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QANTAS: First International A321XLR route announced — Brisbane to Manila
According to a story on ET, the first international A321XLR route will be Brisbane to Manila, commencing on 25 October 2026. But don’t get too excited, because there won’t be any flat beds, just domestic Business Class recliners. So, aside from a newer, quieter, more highly pressured plane, it’s a...
Wild About Travel
Qantas’ “New Era” For Status
Qantas has just made it more expensive to stay loyal. Funny how that works. The airline is calling it a ‘new era’ for its Frequent Flyer program. I’d call it a quiet price hike dressed up in marketing language. This is a change I’ve been waiting on for months. After...
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QANTAS: MASSIVE overhaul of Qantas Frequent Flyer program. The good and the bad
Qantas is making it easier to earn Status Credits without setting foot on a plane, but there are positives and negatives. As part of its sweeping overhaul of the loyalty program, the airline will lift the annual threshold required to retain status, even as it introduces rollover credits and more...
Wild About Travel
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth): A City That Feels Lost.
I had just had an amazing week on the Garden Route, exploring wineries, seeing whales, and enjoying hikes, coffee, food, and South African hospitality. Enjoy some of the photos! When my Baz Bus minibus (great service by the way) reached Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth, we arrived in a very different world....
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QANTAS: First International A321XLR route announced — Brisbane to Manila
According to a story on ET, the first international A321XLR route will be Brisbane to Manila, commencing on 25 October 2026. But don’t get too excited, because there won’t be any flat beds, just domestic Business Class recliners. So, aside from a newer, quieter, more highly pressured plane, it’s a...
Points With a Crew
Save Up to 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars (Targeted)
We’ve written about this deal before but it appears to be back! It appears to be targeted but if so, it seems widely targeted. Save 30% on Amazon, up to $30 in savings (offers vary), when you you purchase eligible products and use at least 1 cent in Amex Reward...
Live from a Lounge
IndusInd Bank puts a price on lounge access effective April 1, 2026
IndusInd Bank Credit Cards has rolled out a new requirement for lounge access for customers. Here is the download on what is changing. The post IndusInd Bank puts a price on lounge access effective April 1, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Just Banned Employees From Using Smart Glasses—Here’s What Don’t They Want Recorded
Southwest Airlines has banned its employees from using smart glasses and other wearable devices capable of recording during work hours, citing safety, privacy, and legal responsibilities—though the policy doesn't apply to passengers.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
12 Reasons Why Early Morning Flights are Preferable
As much as I do not like waking up at an outrageously early hour to travel — such as 2:30 in the morning, as I did for a recent trip — I must admit that I usually wind up appreciating the 12 reasons why early morning flights are preferable when...
John The Wanderer
Explora Journeys: Is the Best Hotel in the World Actually a Ship?
Photo Credit: John the Wanderer This article is Explora Journeys and their evolving identity within the luxury travel sector. It is about the "Maybe" brand campaign that positions these vessels… The post Explora Journeys: Is the Best Hotel in the World Actually a Ship? appeared first on John the Wanderer.
Frequent Miler
The Fairmont Empress, Victoria, BC (Fine Hotels + Resorts®): Bottom Line Review
Over the holidays last year, I surprised my wife with a weekend trip to Victoria, British Columbia. The goal was to see the famous Christmas lights at Butchart Gardens, soak up Victoria’s seasonal spirit…and check out the historic Fairmont Empress. This iconic property has watched over Victoria’s Inner Harbour and...
The Bulkhead Seat
TAP Air Portugal to Launch Lisbon to Orlando Service This October
TAP Air Portugal announced today that it will begin nonstop service between Lisbon’s Humberto… The post TAP Air Portugal to Launch Lisbon to Orlando Service This October appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Excellent $300 Capital One Checking Bonus Now Available To More People
There is a really excellent $300 Capital One Checking bonus available that has fairly easy requirements and a quick payout time. The post Excellent $300 Capital One Checking Bonus Now Available To More People appeared first on Miles to Memories.
John The Wanderer
Seabourn Upgrades Culinary Experience: New Menus at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade
Photo: Seabourn This article is the update of Seabourn’s fleetwide culinary program. It is about the rollout of new menus and interactive dining concepts at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade.… The post Seabourn Upgrades Culinary Experience: New Menus at Seabourn Square and The Colonnade appeared first on John the Wanderer.
The Bulkhead Seat
FAA Moves to Cap Chicago O’Hare Flights as American and United Escalate Capacity War
As I have written about before, a growing turf war between American Airlines and… The post FAA Moves to Cap Chicago O’Hare Flights as American and United Escalate Capacity War appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Gems from our Giant Mailbag | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep347 | 2-27-26
In today’s podcast episode, we’ll talk about stacking dining credits, give a caution about gifting Marriott free night certificates, and will resurrect expired Southwest credits. Gems from our Giant Mailbag Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate...
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Don’t Let your Hilton Free Night Certificate Expire: Call to get a 2 Week Extension
Don't let your valuable Hilton Free Night Certificate expire; call Hilton to request a two-week extension. This simple step can provide extra time to plan a perfect hotel stay without losing your certificate's worth. The post Don’t Let your Hilton Free Night Certificate Expire: Call to get a 2 Week Extension...
Your Mileage May Vary
Did I Waste Chase Points on a Cheap Flight? Here’s Why I’m OK With It
Did I waste my Chase Ultimate Rewards on a recent airline redemption? On paper, it sure looked that way. I booked a short intra-Europe flight using 24,000 United miles for…
View from the Wing
FAA Will Order Significant Flight Cuts At Chicago O’Hare—American vs. United Battle Hits Breaking Point
United and American Airlines have scheduled so many flights into Chicago O'Hare that the FAA is now stepping in, forcing both carriers to slash flights this summer to prevent massive delays and chaos at one of America's busiest airports.
