The Alviator
Wizz Air Introduces “Wizz Class” Add-On Across All Routes – Surely They’re Joking
Wizz Air has introduced a new concept called "Wizz Class", a concept mimicking intra-European business class (though it certainly isn't). The post Wizz Air Introduces “Wizz Class” Add-On Across All Routes – Surely They’re Joking appeared first on The Alviator.
The Points of Life
Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island: You Call This Luxury?
I’m still waiting to be blown away by a Ritz-Carlton. My first RItz experience was in Kazakhstan (see This Is Kazakhstan?). My second was in Tenerife (see We’ll Make It Better, The Second Time Around). Both were good, but fell short of that epic luxury experience that one would expect...
Miles For Family
Earn Southwest Companion Pass with One Credit Card Approval
One of the best deals in travel is the Southwest Airlines Companion Pass. This pass allows you to bring a companion along with you for free (well, mostly free, after paying taxes of $5.60 for domestic one-way flights), regardless if you booked with points or cash. Now, the three Southwest...
{Tech} for Travel
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: A compact heated massage gun built for travel, offering deep tissue relief, quiet performance, and fast heat-up. The post RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
ATX Jetsetter
Review: Delta Sky Club Newark (EWR)
The Delta Sky Club at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a nice, relaxing space to wait for your flight. The post Review: Delta Sky Club Newark (EWR) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
2PAXfly
QANTAS: I know when the next double status promotion is going to start.
Let’s start by confessing that the headline is a lie. No one knows when the promo will drop, except a small group within the Qantas promo team! What I am about to present is just speculation, some of which is my own, and some is drawn from the knowledge and...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Delayed 10 Hour Flight. 2 Fewer Lavatories. A Cup of Water For Breakfast. Guess Which Airline.
I was a passenger aboard an airplane for a 10 hour flight that departed at least one hour and 39 minutes late. The airplane had 2 fewer lavatories than what was shown on the seat map. All passengers in the economy class cabin were served a single cup of water...
2PAXfly
AUSTRALIA: Airlines claim passenger protections ‘unworkable’. Surprise!
Australia’s airlines are pushing back hard against the federal government’s proposed aviation consumer protections, warning the reforms are “unworkable”, confusing, and will push up airfares. Not very imaginative arguments, and ones that every consumer protection initiative has faced. What’s the government proposing? The government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese,...
Frequent Miler
Disney® Inspire Visa® Card | Coffee Break Ep92 | 2-9-26
Is the new Disney® Inspire Visa® Card worth considering for Disney fans? That’s exactly what we’ll discuss in today’s podcast. Disney® Inspire Visa® Card Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to a specific part of...
Frequent Miler
Review: Hyatt House London Stratford – my new go-to London hotel
A couple of the gifts I got my wife for Christmas were tickets to see Josh Johnson (stand up comedian & The Daily Show presenter) at the London Palladium, as well as tickets to see the new theatre production of The Hunger Games: On Stage at Canary Wharf in London....
The Alviator
Review: British Airways A350 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)
A comprehensive review of British Airways' A350 premium economy class from London to Hong Kong, detailing the seat, catering, service, and more. The post Review: British Airways A350 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG) appeared first on The Alviator.
Points With a Crew
Best Western Gateway to the Keys Hotel Review
If you're looking for a South Florida hotel - here is my Best Western Gateway to the Keys hotel review, including info on wifi, breakfast, parking, rooms, amenities, cost and more
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class
My short journey from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur on Thai Airways onboard a 787-9 in “Royal Silk” business class exceeded (almost) all expectations, with gracious service and a delicious multi-course meal. Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class Review (BKK-KUL) After a pleasant stay at the St. Regis Bangkok, I avoided heavy...
Points Miles and Bling
Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo
Marriott has just announced its first major promotion of 2026, and it’s … acceptable. For the past five years, we’ve… The post Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live from a Lounge
First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3 International
Air India is close to opening its first lounge, the Air India Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 (International), which reflects the airline's design philosophy. Here is a 2000-word detailing of what to expect inside. The post First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s...
The Alviator
My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About
I'm hugely excited when I get on any plane, though there are a few planes I get particularly excited about flying. Here's why. The post My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About appeared first on The Alviator.
