Economondo
Korea’s New and Exciting LCC: Jeju to Cheongju on Aero K
Background Just like most places in the world, forming an airline in Korea is a highly complex and prohibitively expensive endeavour. Many may even argue that doing so is a foolish feat with little chance of reward, as once you’ve successfully leapt through a seemingly endless series of regulatory hoops, you...
The Alviator
Trip Report Introduction: An Aria Expedition to Hong Kong and Japan
In September 2025, I flew from London to Hong Kong and Tokyo for some family commitments. Cathay Pacific released new business class and premium economy products early last year, and planes outfitted with these new configurations have been flying the Hong Kong to London route since the beginning of this...
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BoardingArea
Review: United/Air Canada Arrivals Lounge – London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 2
Shower, recharge, and have breakfast This lounge checks all the boxes of an arrivals lounge for business class travelers taking overnight flights across the Atlantic. The summary Located just outside of baggage claim and customs at Terminal 2 of London Heathrow, this United/Air Canada lounge is designed for business class travelers taking red-eye...
Miles For Family
Hot Offers on Business Credit Cards!
I have new links! I’ve partnered with Travel Freely to share these offers, and you’ll be supporting me when using the links below. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to add a business card, this is it. Hot new offers just dropped this week! Two of the strongest no-annual-fee cards...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: SWISS Business Lounge A – Zurich (ZRH)
I’ve used the SWISS Business Lounge near the A Gates of Zurich Airport twice recently when traveling on SAS, both times in the morning, and immensely enjoyed this Star Alliance lounge. SWISS Business Lounge A Review – Zurich (ZRH) I used this lounge in May and August 2025 with virtually identical positive...
2PAXfly
REX: a possible buyer for the ailing airline Regional Express
Consulting firm EY has the AU$10 million task of administering Regional Express (REX) since it went into administration. EY has also been trying to find a buyer for the airline. After over a year in administration and some courtroom dramas, it looks like REX might have finally found a buyer. REX...
Wild About Travel
Beautiful Bold Bern Beckons
Floating through BernBern is best explored slowly. Overlooked by travelers in favor of Zurich or Lucerne, Bern is, tencpatoay of siwterlcmna – and fmy afvorute Swuiss city. (many foirtegebners asusme taht xurh ir genbeva are tehcoayal) . The city hme to 144000 epoepe , covers about 52 square...
{Tech} for Travel
The HyperPack Tech Backpack offers security and style
The HyperPack Tech Backpack combines secure storage, charging on the go, and durable EcoSmart design in a travel-ready, lightweight backpack. Credit Hyper ...
Points Miles and Bling
RBC Provides Clarification on WestJet Free Checked Bag Benefit
Starting November 5, 2025, the WestJet RBC Mastercard portfolio will undergo significant changes, as covered in detail here. One of the critical updates relates to the free checked bag benefit, which has long been a key feature for the RBC WestJet World Elite Mastercard. Under the new rules, effective November 5,...
Traveling For Miles
Save on Hertz spending with this targeted Amex offer
Earlier, we wrote about an offer for JetBlue spending which is being targeted to consumer Platinum Cards only, but here we have an offer which holders of either flavor of Platinum Card may be able to see in their accounts. Other links to products and travel providers on this website will...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 552: Fuming mad!
Unwinding joint operations is not easy, but it must happen thanks to a DOT ruling. Plus fumes in the cabin, a hilariously low fine and some questionable funding in play. Also in this episode: Delta/Aeromexico antitrust immunity officially killed JetBlue and Breeze chipping at FLL Lufthansa Group centralizing more Boeing fine for Alaska plug blowout...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Hotel Iliria in Sarandë in Albania. Hotel Review.
Hotel Iliria is a hotel property that is located in the city of Sarandë, which is central to what is known as the Albanian Riviera along the Albanian Ionian Sea Coast, which sounded nice — so I booked a reservation for one night there. Hotel Iliria in Sarandë in Albania. Hotel...
Traveling For Miles
Earn 5,000 bonus Amex points on your next JetBlue booking [Targeted]
To coincide with the reveal of the of the refreshed Platinum Card® from American Express, Amex has published a number of new offers which are aimed specifically at holders of the Platinum consumer card. One such offer is this one which gives targeted Platinum Card holders the opportunity to earn...
Economondo
A Quick Hop on Asiana’s LCC: Seoul to Jeju on Air Busan
Background Whether it be winter, spring, summer or autumn, those needing to make the 280-mile journey between Seoul Gimpo and Jeju are unlikely to face any shortage of options. Famous for being the world’s most well-served air route, as of July 2024, eight out of Korea’s ten scheduled passenger airlines operate...
Miles For Family
Grand Hyatt Beijing: Cheap Lodging, Expensive Food
This is a continuation of my Japan/China trip report. See also Back from China and Japan Trip! 5 Takeaways, Worth it: JAL Premium Economy Award Seats, Better Than Expected: AA Premium Economy Shanghai PVG to DFW, Hits and Misses from our day at Tokyo DisneySea, Take this Line and Shove...
