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Flight Legroom: A Surprising Challenge for Shorter Passengers
Flight Legroom for Shorter Passengers If you’re a frequent flyer like me, you’ve probably seen your fair share of strange… The post Flight Legroom: A Surprising Challenge for Shorter Passengers appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Buy Marriott Bonvoy points with a 45% bonus, at 0.86 cents per point
Marriott Bonvoy recently dropped their latest promotion to buy Marriott points with up to a 45% bonus. The promotion is… The post Buy Marriott Bonvoy points with a 45% bonus, at 0.86 cents per point appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Emirates Business Class Lounge in Concourse B at DXB
Emirates Business Class Lounge – Introduction During my last trip to Bangkok in November 2024, I enjoyed flying between Dubai… The post Review: Emirates Business Class Lounge in Concourse B at DXB appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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My SAS EuroBonus Million Point Run: Lessons Learned
When I last left you, dear reader, I was back in North America, nearly at the mid-point of my SAS… The post My SAS EuroBonus Million Point Run: Lessons Learned appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Exits Bankruptcy, Goes Private, and Works to Figure Out What’s Next
Spirit Airlines announced yesterday that it had exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and was… The post Spirit Exits Bankruptcy, Goes Private, and Works to Figure Out What’s Next appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
February 21 Bonus Offer Highlight: Ethiopian ShebaMiles – 2x miles on flights to/from Hyderabad
Today's bonus offer highlight has Ethiopian Airlines celebrated their upcoming new route to Hyderabad, India with 2x ShebaMiles for the first month of operation. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post February 21 Bonus Offer Highlight: Ethiopian ShebaMiles – 2x miles on flights to/from Hyderabad appeared first...
View from the Wing
First Lawsuit Hits Delta Over Toronto Crash: ‘Hanging Upside Down, I Slammed Onto The Ceiling’
There are going to be lawsuits, but call me crazy, maybe it makes sense to wait for more information to come out about the incident in order to form a cause of action. There’s a rush to the courthouse, though, for lawyers to lock in client representation: Continue reading First Lawsuit...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Miles and Points On Sale — February 21 2025
Sometimes you need an infusion of miles or points to your membership account for whatever reason — perhaps to have enough to redeem for a limited time award as one example — and the best time to purchase or gift miles or points is when they are on sale, as...
Miles For Family
Speculative Point Transfers, New 60k Bonus and More
Higher 60k Bonus on Virgin Red Mastercard: The Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard (non-affiliate link) now has a higher bonus of 60,000 points after spending $3000 in the first 90 days. The previous bonus was 40,000 points. You can get an additional 10,000 points if you add 4 authorized users. Use...
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Citi Double Cash Credit Card Review (2025)
The Citi Double Cash card is yet another appealing no-annual-fee Citi card, earning two ThankYou Points per dollar on all purchases. Points can be cashed out to make this a 2% cash back card, but if you have a Citi Premier or Citi Prestige card, you can transfer them to...
One Mile at a Time
Austrian 787 Business Class: A Lovely Flight With Tasty Food!
Hello from Washington, as Im wrapping upmy quick trip to Versailles, flying Austrian’s Boeing 787-9 business class, on the nine-hour flight from Vienna (VIE) to Washington (IAD).
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Buy Choice Privileges Points For 30% Off (0.72 Cents Per Point)
Choice Privileges has just launched its latest promotion on purchased points, and it might prove useful for those who have an immediate use in mind for these points. Just keep in mind that Choice Privileges points have been devalued quite a bit in recent times, including for redemptions at Preferred...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Will Introduce New Dishware In Premium Cabins
United Airlines will launch new dishware in its premium cabins starting in May, first on longhaul flights and later on domestic flights. United Airlines Will Update Dishware In Premium Cabins A memo to flight attendants by John Slater, United’s Senior Vice President of Inflight Services, notes that new plates, bowls,...
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United Airlines Flight Attendants Told To Be ‘Mindful’ And Respectful’ On Social Media After High-Publicity Incidents
Flight attendants at United Airlines are being reminded to be ‘mindful’ and ‘respectful’ on social media following a slew of high-profile incidents involving crew members at the Chicago-based carrier, including a gay Catholic flight attendant who was fired for allegedly liking transphobic posts on X. In a timely memo, the...
The Points of Life
Residency Directory: Where I’ll Live And Why
By now you have read all the posts in the Madrid, Spain Residency Trip. But you may still have questions about where I am going and why I am going there. To start, let’s discuss the why in an FAQ. What is a residency? A residency is a temporary second...
One Mile at a Time
Guide To Chase Sapphire Lounges: Access, Locations, And More
Nowadays Chase operates a network of airport lounges, known as Chase Sapphire Lounges by The Club. These lounges are operated in collaboration with Airport Dimensions, though these Chase lounges really offer an elevated experience.
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A Missing Address. Months of Delay. How FAA Red Tape Stalled New American Airlines Business Class Suites
Boeing has had production issues, and deliveries of their Boeing 787-9s to American have been delayed. But American couldn't have flown these planes even if Boeing could have delivered them. That's because the business class suites hadn't been signed off on by the FAA, on something of a...
