Travel Codex
Why I love National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is for those with the desire to explore the world on small ships in small groups and go beyond the typical cruise ports and destinations. With a dedicated fleet of expedition vessels, Lindblad goes both where the large ships do, but mostly far beyond. With National Geographic’s...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 1,500 Bonus Points: Link Your Marriott Bonvoy and Uber Accounts — Plus…
Marriott Bonvoy has officially collaborated in partnership with Uber since Spring of 2021, which allows Marriott Bonvoy members to earn points toward free nights at a minimum of 34 hotel brands in greater than 10,000 destinations worldwide when requesting select Uber rides and ordering food and groceries from eligible merchants...
View from the Wing
Most Miles And Points Valuations Are Wrong — Why All The Published Numbers Are Too High
Most miles and points valuations start from the same flawed premise: they measure how much travel a point can buy, then treat that number as if it were cash value. That massively overstates what points are actually worth, because points are less flexible than cash, carry devaluation risk, usually are...
Your Mileage May Vary
Worried About Hertz’s AI Damage Scanners? Where You Rent Matters Most
Renting from Hertz at a major airport may come with something new: AI-powered damage scanners. But if that concerns you, the real question isn’t whether to avoid Hertz—it’s where you…
Miles To Memories
Amex Making Platinum Card Changes, Removing Events With AmEx and Uber VIP
Amex will remove "Events with Amex", Uber VIP is also going away and will be replaced with Signature Support for Amex, and there are changes to lounge access which we already knew.
One Mile at a Time
Traveling With Kids Gives You A New Perspective On Hotels
Having kids changes everything in life, and that includes travel. I thought I was an expert on navigating airlines and hotels before we had kids, and then suddenly I felt like a complete newbie. The concept of just rolling up to the airport 45 minutes before departure with a carry-on...
Points Miles and Bling
National Bank Lounge YUL Closing for Renovation April 30
National Bank has announced that the lounge in Montreal will close for a full renovation on April 30, 2026 starting…
Hawaii Calling
Virtuoso Travel: A Guide To Exclusive Perks & Benefits
Top luxury hotels around the world, including many of the best luxury hotels on Oʻahu, are reserving premiere benefits and upgrades for travelers who book through select Virtuoso travel agencies and advising networks: Are you on their list? If you’re planning where to stay in Hawai’i and paying extra at...
The Bulkhead Seat
Uber Further Moves Into Luxury Travel With Planned Acquisition of Blacklane
Uber is continuing its push into the premium travel segment with plans to acquire…
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Adds Godiva Chocolate To First Class Service
United Airlines is adding a sweet new touch to its domestic first class service: Godiva chocolate. United Airlines Adds Godiva Chocolate To Domestic First Class The Belgian chocolatier, like United, is celebrating its 100-year anniversary and will be featured onboard throughout the month of April. Specifically, United says the chocolates...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Choice Privileges: Receive up to a 35% bonus when you buy points (Mar 30 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight is the next Choice Privileges buy points bonus where they are offering up to 35% extra on points purchases. Check out all of the new bonuses added today:
The Alviator
Review: Zleep Hotel Zürich-Kloten, Zurich Airport (ZRH)
A review of the Zleep Hotel at Zürich-Kloten, a very quick bus ride from the airport and a popular option for a shorter layover.
Miles To Memories
You Can Earn 7 Free Nights From Hyatt Brand Explorer Perk
One of my favorite perks of the World of Hyatt program is Hyatt Brand Eplorer. The brand explorer perk encourages you try all of the different hotel brands Hyatt has to often.
One Mile at a Time
Suspicious: Air Côte d’Ivoire Claims Airbus A330neo Was Vandalized In Paris
I don’t mean to be a skeptic, but the evidence presented doesn’t really seem to justify the narrative… though I’d love to be proven wrong, and I welcome other takes.
Points With a Crew
Chase Freedom Q1 2026 5% Bonus Categories (Last Days To Spend!)
Finally, it's time to activate your Chase Freedom Q1 2026 Bonus categories, and there are some good ones. You must activate before earning 5% cash back and ...
