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Promotion Weekly February 2026 Second Edition

Here are the latest promotion weekly for the February 2026 Second Edition, covering airline miles and hotel points promotions, including opportunities to buy miles and points with bonuses & discount, book award flights for fewer miles, earn bonus miles and points, save on stays at major hotel chains, earn points...

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Buy Flying Blue Miles with up to 45% discount [1.68¢/Mile]

Flying Blue is the miles currency of Air France and KLM, a SkyTeam Alliance member. If you’re short of miles, buying them can make sense. Buying Flying Blue Miles until 5 March 2026 can get you up to a 45% discount. These miles can also be used to book flying...

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Virgin Atlantic Status Match Promotion for British Airways Members

Virgin Atlantic has a regular status match year-round and has now launched the “Save your tiers” promotion for British Airways elite members. Virgin Atlantic Status Match Promotion for British Airways Members Until 23 February, members of The British Airways Club can level up with an enhanced status match: However, at...

Live from a Lounge

Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026

Here are the upcoming changes to the Air India network, where the 787s are taking over many routes. The post Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

One Mile at a Time

Marriott Bonvoy Rewards: How To Redeem Points For The Best Value

I write a lot about the value of hotel loyalty programs, and in this post, I’d like to specifically look at the best ways to go about redeeming points issued by Marriott Bonvoy, and share how I typically go about redeeming my points to maximize value. Separately, I’ve written guides to...

View from the Wing

Passenger Brings Own Caviar Onboard American Airlines First Class—Calls It “Premium GenPop” [Roundup]

An American Airlines passenger decided to create their own premium experience. A new transfer bonus has launched from Chase. United is launching even more O'Hare flights in its fierce battle to drive out American, and more.

Eye of the Flyer

Free* Southwest Flights Through February 2027, Air France Business Class Reviews, Travel Lovers Ideas, and More!

A stunning promotion was announced this week — and can save you a lot of money on airfare if you travel with a companion throughout the year. Plus, we have a pair of Air France business class reviews. Finally, there are several Valentine’s Day travel ideas that don’t necessarily have to...

One Mile at a Time

12 Features That Make A Business Class Experience Great… Or Not

I sometimes share what I consider to be the world’s best business class seats, and also what I view as the world’s best business class airlines. In this post, I’d like to talk more broadly about the amenities, services, and features, that make a business class product great.

Live and Let’s Fly

LA’s “Hottest” Coffee Shop Is Found Inside Someone’s Home

A viral LA coffee counter runs from a private home, and it raises big questions about safety, access, and whether this model can travel. Los Angeles has never been shy about eating (or drinking) in unconventional places. Taco trucks are better than anything with a reservation. Pop-ups are incredibly transitory...

BoardingArea

‘I got scammed’: Man applies for a passport. But he’s going to Alaska?

man shares passport application process (l) US passport on hand (r)

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Promotion Weekly February 2026 Second Edition

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Buy Flying Blue Miles with up to 45% discount [1.68¢/Mile]

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Virgin Atlantic Status Match Promotion for British Airways Members

Live and Let’s Fly

United Airlines Adds Laurent-Perrier Rosé Champagne…But Only For One Day

Update: If You’re flying United Airlines in Polaris Business Class today, you can once again enjoy Laurent-Perrier Rosé Champagne in honor of Valentine’s Day. It’s nice to see United bring this back in 2026. Last year, United introduced Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Champagne onboard its Polaris business class cabins, representing a...

Plane ‘n Simple

Delta Returns to Boeing Widebodies: Orders Up to 60 Dreamliners in Fleet Transformation

Delta Air Lines announced a major fleet expansion this week, placing its first ever direct order for Boeing 787 Dreamliners a strategic move that marks the airline’s return to Boeing for widebody aircraft after nearly two decades. Order Details: 30 Firm, 30 Options On January 13, 2026, Delta formalized an...

Frequent Miler

Last Chance Deals: Wyndham points sale, 50% off CardPointers, & more

Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. It’s a quieter time for expiring deals coming up this week, with only five offers due to end. That includes the latest sale on Wyndham points,...

Points With a Crew

Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Unlimited® – $750 or 90,000 points

The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Unlimited are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...

The Bulkhead Seat

2026 Weekly Review: February 14th

Happy Valentine’s Day! Greetings from the St. Regis Cap Cana Resort. The property just… The post 2026 Weekly Review: February 14th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

You Are Travel

Aer Lingus Launching Direct Service to Barbados

tl;dr – Another route between the ‘Americas’ and Europe. Aer Lingus recently launched direct service to Barbados. The… The post Aer Lingus Launching Direct Service to Barbados appeared first on You Are Travel.

The Gate with Brian Cohen

What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 340

Peace Love and Pizza is a local chain of pizzerias that has eight locations in the northern suburbs of the greater Atlanta metropolitan area. Its theme was born out of love for everything cool and for “Rockin’ family experiences.” I enjoy their pizzas, as they are reminiscent of the pizzas...

