Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Airport (BUSINESS CLASS)  – Growing Old in Style
TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style Time to head from one level of cold to another. It’s off to Oslo on an aircraft that feels like it’s done some hard time in its life.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old....
Economondo
Royal Brunei Dreamliner Review: Sampling the Cheapest Direct Flight from Dubai to London
Flying with Royal Brunei Airlines on their fifth freedom overnight slog from Dubai to London Heathrow
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa unveils its retrofitted A320 cabin
Lufthansa is retrofitting a number of its existing Airbus A320ceo (current engine option – the original production run of the A320) with new products inside the aircraft. The modernised cabin will be installed on 38 A320 aircraft, with a planned retrofit rate of one aircraft every 30 days. The first...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air India pushes forward with its planned Summer 2026 deployments
Air India is pushing forward its improved passenger experience, with the airline annocing will deploy aircraft featuring new, retrofitted or upgraded cabin interiors on additional key international routes as part of its Northern Summer operations for 2026. Business Class aboard Air India’s new Boeing 787=9 – Image, Air India  This...
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‘This felt personal’: Cleveland woman goes to bathroom in first class. Then the flight attendant makes a targeted announcement
"The most public walk of shame..."
Frequent Miler
Atmos Rewards Global Getaways: Book select international awards from 17.5K points one way
The latest set of Atmos Rewards Global Getaways are out and this latest batch is very Europe-heavy, although Japan is represented on the list too. The Deal Save on award bookings made using Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards points to/from the following destinations (prices listed are one way costs): Helsinki, Finland...
Monkey Miles
Want to pay your taxes with a credit card? Here’s how to make it profitable
Should you Pay your taxes with a credit card? Paying your taxes with a credit card is a pretty easy thing to do these days. In fact, the IRS has 2 official payment processors that are safe, secure, and are eager to charge you a fee to do it. If...
Miles To Memories
Chase to Remove One Redemption Option for Credit Card Cashback
The credit card issuer soon stop allowing cashback to be redeemed as a deposit into an external bank account. The post Chase to Remove One Redemption Option for Credit Card Cashback appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Yonkers Woman Left in ‘Excruciating Pain’ After Delta Air Damaged Her Speclized Wheelchair
A Yonkers woman who was recently crowned Ms. Wheelchair America says she had been left in “excruciating pain” and suffers back pain daily after Delta Air Lines damaged her highly specialized powered wheelchair during a recent flight. Known for her disability rights advocacy work, Latavia Sturdivant was traveling back home...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save 20% on Airfares With Ethiopian Airlines 80th Anniversary Celebration
In celebration of Ethiopian Airlines being in business continuously for 80 years, you can save 20% on airfares in both the economy class cabin and in the business class cabin for travel on all international routes through Tuesday, March 24, 2026 and from Thursday, April 16, 2026 through Sunday, May...
View from the Wing
Rakuten’s 100% Rebate Trick Lets You Buy Hyatt, United, or Alaska Miles for Just 1 Cent Each—Plus 5,000 Bonus Points
Rakuten's latest deal lets you earn Hyatt, United, or Alaska miles at just 1 cent each, plus new members pocket 5,000 bonus points—here’s exactly how to leverage their 100% rebate to unlock incredible travel value.
One Mile at a Time
ANA Boeing 787 U-Turns Over Arctic Ocean, Returns To Japan After 14 Hours
Not all flights go as planned, and sometimes issues arise, necessitating a diversion. Once in a while we’ll see a ”flight to nowhere,” whereby a plane has to return to its origin. However, this has to be one of the most extreme versions of this that I’ve seen.
Your Mileage May Vary
Citi Strata Premier’s $100 Hotel Credit: How to Use It (Step-by-Step
The Citi Strata Premier is one of those cards that makes perfect sense… if you use it the way Citi expects you to use it. Not for lounge access. Not…
Miles To Memories
IHG Adds Its 21st Brand, Noted Collection
InterContinental Hotels Group has officially launched its 21st brand, named the "Noted Collection". The post IHG Adds Its 21st Brand, Noted Collection appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points Miles and Bling
Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe
There isn’t a ton of train coverage here on Points Miles and Bling, and maybe that’s something we change going… The post Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Frequent Miler
Capital One Offers: Buy $200 of gift cards from CardCash & earn 5K bonus miles (targeted)
There are several different interesting Capital One Offers deals at the moment, all of which are targeted. One such example is the opportunity to earn 5,000 bonus miles when spending $200+ on gift cards at CardCash. The Deal Earn 5,000 bonus miles from Capital One Offers when spending $200+ at...
One Mile at a Time
My Strange Credit Card Fraud With Grab In Malaysia: Help Me Make Sense Of It?
Despite the fact that I have dozens of credit cards, I deal with very little credit card fraud, all things considered. It’s also not something that I’m too paranoid about, given the great protection offered by most credit cards in the event of fraud.
You Are Travel
Like to Gamble? – This Latest Move Warrants a Closer Look at Wyndham Rewards
​tl;dr – Wyndham just inked a deal to add four casino properties. ​Wyndham and the Choctaw Nation of… The post Like to Gamble? – This Latest Move Warrants a Closer Look at Wyndham Rewards appeared first on You Are Travel.
