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…
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: A Monday Morning Adventure around Chicago – Springtime Transatlantic Adventures
Springtime Transatlantic Adventures A Monday Morning Adventure around Chicago In this Adventure So, 80 more Tier Points. Always demanding more, British Airways… To the joy of Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 with FlixBus British Airways Galleries South Lounge and T5B Lounge British Airways BA295 London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare in World...
The Bulkhead Seat
T’way Air Will Launch Flights Between Seoul (Incheon) and Vancouver
T’way Air is a South Korean low-cost carrier based in Seoul. It updated its… The post T’way Air Will Launch Flights Between Seoul (Incheon) and Vancouver appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Leaked: United’s New Business Class Seat Spotted Ahead of Tomorrow’s Big Reveal—And It Looks Just Like American’s
Three weeks ago I told you that United Airlines would announce its new business class suite in early May. They have a customer event in Brooklyn tomorrow as well as a media preview for the new seat. And the airline has been teasing their reveal on social media. But photos...
Frequent Miler
Book Emirates first class with Qantas or Air Canada miles
Over the weekend, we reported that beginning today (May 12, 2025), Emirates would only allow members with Emirates Skywards elite status to book Emirates first class awards using Emirates Skywards miles. At the time, I wondered what this would mean for redemptions through Air Canada Aeroplan and Qantas, both of...
The Bulkhead Seat
Park Hyatt Johannesburg Finally Taking Reservations for August 1st
Last November, I wrote about the Park Hyatt Johannesburg and its plans to open in… The post Park Hyatt Johannesburg Finally Taking Reservations for August 1st appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
You Are Travel
Hyatt Makes Changes to Its Terms of Service – Limits the Receiving of Awards to Ten Per Year
Tl;dr – Hyatt recently updated its terms of service limiting members to receiving ten awards as gifts each…
One Mile at a Time
New United Polaris Business Class Seats Leaked: What To Expect
Tomorrow is a big day for United Airlines, as the Chicago-based carrier is expected to officially unveil its new Polaris business class seats. However, the first pictures have just leaked ahead of the reveal.
You Are Travel
American Airlines Limits Award Holds to 24 Hours
Tl;dr – American Airlines updated its policy for holding award fares, decreasing the time allotted for holds from…
Live and Let’s Fly
Tuscan Caprese Burger On United Airlines
On my flight home from Chicago, I tried the Tuscan Caprese Burger on the United Airlines Bistro On Board menu, another example of crowd-pleasing comfort food. Taste Test: Tuscan Caprese Burger From United Airlines Bistro On Board Menu The $11 cheeseburger, available on flights over 1,190 miles departing between 10:00...
Eye of the Flyer
WATCH: Stunt Pilot Lands Plane on a Small Pier!
I love it when people think out of the box and repurpose sites for creative events. For example, the National Hockey League’s Stadium Series brings hockey games to outdoor football and baseball stadiums. (A game was even played at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium!) Major League Baseball’s Field of Dreams event...
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines Employee To Me: “I Know How To Do My Job”
Id like to think that I have reasonable expectations of customer service when flying with American (it has been my go-to airline for nearly 15 years), but even this caught me off guard
Points With a Crew
What Should You Do If You Check In And Your Room Hasn’t Been Cleaned?
What to do if your hotel room hasn't been cleaned when you walk into the room? I had a recent dirty room experience and solved it by ...
Altitude Yes
Hawaiian & Alaska’s Seattle to Tokyo Route is Another Reflection of the Weak Japanese Yen
Macroeconomic policies from both Japan and the U.S. have changed the landscape of transpacific international travel over the past several years, and this new Seattle to Tokyo route by Alaska/Hawaiian reflects that. The post Hawaiian & Alaska’s Seattle to Tokyo Route is Another Reflection of the Weak Japanese Yen first appeared...
