Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class
My short journey from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur on Thai Airways onboard a 787-9 in “Royal Silk” business class exceeded (almost) all expectations, with gracious service and a delicious multi-course meal. Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class Review (BKK-KUL) After a pleasant stay at the St. Regis Bangkok, I avoided heavy...
Points Miles and Bling
Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo
Marriott has just announced its first major promotion of 2026, and it’s … acceptable. For the past five years, we’ve… The post Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live from a Lounge
First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3 International
Air India is close to opening its first lounge, the Air India Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 (International), which reflects the airline's design philosophy. Here is a 2000-word detailing of what to expect inside. The post First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s...
The Alviator
My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About
I'm hugely excited when I get on any plane, though there are a few planes I get particularly excited about flying. Here's why. The post My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About appeared first on The Alviator.
No Work All Travel
App Review: GPSmyCity
Disclaimer: I was invited to try out a subscription to GPSmyCity in exchange for this review. As a Silicon Valley tech alum, Jim Zhu has been a big-time traveler. Whenever he went somewhere new, he’d take a tour, be that one of those frequently stopping buses, or on a walk...
The Alviator
Cities That Are Served By 2+ Airports: In Which Cases Do These Airports Compete?
London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, Milan, and Beijing are examples of cities that are served by multiple airports. But do these airports compete? The post Cities That Are Served By 2+ Airports: In Which Cases Do These Airports Compete? appeared first on The Alviator.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: A Quick Return to Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge – Growing Old in Style
A Quick Return to Singapore Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge Growing Old In Style It’s time to head towards home in some kind of eastward direction. First stop, Changi and the Marhaba Lounge.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next....
The Alviator
The Two Common Aircraft I’ve Never Flown Before: Time To Change This
There are two plane types that I've never flown before, and I'm keen to change this. File this in "aviation nerd" category. The post The Two Common Aircraft I’ve Never Flown Before: Time To Change This appeared first on The Alviator.
Your Mileage May Vary
Why It’s Still Worth Calling Your Hotel After You Book Online
Most hotel reservations never require a phone call—but a few specific requests are still best handled by speaking to someone directly. While most hotel reservations can be handled entirely online,…
Miles To Memories
New Casino Opening Date, Hard Rock Grows Again & HUGE Circus Circus Improvement!
Another new Hard Rock, Super Bowl in Vegas, Circus Circus' new rooms & newest Vegas casino opening date. The post New Casino Opening Date, Hard Rock Grows Again & HUGE Circus Circus Improvement! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada Suspends Cuba Flights Due to Aviation Fuel Shortage
Air Canada has announced the immediate suspension of all flights to Cuba following advisories regarding a critical shortage of aviation… The post Air Canada Suspends Cuba Flights Due to Aviation Fuel Shortage appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Best and Worst Airlines for Long-Haul Flights, per Travel + Leisure
A new ranking shared by Travel + Leisure analyzes 26 airlines to reveal which carriers deliver the best long-haul flight experience—and which fall short. Long-haul flights tend to amplify differences…
Points Miles and Bling
A Guide to the British Airways Companion Voucher
As a companion piece to our guide to airline companion vouchers in Canada, let’s take a look at the British… The post A Guide to the British Airways Companion Voucher appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Alviator
BOOKED: ANA Premium Economy, Air New Zealand Premium Economy, And More!
I booked a few flights that I'll be reviewing, including Air New Zealand and ANA premium economy, Cathay Pacific economy class, and more. The post BOOKED: ANA Premium Economy, Air New Zealand Premium Economy, And More! appeared first on The Alviator.
TravelUpdate
New Luxury Hotel Review: Rosewood Amsterdam
Background The Rosewood Amsterdam opened in May of 2025, which was timed perfectly for my Amsterdam trip in…
The Points of Life
Iberia Business: Athens Back To Lisbon Via Madrid
It was very difficult to find a flight from Lisbon to Athens (see SWISS Business: Why Am I Leaving Lisbon for Geneva?). It was even more difficult to find a flight back. To make it work, I had to book a business-class flight on Iberia, then a coach flight on TAP....
