John The Wanderer
Explora Journeys: Is the Best Hotel in the World Actually a Ship?
Photo Credit: John the Wanderer This article is Explora Journeys and their evolving identity within the luxury travel sector. It is about the "Maybe" brand campaign that positions these vessels… The post Explora Journeys: Is the Best Hotel in the World Actually a Ship? appeared first on John the Wanderer.
Frequent Miler
The Fairmont Empress, Victoria, BC (Fine Hotels + Resorts®): Bottom Line Review
Over the holidays last year, I surprised my wife with a weekend trip to Victoria, British Columbia. The goal was to see the famous Christmas lights at Butchart Gardens, soak up Victoria’s seasonal spirit…and check out the historic Fairmont Empress. This iconic property has watched over Victoria’s Inner Harbour and...
John The Wanderer
Seabourn Upgrades Culinary Experience: New Menus at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade
Photo: Seabourn This article is the update of Seabourn’s fleetwide culinary program. It is about the rollout of new menus and interactive dining concepts at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade.… The post Seabourn Upgrades Culinary Experience: New Menus at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade appeared first on John the Wanderer.
Frequent Miler
Gems from our Giant Mailbag | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep347 | 2-27-26
In today’s podcast episode, we’ll talk about stacking dining credits, give a caution about gifting Marriott free night certificates, and will resurrect expired Southwest credits. Gems from our Giant Mailbag Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...
Wild About Travel
Qantas’ “New Era” For Status
Qantas has just made it more expensive to stay loyal. Funny how that works. The airline is calling it a ‘new era’ for its Frequent Flyer program. I’d call it a quiet price hike dressed up in marketing language. This is a change I’ve been waiting on for months. After...
Miles To Memories
Vegas Bombshells: Metallica & Sydney Flights + More Casino Streaming & Primm FOR SALE?!?
Bruno Mars gets a street, a town outside Vegas is for sale, Metallica at the Sphere, Wynn hack follow up and direct Vegas flights to Australia! The post Vegas Bombshells: Metallica & Sydney Flights + More Casino Streaming & Primm FOR SALE?!? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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BoardingArea
‘Bliss Cruise Is The Best. Hottest People’: Woman Takes Royal Caribbean Cruise. Then She Spots Something Unsettling From Her Balcony
“So obviously the designers did not think..."
Altitude Yes
Trip Report: American Airlines Flagship Business Class, LAX-BOS (A321T)
Sleep was my number one priority on this redeye, and it was a success. The post Trip Report: American Airlines Flagship Business Class, LAX-BOS (A321T) first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Your Mileage May Vary
Waymo Is Live in Orlando — But Here’s Who Can Actually Use It
Last summer, I wrote about Waymo’s driverless cars testing in Orlando — the kind of story that feels equal parts “future” and “Florida.” At the time, it was interesting… but…
Points Miles and Bling
Airport Behaviour 101: The Unwritten Rules of Travelling
Airports have become a consistent part of my life. I spend a lot of time in them. And no matter… The post Airport Behaviour 101: The Unwritten Rules of Travelling appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Points Miles and Bling
Should You Use Aeroplan Points for Hotels Instead of Flights?
While we talk extensively about how to use Aeroplan to book premium cabin flights, we have yet to discuss an… The post Should You Use Aeroplan Points for Hotels Instead of Flights? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Alviator
When Can You Use Lounges Located In Another Part Of The Airport?
Can you use lounges in the non-Schengen area of the airport when flying Schengen? What about a different terminal? This post unpacks both. The post When Can You Use Lounges Located In Another Part Of The Airport? appeared first on The Alviator.
Miles For Family
Major Hyatt Changes, New Chase Transfer Partner and More
This has been a big news week in the miles and points world! Ouch: World Of Hyatt Updates Award Chart, Costs Increase By Up To 67%: Starting in May, World of Hyatt award chart will now include 5 levels per category (instead of the previous 3). This means that during peak...
The Alviator
My Favourite Amenity At Any Airport, Ever
The Zurich Airport observation deck is my favourite airport amenity, providing a unique opportunity to planespot under some fresh air. The post My Favourite Amenity At Any Airport, Ever appeared first on The Alviator.
Eye of the Flyer
Surprising Differences Between the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand in 2026
My wife and I had never ever visited the land down under as well as their Kiwi neighbor to the east. We had really built up the visit to be something over the top spectacular and like nothing we had ever seen or experienced before. It lived up to every...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: MASSIVE overhaul of Qantas Frequent Flyer program. The good and the bad
Qantas is making it easier to earn Status Credits without setting foot on a plane, but there are positives and negatives. As part of its sweeping overhaul of the loyalty program, the airline will lift the annual threshold required to retain status, even as it introduces rollover credits and more...
