Frequent Miler
Bilt Cash: The great coupon emporium
Last week’s free airspace was dominated by Bilt’s launch of its revamped portfolio of credit cards, or what it’s calling Bilt 2.0. We’ve spilled buckets of digital ink describing the new program, and by the end of the week, it had gathered some unintended steam, with the New York Times...
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Southwest Flight Attendant Told Her “Pull Your Shirt Up” — The LUV Airline Is Back To Policing What Passengers Wear
Southwest Airlines is back in dress-code drama after a passenger accused a flight attendant of telling her to “pull your shirt up” before she could fly, saying the comment singled out her body and birthmarks. The clash is awkward for an airline that built its brand on LUV and once...
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No Lifetime Language 125K point offer for Amex Business Gold (Targeted)
American Express is targeting some cardholders with an offer on the Business Gold card, awarding 125,000 bonus points when spending $15,000 in the first three months of card membership. (h/t: Doctor of Credit) Not only is that higher than the current publicly available offer, but it also has No Lifetime...
One Mile at a Time
How To Avoid Gate Checking Your Carry-On Bag (The Easy & Sneaky Ways)
Many people prefer to travel only with carry-on bags and not checked bags. Among those with carry-ons, one common fear is having to gate check your bag. In this post, I’d like to talk a bit more about that, and also share some tips for avoiding having to gate check...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Multiwallet Dual-Wallet System (Back By Saturday)
The Multiwallet dual-wallet system from Chiseled Design is made out of genuine leather and comes with RFID blocking, a passport holder, and ...
Frequent Miler
Air France KLM World Elite Visa Signature Review (2026)
Air France KLM Flying Blue has the potential to be a very useful program, as you can fly one-way between Europe and the US for 25K miles in economy or 60K miles in business class. It even offers international first-class awards with some partners. That’s all fine and good, but...
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Traveling to Canada? Here Are the Unwritten Rules Locals Actually Care About
People have been visiting Canada for what seems like forever. And no wonder — it boasts great cities like Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal, on top of attractions such as…
Miles To Memories
Vegas Slots Are Tighter – Data Shows Casinos Are TAKING More + BEST CITY In Nevada to Gamble!
Vegas slots are getting tighter, 1:1 Canadian promo for visiting Vegas, A's ballpark update, high speed train construction starts and Venetian's stunning concourse. The post Vegas Slots Are Tighter – Data Shows Casinos Are TAKING More + BEST CITY In Nevada to Gamble! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Vegas Slots Are Tighter – Data Shows Casinos Are TAKING More + BEST CITY In Nevada to Gamble!
Vegas slots are getting tighter, 1:1 Canadian promo for visiting Vegas, A's ballpark update, high speed train construction starts and Venetian's stunning concourse. The post Vegas Slots Are Tighter – Data Shows Casinos Are TAKING More + BEST CITY In Nevada to Gamble! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Miles To Memories
Chase Private Client Now Offers a $3,000 Bonus
Chase has a huge bonus offer of up to $3,000 for those who open or upgrade their accounts to Chase Private Client. However, this bonus requires a large deposit that you need to keep in the account for over 45 days. The post Chase Private Client Now Offers a $3,000 Bonus...
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Chase Private Client Now Offers a $3,000 Bonus
Chase has a huge bonus offer of up to $3,000 for those who open or upgrade their accounts to Chase Private Client. However, this bonus requires a large deposit that you need to keep in the account for over 45 days. The post Chase Private Client Now Offers a $3,000 Bonus...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Flights Canceled; Additional Airlines Issue Waivers: Massive Winter Storm Update January 2026 Travel Alert
Thousands of flights have already been canceled and additional airlines have issued travel waivers as a result of the latest massive winter storm that is affecting most of the eastern two-thirds of the United States in January of 2026. Consider ensuring that you have alternate travel plans ready to be...
The Bulkhead Seat
London Heathrow Finishes Its New Scanner Rollout and Ends Liquids Ban for All Passengers
I am not a fan of connecting at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). My carry-on… The post London Heathrow Finishes Its New Scanner Rollout and Ends Liquids Ban for All Passengers appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Star Alliance Airport Lounge Access Explained: Who Gets Entry?
One of the great things about the big three global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the Star Alliances lounge access policy for travelers, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be...
One Mile at a Time
Star Alliance Airport Lounge Access Explained: Who Gets Entry?
One of the great things about the ”big three” global airline alliances is that they offer reciprocal lounge access for travelers. In this post, I want to take a closer look at the Star Alliance’s lounge access policy for travelers, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be...
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American AAdvantage miles can now be used to book Aer Lingus awards
Aer Lingus is a bit of a strange airline. It’s part of the Avios group of currencies, but it is the only major airline (sorry, Loganair) among them that isn’t a part of the oneworld alliance. It’s a partner of oneworld members Alaska and American, but also JetBlue and Star...
