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World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys Global Promotion – Get Double & Triple Points from First Stay (27 January to 28 March 2025)
Earn triple points across Hyatt Place and Hyatt Properties and double points across all other participating Hyatt properties worldwide when you register and stay between 27 January 2025 to 28 March 2025.
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Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur (Cat 5) Now Accepting Room Reservations from 3 September 2025
After a series of delays, the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur (which occupies the top floors of Merdeka 118) is finally accepting room reservations from 03 September 2025.
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King Vs. Queen Mattress: Which Is the Better Choice for Hotel Stays?
Ever stood in front of your hotel room door, key card in hand, wondering if you made the right choice between a king or queen room? You're not alone. This decision bugs first-time and experienced travelers alike, as it can make or break your hotel experience. The stakes are even...
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IHG One Rewards Extends 20% Dining Discount + 100 Bonus Points per USD 10 Through 30 December 2025
Continue to enjoy 20% savings on your total food bill through 30 December 2025, when dining across participating IHG restaurants and bars in Southeast Asia and South Korea - for IHG One Rewards members only.
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The Bulkhead Seat
Silver Airways Doubles Down and Calls Government of Anguilla “Irrational”
Silver Airways has been making news lately and not for good reasons. Yesterday, the… The post Silver Airways Doubles Down and Calls Government of Anguilla “Irrational” appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Business Visa Card Approval: My Experience
The Alaska Business Visa card (review) is Alaska Mileage Plan’s co-branded business credit card in the United States. This is an excellent time to apply for the card, given the bonus that’s currently available. This is a card that I picked up some time back. In this post, I’d like...
Miles For Family
75k Bonus on Amex Blue Business Plus, Lie Flat on a Budget and More
Amex Blue Business Plus: Earn 75,000 Bonus Points with $6K Spend (Targeted): This is a great credit card welcome bonus on a no-annual-fee card. This is a non-affiliate link, but unfortunately I was not targeted for it after I signed in. But it’s worth checking to see if you’re targeted. See...
Monkey Miles
Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point
You can buy IHG points with a bonus of 75 to 100% depending on when you purchase The post Buy IHG points with 100% Bonus – $0.005 a penny a point appeared first on Monkey Miles.
Live and Let’s Fly
7 First Class Products I Hope To Fly In 2025
2025 will be a year of transition in many ways and changes already in effect will limit the amount of travel I do this year, at least in the manner in which I have freely traveled over the last several years. Even so, there are a number of first class...
One Mile at a Time
French Bee’s Secret A350 Flat Bed Premium Economy
Did you know that long haul, low cost carrier French Bee actually has a flat bed premium economy product? Well, neither did I, until now. For that matter, it seems the airline barely even acknowledges this exists, since there’s virtually no mention of this product on French Bee’s website. Let...
View from the Wing
First Class Filth: United Airlines Slammed Over ‘Disgusting’ Seatback [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 First Class Filth: United Airlines Slammed Over ‘Disgusting’ Seatback [Roundup]...
Traveling For Miles
How to earn Delta Lifetime Medallion Elite status [2025 edition]
Back in 2021, Delta made a positive update to its Million Miler elite status program by giving flyers the chance to lock in its top-tier SkyMiles Diamond Medallion status for life (albeit for the life of the program, not the life of the traveler) and that was a surprisingly positive...
TravelUpdate
Fast Track Immigration: How its works, how to sign up + FAQs
The fast track immigration program is set to drastically reduce the amount of time you have to spend while entering and exiting the country.
Economy Class & Beyond
UK ETA’s no longer required for airside transfer… for now
In a press release snuck out yesterday, the UK Home Office bowed to industry pressure and removed the requirement of a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for airside transit. For now. The Home Office said in its move. Following feedback from the aviation industry, the government has agreed a temporary exemption...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines is Bringing Back its Retro Wrap Dress After Abandoning New Uniform Designed By The Gap
Delta Air Lines is to bring back a much-loved retro wrap dress after the carrier abandoned a new uniform designed by The Gap, which has been in the works since 2022, the carrier told staffers on Thursday. The Atlanta-based airline revealed the first look of a new prototype uniform last...
Wild About Travel
Skyward No More: The Airlines We Lost in 2024
Each year, I reflect on the airlines we lost over the past 12 months. While I much prefer writing about thriving airlines, examining closures offers insight into the industry’s harsh realities. Most airlines that ceased operations in the past year were small-scale ventures. Some, like ČSA Czech Airlines, LIAT, and...
The Bulkhead Seat
UK Backpedals On Requiring Electronic Travel Authorizations For Transit Passengers
As of January 8th, US citizens and visitors are required to apply in advance… The post UK Backpedals On Requiring Electronic Travel Authorizations For Transit Passengers appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Boeing 777X Test Flights Resume… Let’s Cross Our Fingers!
The 777X is Boeing’s latest and (theoretically) greatest aircraft, which is eventually supposed to become the largest passenger jet in production. Over 500 of these aircraft have been ordered by over a dozen airlines.
