2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Lounge access for international travellers to Doha and beyond
The introduction of long-haul international flying by Virgin Australia using wet-leased aircraft supplied by minority shareholder Qatar Airways has led to the need for access to International lounges at airports across Australia and Europe. With flights leaving from Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, Virgin will need lounges for its premium...
2PAXfly
MALAYSIA AIRLINES: Flight boost for Sydney and Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur
The skies between Australia and Kuala Lumpur are going to get a little busier. Malaysia Airlines is ramping up its flights to Sydney and Melbourne. The airline is tapping into the increasing demand between Australia and its bustling hub in Kuala Lumpur while also setting the stage for more connections...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: New Platinum Plus — because Platinum Just wasn’t enough
If you thought you’d reached the pinnacle of Velocity frequent flyer glory with a Platinum status, think again. Virgin Australia is adding a new shiny tier above Platinum. Their PR department was obviously out of inspiration and has named it Platinum Plus. Set to launch in October 2025 this is...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Refunds for 61,000 overcharged customers
In a surprising turn of events that could shake up any frequent flyer’s trust, Virgin Australia has announced it’s in the process of refunding 61,000 customers. The reason? An error in the airline’s pricing systems led to overcharges whenever passengers altered their itineraries. This revelation emerged after an internal review,...
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Altitude Yes
Delta Premium Select vs Economy: Is an Upgrade Worth It?
What are things you should think about when considering an upgrade to Delta Premium Select? The post Delta Premium Select vs Economy: Is an Upgrade Worth It? first appeared on Altitude Yes.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Cuts Q1 Mishandled Bags 29%, Improves 25 Months Straight — Still Tops U.S. Lost Luggage [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading American Airlines Cuts Q1 Mishandled Bags 29%, Improves 25 Months Straight — Still Tops U.S. Lost Luggage [Roundup]...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Brisbane in Australia From the Air. Sunday Morning Photograph.
As a passenger seated by a window aboard an airplane that was operated by Qantas Airways on my way to Sydney, I saw views of the city of Brisbane in Australia from the air and took photographs of it. The... The post Brisbane in Australia From the Air. Sunday Morning Photograph. appeared...
The Bulkhead Seat
British Airways Flight Attendant Found Dead In San Francisco Hotel Room
A British Airways flight attendant was found dead in his bed while the crew… The post British Airways Flight Attendant Found Dead In San Francisco Hotel Room appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
A Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant is Suing a Passenger For More Than $75,000 Over Alleged Inflight Assault
It’s not unusual for passengers to sue airlines for the actions of their flight attendants but it’s a lot less common to see flight attendants bring their own lawsuits against a passenger over alleged unruly behavior onboard a flight. And yet that’s precisely what one Frontier Airlines flight attendant is...
One Mile at a Time
Global Airlines A380 Cabin Interiors: Of Course We’ve Been Catfished
Bizarre Airbus A380 airline startup Global Airlines will somehow have a couple of one-off flights in May 2025, with tickets now being on sale, or at least that’s the claim. Nothing about this airline ever made sense, but it all just keeps getting stranger.
One Mile at a Time
Tragic: British Airways Flight Attendant Found Dead During SFO Layover
A British Airways long haul flight was canceled for the worst reason imaginable…
Economy Class & Beyond
Getting used to travelling with Asthma… again
The human body is an odd thing. Some of you might remember I have an Asthma problem. Except it hasn’t been a problem for about four years or so – to the point I went off the medications I was using (as I wasn’t using them). Let’s talk about asthma...
View from the Wing
Score Southwest’s New Extra Legroom Free From May 1—No Premium Fees Until 2026
Southwest can't sell premium seats until they have enough planes converted to be sure that the plane operating a given flight will have the new seats. They're converting planes throughout 2025, but it'll be 2026 flights that have these assigned seats. That means you become increasingly likely throughout 2025 to...
TravelUpdate
What are the economy class seats like on the Aer Lingus A321LR?
Perhaps the most overlooked class from travel writers is economy class. While everyone touts the whizz bang new…
The Bulkhead Seat
Alaska Airlines Pulls Out of Four Routes From United Airlines’ Hubs
Alaska Airlines gave its schedule a haircut in its latest update with flights from… The post Alaska Airlines Pulls Out of Four Routes From United Airlines’ Hubs appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Lasers Impacting Your Pilot, Gates Sells Unused Superyacht, Tourists Avoiding the USA, CDC Dump Norovirus Inspectors, UPS Hires Delta Air Lines and more Travel and Cruise News!
Here are this week’s travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Laser Events Affecting Pilots Are Becoming Surprisingly Common Bill Gates never stepped foot on his $645M hydrogen-powered superyacht he’s now selling US Economy Is Set to Lose Billions as Foreign Tourists Stay Away Utah...
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BoardingArea
Review: Escape Lounge – Hartford Bradley (BDL)
The only lounge in Hartford’s Bradley International Airport is a stylish space highlighted by an excellent buffet and a staff that works hard and performs several functions. The summary This small space remains the only lounge at Bradley Airport. Escape Lounges have partnered with American Express and are sort of a light...
Live and Let’s Fly
Standard Hotel Sunsets “Secret Agent”, Privé Move Imminent?
The Standard International was purchased by Hyatt and recently announced the discontinuation of its Secret Agent program, is a move to Privé imminent? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Hyatt Purchased Standard Hotels Late last year, Hyatt Hotels purchased...
