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Lublin, la pépite culturelle d’Europe centrale
Varsovie, l’élégance discrète d’une capitale en mutation Lublin, la pépite culturelle d’Europe centrale ______________________________________________ Il est des villes qui n’ont pas besoin d’effets pour séduire. Elles avancent sans tapage, mais laissent une empreinte persistante. Lublin, grande ville de l’Est polonais, fait partie de celles-là. Ni tape-à-l’œil, ni vitrine figée, elle...
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La crise du SAF s’aggrave et force les compagnies à revoir leurs ambitions 2030
Le carburant d’aviation durable (SAF), longtemps présenté comme le pilier central de la transition énergétique, n’avance pas au rythme nécessaire. La sobriété du ton de Willie Walsh, Directeur général d’IATA, contrastait avec la gravité de son message, hier à Genève. Derrière les engagements publics, les stratégies « net zero » et les...
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Derrière la stabilité des profits, l’aviation face à ses limites structurelles
Le matin s’était levé brumeux sur Genève lorsque Willie Walsh, directeur général de l’Association Internationale du Transport Aérien (IATA) est monté sur scène, déterminé à doucher toute tentation de triomphalisme. Oui, l’aviation commerciale devrait atteindre en 2026 un profit net mondial de 41 milliards de dollars. Oui, la marge nette...
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La pénurie d’avions pourrait durer dix ans !
À Genève, lors du Global Media Day, l’intervention de Willie Walsh a recentré le débat : la menace qui plane aujourd’hui sur l’aviation mondiale n’est plus uniquement économique, réglementaire, ni même environnementale. Elle est aussi et surtout industrielle. Selon le Directeur général d’IATA, la désorganisation persistante de la supply chain...
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Frequent Miler
Preferred Hotels promo: Earn 1,000 bonus points when joining iPrefer with promo code LMEDEC25
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is offering 1,000 bonus points when joining their loyalty program and using promo code LMEDEC25. The Deal Earn 1,000 bonus points when joining the Preferred Hotels iPrefer loyalty program with promo code LMEDEC25. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expiry date unknown. Quick Thoughts 1,000 points...
Travel Codex
Oceanwide Expeditions and the M/V Hondius
If you’re the kind of traveler who prefers a Zodiac ride past calving glaciers over a pool deck and umbrella drink, then Oceanwide Expeditions should be on your radar. This is a company built for travelers who want true, boots‑on‑the‑ground (and ice) exploration. No fluff, no big ship crowds, just...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Titaner Trident 3-Level Titanium Zipper Lock
The Titaner Trident zipper lock comes with 3 different levels of "locked", giving you the tradeoff between convenience and security. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Live and Let’s Fly
Are Pilots Paid Too Much?
Are pilots paid too much in the Untied States? That’s probably the wrong question to ask, but it is an issue to consider when airlines are losing money flying. Pilot Pay, Airline Economics, And An Awkward Question The Industry Avoids A recent post by an American Airlines pilot has reignited...
Miles To Memories
Save $200 on Premium Vacation Rental Through Capital One [Targeted]
Save $200 on Premium Vacation Rental Through Capital One Some Capital One cardholders have an offer for a $200 discount on a vacation rental booking through Capital One Travel. These properties at part of Premier or Lifestyle Collection and most of them have a minimum of 2 nights, which makes...
View from the Wing
Hyatt Promises 4PM Late Checkout — Some Hotels Now Say Pack At Noon And Switch Rooms
A Hyatt elite member says two properties recently offered a blunt tradeoff: keep a suite, or keep the guaranteed 4 p.m. late checkout. At the Park Hyatt Saigon and Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, they were told to pack up at noon and move into a “courtesy room” to stay until...
Frequent Miler
Air France/KLM: Save $50 with promo code AFHOLIDAY5 or KLHOLIDAY5
Air France and KLM are both running a promotion through December 30 that’s giving a $50 discount when booking a paid flight. The Deal Save $50 on paid flights with Air France & KLM: Air France – use promo code AFHOLIDAY5 KLM – use promo code KLHOLIDAY5 Direct link to...
PointsMath
Earn Asia Miles via Transfer Bonuses to Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific’s Asia Miles program regularly runs transfer bonus promotions with hotel programs and credit card partners. These offers let you earn extra Asia Miles without flying, often significantly improving the value of your points. This page tracks current Asia Miles transfer bonuses. Here is the detail. Other Cathay Pacific...
