Frequent Miler
A quick pivot to save miles (and money)
“Sometimes you’re the windshield; sometimes you’re the bug”. That line showed up as a senior quote in one of my high school yearbooks, and I’ve always loved it. I think it’s the perfect metaphor for our hobby. In the miles and points game, it is easy to feel like you...
Live and Let’s Fly
Does Etihad Have A Point With Its Punitive Award Cancellation Fees?
Loyalty programs change when members push the limits. Etihad Guest has now drawn a line, but the way it has done so with incredibly punitive cancellation restrictions on award tickets raises important questions. Etihad Makes Award Cancellation Fees Even Harsher Etihad Guest has introduced a new and even stricter set...
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy Elite Upgrade Policy: Should You Expect Suites?
Marriott Bonvoy is the world’s largest hotel loyalty program, and lots of people have elite status with the company. I’ll often have newly minted Platinum members and above ask me what they can realistically expect in terms of upgrades. Do suite upgrades happen, how are they assigned, and are you...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Spanish Airports Ordered To Shut Down Biometric Boarding Gates, Airport Operator Slapped With €10 Million Fine
Spain’s data protection watchdog has slapped the nation’s airport operator, Aena, with a €10 million fine and ordered it to shut down biometric boarding gates across the country after finding that the company did not complete a data protection impact assessment before installing the gates. Aena started a pilot program...
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Frequent Miler
A quick pivot to save miles (and money)
“Sometimes you’re the windshield; sometimes you’re the bug”. That line showed up as a senior quote in one of my high school yearbooks, and I’ve always loved it. I think it’s the perfect metaphor for our hobby. In the miles and points game, it is easy to feel like you...
Live and Let’s Fly
Does Etihad Have A Point With Its Punitive Award Cancellation Fees?
Loyalty programs change when members push the limits. Etihad Guest has now drawn a line, but the way it has done so with incredibly punitive cancellation restrictions on award tickets raises important questions. Etihad Makes Award Cancellation Fees Even Harsher Etihad Guest has introduced a new and even stricter set...
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy Elite Upgrade Policy: Should You Expect Suites?
Marriott Bonvoy is the world’s largest hotel loyalty program, and lots of people have elite status with the company. I’ll often have newly minted Platinum members and above ask me what they can realistically expect in terms of upgrades. Do suite upgrades happen, how are they assigned, and are you...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Spanish Airports Ordered To Shut Down Biometric Boarding Gates, Airport Operator Slapped With €10 Million Fine
Spain’s data protection watchdog has slapped the nation’s airport operator, Aena, with a €10 million fine and ordered it to shut down biometric boarding gates across the country after finding that the company did not complete a data protection impact assessment before installing the gates. Aena started a pilot program...
From The Tray Table
Beware: The Delta snag I hit on a last-minute booking
One of Delta’s big fraud-prevention practices seems to be popping up stateside. And it nearly derailed my parents’… The post Beware: The Delta snag I hit on a last-minute booking appeared first on From the Tray Table.
You Are Travel
The World’s 50 Best Drops Best Hotels List: 1-50 – Who Made the List?
tl;dr – The full list (including the top 50 hotels) is now available.  A few weeks ago, I… The post The World’s 50 Best Drops Best Hotels List: 1-50 – Who Made the List? appeared first on You Are Travel.
Monkey Miles
December Bilt Rent Day – up to 100% Bonus to British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus
Don't forget today is double points day with Bilt Rewards Mastercard The post December Bilt Rent Day – up to 100% Bonus to British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest Announces West Coast Expansion With Five New California and Hawaii Routes
Southwest Airlines is adding to its route map once again. The latest update focuses… The post Southwest Announces West Coast Expansion With Five New California and Hawaii Routes appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
ATX Jetsetter
JSX is Launching All-Business Class Turboprop Flights in 2025
JSX has announced it will operate ATR 42-600 turboprops outfitted in an all-Business Class configuration beginning December 2025. The post JSX is Launching All-Business Class Turboprop Flights in 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Unlimited® – $750 or 90,000 points
The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Unlimited are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Which is Better: Traveling by Car or by Airplane?
Which mode of travel you believe is better — by car or by airplane — depends on what is important to you. Factors that could affect your decision include — but not limited to — time, cost, effort, convenience, weather, schedule, and comfort. The Thanksgiving 2025 holiday season will be incredibly...
Frequent Miler
New Kimpton Secret Password: ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest’
Kimpton has revealed its latest Secret Password that’s valid on stays through the end of February 2026. If you say ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest’ when checking in, you’ll get some kind of reward. The Deal Kimpton’s Secret Password is ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest.’ Key Terms Valid...
Frequent Miler
Transferring points to hotels. Has Citi eclipsed Chase and Bilt? | Coffee Break Ep79 | 11-25-25
Tim wrote a post about which transferable points are most valuable for lodging, and his findings have us wondering: Is Citibank the new transferable points currency worth focusing on?  (Has Citibank now eclipsed Chase and Bilt?) See: Which transferable credit card points are most valuable for lodging? Transferring points to...
