The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Air Lines Flight is Forced to Return to JFK After Emergency Side Detaches During Climb-Out
Delta Air Lines flight DL520 was forced to return to New York John F… The post Delta Air Lines Flight is Forced to Return to JFK After Emergency Side Detaches During Climb-Out appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Delta Air Lines A330-900neo Business Class
My trip to Europe began with a Delta Air Lines flight in “Delta One” business class onboard the Airbus A330-900neo from Los Angeles to London. No, the Delta One Suite is not my favorite business class seat, but the service and meals onboard were outstanding. Delta Air Lines A330-900neo Business...
One Mile at a Time
Ethiopian Airlines Flies “Tel Aviv” 787 To Beirut, Drama Ensues
What’s intended to be a cute initiative on Ethiopian Airlines’ part has backfired, as authorities in Lebanon took issue with a little detail on an aircraft belonging to the airline…
Points With a Crew
Delta Sky Club EWR Lounge Review
If you're at Newark airport, you'll want to read my Delta Sky Club EWR lounge review, for information on wifi, food, amenities and ...
Miles To Memories
Chase Sapphire Cards, Improved Bonuses Launching In-Branch
Chase will be soon offering increased welcome bonuses for two of its most popular cards. The post Chase Sapphire Cards, Improved Bonuses Launching In-Branch appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! The Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont
The Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont Surprise, Surprise! Time for the second hotel for this trip, this time looking at a property that should be familiar to a lot of you if you’ve been around this blog – The Hyatt Regency O’Hare. What changes are there?  In this surprise-laden adventure… We...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save 50 Percent With Caesars Entertainment With Daily Getaways — April 26, 2024
You can save 50 percent on the purchase of package deals offered by Caesars Entertainment through the Daily Getaways of today, Friday, April 26, 2024 at 1:00 in the afternoon Eastern Daylight Time — and you have five different offers from which to choose... The post Save 50 Percent With Caesars...
View from the Wing
Emergency Exit Slide Detaches As Delta Flight Takes Off, Forces Return to New York JFK
Delta Air Lines flight 520 from New York JFK to Los Angeles had a piece of the aircraft fall off during climb out this morning, with emergency equipment meeting the flight on arrival. Delta substituted a new Boeing 767, and passengers were sent on their way - expected to land...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Airbus A350s Get New Premium Configuration
Delta Air Lines will be introducing a new, more premium layout on some of its upcoming Airbus A350s. While seat maps began to reflect this back in December 2023, the airline has now formally announced these plans.
Frequent Miler
Kroger: Earn 4x Fuel Points On 3rd Party Gift Cards; Fixed-Value Visa & Mastercard Gift Cards
Kroger has returned with more digital coupons offering 4x fuel points on third party gift cards and fixed-value Visa and Mastercard gift cards. This is valid for online gift card purchases as well, with no coupon needed. This offer will be valid today, April 26, only. Note that the terms...
Sam Chui
New DOT Rule: Automatic Cash Refunds for Flight Disruptions & Ban On Junk Fees
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced two new rules yesterday that will help air travelers get refunds for services the airlines have not provided and ban junk fees such as forced fees for seat selection. These rules aimed to simplify the refund process and strengthen passenger rights. Extracts below...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
April 26 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air France KLM Flying Blue – 2x miles on all flights out of Canada
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight comes to us from Air France KLM Flying Blue who are offering 2x miles on all their flights out of Canada. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post April 26 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air France KLM Flying Blue – 2x miles on...
Your Mileage May Vary
British Airways Hikes Drink & Snack Prices…Mid-Flight!
It’s a given that airlines, like every other industry, will increase their prices at one point or another. A flight that costs $285 one day will cost $305 the next.…
TravelUpdate
BMO Car Rental Collision / Loss Damage Insurance
Learn more about your BMO Car Rental Collision / Loss Damage Insurance for being an BMO Cardholder when you rent your next vehicle!
One Mile at a Time
Beond Airlines: Maldives’ All-Business Class Carrier
In late 2023, we saw the launch of Beond Airlines, a fascinating premium airline startup. The airline has now been flying for several months, and quite a bit has changed since launch, so I wanted to take an updated look at whats going on with this unique airline.
The Bulkhead Seat
Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland Unveil Augmented Reality Livery
Brussels Airlines and Belgian electronic dance music (EDM) festival, Tomorrowland, have unveiled an impressive… The post Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland Unveil Augmented Reality Livery appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Will New Airline Consumer Protection Rules Leave You Stranded? Automatic Refunds Not As Great As You Think
When bad weather rolls in, or your flight gets cancelled due to lack of crew or a mechanical problem, it can be tough to get rebooked. Planes are full these days. Everyone on your flight needs another seat, and there may not be enough to go around. ...
