View from the Wing
Unlock Free Water Onboard Allegiant: The Ice Hack They Don’t Want You to Know! [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 Unlock Free Water Onboard Allegiant: The Ice Hack They Don’t Want You to Know! [Roundup]...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Forced to Remind Flight Attendant Hopefuls That They Have to Wear Underwear to Their Interview
Delta Air Lines has been forced to remind thousands of prospective flight attendants who are currently going through the Atlanta-based carrier’s latest recruitment drive that they must wear “proper undergarments” that aren’t visible in their interview. The reminder was sent out in a leaked two-page document entitled “appearance requirements acknowledgment,”...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Le Meridien Visconti Rome Hotel
For a short, one-night stay, I tried the Le Meridien Visconti Rome hotel and was a little heartbroken at what’s happened to the brand over the years.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
View from the Wing
Delta Unveils Plan to Add Premium Seats—Business Class Perks On The Chopping Block
Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein spoke at the Morgan Stanley 12th Annual Laguna Conference and shared that they are going to add premium seats to planes. Continue reading Delta Unveils Plan to Add Premium Seats—Business Class Perks On The Chopping Block...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Gypsy Vanner Horse in Ireland. Sunday Morning Photograph.
What seems to be a Gypsy Vanner horse in Ireland was grazing near an old fort. I had never seen this breed of horse in person before and thought it was somewhat unusual — so I photographed it. The small horse — which... The post Gypsy Vanner Horse in Ireland. Sunday Morning...
Points Miles and Bling
Review: Etihad A380 The Residence for 14 Hours
The Residence by Etihad Airways is considered the pinnacle of commercial aviation, providing travellers with unrivalled personal space. It features… The post Review: Etihad A380 The Residence for 14 Hours appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
One Mile at a Time
Aircalin Plans Intriguing Noumea To Paris Flights With A330neo
Aircalin is the airline of New Caledonia, part of Overseas France. New Caledonia has been dealing with some civil unrest in recent months, which has caused demand for travel to New Caledonia to drop sharply. As a result, Aircalin is reworking its route network, and is getting creative.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Watch: Qantas Airbus A330 Tears Up Section of Runway at Perth Airport as it is Taking Off
A Qantas Airbus A330 partially ripped up a newly relaid runway at Perth International Airport on Sunday afternoon as it was taking off for Singapore, prompting an emergency diversion for an aircraft that was due to land on the same runway. A spokesperson for Perth Airport confirmed that the main...
Monkey Miles
Why you should think of credit cards like the cast of “Friends”
How thinking of your credit cards as the cast of Friends can help you achieve your travel goals The post Why you should think of credit cards like the cast of “Friends” appeared first on Monkey Miles.
View from the Wing
World’s Worst Airline – With Fake Pilots – Close To Restoring Flights To Europe
The airline believes restoration of service is close enough that they’ve been out catering contracts for Manchester and Birmingham service in the U.K. Continue reading World’s Worst Airline – With Fake Pilots – Close To Restoring Flights To Europe...
Live from a Lounge
Best Credit Card Offers to buy Apple Products in India
Here is a roundup of offers from various card issuers for making your Apple purchase slightly cheaper, and winning your business in the process. The post Best Credit Card Offers to buy Apple Products in India appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
One Mile at a Time
Air Canada Avoids Strike With New Pilot Contract
There’s some good news for Air Canada passengers…
View from the Wing
Qatar Airways Nearly Triples Fuel Surcharges On Award Redemptions Without Notice
Qatar Airways has significantly increased the surcharges on award redemptions using Avios points, creating a substantial impact on travelers looking to redeem their points for flights. While the number of Avios points required for these flights remains unchanged, the fees associated with these bookings have escalated dramatically. Continue reading Qatar Airways...
The Bulkhead Seat
Air Canada Avoids Shut Down and Reaches Agreement With Pilots
Earlier this week, I wrote about Air Canada finalizing plans to suspend most of… The post Air Canada Avoids Shut Down and Reaches Agreement With Pilots appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Gulf Air Plans To Launch Flights To United States In 2025
For several years now, Gulf Air executives have been talking about plans for the airline to resume flights to the United States. The company’s CEO is now indicating that service could start within the next year. While it’s anyone’s guess if this happens, let’s talk about what we do know.
Eye of the Flyer
The LUV is Ending: Earn a Companion Pass With Two New Offers Expiring Very Soon
The chance to earn yourself a Companion Pass is about to end very soon. The post The LUV is Ending: Earn a Companion Pass With Two New Offers Expiring Very Soon appeared first on Eye of the Flyer.
