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Card-based Lounge Access across India goes for a toss due to Dreamfolks IT Issues
Some sort of issues at lounge services IT company Dreamfolks are causing customers of banks across the country to be denied lounge access at airports that is promised to them with their Credit and Debit Cards. The issue is not yet resolved. The post Card-based Lounge Access across India goes...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
I Stayed Overnight At a Hotel Property In a Service Area of a Highway. Hotel Review.
Service areas of highways usually are places where options for food, beverages, fuel, and toilet facilities are conveniently provided. Motorists do not need to exit the highway to find what they need, as service areas are designed to minimize the amount of time one needs to stop before continuing on...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Winning the Alaska x Hawaiian Airlines Merger | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep273 | 9-20-24
Alaska has announced that their merger with Hawaiian Airlines is complete! So what are the details, and what does this mean for us? We’ll discuss this in today’s episode. Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly...
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Air India completes two years of its turnaround plan
Air India just completed two years of its turnaround plan, and it seems many things are going in the right direction. Most importantly, they are turning the corner on finances. The post Air India completes two years of its turnaround plan appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Miles For Family
Elevated Welcome Bonuses on Hilton Credit Cards
Tis the season for higher welcome bonuses on credit cards across the board! I’ve been posting about many credit cards here in the past two weeks, and now there are more with elevated signup bonuses. American Express Hilton Cards The Hilton family of credit cards from American Express now have...
Points Miles and Bling
Review: Bacchanalia Tasting Menu, Atlanta’s most celebrated restaurant
Introduction – Bacchanalia Tasting Menu As you may know from my previous posts, I try to incorporate a fine dining… The post Review: Bacchanalia Tasting Menu, Atlanta’s most celebrated restaurant appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
TravelUpdate
Luxury Hotel Review: The THIEF Oslo
Background & Location I’ve always wanted to stay at the THIEF Oslo ever since it opened in 2013,…
Wingtips
My Processes When Buying A Ticket. Part 1.
So, I wonder if I’m the only one who follows a rigid ticket-buying process. There’s no particular reason… The post My Processes When Buying A Ticket. Part 1. appeared first on Wingtips.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Turkish Airlines Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The Turkish Airlines Lounge in Bangkok (BKK) is a pleasant Star Alliance and Priority Pass Lounge in Bangkok, with one amenity that always justifies a stop. Turkish Lounge Bangkok Review (BKK) It had been several years since I had been in this lounge and my last visit was in the...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Turkish Airlines Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The Turkish Airlines Lounge in Bangkok (BKK) is a pleasant Star Alliance and Priority Pass Lounge in Bangkok, with one amenity that always justifies a stop. Turkish Lounge Bangkok Review (BKK) It had been several years since I had been in this lounge and my last visit was in the...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Broome to get brand new lounge, December 2024
Broome already has a Qantas lounge. It’s about to get a brand spanking new one, in a different location. The development of the new regional lounge started today. It will have double the capacity of the current lounge, in reaction to the greater number of premium Frequent Flyers using the...
TravelUpdate
Enjoyed a week at the Westin Hotel, Indianapolis
I enjoyed a week at the Westin Hotel, Indianapolis. When I arrived I was greeted with this Indycar…
2PAXfly
ONEWORLD: Four new members by 2026– Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Oman Air, and Starlux
Currently, the OneWorld Alliance has 13 members, but by the end of 2026 that could go as high as seventeen. Oneworld is one of three major global alliances, including Star Alliance and Skyteam. Born just before the millennium in February 1999, its founders were American Airlines, British Airways, Canadian Airlines...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Riding In the Third Oldest Subway System In the World
I was riding in the third oldest subway system in the world last night. This particular subway system was launched almost 128 years ago on Monday, December 14, 1896. Interestingly, this subway system was never expanded since it first opened to the public. The subway system is simply known as... The post...
Wild About Travel
Panama’s Special Bocas del Toro- another world
The Bocas del Toro archipelago, is an enchanting group of islands approximately 35 km off Panama’s Caribbean coast, located at latitude 9.35° N and longitude 82.25° W. The archipelago consists of nine major islands and over 200 smaller cays and islets Summary Getting There by Air To reach this idyllic...
Frequent Miler
Podcast: Chase Ink Business Unlimited | Card Talk Ep6 | 9-19-24
Learn about what makes the Chase Ink Business Unlimited card a popular business card, and learn how to apply. 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 the episode within YouTube. For...
