Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 87 London Heathrow to Chicago (MAIN CABIN EXTRA)
It feels like I haven’t done one of these for some time, but it’s time for the first in a series of Snapshots from my most recent trip. So, lets kick off with passenger experiance impresessions aboard American Airlines 87 between London Heathrow and Chicago O’Hare in Main Cabin Extra. I’m...
View from the Wing
Airport Lounge Charged A $5.30 Cleaning Fee At The Door — Drip Pricing Comes To Priority Pass
A Priority Pass member says Minute Suites at BWI charged a mandatory $5.30 “cleaning fee” just to enter, and Priority Pass’s response suggested lounges and airport services can tack on extra charges outside its policy. it's a warning that undisclosed lounge add-ons could turn access into drip pricing.
One Mile at a Time
Hilton Honors Amex Card Limited Time Offers: Up To 175K Points & Free Night
Link: Learn more about the Hilton Honors American Express Card, Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card, Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, and Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Air France KLM Flying Blue paid elite status match opportunity expanded to include the U.S. & Canada
The Air France KLM Flying Blue Status Match offer that is continually on offer for various countries has returned for US and Canadian travellers. The offer is run by Loyalty Status Co. who have spearheaded the new chapter in the status match world with pay for play matches. That’s the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Europe’s New Entry/Exit System Goes Fully Live This Week
Europe’s long-awaited Entry/Exit System is now fully operational and with it a shift in…
Your Mileage May Vary
The $75K Club: What Big Spending Unlocks on Premium Travel Cards
For a long time, premium credit cards were mostly about what came in the box: lounge access, travel credits, hotel benefits, and a high annual fee to match. Now, the…
Miles To Memories
New Amex Offers for Marriott Hotels, Save Up to 40%
American Express cardholders can once again take advantage of Amex Offers to save on their next Marriott stay.
View from the Wing
Great Value From the Best AAdvantage Business Card Offer — 75,000 Miles
Citi has its best-ever offer for the AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard — 75,000 miles after $5,000 spend and no annual fee the first year. Lots of approvals reported.
Points Miles and Bling
Why U.S. Preclearance Isn’t Always Worth It
U.S. preclearance has its pros and cons, but it’s not always as beneficial as it seems. As a child, I…
The Alviator
Review: Swiss Business Class Lounge E, Zurich (ZRH)
A review of the non-Schengen Swiss lounge at Concourse E, which is worth going out of your way for...if the weather's good.
Frequent Miler
Targeted Marriott Amex Offers: Spend $375 & get $150, spend $250 & get $50, & more
There’s a fresh round of targeted Marriott Amex Offers out today that can save you up to 40% on your stay depending on which version(s) you’re targeted for. The Deal There are several targeted Marriott Amex Offers including: Spend $375 & get $150 back Spend $400 & get $100 back...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, Thailand (Good City Hotel With Great Lounge)
During my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I spent a night at the 260-key Ritz-Carlton Bangkok. Having only opened in late 2024, the Ritz-Carlton is the newest luxury Marriott addition in Bangkok, so I was curious to check it out. Since I was staying for just one night, I also decided...
Miles To Memories
Rove Adds Two More 1:1 Transfer Partners
Rove is a fairly new program in the miles and points game, but they have quickly added an impressive number of transfer partners.
TravelUpdate
Review: Turkish Airlines A350-900 Business Class from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur
A Turkish Airlines A350-900 operates the service between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur. I was on my way from…
Frequent Miler
Preferred Hotels promo: Earn 2,500 I Prefer points at new properties
Preferred Hotels is once again offering 2,500 bonus I Prefer points when booking stays at their new properties. The Deal Earn 2,500 bonus points when staying at new Preferred Hotels properties. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Book by June 30, 2026 for stays through September 30, 2026. Booking must...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Wyndham points with a 100% bonus?
Wyndham Rewards currently has a 35% bonus on buying points. Buying Wyndham points can be a great way to book an amazing Vacasa vacation rental at a steep discount. Find out how ...
