Points Miles and Bling
Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe
There isn’t a ton of train coverage here on Points Miles and Bling, and maybe that’s something we change going… The post Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class
I enjoyed an excellent flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bali on a brand new Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo in business class, a beautiful aircraft with a comfortable business class seat and excellent service onboard. Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class Review (KUL-DPS) The only reason I flew to Bali (and why the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Airport (BUSINESS CLASS)  – Growing Old in Style
TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style Time to head from one level of cold to another. It’s off to Oslo on an aircraft that feels like it’s done some hard time in its life.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old....
Economondo
Royal Brunei Dreamliner Review: Sampling the Cheapest Direct Flight from Dubai to London
Flying with Royal Brunei Airlines on their fifth freedom overnight slog from Dubai to London Heathrow
Points Miles and Bling
How Bad Is Basic Economy in Canada, Really?
After a recent Porter basic economy flight from Miami to Vancouver (via Toronto) and back, and amid many emotions along… The post How Bad Is Basic Economy in Canada, Really? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Alviator
T’Way Air’s Intriguing “Business Premium” Product: The World’s Best Business Class?
If you book a flight on Korean low-cost carrier T'Way Air in their premium cabin, you could end up in a Cathay Pacific first class seat. The post T’Way Air’s Intriguing “Business Premium” Product: The World’s Best Business Class? appeared first on The Alviator.
The Alviator
Review: Hotel JAL City Haneda West Wing, Tokyo (HND)
A review of the Hotel JAL City Haneda West Wing, a 103-room hotel with free shuttle service to Haneda Airport (HND). The post Review: Hotel JAL City Haneda West Wing, Tokyo (HND) appeared first on The Alviator.
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive
I was in Dallas for a quick trip and spent the night at the… The post Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Fine Hotels + Resorts® vs The Edit by Chase Travel℠ | Coffee Break Ep93 | 2-17-26
Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Edit by Chase Travel℠ are hotel programs offered by American Express and Chase, which offer a similar array of perks. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t significant differences. Greg discusses a recent stay where he used both of these back-to-back. Fine Hotels + Resorts®...
The Alviator
Review: Greater Bay Airlines 737 MAX Premium Class (HKG-NRT)
Greater Bay Airlines very recently introduced a new Premium Class product, which I flew from Hong Kong to Tokyo Narita. Here are my thoughts. The post Review: Greater Bay Airlines 737 MAX Premium Class (HKG-NRT) appeared first on The Alviator.
man with his bag at airport (l) Frontier airlines (r)
BoardingArea
Two passengers fit personal items in Frontier bag size checker. Then a worker steps in: ‘Looks like a scam to me’
“Frontier associates get paid a kick-back for bag fees!”
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Centric Kuala Lumpur (Central Location)
I spent my  final night in Kuala Lumpur at the Hyatt Centric City Centre, a reasonably-priced, centrally-located Hyatt hotel within easy walking distance of the Petronas Towers and Bukit Bintang. Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur Review If you’re a Hyatt loyalist on a budget, this hotel is for you....
Points Miles and Bling
Review – Hilton Helsinki Airport Hotel is great for long layover
Introduction and Booking After a memorable journey to Lapland in northern Finland to attend the Midnight Sun Film Festival, my… The post Review – Hilton Helsinki Airport Hotel is great for long layover appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Points Miles and Bling
Stop Maximizing Your Award Flights
Award travel should feel like freedom: the chance to take trips you wouldn’t normally justify paying cash for, on flights… The post Stop Maximizing Your Award Flights appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
TravelUpdate
Baden-Baden, Germany: Hiking to the Altes Schloss and a Charming Aldstadt
The chilly February air jolts me awake as I begin my climb up to the castle above Baden-Baden. I'd be filled with regret if I didn't hike any of Germany's black forest, and today is the one day I have where I can do so. I hope to make the...
Points Miles and Bling
Until March 5, Buy Air France KLM Flying Blue for 1.68 CPP
Air France KLM Flying Blue has just launched a points purchase sale with up to 80% bonus miles or 45%… The post Until March 5, Buy Air France KLM Flying Blue for 1.68 CPP appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
a woman taking a selfie with a plane in the sky
BoardingArea
‘For the safety and comfort of other passengers’: Woman books Southwest flight to Vegas. Then a manager insists she has to get a $176 second seat because she’s plus size
“Are you saying I need an extra seat because I'm bigger?”
