Economy Class & Beyond
Google Launches “Share Item Location” in Find Hub for Android
Google has unveiled a new feature during Mobile World Congress, with work on their Find Hub being featured. For travellers, there will be something quite important rolling out – “Share Item Location”. It is similar to Apple’s “Find My Share My Item Location” function. It will give you a new...
Traveling For Miles
Life after BA’s “Tiermageddon” is just fine
It's a little over 14 months since British Airways announced that it was overhauling the way customers earn elite status in its frequent flyer program, and since it paid a firm of consultants a lot of money to change its program's name from "the British Airways Executive Club" to "the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air Astana Group finalises order for 25 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft
Air Astana Group has finalised its order for additional aircraft with Airbus, as the group signs for 25 Airbus A320neo aircraft. It marks the largest direct order by the group made to Airbus. The agreement was made on the 20th anniversary of Air Astana’s start of operating its first A320...
Traveling For Miles
Get a 20% bonus when you convert Chase points to Avios
Chase is now offering a 20% bonus on points conversions from Ultimate Rewards to British Airways, Aer Lingus and Iberia and card holders have until the end of the month to enact a transfer is they want to lock in the bonus. The post Get a 20% bonus when you convert...
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Frequent Miler
Wyndham Rewards shopping portal closing on 4/4/26
If you’ve enjoyed having the ability to earn Wyndham Rewards points via its shopping portal, I’m afraid there’s bad news: it’s closing down with effect from April 4, 2026. As you can see from the screenshot above, the Wyndham Rewards shopping portal has a message stating the following: Important Notice:...
Points With a Crew
Why parents of children flying should NOT give “airplane goodie bags” to fellow passengers
Recently there was a story of a couple on their first flight with their baby who gave out airplane goodie bags to their fellow passengers. Should this be the new trend or expectation?
2PAXfly
MIDDLE EAST: Advice for Australians caught in flight chaos
Airspace is closed across parts of the Middle East due to attacks by Israel and the USA and consequent retaliation from Iran. This has left thousands of Australian travellers stranded or scrambling to rearrange flights. If you’re travelling through the region in the coming days or stuck there right now,...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Longan? What is a Longan?
Breakfast is included at Viroth’s Villa — which is a hotel property of Mr & Mrs Smith and is where I am currently staying in Siem Reap in Cambodia — and part of breakfast was a curious little tan fruit that I personally had never seen before. I searched for this...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
11 Tips on What to Bring to the Pool or Beach When Staying at a Hotel Property
Despite not usually being the type of person who “worships” the sun, sometimes I like to take a day off from actively traveling and simply lounge around the swimming pool — or, if accessible, the beach — to lazily relax when staying at a hotel or resort property... ...but I do...
Frequent Miler
Disney+ gift cards can now be used as regular Disney gift cards
There’s some good news for those who are sitting on a stack of gift cards for Disney+ (the streaming service) having mistaken them for regular Disney gift cards. Going forward, Disney+ gift cards will function in the same way as normal Disney gift cards. Up until now, Disney+ gift cards...
You Are Travel
Hilton Bringing Its Luxury LXR Hotels & Resorts Brand to Australia’s Gold Coast in 202
​tl;dr – Hilton will seek to uplevel the former Versace-branded property. ​Hilton just announced its first LXR Hotels… The post Hilton Bringing Its Luxury LXR Hotels & Resorts Brand to Australia’s Gold Coast in 202 appeared first on You Are Travel.
The Bulkhead Seat
Finally: Delta Unveils Stunning New Sky Club® at Denver International Airport
The Sky Club® at Denver International Airport (DEN) used to be one of the… The post Finally: Delta Unveils Stunning New Sky Club® at Denver International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Choice Privileges Pros and Cons | Coffee Break Ep95 | 3-3-26
Choice Privileges is a hotel chain with brands like Clarion, Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, Radisson Americas etc. In today’s podcast, we’ll talk about the pros and cons of this program. You can find our Choice Privileges complete guide here. Choice Privileges Pros and Cons Watch the full episode below, or...
The Bulkhead Seat
Reminder: Exchange Eligible United MileagePlus PlusPoints before March 31st
In October 2024, United shared that PlusPoints were going to become more flexible and that… The post Reminder: Exchange Eligible United MileagePlus PlusPoints before March 31st appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
Can You Keep Your Headphones On at TSA? Here’s What Actually Happens
TSA rules don’t clearly forbid it—but scanners, metal detectors, and officers may still have other ideas. You’re packed, prepared, and feeling smug about TSA PreCheck. Shoes stay on, laptop stays…
Frequent Miler
Earn double JetBlue TrueBlue points for Icelandair flights
JetBlue and Icelandair have had a partnership for almost 10 years. At the moment, you can earn double JetBlue TrueBlue points when flying between the US and Iceland on paid flights. The Deal Earn double JetBlue TrueBlue points on flights between the US and Iceland when flying on Icelandair. Direct...
