The Bulkhead Seat
Air Transat Adds Toronto to Tirana Flights as Latest Part of Huge Summer 2026 Schedule
I’ve written several times about Air Transat. Before last year, I had never even heard… The post Air Transat Adds Toronto to Tirana Flights as Latest Part of Huge Summer 2026 Schedule appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Warning: Not Always a Full Refund When Canceling Airline Ticket Purchased Within 24 Hours
Consumers who are based in the United States are allowed to cancel their reservation and receive a full refund without a penalty for 24 hours; but here is a warning that you may not always receive a full refund when canceling an airline ticket purchased within 24 hours, as I...
ATX Jetsetter
Weekly Recap: December 20, 2025
Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending December 20, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap. The post Weekly Recap: December 20, 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Live and Let’s Fly
United Adds Chicago Routes One Day After American’s O’Hare Expansion
A day after American Airlines rolled out a new batch of Chicago routes, United Airlines responded in kind, underscoring just how competitive the battle for O’Hare has become. United Adds More Chicago Routes One Day After American’s O’Hare Expansion United Airlines has announced additional domestic route growth from Chicago O’Hare,...
View from the Wing
Pilot Of Cancun Flight Locks Himself In Cockpit Over 5 Months Of Unpaid Wages—Triggers Hijacking Response
Passengers boarded a Cancún-bound flight expecting a routine departure, but the captain instead barricaded himself in the cockpit and refused to operate the flight. He told those onboard the airline owed him more than five months of unpaid wages and per diems, turning a labor dispute into a 60–90 minute...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Woman Needed Spinal Surgery After Seat Back Collapsed on KLM Flight to Boston
A Framingham, Massachusetts woman says she was left with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries that required her to undergo surgery after a seatback collapsed on a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight from Amsterdam to Boston Logan. The woman is now suing KLM for gross negligence, as the flight attendants...
Your Mileage May Vary
Can You Still Pay for a Hotel With Cash? Here’s What Major Brands Say
For years, a popular saying was “cash is king.” You didn’t have to have a credit or debit card. You didn’t even have to have a checking account. As long…
Miles To Memories
Dear Santa – My 2025 Points and Miles Wish List
My 2025 points and miles wish list is short and entirely reasonable. I think so, at least. Are you wishing for any of the same things? The post Dear Santa – My 2025 Points and Miles Wish List appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Pilot Locks Himself In Cockpit, Demands Unpaid Wages, Gets Arrested
Well here’s something you don’t see every day, which makes for quite a story…
Points With a Crew
Why This Is The Best Seat On The Plane, According To Flight Attendants
WIth so many options to choose from, what is the best seat on the airplane? Flight attendants were surveyed, and the answer may surprise you
Live and Let’s Fly
United’s Pan-Seared Pierogi Might Be The Most Indulgent First Class Meal I’ve Tried
I tried the pan-seared pierogi on my last United Airlines flight and found it one of the most indulgent airline meals I’ve ever had. Taste Test: Pan-Seared Pierogi On United Airlines United offers a special dish in domestic first class from each hub, which tends to rotate every two months....
Point Me to the Plane
What to Read When Traveling: Books For Every Mood
Here's a list of the Independent bookstores in the U.S. worth a visit! It's fun to match your travel moods to what you read. See what you think of my suggestions!
One Mile at a Time
Philippine Airlines Has Special Seats For Passengers With Nut Allergies?!?
Nut allergies are a serious concern for many people, particularly when they travel by air, given that they’re in an enclosed space for extended periods of time. While many airlines offer to take some precautions to help these passengers, I’ve never seen something like this before. I’m curious if anyone...
Your Mileage May Vary
Is Your Layover Too Short? Here’s What Minimum Connection Time (MCT) Really Means
When booking a connecting flight, airlines will provide options, often with varying connection times. But how do they decide which connections are feasible? The answer lies in a concept known…
Points Miles and Bling
My Experiences Travelling in the Middle East as a Woman
Over the last three years on five separate trips, I’ve visited nine countries across the Middle East: Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan,… The post My Experiences Travelling in the Middle East as a Woman appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
View from the Wing
Marriott App Now Prompts You To Tip Staff — So Hotels Can Cut Wage Costs
Marriott has added in-app tipping, routing payments through a third-party processor—an escalation beyond the QR-code tip prompts that have spread through hotels since the pandemic. This isn’t really about guest convenience; it’s about shifting more of employee compensation onto customers so hotels can staff up while keeping wage costs (and...
