Traveling For Miles
Review: British Airways Embraer E190 Club Europe (Business Class)
On my last trip to Ireland, I flew to Dublin out of London City Airport in Club Europe (what British Airways calls its short-haul Business Class) on a British Airways E190 aircraft, and as TFM rarely seems to feature some of the smaller aircraft that we fly, this seems like...
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Unlock Travel Rewards: Amex Transfer Partners Made Easy
Unlock the secrets to maximizing Amex Membership Rewards by exploring their extensive network of airline and hotel transfer partners. Discover how strategic point transfers can transform everyday spending into luxurious travel experiences at a fraction of the cost.
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Unlock The Secrets Of FoundersCard: Travel Smarter
Discover how FoundersCard can transform your travel experience with exclusive discounts and perks, offering significant savings for frequent travelers. Evaluate if this membership aligns with your travel habits to maximize its benefits and justify the annual fee.
Miles For Family
Carnival Cruise Line Passengers Irate Over Loyalty Program Overhaul
Yesterday, Carnival Cruise Line announced some major changes to its loyalty program that will roll out in June 2026. Since I’ve cruised on Carnival twice, I’m in several social media groups related to Carnival cruising. The reaction from cruise passengers to this announcement has been overwhelmingly negative.. New Carnival Rewards...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: The Ritz-Carlton Almaty
While the property is beginning to feel dated, we had a fantastic experience for our short visit at The Ritz-Carlton Almaty. The post Review: The Ritz-Carlton Almaty appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
You Are Travel
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants List is Now Complete: The Five Top-50 Restaurants I’ve Tried – Including the #1 Restaurant in the World 
Tl;dr – The World’s 50 Best List full list was announced Thursday. Here’s a quick review of my…
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Navigate SFO Like a Pro with Southwest’s New Terminal Tips
Discover how to navigate San Francisco International Airport with ease as Southwest Airlines prepares for a major terminal move in 2025. Get insider tips on security, check-ins, and the latest nonstop routes to streamline your travel experience.
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A stay at the Hilton Garden Inn in New Orleans
I had a fun week in New Orleans in May. The weather was great; I got to explore…
Points Miles and Bling
Elevated Upgrade Offer from Amex Cobalt to Gold is Worth Considering!
We’ve long loved the Amex Cobalt Card in our household. It’s been our go-to for groceries, restaurants, food delivery, streaming… The post Elevated Upgrade Offer from Amex Cobalt to Gold is Worth Considering! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 539: Picking up the pieces
Another rough week in aviation, so we aimed for more respectful snark in this week's episode.
Sam Chui
Paris Air Show Day 3/4: Freighters, Embraer, Widebodies Dominate
Following two successful trade days at the 2025 Paris Air Show, Airbus bagged widebody orders from Starlux, EgyptAir, and MNG Airlines on Day 3. Moreover, Embraer also secured orders from SkyWest, Airlink, and Bridges Air Cargo. Starlux Orders 10 Airbus A350-1000 Starlux Airlines has placed a firm order for 10...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge (HKG)
Folks, the Cathay Pacific The Pier Lounge in Hong Kong (HKG) may just be the best business class lounge in the world. In any case, it is a beautiful space with excellent food and beverage options, and is a pleasant environment to wait for your flight in. Cathay Pacific The...
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TRIP REPORT: Interislander ferry between Wellington and Picton, New Zealand
Ferry’s are a much underrated form of transport. The inter-island ferry between the capital of New Zealand, Wellington on the North Island, and the port of Picton on the north of the South Island, is an experience I have long hoped to have. Or in water terms, its a ferry...
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American Airlines: Now Featuring Dynamic Upgrades and Dynamic Disappointment
American Airlines is making changes to how AAdvantage members use their miles for upgrades. The airline will retire its mileage upgrade award chart effective August 12, 2025, at midnight CT and has introduced a new instant point upgrade system. While […]
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Trip Report: Wine Tasting in the Canada’s Okanagan Valley: Underrated, Beautiful and I’m Not Talking about the Icewine
Tl;dr – A recap of wine-tasting in the oft-overlooked Okanagan Valley. Accessible, beautiful with excellent wines – you need…
Points Miles and Bling
Buy Alaska miles with 70% bonus, at 1.73 CPM
Alaska Mileage Plan’s current promotion to buy Alaska miles with a 70% bonus is a good one. The tiered bonus… The post Buy Alaska miles with 70% bonus, at 1.73 CPM appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Traveling For Miles
Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill (Regency Suite) review – Updated for 2025
The Churchill is one of three Hyatt Regency Properties in central London and for some considerable time it stood out as the best Hyatt option in the city. The addition of the Great Scotland Yard hotel to Hyatt's portfolio in 2019 made the title of 'best Hyatt in London' a lot...
