Pointshogger
Thoughts on Air Canada Strike and Government Involvement
My thoughts in ONE word on the Air Canada flight attendant strike and government involvement: "WOW!" If you cannot sleep tonight due to your complicated situation, this is my way of staying up with you. You have something to read and feel free to share your thoughts and experience with...
Points Miles and Bling
First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK
Cathay Pacific has officially opened its redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). The Beijing lounge redesign is… The post First Look – Cathay Pacific Flagship Lounge Beijing International PEK appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants
Air Canada has suspended all operations of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge due to a strike by its 10,000… The post Air Canada Flights Suspended due to a Strike by Flight Attendants appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Introducing WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business
WestJet has introduced the WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business, designed to help businesses earn WestJet points quickly on… The post Introducing WestJet RBC® World Elite Mastercard for Business appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Economondo
Darling Hold My Hand! Rhodes to Stansted with Jet2
Join me as I fly on massive British leisure airline, Jet2, from Rhodes to London
PointsMath
Vietnam Airlines Status Match Promotion-Get SkyTeam Elite Plus Status
Vietnam Airlines offers a status match to their Titanium, Gold & Platinum Elite status. The status match promotion is geo-limited and is open to travellers from select countries. New: You can now status match from a total of 18 hotels, up from 7 for elite status. However, the status match...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 Weekly Review: August 16th
Happy Saturday! I was at the Cincinnati Open and in NYC on business, but… The post 2025 Weekly Review: August 16th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Pointshogger
Thoughts on Air Canada Strike and Government Involvement
My thoughts in ONE word on the Air Canada flight attendant strike and government involvement: "WOW!" If you cannot sleep tonight due to your complicated situation, this is my way of staying up with you. You have something to read and feel free to share your thoughts and experience with...
You Are Travel
Here’s What Was on the Menu for Putin and Trump at the Alaska Summit
tl;dr – Evidently, State Department papers were left in the business center of an Alaskan hotel, revealing details… The post Here’s What Was on the Menu for Putin and Trump at the Alaska Summit appeared first on You Are Travel.
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: End of United Excursionist perk, Leading Hotels of the World transfer bonus & 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. 8 deals are set to end this week which includes the last chance to take advantage of United’s Excursionist perk. Other offers ending this week include...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 314
I was walking through the parking lot of a church near a park on a recent sunny day when I photographed something that I noticed. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what... The post What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 314 appeared first on The Gate.
Points With a Crew
What To Do With Grandpa’s 600k Membership Rewards?
Have you ever wondered how to leave a large Membership Rewards balance for family in case of death? Here are three ways to keep them from disappearing.
Frequent Miler
Smallest Caribbean island, dying for a refund, and best US airports to get stuck in (Saturday Selection)
Throughout the week, our team shares articles they’ve stumbled upon that may interest our readers, even if they might not otherwise merit a full post. Here are some of the posts we found interesting this week: We’ll learn about the smallest Caribbean island, hear the story of a YouTuber dying...
Your Mileage May Vary
4-Year-Old Loudly Calls Out Woman’s Inappropriate Behavior On Plane
There’s a certain time in a little kid’s life when they just tell it like it is. You know what I mean. They’re old enough to talk and to understand…
View from the Wing
Failing WiFi, $6 Wine, And A Flight Attendant Ready To Strike—American Airlines First Class From London
It’s sad the depths to which American’s Flagship First Class product has fallen. They are eliminating the product, but the truth is going the other direction wouldn’t have been hard. Continue reading Failing WiFi, $6 Wine, And A Flight Attendant Ready To Strike—American Airlines First Class From London...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (16th August)
It’s the end of another week, where I’ve only had Windows 11 on my mind. Trust me, it’s not a thought you’d want to keep in anyone’s mind. But onto lighter things, with Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Modernity and Brutalism (or Birmingham in a nutshell – The...
ATX Jetsetter
Canadian Government Moves to End Air Canada Labor Dispute
The Canadian government has ordered Air Canada flight attendants back to work, ending a short lived strike by members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). The post Canadian Government Moves to End Air Canada Labor Dispute appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: August 16, 2025
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m at home spending time with family, and DoorDashing for American Loyalty Points, or something. 😉 On the points & travel front, this week Air Canada shut down due to a flight attendant strike and lockout, the world’s first Ritz-Carlton...
Points With a Crew
Boomers are still doing these 7 things at the airport that make Gen Z scream into their neck pillows
Printing their boarding passes? Showing up at the airport hours before their gate? These 7 boomer airport behaviors are making Gen Z ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Is The AMEX Green Card Worth The $150 Annual Fee?