Live from a Lounge
Deal: Etihad offering up to 20% off bookings to and from India
A solid discount from Etihad for booking tickets in Economy and Business Class right away. Works both ways, for travel to and from India. The post Deal: Etihad offering up to 20% off bookings to and from India appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 501: Star signs and labor challenges
One strike averted, another underway. And plenty of challenges remain for the aviation industry overall.
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30% Discount for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes September 2024
Singapore Airlines is offering a great opportunity to redeem some sectors on their global network at a discounted price of 30% when you book with Krisflyer miles. Hurry because these won't last long. Book now. The post 30% Discount for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes September 2024 appeared first on...
Miles For Family
How I Prioritize my Credit Card Applications
I’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating: I get the majority of my miles and points for free travel from signing up for new credit cards when the welcome bonuses are high. See Beginner’s Guide: 7 Steps to Free Travel with Miles and Points. But, all credit card signup...
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Emirates to upgrade their Boeing 777 flights operating to the US by early 2025
Emirates is going big on its revitalisation plans for the US routes, replacing the product on board its flights to the US in quick succession over the next six months or so. The post Emirates to upgrade their Boeing 777 flights operating to the US by early 2025 appeared first...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: United Club Denver Concourse A West (DEN)
The United Club in Denver's Concourse A West is a nice space but the crowding, and limited food and beverage options, detracts from the experience. The post Review: United Club Denver Concourse A West (DEN) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Live from a Lounge
The Oberoi heads to London
The Oberoi Group is now heading to London, finally! Plus another domestic location for their second brand, Trident Hotels. The post The Oberoi heads to London appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
This View From a Hotel Room Is Even Worse.
I have stayed in plenty of rooms in hotel and resort properties which had poor views — such as this one in Canada and this one in Spain as two of countless examples — but the room in which I am currently staying in Glasgow in Scotland takes the title...
2PAXfly
AIRPORTS: Qantas signals feud over Melbourne’s third runway.
Last Friday, Melbourne Airport finally received federal government approval to build its third runway. The AU$3 billion project, conceived in the 1990s, is set to start operations in 2031, that is if airlines agree to pay for it via higher passenger charges. Airlines & airports – symbiotic relationship Now comes...
Miles To Memories
Caesars New GM, Noche UFC Madness, Virgin’s Headache, F1 Construction Begins & 10Best Casinos Named!
Caesars brings in new Vegas GM, recap of Noche UFC at the Sphere, USA Today's 10Best casinos, F1 construction begins, Virgin's union headaches, Primm's new buffet and Rebels dominating. The post Caesars New GM, Noche UFC Madness, Virgin’s Headache, F1 Construction Begins & 10Best Casinos Named! appeared first on Miles to...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Oman Air Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The Oman Air Lounge in Bangkok (BKK) remains my favorite Priority Pass Lounge in an airport with no shortage of lounge options. Oman Air Lounge Bankgok Review (BKK) I’ve reviewed this lounge extensively (below) but am pleased to report that it remains an excellent choice in Bangkok. After my Bangkok...
{Tech} for Travel
App in the Air Shuts Down almost Immediately
App in the Air, a popular travel management app, is shutting down. Known for flight tracking, airport tips, and loyalty management, the app served frequent travellers for years. Users are advised to export their data before the app fully ceases operations. The post App in the Air Shuts Down almost Immediately...
{Tech} for Travel
Satechi Passport Cover with Find My for Stress-Free Travel
Track your travel documents with the Satechi Passport Cover with Find My. It features Bluetooth tracking, wireless charging, and RFID protection in a sleek, vegan leather design. The post Satechi Passport Cover with Find My for Stress-Free Travel appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Your Mileage May Vary
Nobu Hotel Review: Luxury Stay at Caesars Palace Las Vegas
It’s been quite a while since our last visit to Las Vegas and even longer since we stayed at a hotel on the famous Las Vegas Strip. This year, I…
Frequent Miler
Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport: Bottom Line Review
In late July, my wife and I flew to England to see my family and friends before continuing on to the Maldives for our 20th anniversary. Our flight to the Maldives (via Doha) was due to leave from London Gatwick Airport at 9am. We could’ve stayed with my friends the...
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Most Club Vistara credit card conversion partners to go away on October 31, 2024
More Club Vistara partners are going to go away as of October 31. Here are all the ones that are going away on this date. The post Most Club Vistara credit card conversion partners to go away on October 31, 2024 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.