The Gate with Brian Cohen
This View From a Hotel Room Is Even Worse.
I have stayed in plenty of rooms in hotel and resort properties which had poor views — such as this one in Canada and this one in Spain as two of countless examples — but the room in which I am currently staying in Glasgow in Scotland takes the title...
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the obscure Italian Savoia-Marchetti S.66 flying boat?
The Savoia-Marchetti S.66 was a twin-hull cantilever monoplane Italian flying boat. While the hull and wings were metal,…
Live from a Lounge
8 great miles and points buying opportunities available as of May 31, 2026
Here are some amazing opportunities for you to buy miles and points and plan your next vacation at literally 40-50% of the usual prices!
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Woman Peeks Outside Her House And Sees Woman With Suitcases On Her Driveway, Realizes Someone Rented Her Home On Airbnb: ‘It Wasn’t Me’
“It is pictures of my house fully furnished.”
Your Mileage May Vary
Cruise Line Left Family Of 9 Behind After Cruise-Sponsored Excursion
One of the biggest selling points of cruise-line-sponsored excursions is peace of mind. Pay a little extra, and if something goes wrong getting back to the ship, you’re supposedly protected.…
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 31 May, 2026
Greetings from Canada! I’m here crossing the continent over the next few weeks. It’s my first time in this part of North America. I flew with Qantas to Vancouver, stayed overnight at the airport before meeting up with my husband, and then proceeded to our next Canadian destination. What happened...
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Woman’s Child Has Medical Emergency On Flight From Orlando To Chicago, Says Southwest Airlines Did Nothing To Accommodate: ‘The Ignorance Is Infuriating’
“She got on the intercom and stated that if anyone gets up again that they’ll stop the plane."
Economondo
A White Knuckle Take-Off: Lukla to Kathmandu on a Sita Air Dornier 228
Flying with Sita Air on a Dornier 228 from one of the world's most famous airports
Travel Codex
Review: Travel Club Lounge Chennai Terminal 2
Prior to our flight to Hong Kong, we spent a bit of time at the Travel Club Lounge Chennai Terminal 2. This is a fair lounge overall; not crowded and certainly a step-up over what used to pass for a lounge.  IMPORTANT NOTE: the lounge actually consists of two separate...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Expands points redemptions on Philippine Airlines
Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use points to book Classic Reward seats across the full Philippine Airlines (PAL) network, opening up 15 new island and regional destinations via Manila. Qantas Points can now take you beyond Manila to places like Boracay, Cebu and Palawan with their suspiciously perfect beaches and...
2PAXfly
JETSTAR: Consumer protections threaten airline’s existence
In an article in the SMH, Jetstar chief executive Stephanie Tully warns that the proposed new aviation consumer protections could “undermine Jetstar’s existence”. Quite a phrase from a low-cost airline owned by the Qantas Group. The comments were made to a Senate committee examining the federal government’s planned Aviation Consumer...
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Dad Plans Family Trip To Switzerland With Sons For Over A Year. Then Tragedy Strikes 10 Minutes Before Plane Departure
"He never made it.”
Frequent Miler
Tips for finding impossible awards | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep360 | 5-29-26
Today’s episode will provide a whole grab bag of tips for how to find those impossible award bookings for your award travel goals. Main Event (evergreen): Tips for finding impossible awards Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to...
Wild About Travel
Drfat Perth
OverviewWhen you hear the name “Perth,” it’s worth noting that there are actually three places that share the name: Perth in Scotland, Perth in Tasmania, and the vibrant capital of Western Australia, which I’m reviewing here. Perth, WA, is known for its vast open spaces, stunning coastlines, and year-round sunshine....
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Woman Gets Breakfast On A Royal Caribbean Cruise. Then Commenters Point Out A Glaring Issue With Her Order: ‘Seems So Rude’
"Yep, tried that on my last cruise..."
Miles To Memories
Caesars Entertainment SOLD — $17.6B Strip Megadeal + Vegas Loop’s Missing Firetruck
A gaming industry blockbuster, Vegas Loop's missing firetruck, A's update and $20 AYCE Vegas tacos.
Travel Points Playbook
Devaluation Before and After: Hyatt Award Calendar Comparison
Now that the dust has settled after the major Hyatt devaluation on May 20th, how have things changed?…
Points Miles and Bling
Trying to Book 4 Business Class Seats Is Brutal in 2026
Family travel on points has become dramatically more difficult over the past few years. This is a blog post genuinely…
2PAXfly
STARLUX: Taiwan’s ‘luxury’ airline to fly to Sydney and Auckland
Sydney looks set to gain a new Taiwanese contender in 2027, with STARLUX, the Taiwan-based airline, having confirmed (ET) plans to launch direct flights between Taipei and Sydney, with Auckland added as a trans-Tasman tag flight. That means Australians could soon have another way to reach Taiwan, North Asia, North...
Points Miles and Bling
The Best Thing About U.S. Business Class? Ice Cream Sundaes
Did you know that all three major U.S. airlines serve ice cream sundaes on business class flights? And I don’t…
Points Miles and Bling
Now! Get SLH top-tier status upgrade instantly, for free
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is offering an exclusive opportunity for both new and existing members to receive…
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: SWISS Senator Lounge Zurich (ZRH)
The SWISS Senator Lounge in the E Gates of Zurich Airport (ZRH) is a fantastic Star Gold lounge with delicious food and a lovely terrace. SWISS Senator Lounge Zurich Review (ZRH – E Gates) We hit roadwork on A1 on the drive into Zurich and ended up with only 20...
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Austin Woman Moves Into Texas Airbnb For 2 Months. Then She Notices A Locked Door To The Garage: ‘I’m Living In A Horror Movie’
“I don't know if any of you have seen the movie Barbarian..."
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Woman Gets Asked To Check Her Carry-On At The Gate. Then She Gets On Plane And Sees What’s Taking Up Space In Overhead Bin
“Those items go under the seat."
Miles To Memories
Spirit Credit Card Refunds, Choice Hotels Outsmarted Mark & Discover’s Best Ever Offer?!
Discover's 5th quarter and best ever, Choice outsmarted Mark, returning to Sapphire Reserve and Spirit credit card refunds.
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‘I’m So Upset I Literally Could Cry’: American Airlines Customer Buys The Number Of Miles They Say She Needs To Cover Her Flight. Then She Tries To Book It
“American Airlines, you might be losing a really loyal customer."
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Review : Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge  – Montreal (YUL), Transborder Concourse
Needs a refresh….soon The summary The Maple Leaf Lounge is located near gates 73 and 74 in Montreal’s Transborder concourse, which is only accessible to US-bound travelers. It is directly across from the Air Canada Cafe. I was in the Air Canada Café before checking out the “traditional” Maple Leaf...
Points Miles and Bling
Review – Primeclass Business Lounge Riga (RIX)
Location and Entrance For travellers departing from Riga International Airport (RIX), the good news is that there is only one…
Points Miles and Bling
The Best Airline Programs for Family Points Pooling
Being able to consolidate miles and points into one greater family balance is extremely useful. For one, your points allow you to…
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 588: An Hour with Ed
New hubs in Florida, and other interesting ideas, with guest Ed Pizza.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Lufthansa Lounge London Heathrow (LHR)
The Lufthansa Lounge in London Heathrow is functional and practical for Star Alliance flyers departing from Terminal 2A and had a surprise that made me laugh out loud. Lufthansa Lounge London Review (LHR) During my long day in T2, my friend and I made our way from the United Club...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Express (YYZ – Terminal 1, Gates F84-F99)
While flying to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), I had the chance to check…