One Mile at a Time
Spirit Airlines Cancels Pilot Furloughs, As Pilots Resign At Record Rate
Spirit Airlines is currently going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in the past year. At this point, the company is trying to reinvent its business model by becoming a lot smaller, and that was supposed to include a lot of employee furloughs.
Frequent Miler
American Express transfer ratio to Cathay Pacific will reduce to 5:4
If it’s not one devaluation, it’s another. In somewhat surprising news, American Express is telling cardmembers that, starting 3/1/26, Membership Rewards will no longer transfer to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles at a 1:1 ratio. Instead, it will be dropping to 5:4 (1000 Membership Rewards:800 Asia Miles) Complete Guide to American...
One Mile at a Time
Spirit Airlines Cancels Pilot Furloughs, As Pilots Resign At Record Rate
Spirit Airlines is currently going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in the past year. At this point, the company is trying to reinvent its business model by becoming a lot smaller, and that was supposed to include a lot of employee furloughs.
Live from a Lounge
The Standard of Care IndiGo did not deliver upon during their Mass Cancellations
IndiGo was just a huge letdown this week. But that was not all, they forgot to basically respect the people who are their bread and butter -> the passengers.
The post The Standard of Care IndiGo did not deliver upon during their Mass Cancellations appeared first on Live From A...
PointsMath
Buy American AAdvantage Miles with Up to 40% Discount [2.26¢/Point]
American Airlines is a member of the Oneworld Alliance. Its frequent flyer program, “AAdvantage”, is among the best in OneWorld for award redemptions, with lower mileage requirements and lower taxes. You can also earn American Airlines AA miles outside the USA. One way to earn AA miles is to buy...
PointsMath
Turkish Miles Star Alliance Domestic Award Devaluation
The Turkish Miles & Smiles program once had many sweet spots. I had used them too. But all changed last year when it was devalued. It now has a devalued Star Alliance Domestic Award. Turkish Miles Star Alliance Domestic Award Devaluation This is the second devaluation of the Star Alliance...
2PAXfly
DELTA AIRLINES: Starts Melbourne to LAX flights from today
Starting today, Saturday 6 December 2025, Melbourne’s long-haul travellers have a new way to cross the Pacific. Delta Air Lines has officially launched flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles. That makes the route a three-horse race alongside Qantas and United Airlines. It’s the first time an Airbus A350 has flown...
PointsMath
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles Transfer Offer [Nov’25-Dec’25]
Cathay Pacific, an Oneworld and Hong Kong-based airline, is offering a 25% bonus on Asia Miles when transferring points from credit cards for Indian Cardholders. It is one of the few airlines that often runs promotions for transferring points to its frequent flyer program, Asia Miles. So, here is the...
PointsMath
Two Days: Buy Marriott Bonvoy Points with up to 40% Bonus [0.89¢/Point]
Marriott is the largest hotel chain in the world. That means you will find a Marriott hotel in most places. With over 30 brands, there are many opportunities to make the most out of your Marriott points. There are many ways to earn Marriott Bonvoy points. However, buying Marriott Bonvoy...
PointsMath
Buy United Miles with up to a 50% Discount [1.88¢/Mile]
United MileagePlus was once a great frequent flyer program offered by United Airlines. This airline is also part of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest Airline Alliance, with numerous airline partners. This program has multiple use cases. United is now selling United Miles with up to a 50% Discount. Here...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Melbourne to Honolulu flights stop from 31 January 2026
Well, that didn’t last long. Qantas’ much-touted return to the Melbourne–Honolulu route is ending after just nine months, with the final flight set for January 31, 2026. The official explanation? “Soft demand” both ways across the Pacific, according to ET. This comes after the airline quietly slipped the route into...
PointsMath
One Week Only: Buy IHG Points with a Flat 100% Bonus [0.50¢/Point]
There are tons of ways to earn IHG Points. One such way is buying these Points. It could be a good deal to buy points when a bonus offer is available. Now, you can buy IHG Points and get 100% bonus points. So, here is everything you need to know...
