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AIR ASIA: Man tries to open emergency door mid-air twice!
After attempting to open emergency exit doors on AirAsia X flight D7220, a 46-year-old Jordanian national, Shadi Taiseer Alsaaydeh, was arrested and charged by Australian Federal Police. The April 5 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney departed an hour late at 10:01 and arrived at 20:43. During the flight while...
Points Miles and Bling
How Airlines Are Using IPL (Cricket) to Win India’s Travel Market
As I sit watching the Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match, it’s not just the sixes and wickets catching…
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Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air France 777 Economy Class
Our early morning flight from Paris to Los Angeles was pleasant onboard an aging but comfortable Air France 777 in economy class. The Air France economy class experience is solid. Air France 777 Economy Class Review (CDG-LAX) After a short night at the Hyatt Place near CDG Airport and a...
Live and Let’s Fly
After Aircraft Swap, 4-Year-Old Was Seated Alone…But United Airlines Blamed Parents
Aircraft swaps are an operational reality and often create a musical chairs scenario. But one family of four found out the hard way on United Airlines that remaining seated together required herculean effort. It should have never been this hard. Aircraft Swaps Leaves 4-Year-Old By Himself On United Airlines Transatlantic...
The Points of Life
Air Corsica to the Birthplace of Napeleon
Air Corsica Flight Review is part of the Still The Best Trip Report. After fumbling around the French Riviera (see Guns & Butter: French Riviera Travel Guide (Poor Man’s Edition)), it was time to visit a new ‘country’, Corsica. The only way to get from Nice to Figari is on Air...
Miles For Family
Virgin Atlantic Jacks Up Surcharges for Delta Awards, Paying Taxes with Credit Card and More
Virgin Atlantic jacks up Delta One surcharges departing Europe to more than $1,000 one-way: Oof! Those surcharges are ridiculous, and now they’re on both ways to/from Europe. See this post on Frequent Miler. How and Why to Pay Your Taxes with a Credit Card: Even though there are fees, it...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
My First Time As a Passenger With Fiji Airways — and The Verdict Is…
The nonstop flight of one hour and 45 minutes aboard a Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplane from Nadi to Port Vila was my first time as a passenger with Fiji Airways in the economy class cabin — and it was the only flight which I have taken that was operated...
The Shutterwhale
Hotel Review: RYSE, Autograph Collection (Producer Suite) – Best Hotel in Hongdae with Great Restaurants and Shopping Options
RYSE, Autograph Collection delivers a polished and thoughtfully curated
stay right in the heart of Hongdae, Seoul’s most youthful and energetic
district. The hotel blends boutique charm with brand-level consistency,
offering stylish rooms, standout design, and a strong sense of place that
reflects the creative pulse of the neighbourhood.
Live and Let’s Fly
A Day In The Life Of A Travel Blogger
Today I thought I’d pull back the curtain on my work as a travel blogger and how I approach opportunities to interact directly with airlines. A Day In The Life Of A Travel Blogger I receive a lot of media invites for events like new lounge openings, aircraft deliveries, or...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Banyan Beach Café Bar Lounge in Port Vila in Vanuatu. Restaurant Review.
We had originally decided to dine out on our first night in Vanuatu at a different venue — but we were disappointed that that place was shut down; so we accidentally found Banyan Beach Café Bar Lounge in Port Vila next door simply on a whim as a place to...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Austrian Airlines Senator Lounge Schengen (VIE – F Gates)
The Austrian Airlines Lounge houses three separate areas inside: Business Class, Senator, and HON…
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Frequent Miler
How to Save Miles by Flying More | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep300 | 4-4-25 | Podcast
There are some creative ways to use airline miles to fly further with less miles. In other words, you can see more and spend less. We’ll talk about these fun tricks in today’s episode. Main Event: How to Save Miles by Flying More Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast...
Miles For Family
100k Bonus Points on my Favorite Credit Card!
One of the cards I frequently recommend for newbies in this miles and points hobby is Chase Sapphire Preferred card. And right now, the welcome bonus is 100,000 points, which is the highest it’s been in a few years! Chase Sapphire Preferred Offer Earn 100,000 points after spending $5000 in...
The Points of Life
Priority Pass Nice: Inconceivable Champagne
Priority Pass Nice is part of the Still The Best Trip Report. It is inconceivable that bad champagne can be served in France. Then, I went to the Priority Pass Lounge in Nice also known as the Infinity Lounge. Not only was the champagne bad but the food was inedible...
{Tech} for Travel
STM Goods 65W Travel Charger Review: A Trusty Charger With Limits
STM Goods 65W Travel Charger Review: This is a decent option for a travel adapter, but better alternatives exist. Is it right for you? Read our honest review.
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Miles For Family
Was “Perfect Day Beach Bed” on CocoCay worth the cost?
On my family’s recent cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, I splurged on a “Perfect Day Beach Bed” on CocoCay, the private island. Was it worth the cost? Booking I booked the beach bed about 6 months prior to our sailing. If you’re familiar with Royal Caribbean, you...
