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British Airways Avios Devaluation 2025 [Starting 15th Dec]
At the start of this year, British Airways made significant changes to its frequent flyer program, making it more challenging to earn elite status. However, at that time, Avios were not devalued. The British Airways Avios devaluation has now taken place. The year 2025 has been the year of devaluation....
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Flash Deal: Buy Qatar Airways Avios with up to 65% Bonus [1.39¢/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 among them within a minute, primarily via British Airways. You...
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Buy Virgin Points with Up to 70% Bonus [1.48¢ or 0.89p/Point]
Virgin Atlantic has launched a bonus points offer on buying Virgin Points. It might not have made much sense to buy Virgin Points earlier, given its limited connectivity and fewer Airline Partners. However, many opportunities to use Virgin Points have arisen after joining the SkyTeam Alliance. And, it moved to...
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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 22 December 2025 can get you up to a 45% discount. These miles can also be used to book flying...
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Running with Miles
Running One of the Toughest 100 Mile Races in the World | The Grand Raid on Réunion Island
I ran the Grand Raid 100 miler on Reunion Island. This is one of the toughest 100 mile races in the world - check out what it was like! The post Running One of the Toughest 100 Mile Races in the World | The Grand Raid on Réunion Island appeared...
View from the Wing
Hilton Confirms New Secret Elite Tier Above Diamond Reserve — Called “The Honors Society”
Hilton has confirmed that a new invitation-only elite tier sits above its freshly launched Diamond Reserve level — an unpublished status called The Honors Society. The company isn’t sharing details yet, saying guidance will come in early Q1, but internal systems and prior leaks make clear this mirrors the secret...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Tried To Dismiss a Flight Attendant’s Cataract Lawsuit – A Judge Just Said No
American Airlines has failed in its attempt to have a lawsuit brought by a veteran flight attendant who developed cataracts thrown out of court. The flight attendant claims the airline started to treat him as a liability after he disclosed his condition, despite the fact that he was scheduled to...
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British Airways Avios Devaluation 2025 [Starting 15th Dec]
At the start of this year, British Airways made significant changes to its frequent flyer program, making it more challenging to earn elite status. However, at that time, Avios were not devalued. The British Airways Avios devaluation has now taken place. The year 2025 has been the year of devaluation....
Frequent Miler
Current Amex Offers
This post is designed to show current Amex Offers. If you have any Amex cards, even authorized user cards, then you’re eligible to sign up for offers when you log into your Amex account. If you’re planning to shop or book travel, check this page to see if an Amex...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta to Recognize 100,000 Acts of Kindness to Celebrate the Holidays and 100 Years of Service
Delta Air Lines is closing its centennial year with a fun idea to focuses… The post Delta to Recognize 100,000 Acts of Kindness to Celebrate the Holidays and 100 Years of Service appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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TAP Air Portugal to Introduce New Premium Economy Cabin in Summer 2026
TAP Air Portugal is introducing a new Premium Economy cabin in summer 2026. The… The post TAP Air Portugal to Introduce New Premium Economy Cabin in Summer 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
TAP Air Portugal Adds Unusual Premium Economy Cabin On Long Haul Flights
Over the years, we’ve seen premium economy become an increasingly popular cabin on long haul flights. That’s logical, as economy cabins keep getting tighter, while business class cabins keep getting more spacious, so people want an option between the two.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 563: Busan or Bust
A320s grounded globally and another airline goes bust. Plus tales from Korea with two special guests.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Talks Up Its AI Strategy — Says This Won’t Reduce Headcount (Even Though They Need To)
American’s COO told the Skift Aviation Forum that the airline’s artificial intelligence initiatives won’t be used to reduce headcount — even as Delta and United are already leaning on AI to automate whole categories of work. His primary example of AA’s “AI strategy” was the HEAT tool the airline has...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
I Got My Bialy Fix. Um…What Is a Bialy, You Ask?!?
What is a bialy? A bialy is flatter than a bagel. Rather than a shiny smooth crust, a bialy is softer and powdered with flour; and instead of a hole, a bialy has an indentation with some onion filling. Although it is not... The post I Got My Bialy Fix. Um…What...
Frequent Miler
US Bank Altitude Reserve: Major changes coming December 15th. Is it the end?
Update 12/4/25: The nerfing of the US Bank Altitude Reserve commences on December 15th, so only ten more days to get those 1.5-cent-per-point redemptions in. Also, the $325 travel and dining credit will change to a credit for travel booked through US Bank Travel Center only. Happy Holidays. ~~~ Doctor...
Live and Let’s Fly
Aer Lingus Has A New “Lounge” In Dublin For Business Class Passengers Flying To USA…
Dublin Airport is under construction, which has forced Aer Lingus to improvise with a very odd lounge compromise for its business class passengers without status flying to the USA. Aer Lingus “Lounge” In Dublin For US Business Class Passengers Is A Reserved Seating Area + Voucher Stepping off my flight...
View from the Wing
Drunk Russian Passenger Demands Alcohol On Dubai–Moscow Flight — Flirts With Seatmate Then Turns On Crew Before Police Escort Her Off
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Moscow was delayed on the ground after a drunk Russian passenger boarded already agitated, demanded more alcohol, and then tried to turn the drama into flirtation with the man seated next to her. When crew refused to serve her and asked her to calm...
