Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus to shutter its Manchester base
It has been rumoured for weeks now, but it seems that Aer Lingus is to suspend its UK operation that is based in Manchester. Aer Lingus’ Manchester transatlantic will wind down operations as of 31st March 2026. The Manchester -New York operations will cease earlier, on 23rd February 2026. The airline...
Economy Class & Beyond
Chiltern Railways Introduces its “new” trains – Welcome the “Explorers”
The “new” Chiltern Trains Mark 5a train sets have finally entered commercial service today between Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone. And because they’re new trains, they need branding – Welcome the “Explorers“. Chiltern Railways Explorer train set at Birmingham Moor Street – Image, Chiltern Railways. The Explorer fleet has...
Economondo
A Superb Short Hop with Malaysia Airlines: Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok on the Boeing 737-800
Flying my first ever flight with Malaysia Airlines on a short hop from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok
Economy Class & Beyond
NEEDS ADDIITONAL IMAGES AND VIDEOS: SK815 Oslo Airport to London Heathrow (Economy Class)
SK815 Oslo Gardermoen Airport to London Heathrow Terminal 2 (Economy Class) Growing  Old in Style Time to cross the 200ish-mile stretch between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in a full-service airline. But does that full service mean  I get an unwanted surprise at Changi?    In this mammoth trip report (note,...
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Miles To Memories
Chase Sapphire Preferred: Earn 75,000 Points Bonus and $150 Travel Credit [Targeted]
Select Chase customers are seeing an improved offer for the Sapphire Preferred credit card which gets you an extra $150 credit. The post Chase Sapphire Preferred: Earn 75,000 Points Bonus and $150 Travel Credit [Targeted] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Miler
Some Bilt cards don’t have the features Bilt said they did
Bilt’s rollout of its 2.0 credit cards has gone about as smoothly as a five mile drive over continuous rumble strips which Tim succinctly summed up here, I covered here, and Nick covered here. I’m afraid it turns out that there’s a teensy bit more to add. When they launched...
One Mile at a Time
Discover Airlines Unveils New Airbus A330 Cabins, Updated Business Class
Discover Airlines is Lufthansa’s leisure subsidiary that’s primarily focused on long haul flights. We’ve known that the airline plans to grow its fleet of Airbus A330s, and also intends to take delivery of some Airbus A350s as of 2027 (which are ex-Philippine Airlines A350s).
Miles To Memories
Save 32% on Alaska Airlines Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul
Alaska Airlines has launched a sale for paid fares from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul. You need to book today for travel between March 18 and May 12, 2026. The post Save 32% on Alaska Airlines Flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Miler
Buy Hilton Points For 0.5 Cents Each
Hilton has returned with a new sale offering members an up to 100% bonus when purchasing Hilton Honors points. That means you can buy Hilton Honors points for 0.5 cents per point (cpp) with this sale. Note that the 100% bonus is sometimes targeted, so it’s possible that you’ll see...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Passengers On Eurowings Flights From Dubai Are Enduring Agonisingly Long Flights Due To Airspace Restrictions
Passengers flying on the low-cost airline Eurowings between Dubai and Berlin and Stuttgart could be in for a nasty surprise in the coming weeks, as airspace restrictions on these routes are making the experience pretty challenging. How challenging? Well, in some cases, the flight is taking just an extra hour...
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines Flight Attendants Revolt, Say “Leadership Is The Problem”
The turbulence at American Airlines is not just operational or financial, it is internal. A scathing letter from the union representing  flight attendants exposes a deep credibility problem that AA’s currently leadership likely will not be able to overcome. American Flight Attendants Demand Management Change As Competitors Surge Ahead Days...
Your Mileage May Vary
Southwest’s New Boarding System Debuted — It Didn’t Go Well
After months of announcements followed by weeks of reminders, Southwest Airlines’ new seating program finally went into effect yesterday. The airline had utilized a “quirky but effective” system of open…
Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus to shutter its Manchester base
It has been rumoured for weeks now, but it seems that Aer Lingus is to suspend its UK operation that is based in Manchester. Aer Lingus’ Manchester transatlantic will wind down operations as of 31st March 2026. The Manchester -New York operations will cease earlier, on 23rd February 2026. The airline...
Miles To Memories
22 Bahia Principe Resorts Joining World of Hyatt
Starting March 24, 2026, 22 Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts across Mexico, Jamaica, Spain, and the Dominican Republic will fully integrate into the World of Hyatt program. The post 22 Bahia Principe Resorts Joining World of Hyatt appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
I Flew Southwest On Day One Of Assigned Seating — The Boarding Was A Mess And Bin Space Was Chaos
I didn’t plan to be a guinea pig for Southwest’s first day of assigned seating, but after American’s storm cancellations and operational meltdown I rebooked—and got a front-row seat to the new boarding reality. Seats may now be assigned, but the gate process still forces early queuing while carry-on bin...
PointsMath
Save 20% with Marriott Bonvoy Escapes
Marriott launches a “Marriott Bonvoy Escapes” promotion every other Wednesday, bookable through Sunday, with which you can save 20% at select hotels & resorts. Current Marriott Bonvoy Escapes Promotion Marriott Bonvoy Escapes is a bi-weekly discounted stay promotion from Marriott: Terms & Conditions. Does Marriott Bonvoy Escapes works Marriott Bonvoy...
