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...
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Passenger Reveals The Clever Way He Won Compensation Despite An ‘Extraordinary Circumstance’
A British Airways passenger has revealed the clever way he managed to win compensation for a cancelled flight after the airline initially claimed that a tropical storm that had shuttered an airport was an ‘extraordinary circumstance’ that voided its liability. In the aftermath of Brexit, when the UK left the...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
The ‘Face of Emirates’ Gives a Rare Inside Glimpse Into Creating a Video Now Viewed By Tens of Millions of Passengers
The ‘Face of Emirates’, who will be instantly recognized by tens of millions of passengers who have flown with the Dubai-based airline over the last eight months, has provided a rare inside glimpse into how she got cast to play a flight attendant in a flagship welcome video. Last June,...
Frequent Miler
ALL Accor: A Guide to Accor Hotel’s Loyalty Program
Accor is a hotel program that’s often an afterthought for US-based travelers… and not without reason. Although it has over 5,700 properties worldwide and houses iconic brands such as Fairmont, Raffles, and Sofitel, it currently has fewer than 50 properties in the United States. The lack of a co-branded credit...
Frequent Miler
Greg’s top picks (my favorite card offers)
Below you’ll find my picks for the best current credit card offers, along with a dash of analysis. Background Our Best Credit Card Offers page always shows the best offers sorted overall and, within each card issuer by estimated first-year value. This is a great, unbiased way to compare credit...
Frequent Miler
Free Regal movie tickets & popcorn via Visa Infinite Concierge
Doctor of Credit has uncovered a cool little freebie for Visa Infinite cardholders: it is possible to register for Visa Infinite concierge and claim 2 free Regal Movie tickets & popcorn. With a number of popular Visa Infinite cards on the market, this is an offer that many readers can...
Points With a Crew
Capital One Venture Rewards Card Review (Hot New Offer Worth ~$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
Cuverville Island in Antarctica
Cuverville Island The post Cuverville Island in Antarctica appeared first on The Gate.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Will Purchasing Vehicles Become Impossible For Many People?
Will purchasing vehicles become impossible for many people — to the point where renting or leasing a vehicle becomes the norm in the future? I ask this question because someone I know who... The post Will Purchasing Vehicles Become Impossible For Many People? appeared first on The Gate.
The Alviator
Review: The Five Villas & Resort, Quangnam (Danang, Vietnam)
We had a four-night stay at The Five Villas, located in the Quảng Nam region (between Da Nang and Hội An). Here's my review. The post Review: The Five Villas & Resort, Quangnam (Danang, Vietnam) appeared first on The Alviator.
Frequent Miler
The Free Spirit Debit Card is coming: Here are its features
Spirit Airlines teased the launched of a debit card last year, but it hadn’t materialized yet. It looks like the debit card is finally approaching takeoff as there’s now a landing page for the card. It’s not possible to apply for the card yet, but most of the card details...
Your Mileage May Vary
He Waved the Bonaire Flag at Super Bowl Halftime — and Ended Up in Bonaire
Every Super Bowl halftime show gives the internet a gift. Sometimes it’s a carefully planned “moment.” Sometimes it’s a technical glitch. Sometimes it’s a Janet Jackson “wardrobe malfunction” that everyone…
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PSA: It may be possible to product change US Bank Altitude Reserve (and maybe get some of the fee back?)
The US Bank Altitude Reserve card was once the most under-appreciated credit card in the rewards game. Unfortunately, US Bank severely nerfed the card in December 2025. In the process, they promised that transfer partners were coming to the card, though after hearing nothing about that for most of the...
View from the Wing
Spirit Airlines Loses Credit Card Partner as Bankruptcy, Route Cuts, and Crew Shortages Deepen Crisis
Spirit Airlines is already facing bankruptcy, massive route cuts, and fleeing employees. Now, they're losing one of their credit card partners, further deepening their financial crisis. While the airline industry relies heavily on lucrative card deals, this latest blow underscores just how precarious Spirit's position has become.
