Monkey Miles
Capital One Venture X makes negative changes to Authorized Users and Lounge Access
Starting February 1st, 2026, Capital One will enforce new policies regarding lounge access and Authorized Users, and unfortunately none of them are good. It looks like Cap1 is taking a page out of the Amex playbook on spend thresholds as well implementing a $75k minimum spend to get free lounge...
Live and Let’s Fly
Photo Essay: Resilient Hong Kong
I was only in Hong Kong for a day and didn’t wander around all that much, but I had to smile at how resilient this great city is. Resilient Hong Kong – A Photo Essay I have not hidden my dismay over Beijing’s crackdown on dissent in this “Special Administrative...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 500 Bonus AAdvantage Miles by Shopping for Summer
Effective through Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn 500 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage miles — in addition to the standard AAdvantage miles earned — during the Summer Bonus Offer campaign at the AAdvantage Shopping portal by spending a minimum of... The post...
ATX Jetsetter
Capital One Makes Major Lounge Access Changes for Venture X Cardholders
Capital One is making changes to lounge access requirements on its popular Venture X and Venture X Business cards. The post Capital One Makes Major Lounge Access Changes for Venture X Cardholders appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
You can still upgrade to Emirates first class without elite status
In May we reported that Emirates was no longer allowing members to use Emirates miles to book first class awards unless they had elite status. Separately, we reported that you can still book Emirates first class with Qantas or Air Canada miles. The thing we didn’t know for certain was...
Your Mileage May Vary
The St. Pancras Renaissance Is Rebranding—And Losing One of Its Best Perks
The St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London is about to enter a new era—one that comes with a new name, a new Marriott brand, and the closure of one of its…
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn up to 25,000 bonus points with Hilton for Business
Hilton is making a big push for their Hilton for Business program with some really good bonus points offers. There are two offers, one for stays and one for adding employees to the business account – both offer require separate registration.  It should be noted that with Hilton for Business...
Miles To Memories
Southwest Sale, Save Up to 50% on Base Fares
Southwest Airlines has launched a new fare sale today, offering up to a 50% discount on base fares. The post Southwest Sale, Save Up to 50% on Base Fares appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Miler
(Update: Hotel status eligible) Vietnam Airlines offering paid status match; get SkyTeam status for a year
Update 6/3/25: This Vietnam Airlines status match has been around for the past year, but it’s now become even easier to participate in. Previously you had to have eligible airline status, but they’ve now added the ability to match from hotel loyalty programs too. If matching from a hotel program’s...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Alaska Airlines is Launching its First Long-Haul Flight On a Widebody Jet… This Will Be The Very Inaugural Destination
Alaska Airlines will launch its first-ever long-haul flight on a widebody jet in May 2026 with the introduction of a non-stop between its Seattle home hub and the Italian capital, Rome. The significant development in Alaska’s route network is part of the continuing integration of Hawaiian Airlines into the Alaska...
Miles To Memories
Earn $460 Bonus for New Chime Account with InboxDollars
Open a bank account online with Chime, and you can earn a bonus of of $460 through InboxDollars. The post Earn $460 Bonus for New Chime Account with InboxDollars appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Economy Class & Beyond
Data Storage Adventures – Part 4 – Moving data around using ROBOCOPY
Data Storage Adventures – With UGreen NASync 4800 Part 4: Data Migration using ROBOCOPY (or don’t let a GUI do what a command prompt can do better…) Time for the bit that everyone loves – data migration.   Part 1: Some Background and “Why Now?” Part 2: Which NAS to go...
You Are Travel
Four Seasons Coming to Chucktown: Opening in Charleston, South Carolina in 2028
Tl;dr – South Carolina will be getting its first Four Seasons hotel. The hotel is scheduled to debut…
Live and Let’s Fly
Capital One Venture X Lounge Access Changes (Mostly Negative)
Capital One has announced significant changes to the lounge access benefits for its Venture X and Venture X Business credit cards, effective February 1, 2026. These adjustments will impact authorized users and guest access policies for both Capital One and Priority Pass lounges. Capital One Announces Lounge Access Changes For...
One Mile at a Time
Chemtrail Conspiracy Theory: People Actually Believe This?!?
Over the years, we’ve seen a huge increase in the normalization of conspiracy theories. I suspect that’s largely due to the internet making us all more connected, so it’s easier to find more people out there with similar beliefs.
Frequent Miler
Ask Us Anything Live: Wednesday, June 4 at 9pm ET
Every month, the Frequent Miler team takes your questions live on YouTube. We normally hold Ask Us Anything at 9pm on the first Wednesday of the month. That means that our next Ask Us Anything session will therefore be live at 9pm Eastern Time on Wednesday, June 4. And of...
