Economondo
Remembering when a Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 Flew to Mallorca: Palma to Frankfurt
Flying onboard a Lufthansa Jumbo Jet on a short haul flight from Palma de Mallorca to Frankfurt
2PAXfly
SCOOT: Disgusting passenger — feet on my armrest
I just had my first experience of SCOOT on a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Singapore. Besides all the falderal with option selection that you have to go through to complete or manage your booking, it was largely a pleasant and efficient experience. The exception was the behaviour of a...
{Tech} for Travel
New 44mm Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Joins Original 48mm Version
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro now comes in a smaller 44mm version, offering a titanium case, AMOLED display, offline maps, HYROX training modes and long battery life. The post New 44mm Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Joins Original 48mm Version appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Points With a Crew
You Should Stand Up As Soon As The Plane Lands (Like I do)
What? You just sit in your seat when the plane gets to the gate? Have I got a story for you...
{Tech} for Travel
Delta App 7.5 Enhances Travel Experience Ahead of Holiday Season
Delta App 7.5 update enhances its mobile app with improved trip management, travel insights, and faster in-app support ahead of the holiday season. The post Delta App 7.5 Enhances Travel Experience Ahead of Holiday Season appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economondo
Remembering Norse Atlantic’s First UK Flight: Oslo to London Gatwick on the Boeing 787
Come with me as I fly on Norse Atlantic's first ever service to the UK!
Frequent Miler
KLM A330-200 Business Class: Bottom Line Review
Earlier this year, my wife and I spent some time in East Africa after visiting a friend in the United Kingdom. We planned to begin in Rwanda, then move to Kenya, and finally end in Zanzibar. While there are many flights that link Europe to Kenya and Tanzania, there are...
Frequent Miler
Hyatt: End of year elite planning | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep329 | 10-24-25
As it nears the end of the year, it’s time to assess Hyatt elite progress. In today’s Frequent Miler on the air podcast episode, we’ll focus on how to bridge the gap to the next level of Hyatt status. But we’ll also talk about United & JetBlue tying their knot...
Economondo
Sampling Albania’s National Airline: Tirana to London Stansted on an Air Albania A320
Flying on an Air Albania Airbus A320 from Tirana to London Stansted
Miles To Memories
Flamingo’s Big Replacement, MGM’s Huge Rent, More Vegas AYCE, Penn & Teller Street + Landing on I-15
Flamingo's big replacement is announced, Caesars mistake rate follow up, more Vegas AYCE, Durango phase 2 look, Venetian/Hyatt account linking & how much does MGM pay for rent? The post Flamingo’s Big Replacement, MGM’s Huge Rent, More Vegas AYCE, Penn & Teller Street + Landing on I-15 appeared first on Miles...
{Tech} for Travel
JisuLife Ultra2 Portable Fan Review: Pocket Fan with a Power Twist
Jisulife Ultra2 Portable Fan Review: Jisulife’s new Ultra2 turns a simple fan into a travel-ready multitool, doubling as a flashlight and power bank for everyday and adventure use. The post JisuLife Ultra2 Portable Fan Review: Pocket Fan with a Power Twist appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: JetBlue A321 Mint Business Class [2025]
JetBlue continues to offer a consistent product in Mint Business Class with warm service and excellent food. My A321 journey from Los Angeles to Newark was not without issue, but flying JetBlue was once again a pleasure. JetBlue A321 Mint Business Class Review (LAX-EWR) I parked at Mark’s house in...
Miles For Family
Rare Transfer Bonus to Southwest Airlines!
Yesterday, Chase announced a 25% transfer bonus to Southwest Airlines. We haven’t seen this transfer bonus in 5 years! Details on Chase 25% Transfer Bonus to Southwest Airlines From October 23, 2025 through 11:59 PM ET November 6, 2025, get 25% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Southwest...
2PAXfly
Western Sydney International Airport: Ramps up testing ahead of 2026 Opening
Sydney’s long-awaited $6 billion second airport is officially entering its final approach. With about a year until opening, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport, or WSI, is deep into its operational readiness program. This phase is designed to test every system. Operation staff and procedures are flight-ready ahead of the...
Travel Points Playbook
Review: Brand New Southwest 787-MAX8 With New Interior
Yesterday I flew a 7-day old 737-MAX8 plane from St Lous to Las Vegas and got to check… The post Review: Brand New Southwest 787-MAX8 With New Interior appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
TravelUpdate
Bidvest Domestic lounge in Johannesburg
Bidvest Premier Lounge: I have written about how much I enjoyed the Bidvest International lounge at OR Tambo…
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Surprise Business Rewards Double Status Credits promotion
This is almost guaranteed to be the last opportunity to boost your status in the final weeks of 2025. With 10 weeks left until Christmas, Qantas has launched a surprising Double Status Credits (DSC) promotion, but only for members of its Business Rewards Program (QBR). How to qualify First up,...
