The Alviator
Best Uses Of Avios (British Airways, Qatar, Finnair, Iberia, Aer Lingus)
The Avios loyalty currency is shared between 6 major airlines, and you can use it for redemptions on 35 carriers. Here are some best uses. The post Best Uses Of Avios (British Airways, Qatar, Finnair, Iberia, Aer Lingus) appeared first on The Alviator.
ATX Jetsetter
A Hui Hou, Hawaiian: Tracking Its Final Flight
The final flight for Hawaiian Airlines is currently underway between Pago Pago, American Samoa and Honolulu. The post A Hui Hou, Hawaiian: Tracking Its Final Flight appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Live and Let’s Fly
JetBlue Will Introduce “Mini Mint” Premium Cabin Across Airbus Fleet
In July 2024, I exclusively reported that as JetBlue seeks to innovate in response to persistent losses and a blocked merger with Spirit Airlines, it plans to introduce a domestic first class cabin it will call “Mini Mint” across its fleet of Airbus jets. Those plans were officially confirmed in...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Tells Disabled Passenger That Crew Baggage Takes Priority In Closet Designed For Wheelchairs
A United Airlines flight attendant refused to let a disabled passenger store their bespoke wheelchair in an onboard closet designed specifically for this exact purpose because the crew’s baggage was taking up all the room in the closet, and they were unwilling to move their bags to another stowage. Sarah...
The Bulkhead Seat
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Achieve Key Integration Milestone with Single FAA Operating Certificate
Alaska Airlines has reached a major milestone in its merger with Hawaiian Airlines, securing… The post Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Achieve Key Integration Milestone with Single FAA Operating Certificate appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Travel Codex
Sail Royal Caribbean, Silversea, or Celebrity Cruises & Earn Elite Status
FINALLY, the cruise industry is taking a play from airline loyalty and award programs and allowing you to earn elite status by cruising with other partner cruise lines. As many cruise lines have multiple cruise lines within their ownership structure, this only makes sense. Historically, if you sail on Royal...
TravelUpdate
Flight Review: Delta A321neo Main Cabin San Juan to New York
Background For a quick weekend getaway, I spent two nights in San Juan, Puerto Rico. On my outbound…
The Bulkhead Seat
Chaos in the Cabin: United Airlines Plane Grounded After Flight Attendants Brawl
What began as a routine United Airlines flight from Des Moines International Airport (DSM)… The post Chaos in the Cabin: United Airlines Plane Grounded After Flight Attendants Brawl appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Harasses Staff, Threatens To “Kill The Illuminati” With Finger Gun And Imaginary Bomb [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 Delta Passenger Harasses Staff, Threatens To “Kill The Illuminati” With Finger Gun And Imaginary Bomb [Roundup]...
Frequent Miler
Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select card has a limited time Turo benefit; $30 per rental, up to $180 in next 12 months
When Citi launched the new AAdvantage Globe card last week, one of its benefits included a $30 statement credit for Turo rentals, with a limit of $240 back per year. Citi has now expanded its Turo benefit to the AAdvantage Platinum Select card. That too offers $30 back per rental,...
The Points of Life
The Anndore House Toronto: In Yorkville, Sort Of
Last time I stayed in Toronto, it was at the Hyatt Regency. Unfortunately, my wish that the hotel would not be devalued did not come true (see Hyatt Regency Toronto: Please Don’t Devalue!). Now, the hotel is 15k a night. For that price, I decided to stay in a boutique...
TravelUpdate
Delta Opens New Salt Lake City Sky Club
Delta Air Lines opened its second-largest Sky Club at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The lounge is…
Live and Let’s Fly
American Express And Delta Just Made Salt Lake City One Of The Best Airport Layovers In America
Salt Lake City just became one of the most comfortable airport layovers in America. With both Delta Air Lines and American Express opening new premium lounges, the travel experience at SLC has taken a dramatic step forward. Two New Lounges Open At Salt Lake City International Airport Let’s first look...
One Mile at a Time
United Airlines Flight Delayed By Hours After Crew Fights, Can’t Work Together
Sometimes you’ll see flight delays because passengers have to be removed from the aircraft, though it’s not every day that you see a delay because crew members had to be removed.
TravelUpdate
What’s behind the latest wave of Amex account shutdowns?
There's a new wave of Amex account shutdowns that's happening. However, there's a lot of speculation about what may be really causing this.
View from the Wing
A Decade Of Decisions That Undid American Airlines As A Global Power — Fleet Mistakes, Product Retreats And Credit Card Decline
American Airlines’ decade of missteps reshaped its future. From fleet retirements and product downgrades to a fading credit-card empire, decisions since 2014 systematically dismantled what was once a global aviation power. Continue reading A Decade Of Decisions That Undid American Airlines As A Global Power — Fleet Mistakes, Product Retreats And...
