Traveling For Miles
How to buy Finnair Tier Points with Avios
There are various rules surrounding how many Finnair Tier Points you can buy and how often you can buy them, so I've covered these below, and because it's isn't immediately obvious how to go about buying Tier Points with your Avios balance, I've included a very basic step-by-step guide to...
Traveling For Miles
The World of Hyatt changes are going to be painful (the numbers say so)
It has been a little under two weeks since Hyatt dropped the news that alongside it's usual annual hotel category changes it will be revamping its award chart. Generally speaking, the news has been taken badly, but some have tried to argue that the changes "may not be so bad". I...
Economy Class & Beyond
Lumo unveils interiors for their new Stirling – London Service
Lumo, the “low-cost” the open-acesss rail operator from FirstGroup, has unveiled some interior shots of its new trains it plans to operate on the Stirling (Scotland) to London Euston route. Lumo currently operates the low-cost services on the East Coast Main Line connecting destinations including Glasgow, Edinburgh and Newcastle with...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Etihopian Airlines Boeing 787-9 at Olso Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art.  This week, we have an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787-9 at Oslo Airport as it awaits its return journey to Addis Ababa. Ethiopian Airlines operates a fleet of nine Boeing 787-9 aircraft in its widebody fleet. The airline also...
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One Mile at a Time
Guide To American AAdvantage Lifetime Million Miler Status
Many travel loyalty programs offer the ability to earn lifetime elite status. Ordinarily elite status has to be earned on an annual basis, so it sure is nice to be able to not worry about requalifying for status anymore.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Employees Up in Arms After Flight Attendants Secure Jumpseats For Aircrew Only
Southwest Airlines employees are said to be up in arms after the Dallas-based carrier banned anyone apart from flight attendants and pilots from using a jumpseat on any of its flights. Free or deeply discounted flights are one of the best perks of working for an airline, but non-revving, as...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Extends Doha and Tel Aviv Suspensions — As Iran’s Attacks Keep Middle East Skies Largely Closed
American Airlines has extended its Middle East suspensions again, pushing Philadelphia–Doha out to May 7 and delaying New York JFK–Tel Aviv until April 23, as Iran’s attacks keep much of the region’s airspace largely unusable.
Live from a Lounge
Axis Bank’s Airtel Credit Card Devalued: Lounge Access Removed, Cashback Structure Reworked from April 2026
The Airtel Axis Bank Credit Card has been sharply restructured, because all the benefits now depend on how much you spend on the card. Here are the details. The post Axis Bank’s Airtel Credit Card Devalued: Lounge Access Removed, Cashback Structure Reworked from April 2026 appeared first on Live From...
Live from a Lounge
Now collect Marriott Bonvoy points on your Swiggy purchases
You can now earn Marriott Bonvoy points from your Swiggy orders. A new collaboration that started today. The post Now collect Marriott Bonvoy points on your Swiggy purchases appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
The Bulkhead Seat
Lufthansa Plans Special Anniversary Flights to Celebrate 100 Years of Flying
I’ve written about the gorgeous 100th anniversary liveries that Lufthansa is releasing this year.…
The Bulkhead Seat
Know Before You Go: Check TSA Wait Times Before Heading to the Airport
This weekend, I wrote about the extreme waits that travelers were facing at airports…
Frequent Miler
Hilton Honors Complete Guide (2026)
Hilton Honors is the loyalty program for Hilton hotels & resorts and their many brands worldwide. Hilton has gotten a bit of a bad rap in the frequent-traveler community recently: its points have dropped ~15-20% in value, the maximum price for award nights has more than doubled, and there is...
The Alviator
Review: Japan Airlines A350 Premium Economy (HND-CDG)
A review of Japan Airlines' flagship A350 premium economy class from Tokyo to Paris, detailing the seat, catering, service, and more.
Points With a Crew
The New Capital One Venture Rewards Card Offer Is Worth At Least $1,000
Learn how signing up for the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card can supercharge your travel with 75,000 miles, $250 AND benefits that include ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Why Was the Toilet in the Lavatory Filled With Ice?
“The other day I noticed that one of the toilets was filled with ice just before a long flight. Maybe this is part of the cleaning procedure. I pointed this out to the flight attendants and they made sure that it was fixed. Thankfully I noticed it before someone had...
TravelUpdate
I was going to miss my connecting flight… but this happened!
One thing to be avoided when flying is a separately booked connecting flight. While you can potentially save…
Frequent Miler
Select gift cards (incl Apple) on sale at Citi Thank You Rewards (3/9 only)
Citi ThankYou Rewards is currently offering some gift cards for 10-15% fewer points than normal. Doctor of Credit reports that this sale is available today (3/9/26) only. Gift cards still represent poor value at a bit less than 1.2c per point even with this sale, but if you’re flush with...
