One Mile at a Time
Bilt Rewards Adds Japan Airlines Mileage Bank As Transfer Partner
Bilt Rewards is the loyalty programof the no annual feeBilt Mastercard(review),which is quite lucrative. This is a proper transferable points currency, allowing 1:1 transfers to a variety of partners. Bilt Rewards has just announced its newest transfer partner, and it’s one that’s pretty exciting, if you ask me.
View from the Wing
Bilt Adds Japan Airlines As 1:1 Transfer Partner—Plus Skip The 60-Day Wait To Redeem Awards
Bilt Rewards has added Japan Airlines as a 1:1 points transfer partner. Bilt says that most transfers will be completed within 10 minutes. Continue reading Bilt Adds Japan Airlines As 1:1 Transfer Partner—Plus Skip The 60-Day Wait To Redeem Awards...
Live from a Lounge
Seats.Aero: A powerful tool to search for airline and hotel reward availability (+ a 30% Discount on paid subscription)
Here is an in-depth primer to Seats.Aero, an award search engine on the rise with a slightly different approach from the usual. And your opportunity to lock in their lowest prices yet on the Pro version. The post Seats.Aero: A powerful tool to search for airline and hotel reward availability (+...
View from the Wing
Naked Man Found Clinging To Plane, Covered In Mud—Manila Airport Blames The Drainage System
Last week a naked man was found completely covered in mud clinging to the landing gear of a plane at at Manila airport's terminal 1 by gate 6. He was spotted in the early morning hours by a security guard who noticed the tight grip - and lack of...
Live and Let’s Fly
Details: New United “Polaris Studio” Will Offer Champagne, Caviar, More Space
United Airlines is set to introduce a new premium seating option called Polaris Studio on its upcoming Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Positioned at the front of the business class cabin, Polaris Studio aims to provide passengers with enhanced comfort and amenities while remaining part of business class rather than a separate...
TravelUpdate
Is Amex setting a trap with these bonuses?
Amex is offering these bonus points to certain customers. However, are these offers a trap? Here's what I think you should do if you get one.
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BoardingArea
Why Frequent Flyers Love the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort
In my travels, I often search for resorts that fuse relaxed seaside living with impeccable service. The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, settled on 22 gated acres along the Pacific, has consistently topped my list when I'm looking for a property that treats frequent flyers like long-lost friends. From opulent...
One Mile at a Time
Unveiled: New United Polaris Business Class, Including Polaris Studio
The wait is finally over. United Airlines has today revealed its next generation long haul business class experience, and it looks mighty impressive. There’s even a special ”business class plus” product, with quite the improved soft product. Let’s go over all the details.
View from the Wing
United Unveils Caviar Suites With Doors And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6 Flyers Get The Full Experience
United has announced its new business class suites, which will appear on new delivery Boeing 787s starting later this year – with passenger service beginning in 2026. The first destinations will be San Francisco to London and Singapore. Continue reading United Unveils Caviar Suites With Doors And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6...
View from the Wing
United Unveils Caviar, Suites With Doors, And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6 Flyers Get The Full Experience
United has announced its new business class suites, which will appear on new delivery Boeing 787s starting later this year – with passenger service beginning in 2026. The first destinations will be San Francisco to London and Singapore. Continue reading United Unveils Caviar, Suites With Doors, And 27-Inch Screens—But Only 6...
Miles For Family
Final Days for CSP 100k Bonus Offer
Last month, Chase increased the bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred card to 100,000 points. Well, all good things must come to an end. This increased offer expires this week on May 15, 2025 at 9 a.m. EDT.  Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Chase Sapphire Preferred (Nancy’s referral link and Leana’s...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Flight Attendant Reveals the One Phrase That Instantly Annoys Cabin Crew—and Why You Should Never Say It
As a flight attendant, I know all too well that there is one phrase that passengers use all the time that really drives cabin crew nuts and is not going to resolve a situation in the way that the customer is hoping that it will. If you’re a flight attendant...
The Bulkhead Seat
United Unveils New Polaris® Seats and Studios With Doors, an Ottoman, and Caviar Service
United Airlines broke the silence this morning around its updated Polaris® (Business Class) cabin… The post United Unveils New Polaris® Seats and Studios With Doors, an Ottoman, and Caviar Service appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
2025 Chicago Seminars Heritage Edition: Now On Sale! (Save $20 with a Special Promo Code)
It’s official! The 15th Annual Chicago Seminars Heritage Edition is officially on — and tickets are on sale now! Let’s get to the what, when, where, who, and how much. And “where’s the promo code?!” Event website: The 15th Annual Chicago Seminars Heritage Edition What are the Chicago Seminars? If...
Live and Let’s Fly
Official: United Airlines Unveils “United Elevated” Cabins On 787-9
It’s official: United Airlines has unveiled its next-generation 787-9 cabins it calls United Elevated. The upgrade includes a brand new Polaris business class seat on future 787-9 deliveries, including a premium section within the cabin called United Polaris Studio that will offer additional space and amenities. United Elevated: A New...
