Traveling For Miles
Flash Deal: Buy Finnair Avios with a bonus of up to 50%
Finnair Plus is now running an Avios sale in which it's offering bonuses of up to 50% for Avios purchases made through 5 February 2026 (THURSDAY) and you'll find that the price you're asked to pay per Avios will vary depending on how many Avios you buy. The post Flash Deal:...
Economy Class & Beyond
LNER unveils interiors for its new Class 897 Intercity Trains sets – Welcome Serenza
LNER – the intercity operator which operates trains on the East Coast Main Line, has unveiled interior mockups of its new trains. The new fleet is to be known as the Serenza – or, for those of us who collect numbers, the Class 897. According to LNER, the name is...
Traveling For Miles
Hyatt’s first Bonus Journeys global promotion for 2026 announced
We're now a little over a month into 2026 and Hyatt has finally joined IHG and Hilton in publishing a new global promotion for the first few months of the year (Marriott is still sitting on the sidelines). If you've seen the other current major hotel promotions you'll probably know not...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Glasses in a Rush (Or, New Spectacles Time) – Growing Old in Style
Glasses (Spectacles) in a Rush. Because it’s nice to see things properly sometimes Growing Old in Style Sometimes it’s nice to see when travelling. If I can pick up glasses that are ready to go in 30 minutes or so when travelling, even better. Time to go shopping for spectacles…....
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Traveling For Miles
Flash Deal: Buy Finnair Avios with a bonus of up to 50%
Finnair Plus is now running an Avios sale in which it's offering bonuses of up to 50% for Avios purchases made through 5 February 2026 (THURSDAY) and you'll find that the price you're asked to pay per Avios will vary depending on how many Avios you buy. The post Flash Deal:...
Economy Class & Beyond
LNER unveils interiors for its new Class 897 Intercity Trains sets – Welcome Serenza
LNER – the intercity operator which operates trains on the East Coast Main Line, has unveiled interior mockups of its new trains. The new fleet is to be known as the Serenza – or, for those of us who collect numbers, the Class 897. According to LNER, the name is...
Frequent Miler
Breeze Airways promo: Save 26% on round trip base fares with promo code WEEKDAY
Breeze Airways is out with another new airfare deal, this time giving a 26% discount on round-trip base fares when using promo code WEEKDAY. The Deal Save 26% on round-trip base fares with Breeze Airways when using promo code WEEKDAY. Direct link to offer terms. Key Terms 26% base fare...
One Mile at a Time
Is Transatlantic Summer Travel Demand Softening In 2026? Data Suggests So…
We’ve seen many trends in the airline industry coming out of the pandemic, from the increased demand for premium products, to the seemingly insatiable demand for Americans to travel to Europe every summer (or even multiple times!).
Live from a Lounge
DGCA clarifies all is well with Air India’s Boeing 787-8s
The issue with the Air India 787-8 Fuel Control Switch identified yesterday has been found to be a non-issue, the DGCA said today. The post DGCA clarifies all is well with Air India’s Boeing 787-8s appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
TravelUpdate
$400 in credit to renew Chase Sapphire Reserve? More data points coming in…
More interesting retention offer data points coming in for the Chase Sapphire Reserve, with some people getting as high as $400 in credit!
View from the Wing
Influencer Says Skinny Passengers Deserve Free Checked Bags — Wants Airlines to Charge by Total Weight You Bring Onboard
An influencer is sparking debate by claiming airlines should reward thinner passengers with free checked bags, arguing that total passenger weight—including your luggage—should determine ticket prices. While appealing at first glance, this provocative idea ignores airline economics, practical logistics, and legal realities, ultimately proving itself more effective as culture war...
TravelUpdate
Amex Platinum Card Retention Offer: My Latest Attempt & What Happened
I saw that my annual fee of $895 was just charged for the Amex Platinum Card, so I reached out to Amex to check for a retention bonus.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Ryanair Faces €5,000 a Day Fines Unless It Stops ‘Pressure Selling’ Tactics On Its Website
Ryanair will be charged €5,000 per day unless it stops ‘pressure selling’ tactics on its website, like scarcity warnings and urgency messages, after a court ruling last week in Belgium that has been hailed as a victory for consumers. Consumer groups called the ruling a “decisive win for market transparency”...
One Mile at a Time
Guide To JetBlue TrueBlue Mosaic Elite Status: Is It Worth It?
JetBlue is a pleasant airline to fly with, and is known for its free Wi-Fi, seat back televisions, and extensive snacks. In this post, I’d like to take a look at the carrier’s Mosaic elite status, and how the program works for 2026. This is especially worth doing since the...
The Alviator
Review: Cathay Pacific Refreshed A330 Regional Business Class (HKG-PVG)
A review of Cathay Pacific business class from Hong Kong to Shanghai, featuring their refreshed seat with new upholstery and USB-C charging. The post Review: Cathay Pacific Refreshed A330 Regional Business Class (HKG-PVG) appeared first on The Alviator.
Eye of the Flyer
Load Up on Delta MQD and Big Bonuses at the Same Time!
Just in time for the new Medallion® year, a dozen big card offers have dropped! And four of the cards give SkyMiles members $2,500 each toward Medallion® status. So if you want to get an easy head start on 2027 status — and/or start enjoying the Medallion® benefits now, this...
Traveling For Miles
Hyatt’s first Bonus Journeys global promotion for 2026 announced
We're now a little over a month into 2026 and Hyatt has finally joined IHG and Hilton in publishing a new global promotion for the first few months of the year (Marriott is still sitting on the sidelines). If you've seen the other current major hotel promotions you'll probably know not...
