Traveling For Miles
Buy Virgin Atlantic Points with a 70% bonus (0.89p or 1.48¢ each)
Virgin Atlantic's has brought back the best points sale that we see it run, and that means that for the next few weeks, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members can buy points from 0.89 pence each (UK accounts) or from 1.48 cents each (US accounts). The post Buy Virgin Atlantic Points with...
Economy Class & Beyond
Brussels Airlines launches at Air-Train codeshare with Deutsche Bahn
We’re all for multi-modal shift where appropriate, so there is some good news, with Brussels Airlines and Deutsche Bahn launching a codeshare. The move comes about with DB adding a stop on its Antwerp – Cologne service at Brussels Airport. The first train of this new connection will depart from...
Economy Class & Beyond
Qantas to add Las Vegas to its network map
Qantas is adding a new route between a new route to the USA, with Las Vegas being the next destination The new service will be a seasonal service, operating between Sydney and Las Vegas from 29 December 2026 to 12 March 2027. Qantas will be the first airline in the...
{Tech} for Travel
HONOR MagicPad4 claims worlds thinnest tablet at 4.8mm with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
With Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 inside a 4.8mm shell, HONOR MagicPad4 leans into “PC level productivity” and cross-platform sharing across iOS and Android devices. The post HONOR MagicPad4 claims worlds thinnest tablet at 4.8mm with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
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Live and Let’s Fly
“Hacking” Or Union Organizing? Airline Sues Two Pilots Over Employee Data Access
Regional airline SkyWest Airlines is suing two of its former pilots, alleging they hacked into the company’s internal computer system and extracted the private personal information of thousands of coworkers in an effort to unionize fellow pilots. Regional Airline Sues Two Pilots, Alleging Internal Systems Were Accessed To Harvest Coworkers’...
The Bulkhead Seat
Michigan Couple Sues Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas After Alleged $425,000 Armed Robbery During Stay
A Michigan couple has filed a civil lawsuit against The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas. They… The post Michigan Couple Sues Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas After Alleged $425,000 Armed Robbery During Stay appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Up To 125% Transfer Bonus: Bilt Rent Day Details Are Here
We have the Bilt Rent Day details here for the upcoming month's promotion. This time around there is an up to 125% transfer bonus. The post Up To 125% Transfer Bonus: Bilt Rent Day Details Are Here appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Vomits For 45 Minutes, Barefoot Seatmate Admits He’s Contagious—Flight Attendants Do Nothing
A Delta passenger vomited openly in his seat for nearly an hour while his barefoot companion casually admitted their family had just suffered a contagious virus. Despite health and safety protocols, the Delta crew reportedly let it continue.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In the Morning. Short Videos Included.
Fire alarms at hotel properties are never fun — but being startled out of sleep by a fire alarm at a hotel property at 5:45 in the morning is not exactly a great way to start the day. The incident occurred at... The post Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Qantas is Opening its First Ever Cabin Crew Base in Singapore But Unions Accuse Airline Of Offshoring Australian Jobs
The Australian flag carrier Qantas has been slammed by its main flight attendant union after it revealed plans to open its first-ever crew base in Singapore, with the airline accused of offshoring jobs at the expense of Australian workers. Set to open as soon as September 2026, Qantas initially plans...
One Mile at a Time
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Improves Mileage Expiration Policy
The Air France-KLM Flying Blue program is improving its mileage expiration policy, in a way that most members will certainly appreciate.
Frequent Miler
Easy $300 checking bonus with Capital One 360
Capital One 360 is again offering a $300 bonus when you open a new checking account and receive two direct deposits of $500 or more within 75 days of account opening. That’s quite an easy bonus to hit, and at $500 for those playing in two-player mode, it becomes even...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 575: On Again, Off Again
Are the policy changes real? Can anyone or anything be trusted anymore? And a 20+ year throwback reference at the end, just for fun.
One Mile at a Time
Suspicious: Armed Robbery At Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas, $425K Stolen
As much as we’d hope it’s not the case, stuff does get stolen at hotels somewhat regularly. Sometimes it’s by outsiders, sometimes it’s by other guests, and sometimes it’s an inside job. However, this has to be one of the most extreme — and suspicious — hotel theft situations that...
The Points of Life
Airport Transport St. Lucia: Wasn’t Expecting That Bill
We all know about TPOL’s trepidation for airport taxis (see “Taxi my friend?” The Worst Places to Hail a Cab). Imagine my surprise when I landed in St. Lucia and was told that a taxi to my hotel, the Hilton Harbor Club St. Lucia, was $120. Looking at the map,...
TravelUpdate
Hilton Honors Offers Are Back! Earn up to 175,000 Points & 1 Free Night Award
Hilton Honors Credit Card Offers are back, 4 cards - you can earn up to 175,000 points and 1 free night certificate from just one card bonus!
TravelUpdate
Frontier Airlines Extra Legroom Seat Review
My Frontier Airlines extra legroom seat review shows how nice Frontier can be, if you go in with…
Traveling For Miles
Buy Virgin Atlantic Points with a 70% bonus (0.89p or 1.48¢ each)
Virgin Atlantic's has brought back the best points sale that we see it run, and that means that for the next few weeks, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club members can buy points from 0.89 pence each (UK accounts) or from 1.48 cents each (US accounts). The post Buy Virgin Atlantic Points with...
View from the Wing
Ritz-Carlton Guests Robbed Of $425,000 Seconds After Security Guard Vanishes—Was It An Inside Job? [Roundup]
Guests at the Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas were robbed at gunpoint of $425,000 in luxury goods moments after their security guard mysteriously disappeared—raising suspicions of an inside job. Plus, Denver airport’s $14.5 million sign is malfunctioning, and a single forger caused 60,000 aircraft engine parts to have fake safety certificates.