No Work All Travel
App Review: GPSmyCity
Disclaimer: I was invited to try out a subscription to GPSmyCity in exchange for this review. As a Silicon Valley tech alum, Jim Zhu has been a big-time traveler. Whenever he went somewhere new, he’d take a tour, be that one of those frequently stopping buses, or on a walk...
The Alviator
Cities That Are Served By 2+ Airports: In Which Cases Do These Airports Compete?
London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, Milan, and Beijing are examples of cities that are served by multiple airports. But do these airports compete? The post Cities That Are Served By 2+ Airports: In Which Cases Do These Airports Compete? appeared first on The Alviator.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: A Quick Return to Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge – Growing Old in Style
A Quick Return to Singapore Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge Growing Old In Style It’s time to head towards home in some kind of eastward direction. First stop, Changi and the Marhaba Lounge.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next....
The Alviator
The Two Common Aircraft I’ve Never Flown Before: Time To Change This
There are two plane types that I've never flown before, and I'm keen to change this. File this in "aviation nerd" category. The post The Two Common Aircraft I’ve Never Flown Before: Time To Change This appeared first on The Alviator.
Your Mileage May Vary
Why It’s Still Worth Calling Your Hotel After You Book Online
Most hotel reservations never require a phone call—but a few specific requests are still best handled by speaking to someone directly. While most hotel reservations can be handled entirely online,…
Miles To Memories
New Casino Opening Date, Hard Rock Grows Again & HUGE Circus Circus Improvement!
Another new Hard Rock, Super Bowl in Vegas, Circus Circus' new rooms & newest Vegas casino opening date. The post New Casino Opening Date, Hard Rock Grows Again & HUGE Circus Circus Improvement! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada Suspends Cuba Flights Due to Aviation Fuel Shortage
Air Canada has announced the immediate suspension of all flights to Cuba following advisories regarding a critical shortage of aviation… The post Air Canada Suspends Cuba Flights Due to Aviation Fuel Shortage appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Best and Worst Airlines for Long-Haul Flights, per Travel + Leisure
A new ranking shared by Travel + Leisure analyzes 26 airlines to reveal which carriers deliver the best long-haul flight experience—and which fall short. Long-haul flights tend to amplify differences…
Points Miles and Bling
A Guide to the British Airways Companion Voucher
As a companion piece to our guide to airline companion vouchers in Canada, let’s take a look at the British… The post A Guide to the British Airways Companion Voucher appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Alviator
BOOKED: ANA Premium Economy, Air New Zealand Premium Economy, And More!
I booked a few flights that I'll be reviewing, including Air New Zealand and ANA premium economy, Cathay Pacific economy class, and more. The post BOOKED: ANA Premium Economy, Air New Zealand Premium Economy, And More! appeared first on The Alviator.
TravelUpdate
New Luxury Hotel Review: Rosewood Amsterdam
Background The Rosewood Amsterdam opened in May of 2025, which was timed perfectly for my Amsterdam trip in…
The Points of Life
Iberia Business: Athens Back To Lisbon Via Madrid
It was very difficult to find a flight from Lisbon to Athens (see SWISS Business: Why Am I Leaving Lisbon for Geneva?). It was even more difficult to find a flight back. To make it work, I had to book a business-class flight on Iberia, then a coach flight on TAP....
Miles For Family
My Latest Credit Card Approval
It’s been 2 months since my last credit card approval, but I’ve already hit the required spending to earn the welcome bonus on my Citi Strata Elite (see this post). So, I’m open to another new credit card that will help reduce the cost of my family’s future vacations. (See...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The final stop on my Star Alliance Lounge tour in Bangkok (BKK) was the Thai Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge in the main terminal of the international departures area, the flagship Thai Airways Lounge. Thai Airways Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge Bangkok Review – Main Terminal (BKK) This is a very central...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
First Antarctic Continental Landing: Meusnier Point and Recess Cove
Our first Antarctic continental landing after breakfast was at Meusnier Point before cruising the waters of Recess Cove in a zodiac. Although we were on land at Barrientos Island in the South Shetland Islands the evening before, Meusnier Point was the first time most of us would ever step on...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
A recent work trip had me in Atlanta for a few days and I… The post Hotel Review: The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.