Miles For Family
My Latest Credit Card Approval
It’s been 2 months since my last credit card approval, but I’ve already hit the required spending to earn the welcome bonus on my Citi Strata Elite (see this post). So, I’m open to another new credit card that will help reduce the cost of my family’s future vacations. (See...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The final stop on my Star Alliance Lounge tour in Bangkok (BKK) was the Thai Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge in the main terminal of the international departures area, the flagship Thai Airways Lounge. Thai Airways Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge Bangkok Review – Main Terminal (BKK) This is a very central...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
First Antarctic Continental Landing: Meusnier Point and Recess Cove
Our first Antarctic continental landing after breakfast was at Meusnier Point before cruising the waters of Recess Cove in a zodiac. Although we were on land at Barrientos Island in the South Shetland Islands the evening before, Meusnier Point was the first time most of us would ever step on...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
A recent work trip had me in Atlanta for a few days and I… The post Hotel Review: The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
T-Mobile Abroad in 2026: What’s Included, What’s Slow, and What Costs Extra
There’s a specific moment that tells you whether your international phone plan is going to be a lifesaver… or a problem. It’s the second you land, turn off airplane mode,…
Economondo
Remembering British Airways Boeing 747: Heathrow to Dubai on the Queen of the Skies
A throwback review detailing my flight onboard a British Airways Boeing 747-400 from London Heathrow to Dubai
Wild About Travel
A Moomin Pilgrimage Through 80 Years of Finnish Magic
I just spent two amazing weeks in Finland, which remains one of my favourite countries in the world. This trip: Helsinki, Rovaniemi, and Turku. I’m still processing everything I experienced. The timber architecture of Rovaniemi, the frozen Baltic where ships should be, and now this: my Moomin pilgrimage across 80...
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday, 8 February 2026
Hope your weekend has been as good as mine. Below is a summary of stories that appeared in the blog over the last week. QANTAS: Gets A321XLR configuration very wrong. Too few loos. By 2paxfly on 06 Feb 2026 12:17 pmWhen Qantas began introducing its new Airbus A321XLRs, the focus...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge Bangkok (BKK – Main Terminal)
The penultimate stop on my Star Alliance Lounge tour in Bangkok (BKK) was the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge in the main terminal of the international departures area, a dated but comfortable lounge that is like the ugly step sister of the Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge next door. Thai Airways...
The Alviator
Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas
An introduction of my trip report featuring British Airways and Japan Airlines' A350 premium economy, Greater Bay Airlines' Premium, and more. The post Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas appeared first on The Alviator.
Economondo
Sampling Virgin Atlantic: Delhi to Heathrow on the Mega A350-1000
Flying my first flight with Virgin Atlantic since 2003 on a long slog between Delhi and London Heathrow
Points Miles and Bling
Why I Wore my Wedding Dress on an Air Canada Flight
I’ve seen a lot of strange behaviour on airplanes: bare feet on armrests, people clipping their nails, basically a mosh… The post Why I Wore my Wedding Dress on an Air Canada Flight appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Early Arrival at Barrientos Island in the South Shetland Islands in Antarctica
As we were not supposed to explore any part of Antarctica until the next day, the surprise announcement towards the end of dinner of the early unscheduled arrival at Barrientos Island in the South Shetland Islands off the coast of Antarctica shot the excitement of all of the passengers aboard...
Frequent Miler
Battle of the $350 airline cards: AA, Delta, United (and Alaska) | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep344 | 2-6-26
In this episode, we’ll take Hyatt on a mattress run, we’ll answer “Is Tyler crazy for liking the Bilt Paladium card?”, and Nick disagrees with our entire main event! Battle of the $350 airline cards: AA, Delta, United (and Alaska) Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite...
The Alviator
Review: Finnair A350 Economy Class, Premium Seat (HEL-LHR)
A review of Finnair's A350 economy class on an intra-Europe flight, where I paid extra to sit in one of their premium economy seats. The post Review: Finnair A350 Economy Class, Premium Seat (HEL-LHR) appeared first on The Alviator.
Miles To Memories
Lounging Around – JW Marriott Reston Station Highlights
I just completed a one-night stay at the new JW Marriott Reston Station outside of Washington, DC. It was a remarkable return to the brand. The post Lounging Around – JW Marriott Reston Station Highlights appeared first on Miles to Memories.