{Tech} for Travel
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: A compact heated massage gun built for travel, offering deep tissue relief, quiet performance, and fast heat-up. The post RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
Alstom unveils the first refurbished Voyager Trainset
Alstom has been working away and has unveiled the first refurbished Voyager Trainset for CrossCountry Trains. The works are part of a£60 million contract to deliver a brighter, more comfortable experience for passengers across Great Britain. The first train to go through the process is a Class 220 Voyager, Number...
Traveling For Miles
New Marriott Bonvoy promotion – earn bonus points & bonus elite night credits
Marriott Bonvoy has finally launched its first global promotion in 2026 and it's a slightly different promotion to to the one we normally see Marriott launching around this time of year. Yes, bonus point and bonus elite night credits are still on offer, but the way the promotion is structured...
Economy Class & Beyond
Jet2.com adds further capacity to Greece
There’s nothing like a Jet2 Holiday, and this summer, its airline arm – Jet2.com is adding extra flights to Greece from its British bases for this coming summer. With the additional flights, the airline and tour operator have put nearly  30,000 extra seats on sale to Crete (Chania), Crete (Heraklion), Kos and Santorini. The additional services will...
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Miles For Family
Earn Southwest Companion Pass with One Credit Card Approval
One of the best deals in travel is the Southwest Airlines Companion Pass. This pass allows you to bring a companion along with you for free (well, mostly free, after paying taxes of $5.60 for domestic one-way flights), regardless if you booked with points or cash. Now, the three Southwest...
{Tech} for Travel
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere
RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: A compact heated massage gun built for travel, offering deep tissue relief, quiet performance, and fast heat-up. The post RENPHO Mini Thermal Massage Gun Review: Warm Recovery Anywhere appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
No Work All Travel
Review: Tokyo Wide Pass from JR East
Disclaimer: In exchange for a review, I received one Tokyo Wide Pass from JR East. Tokyo’s a cool place, no doubt, but it’s also good to get away from the maddening crowds. Fortunately, JR East (Japan Railways East), one of seven companies that make up Japan Railways Group, has a...
Economy Class & Beyond
Alstom unveils the first refurbished Voyager Trainset
Alstom has been working away and has unveiled the first refurbished Voyager Trainset for CrossCountry Trains. The works are part of a£60 million contract to deliver a brighter, more comfortable experience for passengers across Great Britain. The first train to go through the process is a Class 220 Voyager, Number...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Flight Delayed Over Missing ‘No Smoking’ Sticker Above One Row—These Rules Are Absurd [Roundup]
An American Airlines flight was delayed due to a missing 'no smoking' sticker above one row—highlighting just how absurd airline regulations can be. Plus, why Americans stopped talking about Singapore, the TSA secretly monitoring your cash, and DOT's strange obsession with architecture.
TravelUpdate
American Express Clawing Back Credits for Cancelled Bookings
As per new reports, American Express is now clawing back these statement credits for bookings that were eventually cancelled.
From The Tray Table
First look: Cathay Pacific’s stunning Boeing 747 retro lettuce leaf livery
Cathay Pacific just unveiled its hotly anticipated retro Boeing 747 “lettuce leaf sandwich” livery, and it looks even… The post First look: Cathay Pacific’s stunning Boeing 747 retro lettuce leaf livery appeared first on From the Tray Table.
You Are Travel
Popular Airports I Go Out of My Way to Avoid
​tl;dr – Thanks, but no thanks. ​Every frequent traveler has an airport (or airports) they enjoy visiting and… The post Popular Airports I Go Out of My Way to Avoid appeared first on You Are Travel.
One Mile at a Time
El Paso Airport Mysteriously Closes For 10 Days For “Special Security Reasons”
We live in strange times, but this is especially odd, even in an era where I feel like we’re desensitized to most things. El Paso Airport (ELP) is closed for the next 10 days, and we don’t know why (and don’t worry, I’ll save you the Vasu Raja jokes… IYKYK).
Eye of the Flyer
Air France A321 Euro Business Class Review With Blocked Middle Seats
Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get Value Flying to Lisbon Portugal The Comfort Inn South Bend SBN Airport Review via Delta Stays – How Very Disappointing Checking Bags on Two Separate Delta Tickets (Interlining) – How...
View from the Wing
American Is Turning Chicago O’Hare’s Worst Airline Lounge Into A Stunning New Club—Ramping Up Its Fight With United
American Airlines is transforming O'Hare's worst airline-operated lounge—a cramped, outdated space near the L gates—into a stunning, 10,000-square-foot Admirals Club. This upgrade isn't just about aesthetics; it's a bold statement in American's renewed commitment to Chicago and a direct response to United Airlines' aggressive dominance at the airport.
Traveling For Miles
New Marriott Bonvoy promotion – earn bonus points & bonus elite night credits
Marriott Bonvoy has finally launched its first global promotion in 2026 and it's a slightly different promotion to to the one we normally see Marriott launching around this time of year. Yes, bonus point and bonus elite night credits are still on offer, but the way the promotion is structured...
One Mile at a Time
Which Airlines Have The Best Inflight Entertainment? Here Are My Picks
When traveling by air, there are lots of things that can contribute to a great travel experience. One of those things is inflight entertainment, since it’s otherwise easy to get bored when flying. In this post, I thought it would be fun to take a look at the airlines that...
