Economy Class & Beyond
Jet2.com adds further capacity to Greece
There’s nothing like a Jet2 Holiday, and this summer, its airline arm – Jet2.com is adding extra flights to Greece from its British bases for this coming summer. With the additional flights, the airline and tour operator have put nearly  30,000 extra seats on sale to Crete (Chania), Crete (Heraklion), Kos and Santorini. The additional services will...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air France throws capacity to New York, as well as at film festivals
It seems Air France is preparing for an aggressive summer, with the airline planning add frequency between Paris and New York. Air France quotes 11 daily flights  – but let’s break that down a little, as there is always a lot to look at in the details Paris CDG –...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: A Quick Return to Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge – Growing Old in Style
A Quick Return to Singapore Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge Growing Old In Style It’s time to head towards home in some kind of eastward direction. First stop, Changi and the Marhaba Lounge.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next....
Economy Class & Beyond
EgyptAir takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-900
It’s time for another Airbus A350-900 customer to take their first delivery of a new aircraft – step forward, EgyptAir.  EgyptAir has taken delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350‑900 on order, becoming the launch operator for the type in North Africa. The A350 will support the airline’s long‑haul...
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Points With a Crew
Best Western Gateway to the Keys Hotel Review
If you're looking for a South Florida hotel - here is my Best Western Gateway to the Keys hotel review, including info on wifi, breakfast, parking, rooms, amenities, cost and more
PointsMath
Marriott Bonvoy Global Promotion: Earn Bonus Points and Elite Night Credits
Marriott Bonvoy is back with the 2026 global promotion. This offer allows you to earn bonus points and elite night credits. Even though the promo may sound amazing, it is not. Here is why. How the Marriott Bonvoy Global Promotion Works This year, the Marriott Bonvoy Global Promotion isn’t great....
Your Mileage May Vary
The World of Hyatt Card’s Hidden Power: Timing Your Way to 5 Free Nights
The World of Hyatt credit card hasn’t changed in any dramatic way. No flashy new benefit. No surprise promo. No “limited-time enhancement” email. And yet, looking at it a little…
Miles To Memories
Save 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars [YMMV]
If you have an American Express credit card that earns cash back, then you can save 50% on your next Amazon purchase. The post Save 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars [YMMV] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines is Set to Open New Admirals Club® at Chicago O’Hare International Airport
The ongoing war for Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) between American Airlines and United… The post American Airlines is Set to Open New Admirals Club® at Chicago O’Hare International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Radisson Rewards: Earn up to 7,000 bonus points for stays in Europe, Africa, The Middle East and Asia Pacific (Feb 10 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight is the first major systemwide bonus of 2026 for Radisson Rewards who are offering up to 7,000 bonus points when completing multiple stays. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post Radisson Rewards: Earn up to 7,000 bonus points for stays in Europe, Africa,...
View from the Wing
Lawsuit: Flight Attendant Invents Abuse, Attacks Sleeping Dad, Separates Him From Son— Due To Human Trafficking Class
A Frontier Airlines flight attendant allegedly invented claims of child abuse, physically attacked a sleeping father mid-flight, and then used an off-duty cop to forcibly separate him from his adopted son—sparking a federal lawsuit exposing how human trafficking training can go dangerously wrong.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class
My short journey from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur on Thai Airways onboard a 787-9 in “Royal Silk” business class exceeded (almost) all expectations, with gracious service and a delicious multi-course meal. Thai Airways 787-9 Business Class Review (BKK-KUL) After a pleasant stay at the St. Regis Bangkok, I avoided heavy...
Frequent Miler
One way flights to Europe less than $200 from east coast, less than $250 from west coast
There are currently some great airfare deals available to Europe from both the east and west coast. From the east coast, you can get one ways for less than $200; that’s also possible from the west coast in limited cases, but more common are flights for less than $250. The...
Miles To Memories
Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards
Chase and Visa are teaming up to give Sapphire Reserve cardmembers the option to grab FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets. The post Score Your 2026 World Cup Tickets with Chase Sapphire Cards appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Pointalize
Citi 48-Month Rule Explained
The Citi 48-Month Rule explains when you can earn a new signup bonus. Learn how to calculate your eligibility date and navigate 2026 Citi Strata card rules.
Economy Class & Beyond
Jet2.com adds further capacity to Greece
There’s nothing like a Jet2 Holiday, and this summer, its airline arm – Jet2.com is adding extra flights to Greece from its British bases for this coming summer. With the additional flights, the airline and tour operator have put nearly  30,000 extra seats on sale to Crete (Chania), Crete (Heraklion), Kos and Santorini. The additional services will...
