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Find Your Alliance Elite Status Based on Your Airline Elite Status
There are three major alliances in the world. These alliances also have elite tiers, which help elite airline status holders get alliance-wide benefits. These benefits range from Priority Check-in, Boarding, Lounge Access, etc. So, if you have an airline status that belongs to an alliance and are travelling with another...
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Royal Jordanian Airlines Status Match Promotion
Royal Jordanian Airlines offers a status match to their Gold Sparrow Elite status with select Hotel Chain loyalty status. It already has an ongoing status match promotion and just made it sweeter with a status match to a top tier with hotel elite status. However, to be eligible for this...
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Amex Gold Charge Card Review
Amex Gold Charge Card is one of American Express’s two charge cards. But it does have a reputation and is part of Amex Trifecta (Plat Travel, MRCC & Gold Charge). Let’s find out if it is really gold. What is a Charge Card? Charge cards are similar to credit cards...
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American Express Airline Partners Across The Globe
American Express is one of the most favoured cards around the world. Thanks to its dominant presence in America, American Express is now issued in approximately 103 countries and territories. The biggest advantage of American Express is that it can negotiate a single deal for its cardholders irrespective of countries...
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TravelUpdate
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Experience in Dublin
Happy New Year to my fellow readers! I am looking forward to a fresh start in 2025.   Last…
Rapid Travel Chai
The Laken Riley Act’s Travel Poison Pill May Upend Travel and Even the World Cup and Olympics
The Laken Riley Act expected to be signed into law on January 20, 2025 gives state attorneys general of all 50 US states a say in US travel policy that may impact all travelers. The post The Laken Riley Act’s Travel Poison Pill May Upend Travel and Even the World Cup...
2PAXfly
TURKISH AIRLINES: Launches Auckland Flights via Singapore
It looks like the Istanbul-based airline has firm ambitions on ultra-long-haul routes. It even has Auckland, New Zealand, in its sights. At the Turkish Airlines Management Summit 2025 in Antalya, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat announced the commencement of flights to Minneapolis, Minnesota, in April/May 2025. The development of an...
ATX Jetsetter
Texas Airports Suspend Service As Winter Weather Approaches
Airports across Texas are suspending service and cancelling flights as winter weather approaches the Lone Star state. The post Texas Airports Suspend Service As Winter Weather Approaches appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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QANTAS: Seasonal ski route Sydney to Sapporo, Japan for December 2025 on sale today
Qantas has announced today its seasonal non-stop route between Sydney and Sapporo, Japan, for the ski season commencing on 15 December. The route will continue until 28 March 2026, three times per week, using an Airbus A330-200. This route has been resurrected and was last flown in the pre-pandemic years...
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card – 3 Reasons It’s One Of The Best!
The Chase Ink Business Preferred is an incredible card with a sign up bonus easily worth over $1,000. And now it is even easier to get, because Chase has ...
Monkey Miles
Amex Offers: Langham Hotels spend $750 get $150 back
Unlock exclusive savings with Amex Offers at Langham Hotels! Spend $750 and get $150 back at one of the 14 luxurious Langham locations worldwide, including London, New York, and Hong Kong. Offer valid from 12/20/24 to 3/31/25. Book now for a regal stay and enjoy timeless elegance. Terms apply. The post...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Additional Waivers Issued by Airlines Due to Two Winter Storms: January 2025 Travel Alert
Consider ensuring that you have alternate travel plans ready to be implemented because of winter weather significantly affecting the eastern United States and some portions of southern Canada, as additional waivers have been issued by airlines due to two winter storms January 2025 since this last travel alert. The following statement...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why It’s More Advantageous To Fly First Or Business Class In The Winter
I won’t lie – flying in first or business class is always better than flying in economy. You get to board and disembark the plane before others. The seats are…
No Work All Travel
Five New Fifth Freedom Routes of 2025
If you’ve been feverishly roaming the interwebs for some new fifth freedom routes of 2025, I’m here to help. Fifth freedoms are a common theme among travel websites, but I still want to provide a quick backgrounder. Created in 1944 by the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention for...
View from the Wing
Air Traffic Control Sends Delta Plane Into SpaceX Rocket’s Launch Area: Falcon 9 Scrubbed With 11 Seconds To Spare
SpaceX scrubbed the launch of its Falcon 9 rock on Sunday morning with just 11 seconds to blastoff - because air traffic control directed a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu into the restricted airspace of its path. Continue reading Air Traffic Control Sends Delta Plane Into SpaceX...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 parked at Hong Kong International Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900 parked at Hong Kong International Airport as it awaits its next duty in the Hong Kong night. Cathay Pacific s operates a fleet of 30 Airbus A350-900. They also operate the Airbus...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Haven’t Hotels Made This Simple Change for Housekeeping Yet?
Hotels have become increasingly high-tech, with advanced check-ins, keyless room entry, and smart devices in every room. Yet, there’s one area where they’ve lagged behind: housekeeping. While many industries have…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
SpaceX Scrubs Falcon 9 Rocket Launch With Just 11 Seconds To Go After Delta Air Jet Flies Into Restricted Airspace
SpaceX was forced to scrub the 27th launch of its Falcon 9 rocket with just 11 seconds to go on Sunday morning after a Delta Air Lines airplane reportedly flew into an area of restricted airspace close to the launch site. The launch was being broadcast live and was in...
