View from the Wing
I Flew Southwest On Day One Of Assigned Seating — The Boarding Was A Mess And Bin Space Was Chaos
I didn’t plan to be a guinea pig for Southwest’s first day of assigned seating, but after American’s storm cancellations and operational meltdown I rebooked—and got a front-row seat to the new boarding reality. Seats may now be assigned, but the gate process still forces early queuing while carry-on bin...
PointsMath
Save 20% with Marriott Bonvoy Escapes
Marriott launches a “Marriott Bonvoy Escapes” promotion every other Wednesday, bookable through Sunday, with which you can save 20% at select hotels & resorts. Current Marriott Bonvoy Escapes Promotion Marriott Bonvoy Escapes is a bi-weekly discounted stay promotion from Marriott: Terms & Conditions. Does Marriott Bonvoy Escapes works Marriott Bonvoy...
One Mile at a Time
Bahrain-Based Gulf Air Rolling Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi Fleetwide
In recent times, weve seen many airlines announce plans to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi. Another airline has just revealed plans to roll out this service, and it makes perfect sense when you consider who the CEO is…
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern
American Airlines is in a full blown meltdown as planes and crews have been stranded across the country due to winter weather. The post American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Preferred Hotels promo: Earn double points on 2+ night stays in March & April
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is offering double I Prefer points when registering for their latest promotion which is valid for stays of two or more nights in March and April. The Deal Earn double I Prefer points on 2+ night stays at Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties. Direct link to...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
January 28 Bonus Offer Highlight: Wyndham Rewards – Receive up to a 100% when you buy points
Today's bonus offer highlight is the next buy points offer from Wyndham Rewards who are offering up to a 100% bonus. The bonus does vary by member!! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post January 28 Bonus Offer Highlight: Wyndham Rewards – Receive up to a 100%...
Eye of the Flyer
A Beloved Airport Could Be the Next Site of a Deadly Mid-Air Collision – NTSB
A year after the tragic mid-air collision between an Army helicopter and a PSA Airlines jet at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the National Transportation Safety Board apparently is darkly confident where the next major incident will take place. The Hollywood-Burbank Airport (BUR), also known as Bob Hope International...
Points Miles and Bling
A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada
In Canada, there are three main airline companion vouchers that can be earned via credit card spending from Air Canada,… The post A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
PointsMath
Save Up to 20% at Sofitel and MGallery with Inspired Escapes
Accor is running a discounted stay promotion for stays at Sofitel and MGallery hotels & Resorts. Save up to 20% for Stays at Sofitel and MGallery Here is what you need to know about the discounted stay promotion at Sofitel and MGallery: Official Link Also Read: 10+ Ways to Earn...
One Mile at a Time
Waldorf Astoria Coming To Utah’s Deer Valley East Village, Opening 2028
The new Deer Valley East Village development will be getting yet another new luxury hotel, thanks to a deal that has just been announced…
TravelUpdate
Swapping LGA for JFK: Delta Air Lines A319 Main Cabin from New Orleans
Background and Booking For my flight back to New York from New Orleans, I wanted to make the…
View from the Wing
Water Gushed Through The Cabin On An American Flight — Airline Called It “Weather” And Refused Hotels For Stranded Passengers
Passengers on an American Airlines Hartford–Charlotte flight say they were seated on the plane when they heard “rushing water,” then watched a pipe burst and water start gushing from the back of the cabin, pooling down the aisle across multiple rows. The infuriating twist: they say American treated the cancellation...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 20% With Marriott Bonvoy
You can save up to 20% with Marriott Bonvoy off of the guest room standard rate when you stay at your choice of participating hotel and resort properties worldwide with its Escapes promotion, which offers exclusive savings every other Thursday through Sunday across select destinations... ...but you must... The post Save Up...
Frequent Miler
How to earn rewards on Airbnb stays: Delta SkyMiles, BA Avios, Qantas points, or ANA miles
Just like how Uber has partnerships with numerous different travel loyalty programs from around the world, Airbnb has something similar. Before booking any Airbnb stays, it’s therefore worth clicking through from one of these partnerships in order to earn points and miles on your stay. Here are all the current...
Live and Let’s Fly
Philippine Airlines 777 Crew Forced To Scoop Human Waste Mid-Flight After Total Toilet Failure. Was The Alternative Worse?
It was disgusting, yes, but before rushing to outrage over Philippine Airlines’ lavatory failure, it is worth carefully examining what actually happened and whether continuing the flight may have been the least bad option available. Philippine Airlines Lavatory Failure: A Gross Situation, But The Hard Choices Behind It A Philippine...
View from the Wing
Avelo’s New Cardless Credit Card Is Here — 2% Back, Free Carry-On And Seat Assignments, $250 Bonus
Avelo has a new co-brand card built with Cardless (issued by First Electronic Bank) that offers a $250 Avelo Cash bonus after $1,000 spend and 2% back on everything (5% on Avelo). The real value is in the perks—free carry-on, standard seat assignment, and priority boarding—which can make the $99...