Points Miles and Bling
American Airlines to Debut Airbus A321XLR with Flagship Suite® on JFK–LAX Route
American Airlines is introducing the Airbus A321XLR to its fleet, with the first scheduled flight on December 18, 2025, operating… The post American Airlines to Debut Airbus A321XLR with Flagship Suite® on JFK–LAX Route appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
{Tech} for Travel
TOZO Golden X1 Review: Small Earbuds, Huge Sound Performance
TOZO Golden X1 Review: Lightweight fit, 12mm dynamic driver, and LDAC audio deliver huge sound, deep bass, and all-day comfort in a compact design. The post TOZO Golden X1 Review: Small Earbuds, Huge Sound Performance appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Your Mileage May Vary
This New Hotel Tech Can Detect Smoking — But Can You Trust It?
Back in July, we wrote about how some hotels are using air-quality monitors to detect whether guests smoke or vape in their rooms—and automatically charge a fine if the sensors…
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada announces U.S flights from Billy Bishop YTZ
Air Canada has announced a significant expansion of its operations at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), introducing new daily… The post Air Canada announces U.S flights from Billy Bishop YTZ appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 557: Throwbacks and Future Treats
We're taking a look at historical aircraft production numbers and rehashing old stories, while also talking new orders, new Wi-Fi, and new types of inflight incidents.
Miles For Family
Approved or Denied: My Latest Credit Card Application
I’ve got some major expenses coming up–namely, my home insurance and property taxes. You know what that means: It’s time to sign up for a new credit card and get some bonus miles from paying these expenses! But which card? (See Beginner’s Guide: 7 Steps to Free Travel with Miles...
Economondo
Riding a Boeing 737 Classic Across the Adriatic: Forli to Tirana with Albawings
Flying on a Boeing 737 Classic from Forli to Tirana with Albanian low cost carrier Albawings
Josh Trips
Waldorf Astoria New York review: historic hotel with sophisticated luxury
I stayed at the newly-renovated Waldorf Astoria New York for 5 nights in mid-October and, as the hotel… The post Waldorf Astoria New York review: historic hotel with sophisticated luxury appeared first on Josh Trips.
Points Miles and Bling
Review: United First Class on Boeing 737 MAX Washington DC to Mexico City
Earlier in the year, I finally visited Mexico City, a destination that had long been on my radar. With unutilized… The post Review: United First Class on Boeing 737 MAX Washington DC to Mexico City appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
{Tech} for Travel
UGREEN NASync DH2300 Simplifies Travel Photo Backups
Turn your home NAS into a travel-ready hub with the UGREEN NASync DH2300. Store, protect, and access your files safely from anywhere in the world. The post UGREEN NASync DH2300 Simplifies Travel Photo Backups appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
TravelUpdate
Review: JetBlue Mint to Puerto Rico (New York to San Juan)
Background and Booking For the Fourth of July, a friend and I wanted to have a nice little…
Frequent Miler
AA’s disappointing $350 Globe card | Coffee Break Ep74 | 10-21-25
Citi is out with a new mid-tier card called the AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® with a $350 annual fee. We expected a lot from this card, but found it ultimately disappointing. AA’s disappointing $350 Globe card Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click...
You Are Travel
Half-Asleep Spirit Airlines Passenger Lights Up Cigarette and Starts Smoking Mid-Flight [VIDEO]
tl;dr – Light him up that cigarette and he’ll strap shoes on his feet. Recently, on a Spirit… The post Half-Asleep Spirit Airlines Passenger Lights Up Cigarette and Starts Smoking Mid-Flight [VIDEO] appeared first on You Are Travel.
You Are Travel
‘Zootopia’ Fan? China Airlines Has Something Just for You!
tl;dr – The Taiwan-based carrier has some new Disney-themed livery on one of its aircraft. As promotional marketing… The post ‘Zootopia’ Fan? China Airlines Has Something Just for You! appeared first on You Are Travel.
Points Miles and Bling
Review: VIP Lounge Costa Rica at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
VIP Lounge Costa Rica – Location and Access After a spectacular stay at the Hilton San Jose La Sabana (review),… The post Review: VIP Lounge Costa Rica at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.