Points With a Crew
15 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
ATX Jetsetter
Turkish Airlines is Launching Flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP)
Turkish Airlines is preparing to launch flights between Istanbul and Minneapolis-St. Paul later this spring. The post Turkish Airlines is Launching Flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
{Tech} for Travel
Get Ready for the First Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025
Galaxy Unpacked 2025 is coming, and we can expect powerful AI upgrades and Samsung’s most advanced smartphones yet in the form of the latest S-Series. The post Get Ready for the First Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
View from the Wing
Another Dark Day For Pakistan Airlines: Pilots Land On Unauthorized Runway With Lights Off In Shocking Blunder
Pakistan International Airlines - arguably the worst airline in the world, known for sacrificing a goat as part of its maintenance procedures and flying with more passengers on board than seats, and pilots with fake licenses - is under scrutiny again after flight PK150 from Dammam, Saudi Arabia to Multan,...
No Work All Travel
Tokyo Luggage Storage Hack
Let’s say you’re at Tokyo Station, and you’ve got some time to tour around. You’re either coming from, or eventually heading to Narita Airport. There’s not quite enough time to snatch a hotel room, but too much to haul around your luggage in one of the world’s biggest cities. Maybe...
ATX Jetsetter
Sam’s Club is Selling Southwest Gift Cards for 10% Off
Sam's Club is selling Southwest Airlines gift cards for 10% off which could be a good deal in the right situation. The post Sam’s Club is Selling Southwest Gift Cards for 10% Off appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Most Specific Sign Ever Seen at an Amex Centurion Lounge
Imagine having a long, hard day of travel after a decidedly sorrowful morning. You’ve driven from Central Nebraska, where you’ve just attended the funeral of a close relative, to Denver…
PointsMath
Find Your Alliance Elite Status Based on Your Airline Elite Status
There are three major alliances in the world. These alliances also have elite tiers, which help elite airline status holders get alliance-wide benefits. These benefits range from Priority Check-in, Boarding, Lounge Access, etc. So, if you have an airline status that belongs to an alliance and are travelling with another...
Miles To Memories
An Attractive Room, But: Ritz-Carlton DC Hotel Highlights
I expected a handsome room at the Ritz-Carlton DC Hotel downtown, but it came with a few unwelcome surprises. The post An Attractive Room, But: Ritz-Carlton DC Hotel Highlights appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Turkish Airlines Plans Istanbul To Minneapolis Flights
Turkish Airlines is already a massive airline, flying to more countries than any other airline in the world. However, the company is just getting started, and has plans to roughly double in size over the next decade. Along those lines, we’ve just learned the details of the carrier’s next planned...
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5+ Current Hyatt Promotions [Jan’25]
Hyatt runs several promotions year-round. This month, there are also many useful Hyatt promotions for travellers. Here are the current Hyatt promotions. Hyatt Bonus Journeys Offer [Earn 2x/3x Points] Earn Double Elite Night Credit for Stays at Under Canvas  Earn 500 Bonus Points at New Hyatt Hotels Free Award Night...
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7+ Current IHG Promotions [Jan’25]
IHG is one of the biggest hotel chains in the world. Although it has a limited presence in India, you can still benefit from IHG Promotions internationally. New Member: Earn 5K Bonus Points on 1st Stay Download the IHG App and get 500 Bonus Points Buy IHG Points with 100%...
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American Express Platinum Travel Credit Card (India)
Anyway, it makes sense to hold an American Express Credit Card in India and the American Express Platinum Travel credit card would be in the top 3. So, it is a must-have card. The post American Express Platinum Travel Credit Card (India) appeared first on Points Math.
Live from a Lounge
Get up to 100% bonus on IHG points purchases through January 31, 2025
A targetted IHG bonus points purchase promotion has been launched. Here are some examples of how booking hotels on points can save up to 50% on the cost of the stay. The post Get up to 100% bonus on IHG points purchases through January 31, 2025 appeared first on Live From...
Live from a Lounge
Boeing 777X Test Campaign resumes after five months
Boeing has resumed the certification test campaign of the Boeing 777X. Test campaign was paused after it discovered structural issues with a component that links the airframe and the engine together. The post Boeing 777X Test Campaign resumes after five months appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
Get an Amex Card with (double the usual) bonus points
Here is how to start your American Express journey with an Amex India card. American Express has now has a 51 cities strong network across India for sourcing, so you might be able to get one for yourself in these new cities, along with an additional bonus on the Membership...
Live from a Lounge
India’s Fast-Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) launched at seven major airports in India
India has launched its own version of the US CBP's Global Entry Programme, where Indian citizens and OCIs won't have to wait to get back into the country and they can use biometric gates to enter the borders. Here is how it works at Delhi Airport. The post India’s Fast-Track...
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Buy IHG Points with 100% Bonus Points
There are tons of ways to earn IHG Points. One such way is buying these Points. It could be a good deal to buy points when there is a bonus offer. Now, you can buy IHG Points and get 100% bonus points. So, here is everything you need to know...