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AUSTRALIA: International Airlines able to fly domestic routes — election promise from opposition
For non-Australian readers, we are in the midst of a Federal election campaign, with final votes to be cast on Saturday, 3 May 2025. As in most elections, this causes the competing parties to sometimes make outlandish promises. True to type, the Liberal and National parties, who work in coalition...
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AIR NEW ZEALAND: New cool uniforms revealed
I was in New Zealand only a fortnight ago, and on an Air New Zealand flight, I was reminded of how pretty the purple uniforms are. I also noted that they were a little dated, almost pre-turn of the 21st century. In fact, the Trelise Cooper Designs were last introduced...
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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...
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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...
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DFDS ferry review: Amsterdam (IJmuiden) to Newcastle in a 4 bed pet-friendly cabin
Moving from the US to the UK with a dog is a bit of a hassle. I’ve written in much greater deal about the process here, but long story short – you can’t fly from the US to the UK with your dog in the cabin with you. They can...
Josh Trips
Avelo Airlines signs contract to run deportation flights for ICE
Budget carrier Avelo Airlines has just signed a contract with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to handle…
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Another Reason to Avoid Chicago Midway: Southwest Passenger Strips Naked and Defecates on Seat
Southwest passengers were treated to quite the disgusting spectacle when flight WN418 landed at… The post Another Reason to Avoid Chicago Midway: Southwest Passenger Strips Naked and Defecates on Seat appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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American Airlines Shopping Portal now caps lifetime earnings from Apple products
In 2022, American Airlines debuted a new simplified system for earning status: Loyalty Points (LP). In addition to earning Loyalty Points by flying, they can also be earned via many other avenues, including by shopping through the American Airlines AAdvantage eShopping portal. The AA Shopping Portal has been a popular place for...
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Which Chase Ink card is best? (90,000 Ultimate Rewards or $1,000)
There are 4 Chase Ink cards with increased bonuses right now (up to $1,000 or 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points). The best Chase Ink card is probably...
Sam Chui
Pakistan Closes Airspace to Indian Airlines
On April 24, 2025, Pakistan announced the closure of its airspace to all Indian airlines following escalating tension between the countries. This closure has primarily affected westbound flights departing from northern Indian cities, including the busy hub of Delhi.  With Pakistani airspace no longer accessible, these flights must now take...
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Walking on the Fortress Walls of Intramuros in Manila: A Photographic Essay
During my visit to Manila as part of my unexpected trip around the world, I took the time to see Intramuros. After passing Rizal Park while walking north on Roxas Boulevard — which was choked with traffic — I turned right at the next corner onto Padre Burgos Avenue; and then...
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Savewise: An awesome shopping tool (one week left for $99 lifetime membership)
Update 4/25: The price of a lifetime membership to Savewise is increasing to $119 on May 1st. Savewise tells us: We’ve added a ton of features since we priced it at $99 when we first launched it, and given the tremendous growth of the platform, need to update the price...
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Success: My Rotana Status Match Brings Me One Step Closer to GHA Elite Status (Hopefully)
Tl;dr – Matched statuses to Rotana Rewards Select have started to land. The other day I wrote about…
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Southwest Airlines Passenger Strips Naked and Defecates On Seat At Chicago Midway Airport
A female passenger reportedly stripped naked and defecated on her seat shortly after a Southwest Airlines flight from Philadelphia landed at Chicago Midway Airport on Friday. The incident occurred onboard Southwest flight WN418, which landed in Chicago at around 6:40 am on April 25 following a two-hour flight from Philadelphia....
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A World-Class Wells Fargo Wallet | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep303 | 4-25-25 | Podcast
We tend to ignore Wells Fargo cards because there are so many other great credit cards out there, but they actually do have some compelling cards to consider. In today’s episode we’ll discuss which ones you might want in your wallet. Main Event: A World-Class Wells Fargo Wallet Watch the...
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Are Business Class Doors a Must-Have For Airlines Now?
A photo of a "homemade Polaris curtain" circling the internet today made me think, are business class doors a must for airlines today? The post Are Business Class Doors a Must-Have For Airlines Now? first appeared on Altitude Yes.
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Procrastinated Like Me? Here’s How I Saved My Avios Just in Time
I’ll admit it — I procrastinated. Five months ago, British Airways sent me an email letting me know my Avios were set to expire if there was no account activity.…
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Amex Blue Business Cash: $750 welcome offer, no lifetime language (targeted)
Similar to the Blue Business Plus offer we wrote about earlier today, there is a targeted offer available for the Blue Business Cash card that will earn $750 in statement credits after $6,000 in purchases in the first 4 months. While I prefer to prioritize all of the Membership Rewards...
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VC-Backed Rove Debuts Universal Airline Mile—Instantly Earn Up To 25×, Transfer To 12 Programs & Book 140 Airlines
New loyalty program Rove has just launched. So far you can earn points with their shopping extension, and for making air and hotel bookings. And you can redeem for paid travel or transfer points to 12 different loyalty programs. They’re a Y Combinator startup, they have raised VC money, and they’re...
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Tampa International Airport Celebrates International Flamingo Day
Tampa International Airport observed International Flamingo Day today (it’s officially celebrated on April 26th).… The post Tampa International Airport Celebrates International Flamingo Day appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Buy IHG Points for as low as 0.56 cents each
IHG has again returned with another sale that’s giving a 80% bonus when buying their points. That means you can buy IHG Rewards points for 0.56 cents per point (cpp). Unlike the many IHG sales which are labeled as a mystery bonus, this latest offer doesn’t appear to have varying...
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Amex Offer: Spend $1,000 or More, Get $175 Back With ITA Airways
I’ve written many times about Amex Offers and how much money you can save… The post Amex Offer: Spend $1,000 or More, Get $175 Back With ITA Airways appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse LAX Joins Priority Pass – For $35 Extra
The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse LAX lounge is now accessible via Priority Pass, but with a trend-setting catch: a cash supplement is required. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse LAX Joins Priority Pass, But With A Twist The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse LAX has joined the Priority Pass lounge network, which is great news considering...
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Kickstarter: Masverano Carbon Fiber Wallet
Discover the sleek and durable Masverano Carbon Fiber Wallet on Kickstarter, a must-have for travel enthusiasts. With its cutting-edge design and functionality, this wallet is perfect for keeping your essentials organized. Back the project before May 5th to secure yours and take advantage of exclusive discounts. Join over $10,326 in...
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United Passenger Doesn’t Want to Wait for Suites With Doors and Creates Her Own Polaris® Curtain
United Airlines is rumored to announce its new Polaris® suites complete with doors on… The post United Passenger Doesn’t Want to Wait for Suites With Doors and Creates Her Own Polaris® Curtain appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Interactive Tool Shows the Cheapest Airlines at Each Airport
When the pandemic started to wane, people began traveling a LOT. “Revenge travel” was the name of the game, and supply was way surpassed by demand. That meant airline prices…
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Qatar Airways Flight Attendant Fired For Stealing Passenger’s Phone
Last week, I wrote about a lawsuit filed in the United States against Qatar Airways, where a passenger accused a flight attendant of stealing cash from her while inflight. I was skeptical of some aspects of the claims. However, here’s another story of a similar situation, as reported by PYOK,...
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5% – 15% back at OfficeMax / Office Depot with Chase Offer
There’s another Chase Offer out that’s good for 5%, 10%or 15% back at Office Max or Office Depot up to $8, $10, $11 or $18 back depending on your offer. Chase Offers are targeted, but it’s worth logging in and checking for this one if your travels will take you...
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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...
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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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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...