One Mile at a Time
Bahrain-Based Gulf Air Rolling Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi Fleetwide
In recent times, weve seen many airlines announce plans to introduce Starlink Wi-Fi. Another airline has just revealed plans to roll out this service, and it makes perfect sense when you consider who the CEO is…
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern
American Airlines is in a full blown meltdown as planes and crews have been stranded across the country due to winter weather. The post American Airlines is in Meltdown Mode After Winter Storm Fern appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Preferred Hotels promo: Earn double points on 2+ night stays in March & April
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is offering double I Prefer points when registering for their latest promotion which is valid for stays of two or more nights in March and April. The Deal Earn double I Prefer points on 2+ night stays at Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties. Direct link to...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
January 28 Bonus Offer Highlight: Wyndham Rewards – Receive up to a 100% when you buy points
Today's bonus offer highlight is the next buy points offer from Wyndham Rewards who are offering up to a 100% bonus. The bonus does vary by member!! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post January 28 Bonus Offer Highlight: Wyndham Rewards – Receive up to a 100%...
Eye of the Flyer
A Beloved Airport Could Be the Next Site of a Deadly Mid-Air Collision – NTSB
A year after the tragic mid-air collision between an Army helicopter and a PSA Airlines jet at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the National Transportation Safety Board apparently is darkly confident where the next major incident will take place. The Hollywood-Burbank Airport (BUR), also known as Bob Hope International...
Points Miles and Bling
A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada
In Canada, there are three main airline companion vouchers that can be earned via credit card spending from Air Canada,… The post A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
PointsMath
Save Up to 20% at Sofitel and MGallery with Inspired Escapes
Accor is running a discounted stay promotion for stays at Sofitel and MGallery hotels & Resorts. Save up to 20% for Stays at Sofitel and MGallery Here is what you need to know about the discounted stay promotion at Sofitel and MGallery: Official Link Also Read: 10+ Ways to Earn...
One Mile at a Time
Waldorf Astoria Coming To Utah’s Deer Valley East Village, Opening 2028
The new Deer Valley East Village development will be getting yet another new luxury hotel, thanks to a deal that has just been announced…
TravelUpdate
Swapping LGA for JFK: Delta Air Lines A319 Main Cabin from New Orleans
Background and Booking For my flight back to New York from New Orleans, I wanted to make the…
View from the Wing
Water Gushed Through The Cabin On An American Flight — Airline Called It “Weather” And Refused Hotels For Stranded Passengers
Passengers on an American Airlines Hartford–Charlotte flight say they were seated on the plane when they heard “rushing water,” then watched a pipe burst and water start gushing from the back of the cabin, pooling down the aisle across multiple rows. The infuriating twist: they say American treated the cancellation...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 20% With Marriott Bonvoy
You can save up to 20% with Marriott Bonvoy off of the guest room standard rate when you stay at your choice of participating hotel and resort properties worldwide with its Escapes promotion, which offers exclusive savings every other Thursday through Sunday across select destinations... ...but you must... The post Save Up...
Frequent Miler
How to earn rewards on Airbnb stays: Delta SkyMiles, BA Avios, Qantas points, or ANA miles
Just like how Uber has partnerships with numerous different travel loyalty programs from around the world, Airbnb has something similar. Before booking any Airbnb stays, it’s therefore worth clicking through from one of these partnerships in order to earn points and miles on your stay. Here are all the current...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) – Growing Old in Style
The Intercontinental Singapore (Frasers House) Growing Old in Style It’s time to head to one of my favourite hotels in the world, which is just classical in so many ways and able to hit the right service notes.  A shame the owners have switched flags on it now…  In this...
{Tech} for Travel
Apple AirTag 2 launches with louder speaker and wider range
With enhanced connectivity and louder alerts, the Apple AirTag 2 makes locating lost items even easier using Apple’s Find My network. The post Apple AirTag 2 launches with louder speaker and wider range appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
RECARO Aircraft Seating unveils Premium Economy and Economy Class seats for Air India
RECARO Aircraft Seating has partnered with Air India to bring a new experience to passengers around the world. Originally announced in 2024, the first of Air India’s newly linefit B787-9 multiclass cabins will take to the skies on February 1 2026, featuring PL3530 Premium Economy seating and the CL3710 Economy...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: MH627 Kuala Lumpur to Singapore Changi (Economy Class)
MH627 Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 to Singapore Changi Terminal 2 Growing Old with In Style Time to cross the 200ish-mile stretch between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in a full-service airline. But does that full service mean  I get an unwanted surprise at Changi?    In this mammoth trip...
{Tech} for Travel
Four new Majority portable speakers revealed for 2026
Bluetooth 6.0, microSD card support, and up to 70 hours of playtime are features in the latest range of Majority portable speakers, catering to every listening need. The post Four new Majority portable speakers revealed for 2026 appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Apple unveils their new updated AirTags
For those who travel, misplace things, or want to know where something is, Apple AirTags have been a valuable way of tracking items down. There’s good news: Apple has unveiled its next-generation AirTag. The New Apple AirTag with a FineWoven Keyring – Image, Apple.  What’s new?  In summary, the new...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Batik Air Airbus A330 towed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Batik Air Malaysia Airbus A330-300 being towed to the gate at the KLIA Terminal 1 Satellite, as it is prepared for service. Batik Air Malaysia operates a fleet of six Airbus A330-300...
Economy Class & Beyond
Caledonian Sleeper cooks up sweet partnership with Ochil Fudge
Rail operator Caledonian Sleeper is making life a little sweeter aboard its night train services, as it partners with Ochil Fudge. Caledonian Sleeper will hand out 220,000 pieces of handmade fudge this year as it announced a new partnership that will be loaded onboard, as the latest complimentary nibble for...