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Earn 4x Accor Points at 40 New Hotels
Accor Points are among the most sought-after points due to the €40 value per 2000 points (₹2.04 or 2.30 ¢value per point). There are multiple ways to earn Accor Points, and one of the ways to earn 4x Accor Points is to stay at New Hotels. These new hotels are updated every...
Live from a Lounge
Dubai Airshow 2025: Emirates orders 8 additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft
Dubai Airshow has more news rolling in, given that Emirates has added a small number of A350-900s to the existing orders. Here are the details. The post Dubai Airshow 2025: Emirates orders 8 additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
Dubai Airshow 2025: flydubai signs up for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft including options
flydubai has added another order, with Boeing. The new order will power the growth of the airline at Dubai World Centre. The post Dubai Airshow 2025: flydubai signs up for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft including options appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
PointsMath
Buy JetBlue TrueBlue Points with up to 130% Bonus [1.40¢ or ₹1.23/Mile]
JetBlue is among the big airlines in North America. It has multiple good airline partners, including Japan Airlines, which was recently added. And the mileage requirement is not absurd either. At the same time, the cost of points is not high. So, JetBlue TrueBlue Points can come in handy for...
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The Alviator
Finnair’s A350 Premium Economy: Less “Budget” Than I Was Expecting
I just flew the 14h 15m flight from Shanghai to Helsinki in Finnair's A350 premium economy. Here are my first impressions of the flight. The post Finnair’s A350 Premium Economy: Less “Budget” Than I Was Expecting appeared first on The Alviator.
One Mile at a Time
Why I Decided Against An Air Côte d’Ivoire Side Trip… For Now
Last week, I posed the question of whether I should spend an absolute fortune to fly Air Cte dIvoire for a day. As I explained, on my current review trip, I had a couple of extra days in Europe, and one option was to fly the fascinating Air Cte dIvoire...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Money With Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2025
You can save money with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals 2025. When I use affiliate links in articles here at The Gate With Brian Cohen, I not only hope to earn money to pay the bills here at its swank headquarters with multiple lounges, endless food and beverages, and...
Points With a Crew
Amazon Black Friday Week Has Started – Here are 23 Deals Available Now
Amazon Black Friday Week has started - there are new deals every day - including deals today on Apple, TVs, luggage, power stations, computers, travel organizers and more ...
Frequent Miler
Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep333 | 11-21-25
In today’s Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, we’ll look at United’s cardholder discount, Hilton’s Diamond Reserve status, and we’ll rank the perks of hotel elite benefits from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG Watch the full episode below, or listen on your...
Deals We Like
Deal Alert: Apple AirPods 4 with ANC for just $99 — plus stack with Amex deals for extra savings
The Amazon Black Friday deals are starting to roll in and one of the best discounted travel products right now is the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. At just $99.99, this is the best price we’ve ever seen for these earbuds, and even $10 less than this morning’s already amazing...
Your Mileage May Vary
Should You Splurge On Luggage Or Keep Buying The Cheap Stuff?
There was a time when I didn’t give much thought to my luggage. As long as I could fit my clothes inside and the zipper closed, it was fine. If…
Frequent Miler
Oura Ring sale for $249: get for $49 + tax with Amex Platinum benefit
Oura has discounted the Oura Ring 4 to $249 for its early Black Friday sale. That means you can pick up one of these for only $49 + tax when stacking with the American Express Platinum Card® benefit. The Deal Buy an Oura Ring 4 for $249. Direct link to...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Your Chance For VIP Access to Super Bowl LX With Marriott Bonvoy
Experiences which money cannot buy can be difficult to come by — but if you are fanatical about professional football and the Super Bowl, then you have something about which to celebrate, as you now have a chance to redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for access to amazing activities which...
View from the Wing
Air India Forgot It Owned a Boeing 737 for 13 Years — And Only Discovered It When the Airport Demanded Its Removal
Air India has sold a 43-year-old Boeing 737-200 that sat abandoned at Kolkata airport for more than a decade because the airline had literally forgotten it owned the aircraft. The jet only resurfaced after the airport asked Air India to remove it, revealing how badly the former state-run carrier’s records...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Robotin R2 Robot Vacuum (Back By Saturday)
The Robotin R2 Robot Carpet Wash and Vacuum combines the features of a carpet cleaner with a vacuum, potentially saving you hundreds of dollars a year. It's on Kickstarter, but only
Your Mileage May Vary
Buc-ee’s Isn’t Perfect — Here’s What Has Fans Quietly Losing Their Minds
Established in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee’s has simply exploded over the years. Part gas station, part country store, part electric vehicle charger and, at some locations, part car wash, what…
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt’s Hotel Du Louvre Paris: Solid Old World Hotel, With Lots Of Suites
Duringmy review trip to Bangkok, I had a couple of nights in Paris, where I wanted to check out new hotels. For the first night, I stayed at SAX Paris, Hilton LXR, which was not for me. The second night, I stayed at Hotel du Louvre Paris, Hyatt Unbound Collection....
Frequent Miler
Wyndham Rewards Cyber sale: Save up to 30% on paid stays (but cardmember rate might be better)
Wyndham Rewards launched a sale on paid stays yesterday which has some attractive-sounding headline numbers. You can save 15% on stays of one night, with increasing discounts up to 30% for stays of four or more nights. This sale does indeed appear to offer some genuine savings for the most...