Live and Let’s Fly
Exit Row Drama On United Flight: Laptop Rule Ignored, But The Bigger Problem Was The Self-Appointed Enforcer in 21C
Airplane etiquette debates are nothing new, but a recent exit row incident on a United Airlines flight raises a more interesting question: where does safety enforcement end and self-appointed policing begin? Exit Row Passenger Refuses To Stow Laptop For Takeoff On United So Another Passenger Takes Matters Into His Own...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Stray Dogs Keep Biting Passengers at Delhi Airport But They’re Not Going Anywhere Officials Say
Passengers and staff at Delhi International Airport (DEL) have reported an alarming rise in dog bite incidents from several stray dogs who call the airport home, although officials say the dogs aren’t going anywhere. In fact, Delhi Airport is walking a bit of a legal tightrope as it tries to...
Your Mileage May Vary
Malicious Compliance: When a Boss’s “Lowest Fare” Rule Backfired Spectacularly
When a higher-up demands the “lowest possible fare, lowest possible rate” as a cost-cutting measure, it’s supposed to apply to everyone—including the person who made the rule. A Reddit user…
Miles To Memories
The Good & The Bad Of The New Amex Refer A Friend Limits
There are new Amex Refer A Friend limits that rolled out today that you should be aware of. Dare I say that they are actually better?
View from the Wing
American Airlines Delayed A Flight Because The Pilot Was Stuck In Line At Starbucks — Lavazza Can’t Come Soon Enough
American Airlines delayed a flight because its pilot was stuck in line at Starbucks, which says less about the pilot than it does about the airline’s coffee. For years, cheap onboard coffee has had a hidden operational cost: when crews go hunting for something better in the terminal, passengers wait.
Frequent Miler
Avid hiker? Get 50% back on an AllTrails subscription with a targeted Amex Offer
Are you an avid hiker? If so, you’re likely familiar with AllTrails.com which is an excellent resource for hiking trails not only in the US, but worldwide too. AllTrails has a free membership which provides a lot of information that you might need when heading out for a hike, as...
One Mile at a Time
Lucrative Air France-KLM Flying Blue Paid Status Match Promotion
For quite some time, Air France-KLM Flying Blue has been offering paid status match promotions, on an on-again, off-again basis. The status match has always had residency requirements, though the countries that are targeted do change over time.
Points Miles and Bling
Aeroplan and United MileagePlus Launch Reciprocal Free Wi-Fi Across Both Airlines
Members of Air Canada Aeroplan and United Airlines MileagePlus can now enjoy reciprocal free Wi-Fi when flying on each other’s aircraft.…
From Home and Back
Barbie Dream Fest Fail – Why Special Event Travel Can Be Risky
Barbie Dream Fest failed to meet the expectations of eager fans. Find out why traveling to festivals and fan events can often be a risky proposition. The post Barbie Dream Fest Fail – Why Special Event Travel Can Be Risky appeared first on From Home and Back.
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest Raises Checked Bag Fees In Another Shift Away From Its Free-Bags Legacy
Southwest Airlines is increasing checked bag fees, becoming the latest US carrier to raise…
Miles To Memories
Do This Every Premium Class Award Booking, Easily Burning My Hilton Credits, Killer Wyndham Redemption & More
All of that plus earning $4,000 in cash, $1800 in perks and almost 350K miles in recent round of applications, plus our guide on every current transfer bonus available.
Points Miles and Bling
Where Flying Blue Still Offers the Best Value
In light of the current 25% transfer bonus from Amex MR to Air France KLM Flying Blue, it’s a great…
Frequent Miler
Buy Hilton Points For 0.5 Cents Each
Hilton has returned with a new sale offering members an up to 100% bonus when purchasing Hilton Honors points. That means you can buy Hilton Honors points for 0.5 cents per point (cpp) with this sale. Note that the 100% bonus is sometimes targeted, so it’s possible that you’ll see...
Live and Let’s Fly
“Trump Loves To See Big Deals Happen” As Administration Signals Openness To Airline Mergers
I sense a growing fever pitch for consolidation in the U.S. airline industry, and now a key member of the Trump administration is signaling openness to it. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Signals Openness To Airline Mergers, Says “Trump Loves To See Big Deals Happen” As flagged by One Mile At...
Economondo
Flying T’way’s Airbus A330-200: Jeju to Seoul Gimpo
Come with me as I fly on T'way Air's first A330 on a familiarisation service between Jeju and Seoul
TravelUpdate
Review: Blue Ribbon Club Lounge Samui (USM) International
Background & Access To my delight and surprise, the small airport of Koh Samui (USM) has not 1,…