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QANTAS: High Fashion at 35,000 Feet — Rebecca Vallance to design new Uniforms
The last uniform refresh by Martin Grant was more than 10 years ago, in 2013. Today, Qantas announced that Australian designer Rebecca Vallance joins the esteemed company of Emilio Pucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Peter Morissey, amongst others in designing new Qantas uniforms. After a ‘competitive pitch process’ (I’m picturing a...
Wild About Travel
I have now flown into Airport #293: Outback Town -Which Airport will be 300th?
I just flew into and out of my 293rd airport: ISA which serves the remote Australian outback town of Mt Isa. I travelled from Brisbane about two hours on Qantas) and back with Virgin Australia. The landing and take off gave excellent views of the town! There are also hops from...
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QANTAS: Double Status Credits promotion now counts for Lifetime Status
In its latest Double Status Credits and Points promotion, named ‘twice as rewarding’, Qantas made a small but significant change in the terms and conditions. Unlike in other promotions, it disqualified the additional status credits earned from being counted towards Lifetime Status. In reversing this decision, Qantas has now affirmed that...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Earnings up 28% on full years earnings
Australia’s second airline, Virgin Australia occupying 34% of the market, re-listed on the Australia Stock Market (ASX) on June of this year. In its first public reporting of its full years earnings, it recorded an increase of 28% to $664.4 million. It also predicts a rosy future for increased revenues...
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Economy Class & Beyond
JetBlue Becomes the First Airline for Amazon’s Project Kuiper
JetBlue is pushing forward with its FlyFi project, with the announcement that it is the first airline in the world to sign on with Amazon’s Project Kuiper. Project Kuiper is a Low Earth Orbit satellite broadband network. It is akin to the OneWeb network and SpaceX’s Starlink network. It will be branded...
The Bulkhead Seat
United Will Resume Flights to Tel Aviv From Both Chicago and Washington DC
United Airlines announced today that it will be resuming service between both Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) on November 1st and 2nd, respectively. United Airlines resumed flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) as of the week...
Your Mileage May Vary
What Happens If You Cancel a Hotel Reservation at the Last Minute
When it comes to travel, one thing you can always count on is that unforeseen circumstances will eventually disrupt your plans. Whether it’s due to unexpected events, weather, or personal reasons, there may come a time when you need to cancel your travel arrangements. Even if you haven’t made any...
Miles To Memories
JetBlue Picks Amazon’s Project Kuiper for Faster, Free Wi-Fi
JetBlue Picks Amazon’s Project Kuiper for Faster, Free Wi-Fi JetBlue revealed today a new partnership with Amazon that will bring even faster and more reliable connectivity to its onboard Wi-Fi known as Fly-Fi. JetBlue is the first airline with plans to bring Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite internet network to its commercial airline...
View from the Wing
San Francisco Rewards Public Housing Squatters With $5,000 Airbnb Gift Cards—So They Can Squat In Private Homes Instead. Now They’re Demanding Even More.
The San Francisco Housing Authority is offering people $5,000 Airbnb gift cards to leave public housing and squat in private homes instead. The San Francisco Housing Authority wants to evict dozens of people squatting in public housing planned for demolition. But it’s almost impossible to do that in...
The Alviator
Cathay Pacific’s Aria Suite: My First Impressions
Hello from Hong Kong! I’m fresh off a flight from London to Hong Kong in Cathay Pacific’s new Aria Suite, which is how they’ve branded their new business class seat. After introducing this product in 2023, Cathay Pacific started flying the Aria Suite last year, and currently flies it to...
One Mile at a Time
China Southern Selling Boeing 787 Fleet In Online Auction: Any Takers?
If you’re in the market for some pre-enjoyed Dreamliners, this auction is for you, as reported by FlightGlobal…China Southern wants to dump fleet of 10 Boeing 787-8sChina’s largest airline, China Southern, has a massive fleet of nearly 700 jets. For quite some time, the airline has been trying to sell...
Frequent Miler
Hyatt promo: Earn up to 20K bonus points on stays at Hyatt Regency properties in the US
World of Hyatt launched a new promotion the other day, awarding double points on stays in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. In that post, I lamented the fact that while this was good for people booking stays in those regions, it was disappointing that it wasn’t valid for stays...
