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Refreshed – Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt Review 2025
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt – Location and Access The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (MLL) at Frankfurt Airport… The post Refreshed – Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt Review 2025 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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What I Learned Travelling to China for the First Time
First Time to China In 2023, I travelled to China for the first time. Over the course of three weeks,… The post What I Learned Travelling to China for the First Time appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Lufthansa Business Class 747-400 Review – FRA to YYZ Upper Deck
Booking Lufthansa Business Class – Lisbon to Toronto This was my first time flying Lufthansa Business Class on a journey… The post Lufthansa Business Class 747-400 Review – FRA to YYZ Upper Deck appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Moxy Lisboa Oriente Review – Excellent value but limited amenities
Booking Moxy Lisboa Oriente Between February and late April each year, Marriott typically runs its Double Elite Night promotion, which… The post Moxy Lisboa Oriente Review – Excellent value but limited amenities appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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More waived purchase fee promos from VanillaGift, TheGiftCardShop & AmexGiftCard
VanillaGift.com, TheGiftCardShop.com, and AmexGiftCard.com are all once again offering waived purchase fees on Visa or Amex gift cards when using a promo code. The Deals Get waived purchase fees when buying the following gift cards: TheGiftCardShop – $200+ Visa gift cards with promo code NEWYEAR26 Direct link to offer VanillaGift...
One Mile at a Time
Let Them Eat Fruit: British Airways Cuts Hot Breakfast In Club Europe Business
British Airways will soon be rolling out a change that will no doubt be controversial with those who like their traditional English breakfast…
Points With a Crew
Why Won’t My Laptop Charge On A Plane?
If your laptop isn't charging on an airplane, that happened to me. Here are 3 strategies on how to fix the problem of laptops not charging on planes.
Live and Let’s Fly
My Top 10 Flights In 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we are wrapping up my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on my 10 favorite flights from 2025. My Top 10 Flights In 2025 As a reminder, this is not a top-10 all-time list, nor does it necessarily contain the 10 most...
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December 31 Bonus Offer Highlight: Best Western Rewards – Up to 3x points for stays in Austria, Germany & Switzerland
Today's bonus offer highlight is the latest extension of the up to 3x points offer from Best Western for stays at various hotels in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post December 31 Bonus Offer Highlight: Best Western Rewards – Up to 3x...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Do Hotels Do This?! The Most Baffling Design Choices We Keep Suffering Through
We’ve all been there — standing in a hotel room wondering who, exactly, designed this space and whether they’ve ever stayed in a hotel themselves. Because sometimes the rooms make…
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Refreshed – Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt Review 2025
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt – Location and Access The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (MLL) at Frankfurt Airport… The post Refreshed – Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt Review 2025 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Passenger Shoved Twice, FAA Inspector Said Remove The Aggressor—They Kicked Off The Man Reporting It
An American Airlines passenger says he was physically shoved twice—once before boarding and again after taking his seat on AA4586 from JFK to Indianapolis. He claims an FAA inspector onboard urged the crew to remove the aggressive traveler, but that American instead kicked off the man who reported it, leaving...
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Bilt card changes: Known knowns, known unknowns, & unknown unknowns
Three new Bilt credit cards will be launched on February 7, 2026 and we’ve been eagerly awaiting details to know how good (or not good) the cards will be. Over the past week or so, more definitive information has been shared in some areas, while there have also been numerous...
Altitude Yes
My 2025 Recap: Best Flights, Reflections, and Previewing 2026
Happy New Year, and here's to a fantastic 2026! The post My 2025 Recap: Best Flights, Reflections, and Previewing 2026 first appeared on Altitude Yes.
One Mile at a Time
Delta Flight Attendant Fired After Israel Missile Attack Flight… Now He’s Suing
A former Delta Air Lines flight attendant has filed a lawsuit against the airline, claiming the company retaliated against him following some concerns he had after working a flight to Israel, which got very close to a missile attack. This is an interesting case, as there’s a bit more to...
Live and Let’s Fly
The 10 Most Popular Live And Let’s Fly Posts Of 2025
What is “popular” should help you understand why, year after year, I focus on the stories that I do, though I’m sensing a change is afoot. As we close out the year of 2025, I’m looking back at the 10 most popular posts of 2025 in terms of traffic on...
One Mile at a Time
Cue The Drama: Philippine Airlines’ New Safety Video Is A “Safety Novela”
Nowadays airlines put a lot of effort into their safety videos, and basically view it as an extension of their marketing efforts.
View from the Wing
TSA Bin Etiquette: Are You Supposed to Stack Your Tray When You’re Done — or Just Walk Away?
