Traveling For Miles
Get a 70% bonus on Chase transfers to Marriott (best bonus for a while)
Chase has brought back a Marriott transfer promotion that we seem to see appear every few months, but this time around the bonus on offer is higher than the 40% - 60% bonuses we have been accustomed to seeing. The post Get a 70% bonus on Chase transfers to Marriott (best...
Altitude Yes
Port Authority Sets Aside Nearly $1 Billion for “New Terminal 9” at JFK Airport
There are no public plans for a New Terminal 9 today, but PANYNJ has set aside nearly $1B for this possible project. The post Port Authority Sets Aside Nearly $1 Billion for “New Terminal 9” at JFK Airport first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Miles To Memories
New Elevated Capital One Spark Cash Plus Bonus, Earn $2000+
Capital One has launched a massive $2,000 bonus for the Capital One Spark Cash Plus credit card. But it is really an unlimited bonus for the first year as you can keep getting an extra $2,000 for every half a million spend. The post New Elevated Capital One Spark Cash Plus...
One Mile at a Time
Cash Compensation For Delayed Flights? Trump Formally Cancels Biden’s Plan
In December 2024, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed a regulation whereby airlines would be required to pay passengers cash compensation in the event that flights are delayed or canceled, just as we see in the European Union and United Kingdom.
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Carrymove Expandable Backpack (Back By Saturday)
The Carrymove expandable backpack is a triple-capacity system that lets you carry it in 3 different ways. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Frequent Miler
Does the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card need fixing?
Gary at View from the Wing took exception to my proposal for fixing the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. He argued that the card, as is, meets Chase’s goals of saving money and increasing revenue (by driving cardholders to book travel and buy merchandise through Chase). He also noted that the...
Live and Let’s Fly
I Just Couldn’t Bring Myself To Pay $72 For Salmon In Kuala Lumpur…
I do love salmon, and I do love fancy restaurants, but I just could not bring myself to spend over $70 for a piece of salmon at the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. Instead, I found an alternative nearby that ended up working very nicely. Great Salmon In Kuala Lumpur…And At...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
79-Year-Old Disabled Passenger Says American Airlines Crew Burst Into Lavatory, Called Police On Him Over Made Up Allegation
American Airlines flight attendants on a recent flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix abused the unprecedented power they have acquired in the years after the 9/11 attacks to victimize a disabled 79-year-old passenger simply because he was clearly of South Asian descent. That’s the shocking allegation made in a newly filed...
Your Mileage May Vary
Are Hotel Rooms Secretly Shrinking? (Spoiler: Yes, And There’s a Reason)
For years, travelers have joked that European hotel rooms are so small you can touch every wall without even getting out of bed. In London, Paris or Munich, it’s just…
One Mile at a Time
8 Best Frequent Flyer Programs For Redeeming Miles: Here Are My Top Picks
If you could only ever redeem miles through a limited number of frequent flyer programs again, which would they be? I’ll share my picks, and then I’m curious to hear how my choices compare to those of others.
Miles To Memories
Two Chase Ink Business Cards Now Have New Bonus Restriction
Chase has added new restrictions to the welcome bonus for two popular business cards, Ink Business Cash and Ink Business Unlimited. The post Two Chase Ink Business Cards Now Have New Bonus Restriction appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
The American Airlines $11 Cheese Plate ‘Tastes Like A Bad Financial Decision’ — And The $3 Grape Proves It
Passengers are roasting American Airlines’ $11 cheese plate after photos showed just how little you get for the price. One flyer summed it up perfectly: “It tastes like a bad financial decision.” And the close-up of the single $3 grape makes the case better than any review ever could. Continue reading...
The Bulkhead Seat
Trump Administration Awards $10,000 Bonuses to Select TSA Officers After Shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will issue one-time $10,000 payments to Transportation Security… The post Trump Administration Awards $10,000 Bonuses to Select TSA Officers After Shutdown appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Kroger: Earn 4x fuel points on 3rd party gift cards; fixed-value Visa & Mastercard gift cards
Kroger is again running a promotion that awards 4x fuel points on third-party gift cards and fixed-value Visa and Mastercard gift cards when purchased online and in-store. The promotion will run all the way through December 2nd. Note that the terms on this promo now state that Amazon and fuel...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: New Aircraft, Old Friends – To Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways
New Aircraft, Old Friends Autumn Adventures to Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways Well, let’s go with a new trip report from the hand of your writer, looking at passenger experience, as well as hotels and a few other things on the way. Welcome to the start of this...
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To Marriott Bonvoy With 70% Bonus
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched its latest transfer bonus, which matches an offer we saw earlier this year, I wouldn’t consider this to be the most exciting offer on earth, though there is potentially value to be had.