Frequent Miler
Last dance with Caesars Diamond
Cue up the finale: the gravy train is pulling into the station, but before it does there’s still a little time left for one last dance. Like many readers, my Caesars Diamond status is set to expire at the end of January 2025. But before we see the light of...
The Bulkhead Seat
New Amex Offer: Spend $250, Get $50 Back at Grand Hyatt Hotels
The first, fun travel offers of 2025 are starting to pop up. I’ve written… The post New Amex Offer: Spend $250, Get $50 Back at Grand Hyatt Hotels appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Are Exorbitant and Expensive SkyMiles Award Ticket Prices Impacting Your Choice to Book Delta Air Lines?
For a long time, when Delta Air Lines still had award charts, they would yearly or even multiple times a year devalue the value of SkyMiles award charts. They were always without notice and nasty dumps. Each time we were hit with one of these, it chipped away at my...
One Mile at a Time
How To Earn Lifetime World of Hyatt Globalist Status: Super Valuable
Many airline and hotel frequent flyer programs offer lifetime status, whereby you can earn status for a ”lifetime” (whether that’s your lifetime or the lifetime of the program is a different question).
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: COMO Alpina Dolomites
While in Munich for work, a friend suggested we have a quick getaway for my birthday. Never one to turn down a trip, I decided to look for a new hotel to experience my special day. One property has intrigued me lately as a fan of COMO Hotels: The Alpina...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Heathrow Airport and British Airways Celebrate As Government U-Turns On Transit Passengers Requiring £10 Travel Authorization
The British government has performed a U-turn on requiring millions of passengers who are simply transiting through airports like London Heathrow Airport to other international destinations to obtain a £10 ‘Electronic Travel Authorization’ or ETA before they are allowed to board their plane. The ETA, which mimics similar programs like...
One Mile at a Time
UK Scraps ETA For Transit Passengers, Hikes Fee For Others
The UK is in the process of rolling out an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement for foreign visitors. This was implemented as of January 8, 2025, for those with passports from many countries (including the United States), and will be added for those with passports from the European Union as...
Monkey Miles
Amex Offers featuring Grand Hyatt come back
American Express is offering a statement credit on Hyatt Stays via their Amex Offers program The post Amex Offers featuring Grand Hyatt come back appeared first on Monkey Miles.
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.
One Mile at a Time
United Airlines’ Mongolia Flight (Tokyo To Ulaanbaatar) Now On Sale
Recently, United Airlines announced an incredible international expansion for the summer of 2025, whereby the airline is adding eight new destinations. What makes this so cool is how far-flung some of the new destinations are. If you ask me, the two coolest new routes are to Nuuk, Greenland, and Ulaanbaatar,...
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The Park Lane Hong Kong Now Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection – 5,000 Bonus Points per Night Rate Plan Offered
The Park Lane Hong Kong is now part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, offering free nights from as little as 34,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (less when you stay for five consecutive nights).
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Get Sign-up Bonuses + Chance to Win S$8,888 Cash with SingSaver “Sure Win, Sure Huat” Chinese New Year Campaign (by 26 January 2025)
Stand a chance to win S$8,888 in cash (on top of the usual sign-up rewards) when you apply for any eligible products on SingSaver before the end of 26 January 2025 as a new customer.
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30% Off Stays Across Small Luxury Hotels of The World (SLH) in 2025 – Book by 5 January 2025
Enjoy an exclusive 30% discount on all SLH stays in 2025 when you book before 5 January 2025 - minimum stay of two consecutive nights required.
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Hotel Review: Swissôtel The Stamford Singapore (Signature Suite with L65 Lounge Access) – Great Location with Fantastic Views of Singapore
Swissôtel The Stamford offers stunning views of Marina Bay and a prime City Hall location, making it an excellent choice for international visitors. While the L65 Lounge serves substantial evening food, the limited alcohol selection might not suit all guests, but the hotel is still a great option for those...
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Hotel Review: TRIBE Living Bangkok Sukhumvit 39 (TRIBE Studio) – Affordable Modern Property Within Walking Distance to Phrom Phong BTS Station
TRIBE Living Bangkok Sukhumvit 39 is a great value choice for budget-conscious travelers but its slightly longer walk from Phrom Phong BTS Station may make it less convenient compared to more accessible (but pricier) options in the area.
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Double (2X) IHG One Rewards Points from Second Stay (01 Jan 2025 to 31 Mar 2025) – Register Now!
Register now to earn double IHG One Rewards points from your second stay consumed between 01 January 2025 and 31 March 2025.
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Hilton Honors Double Your Stay Promotion – Double Points on All Stays (1 Jan to 30 Apr 2024)
Register now to earn double Hilton Honors points on all eligible stays completed between 01 January 2025 and 30 April 2025.
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Singapore’s First Banyan Tree Group Property, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree to Open in April 2025
Nature lovers and luxury seekers, mark your calendars — April 2025 will witness the grand opening of the Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. Set amidst the breathtaking 126-hectare Mandai Wildlife Reserve in northern Singapore, this resort represents a significant milestone as Banyan Tree Group’s first-ever property in its home...