A viral video shows a passenger collecting and stacking TSA bins after screening — and it’s reignited an airport etiquette fight. Some checkpoints expect you to bus your own tray, others tell passengers to leave them alone, and the germ factor makes the “helpful” move less appealing than it sounds. Continue...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 20% With Marriott Bonvoy
You can save up to 20% with Marriott Bonvoy off of the guest room standard rate when you stay at your choice of participating hotel and resort properties worldwide with its Escapes promotion, which offers exclusive savings every other Thursday through Sunday across select destinations... ...but you must... The post Save Up...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 in Review: My Top 10 Airport Lounges
I flew to and from 44 airports in 2025 (one more than 2024) across… The post 2025 in Review: My Top 10 Airport Lounges appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Bank of America Museums On Us: Get free entry to 200+ museums on 1st weekend of the month
For many years, Bank of America has offered cardholders complimentary access to hundreds of museums nationwide on the first full weekend of each month. That’s via a program called Museums on Us and it’s available to both credit and debit cardholders. The Deal Get free access to hundreds of museums...
One Mile at a Time
American’s Premium 787-9Ps With New Cabins: Which Routes Do They Fly?
Several months back, we saw American Airlines introduce its long awaited new Boeing 787-9Ps, featuring all-new cabins (not to be confused with the new Airbus A321XLRs, which are also a major development, but serve different missions). This is an exciting development for the airline, as it represents a significantly upgraded...
From The Tray Table
Reflecting on my 2025 travel year: 154,000 miles, 8 elite statuses, and 9 standout trips
2025 was a big year for me. I graduated from business school, moved back to New York City,… The post Reflecting on my 2025 travel year: 154,000 miles, 8 elite statuses, and 9 standout trips appeared first on From the Tray Table.
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FAA 2025 Stats: Over 60% of Delays Were Weather Related, & More
2025 brought further attention to air traffic control staffing and equipment issues, and weather-related irregular operations weren't an uncommon sighting. The post FAA 2025 Stats: Over 60% of Delays Were Weather Related, & More first appeared on Altitude Yes.
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 In Review: My Top 10 Posts
With 2025 coming to a close, I am once again taking a look back… The post 2025 In Review: My Top 10 Posts appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
ATX Jetsetter
2025 Travel Year in Review
Recapping a fun year of travel with the 2025 Travel Year in Review and looking ahead to what's coming in 2026. The post 2025 Travel Year in Review appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Flight Attendant Sues for Retaliation After Surviving Traumatic Tel Aviv Missile Attack
A Delta Air Lines flight attendant who was caught up in a ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv’s main airport in May 2025 is now suing the Atlanta-based carrier for retaliation after he was terminated in response to an investigation prompted by this incident. Mark Shannon, who had worked as...
The Bulkhead Seat
2025 In Review: My Top 10 In-Flight Meals
I flew on 174 flights in 2025. These were all in First or Business… The post 2025 In Review: My Top 10 In-Flight Meals appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Hot Mess – Swiss Business Class A330 Review from Montreal to Zurich
Booking Swiss Business Class Last month, I found myself heading to Toulouse (TLS), France, to host the very first edition… The post Hot Mess – Swiss Business Class A330 Review from Montreal to Zurich appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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My Experiences Travelling in the Middle East as a Woman
Over the last three years on five separate trips, I’ve visited nine countries across the Middle East: Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan,… The post My Experiences Travelling in the Middle East as a Woman appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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WestJet Elevation Lounge YYC Review: Is it Canada’s Best Domestic Lounge?
WestJet Elevation Lounge YYC – Location and Access My visit to the WestJet Elevation lounge in YYC was on my… The post WestJet Elevation Lounge YYC Review: Is it Canada’s Best Domestic Lounge? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Take my money – Bid to win Emirates Skywards Platinum for 20 Years!
The Emirates Skywards program is offering the chance to secure up to 20 years of Skywards Platinum status through a… The post Take my money – Bid to win Emirates Skywards Platinum for 20 Years! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aeroplan adds airBaltic as a new airline redemption partner
Aeroplan has added airBaltic as a new airline partner, expanding redemption options across Europe and select destinations beyond the continent.… The post Aeroplan adds airBaltic as a new airline redemption partner appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Airlines that Offer Amenity Kits in Economy Class
On long-haul flights, amenity kits are a given in First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy, though the quality can… The post Airlines that Offer Amenity Kits in Economy Class appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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My Preferred eSIM for Europe and Asia
eSIMs have completely changed the way I travel. They make staying connected abroad significantly easier, and they can save hundreds… The post My Preferred eSIM for Europe and Asia appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Join Us at the Next PMB Meetup in Vancouver
If you’re curious about the world of points, credit card rewards, and loyalty programs but aren’t quite sure where to… The post Join Us at the Next PMB Meetup in Vancouver appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.