Economy Class & Beyond
easyjet to fit remaing A320ceo aircraft with Sharklets
easyJet is seeking to maximise the value of its Airbus A320 investment, with the airline planning to retrofit its remaining Airbus A320ceo (current engine option) with Airbus-manufactured Sharklets. easyJet Airbus A320ceo with Sharklets – Image, easyJet  Sharkets (and wingtip devices like this) are used to reduce fuel burn, thus reducing...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-8 taxiing 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 Boeing 737-8 taxiing around Kuala Lumpur International Airport as it prepares to depart its home base on a mission in Asia. Malaysia Airlines currently has 14 Boeing 737-8 aircraft in its short...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (10th January)
It’s been a bit of a first week back, as snow has impacted play. Yes, it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. It’s been a bit of a white covering in parts of the UK, with transport links shut, delays and such. Take it easy, especially if...
Economondo
Long Haul on Royal Air Maroc’s Flagship: Casablanca to Dubai on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Taking an overnight flight onboard a Royal Air Maroc Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Casablanca to Dubai
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You Are Travel
Almost 5 Cents Per Point For Redemptions at Hyatt Resort?…You May Want to Think Twice
​tl;dr – Sounds like this resort has some things to figure out. Hyatt’s Secrets St. Lucia Resort &… The post Almost 5 Cents Per Point For Redemptions at Hyatt Resort?…You May Want to Think Twice appeared first on You Are Travel.
Your Mileage May Vary
A New Marriott All-Inclusive Resort Is Coming to Curaçao — Here’s What to Expect
It’s always exciting when there’s news of a new higher-end hotel or resort coming down the pike. It’s even more exciting when it’s almost ready for guests. In April 2023, groundbreaking…
Miles To Memories
Chase $900 Bonus for Checking and Savings Account Is Back Again
Chase is one of the most generous banks out there when it comes to checking and savings account bonuses. Now it is once again offering its best ever deal for a total of $900. The post Chase $900 Bonus for Checking and Savings Account Is Back Again appeared first on Miles...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
January 12 Bonus Offer Highlight: Avis Preferred – Receive a free rental day after completing two rentals
Today's bonus offer highlight is the return of Avis Preferred's Free Days promotion where you can earn a free rental day after two qualifying rentals. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post January 12 Bonus Offer Highlight: Avis Preferred – Receive a free rental day after completing...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
January 12 Bonus Offer Highlight: Avis Preferred – Receive a free rental day after completing two rentals
Today's bonus offer highlight is the return of Avis Preferred's Free Days promotion where you can earn a free rental day after two qualifying rentals. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post January 12 Bonus Offer Highlight: Avis Preferred – Receive a free rental day after completing...
Points Miles and Bling
Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
I’m excited to introduce our upcoming inaugural event: Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026, taking place this April! Points Miles and… The post Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Points Miles and Bling
Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
I’m excited to introduce our upcoming inaugural event: Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026, taking place this April! Points Miles and… The post Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
View from the Wing
Victoria, Texas Is Paying Locals $100 to Fly United—On Top of a $7 Million Federal Subsidy
Victoria, Texas is offering residents $100 to book a roundtrip flight from the local airport—an effort to prop up lightly used United regional service to Houston that already draws nearly $7 million in federal subsidy. It’s a perfect snapshot of how the Essential Air Service program has evolved from a...
Frequent Miler
Rakuten offering 10x on Hotels.com, Expedia, Priceline, Marriott Homes & Villas, Best Western, more
Shopping portal Rakuten is today offering 10% back (which could alternatively be 10x Amex Membership Rewards points or 10x Bilt points per dollar spent) on hotel (and in some cases vacation rental) bookings with select sites, including Expedia, Hotels.com, Priceline, Marriott Homes & Villas, and Best Western. There are also increased rates available for other...
Frequent Miler
Rakuten offering 10x on Hotels.com, Expedia, Priceline, Marriott Homes & Villas, Best Western, more
Shopping portal Rakuten is today offering 10% back (which could alternatively be 10x Amex Membership Rewards points or 10x Bilt points per dollar spent) on hotel (and in some cases vacation rental) bookings with select sites, including Expedia, Hotels.com, Priceline, Marriott Homes & Villas, and Best Western. There are also increased rates available for other...
You Are Travel
Women Showcases Awkward In-Flight Wedding on TikTok
​tl;dr – Congrats to the couple, but these are always so awkward. ​A woman took to TikTok to… The post Women Showcases Awkward In-Flight Wedding on TikTok appeared first on You Are Travel.
The Bulkhead Seat
Asiana Will Relocate to Seoul Incheon Terminal 2 on January 14th as Part of Post-Merger Integration
Asiana Airlines is entering a new phase in its post-merger alignment with Korean Air.… The post Asiana Will Relocate to Seoul Incheon Terminal 2 on January 14th as Part of Post-Merger Integration appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
easyjet to fit remaing A320ceo aircraft with Sharklets
easyJet is seeking to maximise the value of its Airbus A320 investment, with the airline planning to retrofit its remaining Airbus A320ceo (current engine option) with Airbus-manufactured Sharklets. easyJet Airbus A320ceo with Sharklets – Image, easyJet  Sharkets (and wingtip devices like this) are used to reduce fuel burn, thus reducing...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Flight Bonus Miles and Points Offers for January 2026
Here are our Top 5 Flight Bonus Mile/Point Offers for this month. This post is of course for bonuses for flying this month however many of these offers go beyond so don’t count them out for flights you need to book past this month. If none of the offers listed...
