The Gate with Brian Cohen
States Own Interstate Highways — Not the Federal Government — and Other Fun Facts
While I was investigating if any laws existed pertaining to how long “Old Exit” signs should remain in service, I stumbled upon this list of answers by the Federal Highway Administration of the United States to questions which are frequently asked pertaining to Interstate highways.
One key to the answer to...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
JetBlue Plane Evacuated At Fort Lauderdale Airport After Passenger Makes Bomb Threat Because He Couldn’t Find Space For His Carry On
A passenger was arrested at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) on Sunday morning after he allegedly made a bomb threat on a JetBlue plane, which was preparing for departure to New York JFK, prompting a security scare. Passengers on the Airbus A321 aircraft had to be evacuated while the bomb...
2PAXfly
DISRUPTION: Middle East carriers and airports in chaos. What to do if you are travelling soon
What follows is practical advice for those travelling by air via the Middle East who will be affected by the conflict generated by the attacks on Iran. Background Escalating conflict in the Middle East has triggered major airspace closures and cascading flight chaos. Gulf hubs including Doha, Dubai and Abu...
Frequent Miler
More easy rewards: Staples fee-free $200 Mastercard gift cards
Staples is again offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee from Sunday 3/1/26, through Saturday, 3/7/26. Note that there is a limit of nine per customer per day listed, but some may be able to purchase more at their local store. The Deal Staples will again be offering...
View from the Wing
American Airlines London Flights Are Serving Meals Flown Over From the U.S. — Bare-Minimum Catering, Business Class Loses Ice Cream
American Airlines has a catering mess in London right now, so it’s loading two flights worth of meals in the U.S. and flying them over—then relying on that stock for the return trip. The result is bare-minimum service, with limited entrée choices and no ice cream up front, because there...
The Alviator
The Best Non-U.S. Priority Pass Lounge I’ve Ever Been To
Priority Pass lounges are not normally something to get excited about, but I think I've just found my favourite one (outside of the U.S.).
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Wild About Travel
Flying via the Middle East right now. Practical tips, not panic, for travellers.
Are you about to fly internationally? With a Middle Eastern airline or to, through or over the Middle East? Many airlines and transit hubs are affected, with flights paused, rerouted or heavily delayed across the region. Check your specific airline and route for the latest status before you travel. Before...
Frequent Miler
Eat out, earn more: Guide to card-linked dining programs for airlines, hotels & more
One of the ways to earn points, miles and/or cashback on your everyday spend is to link your payment card(s) to dining programs that offer rewards. When paying for meals at participating restaurants with one of those linked cards, you earn bonus rewards through that dining program. Once you’ve registered...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Britain Readying Emergency Plans to Evacuate Tens of Thousands of Stranded Citizens in Biggest Ever Mass Repatriation
The British government is said to be readying emergency plans for the biggest overseas repatriation of its citizens in history as concerns grow that airspace across the Persian Gulf could remain shuttered should Iran continue to target popular holiday destinations and transit points like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Doha. On...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-900neo at Kuala Lumpur International Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-900neo at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 1 – Satellite Terminal) as it is loaded for its next mission. Malaysia Airlines operates a fleet of nine Airbus A330-900neo aircraft in its fleet....
Miles To Memories
Uh, Wut?! Why I Picked Up This Just-Okay Debit Rewards Card
Picking up the United MileagePlus Debit Rewards card wasn't a big priority for me, until United - oddly enough - made it so.
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The Gate with Brian Cohen
Orla in Las Vegas. Restaurant Review.
Orla in Las Vegas is a new Mediterranean concept inside of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Las Vegas property. We were all tired after a long day of business and anticipated dining at this restaurant which recently opened. Fortunately, tables were available without waiting at the restaurant concept by...
Frequent Miler
Current Hotel Promotions for March 2026
All major hotel brands dangle various carrots in front of customers to incentivize their patronage. Bonuses for for elite status, loyalty program membership and credit card spending all serve as sweeteners that make rewards-earning a little faster and more fruitful. Promotions are another significant way that hotel loyalty programs try...
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Loyalty Points Program: How Status Qualification Works
It’s a new elite year at American AAdvantage, so in this post I’d like to provide an updated guide to American Airlines’ Loyalty Points program. For context, American made radical changes to its loyalty program in 2022, as the airline completely reimagined how elite status is earned, and eliminated the...
View from the Wing
Hyatt Hotel Says Only Jews Get Elite Breakfast Choices—Chaos (and Jokes) Ensue
A Hyatt hotel is telling top-tier guests that the elite breakfast at its beachfront food truck is reserved exclusively for Jewish customers—sparking confusion, hilarious jokes, and comparisons to a Curb Your Enthusiasm episode.
Miles To Memories
Mere Hours Remain To Lock In MTM Diamond Lounge Pricing Before Increase
Last call for new members before the MTM Diamond Lounge price increase goes in effect. Lock in the lower rate FOR LIFE - now!
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Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hotel Seville Nomad (Queen Deluxe Room)
The Hotel Seville Nomad, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, sits in the heart of New York City’s NoMad neighborhood, one of the most walkable and vibrant districts in Manhattan. Location The hotel is tucked along a quiet stretch of West 29th Street, just steps from the 28th Street entrance to...
Points Miles and Bling
Abu Dhabi Offers Hotel Stay Extension for Stranded Travellers
Like me, if you have been doomscrolling through the situation unfolding in the Middle East, you know how things have…
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John The Wanderer
Adrenaline and Algae: My Wild Ride in Ketchikan
This article is the Ketchikan Zodiac expedition. It is about my experience on a high-speed Zodiac shore excursion I booked through Shore Excursion Group while sailing on the Seabourn Quest…
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Frequent Miler
Best Credit Card Offers for March 2026
Which rewards credit card is right for you? Find the best publicly available credit card offers all on this one page. We'll show you the best credit cards for spend, frequent flyer miles, hotel points, cash back, and more.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Etihad Airways is Flying Some Airplanes Back to Abu Dhabi Ahead of Planned Restart Operation
Etihad Airways is positioning some of its airplanes back to its home hub at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) after it was granted special permission to fly in otherwise closed airspace. At least three aircraft, including two Airbus A350-1000 widebody airplanes, have been flown back to Abu Dhabi from Istanbul...