Wild About Travel
Qantas’ “New Era” For Status
Qantas has just made it more expensive to stay loyal. Funny how that works. The airline is calling it a ‘new era’ for its Frequent Flyer program. I’d call it a quiet price hike dressed up in marketing language. This is a change I’ve been waiting on for months. After...
Frequent Miler
Chase Ultimate Rewards Complete Guide (2026)
Chase Ultimate Rewards is a transferable points program available through a number of Chase credit cards. Ultimate Rewards offers a great combination of easy-to-earn points and both easy and valuable point redemptions. Those who are primarily interested in luxury international award flights may do better with Amex Membership Rewards, but...
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FAA Eyes Flight Reductions at Chicago O’Hare Amid Increase in Schedules
The FAA and major airlines will disucss schedule adjustments in a meeting on March 3. The post FAA Eyes Flight Reductions at Chicago O’Hare Amid Increase in Schedules first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Miles To Memories
Vegas Bombshells: Metallica & Sydney Flights + More Casino Streaming & Primm FOR SALE?!?
Bruno Mars gets a street, a town outside Vegas is for sale, Metallica at the Sphere, Wynn hack follow up and direct Vegas flights to Australia! The post Vegas Bombshells: Metallica & Sydney Flights + More Casino Streaming & Primm FOR SALE?!? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
United Flight Attendants Haven’t Had A Raise In 5 Years—Airline Promises March Deal, But Demands Concessions
United flight attendants, who haven't seen a pay raise in five years, are being promised a potential breakthrough deal this March—but the airline says they'll need to accept tradeoffs on scheduling, and unpaid leave to get it done.
View from the Wing
United Flight Attendants Haven’t Had A Raise In 5 Years—Airline Promises March Deal, But Demands Concessions
United flight attendants, who haven't seen a pay raise in five years, are being promised a potential breakthrough deal this March—but the airline says they'll need to accept tradeoffs on scheduling, and unpaid leave to get it done.
Frequent Miler
BeFrugal: $40 welcome bonus after earning $10 cashback
BeFrugal is again offering Frequent Miler readers an increased $40 signup bonus when earning $10 cashback through its shopping portal in the next year. The Deal Earn a $40 bonus cashback when earning $10 through the BeFrugal shopping portal in your first 365 days as a member. Direct Link to...
Points With a Crew
Should You Buy Hyatt Points With a 20% Discount?
Hyatt is offering a discount if you buy points during the current promotion. But there are only a few times that it makes sense to purchase Hyatt points, like ....
Your Mileage May Vary
After Delta, Alaska Airlines Quietly Banned These Popular In-Flight Comfort Items
Earlier this year, Delta Air Lines updated its rules around in-flight comfort accessories, citing safety concerns. Alaska Airlines has now followed suit, quietly rolling out similar restrictions. For some travelers,…
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QANTAS: New search tool allows region-to-region Classic Rewards search across partner airlines
Qantas is promising to roll out a major upgrade to how members search for Classic Reward seats in March 2026. It could dramatically improve your chances of finding low-points Classic Rewards redemptions. Over at ET they have seen a preview, and this is what they found. Region-to-Region search The new...
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QANTAS: Frequent Flyer changes evaluated, and when they roll out
Qantas is billing these largely status-related changes as a ‘new era’ for Frequent Flyers. Here’s what’s coming, what I think of it, and when it will arrive. Read on to find out what it means if you’re chasing Silver, protecting Gold or sitting comfortably at Platinum. March 2026: A better...
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QANTAS: What happens on a seasonal direct flights to Vegas, stays in Vegas.
What happens in Vegas no longer requires a stop in Los Angeles. From 29 December 2026, Qantas will launch the first-ever nonstop flights between Australia and Las Vegas, with a seasonal Sydney–Las Vegas service running through to 12 March 2027. For Australian travellers, that means skipping the usual US gateway...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Sweeping overhaul of Qantas Frequent Flyer program. The good and the bad
Qantas is making it easier to earn Status Credits without setting foot on a plane, but there are positives and negatives. As part of its sweeping overhaul of the loyalty program, the airline will lift the annual threshold required to retain status, even as it introduces rollover credits and more...
2PAXfly
UNITED KINGDOM: New rules for British/Australian dual nationals. What to do if your travelling soon
If you’re a British dual national with travel to the UK booked this week or next, this issue isn’t theoretical, it’s immediate. From 25 February (today), the British Home Office requires airlines to verify that British citizens board with a valid British passport (or a foreign passport carrying a certificate...
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MELBOURNE AIRPORT: $4.5 billion international terminal expansion
Melbourne is about to get a bigger front door to the world with plans for a $4.5 billion expansion of its international terminal. The project will expand check-in areas, baggage halls, and aircraft gates. These innovations are all aimed at easing pressure on Australia’s largest 24-hour airport. In January 2026,...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Cuts Doha flights on Qatar jets as bookings lag
Virgin Australia’s high-profile partnership with Qatar Airways is facing an early recalibration, with several Australia–Doha services reduced across late summer and autumn schedules. The services are operated by Qatar aircraft but sold under Virgin’s code, allowing passengers to earn Velocity Status Credits on long-haul sectors from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and...
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QANTAS: ‘Twice as Rewarding’ Double points and Status Credits promotion drops. Book by 2 March 2026
Well, we all knew it was coming, and I predicted it could be this week, a few days before the half-yearly financial results are announced, and here it is. Time to unearth that strategy, and book your flights to earn double Status Credits or Double Points. If you still need...