Live and Let’s Fly
The Quirky Interfaith Prayer Card On Aero Dili
The most unique thing on my Aero Dili flights was the oecumenical prayer card onboard, a spiritual safety card. A Very Unique Prayer Card On Aero Dili There are no screens, Wi-Fi, or streaming entertainment on Aero Dili, but the most unique prayer card I’ve ever seen was placed at...
Frequent Miler
Chase adds lifetime language to Ink Cards (now on Ink Preferred too)
Update 11/21/25: Doctor of Credit reports that lifetime language is now also showing on the Ink Business Preferred card. Update 11/20/25: A reddit user has reported receiving the following pop-up when applying for the Chase Ink Cash card: A quick update about your application. It looks like you’re not eligible for...
View from the Wing
Scott Kirby Keeps Pushing for Newark Slot Controls — Here’s Why Those Should Be Abolished Everywhere Instead
Scott Kirby argues that Newark needs slot controls to manage congestion, but slots are the wrong solution everywhere they’ve been imposed. They lock in incumbents, block competition, and do nothing to encourage airlines to spread demand or upgauge. Congestion pricing would solve the problem without giving away scarce access as...
ATX Jetsetter
My Favorite Travel Tools
Check out some of my favorite travel tools that support my travel addiction and help me keep everything organized on the road. The post My Favorite Travel Tools appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Your Mileage May Vary
More Flights Are Coming To Orlando In Time For Spring Travel
Orlando’s main airport just scored a pair of new ultra-low-cost routes, giving budget-conscious travelers even more ways to get in and out of Central Florida. As demand for leisure trips…
Miles To Memories
Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard: Get 75,000 Points Plus $200 Credit
Virgin Red and Synchrony have launched a new welcome bonus of 60,000 points on the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard®. However, you can find a much better offer if start the process of booking a flight. The post Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard: Get 75,000 Points Plus $200 Credit appeared first on Miles...
View from the Wing
I Keep Four Credit Cards That Cost $600 Or More — And They All Make Me Money, Here’s How
Four premium cards, all with $600+ annual fees, might sound crazy — but they more than pay for themselves. Between stacked credits, lounge access, and reward strategies, here’s exactly how I turn those fees into profit every year. Continue reading I Keep Four Credit Cards That Cost $600 Or More —...
Travel Points Playbook
Southwest Retrofit Hunt, IHG Flubs, and Tulsa Lounge Impressions: My Weekly Travel Review
I’ve had quite a few Southwest flights over the last few months and I continue to be surprised… The post Southwest Retrofit Hunt, IHG Flubs, and Tulsa Lounge Impressions: My Weekly Travel Review appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
One Mile at a Time
Hilton LXR’s SAX Paris Hotel: Well Intentioned, But Not My Cup Of Tea
For the second hotel stay ofmy review trip to Bangkok, I spent a night at SAX Paris, Hilton LXR. I had a couple of nights in Paris, and wanted to check out a a couple of points hotels that have been on my radar.
Frequent Miler
Get $60 back on $300 spend at BJ’s Wholesale Club with a targeted Amex Offer
A new Amex Offer for BJ’s Wholesale Club appeared this week on a targeted basis. It gives $60 back on $300 spend which could be particularly lucrative for those with this offer on more than one household card. The Deal Spend $300 in one or more purchases at BJ’s Wholesale...
Live from a Lounge
Dubai Airshow 2025: Etihad orders A330neos, adds to the A350-1000 order as well
Airbus and Etihad have signed an agreement for Airbus to supply more wide-body aircraft to Etihad. Here are the details. The post Dubai Airshow 2025: Etihad orders A330neos, adds to the A350-1000 order as well appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
Dubai Airshow 2025: flydubai Orders up to 150 A321neos
At the Dubai Airshow, 2025, flydubai has signed its first order with Airbus, becoming a customer of the A321neo. The post Dubai Airshow 2025: flydubai Orders up to 150 A321neos appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
PointsMath
Earn 2x to 3x Accor Points at Sofitel and MGallery
Accor is offering an opportunity to earn 2x to 3x Accor points for stays at Sofitel and MGallery hotels & Resorts. Earn 2x to 3x Accor Points at Sofitel and MGallery Basics Here is what you need to know about the Earn 2x to 3x Accor Points at Sofitel and...
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KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes November 2025 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%. Use the filter in this blog to explore round-trip flights, business class and premium economy flights available...
Live from a Lounge
Air India announces return to Shanghai on February 1, 2026
Air India is set to resume flights to China, with services commencing in February 2025. Here is the update. The post Air India announces return to Shanghai on February 1, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
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Dubai Airshow 2025 : Emirates orders 65 more Boeing 777X Aircraft
At the 2025 edition of the Dubai Airshow, Emirates orders a slate of widebody aircraft from Boeing. Here are the details of the orders. The post Dubai Airshow 2025 : Emirates orders 65 more Boeing 777X Aircraft appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
DAS 2025: Emirates Signs Up for Starlink Inflight Wi-Fi across 232 A380 and 777 aircraft.
Dubai Airshow started with the announcement of Emirates signing up for Starlink connectivity across their fleet. The first plane is already good to fly and the fleet will complete rollout by November 2027. The post DAS 2025: Emirates Signs Up for Starlink Inflight Wi-Fi across 232 A380 and 777 aircraft....
PointsMath
10 Current Promotions on Buying Points & Miles [Nov’25]
Buying Hotel Points or Airline points can be an excellent way to top up miles or extend their validity. There are ten offers to buy miles and points: 5 from airlines and five from hotel programs. All these points or miles purchases will be in foreign currency (USD/CAD/EUR), so using...