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Cruising to Mexico? Get Ready to Pay More
Like many other countries, Mexico has had a fee for visitors to enter for years. However, there were several loopholes that stopped the fee – which runs about $35 or…
Miles To Memories
SoFi Checking & Savings, $675 Bonus and 3.80% APY
SoFi is now offering up to 3.80% APY for its SoFi Checking & Savings account, plus you can get a bonus of $675 as a new member. The post SoFi Checking & Savings, $675 Bonus and 3.80% APY appeared first on Miles to Memories.
ATX Jetsetter
Emirates Restricts First Class Awards to Skywards Elite Members
Emirates has restricted First Class awards to Platinum, Gold, and Silver elite members of its Skywards loyalty program. The post Emirates Restricts First Class Awards to Skywards Elite Members appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
View from the Wing
Running To The Gate? American Airlines Just Started Holding Flights—So You Don’t Miss Your Connection
American Airlines is testing a customer-friendly move to hold connecting flights for delayed passengers, when doing so won't cause problems for the operation. This effort is underway as of today at Dallas - Fort Worth airport, and if all goes well it'll be expanded. Here's what's been shared internally...
One Mile at a Time
American Starts Holding More Flights To Prevent Misconnects
American Airlines is trialing some new technology, and I think this is something that many passengers will appreciate…
The Bulkhead Seat
United is Holding an Event in Brooklyn Tomorrow. Will We See the Next Polaris® Cabin?
United Airlines is holding an event tomorrow night in Brooklyn, NY. It offered tickets… The post United is Holding an Event in Brooklyn Tomorrow. Will We See the Next Polaris® Cabin? appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Amex Cardholders Can Now Earn Up to 40K Points Per Referral [YMMV]
American Express has a great referral system. You can refer people to almost any American Express credit card from most cards, and you can net some sweet referral bonuses as wel The post Amex Cardholders Can Now Earn Up to 40K Points Per Referral [YMMV] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
{Tech} for Travel
Fly Delta App Version 7 Update Introduces SkyMiles Perks
Delta's latest update brings the Fly Delta App new SkyMiles features, flight alerts, and self-rebooking just in time for summer travel. The post Fly Delta App Version 7 Update Introduces SkyMiles Perks appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn 4x points for stays at 65 new and renovated Accor Hotels Worldwide
The latest set of Accor’s 4x ALL Rewards points offers for stays at their new and renovated hotels became available today. There are 65 locations to choose from in Asia Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, South America, and the United States The 4x points offer: Earn 4x ALL Rewards...
View from the Wing
Former United Exec Mysteriously Dies In Mexico After ‘Routine’ Procedure—Then Airline Legend Gordon Bethune Ordered Her Cremated Over Family’s Objection
Ex-Braniff and Boeing executive Gordon Bethune became famous in aviation for turning around Continental Airlines. He's now 83 years old and suffering from Parkinson's disease. Bethune recently traveled to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with his partner Jessica Rossman, a Houston attorney and former Continental and United Airlines executive who is 27...
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I May Have Made a Huge Mistake Trying to Get the 100K Sapphire Preferred Sign-Up Offer
If you hadn’t heard, there’s a great sign-up offer going on for the Chase Sapphire Preferred. Since April 3, Chase has offered 100,000 bonus points for spending $5,000 in the…
One Mile at a Time
New United Polaris Business Class Reveal Tomorrow: What Can We Expect?
Tomorrow is a big day for United Airlines, as the Chicago-based carrier is expected to reveal its new Polaris business class seats.
Miles To Memories
American Airlines Status Match with Improved Offer for JetBlue Mosaic Members
American Airlines has a new status match offer, which is better than usual for Southwest Rapid Rewards, and JetBlue TrueBlue members. The post American Airlines Status Match with Improved Offer for JetBlue Mosaic Members appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Maximize Your Miles: Master the Two-Card Strategy Every Smart Traveler Uses
Maximizing credit card rewards requires a strategic two-card approach, focusing on cards that offer more than one point per dollar on spending and allow point combining across different reward programs. Continue reading Maximize Your Miles: Master the Two-Card Strategy Every Smart Traveler Uses...