The Alviator
Review: The Five Villas & Resort, Quangnam (Danang, Vietnam)
We had a four-night stay at The Five Villas, located in the Quảng Nam region (between Da Nang and Hội An). Here's my review. The post Review: The Five Villas & Resort, Quangnam (Danang, Vietnam) appeared first on The Alviator.
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: VIP Lounge (PUJ – Terminal B, Gate 31) (Yes, It Has an Infinity Pool)
While flying back to the United States from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) today,… The post Lounge Review: VIP Lounge (PUJ – Terminal B, Gate 31) (Yes, It Has an Infinity Pool) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
{Tech} for Travel
New Sony WF-1000XM6 boasts massive 25% better noise cancelling
A new processor and redesigned drivers power the Sony WF-1000XM6, which claims 25 per cent stronger noise reduction and upgraded call performance. The post New Sony WF-1000XM6 boasts massive 25% better noise cancelling appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
The Alviator
AirAsia’s New Gatwick Flight: A Compelling New Europe-Asia Premium Cabin (And A Fifth-Freedom Flight!)
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia has just started selling a flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Gatwick. This interesting… The post AirAsia’s New Gatwick Flight: A Compelling New Europe-Asia Premium Cabin (And A Fifth-Freedom Flight!) appeared first on The Alviator.
The Alviator
American Airlines AAdvantage vs. Air Canada Aeroplan: Why I Far Preferred Booking An AAdvantage Award Via Phone
While both AAdvantage and Aeroplan are great award programmes, I far preferred booking one award on the phone over the other. The post American Airlines AAdvantage vs. Air Canada Aeroplan: Why I Far Preferred Booking An AAdvantage Award Via Phone appeared first on The Alviator.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge
Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge Growing Old in Style Time to head back to Istanbul Airport and experience the wonder of the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge. But how to get to the airport…   In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next....
Points With a Crew
Thawing Out: A Week In South Florida
I recently returned from a week in South Florida in an attempt to thaw out from the snow and cold of Ohio. While it wasn't quite as warm as I'd have hoped, we still had ...
Points Miles and Bling
Review: Air Canada Economy from Vancouver to Cancun on 737 MAX 8
Introduction & Booking I think we can all agree that a tropical vacation in January doesn’t just sound nice…it’s sometimes… The post Review: Air Canada Economy from Vancouver to Cancun on 737 MAX 8 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Points Miles and Bling
Get 300,000 Miles with ASmallWorld Membership Program
Limited time Promotion ASmallWorld (ASW) is currently running a limited-time promotion that allows you to purchase 300,000 Lufthansa Miles & More miles with… The post Get 300,000 Miles with ASmallWorld Membership Program appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
TravelUpdate
American Airlines 787 LAX-Tokyo Business Class Review (2018)
My American Airlines 787 LAX-Tokyo business class review was part of my work trip to Japan. Traveling with…
Miles For Family
New 40% Transfer Bonus, Cap One Shopping Deals and More
Happy Monday! Hopefully it’s a 3-day weekend for some of you. New Chase 40% Transfer Bonus to Virgin Atlantic: This transfer bonus only lasts 2 weeks. I’ve updated the February 2026 Transfer Bonuses post with this addition. Iberia Introduces Family Pooling Accounts: I love it when airlines make it easy...
The Alviator
Why I Don’t Think Premium Economy Is A Scam (Win-Wins Exist)
A few months ago I wrote an article titled “is premium economy worth it“? Today I’d like to… The post Why I Don’t Think Premium Economy Is A Scam (Win-Wins Exist) appeared first on The Alviator.
Wild About Travel
Understanding Cabin and Fare Classes to Unlock Airline Miles
As a frequent flier, I hold status in three programs: Virgin Australia, Qantas (oneworld), and Turkish (Star Alliance), and I juggle credits across all of them. I need to know, actually, how many miles I am getting or not getting when I am booking flight choices. For example, last year...
2PAXfly
AUSTRALIANS: Where and what kind of trouble they get into overseas
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) has just released its State of Play report for the period 2023-24 period. The facts sheets make for interesting reading. It shows that Australians request consular services mostly when they get into trouble in Thailand (827). Second comes Indonesia (546), followed by the...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Civil Kitchen in Springfield in Missouri. Restaurant Review.
Civil Kitchen in Springfield in Missouri is owned and operated by a family since it first opened on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. The menu was inspired by both the civil engineering background of the owner and a genuine love for delicious comforting meals that are made from scratch. Located on the... The...