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Southwest Starlink WiFi integration begins at pace this summer
The first aircraft enters service this summer as Southwest Starlink WiFi deployment accelerates across the fleet with 300 installations planned. The post Southwest Starlink WiFi integration begins at pace this summer appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa City Airlines takes flight in Frankfurt
Lufthansa’s airline within an airline – Lufthansa City Airlines has launched operations at Frankfurt am Main Airport.  The launch at the airline’s main hub of Frankfurt follows its commencement of operations at Munich Airport last year. The first flight, VL946, took off from Frankfurt to Manchester in the late afternoon...
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HONOR Magic8 Pro review: Big camera, bigger performance
HONOR Magic8 Pro review: HONOR is on a roll with the perfect balance of solid hardware and software that makes AI accessible to everyone. The post HONOR Magic8 Pro review: Big camera, bigger performance appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Air Canda move to order the Airbus A350-1000
It appears that Air Canada has decided on the future of its high-capacity long-haul fleet and has selected the Airbus A350-1000. Air Canada has signed for eight Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with purchase options for a further eight aircraft. Deliveries of the new aircraft are scheduled to begin in the second...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
“100% Preventable”: Family of 16‑Year‑Old ‘Rising Talent’ Figure Skater Who Was Killed in DCA Crash Sues American Airlines
The family of a 16‑year‑old figure skater from Annandale, Virginia, who was one of 67 people tragically killed in the mid-air collision between an American Eagle regional jet and a US military Blackhawk helicopter on January 29, 2025, at Washington National Airport, are latest to have filed a lawsuit against American...
View from the Wing
Delta Just Gave Employees $1.3 Billion in Bonuses Plus Announced Raises—While American and United Workers Get Left Behind
Delta Air Lines just handed out a staggering $1.3 billion in profit-sharing bonuses today, giving employees roughly an extra month’s pay—and announced another round of salary raises. Meanwhile, workers at American and United are left with little to no bonuses, highlighting a dramatic gap in compensation and morale across U.S....
Frequent Miler
American Express Business Gold Credit Card Review
The American Express Business Gold card has changed a lot over the last year. Its 4x categories have been revamped, various annual business credits have been added, and the annual fee has been increased by $80 (and it may be about to increase again). The combination of the hefty annual...
Live and Let’s Fly
Alaska Airlines Allows Rabbits Back In Cabin But Moves To Ban Household Birds
Alaska Airlines has quietly adjusted its pet policy in a way that will please some travelers and frustrate others. Rabbits are back in the cabin after a short-lived ban, but household birds will soon be barred entirely. Alaska Airlines Brings Back Rabbits In Cabin, But Household Birds Face Upcoming Ban...
The Alviator
StarFlyer: The Low-Cost Airline I Have A Crush On
There's a sleek Japanese low-cost airline that has adjustable headrests, PTVs, and 34-inch pitch. Count me super interested. The post StarFlyer: The Low-Cost Airline I Have A Crush On appeared first on The Alviator.
TravelUpdate
Here’s Why This is My Favorite Travel Credit Card…
There are plenty of travel credit cards, but there's one particular travel credit that's my favorite, one that I plan to keep long term.
TravelUpdate
Air Transat Will Stop Flying to the United States
Air Transat will  stop flying to the United States by June 2026 after removing all remaining U.S. routes…
View from the Wing
The ‘Sicilian’ Brisket And ‘Angry Pasta’ American Airlines Is Serving Is Everything Wrong With The Carrier
American Airlines says it’s making a premium push, but a recent menu at the Austin Admirals Club tells a very different story—featuring “Sicilian” brisket in the heart of Texas and “angry pasta” that made me mad. It’s a small detail that captures a much bigger problem with how the airline...
TravelUpdate
What’s the Future of This Amex Platinum Card Benefit? I Tried Finding Out…
Given the financial troubles of the retailer with stores shutting down now, what's going to be the future of this Amex Platinum Card benefit?
One Mile at a Time
Asiana Crews Under Fire After Selfishly Using Starbucks Store For Bag Storage
I know Starbucks stores usually have pretty generous policies in terms of how long customers can linger around for, but this seems like a bit much, no…?
The Alviator
BOOKED: Japan Airlines vs. ANA Domestic Showdown (I’m Flying A 767!!!!!)
I share travels that I'm excited about, and today I'm sharing a trip that I booked with Japan Airlines and ANA, including my first 767. The post BOOKED: Japan Airlines vs. ANA Domestic Showdown (I’m Flying A 767!!!!!) appeared first on The Alviator.
Frequent Miler
My JetBlue blunders chasing Mosaic 2 or higher
Last year, my family of four completed the JetBlue 25 for 25 promotion, so all four of us now have JetBlue TrueBlue Mosaic 1 elite status through January 31, 2051. On a podcast episode near the end of last year, Greg and I discussed JetBlue Mosaic Perks You can Pick...
One Mile at a Time
Oops: British Airways Crew Gifted Weed Gummies On Flight, End Up Hospitalized
Here’s a wild story… on the plus side, at least they only consumed these sweets after the flight?
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Quietly Appoints New Head Of Customer Experience And Boy Does She Have Her Work Cut Out
British Airways has quietly appointed a new head of customer experience after the last person in the role suddenly announced he was quitting after less than four years, following a series of cost-cutting scandals that further rocked the airline’s reputation. While there’s still no official announcement from British Airways, sources...