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Canadian airlines win big at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025
At the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, presented during the Paris Air Show, Canadian airlines put on a strong show… The post Canadian airlines win big at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Hotel Review: Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong
If you’re looking to do heaps of eating and shopping while in the Thai capital, you might want to know more about Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong. Location Slightly set back from busy Ratchadamri Road, and just a few minutes walk from the perpetually occupied Sukhuvmit Road, the hotel is in the...
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Unlock The Best June 2025 Chase Transfer Bonuses
Discover how Chase Ultimate Rewards® points can enhance your travel plans with June 2025 transfer bonuses. Learn the strategies to maximize these offers for premium cabins and more, and ensure your points are spent wisely by checking award availability before transferring.
Miles For Family
Booked: Round-trip Flights to Thailand in Business Class Using Miles and Points!
Yes, I did just come back from a trip to Asia. But, I’m not done exploring the area, and I want to go while I’m still “young” -ish. My daughter and I set our sights on visiting Thailand next year, which is a longer flight than flights to Japan and...
Travel Points Playbook
Business Class to Europe with Four People: Tools I Used to Find and Book the Award Flights
International business class flights are one of the best ways to redeem points for travel. While it certainly…
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APPLE: Ticket tech — smart boarding passes
Apple is promoting Smart Boarding Passes as part of its next ‘i’ operating system (iOS) for iPhones and iPads, to be released in September. The new name, now reflecting the year it applies to, will be iOS 26. This innovation could herald the end of boarding gate chaos. Both Qantas...
Frequent Miler
The real Sapphire Reserve for Business | Coffee Break Ep59 | 6-17-25
Chase is out with new details about their Sapphire Reserve for business card…and there are a few ways our predictions from last week were way off. Today, we’ll talk about how we were wrong about the Sapphire Reserve for Business card. The real Sapphire Reserve for Business Watch the full...
You Are Travel
Spirit Ridge, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt: An In-depth Review – Fantastic Stay and a Deerspotters Delight
Tl;dr – If you find yourself in the south end of the Okanagan Valley, then Spirit Ridge is…
Miles For Family
Changes to Chase Sapphire Reserve Personal Card and Intro to Business Version Announced
We knew this was coming…today, Chase announced new upcoming changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and released information about a new business version of the card. Changes to Chase Sapphire Reserve Personal Card The biggest change is the annual fee. For new applications starting June 23, 2025 and for...
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United Premium Plus: Is the Upgrade Really Worth It?
Explore whether United Airlines' Premium Plus is the upgrade you've been looking for, offering a blend of comfort and affordability. Discover how it bridges the gap between Economy and Business Class with enhanced seating, dining, and priority services.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Johnston Canyon in Canada: An Introduction
After visiting Gap Lake, I returned to Trans-Canada Highway 1; passed the town of Banff; and exited at the Johnston Canyon and Castle Mountain exit to drive leisurely down Alberta Provincial Highway 1A west — which becomes Bow Valley Parkway at that point — towards Johnston Canyon, which is 56.8...
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Accor Hotel Chain With Free On-Demand Porn Continues to Expand
An international hotel chain, under the Accor umbrella, that touts unique restaurants and bars, as well as shared (and private) fun, has recently announced the soon-to-be-grand-openings of two more hotels…
The Alviator
Review: Smartwings 737 Economy Class (SPU-PRG)
A review of Czech low-cost carrier Smartwings on the 1h 35m flight from Split to Prague. Is the airline's tarnished reputation justified? The post Review: Smartwings 737 Economy Class (SPU-PRG) appeared first on The Alviator.
Traveling For Miles
Review: Hyatt Centric Milan Centrale (Terrace Suite)
Earlier this year, I took the opportunity to combine a look at the new-ish ITA Airways A220 aircraft (review coming soon) with a visit to the Hyatt Centric Milan to see if the property offers World of Hyatt fans a good (and considerably more affordable) alternative to the famous Park...
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Unlock Travel Peace with Capital One Venture X Benefits
Discover how the Capital One Venture X card offers robust travel insurance benefits, providing peace of mind for frequent travelers. From trip cancellation protection to primary rental car insurance, this card ensures you're covered against unexpected travel mishaps.