From Miles to Smiles
How hard is it really to climb Mount Toubkal in 2 days? Here’s what you need to know
I sink my poles into the damp earth between huge boulders and hoist myself up a giant step. Balancing precariously, I drunkenly weaving across the path. I feel dizzy, a sign of altitude sickness, and a scary reminder of the dangers of this challenge. In the inky depths of night...
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: British Airways 296 Chicago O’Hare to London Heahtrow
Time for the last Snapshot from this collection, focusing on the passenger experience on Britsh Airways 296 between Chicago O’Hare International and London Heathrow. I’m sure you know how I do this travel writing thing by now. But for those reading this for the first time, I have two major...
Traveling For Miles
A new London Hyatt will have rooms that are just 96 square feet in size
The Hyatt Place London Paddington was originally scheduled to open earlier this year and as I was really looking forward to seeing what the new property would offer, I was a little disappointed when I discovered (back in April) that the property wouldn't be opening its doors until 2025.
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Economy Class & Beyond
Avanti West Coast roll out their Class 807 on the London-Liverpool Route
Avanti West Coast – the train operator which operates on the West Coast Main Line in the United Kingdom has launched its newest train between Liverpool and London – with the Class 807 Evero making its debut on the route. Avanti West Coast Evero Class 807 train at Liverpool Lime...
Traveling For Miles
Get 20% back on points bookings with Homes & Hideaways from Hyatt
While Marriott's Homes & Villas offering has been around for some time, Hyatt is considerably newer to the vacation rentals space, and just like Marriott, it seems to be keen to incentivise usage of its Homes and Hideaways properties through its World of Hyatt loyalty program. For a limited time,...
Traveling For Miles
Ends today: 50% bonus on Chase transfers to Marriott (this may have its uses)
Way back in September, Chase launched a promotion in which it has been offering a 50% bonus to cardholders who convert Ultimate Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy points and that promotion is set to end today. The last time we saw such a promotion (August) there was a 70% bonus...
Economy Class & Beyond
ATR Aircraft suspends its ATR42-600 STOL programme
In a bit of unwanted news, ATR Aircraft has chosen to halt the development of the ATR742-600S. The ATR42-600S – Rendering, ATR Aircraft. The move comes after a market review, along with continuing and lingering issues with the supply chain. The ATR42-600S would have enabled STOL operations (Short Take-Off and...
{Tech} for Travel
Redefined Ruggedness with the Style of Nomad Goods Magma Collection
Nomad Goods Magma Collection offers bold, travel-ready accessories crafted for style and durability in any setting.
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Economy Class & Beyond
Jet2 to launch a new base at London Luton Airport
It seems that leisure carrier Jet2 is preparing to open a new base at London Luton Airport, targeting sunseekers from Summer 2025 onwards. Jet2 Airbus A321neo – Image, Jet2/Airbus. In the first summer of operations, Jet2 will plan to operate to 17 sunshine destinations across Europe, the Canary Islands, and...
Economy Class & Beyond
In action: The Recaro R3 takes flight aboard Iberia’s new Airbus A321XLR
With Iberia’s new Airbus A321XLR in the sky, there’s also a new seat flying for the first time with commercial passengers – the Recaro R3 Seat. New seats for a new aircraft – Image, Recaro Aircraft Seating The Recaro R3 (previously the CL3810) will be deployed on the eight Airbus...
Economy Class & Beyond
Iberia prepares to take its Airbus A321XLR into the service
It’s coming up to the point where Iberia will formally launch a new aircraft type to paying customers – with them formally taking their new Airbus A321XLR into the air. It will mark the conclusion of the A321XLR development programme and its transition into commercial flight. The first flight will take...
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 99 London Heathrow to Chicago
It’s time for a new series of Snapshots for a new trip. This one will look at the passenger experience aboard American Airlines 99 between London Heathrow and Chicago O’Hare in the Main Cabin. I’m sure you know how I do this travel writing thing by now. But for those reading this for...
