{Tech} for Travel
American Airlines app adds hotel and meal vouchers for delays
A major update to the American Airlines app adds hotel and meal vouchers for disrupted flights, alongside new rebooking and communication tools. The post American Airlines app adds hotel and meal vouchers for delays appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: For the love of Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Hawker Markets in Singapore – Growing Old in Style
For the love of Nasi Lemak and Hawker Market foods in Singapore Growing Old In Style If there’s one thing to do in Singapore’s tourism scene, it’s to explore the food scene and enjoy the local colours and flavours—time to head into the world of Hawker Markets and Food Centres....
Economy Class & Beyond
Gulf Air to roll out Starlink connectivity
Another airline has signed for the Starlink connectivity service by SpaceX – this time, it’s Gulf Air. Gulf vAir Airbus A321neo – Image, Economy Class and Beyond Gulf Air announced the rollout of Starlink high-speed internet across its entire fleet starting mid-2026, offering complimentary Wi-Fi to passengers onboard its aircraft,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Delta Air Lines signs for further Airbus A330neo and A350 aircraft
It seems Delta’s fleet expansion is continuing unabated, with the airline signing for 31 additional widebody aircraft from Airbus. Delta Airbus A330neo and Airbus A350 – Image Airbus The 31 additional aircraft have been broken down as 16 A330-900s and 15 A350-900s. Once delivered, Delta’s widebody fleet will have grown...
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The Alviator
Review: Aer Lingus A321XLR AerSpace (LHR-DUB)
Aer Lingus operates a few flights around Europe with their longhaul narrowbody product. Here's my review of one such flight. The post Review: Aer Lingus A321XLR AerSpace (LHR-DUB) appeared first on The Alviator.
View from the Wing
The Accounting Game Behind Southwest Airlines Fourth Quarter “Growth” — And Why Bag And Seat Fees Drove A Points Devaluation
Southwest’s recent Rapid Rewards devaluation wasn’t just a random squeeze—it appears tied directly to the airline’s new bag and seat fees and a renegotiated Chase co-brand deal. By allocating more of Chase’s partnership payments to “benefits” like checked bags and seat assignments (instead of future travel liability for points), Southwest...
Frequent Miler
United Business Cards: Welcome offers for up to 110K miles
The New United℠ Business Card now offers a higher welcome bonus of 100,000 United MileagePlus miles and 2,000 Premier Qualifying Points (PQP) after only $5,000 in 3 months. You can get an additional 10,000 miles by also adding an authorized user within the first three months. We’ve seen offers as...
From The Tray Table
United teases ‘Coastliner,’ a new Airbus A321neo for premium transcon flights
United Airlines is introducing an all-new subfleet of planes that’ll operate on the nation’s most premium transcontinental routes.… The post United teases ‘Coastliner,’ a new Airbus A321neo for premium transcon flights appeared first on From the Tray Table.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Alaska Airlines Halts Pets in the Baggage Hold On Dozens Of Routes As Extreme Cold Disrupts Travel Plans
Alaska Airlines has placed an embargo on pets being carried in the cargo on flights to and from 22 airports across the United States due to the continued cold weather, and the ban couldn’t come at a worse time for exhibitors taking part in the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog...
One Mile at a Time
Airbus A220-500 “Stretch” Concept Moves Forward, With 180(ish) Seats
The Airbus A220 is a plane that’s loved by passengers, but perhaps not quite as loved by airlines, for a variety of reasons. While the plane currently comes in two variants, there have long been rumors of the European aircraft manufacturing giant considering a bigger version of the plane.
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Aeroplan miles with a 100% bonus?
I used Air Canada Aeroplan miles for an epic RTW trip. Aeroplan miles are on sale now, and you can buy them with a big bonus for a limited ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Kimpton’s Secret Password Gave Us the Most Unexpected “Perk”
One of the most charmingly odd things Kimpton does is the secret password. If you’ve stayed at a Kimpton before—or you’ve spent too much time reading about hotel quirks—you probably…
Miles To Memories
Debating Hyatt’s 5 FREE Nights – Is It A BETTER Offer + Mr. Beast Joins Bilt Amex GLITCH!
Bilt's Rent Day controversy, Easy $1,200 bonus, Debating Hyatt's free nights offer and an Amex glitch you should know about. The post Debating Hyatt’s 5 FREE Nights – Is It A BETTER Offer + Mr. Beast Joins Bilt Amex GLITCH! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Altitude Yes
Review: American Airlines Flagship Lounge, Los Angeles (LAX)
Although it's one of the smaller Flagship Lounges, the high ceilings and large windows make up for it and provide an open feel. The post Review: American Airlines Flagship Lounge, Los Angeles (LAX) first appeared on Altitude Yes.
The Bulkhead Seat
Remembering Those Lost: Marking One Year Since the Tragic Crash of Flight AA 5342
It has been one year since tragedy struck the skies over Washington DC when American… The post Remembering Those Lost: Marking One Year Since the Tragic Crash of Flight AA 5342 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Delta Amex Business Cards: Limited-time offers of up to 125K SkyMiles
Today, Amex announced new, limited-time welcome offers that let you earn between 90,000 and 125,000 SkyMiles after approval of a new Delta SkyMiles business credit card. All three of these offers are on the higher end of what we’ve historically seen (though Delta award prices are, too). The minimum spend...
