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60% Rabatt auf ausgewählte Iberia Plus Einlösungen
Bei Iberia Plus Meileneinlösungen sparen … Iberia Plus hat erneut einen 60% Rabatt auf Einlösungen bei Iberia laufen. Bei diesem Durchgang sind ausgewählte Strecken in Eco und Business reduziert. Bedingungen: „Redemption Campaign – October 2025Offer of up to 60% Avios discount on the purchase of redemption tickets on Iberia Group routes (Iberia, Iberia...
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British Airways hat zwei wunderschöne neue Lounges in Dubai und Miami eröffnet
British Airways legt die eigene Messlatte für ein Premium-Flughafenerlebnis höher und eröffnet die ersten beiden Lounges mit einem neuen Designkonzept am Miami International Airport (MIA) und am Dubai International Airport (DXB). Die beiden neuen Lounges sollen einen ersten Schritt im neuen Premium-Fokus der britischen Fluggesellschaft markieren, die Teil eines 7 Milliarden...
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DEAL: Etihad Business Medan – Abu Dhabi (Oneway): 420 Euro
Mit der Etihad Business von Medan nach Abu Dhabi … In letzter Zeit tauchen regelmäßig günstige Etihad Oneways abgehend von Asien auf. Derzeit fliegt man kurzfristig sehr günstig von Medan in Indonesien nach Abu Dhabi. Reisezeitraum: „VALID FOR TRAVEL COMMENCING ON/BEFORE 11NOV 25.“ Sale: „TICKETS MUST BE ISSUED ON/BEFORE 19OCT 25.“ Buchungsklasse: P (Etihad Business) Die Flüge...
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EXZELLENT: Qatar 787 Business Doha – Berlin
Um 650 Euro von Mumbai über Doha nach Berlin … Doha (DOH) – Berlin (BER)Qatar Airways 787-9 BusinessDeal: sehr günstiger DealChampagner: Charles Heidsieck und Duval Leroy Rose Qatar Airways hat regelmäßig sehr gute Business Deals von Indien nach Europa laufen. Bei 650 Euro in der Qatar Business von Mumbai nach Berlin dankt...
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Skyline Shuffle: Who’s Flying Where Next Summer
If you thought the UK route map had settled down, think again. Airlines are swapping slots, adding frequencies, and plotting summer comebacks faster than you can say “terminal congestion.” From United’s long-awaited return to Glasgow to IndiGo’s Heathrow debut and Riyadh Air’s royal entrance, here’s what’s changing in the skies...
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Phoenix And Seattle Among Growing List Of Airports To Ban Kristi Noem’s Democrat Bashing TSA Video
A growing list of US airports are refusing to play a controversial TSA video at security checkpoints that features Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the continuing government shutdown. Amongst the airports that have banned the video are Phoenix Sky Harbor and Seattle Tacoma, as well as Las Vegas...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: New, tighter luggage rules for Economy from February 2026
If you’re one of those travellers who treat ‘carry-on only’ as an extreme sport, Virgin Australia is about to spoil your fun with new luggage rules. From 2 February 2026, you are going to have to read the fine print on your ticket confirmation. What a pain. Most Economy passengers will be...
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British Airways Unveils a New Lounge Design Concept
British Airways has just unveiled a brand new lounge design concept that will be used in all of its lounges moving forward. The carrier operates a vast network of lounges and I can’t wait to see this concept rolled out across its network. British Airways Makes Major Updates to its...
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Four Seasons Telluride – Resort and Residences Coming in 2028
tl;dr – The luxury chain will open a small-ish property in the Colorado mountain town. Expected in 2028, the Four Seasons Telluride will be a smaller property, with just 43 hotel rooms and 26 residences.  Source: Four Seasons Telluride Offering ski-in/ski-out access (and a ski valet), the property will also include amenities such...
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7 nights in London and Norway: Mountains, fjords and ferries (Tim’s 100K Vacay Journal)
Congrats to Stephen Pepper, who deservedly won the 2025 Frequent Miler Annual Challenge, 100K Vacay! The goal this year was for us to compete to see who could plan the best vacation using no more than 100,000 points and $1,000 in cash. All of our lodging and our international flights...
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The Andaz Hong Kong Central – Coming 2027
tl;dr – Hyatt will open an Andaz in the planned Central Crossing development in Hong Kong. A Hyatt hotel will be a part of a major development project in Hong Kong, Central Crossing. While there aren’t too many details out there right now (Hyatt has made only a passing mention of...