Travel With Grant
A Tale of Two Citi Strata Elite Credit Card Applications
Laura and I applied for the Citi Strata Elite Credit Card hoping for triple benefits, but faced mixed results: I was denied instantly, while Laura’s application was approved after some delays. Curious about the approval process and benefits? Read on! The post A Tale of Two Citi Strata Elite Credit Card...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Summer Travel Misery: American Airlines Slams United’s ‘Reckless’ Tactics at Chicago O’Hare to ‘Flood the Zone’
American Airlines has slammed its arch-rival, United Airlines, over its ‘reckless’ actions at Chicago O’Hare, claiming that United’s plans to increase flights this summer from the busy airport threaten to cause travel misery for millions of passengers. American’s chief operating officer, David Seymour, and chief commercial officer, Nat Pieper, told...
View from the Wing
Singapore Airlines Newark–Singapore Flight Clips a Spirit Jet at the Gate — One of the World’s Longest Routes Sits for 6 Hours
Singapore Airlines flight 21, the 19 hour 10 minute non-stop from Newark to Singapore, struck the tail of a Spirit Airlines plane on Tuesday morning. Video from inside the Singapore Airbus A350-900 shows the damage to Spirit’s tail.
The Bulkhead Seat
Chase Travel Reveals Top Trending Spring Break Destinations for 2026
Chase Travel has unveiled its top trending spring break destinations for 2026 and is… The post Chase Travel Reveals Top Trending Spring Break Destinations for 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Monkey Miles
Rove adds Japan Airlines to its transfer partner with 50% bonus
If you’re unfamiliar with Rove Miles its a airline/hotel booking portal that allows you to earn Rove Miles when you book through it ( a lot of direct bookings as well ) alongside your credit card points and miles, and it’s also a shopping portal. It can be a great...
Miles To Memories
Is the World Too Unstable to Travel Right Now? + Booking the Atlantis Bahamas HACK!
Discussing this week's events and pondering whether it is safe to travel. Plus Hawaii vs. Bahamas and why it may never be as good as now to book these places. The post Is the World Too Unstable to Travel Right Now? + Booking the Atlantis Bahamas HACK! appeared first on...
Frequent Miler
Virgin Atlantic targeting some members with an 85K credit card welcome offer
The current best welcome offer for the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard® is 60,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 in the first 90 days. If you’re potentially interested in this card, keep an eye on your emails because some Virgin Atlantic Flying Club/Virgin Red members are being targeted with an offer...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Hilton points with (up to) a 100% bonus?
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new Hilton promotion fit that criteria?
One Mile at a Time
Erika Hammond, Wife Of Bilt CEO, Will Be On Real Housewives Of New York
This is only tangentially related to miles & points, but given the overlap between Real Housewives viewers and miles & points enthusiasts (I’ll let you deduce why), I figure this will interest a good number of people…
Your Mileage May Vary
This AMEX Offers Glitch Could Make You Miss Targeted Deals
I recently read about a new targeted American Express Offer that gives $100 back when you spend $500 or more with SIXT on a car rental. Since I already have…
The Alviator
Cathay Pacific’s New 777 Economy Class: Surprisingly Delightful
I flew Cathay Pacific's "new" 777 economy class from Hong Kong to Sydney. I might prefer it to the A350, which I wasn't expecting. The post Cathay Pacific’s New 777 Economy Class: Surprisingly Delightful appeared first on The Alviator.
Miles To Memories
We Went to Cracker Barrel. It Was Delightful.
I was recently reminded to appreciate things, experiences, and people for what and who they are now - during a Cracker Barrel visit. The post We Went to Cracker Barrel. It Was Delightful. appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-900neo at Kuala Lumpur International Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art.  This week, we have a Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-900neo at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 1 – Satellite Terminal) as it is loaded for its next mission. Malaysia Airlines operates a fleet of nine Airbus A330-900neo aircraft in its fleet....
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (28th February)
Its the end of February… if you like it or not. As preapre to enter the third month of the year, it’s time to look back on the headlines and articles I’ve written last week in Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.    Look into the bowl of Pho,...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Older. Never Wiser – Growing Old in Style
Older. Never Wiser. Growing Old in Style Time for some closing thoughts, conclusions and whatever else I have left to say.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow to Oslo Airport (Club Europe) The Best...
Economondo
Iceberg Spotting from an Air Greenland Dash 8: Kangerlussuaq to Ilulissat via Aasiaat
Flying on one of the most spectacular flights that I've ever taken through the skies across Greenland
Economy Class & Beyond
British Airways to add Boeing 787-10 aircraft to London Gatwick
There’s been some news from British Airways, as Sean Dolye made announcements to staff and the public. For passengers, there’s big news drop, with the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner planned to make an appearance. British Airways Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner – Image, British Airways  Last year, the airline announced an order for...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk – Growing Old in Style
Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk Growing Old in Style Let’s grab my luggage and head home. There’s the joy of the real world the next day.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow...
{Tech} for Travel
Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 gets preloaded maps and a night-vision goggle mode
Built for –30°C and rough stopovers, the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 pairs preloaded maps with a green night-vision goggle torch mode, plus turn-by-turn routing. The post Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 gets preloaded maps and a night-vision goggle mode appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Traveling For Miles
A change in location means a change in my travel patterns
I've spent most of the past 25 years splitting my time between Los Angeles and London/Greater London, so it's safe to say that a lot of my trips this century have involved flights across the Atlantic and a lot of my travel plans have been built around my transatlantic life....