TravelUpdate
Review: Ethiopian Airlines business class Addis Ababa to Kuala Lumpur
Ethiopian Airlines business class is called Cloud Nine. It evokes images of relaxation, rest and pampering which makes…
One Mile at a Time
Buy World Of Hyatt Points With 20% Bonus (2.17 Cents Per Point)
World of Hyatt has just launched its newest promotion on purchased points. While some promotion is better than no promotion, this is one of the weaker offers we’ve seen from the program in quite some time, and I think the acquisition cost here will be a bit too high for...
Wingtips
Manchester Airport’s Terminal 3 Finally Joins the 21st Century
Manchester Airport is getting the builders in again, and this time, it’s Terminal 3’s turn for a multimillion-pound… The post Manchester Airport’s Terminal 3 Finally Joins the 21st Century appeared first on Wingtips.
Altitude Yes
China to Lift Boeing Delivery Ban Amid Trade Deal
Bloomberg reports that China is lifting its ban on airlines taking deliveries of Boeing jets, which is good news for the manufacturer. The post China to Lift Boeing Delivery Ban Amid Trade Deal first appeared on Altitude Yes.
The Shutterwhale
From 15 May 2025: Use Your American Express Card for MRT and Bus Rides in Singapore
From 15 May 2025, Singapore commuters can tap their American Express cards for MRT and bus rides. No pre-registration, no added fees - just seamless rewards and convenience.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Loses Battle to Have Consumer Lawsuit Over Crowdstrike IT Meltdown Thrown Out Of Federal Court
Delta Air Lines has lost a battle to have a consumer lawsuit brought by disgruntled passengers impacted by the Crowdstike IT meltdown in July 2024 thrown out of federal court. A group of passengers who missed cruises and other important events after Delta canceled flights sued the airline in the...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: American Express Centurion Lounge Denver (DEN)
The American Express Centurion Lounge in Denver continues to be a good option, but crowding has hampered the experience. The post Review: American Express Centurion Lounge Denver (DEN) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Got in on that 100K offer? Here’s what to do next…
Thanks to its current 100,000 point welcome bonus offer (ending 9 AM EST on Thursday 5/15/2025), you or someone close to you probably has (or will soon get) a new Chase Sapphire Preferred card. Obviously, the first thing you should do is use the card enough to meet the spend...
You Are Travel
Here are the Two Properties I’m Most Intrigued With After Hyatt’s Integration of Standard Hotels 
Tl;dr – Last year, Hyatt acquired Standard International and is now set to incorporate all of the chain’s…
ATX Jetsetter
United Airlines is Preparing to Unveil its Next Generation Polaris Seat
United Airlines is preparing to unveil a new Polaris Business Class seat which will be installed on its Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The post United Airlines is Preparing to Unveil its Next Generation Polaris Seat appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
2PAXfly
TRAGEDY: MH17 downed by Russia rules ICAO
This is no surprise, but I thought it important to report on the blog for historical purposes. The United Nations agency that deals with international aviation, the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), has officially ruled today that Russia violated international aviation laws under the Chicago Convention. Background...
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines Delay Handling: Why So, So, So Terrible?!?!?
Folks, I’ve had quite the travel day on American. I’d like to think that I’m understanding of the complexity of airline operations, of how maintenance delays can happen, and of how unpredictable they can be.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Why Adults Younger Than 21 Years of Age Cannot Check In to Hotel Properties Alone
If you are between the ages of 18 and 20, you can serve in the military, you can vote, you might have some free time to travel, you might have some money, and you might even own a car — but at least one reason exists as to why adults...
Frequent Miler
Possible targeted 40K Membership Rewards points for referrals
Danny the Deal Guru at Miles to Memories reports that some American Express cardholders have been targeted with the ability to refer friends and earn 40,000 Amex Membership Rewards points when the person you refer gets approved for an American Express card. That’s an incredible bonus that would make for...
Travel With Grant
Discover It Credit Card $20 Statement Credit for Using Virtual Card on Google Chrome (Targeted Offer)
Discover It Credit Card users may receive a $20 statement credit for making a $200 virtual card purchase on Google Chrome, as per an email subject line: "Congrats, Grant: You have a $20 cash back offer". Check your email to see if you're eligible. The post Discover It Credit Card $20...
One Mile at a Time
Report: Newark Doomsday Scenario, With Zero Air Traffic Controllers Scheduled
My gosh. We know that the air traffic control situation at and around Newark International Airport (EWR) is currently a complete mess, as the airport is severely understaffed, all while air traffic controllers have suffered repeated full radio and radar outages. Well, the situation at the airport may be worse...
Your Mileage May Vary
Qatar Offering Trump a 747-8; Here’s A Peek at the Inside
When I visit one of my friends in PA next week, I’m bringing her a gift of a 20-year-old CD that I know she’ll love (long story as to why…