Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn up to 2,000 Marriott Bonvoy points on Sixt car rentals worldwide
Sixt Rent a Car and Marriott have teamed up to offer Bonvoy members a rare bonus for car rentals at all participating Sixt locations worldwide. The up to 2,000 points offer: Earn up to 2,000 Bonvoy points when you rent with Sixt Worldwide for 2 or more days. Book by...
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British Airways Club: The Ultimate Guide to Avios, Tier Points, and Elite Glory
BA has retired the Executive Club and given us “The Club” – a rebrand that comes with a… The post British Airways Club: The Ultimate Guide to Avios, Tier Points, and Elite Glory appeared first on Wingtips.
One Mile at a Time
American Brings Back Second Drink Service On Many Domestic Flights
American has announced a minor but positive change, which passengers on both select domestic and international flights may notice…
Points With a Crew
NFL Star Has Heartwarming Interaction Flying United Airlines
An NFL star (and recent high draft pick) impressed his seatmate with his attitude - a very refreshing take compared to the usual things we hear about interactions on planes.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
May 13 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air Canada Aeroplan – Earn 3x points on flights from the U.K. to Canada & the U.S.
Today's bonus offer highlight is the next Air Canada Aeroplan bonus for flights on Air Canada from the U.K. to Canada or the U.S.. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post May 13 Bonus Offer Highlight: Air Canada Aeroplan – Earn 3x points on flights from the...
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American Airlines Cut Coach Drinks In January—Now They’re Reversing Course As Premium Pivot Begins
In January, American Airlines stopped doing second drink service on long domestic coach flights. By making passengers request a second drink, either making you press the flight attendant call button and risk angering crew or heading to the galley for a drink and risk angering crew, the airline would...
One Mile at a Time
United Polaris Studio: Caviar, Global Services Treatment, Bathroom Odors
As I’ve already covered, United Airlines has unveiled its new Polaris business class. These new seats will be installed on upcoming Boeing 787-9s, which will be in a premium configuration. In this post, I want to focus specifically on the United Polaris Studio concept, which is the carrier’s ”business class...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Adds Upgrades, Extra Legroom, and More
Spirit Airlines exited bankruptcy protection after only four months, brought in a new CEO… The post Spirit Adds Upgrades, Extra Legroom, and More appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
I Rescued A Lady Stuck In The Lavatory…
I rescued a lady who was stuck in the lavatory…the poor thing could not figure out how to open the door of the mid-cabin restroom on a United Airlines A321neo. Lady Gets Stuck In A321neo Lavatory, Nobody Hears Her But Me… United’s new A321neo planes are swanky, but the lavatory...
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Bitten By Bed Bugs At Luxor—Rushed To Hospital, All They Did Was Waive Her Resort Fee. Now She’s Suing [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Bitten By Bed Bugs At Luxor—Rushed To Hospital, All They Did Was Waive Her Resort Fee. Now...
Frequent Miler
Spirit adds extra legroom, elite & cardholder upgrades, redeem points for Big Front Seat and more
Today Spirit Airlines has announced the introduction of an extra legroom product, the possibility of upgrades for elites and credit card holders, free checked bags for cardholders, and the opportunity to redeem Free Spirit points toward all of the various seating products. Having flown the Spirit Big Front Seat a...
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Earn Up to 1,000 Bonus Wyndham Rewards Points by Shopping in May
Effective through Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn up to 1,000 bonus Wyndham Rewards points by shopping in May — in addition to the standard Wyndham Rewards points earned — during the Spring Bonus at the Wyndham Rewards Shopping portal by...
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Review: British Airways Accelerating Business Credit Card (2025 UK Edition)
Want a card that fuels your Avios balance and rewards your business spend? The British Airways Accelerating Business… The post Review: British Airways Accelerating Business Credit Card (2025 UK Edition) appeared first on Wingtips.
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China Lifts Ban On Boeing Aircraft Deliveries After Breakthrough in Trade Talks With Trump Admin
China has reportedly lifted a ban on local airlines taking deliveries of Boeing aircraft after Beijing reached a preliminary trade deal with the Trump administration on Sunday. The ban was put in place in the middle of last month as part of a series of retaliatory measures against the United...
Economy Class & Beyond
United Airlines unveils Polaris Studio – its latest Boeing 787-9 configuration
After teasing about it for weeks, United Airlines revealed its new interior for upcoming Boeing 787-9 deliveries. The United Elevated interior for new Boeing 787-9 aircraft will include two new business class suites, the greatest number of total premium seats in United’s fleet, an Ossetra caviar amuse-bouche service, Starlink connectivity...
One Mile at a Time
United Plans 787s With New Polaris Seats, Ultra-Premium Configuration
United Airlines has just unveiled all-new cabins for long haul aircraft, a project that the airline is branding as United Elevate. While I’ve covered the details of the new cabins, in this post I want to talk a bit more about the new aircraft as such, as United is taking...