One Mile at a Time
Wow: United Plans 787s With New Polaris Seats, Ultra-Premium Configuration
For a long time, we’ve heard about United Airlines potentially introducing new Polaris business class seats on some upcoming aircraft deliveries. We’re starting to get a sense of what that will look, with United planning on configuring some 787s in an ultra-premium layout, with an all-new passenger experience.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
It’s Been Nearly Five Months Since Delta Flight Attendants Claimed They Were On The Verge Of Filing For a Union Vote… What Went Wrong?
Back in November 2024, a powerful flight attendat union that has been campaigning for years to win the right to represent crew members at Delta Air Lines said it could be just a matter of weeks before it had collected enough authorization cards to file for a vote. Nearly five...
Live from a Lounge
What to do with your Vistara co-brand cards? Hold them!
Here is what I am thinking about my Air India / Vistara co-brand cards. What are you doing about them? The post What to do with your Vistara co-brand cards? Hold them! appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Rotana Hotels is matching elite status from Accor, Hilton, IHG and Marriott
Rotana Rewards, the loyalty program of Rotana Hotels & Resorts is offering a free elite status match to elite members of ALL Accor Live Limitless, Hilton Honors, IHG One Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy. Rotana is comprised of six hotel brands with properties primarily in the Middle East but they also...
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Great Wyndham points sale, double IHG elite night credits & 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 offers will be ending this week. That includes a fantastic Wyndham points sale that, for some people, lets you buy points for as...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Lounge access for international travellers to Doha and beyond
The introduction of long-haul international flying by Virgin Australia using wet-leased aircraft supplied by minority shareholder Qatar Airways has led to the need for access to International lounges at airports across Australia and Europe. With flights leaving from Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, Virgin will need lounges for its premium...
TravelUpdate
Surprise! I unexpectedly got to keep my status match!
A status match is where one airline decides to lure another airline’s frequent flyers by matching their elite…
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Cash® – which is better? $750 or 90,000 Points
The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Cash are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 297: Reader Edition
While at a fast food restaurant in southwestern Florida, Fake Points Travel Blogger — who is a reader of The Gate With Brian Cohen — took a photograph and sent it to my attention with the message “spotted this in SWFL for you:”. For this edition of this popular game, can you...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 Weekly Review: April 19th
Happy Easter! Happy Passover! Happy weekend, if you’re not celebrating a holiday. I’m spending… The post 2025 Weekly Review: April 19th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
2PAXfly
AMERICAN AIRLINES: trialing innovative LAX transfers for flights from Sydney
American Airlines wants to spare you the most annoying part of arriving in the USA. That’s transferring to a domestic flight at LAX. If you’ve ever flown into the United States from Australia, you’ll know the drill. It’s not a good one. It’s the kind of soul-sapping routine that has...
2PAXfly
THAI AIRWAYS: Short-haul just got a lie-flat upgrade with new A321neo Business Class
Here’s something that’ll make your next hop around Southeast Asia a bit more palatable. Thai Airways, which has been undergoing something of a phoenix-like rebirth lately (yes, there have been wings and flames involved), is adding a fleet of Airbus A321neos to its stable — and they’re not skimping on...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Velocity members get more benefits on Doha flights with Virgin/Qatar
Virgin Australia, in partnership with Qatar Airways, is introducing several new benefits for Velocity Frequent Flyer members on flights between Australia and Doha, commencing in June 2025. That’s the new Virgin Australia flights but operated by wet-leased Qatar Airways airdraft and crew. Most benefits are those you would expect from...
2PAXfly
AIR ASIA: Man tries to open emergency door mid-air twice!
After attempting to open emergency exit doors on AirAsia X flight D7220, a 46-year-old Jordanian national, Shadi Taiseer Alsaaydeh, was arrested and charged by Australian Federal Police. The April 5 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney departed an hour late at 10:01 and arrived at 20:43. During the flight while...
2PAXfly
Welcome to Trump’s ‘Land of the Free’ and the home of the scared tourist
Last Updated on April 3, 2025 by 2paxfly With the unpredictability of the Trumpian regime in the USA, things have changed. That’s especially true about immigration and border policy. From some press reports, it’s hard to know how to avoid being detained at the border if you are trying to...
2PAXfly
UNITED AIRLINES: Adelaide to San Francisco direct, seasonal route from December 2025
Last Updated on April 3, 2025 by 2paxfly In a first for Adelaide, United Airlines is initiating the first non-stop flight between the South Australian capital city and San Francisco in the USA. The three-times-a-week seasonal flights will commence on 11 December 2025. The Star Alliance carrier will use Boeing...
Wild About Travel
Tremedous Taipei – Asia’s best city
Every time I come back to a favourite city, I wonder if my experience on tis occasion  will be as enjoybale as it was on the previous visits. Yaipei did nit diusappoin. – it never disappomts, In fact, I would go to say it is the best city in Asia....
2PAXfly
DUMB PEOPLE: Social media pre-flight pump stunt inside jet turbine now flexing in court
Some people hit the gym, others prefer a more… unconventional approach to their fitness routine. Former Sydney Airport baggage handler Preslie Ginoski chose the inside of a plane turbine (admittedly, the plane was stationary) as his personal workout studio, a move that, according to a report in the SMH, landed...