Frequent Miler
Chase Sapphire Preferred: 85k In-Branch Offer
We’ve seen a number of reports over the past few days about an 85K offer for the Chase Sapphire Preferred (CSP) card that will soon be available in-branch. Doctor of Credit has now received an internal Chase memo which indicates that, starting 4/28, there will be an in-branch welcome offer...
Will Run For Miles
Enter to Win a Trip from Qantas to Sydney, Australia
Win a Qantas flight to SYD and a stay at the Four Seasons! The post Enter to Win a Trip from Qantas to Sydney, Australia appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines Flight Attendant Banishes Black Woman To Economy Class Lavatory For “Slamming” First Class Lavatory Door
A black woman and retired judge has claimed she was targeted for harassment by an American Airlines flight attendant for “slamming” the first class lavatory door on a flight to Phoenix. She denies that charge and believes the incident was racially motivated. American Airlines Flight Attendant Accused Of Harassing Black...
TravelUpdate
Review: EVA Airways Business Class 777 New York to Taipei
Background and Booking Last month, I flew on EVA Airways Business Class for the first time. They call the Business Class product, Royal Laurel Class, and I flew from New York (JFK) to Taipei (TPE). I was super excited that it was going to be my longest flight at a...
The Points of Life
Navigating Iraqi Checkpoints: The Road to Samarra
Iraqi Checkpoints is part of the Iraq Homecoming Trip Report. Catch up on all the posts here: Baghdad, Iraq Day 1: Over Stimulation Baghdad, Iraq Day 2: Welcome to the Jungle Baghdad, Iraq Day 3: Calm and Culture Baghdad, Iraq: Family Reunion Do you want to test your patience? Do...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Miles and Points On Sale — April 26 2024
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...
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card 185K Bonus Points Offer
We’re currently seeing a huge limited time welcome offer on Marriott’s most premium credit card, offering nearly twice as many points as the previous offer. I wanted to recap this offer, as it will be expiring in the coming days. If you’re at all interested in this card, this would...
View from the Wing
Explore Greengrass Isle in Real Life: Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Limited-Time Pokémon Rooms
Your stay will integrate an immersive adventure inspired by the Pokémon game with options for a standard room or suite styled after the game’s Greengrass Isle, features a grass-like carpet, plants, and a small tent. It will be adorned with a near life-sized Snorlax plush and other Pokémon-themed decorations such as...
One Mile at a Time
Cool: Brussels Airlines’ Tomorrowland Airbus A320neo
Brussels Airlines has just unveiled its newest special aircraft, featuring an augmented reality livery. Yowzers!
The Bulkhead Seat
DFW Passenger Shoplifts a Wallet Before Attempting to Board Turkish Airlines Flight
In January, a Turkish Airlines passenger at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) was… The post DFW Passenger Shoplifts a Wallet Before Attempting to Board Turkish Airlines Flight appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
How to get free cruises by gaming casino status matches
Free cruises sound like a scam, but it is currently possible to turn elite status earned from a single $95 credit card into months worth of free cruises and free hotel nights if you play your cards right. The best part is that if you follow the steps, you don’t...
Miles For Family
Asking to match to a higher welcome bonus
Have you ever applied for a new credit card with an attractive welcome bonus, only to find out soon after that a new offer with an even higher welcome bonus is now available on the same card? For example, did you apply for a credit card when the welcome bonus...
Eye of the Flyer
They’re Back: Credit Cards Made from Real 747 Planes! Here’s How You Can Get Yours!
A popular credit card promotion from a few years ago is back -- with a brand new look! The post They’re Back: Credit Cards Made from Real 747 Planes! Here’s How You Can Get Yours! appeared first on Eye of the Flyer.
Economy Class & Beyond
Brussels Airlines reveils its new Belgian Icon  – Amare to take flight
As the Tomorrowland comes up, Brussels Airlines is presenting a new version of its Amare livery – another of its Belgian Icons. Amare unveils ​This will feature on one of Brussels Airlines’ brand-new Airbus A320neo, featuring augmented reality extras.  It is applied to OO-SBB – the second Airbus A320neo that...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge New York (JFK)
I had the chance recently to pay a couple of morning visits to the new Chase Sapphire Lounge at New York JFK in Terminal 4. This lounge was formally the Etihad lounge and now is a shared lounge with Ethiad. I never visited the lounge when it was solely Etihad’s,...