Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 Business Class
After an unexpected upgrade, I enjoyed a restful overnight journey from London to Addis Ababa on an Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 in “Cloud 9” business class. Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 Business Class Review (LHR-ADD) You can read about my operational upgrade here. Boarding commenced at 8:00 pm, one hour prior to departure....
Economondo
Crossing the Aegean with Aegean: Thessaloniki to Rhodes on an Airbus A320
Flying on Greece's national carrier Aegean Airlines from Thessaloniki to Rhodes
Points Miles and Bling
Review: 13+ Hours in Qatar Airways Al Safwa First Lounge (2025)
A few years ago, I had the chance to visit the Al Safwa First Lounge in Doha’s Hamad International Airport… The post Review: 13+ Hours in Qatar Airways Al Safwa First Lounge (2025) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
{Tech} for Travel
British Airways Wi-Fi to Be Free for All with Starlink
British Airways Wi-Fi will be free for all passengers from 2026, powered by Starlink as part of the airline’s £7bn transformation programme. The post British Airways Wi-Fi to Be Free for All with Starlink appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
The Points of Life
Hyatt Centric Philadelphia: The Softer Side of Philly
I have been told I am mean. I have been told that people from Philadelphia are mean. Both statements can be true and false depending on the situation. If the staff of the Hyatt Centric Philadelphia and the businesses surrounding it are representative of Philadelphians, I would say that Philly...
Miles For Family
Goodbye SeatGuru, Goodbye Wyndham/Vacasa Partnership and More
Lots of miles and points news this week! Goodbye To SeatGuru, Here Are Alternate Options For Airline Seat Recommendations: I’m bummed about SeatGuru going away! Even though it hadn’t been updated in years, I found the seat reviews very useful. See this post on Dan’s Deals. Wyndham Confirms Its Vacasa...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Copies Virgin Australia with ‘Economy Plus’ for more leg room
Qantas has announced its newest cabin product, Economy Plus to be launched in February 2026. The product, which provides four extra inches, increases the seat pitch at the front of the economy section from 30 to 34 inches. It means Qantas is going to sacrifice, say, a row of capacity...
Sam Chui
Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways Order New Boeing Jets
Boeing has announced new aircraft orders from three Central Asian airlines, Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways.  All three announcements were made during the C5+1 Summit, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the diplomatic platform linking the United States with the five Central Asian nations. Uzbekistan Airways Expands 787 Dreamliner...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: The Centurion® Lounge by American Express (CLT)
I’ve been to many of The Centurion® Lounge by American Express locations around the… The post Lounge Review: The Centurion® Lounge by American Express (CLT) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 559: Messy at the Border
Does Mexico City really need more than one airport? Plus, unexpected lounge operators, Connect again, and some lawsuit hijinks.
TravelUpdate
Why can I not buy snacks when flying over half the country ?
I was flying from Orlando to Dallas on AA and I thought ‘This would be a nice time…
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Project Sunrise aircraft finally takes shape — again
Remember when Qantas first floated the idea of flying non-stop from Sydney to London back in 2017? We’ve had multiple CEOs, a pandemic, a federal inquiry, and at least one mid-air Wi-Fi trial since then. But here we are, November 2025, and Qantas’ first Project Sunrise A350-1000ULR is finally being...
Traveling For Miles
Earn 3,000 bonus points per night with Hyatt Vacation Club [Capped]
The Hyatt Vacation Club may not cover very many properties, but if there happens to be one in a location that you're planning to visit in the next few months, the latest Hyatt promotion may tempt you to see what the Vacation Club has to offer. The post Earn 3,000 bonus...
Live from a Lounge
Air France-KLM’ Flying Blue Loyalty Programme offering Status Match (including in India)
Flying Blue is offering a paid Status Match across various geographies, including India and the UAE. And you can match Platinum Status. Here are the details. The post Air France-KLM’ Flying Blue Loyalty Programme offering Status Match (including in India) appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
2PAXfly
QANTAS LOUNGES: Auckland opens while Sydney International Business closes for 12 month plus redesign
In Australian federal politics, this time of year is known as the ‘Killing Season‘. For Qantas, this appears to be the ‘Lounge Makeover Season’. It’s a busy end of the year for Qantas lounge obsessives. As the airline’s new Auckland International Lounge prepares to open just in time for Christmas,...