One Mile at a Time
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Sale: 30% Off Award Tickets
Singapore Airlines offers its monthly KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can receive a 30% discount on award tickets in select markets. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates is Being Thrown Out Of Algeria As Diplomatic Ties Between Algiers And Abu Dhabi Worsen
Dubai-based mega airline Emirates is being thrown out of Algeria after the North African nation announced that it had started the process of terminating an air services agreement with the United Arab Emirates. The announcement by Algeria’s government press office didn’t provide a reason for the decision, though it comes...
Live from a Lounge
Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes)
Virgin Atlantic is offering Status Match opportunities in 2026, with an amazing offer for enhanced status for British Airways Elite Tiers. The post Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes) appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Live and Let’s Fly
British Airways Cabin Crew Rushed To Hospital After Consuming Cannabis-Laced Gummies From Passenger
What was presented to British Airways cabin crew as a post-flight “thank you” has turned into a cautionary tale for airline employees worldwide. Passenger “Thank You” Sends British Airways Crew To Hospital In Los Angeles Three British Airways cabin crew members were rushed to a hospital in Los Angeles after...
2PAXfly
WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL: Preparing of passenger takeoff in October 2026
After years of construction, political debate and plenty of scepticism, Western Sydney International (WSI) is preparing to open for passengers later this year. Cargo flights are expected to commence mid-year The airport, built at Badgerys Creek and designed to operate 24 hours a day without a curfew, is positioning itself...
TravelUpdate
Capital One Lounge at DFW disappoints me twice.
The Capital One lounge at DFW has been open about 3 years now. I mostly fly out of…
The Bulkhead Seat
Cool: Brussels Airlines Unveils New Tintin Belgian Icon Livery
Brussels Airlines has revealed its newest Belgian Icon aircraft and it celebrates one of… The post Cool: Brussels Airlines Unveils New Tintin Belgian Icon Livery appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Bulkhead Seat
The Second Capital One Landing Will Finally Open at New York LaGuardia Airport Next Week
Capital One has carved out a space in the premium airport lounge space thanks… The post The Second Capital One Landing Will Finally Open at New York LaGuardia Airport Next Week appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Wild About Travel
Terrific Turku, Finland’s Historical Capital. All You Need to Know
Turku is a low-key river city known for its university life and as a gateway to medieval Finland and the beautiful Turku Archipelago. Turku has tens of thousands of students across multiple universities and this creates a fun, youthful atmosphere. Quality‑of‑life index scores Turku slightly higher than Helsinki overall (Turku...
Points With a Crew
Save Up to 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars (Targeted)
We’ve written about this deal before but it appears to be back! It appears to be targeted but if so, it seems widely targeted. Save 30% on Amazon, up to $30 in savings (offers vary), when you you purchase eligible products and use at least 1 cent in Amex Reward...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK209 Singapore Changi to Istanbul Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) – Growing Old in Style
TK209 Singapore Changi Terminal 1 to Istanbul Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style It’s time to start heading towards Europe as I start to bring my Asian adventure to a close. How does Turkish Airlines stack up in Business Class with one of their newer products?  In this mammoth...
{Tech} for Travel
Nomad ChargeKey completes the look for Cosmic Orange iPhone owners
Colour-matched to Cosmic Orange, Nomad ChargeKey keeps iPhone 17 Pro owners powered with a 240W USB-C keychain cable and 10Gbps transfer speeds. The post Nomad ChargeKey completes the look for Cosmic Orange iPhone owners appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Traveling For Miles
Alert: British Airways will launch new Avios-only flights on two routes tomorrow
British Airways has announced that tomorrow, 12 February 2026, it plans to launch new Avios only flights on two of its routes out of London City Airport. Only one flight in either direction will be "Avios-only", so there isn't much scope for flexibility here, but if you're Avios rich these...
Economondo
Sailing to Orkney with NorthLink Ferries: Aberdeen to Kirkwall
Sailing from Aberdeen to Orkney on the MV Hjaltland
Traveling For Miles
Flash sale: Buy Avios from Qatar Airways and get a 50% bonus (Avios cost from 1.17p/1.53c)
Qatar Airways has launched a new Avios flash sale in which it's offering bonuses of up to 50% for Avios purchases made through 16 February 2026 (you have until next Monday to make your purchase). The post Flash sale: Buy Avios from Qatar Airways and get a 50% bonus (Avios cost...
Economy Class & Beyond
Virgin Atlantic rejoins the status boost and match party for BA Club Members
It appears that the final major player has joined the status match party to attract passengers awayfrom  British Airways. And, in no surprise, Virgin Atlantic is offering a limited-time status boost and match.   Until 23 February 2026, members of The British Airways Club can level up with an enhanced...
Traveling For Miles
A hugely generous Virgin Atlantic status match for British Airways elites
A little predictably, given that a large number of British Airways elites are soon to be a lot less "important" than they have been in previous years, Virgin Atlantic has published the most generous status match that I've ever seen it offer, and if you're a British Airways Club member, this...
{Tech} for Travel
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: A compact heated massage gun built for travel, offering deep tissue relief, quiet performance, and fast heat-up. The post RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.