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3 amazing hotel credit card bonuses: Here’s how to check if you qualify…
These three credit card bonuses can take you closer to your next dream hotel stay. Here's how you can check if you qualify for these offers.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Exploring the Cathay Pacific and Qantas Lounges at Heathrow Terminal 3
TRIP REPORT: Exploring the Cathay Pacific and Qantas Lounges at Heathrow Terminal 3 Miles to Bucharest It’s time to lounge around Heathrow Terminal 3. And whilst one of the lounges I’m visiting should be an easy guess, the other is a little different from the norm for me…  In this...
One Mile at a Time
Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara Safari Camp Opening August 2025
While details are limited as of now, it looks like a Ritz-Carlton safari camp will be opening later this year!
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: W Boston
We went to visit family in Rhode Island and spent the night before in… The post Hotel Review: W Boston appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Capital One and Chase Both Just Opened New Airport Lounges This Week!
If you’re swinging through Philadelphia or Las Vegas this weekend — or anytime thereafter — there are new airport lounges ready to greet you, thanks to Capital One and Chase. Capital One Lounge Las Vegas The newest Capital One Lounge is now open at Harry Reid Las Vegas International Airport...
Travel Codex
On The Road Again…
Greetings, loyal readers. I hope you’ve all enjoyed following me on Travel Codex the last 8+ years as much as I’ve enjoyed writing here. Sadly, it is time to move on. But not to worry – I’m going back to where things started, you might say, to my own independent...
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BA Ditches Mykonos, Freebird Bails, Air India Grows.
Summer 2025 is shaping up to be a bit of a rollercoaster for UK travellers. BA has quietly… The post BA Ditches Mykonos, Freebird Bails, Air India Grows. appeared first on Wingtips.
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Delta Air Lines Forced To Correct Misinformation About Pilots In Crash
What a sad day when Delta Air Lines is forced to issue a statement seeking to extinguish the malicious spread of misinformation online about the identity of the pilots involved in the Endeavor Air CRJ-900 crash in Toronto. What is it about the rabid ideological division in the USA that...
One Mile at a Time
American Adds Chicago To Honolulu Flights, Carrier’s Longest Domestic Route
American has revealed plans to resume its longest domestic route, which will offer travelers in Chicago a warm winter getaway.
Economy Class & Beyond
EASA approves the Airbus A321XLR with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.
The Airbus A321XLR project took another big step forward, with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issuing the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. Airbus A321XLR Test Aircraft powered by Pratt&Whitney engines taking off – Image, Airbus This follows the certification of...
One Mile at a Time
Lufthansa Short Haul Business Class Catering Improving… Maybe?
Lufthansa has announced changes to its business class catering on short and medium haul flights. These updates are probably mostly positive, though we’ll have to wait until they’re fully rolled out to be sure.
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Review: Crowne Plaza Salalah Resort impresses with strong status recognition
Crowne Plaza Salalah Resort  – Booking  Choosing where to stay in Salalah, Oman turned out to be a fun dilemma… The post Review: Crowne Plaza Salalah Resort impresses with strong status recognition appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Major Aeroplan Changes: Air Canada Expands Dynamic Reward Chart to more Airlines
Air Canada has announced significant updates to its Aeroplan reward chart, set to take effect on March 25, 2025. These… The post Major Aeroplan Changes: Air Canada Expands Dynamic Reward Chart to more Airlines appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Buy Hilton points at 0.5 cents a point, with this 100% bonus promotion
Hilton’s Q1 promotion to buy Hilton points is a 100% bonus on a purchase of 5,000 points or more. The… The post Buy Hilton points at 0.5 cents a point, with this 100% bonus promotion appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Cathay World Elite Mastercard – Up to 40,000 Asia Miles and 15% off flights
Asia Miles is Cathay Pacific’s loyalty program that allows members to earn and redeem miles across the impressive One World… The post Cathay World Elite Mastercard – Up to 40,000 Asia Miles and 15% off flights appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Guide: Discovering the Breathtaking Landscapes of Salalah, Oman
Introduction Salalah, the capital of the Dhofar region and Oman’s second largest city is a hidden gem waiting to be… The post Guide: Discovering the Breathtaking Landscapes of Salalah, Oman appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Increased welcome bonus on RBC ION, and ION+ cards
RBC has updated the welcome bonus offer on  RBC ION and ION+ Visa cards, and the elevated offers are now… The post Increased welcome bonus on RBC ION, and ION+ cards appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Alaska Mileage Plan – Unique Redemptions & Amex MR Transfer Opportunity
The Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is a valuable rewards program that offers unique flight redemption options through 24 airline partners,… The post Alaska Mileage Plan – Unique Redemptions & Amex MR Transfer Opportunity appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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BMO VIPorter Mastercard suite set to launch in Spring 2025
Porter Airlines, BMO, and Mastercard have announced a new partnership to enhance travel rewards for Canadians. The collaboration will introduce… The post BMO VIPorter Mastercard suite set to launch in Spring 2025 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.