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...
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...
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One Mile at a Time
Very Nice: Kazakhstan’s Air Astana Orders Up To 18 Boeing 787-9s
It’s an exciting period for aviation in Central Asia, as in recent times we’ve seen aircraft order announcements from Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways.
View from the Wing
Passenger Secretly Sketches Flight Attendant Mid-Flight, Posts Online to Find Her—Sweet Gesture or Just Creepy?
A passenger secretly sketched an Emirates flight attendant during a recent flight, gifting her the surprise portrait as they landed—and then posted the whole encounter online to find her. The internet finds it adorable, but was this sweet gesture actually a little creepy?
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 25% With IHG One Rewards
You can save up to 25% with IHG One Rewards for stays at participating hotel and resort properties in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Latin America region, and the Caribbean region through Thursday, April 30, 2026... ...but you must... The post Save Up to 25% With IHG One Rewards appeared first...
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...
Frequent Miler
Negative Bank of America Preferred Rewards upcoming changes: Lower bonus rewards, higher eligibility requirements
Bank of America tends to fly under the radar when it comes to travel credit cards despite issuing cards for Alaska Airlines/Atmos Rewards, Air France/KLM Flying Blue, Spirit Airlines, and more. A key reason for that is the lack of a transferable points program. Where it has often drawn people’s...
You Are Travel
Hilton’s Newest Property in Niseko Makes for Intriguing Ski-In Ski-Out Adventures
​tl;dr – A sneaky points option for when the Park Hyatt Niseko is out of reach. ​Hilton loyalists… The post Hilton’s Newest Property in Niseko Makes for Intriguing Ski-In Ski-Out Adventures appeared first on You Are Travel.
Live and Let’s Fly
Yale Professor’s Defense Of American Airlines CEO Robert Isom Collapses Under Scrutiny
A Yale management professor has stepped into the middle of American Airlines’ labor revolt with an opinion piece so lavish in its praise of CEO Robert Isom that it demands closer scrutiny. The column, published in Fortune, purports to offer “strategic context” for American’s underperformance and union backlash, but instead...
The Bulkhead Seat
Air Force One’s Iconic Light Blue Is Being Replaced by Trump’s Bold New Paint Job
Part of the US Air Force fleet used for executive transport is about to… The post Air Force One’s Iconic Light Blue Is Being Replaced by Trump’s Bold New Paint Job appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
TravelUpdate
Lufthansa Expands Partnership With Air India
Lufthansa expands partnership with Air India, along with the other members of the Lufthansa group. On February 17,…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Flight Attendants Confident They Can Secure Contract Deal Next Month But Still Aren’t Backing Down On Concessions
The union that represents more than 30,000 flight attendants at United Airlines says it is increasingly confident that a contract deal “can and should” be reached next month, after years of protracted and, at times, combative negotiations that have strained labor relations at the Chicago-based carrier. With two more federally...
One Mile at a Time
Air Force One Will Get Trump’s Preferred “Patriotic” & Gold Livery
Us aviation geeks tend to be more interested in aircraft liveries than the average person. Along those lines, the United States Air Force jets that carry the country’s top leaders will soon be getting a new look, inspired by Trump’s personal plane.
Frequent Miler
Newegg: Buy $500 Delta gift cards for $460 with promo code SSF3472
Newegg is running another one day sale that’s giving a $40 discount when buying a $500 Delta gift card, this time using promo code SSF3472. The Deal Buy $500 Delta gift cards for $460 from Newegg with promo code SSF3472. Direct link to offer. Key Terms Expires February 18, 2026....
TravelUpdate
Brand New Amex Credit Card Bonuses Coming Soon?
As per these leaked links found online, it seems like brand new Amex Credit Card Bonuses may soon be on the horizon.
View from the Wing
Trump Organization Could Seek Royalties As Florida Moves To Rename Palm Beach Airport ‘Donald J. Trump International’
As Florida lawmakers push to rename Palm Beach International Airport after Donald Trump, the Trump Organization files trademark applications for “Donald J. Trump International Airport,” potentially laying groundwork for licensing fees—though they claim fees won't be enforced against the state.
TravelUpdate
$300 Off on Your Next Qualifying Flight with Amex Offers!
You can save $300 on your next qualifying flights with Amex Offers. Check out this blog post for all the details about the offer.
You Are Travel
109-Room Six Senses London Set to Open in March with ‘Brand-First-Ever’ Amenity
​tl;dr – The luxury brand will add more firepower to London’s stacked luxury hotel scene. ​Luxury brand Six… The post 109-Room Six Senses London Set to Open in March with ‘Brand-First-Ever’ Amenity appeared first on You Are Travel.
Frequent Miler
Adding to the collection: Cards I’ve opened recently (on Nick’s mind)
Over the last year, I’ve written about or otherwise discussed cards I intend to cancel or downgrade (see The white-hot ultra premium credit card market is making me melt (on Nick’s mind) or the podcast episode Discarding our card collections | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep342 | 1-23-26). In...
One Mile at a Time
Flying On Gulf Airlines During Ramadan: What Should Travelers Expect?
Ramadan 2026 has just kicked off as of February 17, and this year it runs through March 19. Given that the ”big three” Gulf carriers are all based in countries that generally observe Ramadan, I’d like to provide a quick rundown of what people should expect when flying these airlines...
Live and Let’s Fly
Air Force One Is Getting Trump’s Red, White, And Blue Paint Job And Even Existing Jets Will Be Repainted
The iconic powder-blue Air Force One livery is again on borrowed time, with the US Air Force confirming that all new aircraft, an even some existing aircraft, will be repainted in President Donald Trump’s preferred red, white, and blue colors. Air Force One Paint Job Is Changing To A Trump-Style...
You Are Travel
Gamers Rejoice – Atari Opening Hotel in Phoenix
​tl;dr – An Atari-themed hotel is opening in Phoenix. ​Atari Hotels (did not know this was a thing)… The post Gamers Rejoice – Atari Opening Hotel in Phoenix appeared first on You Are Travel.
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...
One Mile at a Time
Amazing Rakuten Promotion: Buy Amex Or Bilt Points For One Cent Each
Online shopping portalscan be a great way to pick up additional miles & points for purchases youd make anyway. Just for following a specific link, you can earn bonus points or cash back in addition to the rewards youd earn for credit card spending.
The Alviator
T’Way Air’s Intriguing “Business Premium” Product: The World’s Best Business Class?
If you book a flight on Korean low-cost carrier T'Way Air in their premium cabin, you could end up in a Cathay Pacific first class seat. The post T’Way Air’s Intriguing “Business Premium” Product: The World’s Best Business Class? appeared first on The Alviator.
You Are Travel
Armani Inks Deal to Open More Hotels in the Coming Years
​tl;dr – The fashion brand has plans to expand its global hotel footprint. ​Armani Group, owner of the… The post Armani Inks Deal to Open More Hotels in the Coming Years appeared first on You Are Travel.
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,...
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...