One Mile at a Time

Malaysia Airlines’ Three-Hour Lounge Access Rule, With Puzzling Enforcement

I just had an interesting experience trying to access the Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, and I’m not sure what exactly to make of it, as I found the enforcement to be a bit odd.

Frequent Miler

LGA’s Capital One Landing Lounge, best and worst airlines for long hauls, take-home pillows on Qatar Airways business class, and trip-worthy food favorites (Saturday Selection)

Throughout the week, our team shares articles they’ve stumbled upon that may interest our readers, even if they might not otherwise merit a full post. Here are some of the posts we found interesting this week: LGA’s Capital One Landing Lounge, best and worst airlines for long hauls, take-home pillows...

Your Mileage May Vary

Why Some Planes Turn Red on FlightRadar24

Those red aircraft you occasionally see on FlightRadar24 usually signal an emergency squawk — here’s what that actually means. Flightradar24 is a Swedish internet-based service that shows real-time aircraft flight…

The Bulkhead Seat

Hotel Review: Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

We went to visit friends who have a winter home in Santa Rosa Beach,… The post Hotel Review: Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

One Mile at a Time

Malaysia Airlines’ Private Terminal Transfers: Delightfully Unnecessary

Malaysia Airlines offers what’s possibly the most unnecessary yet simultaneously lovely ground service to its premium passengers. I can’t make sense of why it’s offered, but I’m certainly not complaining! Let me first share some background, and then I’ll talk about my experience.

View from the Wing

Marriott Says No Elite Benefits On Third-Party Bookings—But I Got Them Anyway (Here’s How)

Marriott explicitly says you don't get elite perks or points when booking through third-party sites—but my recent stay proved reality isn't always that simple. Without even pushing, I casually asked if they had my Platinum number, and suddenly I had full lounge access, elite benefits, and points on a deeply...

The Gate with Brian Cohen

The Prawnster in Brisbane in Australia. Restaurant Review.

When I first learned about The Prawnster in Brisbane, it reminded me of a similar concept at which I dined in Cairns called Prawn Star after spending the day snorkeling out on the Great Barrier Reef. Differences do exist between the two dining concepts, which... The post The Prawnster in Brisbane...

One Mile at a Time

Weekly Review: February 14, 2026

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far, and happy Valentine’s Day to those who celebrate (and a happy Singles Awareness Day in advance to those who don’t). I’m in the middle of a review trip, so stay tuned for more live updates, as I’m doing a lot...

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KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes February 2026 Promo Rewards

The latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes reward is here. As always, there are great opportunities to use Krisflyer miles for several amazing destinations. The discount on eligible KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes award flights is 30%. Here are the details on the February 2026 KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes. Related: KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Current Promo...

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KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Rules and How It Works

Singapore Airlines, one of the best Airlines in the world, runs a monthly promo rewards program, “KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes,” where select flights can be booked at a discount for a limited period. This Guide tells what the KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes are and how they work. How does KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes...

Live from a Lounge

Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes)

Virgin Atlantic is offering Status Match opportunities in 2026, with an amazing offer for enhanced status for British Airways Elite Tiers. The post Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes) appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

Live from a Lounge

Buy Qatar Airways Avios with up to 50% Bonus through February 16, 2026

Qatar Airways has a new Purchase Miles Promotion through February 16, 2026. You can get Qatar Airways miles with a 50% Bonus. Here are the details. The post Buy Qatar Airways Avios with up to 50% Bonus through February 16, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

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Accor Spring Sale: Save 15% on Stays

Accor is running a discounted stay promotion for stays at hotels & Resorts in select countries with the Accor Spring Sale. Accor Spring Sale Here is what you need to know about the discounted stay promotion with Accor Spring Sale: Official Link Also Read: 10+ Ways to Earn Accor Points....

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Buy United Miles with a 70% Bonus [2.21¢/Mile]

United MileagePlus miles are valuable for redemptions on United Airlines and Star Alliance Airlines. You can easily earn United Miles; however, if you are short of miles, United is running a bonus promotion that lets you buy miles with a 70% bonus. Here are all the details about buying United...

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Buy Qatar Airways Avios with up to 50% Bonus [1.53¢/Avios]

Avios is the Miles Currency of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia Airlines & Qatar Airways. These airlines are members of the OneWorld Alliance, except Aer Lingus. All five airlines have separate frequent flyer programs, but Avios can be transferred instantly between them, primarily through British Airways. If you are...

Live from a Lounge

IndiGo confirms it is in compliance with the Indian FDTL Guidelines

IndiGo says it is good to go and is complying with the new FDTL norms, which focus on crew fatigue getting better rather than worse. The post IndiGo confirms it is in compliance with the Indian FDTL Guidelines appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

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