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‘Something Doesn’t Sound Right’ – Woman Attempts to Open Emergency Exit Mid-flight After Hearing from Her ‘Pilot’ Boyfriend (Video)
tl;dr – A bizarre scene unfolding onboard a JetBlue flight where a woman attempted to open the emergency door. A bizarre encounter here. On a JetBlue flight, a woman attempted to open the emergency exit door mid-flight (multiple times) before being confronted by flight attendants and other passengers. As you can...
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Which Chase Ink card is best? (90,000 Ultimate Rewards or $1,000)
KEY LINKS: Chase Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card – Earn $900 bonus cash back after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. $0 annual fee. Chase Ink Business Cash® Credit Card – Earn $900 when you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months...
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200-Key JW Marriott Tokyo Now Open
tl;dr – Another option for Marriott loyalists visiting the Japanese metropolis.  Marriott recently opened the doors to its newest Tokyo property – the JW Marriott Tokyo. Let’s dive in.  Occupying seven floors of the tower, the JW Marriott Tokyo is a 200-room property offering its guests sweeping views of the Tokyo skyline.  Source:...
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The One Thing You Should NOT Do When Rental Cars Are Not Available When You Arrive
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How to transfer Avios between British Airways, Qatar, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Finnair and Loganair
British Airways, Qatar, Aer Lingus, Iberia, Finnair, regional Scottish airline Loganair, and Vueling (a low-cost carrier) all share a common rewards currency: Avios. Strangely, despite sharing a currency, each program has its own loyalty program with differing fees, award prices, and rules. Since they are partners, it’s often possible to book...
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The Second American Express Lounge in Las Vegas is Getting Closer to Opening
While heading home from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) today, I noticed that the new Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is coming along nicely in Concourse D. This will be a new concept for American Express and the second lounge that the credit card issuer will operate in...
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[ENDS WEDNESDAY] Mesa Card Earns Points For Mortgages, Rarely Offers A Bonus—50K Points Available Until October 15
Offer extended to October 15, 2025 The no annual fee Mesa card is great. You earn points for your mortgage and don’t even have to pay the mortgage with the card. You just tell them how much your mortgage is, and they award you the points as long...
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Air Serbia Brings Back Nonstop Flights Between Belgrade and Toronto After 33-Year Hiatus
Air Serbia announced today that it will launch nonstop flights between Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) beginning May 23rd. This marks a major expansion of the airline’s long-haul network and strengthens its transatlantic presence with a route that was last operated by defunct Yugoslavian...
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My New Go-To International Travel Card
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Hyatt Growing Its “Caption” Brand – Debuts Hotels in Tokyo and Sydney
tl;dr – There are now five Caption by Hyatt hotels open worldwide.  Way back in 2019, Hyatt announced Caption by Hyatt, part of the chain’s heavy lean into the lifestyle segment. Though Hyatt’s been on a tear in terms of launches and acquisitions, activity with Caption by Hyatt has been slow-going...
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Marriott out with another around of targeted bonus point offers
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‘Marriott Wouldn’t Help’: She Booked A Quiet Night Away — And Found Herself Standing Outside An Unfinished Hotel
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Grieving Loss: What An Emotional Roller Coaster (And A Huge Thank You!)
10 days ago, my mom passed away after a very long battle with ovarian cancer. I published a post the same day — “My Mom’s Suffering Is Over: Reflecting On The Best Of Times, Worst Of Times” — which I actually started writing while sitting next to her in her...
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Holiday Inn Express Cincinnati SE Newport Hotel Review
In 2025, as part of a staycation, I stayed one night at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati SE Newport. This Holiday Inn Express Cincinnati SE Newport review will give an idea of the different amenities and features of the hotel and hopefully help you decide if you want...
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The Secret Map Every London Traveler Needs
The London Underground, also known as the Underground or simply the Tube, is the rapid transit system serving Greater London and some of its more outer, adjacent areas. Why Accessibility Matters on the London Underground The various stations of the Underground have been built (and subsequently rebuilt and/or expanded) throughout the 19th, 20th...
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What Not to Do When Visiting Hawai‘i (And No, Staying in Waikīkī All Week Isn’t a Crime)
If you’ve spent even five minutes on social media before your Hawai‘i trip, you’ve probably been told — usually by someone holding a coconut in front of a drone shot — exactly what not to do here. Don’t go to Waikīkī. Don’t eat at chain restaurants. Don’t stay in a...
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Goodbye to My Favorite Amazon Pay With Points Angle?!