TravelUpdate
A Massive Hyatt Points Devaluation Is Upon Us: Here’s What You May Have Missed
A massive Hyatt points devaluation is upon us: here are a few things that you may have missed about the upcoming changes to the program.
One Mile at a Time
Is Marriott Titanium Elite Worth The Extra Effort? The Incremental Perks…
In this post, I’d like to take a closer look at Bonvoy Titanium status, which is Marriott’s elite tier that requires 75 nights annually. All the time I see people ask whether it’s worth going for Titanium status over Platinum status, so I’ll share my take on that.
Economy Class & Beyond
Brussels Airlines launches at Air-Train codeshare with Deutsche Bahn
We’re all for multi-modal shift where appropriate, so there is some good news, with Brussels Airlines and Deutsche Bahn launching a codeshare. The move comes about with DB adding a stop on its Antwerp – Cologne service at Brussels Airport. The first train of this new connection will depart from...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Alleged Pervert Nuzzled Face Into Woman’s Breasts On Alaska Airlines Flight From Portland As She Tried To Fight Him Off
A man on an Alaska Airlines flight from Portland, Oregon, to Anchorage, Alaska, has been arrested on sexual assault charges after he allegedly nuzzled his face into his female seatmate’s breasts, pinning her against the window as she desperately attempted to fight him off. Timothy Hobson, 44, remains in custody...
Eye of the Flyer
Expiring Soon: Five Free Hotel Nights (AND an Airline Statement Credit!)
One of the credit cards that both my wife and I personally hold is running a huge promotion offering five free nights. But the limited-time offer ends soon. cards below The links below are referral links. We do not receive a commission if you’re approved but we may earn a...
The Alviator
My Huge AvGeek Morning At Heathrow’s Terminal 2…
On a lounge review spree at LHR T2, I took a second to enjoy the various longhaul aircraft that would be flying thousands all over the world. The post My Huge AvGeek Morning At Heathrow’s Terminal 2… appeared first on The Alviator.
One Mile at a Time
British Airways Retrofitting A380s With New Cabins, 110(!!) Business Seats
In mid-2023, British Airways’ CEO announced that the airline planned to update the interiors of its Airbus A380s, which is also where we’ll see the debut of the carrier’s new first class suite. 2026 is finally supposed to be the year where we see this project start, so what’s the...
Live and Let’s Fly
Pentagon Derails Aviation Safety Reform Months After Deadly D.C. Midair Crash
The failure of a bipartisan aviation safety bill following a deadly midair collision over Washington, D.C. highlights how difficult it remains to turn tragedy into even basic reform. Aviation Safety Bill Fails After Pentagon Objections Months After D.C. Midair Crash On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives failed to pass...
One Mile at a Time
Qantas Launching Seasonal Sydney To Las Vegas Flights, A Unique Route
Qantas’ newest destination in the United States isn’t necessarily what you might expect, though in fairness, the route also won’t be around for that long.
Economy Class & Beyond
UK Disabled Persons Railcard to expand eligibility from 1st March
There are steps being taken by the Rail Delivery Group to expand the eligibility for a Disabled Persons Railcard.  And the good news is, the first phase of changes goes into effect from Sunday (1st March). The changes are designed to bring benefit where evidence requirements are straightforward and to...
Economondo
FLIGHT REVIEW: Uzbekistan Airways A320 – Riga to Tashkent
Come with me as I fly on an Uzbekistan Airways A320 from Riga to Tashkent
Economy Class & Beyond
Etihad to send AirbusA380 to Bangkok
For those of us who love the double-decker whalejet, Etihad Airways is planning to operate an Airbus A380 on its Abu Dhabi – Bangkok route from late October. The aircraft will operate on Etihad’s evening daily service between Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, further strengthening connectivity between Southeast...
{Tech} for Travel
Twelve South PowerCapsule supports Qi2 and USB C charging
Available in 5000mAh and 10000mAh options, the Twelve South PowerCapsule combines Qi2 magnetic charging with USB-C and pass-through support. The post Twelve South PowerCapsule supports Qi2 and USB C charging appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa pulls forward increased 787-9 Business Class Avaliblity – Bookable from 29th March
For those who have been waiting for miracles to happen, there’s good news, as the certification of Lufthansa Allegris Business Class seats seems to have taken major steps forward. It is to the point that the partial certification of the new Allegris Business Class in the Dreamliner has made further...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT – SK815 Oslo Airport to London Heathrow with SAS – Growing Old in Style (Economy Class)
SK815 Oslo Gardermoen Airport to London Heathrow Terminal 2 Growing Old in Style Time for the last segment to take me back to London. How does SAS stack up on the short-haul routes? A reasonable alternative to British Airways? In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off...
Economy Class & Beyond
FINAL BOARDING CALL: Last Day to Apply for Virgin Atlantic Enhanced Status Match
For those of you who have been considering the Virgin Atlantic Status Match from British Airways The Club, you need to act quickly, as this offer closes today (23rd February). It’s last call for this status match! – Image, Economy Class and Beyond  Launched under the programme name “Save Your...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art Classic – United Airlines Boeing 757-200 (Battleship Grey) at San Francsico International
It’s Sunday again, and it’s time to go into the archives for this week’s Airplane Art.  Inspired by a discussion over on Bluesky, this week we have a United Airlines Boeing 757-200 at San Francisco International Airport, shot in 2008. United Airlines currently operates 59 Boeing 757 aircraft in its...