Frequent Miler
American Express transfer ratio to Cathay Pacific will reduce to 5:4
If it’s not one devaluation, it’s another. In somewhat surprising news, American Express is telling cardmembers that, starting 3/1/26, Membership Rewards will no longer transfer to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles at a 1:1 ratio. Instead, it will be dropping to 5:4 (1000 Membership Rewards:800 Asia Miles) Complete Guide to American...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Two Beds. Solo Traveler. Which Bed Do You Choose?
Sometimes the silliest thoughts pop into my head for no apparent reason and without any provocation — and despite having stayed in literally hundreds of hotel rooms with two beds while traveling solo, a thought entered my mind during a recent hotel stay...
...and that thought is that I realized that...
Frequent Miler
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands: Bottom Line Review
Earlier this year, my wife and I took an extended trip across East Africa. We started in Rwanda and, before moving on to the Masai Mara for five days at the JW Marriott Masai Mara, we spent a night in Nairobi at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands. It ended up...
Frequent Miler
The lowest hotel ratings we’re willing to book | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep335 | 12-5-25
In this week’s podcast, we’ll talk about how Citi Travel hides thousands of hotels, we’ll describe our favorite flights from 2025, and we’ll find out who on the FM team is willing to book a 3.5 rated hotel… Giant Mailbag (01:51) – Hyatt Elite Status Hack See episode 334 “Super...
Frequent Miler
Southwest Chase Offer: up to 10% back on flights (targeted)
Another round of targeted Chase Offers is now available for Southwest Airlines. The one I’ve seen offers up to 10% off, with a maximum cashback of $40. However, these Southwest offers usually feature multiple permutations with varying percentages off and varying maximum cash back amounts. Let us know if you...
View from the Wing
Hudson News Self-Checkout Meltdown: The Airport Kiosk That Makes You Want To Miss Your Flight [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 Hudson News Self-Checkout Meltdown: The Airport Kiosk That Makes You Want To Miss Your Flight [Roundup]...
Frequent Miler
Unlock one year of Omni Hotels Champion status with a Mesa transfer
Last week, Mesa became the first transferable points program to partner with Omni Hotels, a small North American hotel brand with around 50 properties across the US, Mexico, and Canada. While the footprint is small, many of the hotels are quite lovely. However, there’s another benefit that Mesa left curiously...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Two Beds. Solo Traveler. Which Bed Do You Choose?
Sometimes the silliest thoughts pop into my head for no apparent reason and without any provocation — and despite having stayed in literally hundreds of hotel rooms with two beds while traveling solo, a thought entered my mind during a recent hotel stay...
...and that thought is that I realized that...
Frequent Miler
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands: Bottom Line Review
Earlier this year, my wife and I took an extended trip across East Africa. We started in Rwanda and, before moving on to the Masai Mara for five days at the JW Marriott Masai Mara, we spent a night in Nairobi at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands. It ended up...
Frequent Miler
The lowest hotel ratings we’re willing to book | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep335 | 12-5-25
In this week’s podcast, we’ll talk about how Citi Travel hides thousands of hotels, we’ll describe our favorite flights from 2025, and we’ll find out who on the FM team is willing to book a 3.5 rated hotel… Giant Mailbag (01:51) – Hyatt Elite Status Hack See episode 334 “Super...
Frequent Miler
Southwest Chase Offer: up to 10% back on flights (targeted)
Another round of targeted Chase Offers is now available for Southwest Airlines. The one I’ve seen offers up to 10% off, with a maximum cashback of $40. However, these Southwest offers usually feature multiple permutations with varying percentages off and varying maximum cash back amounts. Let us know if you...
View from the Wing
Hudson News Self-Checkout Meltdown: The Airport Kiosk That Makes You Want To Miss Your Flight [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 Hudson News Self-Checkout Meltdown: The Airport Kiosk That Makes You Want To Miss Your Flight [Roundup]...