Pointalize
Capital One Miles: The Complete 2026 Guide
The ultimate 2026 guide to Capital One Miles. We analyze the new transfer partners, the Feb 1 lounge changes, the Emirates devaluation, and 4 sweet spots.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Passenger Says He Ended Up In a Psychiatric Hospital After Airline Lost His Luggage
A Colorado man is suing American Airlines for more than $50,000 to pay for hospital bills he racked up when he had to be admitted to a psychiatric hospital in Switzerland for several months. The passenger claims that his mental health deteriorated as a direct result of American Airlines losing...
Live and Let’s Fly
Yikes: Skunk Spotted In First Class Seat On Delta Flight
I have seen many unusual things make their way onto airplanes over the years, but this one was particularly unusual. The Most Unusual First Class Upgrade Of The Year A photo circulating online this week shows what appears to be a skunk seated comfortably in first class on a Delta...
ATX Jetsetter
American Upgrades In-Flight Food and Beverage Selections: Adds Non-Alcoholic Beer and More
American Airlines is adding new non-alcoholic beverage options, including Athletic Brewing Company beer, onboard flights as of February 1, 2026. The post American Upgrades In-Flight Food and Beverage Selections: Adds Non-Alcoholic Beer and More appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Introduces New Inflight Food and Beverage Options for 2026
American Airlines is kicking off 2026 with a series of inflight upgrades including expanded… The post American Airlines Introduces New Inflight Food and Beverage Options for 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Introduces New Inflight Food and Beverage Options for 2026
American Airlines is kicking off 2026 with a series of inflight upgrades including expanded… The post American Airlines Introduces New Inflight Food and Beverage Options for 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live from a Lounge
Exclusive: Fly the IndiGo A321XLR on Delhi – Mumbai flights before its international debut
IndiGo's A321XLR will fly a few flights across India before it takes the long-haul route to Athens. Here are those flights, in case you are interested. The post Exclusive: Fly the IndiGo A321XLR on Delhi – Mumbai flights before its international debut appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
View from the Wing
United And American Add Carlsbad Flights — California Responds: Who’s Your Lawyer?
United and American are bringing Embraer E175 service to Carlsbad, and the local response is the most California thing imaginable: lawsuits demanding a land-use veto and CEQA review. Federal law makes it nearly impossible to block airline service at a public use airport, but that won’t stop activists and city...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 20% On Flights With Qatar Airways
You can save up to 20% on flights with Qatar Airways seated in either economy class or business class to your choice of select destinations in the world which the airline serves through Tuesday, March 31, 2026... ...but you must... The post Save Up to 20% On Flights With Qatar Airways appeared...
TravelUpdate
Review: The spacious Aegean Airlines non-Schengen lounge in Athens
I am never at an airline lounge at opening time, but I was this time. I’d flown in…
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Welcome to Istanbul Airport… Wait, where’s my passport? Growing Old in Style
Welcome to Istanbul Airport… Wait, where’s my passport? Growing Old with In Style Time for a new business class experience. How does the Turkish Airlines Mid-Haul Experience stack up?  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and...
{Tech} for Travel
Wave of new Hyper and Targus launches hit CES 2026
CES 2026 News: Hyper and Targus announce 8 new products including HyperSpace Trackpad Pro (240Hz), Qi2.2 FindMy 5K/10K banks up to 25W and Targus Voyager EXP. The post Wave of new Hyper and Targus launches hit CES 2026 appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
{Tech} for Travel
Watch upgrade Smartlet strap launches for mechanical and smartwatch in one
CES 2026 News: Smartlet strap keeps the aesthetic value of fine watchmaking while adding smartwatch notifications, sport functions, health tracking, GPS and daily apps. The post Watch upgrade Smartlet strap launches for mechanical and smartwatch in one appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
IndiGo takes delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR as it plans its long-haul ambitions
IndiGo is the latest carrier to add the extra-long-range Airbus A321XLR, with the first aircraft recently delivered to the airline. The delivery of the A321XLR marks a big step forward as IndiGo plans out its long-term expansion strategy. The aircraft will be deployed on the airline’s upcoming non-stop services connecting ...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1754 Oslo to Istanbul (Business Class) – Growing Old in Style
TK1754 – Oslo Gardermoen Airport to Istanbul Airport – BUSINESS CLASS Growing Old with In Style Time for a new business class experience. How does the Turkish Airlines Mid-Haul Experience stack up?  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow,...
{Tech} for Travel
Long-range ebike upgrade Heybike X Series confirms 90-mile range
CES 2026 News: Heybike X Series adds NFC card, PIN or app start, TFT display, Shimano Altus 8-speed drivetrain, direct power transfer tech, and IP65-rated electronics. The post Long-range ebike upgrade Heybike X Series confirms 90-mile range appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Emirates continues its Premium Economy rollout, with new routes and service expansion
Emirates is continuing its Premium Economy expansion, with a number of routes having the product deployed. Let’s explore. The airline will achieve this using both retrofitted Boeing 777 and new Airbus A350 to destinations in Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia, bringing Premium Economy and its...
{Tech} for Travel
Phone gaming upgrade Ohsnap MCON Controller launches snap on grip
CES 2026 News: Ohsnap MCON Controller snaps to the back of a smartphone and deploys fold out grips. Kickback mode lets you prop the phone for tabletop play. The post Phone gaming upgrade Ohsnap MCON Controller launches snap on grip appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.