ATX Jetsetter
Southwest is Introducing Free Wi-Fi for Rapid Rewards Members
While this doesn’t come as much of a surprise, Southwest Airlines is introducing free Wi-Fi for Rapid Rewards members in partnership with T-Mobile. Southwest Introduces Free Wi-Fi Onboard Southwest Airlines announced today that, in partnership with T-Mobile, it will introduce free Wi-Fi onboard for Rapid Rewards members. The partnership goes into...
Economy Class & Beyond
Austrian Airlines to test “Dubai Deal” – a “lean” experiance to Dubai
It seems that Austrian Airlines is trying new ways to deploy its fleet, with it planning to send an Airbus A320neo to Dubai, whilst offering discounted seating. So what’s the catch? Let’s dive in. Between December 2025 through March 2026, Austrian Airlines will test a new product: the “Dubai Deal.” The service...
ATX Jetsetter
JetBlue Selects Amazon’s Project Kuiper for Inflight Wi-Fi
JetBlue announced today that it is becoming the first airline in the world to sign on with Amazon’s Project Kuiper as its onboard Wi-Fi provider. The advanced, low-orbit satellite network is expected to bring faster and more reliable speeds to the carrier’s onboard Wi-Fi offering, known as Fly-Fi. Project Kuiper...
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Idiotic American Airlines Passenger Tells Flight Attendant To “Shut Up” During Safety Briefing, Forcing Plane To Return To Gate
A passenger who rudely defied flight attendant instructions and constantly interrupted the safety video was booted from his American Airlines flight. Who tells a flight attendant to “shut up” while she is performing the safety briefing? Passenger Tells Flight Attendant To “Shut Up” During Safety Demo, Forcing American Airlines Plane Returns...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Becomes Largest US Airline to Offer Free WiFi Across Entire Fleet
Southwest Airlines will launch free in-flight Wi-Fi for all passengers signed up to its Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program, beginning October 24, thanks to a sponsorship deal with T-Mobile, the Dallas-based carrier announced on Thursday. The deal makes Southwest the largest domestic carrier in the United States to offer free Wi-Fi...
One Mile at a Time
Southwest Airlines Plans Free Wi-Fi For Rapid Rewards Members!
Southwest Airlines has just announced plans to permanently offer free Wi-Fi, which sure is an exciting development. However, there’s a bit of a catch. Southwest will offer free Wi-Fi as of October 24, 2025 As of October 24, 2025, Southwest Airlines will begin offering unlimited free Wi-Fi for all Rapid Rewards members,...
The Bulkhead Seat
W New York – Union Square Unveils $100 Million Transformation
W Hotels, has officially unveiled the impressive renovation of the W New York – Union Square. This transformation cost $100 million and will serve as a template for the design in other W Hotels. The historic 256-room landmark needed a change and its renovation sets it up for a new...
One Mile at a Time
Cool/Ouch: Alaska Airlines Plans Iceland Flights With Boeing 737 MAX
Alaska Air Group is undergoing a major transformation, turning Seattle-Tacoma into a global hub, with plans to launch a dozen long haul routes by 2030. So far, the airline has added Tokyo Narita (NRT) flights, with Seoul Incheon (ICN) flights launching shortly, and London Heathrow (LHR) flights and Rome (FCO) flights...
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest and T-Mobile Announce Free Unlimited Inflight Wi-Fi for Rapid Rewards® Members
Southwest Airlines and T-Mobile announced today that they will deliver free, unlimited inflight Wi-Fi to all Southwest Rapid Rewards® members starting on October 24th. The collaboration marks the first time the two brands have teamed up to keep travelers connected from takeoff to landing on a complimentary basis. With a fleet...
View from the Wing
The Worst CEO Legacy In Airline History: Doug Parker’s Promise That Collapsed Into Bailouts, Furloughs, and Shattered Passenger Experience
McKinsey hosted former American Airlines Chairman and CEO Doug Parker for a podcast on “leadership lessons” and maybe it just tells you all you need to know about the pablum that comes out of an increasingly irrelevant McKinsey in the AI era but I found it interesting because of the...
