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EMIRATES ETIHAD QATAR: Extend status for loyal members
The big three Gulf carriers, that’s Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways, have begun rolling out status protection measures for their loyalty members. They are aknowledging current reality that disrupted travel means fewer flights, and fewer flights mean it’s harder to retain status. Background The disruption caused by the war...
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QANTAS: To review airfares every fortnight during Middle East war. Other airlines introduce fuel surcharges.
Qantas says it will review international airfares every two weeks, as soaring fuel costs and a rapidly shifting global aviation map make even short-term pricing forecasts difficult. It’s not alone, airlines across Australia, Europe and Asia are now raising fares, adjusting schedules and warning of more changes to come. Background...
Wild About Travel
The Garden Route: Africa’s Edge
In high school, I attended a talk by a South African exchange student. Two things stayed with me: his description of apartheid in its final years, and his description of the Garden Route. I knew I had to visit. This route traces the edge of Africa, where the continent ends...
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DELTA AIR LINES: Sydney bound flight hit with extreme turbulence. Passengers hospitalised
Just breaking: Some people have sustained injuries on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to Sydney. The flight experienced extreme turbulence during the flight this morning. Emergency services attended Sydney Airport prior to the flight landing. Radio station 2GB reported that the plane was struck by intense turbulence. This resulted...
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Miles To Memories
Capital One’s Europe Problem Is Bad — But Chase’s Change May Be Worse + Hilton’s Strange Brand!
Hilton says YOLO, Capital One's Discover problem, getting scammed in Europe & Chase's peculiar alert policy.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Tallest Hedge In the World: Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland
Officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest and tallest hedge in the world, Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland was first planted in autumn of 1745 by Robert Murray Nairne and his wife Jean Mercer to define the eastern border of their land. This European Beech hedge is measured at...
View from the Wing
United Airlines Accidentally Emailed Every Flight Attendant That They Were Moving To London [Roundup]
United Airlines accidentally emailed its entire flight attendant group telling them they were being transferred to London, creating instant chaos and confusion. Plus why airports using private screeners are holding up better than TSA airports, how erratic security lines waste even more of travelers’ time than the waits themselves, and...
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Why TSA Swabs Your Hands, Phone, Laptop, Food, Bag, Shoes And More
You can breeze through TSA in minutes — or get pulled aside for a random swab test. If that’s ever happened to you, here’s what’s really going on. Whether you’ve…
The Bulkhead Seat
2026 Weekly Review: March 21st
Greetings from Tampa! I was caught up in all of the TSA, Spring Break,…
The Alviator
Review: Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge, London Heathrow (LHR)
A review of Singapore Airlines' lounge at Heathrow Airport, open to all eligible Star Alliance passengers (including on shorthaul carriers).
View from the Wing
I’m Earning More Than 3X Points on Everything With the New Bilt Palladium Card—It’s More Of A Juggernaut Than I Expected
I got the new Bilt Palladium card expecting good value—but now I'm consistently earning over 3 points per dollar on all my spending. The card’s points-earning power, especially combined with paying my mortgage, Bilt Cash redemptions, and frequent transfer bonuses, makes it an absolute juggernaut. Here’s why it’s quickly become...
Miles To Memories
(1 Ending) Every Available Transfer Bonus & A History Of Transfer Bonuses
We share all of the current transfer bonuses available right now, but we also share a history of every major transfer bonus over time.
One Mile at a Time
Review: Sailing On Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Evrima Ship (Lovely!)
While I’ve reviewed hundreds of airlines, airport lounges, and hotels, this will be my first time ever reviewing a cruise. I recently spent three nights sailing on Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Evrima. I’ve been fascinated by the general trend of luxury hotel groups starting their own cruise lines (well, or more...
Economondo
Riding the World’s Last Passenger Boeing 767-300: Seoul Gimpo to Jeju on Asiana
Flying the world's last passenger Boeing 767-300 on a flight from Seoul Gimpo to Jeju
The Bulkhead Seat
Trump Threatens ICE Deployment at Airports as Shutdown Disrupts Travel Nationwide
President Donald Trump has escalated the ongoing government funding standoff by warning that Immigration…
Points With a Crew
19 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Polaris Suite Doors Will Be Locked Open…For Now
If you were hoping for extra privacy onboard United Airlines’ new 787-9 by sliding your suite door shut in Polaris Business Class, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Until these doors are certified, you will not be able close them. United Polaris Suite Doors Will Be Locked Open At...
The Bulkhead Seat
Why Flights Are Suddenly Getting More Expensive
Airfares are rising sharply and travelers booking spring and summer trips are feeling the…
One Mile at a Time
PS At MIA: New Private Luxury Airport Facility, Opening June 2026
PS (which was initially founded in 2017 as The Private Suite) is a company that operates exclusive airport facilities, intended to allow people to bypass the typical airport experience, when flying commercially.