One Mile at a Time
American Flight Attendants Demand Management Change… They’re Right
Yesterday, American Airlines announced its 2025 financial results. The airline reported a profit of $111 million, down 87% compared to the year prior. Employees were informed that their profit sharing for the year would be equal to 0.3% of their wages. As you’d expect, this left just about everyone disappointed...
The Points of Life
World Cup Day 4: Portugal vs. Switzerland
Day 4 of the World Cup was the culmination of my World Cup experience. For the final match, I paid the retail price of $274 for category 1 tickets in advance of knowing who was playing (see The Guide to Buying Tickets for the World Cup And Other Big Events)....
The Bulkhead Seat
Breeze Airways Adds Four Cities and 14 New Routes in Latest Network Expansion
Breeze Airways is expanding its footprint once again with 14 new routes and four… The post Breeze Airways Adds Four Cities and 14 New Routes in Latest Network Expansion appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles For Family
Time to Switch my Priority Pass Account
I’ve been spoiled with the Capital One Venture X benefits these past few years. The card has allowed my family of 5 to enjoy the Capital One Lounge at DFW many times before our flights (two cardholders plus one authorized user and 2 free guests). Plus, my Priority Pass account...
Frequent Miler
Newegg: Buy $500 Southwest gift cards for $450 with promo code SSF2494 (Ends 1/28)
Newegg is running another sale on Southwest gift cards, this time selling $500 denominations for $450 when using promo code SSF2494. The Deal Buy $500 Southwest gift cards for $450 when using promo code SSF2494 on Newegg. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expires January 28, 2026. Limit 5. Quick...
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways Passenger Takes Absurd, Uncomfortable Revenge On Seat Recliner
Air travel really brings out the worst in some people. It’s not uncommon to see passengers placing their feet in areas where they really shouldn’t be on planes (like on arm rests, or using toes to control the inflight entertainment), though I’ve never seen anything quite like this before.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Dutch Airline Flip Flops On Decision to Restart Flights to Tel Aviv But There’s Good News For Dubai
What on earth is going on? The Dutch flag carrier KLM has made a U-turn on its decision to restart flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, less than 24 hours after announcing it had come up with a plan to safely resume the service. In a statement, the Amsterdam-based carrier explained...
View from the Wing
American Flight Attendants Call For CEO Ouster — Crews Sleeping On Airport Floors As Cancellations Near 10,000
American Airlines flight attendants called for the ouster of its CEO in a new letter on Tuesday. The airline's operations have been melting down for days, with significant consequences to flight attendants. But the union's focus is on the poor financial performance of the airline - and what...
TravelUpdate
Earn Two Free Nights & Pay $0 In Fees : Chase Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Review
With this offer on the Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card, not only will you pay no annual fee but also earn two free nights as a welcome bonus.
Pointalize
How to Hack Hotel Best Rate Guarantees
Stop overpaying for hotels in 2026. Learn how to use the Best Rate Guarantee to get 25% off or 5,000 bonus points by finding lower rates on third-party sites.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
EasyJet Reprimanded By Advertising Watchdog Over Cabin Baggage Price Claims
Low-cost carrier EasyJet has been reprimanded by Britain’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over claims that passengers could buy a large cabin bag allowance from just £5.99. It turns out, however, that EasyJet couldn’t actually provide any evidence of what routes this low fee was available on, so the ASA ordered...
Eye of the Flyer
Delta Announces Orders for Over 60 Widebody Aircraft!
Delta Air Lines ordered just over five dozen widebody planes, with the newest announcement coming on Tuesday afternoon. The orders are split almost evenly between Boeing and Airbus. For years, we heard rumors that Delta would add the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to its fleet. The Atlanta-based carrier officially announced last week...
Economy Class & Beyond
Chiltern Railways Introduces its “new” trains – Welcome the “Explorers”
The “new” Chiltern Trains Mark 5a train sets have finally entered commercial service today between Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone. And because they’re new trains, they need branding – Welcome the “Explorers“. Chiltern Railways Explorer train set at Birmingham Moor Street – Image, Chiltern Railways. The Explorer fleet has...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Orders 31 Airbus Wide Body Aircraft: 16 A330-900neos & 15 A350-900s!
Delta Air Lines recently placed an order for up to 60 Boeing 787-10s, which will be delivered as of 2031. This is a major development for the airline, given the carrier’s wide body fleet renewal has otherwise been centered around Airbus jets, making this a big win for Boeing.
Frequent Miler
A first look at Autopilot: Automatically rebook flights when the price drops
I have long been a “gardener” of my travel reservations. That is to say that I regularly check flights and hotels that I have already booked to see if the prices have dropped. If I’m being honest, much like my award search habit, gardening of my reservations is an obsession...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei (TPE – Terminal 2)
The flagship Starlux Galactic Lounge in Terminal 2 of Taipei’s Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is meant to evoke a futuristic space port. With an a la carte menu, small buffet, restrooms, showers, and great service, this lounge represents a big upgrade over the other Starlux Lounge in Terminal 1....