One Mile at a Time
JetBlue BlueHouse Lounge New York JFK: Amenities, Access, Location, And More
Several weeks ago, we saw JetBlue open its first-ever airport lounge, in a bid to improve yields, and increasingly compete in the premium travel market. Id like to provide an update, as JetBlue has now started selling day passes to the lounge, so lets recap all the details of what...
One Mile at a Time
JetBlue BlueHouse Lounge New York JFK: Amenities, Access, Location, And More
Several weeks ago, we saw JetBlue open its first-ever airport lounge, in a bid to improve yields, and increasingly compete in the premium travel market. I’d like to provide an update, as JetBlue has now started selling day passes to the lounge, so let’s recap all the details of what...
Live from a Lounge
How do Scapia’s Airport Privileges Work?
Here is a guide to Scapia's differentiating feature: The Scapia Airport Privileges. These are great benefits for frequent or infrequent travellers alike. Imagine bringing home a toy for your kid, or a coffee before heading to the plane for those Instagram shots. The post How do Scapia’s Airport Privileges Work?...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Airbus Sold Airlines the Dream of Space Efficiency on the A321 – Two Major Carriers Are Now Reversing Course
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus sold airlines the dream of single-aisle aircraft that could fly further and with the most space-efficient cabin layouts possible, carving out every spare inch of space to squeeze as many seats as possible on board. It sounded like the perfect deal for airlines: lower operating costs...
PointsMath
Flying Blue Promo Rewards on Air France & KLM – February 2026
Flying Blue Promo Rewards are released on the first working day of each month and offer discounted award pricing on select Air France and KLM flights. This promotion applies only to Air France and KLM-operated routes and is not available on SkyTeam or partner airlines. All these itineraries route via Paris...
Frequent Miler
Using Buying Groups to Increase Credit Card Spend (2026)
There are many reasons that you might want to increase credit card spending. You may need to meet minimum spend requirements on new credit cards in order to earn big welcome offers. Perhaps you want to earn high-level elite status or other big spend bonuses, as Greg did with Delta. Maybe...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys: Earn up to 28,000 bonus points on stays worldwide
World of Hyatt’s Bonus Journeys is back! The chain’s first systemwide global promotion for 2026 provides members with the opportunity to earn up to 28,000 bonus points. This offer is available until April 15, 2026 Members can earn 3,000 bonus points for every 3 eligible nights completed at participating hotels...
The Bulkhead Seat
Virgin Atlantic Increases Manchester to Orlando Frequency After Aer Lingus Dropped the Route
Last week, I wrote about Aer Lingus pulling the plug on its long-haul operations… The post Virgin Atlantic Increases Manchester to Orlando Frequency After Aer Lingus Dropped the Route appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Should you sign up for the Capital One Venture or Venture X Card? (Hot new $1,000 offer)
The Capital One Venture and Venture X cards are 2 cards that earn super valuable Venture miles. But which of these two powerhouse cards is the best? Let's look at ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
16 Tips on How to Use and Leave a Lavatory Aboard an Airplane
Lavatories have the unfortunate combination of the worst of a public washroom in a space seemingly less than half the size of a typical private bathroom in your home. When nature calls, dozens of people have no choice but to answer — and answer they do, in ways where you...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: We had Economy X first, so there!
Yesterday, I wrote a post about the launch of Qantas’ new Economy Plus seats. Today, I write a post where Virgin Australia gives a less-than-subtle middle finger to the Qantas initiative, rightly claiming that they did it first with their Economy X seats. To top if off, they are offering...
Economy Class & Beyond
Miles and More Status Match opens for British Airways, Iberia and ITA Airways status members
It seems Lufthansa Group is making another play for those affected by British Airways’ “The Club” changes, with them relaunching a status match programme. Let’s go through this quickly. Where can I apply? At https://lufthansa.statusmatch.com/ Who can apply, and what status can you get? A table solves everything: In summary:...
Economy Class & Beyond
West Midlands Trains returns to Public Ownership
Great British Railways continues to take shape, with West Midlands Trains falling into public ownership. West Midlands Trains is the operator of London Northwestern Railway, which operates services between Liverpool and Birmingham and along the West Coast Main Line to and from London Euston. London Northwestern Railway Class 350/0 – Image, EconomyClass...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – American Airlines Boeing 787-8 on final approach to Chicago O’Hare
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some Airplane Art. This week, we have an American Airlines Boeing 787-8 on final approach to Chicago O’Hare International Airport as the evening sun closes in. American Airlines operates 37 Boeing 787-8s in its widebody fleet. The airline also operates Boeing 777-200ER,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Great Western Railway rolls out its Battery-Powered train on passenger services
Great Western Railway has introduced the UK’s first battery-only powered train into passenger service. The Class 230 train has been used for a successful trial of fast-charge technology on the Greenford branch line over the past 22 months. Up until now, it has undergone rigorous trials. It has now entered...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond – 31st January
As the evenings start to shake off the winter nights and the days get ever brighter slowly, things happen in the world. Even in my end of the world. Yes, it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  The Pump House, Royal Leamington Spa. Opened in 1814, it...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Exploring Singapore in Bite-sized Bits… Whilst Not Getting Soaked – Growing Old in Style
Exploring Singapore in Bite-sized Bits… Whilst Not Getting Soaked Growing Old In Style For tourism beyond food, Singapore has a lot to offer. Or you can engage in rampant consumerism, too – that’s fine, too.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next....
Economondo
A Taste of Bhutan: Bangkok to Kolkata on a Bhutan Airlines A319
Flying with Bhutan's second carrier, Bhutan Airlines, on a flight from Bangkok to Kolkata
{Tech} for Travel
Which airlines accept Apple Find My links when bags go missing?
Apple Find My helps track delayed bags. Learn how to share your item location link, and see the airlines that accept Find My links for luggage. The post Which airlines accept Apple Find My links when bags go missing? appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.