Point Me to the Plane
Vancouver -My Favorites and the Best Local Coffee Houses
Heading to World Cup Games this summer and looking for the best coffee in Vancouver, British Columbia? These top the list and are my favorite local coffee houses.
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Understanding Chase Sapphire Lounge Entry Rules
Chase has been rapidly expanding its Sapphire Lounge network across major U.S. airports, offering a premium experience for eligible travelers. With locations now open coast to coast—and more on the…
View from the Wing
JetBlue Pilots Sue To Stop The United Partnership — Claiming It Violates Their Contract
JetBlue pilots are suing over the airline’s United partnership, arguing that Blue Sky goes far beyond a normal interline deal and crosses into territory their contract was designed to block. The fight could become a serious threat to one of JetBlue’s most important commercial bets, because if the union wins...
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Rove Miles May Have The Best Hotel Trick In Points — Burn Miles, Earn Hotel Points And Elite Credit
Rove Miles is drawing attention for its 50% transfer bonus to Japan Airlines, but the more surprising feature may be on the hotel side. In some cases, you can redeem Rove points for what amounts to a prepaid hotel stay and still earn the hotel’s own points, elite night credit,...
Miles To Memories
(Last Chance) Profitable Office Depot Mastercard Gift Card Deal
This is your last chance to rack up bonus points and potentially some profit. The Office Depot Mastercard Gift Card Deal ends today.
The Bulkhead Seat
Elon Musk Floats Plan to Pay TSA Workers as Shutdown Disrupts Airports Nationwide
Elon Musk has suggested he may step in to pay the salaries of Transportation…
Points Miles and Bling
Review: 10 Hours in Air Canada Economy from Toronto to São Paulo
Booking: Air Canada Economy Boeing 787-9 Earlier this week, I flew to Brazil for the first time. My route included…
One Mile at a Time
Four Seasons Yachts Sets Sail: Prices, Suites, Dining, Itineraries, How To Book
Four Seasons is known for its luxury hotels, though the brand is now getting into the cruising industry, with the introduction of Four Seasons Yachts. While I’ve covered this in the past, there’s now a major update, as the first voyage has set sail, so this is now actually a...
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IndusInd Bank Tiger Credit Card: The Lifetime Free Lounge Access Credit Card for infrequent travellers
IndusInd Bank's Tiger Card is one of those that provide lounge access without requiring transactions or minimum spending. Here is how.
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QANTAS: Jestar flyers dumped from lounge acccess. No more lounge pass trading.
In two major rule changes from July 1, 2026, Qantas will reshape how travellers use lounge invitations and who gets through the door in the first place. This is going to be big for those sensible flyers who booked Jetstar fares direct and used Qantas lounges, or those who sold...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #10: British Airways returns to Melbourne
British Airways is heading back to Melbourne for the first time in two decades, and the timing doesn’t look accidental. As conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors, the UK flag carrier is launching daily flights between London Heathrow and Melbourne via...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #7: Air New Zealand from Brisbane with new Business Class
With Australians being loyal to airlines based in the great southern lands, its cousins over the Tasman are often overlooked. Now, sometimes that ignorance is legitimate; they did have a very inferior Business Class cabin, or their fares always seemed pitched above those of Australian-based airlines. But now, Air NZ...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Vape ignites on flight from Brisbane, emergency response at Melbourne Airport
A vape device ignited inside the cabin of a Virgin Australia flight VA328 approaching Melbourne, prompting an emergency call from the flight crew and a precautionary response from airport firefighters. The incident occurred on Sunday, 15 March. As the aircraft descended toward Melbourne Airport, the device activated and began smoking...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 15 March, 2026
I’m back in Sydney after spending nearly a week at the Adelaide Festival and catching up with friends and relatives. I also got to experience the new Economy Plus seats in row 5 on a Qantas B737, with extra legroom. It’s good.  I’m now putting the final touches to my...
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NEW ROUTES 2026 #6: Malaysia Airlines’ A330neo one of the smartest ways to Europe
There was a time when booking Malaysia Airlines to Europe felt like choosing price over style. The airline did the job, but it rarely turned heads. That view may have changed with the arrival of the Airbus A330neo across Australian routes. Commencing its rollout in 2025, with full deployment by...
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QANTAS: Settles COVID flight cancellation class action for AU$105 million
Qantas has agreed to pay $105 million to settle a class action brought by passengers whose flights were cancelled during the pandemic, potentially delivering compensation to hundreds of thousands of customers. The settlement relates to flights scheduled between 1 January 2020 and 1 November 2022, when global travel collapsed due...
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QANTAS: A380 and First Class dropped from Melbourne to LAX, also 787 changes
Melbourne is losing its Qantas Airbus A380 to Los Angeles. From 25 October 2026, the airline will remove the superjumbo from the route, switching the service to a daily Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner instead. Currently, the QF93/QF94 Melbourne–Los Angeles flights operate with a mix of aircraft. The Airbus A380 runs twice...