participate in their Starbucks and Uber partnerships - and we can infer just how much spending is happening on their cards, and the balances that cardmembers are revolving.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Qatar Airways Privilege Club: Receive 30% bonus Avios on transfers from partner programs (June 5 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today’s bonus offer highlight is the return of Qatar Airways' bonus for transfers from other programs. Members can get 30% extra Avios on conversions from bank, credit card, hotel and other programs! Check out all of the new bonuses added today:
Economy Class & Beyond
Panasonic Avionics Astrova takes off with Saudia and Azerbaijan Airline
Panasonic Avionics has had a busy week, with two customers taking off with its Astrova In-Flight Entertainment System – with both Saudia and Azerbaijan Airlines taking flight. Saudia and Azabajian Airlines fly Astrova – Images, Panasonic Avionics. Saudia Saudia has taken Astrova aboard its new Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The deployment...
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Current Amex Offers
This post is designed to show current Amex Offers. If you have any Amex cards, even authorized user cards, then you’re eligible to sign up for offers when you log into your Amex account. If you’re planning to shop or book travel, check this page to see if an Amex...