We recently paid the $150 annual fee for my wife Sharon’s American Express Green Card. I’d usually take this time to evaluate if it’s worthwhile keeping the card, but I…
One Mile at a Time
Is The Marriott Business Credit Card Worth It? 7 Reasons To Apply
While Marriott has an extensive co-brand credit card portfolio, the $125 annual fee (Rates & Fees) Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card (review) is the only small business card in the collection that’s open to applicants.
View from the Wing
He Called United After His Flight Was Cancelled — And No One Can Explain How He Got Scammed For $17,000
You need to be very careful Googling airline phone numbers because scam travel agencies have corrupted the results. But even knowing this, here's a truly strange case. Continue reading He Called United After His Flight Was Cancelled — And No One Can Explain How He Got Scammed For $17,000...
Live and Let’s Fly
Canadian Government Moves To End Air Canada Strike And Restore Flights
The Canadian government has moved to end the Air Canada flight attendants’ strike, invoking its authority to force binding arbitration after thousands of cabin crew members walked off the job on Saturday. Canadian Government Moves To End Air Canada Strike, Force Binding Arbitration On Flight Attendants Patty Hajdu, Canada’s Minister...
Miles To Memories
Checking the Boxes – Returning to Hilton’s LondonHouse Chicago
I recently came back to HIlton's LondonHouse Chicago - this time, with my family. This stay was a bit more predictable and enjoyable. The post Checking the Boxes – Returning to Hilton’s LondonHouse Chicago appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Petite Filet Sandwiches For Only Two Dollars at Morton’s The Steakhouse. Restaurant Review.
As part of an annual celebration of National Filet Mignon Day, Morton’s The Steakhouse offered petite filet sandwiches for only two dollars each on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 from 4:00 in the afternoon until 8:00 in the evening at participating locations in the United States — and after several years...
The Bulkhead Seat
Chicago-Bound Southwest Passenger Pushes Gate Agent and Tries to Run Down Jet Bridge in Houston
A passenger scheduled from Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Chicago Midway International… The post Chicago-Bound Southwest Passenger Pushes Gate Agent and Tries to Run Down Jet Bridge in Houston appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
25 Cool & Awesome Things Some Creative Hotels Did
If you travel a lot, and especially if you’re brand loyal (granted, we’re not and we kind of love it that way), a hotel room is a hotel room. But…
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa Technik to bring AeroSHARK to the Airbus A330
In trade shows, we’ve seen Lufthansa Technik show off its AeroSHARK technology developed in collaboration with BASF Coatings. To expand the use case of AeroSHARK, it is going through the certification process for use on the Airbus A330ceo family. | AeroSHARK film being installed – Image, BASF Coatings/Lufthansa Technik. AeroSHARK...
Points Miles and Bling
Encalm Prive Lounge Review – New Delhi International (DEL) T3
Encalm Prive Lounge Review Recently, I had the opportunity to fly in Air India’s First Class on the Boeing 777-300ER… The post Encalm Prive Lounge Review – New Delhi International (DEL) T3 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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How to Claim Marriott Bonvoy Welcome Gift Guarantee
As a Lifetime Platinum member of Marriott’s Bonvoy brand, I have stayed over 1,000 nights and have had 9 years… The post How to Claim Marriott Bonvoy Welcome Gift Guarantee appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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American Airlines New Routes to Europe and South America for Summer 2026
American Airlines has unveiled its international expansion plans for the summer 2026 travel season, announcing six new routes to cities… The post American Airlines New Routes to Europe and South America for Summer 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Major Changes to Aeroplan in 2026, Revenue-Based Points and Elite Status Qualification
Major Changes to Aeroplan 2026 – TL;DR Effective January 1, 2026, Air Canada is overhauling how Aeroplan members earn points… The post Major Changes to Aeroplan in 2026, Revenue-Based Points and Elite Status Qualification appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New design Alaska Airlines announces direct flights to London and Reykjavik
Alaska Airlines has announced the expansion of its international service with the launch of two new nonstop routes from Seattle… The post New design Alaska Airlines announces direct flights to London and Reykjavik appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Four Points Flex Osaka Umeda
A few weeks ago, I embarked on a two-week vacation to Japan. My journey began with a 10.5 hour flight… The post Review: Four Points Flex Osaka Umeda appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Landline Motorcoach Service To Link Kingston and YYZ
Air Canada has announced the expansion of its multi-modal connectivity option with the introduction of a premium motorcoach service between… The post Air Canada Landline Motorcoach Service To Link Kingston and YYZ appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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EQ Bank Card – A Closer Look at a Prepaid Travel Card
The EQ Bank Card is a prepaid reloadable Mastercard® issued by Equitable Bank that functions much like a debit card,… The post EQ Bank Card – A Closer Look at a Prepaid Travel Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.