Economondo
Fifth Freedom on Singaporean Scoot: Berlin to Athens on a Dreamliner
Flying Singaporean low cost carrier Scoot on a fifth freedom service between Berlin and Athens
Your Mileage May Vary
What My Data Was Worth in the Facebook Settlement
I always assumed my online privacy had value — not priceless, but at least worth more than “loose change found in couch cushions.” After all, Facebook tracked everything: the photos…
{Tech} for Travel
REDMAGIC 11 Pro Performance Boosted by Snapdragon 8 Elite
Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the REDMAGIC 11 Pro smartphone introduces AquaCore cooling, a 7,500 mAh battery, and advanced gaming features for elite players. The post REDMAGIC 11 Pro Performance Boosted by Snapdragon 8 Elite appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Points Miles and Bling
Now Open – Air Canada Café in Vancouver (YVR) Domestic Terminal
The premium grab-and-go concept is now available on the West Coast, with Air Canada announcing the opening of a new… The post Now Open – Air Canada Café in Vancouver (YVR) Domestic Terminal appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Lufthansa Lounge London Heathrow (LHR)
The Lufthansa Lounge in London Heathrow is functional and practical for Star Alliance flyers departing from Terminal 2A and had a surprise that made me laugh out loud. Lufthansa Lounge London Review (LHR) During my long day in T2, my friend and I made our way from the United Club...
TravelUpdate
Review: Delta One Lounge New York JFK
Background & Access I was flying Upper Class on Virgin Atlantic from New York to London, and was…
Miles For Family
Exploring the Towns Around Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
On my recent trip to Guatemala with my daughter, we spent 3 nights at a gorgeous Airbnb on the shore of Lake Atitlán (see this post). We had the chance to explore 6 of the 11 small towns that surround the lake by hopping on the public boats. Panajachel (“Pana”)...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Global Services Lounge London (LHR)
I spent most of my London layover in the so-called “Global Services” section of the United Club, which (eventually) will no longer be a separate section but instead merged into the rest of the lounge. If you visit today, you’ll see that “Big Ben” has been removed from the wall...
Sam Chui
UPS MD-11 Crashes Near Louisville Airport
On November 4, 2025, a UPS McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky.  The MD-11 with registered N259UP, was operating UPS Flight 2976 to Honolulu, Hawaii, when the accident occurred. Three crew members were on board at the time of...
Frequent Miler
End of Year Marriott elite plans | Coffee Break Ep76 | 11-4-25
You have until the end of the year to earn the number of elite nights required for the elite level you’re aiming for, so it’s time to start thinking strategically! End of Year Marriott elite plans Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can...
Miles To Memories
I Don’t Miss What I Never Cared About
Our captivating points and travel hobby primarily focuses on taking action, but I think it's just as much about what we don't do. The post I Don’t Miss What I Never Cared About appeared first on Miles to Memories.
{Tech} for Travel
Rolling Square inCharge Life revealed with lifetime cable promise
Modular charging from Rolling Square inCharge Life arrives with a lifetime guarantee and six USB-C cable lengths designed for travel, desk, and home use. The post Rolling Square inCharge Life revealed with lifetime cable promise appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Miles To Memories
Terrible Vegas Numbers, TI Pirate Battle Returns, Criss Angel’s Big Show & Reinventing El Cortez!
Ti's pirate battle set to return, Vegas numbers for September were really bad, the Cybertruck police fleet has arrived, El Cortez reinvention, Ellis Island expansion problems & state of the art showers! The post Terrible Vegas Numbers, TI Pirate Battle Returns, Criss Angel’s Big Show & Reinventing El Cortez! appeared first...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Provisions by Admirals Club℠ (CLT – Gate A1)
I first wrote about the Provisions by Admirals Club℠ back in August when it… The post Lounge Review: Provisions by Admirals Club℠ (CLT – Gate A1) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points Miles and Bling
United Airlines Launches a MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card – a throwback move!
In a bold and somewhat nostalgic move, United Airlines has re-entered the debit rewards space, a segment that virtually disappeared… The post United Airlines Launches a MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card – a throwback move! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge London (LHR)
Whenever I am connecting in London Heathrow Terminal 2, my first stop is always the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge thanks to one amenity that none of the other lounges in Terminal 2 offer… Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge London (LHR) That amenity is barista-made coffee…typically, if I’m flying in...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Club London (LHR)
The United Club London is my favorite United Club in the system, with great staff, great food, and a beautiful design. United Club London Heathrow (LHR) Review I do love the new United Club in Newark, a sprawling lounge with barista-made coffee, a wide food selection, and views of the...