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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: What can we expect from the new CEO Dave Emerson
Don’t expect any flashy moves. Virgin Australia’s new CEO, Dave Emerson, has a clear mandate: stay the course while delivering solid returns so we can sell this thing and make a killing. Well, that at least is my interpretation of what Virgin Australia’s majority owners, Bain Capital, will want. Minority...
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CATHAY PACIFIC: Business Class Aria Suites come to Sydney end of March 2025
Almost universally hailed for their comfort and technology, the new Business Class Aria Suites on Cathay Pacific 777s will arrive in Sydney this month according to ET. Background Cathay Pacific has been a leader in passenger comfort and privacy in Business Class. In 2011, the airline introduced reverse herringbone seats...
Wild About Travel
Exploring Okayama’s Crow Castle: A Journey Through Time and Culture
While in Okayama, a visit to its castle was a must. The castle’s exterior, made of wooden panels painted with black lacquer, earned it the nickname “Crow Castle.” Built in 1597, it survived centuries of history before being taken over by the Ministry of War in 1869, when many of...
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QANTAS: Double Status Credits and Points promo 2025 LIVE!
Here are the details at a glance so you can get right onto booking to earn double points or double status credits: REGISTER for the promotion on the Qantas website or via the app before you book your flights CHOOSE either double Points or double Status Credits BOOK BY your...
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One Mile at a Time
Transfer Citi ThankYou Points To Avianca Lifemiles With 25% Bonus
The avianca lifemiles program is one of my favorite frequent flyer programs, thanks to the solid redemption rates on Star Alliance partners, plus all the ways there are to earn miles with the program. Not only does lifemiles often have promotions on purchased miles, but the program also partners with...
Travel Codex
The Hard Choices of a Frequent Flyer: Lufthansa First Class vs. British Airways Business Class
For many, choosing between two airlines comes down to price, schedule, or frequent flyer miles award. But for those of us who fly frequently, especially in premium cabins, the decision-making process can be far more nuanced.  Especially when I am sitting on enough points at my disposal. Case in point:...
View from the Wing
Hotel 50 Bowery Review, Hyatt’s Hidden Bargain In Chinatown With Stylish Albeit Small Rooms And Friendly Staff
After arriving into Manhattan by BLADE helicopter I caught a Lyft over to Hyatt's Hotel 50 Bowery in Chinatown. This was actually my first JdV property. I was a little bit excited over it because this is one of the brands that Hyatt acquired as part of its...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Delta One Business Class Boeing 767 (JFK-LAX)
For the last segment of my Aria Suite Adventure to Hong Kong, I flew Delta’s Boeing 767-400ER business class (marketed as ”Delta One”), on the six hour flight from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX). Delta has a fleet of over 60 767s, and while they operate select premium transcon flights,...
PointsMath
Review: Thai Airways A350 Business Class [BKK-MEL]
Last year in March, I travelled from Delhi to Ho Chi Minh City, where of three segments, Thai Airways operated two. This year, March took me to Australia & Indonesia. After a lot of back & forth, I booked a Thai Airways Business Class from Delhi to Melbourne with a...
Eye of the Flyer
Is Delta Comfort+ Worth It, Could Southwest Bring Back Free Bags, Metal Delta Elite Tags Shipping, 20% Off Carnival Cruises, Huge Hotel Card Offer, NCL Balcony Review and More!
My desk has finally completely stopped moving after my last cruise. For you who do not know, when you spend many weeks at sea, you tend to get a bit land-sick when back on dry land because you still feel the movement of the ship for a while. I can...
TravelUpdate
Which aircraft has the distinction of being the very first NEO?
The good folks at Airbus made a great hullabaloo when they announced a New Engine Option on their…
One Mile at a Time
Amex Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card Review: Platinum The Easy Way
Both American Express and Chase issue co-branded Marriott credit cards. In this post, I want to take a closer look at theMarriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card, which is the most premium credit card in the portfolio. This card is quite compelling, and the easiest way to earn Platinum Elite...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q2 2025: Register Now
The Chase Freedom FlexSM Credit Card(review) is an incredible no annual fee card belonging to Chase’s Freedom portfolio, which can help you maximize your points, thanks to its quarterly bonus categories. With a new quarter being right around the corner, Chase has just opened registration for its Q2 2025 bonus...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
SAS EuroBonus: Receive a 25% discount on award flights to select European destinations
Calling all you SAS EuroBonus points millionaires! The program is offering a 25% discount on award flights, or as they call them bonus trips to and from Milan, Malaga, Nice, London, Paris, Amsterdam, Zurich and Vilnius. This offer is valid on both one way and return trips. This offer must...
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: United Mile Play, Southwest portal promo, Alaska/Greenlight offer & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Half a dozen deals are due to end this week which includes the latest round of targeted United Mile Play offers, an opportunity to earn bonus...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (15th March)
We’re halfway through March, and with lighter evenings comes more news headlines. Yes, it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. It’s fun, fun, fun, on the trams, trams, trams – Midland Metro tram approaching Upper Bull Street stop, as I switch from one office to another. TRIP REPORT:...