Miles To Memories
Bank of America Making Big Changes in Preferred Rewards Rebrand
Bank of America has just announced a massive overhaul of its popular "Preferred Rewards" program. On or about May 26, 2026, the program will officially become BofA Rewards™. The post Bank of America Making Big Changes in Preferred Rewards Rebrand appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Bulkhead Seat
Porter Airlines Expands Network with New Austin Route and Chicago Airport Swap
Porter Airlines is continuing its growth in the United States and Canada with the… The post Porter Airlines Expands Network with New Austin Route and Chicago Airport Swap appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Citi Custom Cash Credit Card Review (2026)
The Citi Custom Cash card is Citi’s answer to the traditional 5x rotating-category card (ie, Chase Freedom Flex or Discover It). The card offers 5x ThankYou points in the eligible category in which you spend the most, up to $500 in total purchases within that category per month. However, Citi...
Points With a Crew
Do hotel front desk clerks intentionally not ask you about your stay when you checkout?
Recent stays have made me wonder - do hotel front desk clerks intentionally not ask you about your stay when you check out? It seems like it would be ...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Marriott points with a 40% bonus?
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new Marriott promotion fit that criteria?
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class
I enjoyed an excellent flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bali on a brand new Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo in business class, a beautiful aircraft with a comfortable business class seat and excellent service onboard. Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class Review (KUL-DPS) The only reason I flew to Bali (and why the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Airport (BUSINESS CLASS)  – Growing Old in Style
TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style Time to head from one level of cold to another. It’s off to Oslo on an aircraft that feels like it’s done some hard time in its life.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old....
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Plane Declared a Crime Scene After a Bullet is Discovered in an Overhead Bin
A United Airlines airplane at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) was temporarily grounded and declared a crime scene on Tuesday afternoon after a single bullet was discovered in an overhead bin. The Boeing 737 (registration: N37456) was due to operate United flight UA-1511 from Newark to Miami. Departure was set...
One Mile at a Time
Why Do Some Airplane Seats Have Shoulder Belts? Or Airbag Belts?
There are so many different types of airplane seats out there, and they all have their own unique design quirks. Along those lines, have you ever noticed how some first and business class seats have three-point seatbelts (that go over your shoulder), while others don’t? Let’s talk about why that...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why It’s Suddenly Hard to Lift the Armrest on Some Southwest Planes
Quick tip: On Southwest’s newly retrofitted 737-800s, the aisle armrest release button is behind the hinge near the seatback, not underneath the arm. Press firmly while lifting. Southwest’s cabin retrofits…
Economy Class & Beyond
Aer Lingus to launch seasonal (and temporary) service to Barbados from Dublin
It seems Aer Lingus have got its calculator out and worked out it will be cheaper to operate its own service between Dublin and Barbados (Bridgetown), rather than send people to another carrier. As such, the airline is spinning up a temporary service to help its passengers. The seasonal/temporary service...
Economy Class & Beyond
Emirates prepares for the month of Ramadan
It’s coming up to the Holy Month of Ramadan, with Emirates showing off its offerings for the month ahead, whilst they support travellers. Emirates Iftar boxes at Boarding Gates For the comfort of all fasting customers, complimentary iftar boxes to help break the fast containing water, laban, a banana, and...
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa Expands Allegris seat availability on its Boeing 787-9 fleet
The “rollout” of Lufthansa’s “new” seat product – Allegris, continues to crawl along, with certification set to be granted to 25 out of the 28 seats aboard the Boeing 787-9 in Business Class.   Allegris took flight in its first incomplete form in summer 2024 (with the first class product delayed). This...
{Tech} for Travel
New Sony WF-1000XM6 boasts massive 25% better noise cancelling
A new processor and redesigned drivers power the Sony WF-1000XM6, which claims 25 per cent stronger noise reduction and upgraded call performance. The post New Sony WF-1000XM6 boasts massive 25% better noise cancelling appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge
Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge Growing Old in Style Time to head back to Istanbul Airport and experience the wonder of the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge. But how to get to the airport…   In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next....
Economy Class & Beyond
AirAsia X plans to try flying to London again, whilst establishing a Bahrain Base
AirAsia X is busy at the moment, with it establishing routes to Bahrain and onward to London Gatwick. AirAsia X Airbus A330-300 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport – Image, Economy Class and Beyond. The announcement was made at a press conference in Bahrain, with the airline firming up its letter of...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – Thai Airways Airbus A350-900 at Oslo Airport
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a Thai Airways Airbus A350-900 resting at Oslo Gardermoen Airport as it is prepared for the return journey to Bangkok. Thai Airways operates a fleet of 22 Airbus A350-900 aircraft in its widebody fleet....
Economy Class & Beyond
Manchester Piccadilly Station closes for major work for the week
The main rail hub in the northwest of England – Manchester Piccadilly – is currently closed, and will be for the next week as engineering work is carried out. The work will involve overhauling tracks, points and signalling systems across six lines serving the North West’s busiest railway station. The work,...