Young Travelers of Hong Kong
6 Observations From My First easyJet Experience (Finally!)
Out of the 300,000+ miles I've flown, none were with easyJet until recently – here's my experience from a fresh pair of eyes. The post 6 Observations From My First easyJet Experience (Finally!) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)
A review of Cathay Pacific's tired-but-trusty 777 premium economy from LHR to HKG, which flies some of the airline's highest-yield routes. The post Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Etihad A350 Business Class (AUH-LHR)
A review of Etihad's A350 business class, featuring their brand-new enclosed suite, on a flight from Abu Dhabi to London. The post Review: Etihad A350 Business Class (AUH-LHR) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Cathay Makes Elite Status Easier to Earn for 2023
Cathay is making elite status easier to earn for 2023. This post summarises and comments on the new changes. The post Cathay Makes Elite Status Easier to Earn for 2023 appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Michael W Travels
Win A Trip For 2 To The Channel Islands
Toad & Co is running the Gift for Good Sweepstakes. In the sweepstakes one lucky winner will win a trip for two to the Channel Islands! The prize includes airfare, ferry tickets to the islands, a $200 Trader Joe’s gift card and more. I’ve never been to the Channel Islands and...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Ryanair Boss Blasts British Air Traffic Agency After Second Computer Meltdown Delays Flights at Gatwick Airport
The outspoken boss of Ryanair has lashed out at the British air traffic agency after a localised computer outage led to flight delays and cancellations at Gatwick Airport on Saturday. The outage was fairly short-lived and nothing like the massive computer meltdown back in August when two important systems run...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 226
Hertz has been featured in the past in this series of articles — in this article and in this article — and Hertz appears once again. While I was pricing a vehicle for a future rental, I spotted something that I thought qualified Hertz once again for this series of...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Hotels Have Free Ice Machines (It’s Not What You’d Think)
Regardless of brand, there’s a standard set of amenities you can expect to find in most American hotels. We’ve already explained some of them in the past, like: why hotel…
View from the Wing
Union Demands United Airlines Pay Flight Attendants When They Aren’t Flying
United’s flight attendants union – the same union that downplayed boarding pay at Spirit – wants to one-up Delta, American, and SkyWest. They want boarding pay like Delta, and like what’s been offered at American (50% pay), but they also want “Ground Time Pay” (50% pay). Continue reading Union Demands United Airlines...
Frequent Miler
Apple dumps Goldman Sachs, 25 tips for traveling with a baby and did Marriott Bonvoy free night certs? (Saturday Selection)
Apple dumps Goldman Sachs, 25 tips for traveling with a baby and did Marriott make a mistake by nixing free night certificate extensions? All that and more in this week’s Saturday Selection, our weekly round-up of interesting tidbits from around the interwebs (links to each article are embedded in the...
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Agent Caught Playing Video Games Instead Of Helping Customers
Sometimes an agent just needs a moment to decompress, as seems to be the case with this Southwest Airlines employee who appears to be playing a video game instead of helping customers, as captured on video by a passenger at BWI airport in Baltimore. Continue reading Southwest Airlines Agent Caught Playing...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: December 09, 2023
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend! I just wrapped up my quick round the world review trip. I had an amazing time, but goodness am I tired. I’ll be rolling out the full trip report soon, so stay tuned. On the points & travel front, this week Delta...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (9th December)
Hallo und Grüezi im Zuirch. Or rather, where I was today. I suspect when I hit publish, I’ll be somewhere at Heathrow waiting for a coach. Nonetheless, it is Saturday, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond, as I celebrate the last hours of...
Points With a Crew
The September 2001 Airport Security Deleted Scene From Friends
An airport security scene from Friends was supposed to air in September 2001, but was removed after the events of 9/11. The one word you should never ...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Hassle of Picking a Rental Car: Understanding Car Rental Policies for Choosing a Car
I remember when I first became a National Car Rental Emerald Club member. That status gave me the privilege of booking a midsize car and being able to rent any…
Miles To Memories
Big News! A Satisfactory “Free” Hotel Breakfast Still Exists
I rarely eat the complimentary hotel breakfast these days. But I was recently reminded why I shouldn't give up on the option. The post Big News! A Satisfactory “Free” Hotel Breakfast Still Exists appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points With a Crew
Woah – Easy (Up to) $200 From Capital One Shopping
Hurry as I don't expect this deal to last - you can get an easy (up to) $200 by signing up for the Capital One shopping portal and installing their browser extension.
View from the Wing
The D In Delta Stands For Dirty: Passengers Say It’s Time The Airline Cleans Its Planes [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading The D In Delta Stands For Dirty: Passengers Say It’s Time The Airline Cleans Its Planes [Roundup]...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
I Just Walked 23 Miles.
I just walked 23 miles in several hours for no real reason at all. I did so without stopping for a break — not even to use a toilet. I simply got into a rhythm that fed upon itself, I suppose. Readers of The Gate With Brian Cohen know that I...
