Hawaii Calling
Review: The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay — North Shore Luxury with Room to Breathe
After spending years reviewing resorts across Hawai‘i, I can say that Turtle Bay has always held a certain mystique. It’s remote, rugged, and unmistakably North Shore — the opposite of Waikīkī’s polished vertical skyline. So when Ritz-Carlton added its mark here, I knew I had to see whether the experience...
{Tech} for Travel
United Airlines App expands digital services for travellers
New passenger features are rolling out in the United Airlines App, with United updating how travellers manage flights and their travel experience.
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One Mile at a Time
When Does American Open Blocked, Desirable Economy Seats?
Many airlines block some bulkhead economy seat assignments in advance, primarily in the event that those with reduced mobility need to assign these seats. However, a certain amount of time before departure, these seats can be booked by anyone. This can be a great opportunity to snag a good seat,...
One Mile at a Time
When Does American Open Blocked, Desirable Economy Seats?
Many airlines block some bulkhead economy seat assignments in advance, primarily in the event that those with reduced mobility need to assign these seats. However, a certain amount of time before departure, these seats can be booked by anyone. This can be a great opportunity to snag a good seat,...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Is Finally Fixing One of Its Biggest Problems at DFW – Here’s What It Means For You
American Airlines has just made an announcement that promises to improve the traveling experience for tens of thousands of passengers every day – but this has nothing to do with flashy new seats, aircraft, or what kind of Champagne the airline plans to serve. Instead, for the casual observer, AA’s...
View from the Wing
Bilt Card 2.0 Transition Plan Is Here — The Rules And Deadlines Every Cardholder Needs Before January 14
Bilt Card 2.0 is finally moving forward, and the most important details are not the new perks — it is the transition rules and deadlines that determine what happens to your account. Here is what current cardholders need to know before January 14 to keep the upgrade seamless, avoid a...
Live and Let’s Fly
If You Want First Class, Buy It: The Collapse Of Airline Upgrades
For frequent flyers, the promise of upgrades was once a cornerstone of airline loyalty in the USA, but for most, that promise has eroded into frustration and cynicism. It’s time to fundamentally rethink upgrades once again. It’s Time For Airlines To Fundamentally Rethink Upgrades Elite upgrades, at least as they...
One Mile at a Time
American Increasing Flight Block Time, Padding Schedules: Smart Move?
American Airlines is trying to improve the financial mess that it’s in (at least in comparison to Delta and United), and management at the airline realizes that this requires focusing on the customer. This includes everything from investing in better business class seats, to serving better champagne, to sometimes holding...
View from the Wing
“You Are Just A Number, Not Royalty” — Marriott GM Shows Why Bonvoy Is Losing Value
A Marriott general manager responded to an Ambassador member by sneering, “You are just a number, not royalty,” and the comment is revealing for reasons bigger than one employee’s attitude. Marriott’s only real asset is the Bonvoy loyalty program, and when franchise owners treat top elites as a nuisance instead...
One Mile at a Time
United Airlines Basic Economy: What Are The Restrictions, And Is It Worth It?
Back in 2016, United Airlines introduced basic economy. In this post, I’d like to go over the details of that — what restrictions are there when booking basic economy fares, and are these tickets worth it? In many ways, United has among the most punitive basic economy fares, though not...
View from the Wing
Special This Holiday Season: Use Your Miles So People Can Say Their Last Goodbyes
For some families, the holidays aren’t about reunion—they’re about racing the clock. Give A Mile uses donated United miles to fly people to a loved one’s bedside in end‑of‑life situations. One balance can become one last hug.
Continue reading Special This Holiday Season: Use Your Miles So People Can Say Their...
One Mile at a Time
What’s The Best Way To Redeem Delta SkyMiles For Maximum Value?
In the miles & points world, people often joke about the value of Delta SkyMiles, going so far as calling them ”SkyPesos.” In Taylor Swift terms (and I’m no Swiftie, but it seems appropriate), you could say that SkyMiles is kind of the anti-hero.
Economy Class & Beyond
IndiGo to launch a Dehli to London Heathrow service
Indian Airline IndiGo continues its international expansion, with the airline targeting a new route between Delhi and London Heathrow. Norse Atlantic, flying for IndiGo – Image, Norse Atlantic Airways The new route between Delhi and London Heathrow will start on the 2nd February 2026. The airline will fly five times...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Is Spending Millions To Add Minutes To Flights — Cutting Misconnects Is How It Saves Money
American Airlines is spending millions to add extra minutes to flight schedules, and it is not just to look better on on-time charts. At Dallas Fort Worth, where delays turn into missed connections and mishandled bags in a hurry, the math is straightforward: paying for a little slack up front...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Front Desk Agent Did Not Know What Colored Tissues Meant
When I pulled a tissue from out of its box, I noticed that it was colored blue — and if you read this article pertaining to if the tissues are colored — which I wrote on Saturday, March 23, 2019 — you already immediately know what that means...
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Live from a Lounge
Purchase United Mileage Plus miles with up to a 45% Discount
United MileagePlus is offering up to 45% discount on the purchase of miles. Here are the details of this time-limited promotion.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Cathay Pacific Is Bringing Back Its Beloved ‘Lettuce Leaf Sandwich’ Livery For Its 80th Anniversary
Aviation geeks will be in their element as it has emerged that Cathay Pacific is preparing to introduce three airplanes, including its flagship Airbus A350, with a special ‘retro livery’ to celebrate its 80th anniversary next year. Eager plane spotters have already captured photos of one of the aircraft having...
The Bulkhead Seat
Turkish Airlines Opened Its First European Lounge Outside of Türkiye at Edinburgh Airport
Turkish Airlines has officially opened its newest lounge at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to further…
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Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Pilot Turns Denver Airport Layovers Into Piano Concerts
A United Airlines captain is reminding travelers that airports do not always have to feel chaotic or impersonal, even during the busiest travel season of the year. Captain Beau Brant Brings Music And Calm To Denver Airport United Airlines Captain Beau Brant has been spending his layovers at Denver International...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Park Hyatt Milan, Italy (Stellar, Central Hotel, But Missing Desks)
For the first hotel stay of our Good Morning Milan, Goodnight Moon trip, my dad and I spent two nights at the Park Hyatt Milan. I had stayed at the 106-room property several years back, but it underwent a full renovation in 2022, so I was excited to stay there again.
View from the Wing
Hertz Pulls A Seinfeld On Jason Priestley — Took The Reservation, Would Not Hold It [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: Hertz strands Jason Priestley just like in a Seinfeld episode. They knew how to take the reservation, they just didn’t know how to hold the reservation. And that’s really the most important part of the reservation, the holding. (HT: Ryan) @slcairport… reserved a...
Frequent Miler
Out with the old, in with the new as we look forward to 2026’s best deals (Week in Review)
In nearly nine years of working for Frequent Miler, I’ve seen countless opportunities come and go. From amazing limited-time offers to deals that died as fast as we could cover them, and from award chart sweet spots uncovered to programs unexpectedly shuttered, the constant is that this hobby is always...