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BoardingArea
Review: United Club – Denver (DEN), Concourse B (West)
United’s newest lounge in Denver is one of the largest in the system gets my vote for the most beautiful domestic United Club in the network. The summary The lounge is near gate B32 on the west side of Denver International’s massive B concourse.  The lounge builds on the Colorado-themed...
Live and Let’s Fly
Tacos Al Pastor On United Airlines…
I tried the “Tacos Al Pastor” on a recent United Airlines flight and was pleasantly surprised. While the presentation may be lacking, the tacos were surprisingly good tacos for being reheated at 35,000 feet. Taste Test: Tacos Al Pastor From United Airlines Bistro On Board Menu United Airlines offers a...
One Mile at a Time
Miracle: Pakistan International Airlines Privatized, As Investors Take 75% Stake
For years, Pakistan’s government has been trying to privatize its struggling national airline, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The latest such bid was launched in April 2025, which came shortly after the company reported its first ”profit” in decades, and also managed to shed most of its legacy debt issues.
You Are Travel
Misplaced Your Boeing 737? Have You Checked the Parking Lot? – Air India Rediscovers Plane After 13 Years Being ‘Lost’
Tl;dr – An Air India plane recently was rediscovered, after over 12 years hiding in plain sight.  Wild… The post Misplaced Your Boeing 737? Have You Checked the Parking Lot? – Air India Rediscovers Plane After 13 Years Being ‘Lost’ appeared first on You Are Travel.
View from the Wing
The Real Reason Riyadh Air Can’t Serve Alcohol — Saudi Law Began With a Royal Scandal, Not Religion
Riyadh Air is being pitched as Saudi Arabia’s new premium global airline, but it can’t serve alcohol because Saudi law still prohibits it. What most people miss is why that rule exists: it wasn’t imposed for religious reasons so much as triggered by a royal family scandal after a drunk...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Reindeer in Snowy Northern Finland. Short Video Included.
I spotted reindeer in snowy northern Finland as I was driving north on Highway E8 towards Kittilä in the Lapland of the country. Just in time for Christmas, here are some photographs and a video of my brief experience. Along the side of the road was... The post Reindeer in Snowy Northern...
The Bulkhead Seat
Avelo Airlines Launches Wilmington’s First International Route With New Punta Cana Service
Avelo Airlines officially launched Wilmington International Airport’s (ILM) first international route with nonstop service… The post Avelo Airlines Launches Wilmington’s First International Route With New Punta Cana Service appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Southwest Profits Plunge 42%, But Wall Street Is Betting Big On 2026
Southwest’s finances may be stumbling right now, but the airline appears convinced its new strategy will deliver a stronger 2026, and its stock market performance suggests many investors agree. I’m not rooting against Southwest, but I remain skeptical that the current optimism will translate into durable success once the real...
Frequent Miler
Capital One Shopping offering $80 referral bonus for both sides
Capital One Shopping has once again increased the referral bonus when getting someone to sign up to the shopping portal for the first time, with $80 available to both sides if targeted. The Deal Get $80 when referring someone to Capital One Shopping. My referral link. I think I’m already...
Travel Codex
Plane Crash: Libya Chief of General Staff Killed, Six Others
A jet carrying Libya’s top general crashed after takeoff in Turkey, briefly closing Ankara’s airspace and exposing how fragile high-level travel can be. Crash Kills Key Military Personnel for Libyan Army On December 23, a Dassault Falcon 50 departing Ankara crashed shortly after takeoff, killing everyone onboard, including Libya’s army...
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Hiring Manager To Teach Flight Attendants How To Pitch Credit Cards
Finally, an airline job I’m qualified for…
One Mile at a Time
Delta Promises $15K Bump, Retroactively Slashes Offer 90%, Gaslights Customer
It’s common for airlines to oversell flights, and in some cases, they then need to find people to take alternative flights. Airlines first need to solicit volunteers, and they’ll typically offer some sort of travel credit or voucher to get people to agree to volunteer. When an airline simply solicits...
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Delta’s CEO Suggests Flights Were Better When ‘The Masses Couldn’t Afford To Fly’—But The Real Story Is Crowded Planes, Stress, And Bad Data
Delta CEO Ed Bastian says civility declined because airfares dropped enough for "the masses" to fly—but he’s overlooking the real triggers: crowded cabins, pandemic stress, and shifting passenger norms. Here's what the data really reveals about onboard conflicts. Continue reading Delta’s CEO Suggests Flights Were Better When ‘The Masses Couldn’t Afford...