Points With a Crew
TSA Announces New Warning Regarding Smartphones at the Airport
If you're traveling through the airport anytime soon, you'll want to be aware of a recent TSA warning regarding smartphones that could put you in ...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue and Brightline Launch Partnership With More Travel Connections Across Florida
JetBlue and Brightline (America’s first and only privately owned, operated, and maintained passenger rail… The post JetBlue and Brightline Launch Partnership With More Travel Connections Across Florida appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
Reminder: United’s New Check-In Policy Begins Today
Sometimes an airline will make a big change. Sometimes the change is small but can potentially impact passengers in big ways. Such is the case with United’s new check-in policy.…
Miles To Memories
No More Free Lounge Access for Capital One Venture X Authorized Users & Guests
Capital One revealed today upcoming changes to lounge access for Venture X and Venture X Business accounts. The post No More Free Lounge Access for Capital One Venture X Authorized Users & Guests appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Woman Trapped In Hotel Room For 6 Weeks—Disabled Guest Abandoned After Elevator Broke
The wheelchair-bound woman was trapped in her hotel room for 42 days after the building’s only elevator broke down. No backup plan. No safe alternative. No urgency from management. Continue reading Woman Trapped In Hotel Room For 6 Weeks—Disabled Guest Abandoned After Elevator Broke...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Up to 73% Off Tours Worldwide With TourRadar
You can save up to 73% off of tours worldwide with TourRadar during what is being called MegaSale 2025 with at least 3,857 deals from which to choose... ...but you must... The post Up to 73% Off Tours Worldwide With TourRadar appeared first on The Gate.
Frequent Miler
Capital One & Citi have also paused transfers to Emirates
In news that should surprise no one, Capital One and Citi have both paused points transfers to Emirates Skywards accounts. The reason that this isn’t surprising is that it seems like Emirates is updating its systems at the moment. Transfer pauses had already been announced by Chase and American Express...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
June 3 Bonus Offer Highlight: Marriott Bonvoy – 20,000 bonus points on Vacations by Marriott packages
Today's bonus offer highlight is the next Vacations by Marriott promotion that offers 20,000 bonus points on package vacations of 5 or more nights. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post June 3 Bonus Offer Highlight: Marriott Bonvoy – 20,000 bonus points on Vacations by Marriott packages...
God Save The Points
This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List
Santorini has been overcrowded in recent years, but a quiet season means it’s the perfect time to grab a bargain, or a better experience. It’s June,... The post This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List appeared first on God Save The Points.
God Save The Points
Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In
This week, Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying to India. In Virgin fashion, it’s doing so in style, with a joint announcement among partners Delta... The post Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In appeared first on God Save The Points.
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Airlines Launching Seattle To Rome Flights With Boeing 787
Its quite a transformative time for Alaska Air Group, as the companyacquired Hawaiian Airlines, and isturning Seattle-Tacoma into a global hub, with plans to launch a dozen long haul routes by 2030.
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines Celebrates 33 Years With 33 Pairs of Flights Given to Super Fans
Spirit Airlines is celebrating 33 years of flying with a Spirit Super Fans Giveaway… The post Spirit Airlines Celebrates 33 Years With 33 Pairs of Flights Given to Super Fans appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Emirates plans its return to Damascus, Syria
Emirates is preparing to re-link Damascus (Syria) back its network. The move comes after flights were suspended in 2012, with the return only authorised in conjunction with the United Arab Emirates General Civil Aviation Authority. It also follows FlyDubai reentering the market. Emirates is planning a phased reintroduction into service,...
Live and Let’s Fly
Fact: You Have Full Control Over Your Air Vent, Just Like Your Seat Recline
A Delta Air Lines passenger encountered an odd seatmate who insisted that ALL air vents be closed because he was cold. Sorry, that is not the way it works, and like seat recline, you have a right to open (or close) your own personal air vent onboard. Personal Air Vent...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Introduces Limited-Edition Brandon Blackwood Amenity Kits
American Airlines is making a push to be a more premium carrier. This has… The post American Airlines Introduces Limited-Edition Brandon Blackwood Amenity Kits appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Hawaii Calling
Alaska Airlines Goes Transatlantic: Seattle to Rome Nonstop Starting Summer 2026
Ever since Alaska Airlines scooped up Hawaiian’s widebody fleet, the big question floating around the water cooler has been: Are they finally going to Europe? And if so, where to first? The guesses flew—London? Madrid? Maybe Paris? But Rome?. After months of speculation, Alaska just made it official, and now...