Miles For Family
Two Nights on Miyajima Island
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...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 550: Chapter 22 – A New Hope
Spirit Airlines is back in bankruptcy court, once again planning a restructuring in hopes of finding profitability. Can it shrink to success?? Also in this episode: Korean’s Boeing “Order” Qantas plans more A321XLRs Brussels Airlines A320neo boost BUR New Terminal Southwest to SXM For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including: Lufthansa finally gets the Allegris...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
JetBlue Snubs Starlink for Amazon’s Project Kuiper in Major Satellite WiFi Win
JetBlue has just signed up to become the launch airline for Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite Wi-Fi service – a rival service to Starlink, with both companies using their own ‘constellations’ of low-earth orbiting satellites to provide lightning-fast internet to nearly every corner of the globe. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is, however,...
Frequent Miler
Amazon Amex Offer: Spend $150 & earn 1,200 bonus Membership Rewards (limit 3, targeted)
A new, targeted Amazon Amex Offer appeared a couple of days ago. This latest offer is awarding 1,200 bonus Membership Rewards after spending $150 or more on Amazon purchases through October 25 and can be redeemed up to three times for each card it’s on. The Deal Spend $150+ in one or...
Live and Let’s Fly
SWISS Upgrades Service In First And Business Class
SWISS is rolling out a major refresh to its premium cabin service, with updated dining concepts in both First and Business Class that move away from the tray model toward a plated, restaurant-style presentation. SWISS Unveils New Inflight Service In First & Business Class The airline is calling this its most comprehensive...
The Points of Life
What a Scam! Greek Climate Resilience Tax
Do I have to write more? The post What a Scam! Greek Climate Resilience Tax appeared first on The Points Of Life.
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QANTAS: Surprise ‘twice as rewarding’ Double Status Credits or Points promotion on day stunning profit announced
On the same day that Qantas reports a massive 15% increase in its profit, it decides to ‘give back’ to loyal customers by launching an unexpected ‘twice as rewarding’ Double Status Credits and Points promotion. You need to register via the mobile app and book before Wednesday, 3 September 2025. You...
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SINGAPORE AIRLINES: KrisFlyer changes — more ways to earn status, dynamic redemptions and points devaluation
If you’re a KrisFlyer member, then buckle up, because you have some new benefits to learn and some mild points devaluation to suck up. Starting in September and running through November 2025, Singapore Airlines is introducing a range of changes to its KrisFlyer frequent flyer program. Some are genuinely useful....
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KOALA AIRLINES: Claims three leased Boeing 737 MAX aircraft mid 2026
According to an article in Australia Aviation, Bill Astling, the CEO of prospective domestic carrier, Koala Airlines, claims to have secured leases for three Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, due for delivery in 2026. This could make for a launch in late 2026. Koala will also need to update its inherited...
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QANTAS: The downgrades go on — Loyalty Bonus now status credits only, no points
I should know better, but each time an airline announces a change to their loyalty scheme, I hope its an improvement. Needless to say, my disappointment continues. Qantas is now reducing the benefits of its Loaylty Bonus to Status Credits. You can no longer opt for the 8,000 frequent flyer...
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CHINESE AIRLINES: What Airline services which cities with what aircraft in Australia and China
Australia’s aviation links with China are booming once again. Shenzhen Airlines will become the tenth Chinese carrier to enter the Australian market, with services to Melbourne commencing on 23 December 2025. That makes China one of Australia’s fastest-growing outbound destinations. It also makes it one of its most competitive air...
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SHENZEN AIRLINES: Flies to Melbourne from 23 December 2025
By the end of 2025, Australian travellers bound for China will have even more choice in airlines, schedules and fares. Shenzhen Airlines, a member of the Star Alliance, will become the tenth Chinese carrier to operate flights to the Australian market. It has scheduled three weekly flights between Shenzhen and...
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MALAYSIA AIRLINES: A330neo service arrives in Sydney
Sydney welcomed Malaysia Airlines’ new Airbus A330neo yesterday (Monday 18 August). This aircraft arrival signals better cabins and more services between Sydney and Kuala Lumpur. The new A330neos come with quieter cabins, lower emissions, and 25% better fuel efficiency. The arrival of the first of these jets yesterday heralds the...
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QANTAS: Gets AU$90 milion fine for illegally sacking ground staff
Federal Court Judge Michal Lee has today imposed a find of AU$90 million, which is at the upper end of the range open to him. That money is to be paid to the Transport Workers Union, and as further compensation to the affected 1,820 workers sacked in 2020. The findings...