Points With a Crew
Should you sign up for the Capital One Venture or Venture X Card? (With a $1000 welcome offer)
The Capital One Venture and Venture X cards are 2 cards that earn super valuable Venture miles. But which of these two powerhouse cards is the best? Let's look at ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 292
The inaccuracies of images generated by artificial intelligence annoy me — which include the glaringly obvious misspellings and warped logos that other bloggers are okay with displaying on their weblogs. I really do not understand that, as I personally would be embarrassed to use those images here at The Gate...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 Weekly Review: March 15th
It’s the Ides of March today and I’m home in Tampa. I spent this… The post 2025 Weekly Review: March 15th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Possible TAP acquisition, false advertising from KLM, a bait-and-switch from Fairfield Toronto Airport, and more…(Saturday Selection)
The internet was busy this week with more talk of potential mergers, and some shady behavior from airlines and hotels alike with a story about false advertising from KLM and bait-and-switch tactics from Fairfield Toronto Airport. Air France potential merger could seriously shake up the industry The parent company of...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Do Passengers Board and Disembark on the Left Side of Airplanes?
Have you ever noticed that if you have a reservation on a commercial airline, you almost always board and disembark on the plane’s left side? Have you ever wondered why…
Frequent Miler
15K Hawaiian miles with Hilton timeshare offer
We frequently see hotel chains offer incentives for attending timeshare presentations. Usually, those incentives include hotel points and sometimes cash or a gift card. However, I came across an offer in my Hawaiian Airlines account this week to earn 15,000 HawaiianMiles with a new Hilton offer that requires attendance at...
Josh Trips
St. Regis Bora Bora review: luxurious, intimate, and picture perfect
I recently got back from my fourth visit to Bora Bora, where I decided to split my time…
View from the Wing
Marriott Bonvoy’s Hiring Plans Expose Major Planned Changes—The Future Looks Even Worse For Members
Marriott Bonvoy is looking to make a couple of hires that suggest changes coming to the program. Continue reading Marriott Bonvoy’s Hiring Plans Expose Major Planned Changes—The Future Looks Even Worse For Members...
Wingtips
WingTips Weekly: The Good, The Bad & The Delayed
Welcome back to another WingTips weekly roundup, your first-class ticket to the week’s best (and occasionally the most… The post WingTips Weekly: The Good, The Bad & The Delayed appeared first on Wingtips.
Monkey Miles
Activate! Chase Freedom Flex® 5% Bonus Categories for Q2 2025: Amazon and Select Streaming
Check out the latest quarterly Chase Freedom bonus categories The post Activate! Chase Freedom Flex® 5% Bonus Categories for Q2 2025: Amazon and Select Streaming appeared first on Monkey Miles.
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: March 15, 2025
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’ve been trying to recover from jet lag from my Japan trip, and am at home spending time with my family, and have a lot of trip reports to catch up on! On the points & travel front, this week...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: World’s Lightest Automatic Inflation Sleeping Pads
Discover the World's Lightest Automatic Inflation Sleeping Pads on Kickstarter, an essential for any traveler or camper seeking comfort and convenience. With high-tech features and multiple backing levels, these pads promise to revolutionize your outdoor experience. Support the project by March 27th and enjoy exclusive discounts.
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QANTAS: Round the world flights need more classic rewards
Qantas Frequent Flyers are great hoarders of points for that special trip. They think in terms of an around-the-world trip in business class on Qantas and other OneWorld members and partners. Besides the fact that these are a nightmare to try and book yourself without the assistance of the premium...
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QANTAS: Details of Classic Reward redemption downgrades
Qantas announced significant changes to its Frequent Flyer program on 22 January 2025. Most changes were adverse for frequent flyers, including an increase in the number of points needed to redeem Classic Reward seats. Upgrades also require more points, and carrier charges on some routes increased from August 5, 2025....
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KOREAN AIR: New visual brand and values announced
A new 787-10 has been spotted with what is apparently Korean Air’s new livery. Recently, the merging of Korean Airways with Asiana was formally approved, so the corporate branding team requires a new logo, livery, and brand statement. Korean Air – dowdy looks v Asiana contemporary identity The Korean Air...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Partnership with Hawaiian Airlines ends June 30 2025
Hawaiian Airlines is currently a partner of Virgin Australia, which allowed you to earn and burn Velocity Points on trips between Australia and the Hawaiian Islands. The Virgin partnership will end in preparation for the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines joining the OneWorld Alliance. Bookings departing before and after 30...
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AVALON AIRPORT: Melbourne — teenager arrested for boarding Jetstar flight with loaded shotgun
In a shocking security breach, a 17-year-old teenager was arrested after, it is alleged, breaching security at Melbourne’s second airport, Avalon. The youth attempted to board the Jetstar plane with a loaded shotgun. The incident occurred on Thursday, 6 March at 2:20 pm. The attempt was met with a swift...
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BRISBANE AIRPORT: to close due to tropical cyclone Alfred
Flights to and from Brisbane Airport are scheduled to cease at approximately 4 pm today (Thursday 6 March, 2025) Queensland time. This is due to deteriorating coastal weather conditions due to tropical cyclone Alfred. Passengers expecting to depart after that time, should not travel to the airport if their flight...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: New CEO Dave Emerson announced
Virgin Australia has announced the appointment of Dave Emerson as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will replace Jayne Hrdlicka, who signposted she would step down back in February 2024 after leading the airline after its rebirth from administration during COVID-19. Emerson, currently Virgin Australia’s Chief Commercial Officer, has worked...
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AUSTRALIA: Tropical Cyclone Alfred, weather warning for East Coast
Air travellers to the east coast of Australia, and specifically Brisbane, are warned to keep updated on weather conditions. This is in the light of the expected landfall of Tropical Cyclone Alfred expected on Thursday 6 March, 2025. However, the cyclone will adversely affect weather from today, Wednesday 5 March...