The Bulkhead Seat
Icelandair Celebrates Iceland’s Unique Christmas Traditions
I love Iceland. We have visited three times and each time have marveled at… The post Icelandair Celebrates Iceland’s Unique Christmas Traditions appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
The Adwa Victory Memorial Museum Shows Why Ethiopia Still Defines Itself By Adwa
Some museums document history, others shape identity, and the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa very clearly does both. The Adwa Victory Memorial Museum Is More Than A Museum, It Is A Symbol Of Ethiopian Pride In Addis Ababa The Adwa Victory Memorial Museum commemorates one of the most...
One Mile at a Time
Awful: Air India Pilot Physically Assaults Dad During Security Line Argument
An Air India Express captain has been accused of physically assaulting a man who was traveling with his family, after the two got into a disagreement at the airport security line. This is simply wild.
Live and Let’s Fly
Finnair Adds Melbourne Service Via Bangkok As Russian Airspace Closure Reshapes Its Network
Finnair is adding a new longhaul route to Australia with a cool new Fifth Freedom flight, but the real story is less about expansion and more about adaptation. Finnair Launches Melbourne Service With Fifth Freedom Flights From Bangkok Finnair has announced new “direct” service between Helsinki (HEL) and Melbourne (MEL),...
Pointalize
American Airlines Ends Basic Economy Miles Earning
Breaking: American Airlines ends mile and Loyalty Point earning on Basic Economy tickets effective Dec 17, 2025. We analyze the math and elite impact.
PointsMath
Promotion Weekly December 2025 Third Edition
Here are the ongoing points and travel promotions for this week. Previous Edition: Promotion Weekly December 2025 Second Edition This weekly edition is divided into two sections: Airline promotions and Hotel promotions. Use the links below to jump to what matters to you. Ending in the Next Seven Days These...
View from the Wing
Marriott Adds a “Destination Marketing Fee” at Kansas City Airport Fairfield — Pay $1.50 Extra So the Hotel Can Advertise to You
A Fairfield Inn near Kansas City Airport is listing a city-required $3 arena fee—and then, starting with January bookings, adding a separate $1.50 “Destination Marketing Fee.” Kansas City doesn’t list any such charge as a government fee, and nearby hotels don’t show it, making this look like a new, mandatory...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Nicknames and Mispronunciations Do You Dislike?
Chi-Town is way too cold. I would rather be in Hotlanta. I had just arrived from Frisco; and my next stop is the Big Apple. After that, I am off to LaLa Land for a meeting. That paragraph you just read contains terms which can cause people who are local to...
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest Airlines Adds First-Ever Nonstop Service Between Las Vegas and Hilo
Southwest Airlines has expanded its Hawaiian network with new nonstop flights linking Las Vegas… The post Southwest Airlines Adds First-Ever Nonstop Service Between Las Vegas and Hilo appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
From The Tray Table
Delta One check-in is now available at every long-haul hub
If there’s one area where Delta’s flagship business-class experience consistently shines, it’s before you even take off. In… The post Delta One check-in is now available at every long-haul hub appeared first on From the Tray Table.
PointsMath
11+ Current Promotions on Buying Points & Miles
Buying Hotel Points or Airline points can be an excellent way to top up miles or extend their validity. There are eleven offers to buy miles and points: eight from airlines and three from hotel programs. All these points or miles purchases will be in foreign currency (USD/CAD/EUR), so using...
The Bulkhead Seat
Alaska Airlines Restores Nonstop Flights Between Paine Field and Portland in June 2026
Alaska Airlines will bring back nonstop service between Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)… The post Alaska Airlines Restores Nonstop Flights Between Paine Field and Portland in June 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
SkyTeam Airport Lounge Access Explained: It’s Kind Of Complicated
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 SkyTeam alliances lounge access policy, as understanding the nuances of airport lounge access can be complicated. We’ve seen some...
The Bulkhead Seat
Marriott Signs Its 100th City Express by Marriott Property in the United States and Canada
Marriott announced a milestone this week when it surpassed 100 signed agreements for City… The post Marriott Signs Its 100th City Express by Marriott Property in the United States and Canada appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Guide To Alaska Atmos Rewards Lifetime Million Miler Status
Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Blink and You Missed It: Southwest’s 38-Minute Flight Attendant Hiring Frenzy Just Set A New Record
Southwest Airlines is known for rarely needing to open external applications to fill vacant flight attendant positions. Crew members at the Dallas-based carrier are pretty content, and attrition is low even by U.S. airline standards. Even when Southwest does need to hire flight attendants, it prefers to hire from its...