Live and Let’s Fly
Turkish Airlines Self-Upgraders Allowed To Stay In Business Class…But Denied Meals
There are bold travelers, and then there are travelers who boldly wander into business class and hope no one notices… Turkish Airlines Self-Upgraders Got Caught…And Then Got Nothing I’ll admit it: most of us have looked at an empty business class cabin and thought about it (I even did it...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Looks to Add Nonstop Flights Between the United States and Venezuela
American Airlines is the first US carrier to publicly outline plans to reinstate nonstop… The post American Airlines Looks to Add Nonstop Flights Between the United States and Venezuela appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Monkey Miles
Chase officially eases bonus eligibility on Sapphire Preferred and Reserve.
When the Chase Sapphire Reserve® was revamped last year the eligibility rules changed. Those changes ended up being kind of confusing in respect to whether you could get the Reserve while having Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and whether you’d be eligible for a bonus if you’d had either in the past,...
The Bulkhead Seat
Seat Poachers Caught in Business Class: Turkish Airlines Let It Slide, But Without Meals for Them
JT Genter and his wife Katie are travel writers. They live a nomadic life… The post Seat Poachers Caught in Business Class: Turkish Airlines Let It Slide, But Without Meals for Them appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
New Disney Inspire Visa Card Coming Soon with $600 Bonus
Chase and Disney will soon launch a new credit card. The new Disney Inspire Visa card will likely have a higher fee than the two existing Disney cards. The post New Disney Inspire Visa Card Coming Soon with $600 Bonus appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save 10% With Air India on Domestic Flights — Plus…
If you have wanted to see such sights in India as the Taj Mahal, you are in luck, as you can save 10% off of tickets for base fares on domestic flights with Air India — as well as 50 percent off of the convenience fee — plus you can...
Frequent Miler
Earn United miles and Premier Qualifying points with New United Quest℠ Card offer
The United Quest card has a new offer out today that’s good for both a big haul of miles and a nice chunk of Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs), so it might be of particular appeal for United MileagePlus fans who are also chasing United elite status.   The Offer &...
View from the Wing
United Wants $12,670 To “Upgrade” You To 1K Status — And Calls It A Discount [Roundup]
United is offering a paid “upgrade” to 1K status for $12,670—and marketing it as a discount. Also: an airport self-checkout tip screen that defaults to 18% while adding a card surcharge, American’s corporate-travel claims vs the revenue reality, why American still needs widebodies, disgusting cabin trash behavior, and a Delta...
TravelUpdate
A fun week at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas
Spent 9 days at MGM Grand in Las Vegas early in January. Luckily the weather was not too…
One Mile at a Time
New United Airlines Premium Coastliner Airbus A321neos With Flat Beds
Well this is interesting. We know that United Airlines will soon start taking delivery of Airbus A321XLRs, which will have the carrier’s most luxurious narrow body interiors to date. Those planes will specifically be operating long haul, international flights, primarily across the Atlantic.
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines is Restarting Service to Venezuela
American Airlines is preparing to restart service between the United States and Venezuela, pending government approval. The post American Airlines is Restarting Service to Venezuela appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Most Spectacular Hotel Fails Ever Caught on Camera
We’ve all been to that hotel that offered something that wasn’t quiiiiiite like what they advertised. That’s where review sites such as Oyster come into play (although Oyster isn’t as…
{Tech} for Travel
AI training Amazfit Active Max brings Zepp Coach to workouts
CES 2026 News: Amazfit Active Max launches with 5 ATM water rating, mic and speaker, Bluetooth and BLE 5.3, plus 4 GB storage for offline music and podcasts. The post AI training Amazfit Active Max brings Zepp Coach to workouts appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus to shutter its Manchester base
It has been rumoured for weeks now, but it seems that Aer Lingus is to suspend its UK operation that is based in Manchester. Aer Lingus’ Manchester transatlantic will wind down operations as of 31st March 2026. The Manchester -New York operations will cease earlier, on 23rd February 2026. The airline...
Economy Class & Beyond
Chiltern Railways Introduces its “new” trains – Welcome the “Explorers”
The “new” Chiltern Trains Mark 5a train sets have finally entered commercial service today between Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone. And because they’re new trains, they need branding – Welcome the “Explorers“. Chiltern Railways Explorer train set at Birmingham Moor Street – Image, Chiltern Railways. The Explorer fleet has...
Economondo
A Superb Short Hop with Malaysia Airlines: Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok on the Boeing 737-800
Flying my first ever flight with Malaysia Airlines on a short hop from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok
Economy Class & Beyond
NEEDS ADDIITONAL IMAGES AND VIDEOS: SK815 Oslo Airport to London Heathrow (Economy Class)
SK815 Oslo Gardermoen Airport to London Heathrow Terminal 2 (Economy Class) Growing  Old in Style Time to cross the 200ish-mile stretch between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in a full-service airline. But does that full service mean  I get an unwanted surprise at Changi?    In this mammoth trip report (note,...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) – Growing Old in Style
The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) Growing Old in Style It’s time to head to one of my favourite hotels in the world, which is just classical in so many ways and able to hit the right service notes.  A shame the owners have switched flags on it now…  In this...
{Tech} for Travel
Apple AirTag 2 launches with louder speaker and wider range
With enhanced connectivity and louder alerts, the Apple AirTag 2 makes locating lost items even easier using Apple’s Find My network. The post Apple AirTag 2 launches with louder speaker and wider range appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
RECARO Aircraft Seating unveils Premium Economy and Economy Class seats for Air India
RECARO Aircraft Seating has partnered with Air India to bring a new experience to passengers around the world. Originally announced in 2024, the first of Air India’s newly linefit B787-9 multiclass cabins will take to the skies on February 1 2026, featuring PL3530 Premium Economy seating and the CL3710 Economy...