Frequent Miler
My EU261 compensation claim for a Finnair flight booked with Alaska Atmos rewards
In December, my family’s trip from Rovaniemi, Finland, to Frankfurt, Germany (via Helsinki) was disrupted when a delay on the flight from Rovaniemi to Helsinki caused a missed connection and forced an overnight stay in Helsinki. I previously wrote about how Finnair handled the delay, noting that they seemed to...
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines Unveils New Admirals Club At Chicago O’Hare Amid Battle With United
American Airlines is investing in its premium customer experience at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) with plans for a significantly expanded Admirals Club lounge in Concourse L. American Plans New 10,000-Square-Foot Admirals Club Lounge At Chicago O’Hare American Airlines announced that construction is underway on a new, larger Admirals Club...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Flight Attendants Pile In On Massive Employee Walkout That Will Ground Flights On Thursday
Flight attendants at the German flag carrier Lufthansa have piled in on strike action, first announced by pilots, that will ground flights and leave tens of thousands of passengers stranded on Thursday. Pilots represented by the Vereinigung Cockpit union first announced a one-day strike that will take place between 12:01...
You Are Travel
Capella at Galaxy Macau Now Open
​tl;dr – This is one of two marquee openings for the Capella brand in early 2026. ​Fans of… The post Capella at Galaxy Macau Now Open appeared first on You Are Travel.
View from the Wing
FAA Abruptly Shuts Down El Paso Airport for 10 Days Over ‘National Defense’—Officials Don’t Know Why, But Here’s What It Could Be
In a nearly unprecedented move, the FAA abruptly shut down El Paso International Airport for 10 days, declaring it restricted "National Defense Airspace" without explanation—and even local officials were blindsided. Here's what's known so far, and what remains disturbingly unclear.
You Are Travel
This Three-Michelin-Starred Restaurant Will Open Its Newest Concept in Japan
​tl;dr – The restaurant will be housed in a buzzy new hotel as well. ​Earlier, I wrote about… The post This Three-Michelin-Starred Restaurant Will Open Its Newest Concept in Japan appeared first on You Are Travel.
You Are Travel
Capella Kyoto Set for March 2026 Debut
tl;dr – The boutique brand will add to the already impressive lineup of luxury hotels in Kyoto. Next… The post Capella Kyoto Set for March 2026 Debut appeared first on You Are Travel.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
FAA Issues ‘Crazy’ Flight Restriction Around El Paso For ‘Special Security Reasons’ Grounding Flights For 10 Days
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a rare notice that grounds flights over El Paso, Texas, for ten days, effectively bringing operations at El Paso International Airport to a halt for the entire period… and no one knows why the FAA has taken this extreme action. The FAA issued...
One Mile at a Time
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Status Match Offer: Gold The Easy Way
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club has an ongoing status match offer, and I’d like to cover the details in this post. In particular, there’s a special limited time status match offer for those with British Airways Club status, which is even more lucrative than usual.
ATX Jetsetter
Review: Delta Sky Club Newark (EWR)
The Delta Sky Club at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a nice, relaxing space to wait for your flight. The post Review: Delta Sky Club Newark (EWR) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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QANTAS: I know when the next double status promotion is going to start.
Let’s start by confessing that the headline is a lie. No one knows when the promo will drop, except a small group within the Qantas promo team! What I am about to present is just speculation, some of which is my own, and some is drawn from the knowledge and...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air France throws capacity to New York, as well as at film festivals
It seems Air France is preparing for an aggressive summer, with the airline planning add frequency between Paris and New York. Air France quotes 11 daily flights  – but let’s break that down a little, as there is always a lot to look at in the details Paris CDG –...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: A Quick Return to Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge – Growing Old in Style
A Quick Return to Singapore Changi Terminal 1 and the Marhaba Lounge Growing Old In Style It’s time to head towards home in some kind of eastward direction. First stop, Changi and the Marhaba Lounge.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next....
Economy Class & Beyond
EgyptAir takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-900
It’s time for another Airbus A350-900 customer to take their first delivery of a new aircraft – step forward, EgyptAir.  EgyptAir has taken delivery of its first of 16 Airbus A350‑900 on order, becoming the launch operator for the type in North Africa. The A350 will support the airline’s long‑haul...
Economy Class & Beyond
Birmingham Airport dangles route aid to re-launch services to New York
Whilst Birmingham is the UK’s second city (depending on the metric you’re using), it lacks a direct service to New York. Well, the airport has announced a targeted financial support package on offer to airlines that looks to attract direct connectivity between Birmingham and New York. Or as the rest...
Economy Class & Beyond
Airplane Art – United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER unloading at London Heathrow Terminal 2
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have a United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER, which is unloading at London Heathrow Terminal 2, accompanied by a sister 777 and tails by Thai Airways and Singapore Airlines.  United Airlines operates a fleet of 53 Boeing...
Economondo
Remembering British Airways Boeing 747: Heathrow to Dubai on the Queen of the Skies
A throwback review detailing my flight onboard a British Airways Boeing 747-400 from London Heathrow to Dubai
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (7th February)
Its that time of the week again, where it’s more than a little wet, and I’m trying to be organised. And failing. But it’s Saturday, so it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. TRIP REPORT: Growing Old in Style In the end, two segments made it out...
Economondo
Sampling Virgin Atlantic: Delhi to Heathrow on the Mega A350-1000
Flying my first flight with Virgin Atlantic since 2003 on a long slog between Delhi and London Heathrow