You Are Travel
Cambodia Opens New $2 Billion Airport in Hopes of Winning Over Tourists
​tl;dr – This is the Southeast Asian country’s second big airport opening in the last 3 years. ​Last…
Your Mileage May Vary
Flying Blue Simplifies Mileage Expiration Rules
Air France–KLM’s Flying Blue program is making a change that should make life much easier for members: mileage expiration is getting simpler. For years, Flying Blue miles have had one…
Live and Let’s Fly
Why Flying Basic Economy Feels Like Dating An Abusive Boyfriend
Airlines will happily sell you a basic economy ticket, but they really wish you wouldn’t buy one. That tension sits at the heart of a thoughtful new Washington Post story examining why airlines keep making their cheapest fares less appealing. The latest example: removing even the token mileage earning that...
You Are Travel
Capella Hotels Welcomes New President with a Ton of Luxury Street Cred
​tl;dr – The leadership change comes on the heels of the luxury hotel chain recently opening the doors…
Altitude Yes
Earn Benefits With the American Airlines and Hyatt Partnership
Learn about how elite status members of AAdvantage or World of Hyatt can receive perks through this partnership. The post Earn Benefits With the American Airlines and Hyatt Partnership first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Miles To Memories
Up To 20% Off Google Play, PetSmart, Red Robin, Dave & Buster’s, Hotels.com, Subway & More
There are over 20 different Amazon gift card deals today worth up to a 20% discount on many popular brands.
View from the Wing
MAGA Influencers Turn on United CEO Scott Kirby — Is the Airline Scrubbing the Receipts?
United spent the Biden years leaning hard into the corporate-left script — pronouns, DEI signaling, and even vaccine mandates — and now Scott Kirby is adopting the Trump-era posture with public defenses of tariffs and other priorities that track the new power center. The pivot is so obvious that the...
Frequent Miler
Indirect Amex Platinum Card® benefits: Free burgers, Champions League soccer, Best Western, Radisson & Sixt status, & more
American Express Platinum Cards® and Business American Express Platinum Cards® come with a large suite of benefits, from hotel status to airport lounge access to entertainment subscription credits to savings at Saks and Dell to a Walmart+ membership and more. All those benefits are pretty well known, but there’s also...
Points Miles and Bling
Stranded in Qatar During Missile Strikes: My Unexpected Escape Through Saudi Arabia
In early January, my daughter, currently working in France, mentioned she had a week off in late February. Never one…
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: CamCast Smart Camera System (Back By Tuesday)
The CamCast camera system is a smart, connected system that has Multi-Screen Monitoring, low latency and USB-C camera control. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Important Thing to Know About Europe’s Self-Cleaning Public Bathrooms
Self-cleaning public bathrooms have been common across Europe for years. Sometimes you have to pay to use them, and sometimes they’re free. Either way, they usually look the same: a…
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways adds additional flights from Doha, UK Government to add repatriation flights – Travel Update
Updated 19:30 8th March. . Information Correct at the time of publication.  Qatar Airways‘ scheduled flights still remained hampered with the closure of Qatari airspace. However, yesterday, the airline was able to operate flights out of Doha, following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority and the opening of...
Economondo
A Long Transit Retreat: Muui Island – A Hidden Gem next to Seoul Incheon Airport
Come with me as I explore the delights of Muui Island, a small island located right next to Incheon Airport
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (7th March)
It’s been a turbulent first week of March with a lot of external factors changing the face of air travel. Nonetheless, we’ve made it to Saturday, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  Out of the darkness and into the light – Exiting the...
Economondo
Ending my Greenlandic Adventure: Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen on a Rare A330-800
Come with me as I fly across the Atlantic from Kangerlussuaq to Copenhagen on an Airbus A330-800
Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways begins limited repatriation flights, whilst Emirates restarts its network – Travel Updates
Updated at 18:15, Saturday 7th March. Information Correct at the time of publication. P It’s time for a quick roundup of your travel options if you’re in the Middle East, which hubs are operating service, and how to access them. As usual, check with your carrier for the latest changes...
{Tech} for Travel
OneOdio Focus A1 Pro Review: Hybrid ANC on a Budget
OneOdio Focus A1 Pro Review: A budget friendly ANC headphone with USB C charging, 40 mm drivers, hybrid noise cancelling and exceptional battery life. The post OneOdio Focus A1 Pro Review: Hybrid ANC on a Budget appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
LOT Polish Airlines commences flying with Viasat connectivty
Some news from LOT Polish Airlines, which has launched onboard connectivity on its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. It marks the beginning of in-flight connectivity powered by Viasat and its Amara connectivity solution. The service is currently available on the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane (SP-LSA). It will be offered on...
Economy Class & Beyond
Middle Eastern Network Disruption – Etihad to restart its network
Updated Friday 6th  March, 12:00UTC. If you’re reading this on the 7th March or later, please check with airlines for up-to-date information. Whilst conflict continues, airliens are attempting network restarts where they can, or at least from different bases. We’ll start with Etihad, which is attempting to restart its network...