Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Could Saudi Arabia’s Luxe Riyadh Air Have To Enter Cost Cutting Mode Before It Even Starts Selling Tickets?
Saudi Arabia’s government-backed Riyadh Air has set one of the most ambitious targets the aviation industry has ever seen: Start from nothing and become one of the world’s best and most luxe airlines, serving more than 100 destinations in little more than four years. Thankfully, Riyadh Air has deep pockets...
One Mile at a Time
New Pacific Airlines Ceases Operations: No Surprise, But Strange Timing
I can’t say that I’m surprised, and if anything, it’s impressive that things lasted as long as they did…
ATX Jetsetter
Traffic Grinds to a Halt at DFW Airport as Travelers Try to Catch Holiday Flights
Travelers looking to get to DFW airport on the day before Thanksgiving encountered major traffic delays, causing some to miss their flights. The post Traffic Grinds to a Halt at DFW Airport as Travelers Try to Catch Holiday Flights appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Shopping Portal Signup Bonuses
Shopping portals offer a great way to earn extra rewards when buying stuff online. Any time that you plan to make online purchases, including travel bookings, you can use tools like Savewise and CashBackMonitor to find the portals that offer the most significant rewards. Even better, if you’ve never used...
View from the Wing
Internal Email Shows New Pacific Airlines Has Finally Shut Down — Ending Years of Failed Route Plans and Constant Reinvention
An internal email shared with employees indicates that New Pacific Airlines—formerly Northern Pacific—has now shut down for good. After failed Anchorage–Asia ambitions, multiple rebrands, short-lived domestic service, and the collapse of affiliated Ravn Alaska, the long-struggling startup appears to have reached the end of the line. Continue reading Internal Email Shows...
Points With a Crew
4 Reasons to Get the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
If you are starting out in the world of credit card miles and points, and aren't sure which card you should get - here are 4 reasons it should be the Chase Sapphire Preferred
The Gate with Brian Cohen
3 Scenarios in Which Suites May Be Overrated
Ahh, that spacious set of rooms known as a suite. A symbol of luxury and status glorified on television, in the movies, and by fellow bloggers in the miles, points, and travel space — pun intended. A place to stretch out and enjoy the opulence associated with just being in...
You Are Travel
Bullets Fly in Haiti and Another Airline Ceases Operations Amidst the Ongoing Crisis
tl;dr – A domestic carrier has grounded operations following the incident.  For the last several years, Haiti has… The post Bullets Fly in Haiti and Another Airline Ceases Operations Amidst the Ongoing Crisis appeared first on You Are Travel.
Frequent Miler
Hilton Timeshare Offer: 3 nights & 125K points, starting at $199 (includes Hawai’i options)
Hilton Grand Vacations is currently offering a “Black Friday” vacation package that requires attending a two-hour timeshare presentation. You get 2-4 nights of lodging in one of several specific locations, and 125,000 Hilton Honors points for as low as $199 + tax. Thanks to Grant over at Travel with Grant...
The Bulkhead Seat
Taste Test: Grilled Chicken Breast on United Airlines
I flew from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) today… The post Taste Test: Grilled Chicken Breast on United Airlines appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
The #1 Skill You Need for Points & Miles (It’s Not a ‘Hack’)
If I had to name the one skill that determines whether points & miles becomes a fun long-term hobby—or a short, expensive lesson—it wouldn’t be optimization. It wouldn’t be award…
You Are Travel
Cool: Stranded Tourists Assist with Hurricane Melissa Clean Up (Video)
tl;dr – People coming together to make the best of a bad situation.  Just about a month ago,… The post Cool: Stranded Tourists Assist with Hurricane Melissa Clean Up (Video) appeared first on You Are Travel.
Frequent Miler
Iberia Award Sale: US-Spain starting at 6.4K one-way (stack with Bilt transfer bonus)
Iberia runs numerous award sales throughout the year (like this one back in September). It now has another one that runs through December 2nd for travel through March 25th, 2026. Like most Iberia sales, it’s only for Iberia’s own flights, and awards are up to 30%/60%, depending on departure city...
View from the Wing
Basic Economy Passenger Opens Up Athlete’s Foot Lounge—Right On His Neighbor’s Armrest
It’s hard to say what’s worse—the bare feet or the confidence. One Basic Economy passenger turned his neighbor’s armrest into a personal spa, opening what can only be described as The Athlete’s Foot Lounge mid-flight. If you thought you’d seen the limits of bad passenger behavior, there’s always another level. Continue...
View from the Wing
Tara Reid Says Her Drink Was Spiked At The O’Hare DoubleTree — She Kept Falling From A Wheelchair, Then Woke Up In A Hospital With No Memory
Tara Reid was in Chicago for a celebrity signing when she says a single drink at the O’Hare DoubleTree bar left her unable to stand, captured on lobby video repeatedly slipping from a wheelchair before paramedics rushed her to a hospital. She later woke up with no memory of the...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Aeroplan miles with a 100% bonus?
I used Air Canada Aeroplan miles for an epic RTW trip. Aeroplan miles are on sale now, and you can buy them with a big bonus for a limited ...