TravelUpdate
The Best Canadian Credit Card for Non-Bonused Spend*
The Rogers Red World Elite MasterCard. * Terms & Conditions apply. Well, only one real condition. You must…
Frequent Miler
Find Preferred Hotels bookable with points (updated interactive map)
Many Preferred Hotels, but not all, can be booked with points. Of those, some can be booked using Preferred Hotels’ own I Prefer points, some can be booked using Choice points, and some can be booked using both. If you have a Citi Strata Premier card, Citi Strata Elite card,...
View from the Wing
Chase Is Running a 70% Bonus on Marriott Transfers — But Here’s How To Get Nearly Double the Value Instead
Chase is offering a 70% transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy — but even with that boost, moving Chase points to Marriott is still a poor deal. In most cases you can get close to double the value by redeeming through Chase instead, especially when a hotel is available through The...
One Mile at a Time
My Email To Josh Cahill: I’m Happy To Chat, But Only In A Constructive Way
A few days ago, I wrote about how controversial airline vlogger Josh Cahill got into a spat with Air Cte dIvoire. I shared my take on the incident, and then received an email from his PA asking to interview me, and telling me to put my money where my mouth...
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To Marriott Bonvoy With 70% Bonus
Chase Ultimate Rewards has just launched its latest transfer bonus, which matches an offer we saw earlier this year, I wouldn’t consider this to be the most exciting offer on earth, though there is potentially value to be had.
View from the Wing
Photos Show Hyatt Hotel With DRIFT Bulk Soap On Housekeeping Carts While Guest Room Bottles Display Jonathan Adler Branding
A reader who stayed at a Hyatt property reports finding DRIFT bulk soap on housekeeping carts while the bottles mounted in their guest room displayed Jonathan Adler branding. The hotel advertises Jonathan Adler as its standard amenity, raising questions about whether the in-room bottles are being refilled with a different...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Miles and Points On Sale — November 14 2025
Sometimes you need an infusion of miles or points to your membership account for whatever reason — perhaps to have enough to redeem for a limited time award as one example — and the best time to purchase or gift miles or points is when they are on sale, as...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
November 14 Bonus Offer Highlight: WestJet Rewards – 30% bonus points on hotel stays booked via WestJet Hotels
WestJet Rewards has launched a new hotel booking platform and to celebrate they are offering 30% bonus points on stays booked via the portal - and it's this bonus that is today's highlight! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post November 14 Bonus Offer Highlight: WestJet Rewards...
The Alviator
Review: No1 Lounge, London Heathrow T2 (LHR)
A review of the No1 Lounge at Heathrow's Terminal 2, which opened in late 2024. This lounge is open to Priority Pass members. The post Review: No1 Lounge, London Heathrow T2 (LHR) appeared first on The Alviator.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Marriott Bonvoy: Earn 10,000 bonus points at select hotels in Waikiki, Hawaii
Marriott are celebrating Blue Friday with a bonus points and discount offer for stays at four of their locations in Waikiki, Hawaii. The offer provides up to 40% off and 10,000 bonus points on stays of two or more nights. The 10,000 bonus points offer Earn up to 10,000 bonus...
Live and Let’s Fly
A Hidden World Behind The Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: Exploring Chinatown
I encountered a pleasant surprise during my stay at the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: just minutes away on foot is KL’s vibrant Chinatown neighborhood. Chinatown Kuala Lumpur, A Cool Neighborhood Worth Visiting When you arrive at the Park Hyatt, you feel like you are in a very urban, almost sterile...
The Points of Life
Copa Lounge Panama City: Food Famine
I booked one of the least efficient routes to Buenos Aires from Puerto Rico because there were no other options. Part of my suffering included my time at this unexpectedly terrible lounge. I assumed that Copa’s flagship lounge would be at least on par with United or Delta. I was...
One Mile at a Time
Capital One Venture X Business Review: Huge Perks, Great Value
Link: Learn more about the Capital One Venture X Business with up to 400K bonus miles
View from the Wing
84% of Riders Never Compare Uber vs. Lyft—And They’re Getting Ripped Off [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading 84% of Riders Never Compare Uber vs. Lyft—And They’re Getting Ripped Off [Roundup]...
TravelUpdate
Chase has quietly added new welcome bonus restrictions…
Chase is taking their cue from American Express by adding welcome bonus restrictions to more cards in their credit card lineup.
Monkey Miles
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card  vs Chase Sapphire Reserve®
Should you get a Capital One Venture X or Chase Sapphire Reserve - we provide an extensive side by side chart comparison The post Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card  vs Chase Sapphire Reserve® appeared first on Monkey Miles.