Amazon Pay With Points I don’t generally place the words “Amazon” and “favorite” close together.  My favorite Amazon move has been ignoring the company and shopping elsewhere.  But what draws me in, other than the occasional free month of Prime membership, are Amazon pay with points offers.  Amazon shoppers can routinely...
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So sieht das neue Design der British Airways Lounges aus
Bei British Airways gibt es frische Lounges … British Airways hat neue Lounges in Miami und Dubai eröffnet. Die Lounges spiegeln das neue Loungedesign der Airline wieder. Beide Lounges bieten auch einen First Bereich (= Concorde Room). British Airways Lounge in Miami British Airways Lounge in Dubai Concorde Rooms in Dubai oder Miami Quelle: Pressemitteilung Das...
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DEAL: Qatar Business Delhi – Wien (Oneway): 740 Euro
Mit der Qatar Business von Delhi nach Wien … Qatar Airways hat einen exzellenten Sale abgehend von Delhi laufen. Also eigentlich greift Qatar Airways Indigo mit einem Wetleas unter die Arme, das führt aber auf dieser Streck zu sehr interessante Oneways mit Qatar Airways selbst. Oneways – auch in Qsuite Business...
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Über 40% Mystery BONUS bei Marriott Bonvoy Punktesale
Bei Marriott Bonvoy Punkte mit Bonus kaufen … Marriott Bonvoy hat wieder einen Punktesale aufgelegt. Derzeit gibt es wieder einen Mystery Bonus über 40%. Damit lassen sich gute Einlösungen bewerkstelligen. Der Umweg über Punktekauf muss aber keine Ersparnis darstellen! Die Bedingungen: “Transactions must be completed between 9:00 a.m. ET October 9, 2025, and 11:59...
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650 Euro REVIEW: Qatar 777 Qsuite Business Mumbai – Doha
Mit einem sehr günstigen Ticket von Mumbai über Doha nach Berlin … Mumbai (BOM) – Doha (DOH)Qatar Airways 777-300 Qsuite BusinessDeal: sehr günstiger DealChampagner: Alfred Gratien Brut oder Devaux Cuvee D Rose Qatar Airways hat dieses Jahr extrem günstige Business Tickets von Mumbai nach Deutschland laufen gehabt (Beitrag). Regelmäßige Leser meiner Page...
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DEAL: Etihad Business Hanoi – Abu Dhabi (Oneway): 400 Euro
Mit der Etihad Business von Hanoi nach Abu Dhabi … Im November hat Etihad einen sehr nette Business Deal von Hanoi nach Abu Dhabi laufen. Oneway fliegt man um angenehme 400 Euro. Reisezeitraum: „VALID FOR TRAVEL COMMENCING ON/AFTER 02NOV 25 AND ON/BEFORE 20NOV 25.“ Sale: „TICKETS MUST BE ISSUED ON/BEFORE 19OCT 25.“ Buchungsklasse: P (Etihad Business) Die Flüge...
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Marriott Bonvoy Status Challenge: 16 Nächte zum Platinum Status bis Ende 2026
Marriott Bonvoy Status Challenge mit 16 Nächten zum Platinum … Marriott Bonvoy hat seit Ewigkeiten eine Status Challenge laufen. 16 Nächte in 90 Tagen bringen dir den Platinum Status. Wer die Challenge 2025 durchführt, sichert sich den Status für 2025 und 2026. Man meldet sich über die Hotline für die Status Challenge...
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Die Singapore Flüge für die Marriott Status Challenge in Europa fliegen: 300 Euro für Star Alliance Gold
Mit vier Flügen und einem Marriott Status den Star Alliance Gold günstig holen … Marriott Bonvoy und Singapore KrisFlyer haben eine gemeinsame Status Match Promo laufen. Eine ähnliche Aktion kennen wir bereits mit Shangri-La. Hat man dort einen Jade Status kann man sich mit vier Flügen einen Gold Status (= Star...
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480 QUALIFYING POINTS: LOT Business Budapest – Mumbai (Return): 1.350 Euro
Mit der LOT Business von Budapest nach Mumbai … LOT hat den sehr guten Preis für die Business von Budapest nach Mumbai wieder zurückgebracht. Reise- und Buchungszeitraum sind offen! Ein Mindestaufenthalt ist gegeben: „TRAVEL FROM LAST STOPOVER MUST COMMENCE NO EARLIER THAN 6DAYS AFTER DEPARTURE FROM FARE ORIGINOR – TRAVEL FROM LAST STOPOVER MUST...