Eye of the Flyer
FINAL DAYS: A Delta MQD Run from Your Couch (or Other Favorite Furniture) for $2,500
OK, procrastinators. Here’s your last chance. If you still need Delta SkyMiles® Medallion® Qualification Dollars (MQD) toward 2026 status, you might be in luck — even if you don’t have any flights planned for the rest of this year. $2,500 MQD for Holding a Credit Card Four Delta SkyMiles® American...
View from the Wing
Hotel Zena Is A Female Empowerment Hotel — My Status Still Got Me A Suite
I wasn't sure I'd feel at home at a 'female empowerment hotel' - but Hotel Zena (1) gave me a suite as a status upgrade, and (2) has a portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg that's just awesome. Continue reading Hotel Zena Is A Female Empowerment Hotel — My Status...
One Mile at a Time
15 Emirates First Class Secrets & Tips, From Hidden Cameras To Room Service
There are a lot of amazing first class products in the world, though Emirates first class is among my favorites. That’s true whether you’re flying the Airbus A380, and can enjoy the inflight shower and bar, or whether you’re flying the new Boeing 777, and can enjoy among the world’s...
The Travelers Club
Status match Royal Air Maroc : un accès immédiat aux niveaux Sapphire et Emerald de oneworld
Royal Air Maroc déploie une initiative qui attirera immédiatement l’attention des voyageurs fréquents : une opération de status match payante, pensée pour offrir un accès direct aux statuts Silver, Gold ou Platinum de Safar Flyer, et donc aux niveaux Ruby, Sapphire et Emerald de l’alliance oneworld. L’offre, structurée et assumée,...
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Etihad récompense les vainqueurs de son « Extraordinary Challenge »
Dans une période où les programmes de fidélité rivalisent d’ingéniosité pour stimuler l’engagement, Etihad Airways vient de clore l’une des opérations les plus singulières de son histoire récente. Baptisée Extraordinary Challenge, cette compétition internationale, lancée au moment où la compagnie d’Abu Dhabi multiplie les ouvertures de lignes, a poussé des...
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Qatar Airways renouvelle ses kits Diptyque
Dans le paysage du transport aérien premium, où chaque marque tente de formuler sa propre vision du confort en vol, Qatar Airways continue de cultiver un style singulier, fondé sur une attention méthodique aux détails. Le renouvellement de ses kits de confort réalisés avec la maison parisienne Diptyque s’inscrit dans...
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Starlux et American Airlines signent un accord d’interligne inédit
Alors que la concurrence s’intensifie sur le marché transpacifique, Starlux et American Airlines officialisent un accord d’interligne. Une collaboration a priori basique, mais qui illustre la stratégie des deux transporteurs : d’un côté, Starlux sécurise ses ambitions américaines ; de l’autre, American consolide sa connectivité domestique en s’adossant à un acteur...
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Air India : 400 millions de dollars pour réinventer ses cabines (un chantier marathon jusqu’en 2028)
Privatisée fin 2021 et de retour dans le giron de Tata Group, son propriétaire historique, Air India s’est engagée dans un plan de transformation d’une ampleur rarement vue dans l’aviation commerciale indienne. Mais si la vision est ambitieuse, l’exécution s’annonce longue et semée d’embûches. Air India : une renaissance sous...
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UPS 747-8F : atterrissage à haut risque à Taipei en plein typhon
Sous un ciel saturé de pluie, secoué par des rafales à plus de 90 km/h, un géant du fret de plus de 400 tonnes s’aligne sur la piste 05L de Taipei. Ce 13 août 2025, le Boeing 747-8F de UPS Airlines termine sa troisième tentative d’atterrissage après deux remises de...
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Incident sur la ligne Paris–Tel Aviv : un contrôleur français suspendu après un « Free Palestine »
Dans l’aviation civile, les fréquences radio sont sacrées : elles ne tolèrent que les échanges strictement nécessaires à la sécurité et à la gestion du trafic. Le 11 août 2025, cette règle intangible a été rompue au-dessus de l’Île-de-France, lorsqu’un contrôleur aérien français a adressé un « Free Palestine » aux pilotes d’un...
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Un Airbus A330neo avec Première classe pour Air Côte d’Ivoire
Fin août, Air Côte d’Ivoire franchira une étape majeure de son développement avec la livraison de son premier Airbus A330neo. Plus qu’un simple renfort de flotte, cet appareil symbolise l’entrée de la compagnie dans un cercle extrêmement restreint : celui des transporteurs osant proposer une cabine distincte du produit Business,...