Points Miles and Bling
Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo
Marriott has just announced its first major promotion of 2026, and it’s … acceptable. For the past five years, we’ve… The post Not Double Nights: New Marriott Bonvoy Promo appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Live from a Lounge
First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3 International
Air India is close to opening its first lounge, the Air India Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 (International), which reflects the airline's design philosophy. Here is a 2000-word detailing of what to expect inside. The post First Look: Inside the swanky Air India’s Maharaja Lounge at Delhi Airport’s...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Flight Attendants Issue Vote of No Confidence in CEO Robert Isom
American Airlines is facing escalating internal pressure after its largest flight attendant union formally… The post American Airlines Flight Attendants Issue Vote of No Confidence in CEO Robert Isom appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Dulles Airport Accused of Rigging Luxury ‘Private Terminal’ Contract—$60 Million Deal Under Fire
Dulles Airport planned a luxurious new private terminal—offering VIP travelers private security, lavish suites, and chauffeured drives directly to planes—but now it's facing a federal lawsuit claiming officials rigged the $60 million contract to steer it toward a favored bidder.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 15% On Airfares With Qatar Airways
You can save up to 15% on airfares with Qatar Airways seated in either economy class or business class to your choice of select destinations in the world which the airline serves... ...but you must... The post Save Up to 15% On Airfares With Qatar Airways appeared first on The Gate.
Frequent Miler
Earn up to 10.5K United miles when shopping with Instacart
United and Instacart have teamed up to offer up to 10,500 bonus MileagePlus miles after enough shopping trips and/or subscribing to Instacart+. The Deal Earn bonus United MileagePlus miles via a partnership with Instacart: Earn 500 bonus miles when linking your Instacart account to your United MileagePlus account and placing...
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom Faces Unanimous No-Confidence Vote From Flight Attendant Union
American Airlines is facing escalating internal pressure after its flight attendant union issued a formal vote of no confidence in CEO Robert Isom. American Flight Attendants Vote No Confidence In CEO Robert Isom On Monday, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, which represents roughly 28,000 flight attendants at American Airlines,...
Live from a Lounge
Marriott’s First Global Promotion of 2026: Earn 2,500 Bonus Points + 1 Elite Night Credit per Brand
Marriott has just announced their first promotion for 2026, where you get elite qualifying nights beyond just the bonus points. Here are the details. Register now. The post Marriott’s First Global Promotion of 2026: Earn 2,500 Bonus Points + 1 Elite Night Credit per Brand appeared first on Live From...
The Alviator
My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About
I'm hugely excited when I get on any plane, though there are a few planes I get particularly excited about flying. Here's why. The post My Favourite Aircraft To Fly: Here Are The Airplanes I Get Excited About appeared first on The Alviator.
One Mile at a Time
Huge Amex Business Platinum Card 200K Points Welcome Offer: Worth It?
Link: Learn more about The Business Platinum Card from American Express
No Work All Travel
App Review: GPSmyCity
Disclaimer: I was invited to try out a subscription to GPSmyCity in exchange for this review. As a Silicon Valley tech alum, Jim Zhu has been a big-time traveler. Whenever he went somewhere new, he’d take a tour, be that one of those frequently stopping buses, or on a walk...
View from the Wing
Former American Airlines VP Says Unions Know CEO Is On His Way Out—That’s Why They’re Calling For His Ouster [Roundup]
A former American Airlines VP suggests the airline's unions expect CEO Robert Isom will soon be replaced—and that's why they're publicly calling for his ouster now, to appear influential when the inevitable leadership change happens. Plus, why no one talks about Singapore anymore and how Starbucks' loyalty program is getting...
Economy Class & Beyond
Birmingham Airport dangles route aid to re-launch services to New York
Whilst Birmingham is the UK’s second city (depending on the metric you’re using), it lacks a direct service to New York. Well, the airport has announced a targeted financial support package on offer to airlines that looks to attract direct connectivity between Birmingham and New York. Or as the rest...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER unloading at London Heathrow Terminal 2
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER, which is unloading at London Heathrow Terminal 2, accompanied by a sister 777 and tails by Thai Airways and Singapore Airlines.  United Airlines operates a fleet of 53 Boeing...
Economondo
Remembering British Airways Boeing 747: Heathrow to Dubai on the Queen of the Skies
A throwback review detailing my flight onboard a British Airways Boeing 747-400 from London Heathrow to Dubai
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (7th February)
Its that time of the week again, where it’s more than a little wet, and I’m trying to be organised. And failing. But it’s Saturday, so it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. TRIP REPORT: Growing Old in Style In the end, two segments made it out...
Economondo
Sampling Virgin Atlantic: Delhi to Heathrow on the Mega A350-1000
Flying my first flight with Virgin Atlantic since 2003 on a long slog between Delhi and London Heathrow
Economy Class & Beyond
Singapore Air Show – Airshow Digest
The Singapore Air Show has been in full swing, and there have been signs of life at the show. Let’s see what the order books are cooking in the equator heat. As usual, we’ll go by airframers, then anyone else, in alphabetical order. Airbus TigerAir Taiwan goes for the Airbus...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: The Singapore Pokémon Centre and Travelling Late through The Jewel and Changi – Grown Old in Style
The Singapore Pokémon Centre and Travelling Late Night through The Jewel and Changi Growing Old in Style I want to be the very best, like no one ever was. To catch them is my real quest, to train them is my cause. I will travel to Singapore, searching far and...
Economy Class & Beyond
Virgin Atlantic pounces on Aer Lingus UK’s depature, scaling up capacity
With Aer Lingus choosing to wind down its Manchester base, Virgin Atlantic is shuffling around its plans to take advantage of the situation. The airline is boosting its long-haul operations from Manchester this summer with additional services to Orlando, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the airline’s home in the North. Following Aer Lingus’ decision to withdraw...