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the Japanese Mitsubishi MC-20?
The Mitsubishi MC-20 was a Japanese passenger aircraft, derived from the Mitsubishi Ki-57 transport. First flying in late…
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways Massively Hikes Award Redemption Fees
Qatar Airways award redemptions have just become a lot more expensive. Not in terms of the number of Avios required, but in terms of the fees (thanks to Tim for flagging this)…
Live and Let’s Fly
(New) Pan Am Traces Historic Transatlantic Routes in 2025
A recreated Pan Am’s 2025 luxury voyages retrace iconic transatlantic routes, offering travelers a nostalgic, all-business-class experience from NYC to Europe. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Pan Am’s Nostalgic Journey: Tracing...
View from the Wing
Air Canada Averts Pilot Strike, Total Shutdown With New Contract Deal
Passengers flying with Air Canada can breathe a sigh of relief after the airline reached a last-minute agreement with its pilots, narrowly averting a significant disruption that would have impacted more than 110,000 travelers per day. Continue reading Air Canada Averts Pilot Strike, Total Shutdown With New Contract Deal...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q4 2024: Register Now
The Chase Freedom FlexSM Credit Card(review) is an incredible no annual fee card belonging to Chase’s Freedom portfolio, which can help you maximize your points thanks to its quarterly bonus categories. With the fourth quarter being right around the corner, Chase has just opened registration for its Q4 2024 bonus...
The Alviator
Review: Jetstar Asia A320 (HKT-SIN)
A review of Jetstar Asia on the two-hour flight from Phuket to Singapore, including the seat, buy-on-board food options, and more. The post Review: Jetstar Asia A320 (HKT-SIN) appeared first on The Alviator.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Airlines Are Hiding ‘Easter Eggs’ With Hidden Meanings Into Their Flight Numbers… Here Are Some of Our Favorites
Flight numbers are, of course, an essential part of an airline’s operation, but what you might not know is that most carriers have quite a bit of freedom over how they assign these numbers… and that can lead to some pretty inventive and entertaining ‘Easter Eggs’ hidden into the flight number....
2PAXfly
AIR INDIA: Joins the challenge to Qantas international
Chief Executive Campbell Wilson says Air India, will challenge Qantas with twice-daily frequencies to Melbourne and Sydney, and an expanded footprint in Australia. That is, once it gets more aircraft. The AFR is reporting that Mr Wilson has said that Australia is Air India’s third priority market after North America...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Air Canada Averts Shut Down After Last Ditch Negotiations Secure Tentative Pilot Contract
Air Canada has averted a complete shutdown of the airline after last-ditch negotiations with the union that represents more than 5,000 pilots at the Montreal-based carrier heralded at a new tentative agreement. The agreement was secured just hours before the airline had warned that it would initiate a three-day wind-down...
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Fee-free Visa gift cards at Staples, Southwest portal promo, LifeMiles sale & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Half a dozen deals are set to expire this week, with them ending on half a dozen different days. That includes a fee-free Visa gift card...
The Bulkhead Seat
2024 Weekly Review: September 14th
I’ve spent this week at home enjoying the city of Chicago. This included a… The post 2024 Weekly Review: September 14th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Which Marriott credit card is the best? (5 Free Nights or 185,000 Bonvoy Points)
There are 5 different Marriott credit cards - each with their own set of perks and benefits. Let's take a look at the pros and cons and decide which Marriott card is best
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 266
At the Cliffs of Moher in western Ireland three days ago on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, I photographed what I witnessed what was occurring right in front of me. Need I say Moher — er...I mean more? For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what... The post What Is...
The Bulkhead Seat
Volaris Adds New Route and Beefs Up Frequency From Guadalajara to Counter Aeromexico
Volaris is a Mexican low-cost airline that flies nonstop to 17 destinations in the… The post Volaris Adds New Route and Beefs Up Frequency From Guadalajara to Counter Aeromexico appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (14th September)
We’re almost halfway through September already, as the month flies by. But let us take the time to look back, with my weekly review. Yes, it’s Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Mentally, I’m still in Helsinki. Looking down Aleksanterinkatu at Sunset Snapshots Two Snapshots from my recent trip....
Your Mileage May Vary
The 10 Worst Airports In The U.S., According To Frommer’s
It seems like anyone who’s anyone (or thinks they are) has an annual “best airports in the world” list. Skytrax. Travel & Leisure. CN Traveler. A few even have the…