View from the Wing
JSX Is Selling Tickets From Santa Monica to Las Vegas — And Activists Are Suing for California Environmental Review to Stop Them
JSX has begun selling tickets for new Santa Monica–Las Vegas flights after securing a city operations permit, but local activists have already filed a California Environmental Quality Act lawsuit seeking to halt the service. While CEQA is unlikely to stop flights outright, it can impose enough delay and cost to...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Toronto
I had to attend a dinner in Toronto this month and chose to stay… The post Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Toronto appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Rove Black Friday promos: 3x on flights, 10X on hotel stays + up to 5K bonus miles for first time booking, gift card deals, & more (11/28 only)
Rove Miles will be running a bunch of one day promotions on Black Friday (i.e. November 28) only. That includes the opportunity to earn 10x miles on hotel stays in addition to your regular hotel loyalty point earnings, up to 5,000 bonus miles for first time hotel bookings, 3x miles...
One Mile at a Time
JSX All-Business Class ATR Turboprop Flights Coming To United States
In June 2025, public charter air carrier JSX revealed plans to introduce turboprop service, with 30-seat all-business class aircraft. This is an interesting development for the carrier, and a logical evolution. There’s now an update, as these flights will be launching in the coming weeks, so we have more of...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
The best Black Friday | Cyber Week | Holiday Deals
FFB’s annual round up of Black Friday, Cyber Week and Holiday deals is in full effect on our main site. There are offers for flights, hotels, car rentals, vacations and more – from all around the world! And new this year are some excellent eSim offers too! Click here to...
Miles To Memories
F1 Vegas Controversy & Recap, Neon City Success, Disco Show Review, Big Cyber Sale & $3 Strip Margs?
Vegas F1 recap, big Disney controversy, Disco Show review, housing troubles in Vegas, $3 margs on the Strip and more! The post F1 Vegas Controversy & Recap, Neon City Success, Disco Show Review, Big Cyber Sale & $3 Strip Margs? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Miles To Memories
Why to Pick Up the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard Very Soon
The greatness of the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard continues, and individuals soon have two excellent welcome offer options. The post Why to Pick Up the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard Very Soon appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
United’s In-N-Out Burger Tease Has Passengers Begging for a Replacement to Its ‘Disgusting’ Onboard Burger [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading United’s In-N-Out Burger Tease Has Passengers Begging for a Replacement to Its ‘Disgusting’ Onboard Burger [Roundup]...
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The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Money With Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2025
You can save money with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals 2025. When I use affiliate links in articles here at The Gate With Brian Cohen, I not only hope to earn money to pay the bills here at its swank headquarters with multiple lounges, endless food and beverages, and...
Altitude Yes
The Best Sweet Spots for Redeeming American Airlines AAdvantage Miles
American has some fantastic Oneworld partners, and its AAdvantage loyalty program is a great way to explore the world in style. The post The Best Sweet Spots for Redeeming American Airlines AAdvantage Miles first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Points With a Crew
Should you buy IHG points with a 100% bonus? (Ends Wednesday)
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new IHG promotion fit that criteria?
From The Tray Table
Beware: The Delta snag I hit on a last-minute booking
One of Delta’s big fraud-prevention practices seems to be popping up stateside. And it nearly derailed my parents’… The post Beware: The Delta snag I hit on a last-minute booking appeared first on From the Tray Table.
You Are Travel
The World’s 50 Best Drops Best Hotels List: 1-50 – Who Made the List?
tl;dr – The full list (including the top 50 hotels) is now available.  A few weeks ago, I… The post The World’s 50 Best Drops Best Hotels List: 1-50 – Who Made the List? appeared first on You Are Travel.
Monkey Miles
December Bilt Rent Day – up to 100% Bonus to British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus
Don't forget today is double points day with Bilt Rewards Mastercard The post December Bilt Rent Day – up to 100% Bonus to British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest Announces West Coast Expansion With Five New California and Hawaii Routes
Southwest Airlines is adding to its route map once again. The latest update focuses… The post Southwest Announces West Coast Expansion With Five New California and Hawaii Routes appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
ATX Jetsetter
JSX is Launching All-Business Class Turboprop Flights in 2025
JSX has announced it will operate ATR 42-600 turboprops outfitted in an all-Business Class configuration beginning December 2025. The post JSX is Launching All-Business Class Turboprop Flights in 2025 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Unlimited® – $750 or 90,000 points
The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Unlimited are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Which is Better: Traveling by Car or by Airplane?
Which mode of travel you believe is better — by car or by airplane — depends on what is important to you. Factors that could affect your decision include — but not limited to — time, cost, effort, convenience, weather, schedule, and comfort. The Thanksgiving 2025 holiday season will be incredibly...
Frequent Miler
New Kimpton Secret Password: ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest’
Kimpton has revealed its latest Secret Password that’s valid on stays through the end of February 2026. If you say ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest’ when checking in, you’ll get some kind of reward. The Deal Kimpton’s Secret Password is ‘The Life of a Kimpton Guest.’ Key Terms Valid...