Miles For Family
3 Credit Cards Offering 85,000 Bonus Points
All 3 Southwest Airlines personal credit cards now have elevated welcome bonuses of 85,000 points after spending $3000 in the first 3 months! Non-affiliate links to the cards: Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card ($99 annual fee) Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card ($149 annual fee) Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority...
Live from a Lounge
Air India expects to induct first line fit Boeing 787-9 in December 2025
Air India is getting ready to induct its first 787-9 aircraft from Boeing later this year. The post Air India expects to induct first line fit Boeing 787-9 in December 2025 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
One Mile at a Time
Delta Regional Flight Attendants Told “Act Your Wage,” “No Need To Be Extra”
Someone at the country’s biggest flight attendant union has maybe been watching a little too much RuPaul’s Drag Race, because this sass is quite something…
Eye of the Flyer
Save $100 on Select Hyatt Stays (Targeted)
People chasing Hyatt status might — or just enjoying stays for the heck of it (who does that?! 😉 ) — can save a little money with a new, targeted offer. American Express card members who receive a new Hyatt Amex Offer can earn one-time $100 statement credit after using...
Frequent Miler
Bilt Complete Guide (2025)
Bilt is a program in which you can earn points by paying your rent, dining out, shopping, and/or using the Bilt Mastercard. You can then use those points in a variety of ways, including transferring them to one of Bilt’s industry-leading portfolio of travel partners. What’s new? This guide has...
Live and Let’s Fly
JetBlue Will Open Posh Airport Lounges In New York + Boston
UPDATE: As flagged by One Mile At A Time, JetBlue Lounge has just confirmed the opening of its first lounge is imminent. In late 2025, JetBlue will open an 8,000-square-foot lounge at New York JFK Terminal 5 In 2026, JetBlue will open an 11,000-square-foot lounge at Boston Logan Terminal C...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Flight to Chicago Delayed More Than Four Hours After Flight Attendants Start Fighting
Passengers on what should have been a routine United Airlines flight from Des Moines to Chicago O’Hare faced a frustrating four-hour delay on Monday after two of the flight attendants got into a fight on the airplane before takeoff. The situation reportedly became so heated that members of United’s airport...
Monkey Miles
Buy Alaska Atmos with up to a 100% bonus ( 1.74c per point )
Alaska is currently offering a 50% bonus on purchased miles. That's just 1.97 cents a point. The post Buy Alaska Atmos with up to a 100% bonus ( 1.74c per point ) appeared first on Monkey Miles.
One Mile at a Time
Mix-Up Causes Lufthansa A350 To Operate Circuitous Route Around Africa
A Lufthansa jet operating a routine flight to Africa had a very unusual route, adding nearly three hours to the standard flight time. What happened, exactly?
ATX Jetsetter
JetBlue Lounges in Boston and New York are Opening Soon
JetBlue is opening lounges at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and Boston Logan International Airport in the coming weeks. The post JetBlue Lounges in Boston and New York are Opening Soon appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
The Bulkhead Seat
World of Hyatt® Promo: Earn 3,000 Points Per Night at Hyatt Vacation Club Properties
World of Hyatt® is back with another promo and this one focuses on Hyatt… The post World of Hyatt® Promo: Earn 3,000 Points Per Night at Hyatt Vacation Club Properties appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Receive up to a 100% bonus when you buy Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards points (Mystery Bonus)
The next buy points bonus for Alaska Airlines new Atmos Rewards program is here and it’s a decent one. This new buy points bonus awards up to 100% more points until November 4, 2025, This version of the offer is a mystery bonus and will be revealed when you login,...
Points With a Crew
Delta SkyMiles® Gold Business American Express Review (90K SkyMiles!)
KEY LINK: Delta SkyMiles® Gold Business American Express Card – Earn 90,000 bonus miles after you spend $6,000 in purchases on your new card in your first 6 months of card membership. $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $150 (see rates and fees ) I’ve often said that...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Speed Cameras Now Monitor Construction Zones in New York
Speed cameras now monitor construction zones in New York, as the state has joined eleven other states in the United States that have what is called the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program in New York. The program allows the Metropolitan Transportation Authority of New York to install cameras on...
View from the Wing
‘You Don’t Get Paid Enough To Argue’: Union Tells Delta’s Regional Flight Attendants To Stop Confronting Passengers Over Safety Rules
Delta’s regional flight attendants received a blunt directive from their union: “You don’t get paid enough to argue.” The memo instructs crew members to stop confronting passengers over safety rules, emphasizing their role is to inform—not enforce. Continue reading ‘You Don’t Get Paid Enough To Argue’: Union Tells Delta’s Regional Flight...
Frequent Miler
A second look at the new Chase Sapphire Reserve® card | Coffee Break Ep75 | 10-28-25
Back in June, Chase introduced the new Chase Sapphire Reserve® card with a higher annual fee. Our initial reactions were mixed and a little disappointed because the card was no longer a no-brainer, broadly applicable card in our view. Now that we’ve had some time, has our opinion changed? A...