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Airport Plastered Itself With “Call To Advertise Here” Ads — But Used The Wrong Number And Some Guy’s Phone Won’t Stop Ringing [Roundup]
A major airport covered itself in “call to advertise here” ads—then apparently posted the wrong phone number, sending a steady stream of calls to a random guy who has no idea what’s going on. Plus: Capital One buying Brex, Heathrow ending the liquids rule, Southwest’s “coffee surprise,” Admirals Club Provisions...
One Mile at a Time
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Review: Great Benefits, Low Fee
Link: Learn more about the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
{Tech} for Travel
Wearable upgrade Aivela Ring Pro launches with 8 touch and 6 air gestures
CES 2026 News: Aivela Ring Pro pairs touch and gesture control with 13+ health metrics, a 7-day battery, IP68 rating, and no subscription fees for 24/7 wear. The post Wearable upgrade Aivela Ring Pro launches with 8 touch and 6 air gestures appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
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Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards
Chase and Visa are teaming up to give Sapphire Reserve cardmembers the option to grab FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. The post Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Bilt Blue Looks Basic — But No Other No Annual Fee Card Can Earn 2.3 Transferable Points Per Dollar
Bilt Blue looks like a plain no annual fee card, but the Bilt Cash mechanic changes the math. If you convert the 4% Bilt Cash into points via rent/mortgage-linked redemptions, you can get to about 2.3 transferable points per dollar on everyday spend—up to a monthly cap tied to your...
The Bulkhead Seat
The Wall Street Journal Says That Southwest and Allegiant Are the Best US Airlines
The Wall Street Journal has released its latest ranking of the best and worst… The post The Wall Street Journal Says That Southwest and Allegiant Are the Best US Airlines appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Amazon Settlement: $1.5 Billion in Refunds for Prime Members—Check Your Eligibility for $51 Payout
As part of this agreement, $1.5 billion has been allocated for customer refunds, while the remaining $1 billion will cover civil penalties. The post Amazon Settlement: $1.5 Billion in Refunds for Prime Members—Check Your Eligibility for $51 Payout appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Fun Frequent Flyer Program Names, From Sir Turtle To Platinum Hawk
There are the best frequent flyer programs, and then there are the frequent flyer programs with the best names. This post is about the latter, and yes, the two do seem to be mutually exclusive.
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Find Preferred Hotels bookable with points (updated interactive map)
Many Preferred Hotels, but not all, can be booked with points. Of those, some can be booked using Preferred Hotels’ own I Prefer points, some can be booked using Choice points, and some can be booked using both. If you have a Citi Strata Premier card, Citi Strata Elite card,...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Aeroplan miles with a 30% discount? (Deal Ends Saturday)
I used Air Canada Aeroplan miles for an epic RTW trip. Aeroplan miles are on sale now, and you can buy them with a big discount for a limited ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Change — Here’s My Theory
United Airlines continues to hint that a major MileagePlus announcement is on the way, though the specifics of the announcement remain closely guarded. Even so, I have a theory. United Airlines Teases Major MileagePlus Loyalty Announcement For months, United Airlines has teased that a big change is coming to MileagePlus...
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Delta Expanding Several Sky Club Locations and New Lounge Coming to Las Vegas
If you’ve ever felt the squeeze at the Philadelphia or Atlanta Delta clubs, there is some much-needed relief on the way. There's also a new lounge opening in Las Vegas in 2029 and expansions at JAX and TPA. The post Delta Expanding Several Sky Club Locations and New Lounge Coming to Las...
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Credit Card Review: Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi — Who Should Get It
The credit cards I typically review focus on earning airline miles, hotel points, or transferable points like Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, or AMEX Membership Rewards. However, there’s another…
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Exploring more of Kuala Lumpur in the Dry, Wet and Nighttime – Growing Old in Style
Exploring more of Kuala Lumpur in the Dry, Wet and Nighttime Growing Old with In Style Time to do some on-foot exploring around Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy watching me getting soaked in the process…  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to...
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Wheelchair Requests Are Becoming An Airport Hack — On Some Long-Haul Flights, 30% Of Passengers Use Them To Board First
Wheelchair assistance is increasingly being used as an airport “hack”: it can mean skipping long walks, cutting security lines, and boarding early—often with an entire family in tow. On some long-haul flights, as many as 30% of passengers now request wheelchairs, and the result is predictable: real disabled travelers get...
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Alaska / Atmos again allowing multi-city companion fare bookings
Alaska’s companion fare has been at least partially untanked. The airline offers a “famous” companion fare with both the Atmos Ascent and Business credit cards, which allows a companion to travel for $99 + taxes (totaling ~$121). It’s valid on any North American economy fare class on Hawaiian or Alaska,...