From The Tray Table
5 overdue fixes the Port Authority should make at NYC’s biggest airports
Big news dropped last week that didn’t get nearly the attention it deserved. (Probably because it was announced… The post 5 overdue fixes the Port Authority should make at NYC’s biggest airports appeared first on From the Tray Table.
One Mile at a Time
Turkish Miles&Smiles Devalues Sweet Spot Domestic Partner Awards
The Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles program has eliminated what I’d consider to be one of the last sweet spots of the program…
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines’ Inaugural Grand Cayman Flights Take Off Today
Last month, I wrote about Spirit Airlines adding flights between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport… The post Spirit Airlines’ Inaugural Grand Cayman Flights Take Off Today appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
‘Has British Airways Lost the Plot?’ Passenger Furious That Airline Is Celebrating Christmas
British Airways has decided to go big on Christmas this year, becoming the first major international airline to start serving festive Christmas dinners in early December – the decision has outraged some passengers and has sparked a heated debate on when and how big companies should mark the festive season....
Economy Class & Beyond
East Midlands Railway brings its Class 810 “Aurora” fleet into service
It’s been delayed (like a lot of rolling stock projects in the United Kingdom), but East Midlands Railway has brought its Class 810 “Aurora” trainsets into commercial service, carrying paying passengers. EMR Class 810 on its first commercial service – Image EMR (With JenOnTheMove on the right)  The maiden Aurora service departed Sheffield at...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue Launches New Daily Service to Daytona Beach From New York and Boston Today
Back in August, I wrote about how JetBlue was expanding its Florida network with… The post JetBlue Launches New Daily Service to Daytona Beach From New York and Boston Today appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
From The Tray Table
New: Earn bonus United miles on rent, but is it worth it?
If you’re a United flyer, you might want to pay attention to this news. The airline is teaming… The post New: Earn bonus United miles on rent, but is it worth it? appeared first on From the Tray Table.
Live and Let’s Fly
British Airways Avios Devaluation: More Miles, More Cash, Less Value
The latest tweak to the British Airways Club program will make reward flights more expensive starting on December 15, 2025. Avios pricing is going up on both BA and partner airlines, and cash surcharges are rising as well. But ironically, British Airways has given us reason to celebrate this bad...
View from the Wing
United MileagePlus Cards Now Earn 2 Miles Per Dollar On Rent Through Bilt — But At A Cost
United MileagePlus cardmembers can now earn 2 miles per dollar on rent when paying through Bilt, with earnings split between the card issuer and a bonus mile from United. The catch: you’ll pay a 3% fee for the privilege, making the math far less compelling than Bilt’s earlier 3x Alaska...
TravelUpdate
Miles & Points have rewired your travel brain, here’s how…
Miles & points may have completely rewired your brain and you may not even know it - you've started thinking very differently about things.
Live from a Lounge
IndiGo’s On Time Performance Drops to 35% across Key Indian Metros
IndiGo has been impacted by the new FDTL regulations, which has caused a large number of flights to be cancelled across India, largely on the IndiGo network. Here is what happened and why. The post IndiGo’s On Time Performance Drops to 35% across Key Indian Metros appeared first on Live...
Live from a Lounge
Air India, can you fix your “Self Service Reaccomodation” Module please?
Air India does not have a self-service reaccommodation portal that works. And they are doing nothing about it. The post Air India, can you fix your “Self Service Reaccomodation” Module please? appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
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Buy Hilton Honors Points with a 100% Bonus Points [0.50¢ or ₹ 0.44/Point]
There are many ways to earn Hilton Honors Points. One such way is buying Points. It could be a good deal to buy points when a bonus offer is available. You may be targeted for a bonus promotion when you buy Hilton Honours Points with a 100% bonus. Here is...
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Accor 2X Reward Points Offer 2025 [Book By 23rd Dec]
Accor is back with another solid promotion. They have been on fire for some time now. Now, we have the opportunity to earn Accor 2x Reward Points with this offer. Accor 2X Reward Points Offer 2025 Basics This is a solid promotion to earn 2x Accor Reward Points, and here...
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Flying Blue Promo Rewards [Dec’25]
Flying Blue Promo Rewards are launched on 1st working day of the month. Promo Rewards is a great way to use flying blue miles for KLM & Air France Flights. However, it is not available for SkyTeam Alliance or Partner flights. All KLM & Air France flights would be via...
Live from a Lounge
This Fintech wants to command the entire travel value chain.
Credit Cards are just the starting point. This fintech wants you to use their curation for your travel shopping and travel bookings as well. The post This Fintech wants to command the entire travel value chain. appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
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Limited Period: Match Top Tier Hotel Status to Royal Jordanian Airlines Elite Status
For a limited period, you can match Top Tier Hotel Status to Royal Jordanian Airlines Elite Status. This is an upgraded version of the ongoing Royal Jordanian Airlines Status Match. Royal Jordanian Airlines Status Match with Top Tier Hotel Status Here are things to know: Member Residence Countries You must...
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IHG Cyber Bonus Points Promotion 2025: Earn 5x IHG Points For Stays
In September 2025, IHG launched a promotion that let you earn up to 3x points on stays. Now, the same promotion has been upgraded for a limited time, and you can earn 5x IHG points on your stays in December; however, the booking period is 1st December 2025 to 31st...