Points With a Crew
The Club at CVG airport lounge review
I first did a The Club CVG lounge review back in early 2016 but since I’ve been through it several times since then, I thought it was worth a chance to update my Club CVG lounge review. The Club CVG is open for Priority Pass members, membership in which is given for...
Live and Let’s Fly
Eat, Drink, And Be Merry: Springtime In Germany
As always, my holiday in Germany was filled with rest and relaxation, but during this springtime season of the year, I enjoyed the added bonus of virtually endless white asparagus and strawberries. My Beautiful Springtime Journey To Southwest Germany If a picture is worth a thousand words, I think the picture above...
{Tech} for Travel
Globe-Trotter Explorer Carry-On headlines new collection
Cabin-smart and stylish, the Globe-Trotter Explorer Carry-On headlines a new collection with a vintage travel crest, quiet 360-degree wheels and coordinating tote-and-pochette options. Credit Globe-Trotter ...
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The Alviator
Review: JetBlue A321neo Mint Suite (JFK-LHR)
Review Overview THE ALVIATOR'S VERDICT I could tell that this airline product would be fabulous on a good day, though I got unlucky with multiple elements of the onboard product, given our last-minute equipment swap to a non-LR A321neo. Still, a charming business class product offered by this very New York airline 4.0 In...
Economondo
Sampling Korean Air’s LCC: Seoul to Jeju on Jin Air
Background Jin Air is an airline that, in recent times, I have had minimal interaction with. Of course, living in the UK, opportunities to fly with Korean Air’s low cost subsidiary are few and far between! However, even when living in Korea, I had only ever embarked on the carrier’s lime...
Traveling For Miles
IHG flash sale for UK, Ireland, Germany, Belgium & the Netherlands (up to 25% off)
To go along with the global promotion announced yesterday and the targeted double elite nights offer we covered earlier, IHG has also now launched a flash sale for stays made in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. Other links to products and travel providers on this website will...
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BoardingArea
Review: United Polaris Lounge – EWR (Updated)
New dining room enhances this lounge, which remains one of the better business class lounges in the US. This lounge is crowded in the late afternoon, and has been surpassed by Delta One’s lounge at JFK (and the Polaris lounge in Washington Dulles). Nevertheless, the lovely new dining room and other...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: On which flights are cats and dogs now welcome on board
From 17 September 2025, you can finally book a seat for your furry companion on selected Virgin Australia flights. The cost, a cool AU$149 per pet, per flight. Australia’s first official Pets in Cabin service is now on sale. Where you can fly with your pet Initially, there are only two...
Frequent Miler
Best credit card for gas spend | Coffee Break Ep70 | 9-16-25
When you’re at the gas station filling up, which credit card should you be using for that purchase? We used to value Wyndham points around 1 cent each, which made the Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card, which earned 8 points per dollar at gas stations, a clear winner. But recent...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: American Airlines Airbus A321 First Class – ORD-LAX
A business trip had me flying to California today. I was originally booked nonstop from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), but my schedule changed and I moved onto a connecting flight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). I have been flying American more lately...
Miles To Memories
Wynn’s Value Moves, Resorts World Backtracks, $5 Strip Beers & Planet Hollywood’s New Patio Rooms!
MTM Vegas Sep 16, 2025 Consider joining our Vegas Patreon to get the weekly exclusive MtM Vegas after show! You can also listen to this episode as a podcast. Learn more here.  Today’s MtM Vegas Video This week we saw a number of new deals as Vegas makes more of a value play going...
{Tech} for Travel
Fresh Nomad Tempo Band launch for Apple Watch 2025
A new Apple Watch 2025 lineup deserves a fresh strap. The Nomad Tempo Band combines slim fit, waterproof FKM rubber, and sport styling for daily movement. Credit Nomad Goods ...
Traveling For Miles
Save on select Hyatt resort bookings with this targeted Amex offer [extended]
A new targeted Hyatt offer has appeared in our online Amex account this morning and this one is offering cardholders the opportunity to save on bookings at select Hyatt properties in North America, the Caribbean and South America.  Other links to products and travel providers on this website will earn Traveling...
Miles For Family
Brawl on Wonder of the Seas Forces Return to PortMiami
Oh, geez. Not another cruise ship brawl! This time, it’s on a Royal Caribbean ship. Yesterday, Wonder of the Seas departed Miami for a 4-night cruise to the Bahamas. However, after just a few hours out at sea, the ship was forced to return to PortMiami due to a fight that...
Economondo
A Forgettable Slog Across Canada: WestJet Review – Vancouver to Toronto
After an enjoyable time, my two-week Canadian holiday had come to an end and it was time to head back across the Atlantic to London with a short mid-journey stop in Toronto. Whilst I was in no hurry to leave, I knew that I would return to Vancouver at some...
Traveling For Miles
Save up to 25% on ITA Airways award bookings through 15 November 2025
ITA Airways, the airline that rose from the ashes of Alitalia and which will be joining the Star Alliance next year, has launched a new promotion in which its offering up to 25% back on award bookings for travel though 15 November 2025. Other links to products and travel providers on...
The Alviator
Review: British Airways A320neo New Club Europe (AMS-LHR)
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