Traveling For Miles
Summer Eurostar premium cabin sale offering 50% off select bookings (for 2+ travelers)
Eurostar is currently running what looks to be a very nice premium cabin summer sale for travel between the UK, France and Belgium which could be useful for families, couples and groups of 2 or more people traveling in late July or in August 2025.
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A Frequent Flyer’s Guide to Family Seating in Basic Economy
Basic Economy fares can be tricky for families trying to sit together, but with careful planning, you can avoid separation headaches. Learn how to navigate airline policies, book effectively, and use early check-ins to your advantage for a smoother experience.
Traveling For Miles
Get up to 25% off with Hyatt in Europe, the Middle East & Africa
Just as we were wondering if Hyatt had forgotten that summer is a traditional time to launch a few deals, the hotel chain has published a new offer in which World of Hyatt members can save up to 25% off the standard rate for stays made in Europe, the Middle...
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Maximizing Points for a Busy July 4th Getaway
With over 72 million Americans expected to travel for Independence Day in 2025, planning ahead is crucial to secure the best deals on flights, hotels, and rental cars. Discover how to use points and miles effectively to navigate this busy travel period and uncover savings.
Miles For Family
Emirates Transfer Devaluation, Marriott Flash Transfer Bonus and More
Happy Independence Day! I hope you all are able to relax and enjoy the holiday. Amex Membership Rewards Devalues Emirates Skywards Transfer Ratio: Both Citi and Amex have decreased the transfer ratio to Emirates. Will Chase and Capital One follow suit? See this post on One Mile at a Time. ...
2PAXfly
APPLE I0S 26: New captive WiFi feature makes it easier to log in across devices
Logging in at hotels using your name and room number via a web portal can be a pain in the arse. Mainly because Apple’s shared password across devices feature doesn’t work for these ‘captive WiFi networks’. The new iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 add a feature to iPhones and iPads...
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Sky-High July 4 Travel at LAX, O’Hare & More
The July 4 holiday in 2025 is set to break travel records, with up to 72.2 million Americans on the move, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Airports like LAX and O'Hare brace for massive crowds, while road trips remain a popular choice due to flexible travel options.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Zebras in Kenya: A Photographic Essay.
There is no mistaking those distinctive striped equids known as zebras, which abound plentiful in Kenya — especially in the Masai Mara National Reserve, where I went on safari earlier this year.
Zebras tend to be...
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2PAXfly
POWER BANKS: Chinese airlines place snap ban, leaving flyers confused
Electronics seem to get a rough time from airlines. Recently, power banks, in particular, have been banned or are subject to tight restrictions on where they can be carried. ET is reporting that a snap ban has been imposed by some Chinese airlines. Snap ban leaves travellers power-less Airports in...
Hawaii Calling
10 Best Loco Moco Spots In Waikiki, Oahu | A Foodies Guide (2025)
I have eaten the Loco Mocos at Every. Single. One. of these spots. The video below goes into even more detail but the dedication to my work knows no bounds 🙂 I spent a summer searching for the best Loco Moco spots in Waikiki and enjoyed every minute of it....
Traveling For Miles
Flash sale: Up to 55% of select IHG Iberostar properties (+17% cash back)
IHG is currently running a flash sale for bookings at select Iberostar resorts and while you only have until tomorrow (4 July 2025) to make a booking, the fact that this sale should be stackable with a 17% cash back deal makes this a sale that's worth considering.
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EXPLAINER Why QANTAS chose the just delivered first Airbus A321XLR
Yesterday saw the delivery of VH-OGA Great Ocean Road, flying from the Airbus facility in Hamburg, Germany, to Sydney, the first of an expected fleet of 28 Qantas has on order. That first aircraft is a few months late, given its original April 2025 schedule Qantas has chosen the Airbus A321XLR...
Traveling For Miles
Reminder: Hilton is offering up to 20% off in its Europe, Africa & Middle East sale
With the recently ended IHG sale offering savings of between 30% and 40% at properties around the globe, we were hoping to see similarly generous discounts offered by some of the other major players. Hilton, apparently, doesn't want to play ball as the sale that it's currently running for properties...
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Travel Insurance Essentials for Frequent Flyers
Frequent flyers face unique travel challenges, from last-minute cancellations to medical emergencies, making travel insurance a crucial safety net. Discover how comprehensive coverage can protect your investments and provide peace of mind on your global adventures.
No Work All Travel
Flight Review: Greater Bay Airlines, Hong Kong to Osaka Kansai
Although I tend to prioritize flights from which I could accrue miles, occasionally the rare hat trick of new airline (i.e. one I haven’t yet flown) + convenient times + competitive price manifests. As you probably guessed, this time the hat trick was performed by Hong Kong-based Greater Bay Airlines....
Traveling For Miles
Get up to 20% back on select Alaska Airlines spending with this Amex offer [Targeted]
Today has seen American Express launch a new targeted offer for Alaska Airlines spending in which select cardholders can earn a discount of $60 on just $300 of spending. Given how widely available this offer appears to be, this should be one of those deals that a lot of people...
Miles For Family
Japan vs. China: A Tale of Two Toilets
On my recent trip to Asia, my daughter and I flew to China after spending 10 days in Japan. Shortly after arrival, we were in culture shock because there were so many things that were different between the two countries. One of the biggest differences that I didn’t pay attention...
The Shutterwhale
American Express Cards Now Accepted on Singapore Public Transport – Get S$3 Back on Every S$6 Transit Spend!
American Express is now accepted for public transport fares on Singapore’s
MRT and buses. From 3-31 July 2025, eligible cardholders can register for
an Amex Offer to receive S$3 back on every S$6 spent on transit fares, up
to five times per registered card.
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12 Essential Travel Apps for Smooth Summer Trips
Discover 12 essential travel apps that can transform your summer trips into seamless adventures, from booking flights and accommodations to managing itineraries and exploring new destinations. Unlock the potential of these digital tools to simplify your journey and maximize travel enjoyment.
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Cyber attack exposes data of 6 million customers, including me!
Australia’s largest airline, Qantas, is the victim of a major data breach that could potentially affect 6 million customers. The cyberattack, disclosed on July 2, 2025, involved criminals infiltrating a third-party supplier, reported to be SalesForce by the AFR and accessing customer records. Personal details, including names, email addresses, phone...
Points Miles and Bling
Earn up to 50,000 Scene+ points and FYF with Scotiabank Gold American Express Card
Scotiabank has released its richest offer for the Scotiabank Gold American Express Card, where new cardmembers can earn up to…
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Miles For Family
Dormy Inn Shibuya Jingumae Hot Spring in Tokyo: Practical, Not Fancy
This is a continuation of my Japan/China trip report. See also Back from China and Japan Trip! 5 Takeaways, Worth it: JAL Premium Economy Award Seats, Better Than Expected: AA Premium Economy Shanghai PVG to DFW, Hits and Misses from our day at Tokyo DisneySea, Take this Line and Shove...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
My Visit to Gellért Hill and Citadella in Budapest
I walked on the north pedestrian walkway of Erzsébet híd — also known as Elisabeth Bridge in English, which is named after Elisabeth of Bavaria — across the Danube River from Pest to Buda during a beautiful but albeit somewhat cloudy autumn day to approach the Gellért Hill and Citadella...
Frequent Miler
Chase Points Boosts explained & evaluated | Coffee Break Ep61 | 7-1-25
What are “Chase points boosts”? In this episode, we’ll explain and evaluate this new feature for hotel and flight bookings through Chase Travel℠. Coffee Break: Chase Points Boosts explained & evaluated Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...