Wild About Travel
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth): A City That Feels Lost.
I had just had an amazing week on the Garden Route, exploring wineries, seeing whales, and enjoying hikes, coffee, food, and South African hospitality. Enjoy some of the photos! When my Baz Bus minibus (great service by the way) reached Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth, we arrived in a very different world....
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk – Growing Old in Style
Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk Growing Old in Style Let’s grab my luggage and head home. There’s the joy of the real world the next day.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow...
Points With a Crew
Houston KLM Crown Lounge Review – IAH Priority Pass Lounge
If you're at Houston International Airport, you'll want to read my KLM Crown Lounge Priority Pass IAH review, for information on wifi, food, amenities and ...
{Tech} for Travel
Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 gets preloaded maps and a night-vision goggle mode
Built for –30°C and rough stopovers, the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 pairs preloaded maps with a green night-vision goggle torch mode, plus turn-by-turn routing. The post Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 gets preloaded maps and a night-vision goggle mode appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Points Miles and Bling
My St. Patrick’s Day Experience in Dublin & What I Would Do Differently
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up, and I’ve found myself reminiscing on my first St. Patrick’s Day experience in Dublin… The post My St. Patrick’s Day Experience in Dublin & What I Would Do Differently appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Garuda Indonesia A330-300 Business Class
Garuda Indonesia has three variants of its Airbus A330-300 and I got to experience its most “premium” version in business class on a domestic flight from Bali to Jakarta. Not only was the seat comfortable, but the service and food onboard was also excellent. Garuda Indonesia A330-300 Business Class Review...
Traveling For Miles
Save on select IHG stays with this new Amex offer [Targeted]
American Express has launched a new offer for card members which allows them to save on select IHG stays, and while Amex IHG offers aren't particularly unusual, this one stands out thanks to the fact that isn't restricted to select bookings in North America and the Caribbean. The post Save on...
Points Miles and Bling
Earn Maximum Points With This RBC Combo
When it comes to RBC credit cards, Avion is the name of the game. But not all Avion cards are… The post Earn Maximum Points With This RBC Combo appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Modhop
Admirals Club Newark (EWR): The Real Story on Crowding, Food & Whether It’s Worth a Visit
Newark Liberty International. Terminal A. A massive upgrade from the old concrete bunker. Among the shiny new gates and high-priced digital kiosks sits the Admirals Club. It’s the refuge for the American Airlines crowd. We spent some time there to see if the reality matches the “new terminal” hype. Spoiler:...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In the Morning. Short Videos Included.
Fire alarms at hotel properties are never fun — but being startled out of sleep by a fire alarm at a hotel property at 5:45 in the morning is not exactly a great way to start the day. The incident occurred at... The post Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 575: On Again, Off Again
Are the policy changes real? Can anyone or anything be trusted anymore? And a 20+ year throwback reference at the end, just for fun.
TravelUpdate
Frontier Airlines Extra Legroom Seat Review
My Frontier Airlines extra legroom seat review shows how nice Frontier can be, if you go in with…
The Alviator
My Huge AvGeek Morning At Heathrow’s Terminal 2…
On a lounge review spree at LHR T2, I took a second to enjoy the various longhaul aircraft that would be flying thousands all over the world. The post My Huge AvGeek Morning At Heathrow’s Terminal 2… appeared first on The Alviator.
2PAXfly
QANTAS: New search tool allows region-to-region Classic Rewards search across partner airlines
Qantas is promising to roll out a major upgrade to how members search for Classic Reward seats in March 2026. It could dramatically improve your chances of finding low-points Classic Rewards redemptions. Over at ET they have seen a preview, and this is what they found. Region-to-Region search The new...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Frequent Flyer changes evaluated, and when they roll out
Qantas is billing these largely status-related changes as a ‘new era’ for Frequent Flyers. Here’s what’s coming, what I think of it, and when it will arrive. Read on to find out what it means if you’re chasing Silver, protecting Gold or sitting comfortably at Platinum. March 2026: A better...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: What happens on a seasonal direct flights to Vegas, stays in Vegas.
What happens in Vegas no longer requires a stop in Los Angeles. From 29 December 2026, Qantas will launch the first-ever nonstop flights between Australia and Las Vegas, with a seasonal Sydney–Las Vegas service running through to 12 March 2027. For Australian travellers, that means skipping the usual US gateway...