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: VIP Lounge (PUJ – Terminal B, Gate 31) (Yes, It Has an Infinity Pool)
While flying back to the United States from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) today,… The post Lounge Review: VIP Lounge (PUJ – Terminal B, Gate 31) (Yes, It Has an Infinity Pool) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: ZeroG Ultralight Hammock (Back By Tuesday)
The ZeroG hammock is an ultralight hammock that is super easy to set up. It's on Kickstarter currently, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
The U.S. Already Denies Passports for Unpaid Debt — Now It Plans to Revoke Them
The U.S. already denies passports for unpaid taxes and child support — and now officials say proactive revocation is coming for some major child-support delinquencies. The reason for this is…
{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.
Frequent Miler
Targeted 36% back at IHG, 45% back at Sixt, and more from Capital One Shopping
Capital One Shopping is a public shopping portal (no Capital One card necessary) that is known for its sometimes outlandish cash back offers. In recent days, we’ve received a lot of reports of elevated email offers that have included things like 36% back at IHG Hotels & Resorts, 45% back...
The Alviator
AirAsia’s New Gatwick Flight: A Compelling New Europe-Asia Premium Cabin (And A Fifth-Freedom Flight!)
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia has just started selling a flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Gatwick. This interesting… The post AirAsia’s New Gatwick Flight: A Compelling New Europe-Asia Premium Cabin (And A Fifth-Freedom Flight!) appeared first on The Alviator.
View from the Wing
Lights Out: American Airlines Flight Attendants Forced to Serve Meals In The Dark On London Flight—’They Just Sent The Plane Anyway’
American Airlines flight attendants were forced to use emergency flashlights to serve meals on a transatlantic flight from London to Los Angeles after the airline dispatched the aircraft without functioning galley lights. Crew faced challenging conditions preparing food and drinks in near darkness. "They just sent the plane anyway."
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn Double Miles Aboard the New Airbus A350 Airplane With Emirates Airline
You can earn double Emirates Airline Skywards Miles when you fly as a passenger aboard the new Airbus A350 airplane that is operated by the airline between London Gatwick Airport and Dubai through Wednesday, March 18, 2026... ...but you must... The post Earn Double Miles Aboard the New Airbus A350 Airplane With...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Investigators Probe High-Speed Rejected Takeoff of LATAM Boeing 777 After Front Wheels Have Already Left the Ground
Aviation accident investigators have opened a probe into a potentially serious incident involving a LATAM Brasil Boeing 777-300 at Sao Paulo International Airport on Sunday night, after the pilots carried out a high-speed ‘rejected takeoff’ only after the front wheels had already left the ground. The aircraft, which had as...
Frequent Miler
Chase Ink Business Cash Credit Card Review (2026)
A no-annual fee card that earns up to 5x Ultimate Rewards? Let me introduce the Chase Ink Cash. This is one of the most rewarding no-annual-fee credit cards out there, and it’s been a fixture in the wallets of the FM Team for years. There’s a ton to like about...
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,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Brussels Airlines unveils its newest Belgian Icon – Welcome Tintin in Space
Brussels Airlines is once again celebrating its Belgian Icons – this time Tintin in Space. Brussels Airlines Tintin in Space – Image, © Brussels Airlines / Hergé / Tintinimaginatio 2026 The airline revealed its freshly painted aircraft (A320 – OO‑SNJ), inspired by Hergé’s universe and the famous adventures on the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (14th February)
It’s the 14th February. For some, it’s time to bust out the credit card for flowers, chocolates and dinners. For here, it’s Saturday, the end of a week and a half. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. My Heart Belongs in Birmingham by Jack...
Economondo
Etihad A380 Economy Review: Flying from London to Abu Dhabi on the Mighty Whale
Join me as I fly on a short overnight flight from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi onboard an Etihad Airways Airbus A380
Economy Class & Beyond
Crystal Cabin Awards 2026 – Finalists annouced
You can tell we’re getting close to the Passenger Experience Week in Hamburg, with Hamburg Aviation announcing the finalists for this year’s Crystal Cabin Awards The battle is on for the awards.  This year, 24 Finalists over eight categories will be fighting it out for the awards, judged by 27...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul – Growing Old in Style
Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul Growing Old in Style Time for a new country to tick off. Let’s enter Turkey properly, and head off to my residence of the night – The Sheraton Levant.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old....
{Tech} for Travel
Southwest Starlink WiFi integration begins at pace this summer
The first aircraft enters service this summer as Southwest Starlink WiFi deployment accelerates across the fleet with 300 installations planned. The post Southwest Starlink WiFi integration begins at pace this summer appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.