The Alviator
Review: Swiss Arrival Lounge, Zurich (ZRH)
Review Overview THE ALVIATOR'S VERDICT This is a brilliant arrival facility available to lots of passengers with morning…
Your Mileage May Vary
TSA Delays Were Rough—But These People Stepped Up to Help (Some Even Found Humor)
TSA delays during the shutdown were tough for both workers and travelers—but not all the stories were negative. There’s light at the end of the tunnel for TSA workers, who…
Miles To Memories
Check If Targeted For 75K NLL, Chase’s Horrible Systems Change, 22 New AI Resorts Bookable From 12K Hyatt & More
All of that plus Amex shutdown wave, all inclusive hotels come to Vegas (kinda), how I am burning my Bilt Cash and so much more.
View from the Wing
Flight Attendant Served Fake Sparkling Wine In First Class — And Claimed It Was American Airlines Policy
A passenger ordered sparkling wine in first class and says the flight attendant served fake bubbles instead. When the real thing ran out, she was reportedly given chardonnay mixed with sparkling water — and told this was American Airlines policy.
Frequent Miler
Get a 35% bonus when buying Choice points (buy points for 0.76 cpp)
Choice Privileges has launched its latest points sale. This latest deal gives a bonus of up to 35%, which means you can buy points for as low as 0.76 cents per point. That’s a slight increase over the price per point in recent sales, though it still could be a...
Pointalize
Round-The-World Award Fares
Discover how to book Round-The-World Award Fares in 2026. Learn the Cathay Pacific Oneworld chart rules and Aeroplan stopover tricks to maximize your miles.
One Mile at a Time
Uber Acquiring Blacklane, Bringing Chauffeur Service To Rideshare Giant
Uber has just announced an interesting acquisition, and I’m curious to see what the long term implications are…
Economy Class & Beyond
Bluebox Aviation Systems launches a partnership with Tigerair Taiwan
Bluebox Aviation Systems has announced a new partnership with Tigerair Taiwan to introduce a wireless in-flight entertainment experience on its aircraft. This will be deployed across the airline’s 17 Airbus A320 aircraft, allowing passengers to experience content in the sky. The deployment will be powered by Bluebox Wow, a battery-powered...
The Bulkhead Seat
Cathay Pacific’s Nonstop Flights Between Seattle and Hong Kong Restart Today
Back in September 2025, I wrote about Cathay Pacific bringing back a route to/from…
Miles To Memories
Massive $750 Best Ever Offers Return To Some US Bank Business Cards
There are a few best ever bonuses on US Bank business cards that have made their triumphant return. Get them while the getting is good!
Points Miles and Bling
Credit Card Welcome Bonuses in Canada Are Getting Worse
The trend in credit card sign-up bonuses in Canada is that they are less straightforward than they used to be.…
Economy Class & Beyond
Lumo unveils its first Class 222 in its house colours
Lumo is working hard in the background as it prepares its Stirling to London route launch, planned for Spring 2026. To this end, the train company has unveiled its first Class 222 Trainset in its house colours. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in...
One Mile at a Time
Buy Choice Privileges Points With 35% Bonus (0.76 Cents Each): Worth It?
Choice Privileges has launched its latest promotion on purchased points. Let’s take a look at everything you need to know about this deal, and talk about under what circumstances it makes sense to buy points. I generally recommend buying points only if you have a short term use in mind,...
Live and Let’s Fly
No Upgrade This Time: Spring Break To Europe On United, SWISS, SAS
We’re heading to Europe for Easter break on United Airlines, SWISS, and SAS thanks to a fabulous opportunity for my son and a perfect occasion to spend time with the German side of my family. Booked! Spring Break In Europe On United, SWISS, SAS While I like to be in...
Travel Codex
Cathay Pacific Restarts Seattle Service
Cathay Pacific is returning to Seattle, coming back to Seattle after ending service during Covid. The oneworld airline has confirmed it will resume nonstop flights between Hong Kong and Seattle beginning March 30, 2026. It’s great to see another route finally being restored. Cathay Pacific first launched in March 2019...
TravelUpdate
Review: Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam
Background and Location During my Amsterdam trip in the summer of 2025, I stayed two nights at the…
Miles To Memories
Fee Free Points Earning At Staples This Week With Mastercard Gift Card Sale
There is a new Staples Mastercard gift card deal that could be a way to rack up some fee free spend and some bonus points earning.