You Are Travel
Spend $200 on JetBlue Flights and Get $50 Back with this Targeted Citi Offer
Tl;dr – There’s a targeted offer from Citi offering $50 back on your JetBlue flight purchase of $200…
Monkey Miles
Bilt adds Japan Airlines as transfer partner
Bilt Rewards keeps on adding valuable transfer partners to its list. It’s latest, Japan Airlines, will be its 16th airline partner and 21st overall. One thing to keep in mind, and it’s a very important element of JAL’s program, Japan Airlines does not allow you to redeem miles if your...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Takes its Polaris Business Class To New Heights In Major Boost For Passengers… Take a Look Inside
United Airlines has big plans for its upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and on Tuesday, the Chicago-based carrier officially revealed the new interiors – dubbed ‘United Elevated.’ United Elevated is a full tip-to-toe upgrade across every single cabin, although things get most exciting in the airline’s international Polaris Business Class cabin,...
One Mile at a Time
Bilt Rewards Adds Japan Airlines Mileage Bank As Transfer Partner
Bilt Rewards is the loyalty programof the no annual feeBilt Mastercard(review),which is quite lucrative. This is a proper transferable points currency, allowing 1:1 transfers to a variety of partners. Bilt Rewards has just announced its newest transfer partner, and it’s one that’s pretty exciting, if you ask me.
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Bilt Adds Japan Airlines As 1:1 Transfer Partner—Plus Skip The 60-Day Wait To Redeem Awards
Bilt Rewards has added Japan Airlines as a 1:1 points transfer partner. Bilt says that most transfers will be completed within 10 minutes. Continue reading Bilt Adds Japan Airlines As 1:1 Transfer Partner—Plus Skip The 60-Day Wait To Redeem Awards...
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Seats.Aero: A powerful tool to search for airline and hotel reward availability (+ a 30% Discount on paid subscription)
Here is an in-depth primer to Seats.Aero, an award search engine on the rise with a slightly different approach from the usual. And your opportunity to lock in their lowest prices yet on the Pro version. The post Seats.Aero: A powerful tool to search for airline and hotel reward availability (+...
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Naked Man Found Clinging To Plane, Covered In Mud—Manila Airport Blames The Drainage System
Last week a naked man was found completely covered in mud clinging to the landing gear of a plane at at Manila airport's terminal 1 by gate 6. He was spotted in the early morning hours by a security guard who noticed the tight grip - and lack of...
Live and Let’s Fly
Details: New United “Polaris Studio” Will Offer Champagne, Caviar, More Space
United Airlines is set to introduce a new premium seating option called Polaris Studio on its upcoming Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Positioned at the front of the business class cabin, Polaris Studio aims to provide passengers with enhanced comfort and amenities while remaining part of business class rather than a separate...
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Is Amex setting a trap with these bonuses?
Amex is offering these bonus points to certain customers. However, are these offers a trap? Here's what I think you should do if you get one.
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Why Frequent Flyers Love the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
In my travels, I often search for resorts that fuse relaxed seaside living with impeccable service. The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, settled on 22 gated acres along the Pacific, has consistently topped my list when I'm looking for a property that treats frequent flyers like long-lost friends. From opulent...
One Mile at a Time
Unveiled: New United Polaris Business Class, Including Polaris Studio
The wait is finally over. United Airlines has today revealed its next generation long haul business class experience, and it looks mighty impressive. There’s even a special ”business class plus” product, with quite the improved soft product. Let’s go over all the details.
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United Unveils Caviar Suites With Doors And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6 Flyers Get The Full Experience
United has announced its new business class suites, which will appear on new delivery Boeing 787s starting later this year – with passenger service beginning in 2026. The first destinations will be San Francisco to London and Singapore. Continue reading United Unveils Caviar Suites With Doors And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6...
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United Unveils Caviar, Suites With Doors, And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6 Flyers Get The Full Experience
United has announced its new business class suites, which will appear on new delivery Boeing 787s starting later this year – with passenger service beginning in 2026. The first destinations will be San Francisco to London and Singapore. Continue reading United Unveils Caviar, Suites With Doors, And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6...
Miles For Family
Final Days for CSP 100k Bonus Offer
Last month, Chase increased the bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred card to 100,000 points. Well, all good things must come to an end. This increased offer expires this week on May 15, 2025 at 9 a.m. EDT.  Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Chase Sapphire Preferred (Nancy’s referral link and Leana’s...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Flight Attendant Reveals the One Phrase That Instantly Annoys Cabin Crew—and Why You Should Never Say It
As a flight attendant, I know all too well that there is one phrase that passengers use all the time that really drives cabin crew nuts and is not going to resolve a situation in the way that the customer is hoping that it will. If you’re a flight attendant...
The Bulkhead Seat
United Unveils New Polaris® Seats and Studios With Doors, an Ottoman, and Caviar Service
United Airlines broke the silence this morning around its updated Polaris® (Business Class) cabin… The post United Unveils New Polaris® Seats and Studios With Doors, an Ottoman, and Caviar Service appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.