View from the Wing
Earn Double Points (Up To 10x) For A Year With Chase’s Best ‘Everyday’ Credit Card
I’m a big fan of the Chase Freedom Unlimited®. I have had it for a number of years and it’s the best Chase card for spending outside of bonus-earning categories (it is the best consumer card for everyday regular spend). It has no annual fee and it earns at least 1.5...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Cuts New York LaGuardia to Salt Lake City and Las Vegas Routes
Delta Air Lines announced in June that it was running once weekly flights from… The post Delta Cuts New York LaGuardia to Salt Lake City and Las Vegas Routes appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
20% off Marriott gift cards with email code [Targeted?]
Marriott is offering 20% off on up to $3,000 in gift cards via a possibly targeted email being sent to Marriott credit card holders. There is a unique code in the email that you’ll have to click through to get this discount, but this could be a very good deal....
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Qantas International First Lounge Sydney (SYD)
The Qantas International First Lounge in Sydney (SYD) is one of my favorite lounges in the entire world, with a delicious menu of food and drinks, excellent service, and a tranquil spa. Qantas International First Lounge Sydney Review As the largest Qantas hub, Sydney features an expansive first class lounge...
Miles To Memories
JetBlue Mint Review: Cross-Country Comfort Thanks to “Move to Mint”
After years of travel over which I've logged more than half a million miles in the air, I was able to enjoy JetBlue Mint. It's been on the list of cabins to fly for ages.  The trip was also an incredible value, thanks to a Move to Mint upgrade. The...
Monkey Miles
$200 Referral 🤯🤯🤯 just for signing up for Capital One Shopping ( leave referrals )
$75 Referral just for signing up for Capital One Shopping ( leave referrals ) The post $200 Referral 🤯🤯🤯 just for signing up for Capital One Shopping ( leave referrals ) appeared first on Monkey Miles.
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Stranded Passengers Turn 8-Hour Delay into an Impromptu Hallmark Movie Production
Everyone has experienced a delay at airports, especially during the heavy travel season. Weather, airplane, and other delays can turn an otherwise normal travel experience into a nightmare. A couple of passengers stranded at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport decided to film a Hallmark-inspired movie during their eight-hour delay. Kristin Litzenberg...
Points With a Crew
14 Amazon Tech And Travel Deals This Weekend
Amazon is running some great weekend deals, including headphones, books, toys, luggage, tech and travel gifts and Apple AirTags at their lowest price in 30 days...
Point Me to the Plane
A Weekend in Beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia
Here are top tips for what to do, see, and eat in Vancouver. The city is also a starting point for adventures to Whistler, Vancouver Island and Alaska.
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
A Guide to Cathay’s New Award Redemption Rates [Effective 1st of October, 2023]
A summary of the Cathay programme's October changes to mileage redemption rates, including observations on redemption ticket prices changes. The post A Guide to Cathay’s New Award Redemption Rates [Effective 1st of October, 2023] appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
Review: HK Express A321 (HKG-BKK)
Review Overview YTHK'S VERDICT For a low-cost carrier, HK Express offers excellent value for money. From reasonably priced tickets, to a generous cabin baggage allowance, to friendly onboard service, I found the onboard experience to be pleasant. That being said, the legroom on the aircraft was extremely tight. To quote...
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
Review: Etihad Business Class Lounge T3, Abu Dhabi (AUH)
A review of Etihad's flagship business class lounge at Abu Dhabi's Terminal 3, available to all of the airline's business class passengers. The post Review: Etihad Business Class Lounge T3, Abu Dhabi (AUH) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Etihad 787 Business Class (BKK-AUH)
A review of Etihad's 787 business class, featuring the seat, amenities, a-la-carte dining, service, and more. The post Review: Etihad 787 Business Class (BKK-AUH) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: British Airways 787 Economy Class (LHR-YUL)
A review of British Airways' long-standing 787 economy class on the seven-hour evening hop from London to Montreal. The post Review: British Airways 787 Economy Class (LHR-YUL) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Act Fast: Cathay First Class Award Space Between Hong Kong and London (Nov/Dec 2023)
There's now more award space than ever in Cathay Pacific first class between Hong Kong and London...do book if you're able! The post Act Fast: Cathay First Class Award Space Between Hong Kong and London (Nov/Dec 2023) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Miracle Lounge Concourse D, Bangkok (BKK)
A review of the Miracle Lounge Bangkok, located by the airport's Concourse D and accessible to Priority Pass cardholders. The post Review: Miracle Lounge Concourse D, Bangkok (BKK) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Flying Hong Kong Airlines – Not Fully Recovered Yet, But Good Enough [2023]
I flew Hong Kong Airlines' business class a few years after their financial meltdown. Here's how the airline is faring in 2023. The post Flying Hong Kong Airlines – Not Fully Recovered Yet, But Good Enough [2023] appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.