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Don’t Piss on Air India Maharajah Club
If you’re a United enthusiast—or you simply live at a United hub—don’t be so quick to piss on Air India’s Maharajah Club.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
JetBlue And Delta Suffer Post Christmas Meltdowns With Hundreds Of Flights Canceled And Delays Mounting
The post-Christmas travel rush has not got off to a good start, with JetBlue and Delta Air Lines collectively canceling nearly 500 flights on December 26, and delays are still mounting on hundreds of other flights. According to the flight tracking website Flight Aware, JetBlue has already been forced to...
Live and Let’s Fly
Karen Melts Down On Frontier Airlines, Flight Attendant Calmly Ends The Drama
A woman was removed from a Frontier Airlines after cursing out a flight attendant, accusing her of “triggering” her and having an “issue” with minorities. Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant Shuts Down Profanity-Filled Passenger Outburst I wish we had a bit more context, but video begins with a passenger cursing out...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue and Japan Airlines Partnership Ends on March 31st
JetBlue was adding partners at a decent pace, but this seems to be reversing… The post JetBlue and Japan Airlines Partnership Ends on March 31st appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Miles and Points On Sale — December 26 2025
Sometimes you need an infusion of miles or points to your membership account for whatever reason — perhaps to have enough to redeem for a limited time award as one example — and the best time to purchase or gift miles or points is when they are on sale, as...
From The Tray Table
Breeze bets on loyalty, international routes, and profitability in 2026
Four years in, Breeze Airways is making its biggest bet on loyalty yet. The carrier, founded by serial… The post Breeze bets on loyalty, international routes, and profitability in 2026 appeared first on From the Tray Table.
The Bulkhead Seat
Is American Airlines Adding Porto Service Next Summer?
Delta Air Lines and United Airlines both will fly to Porto’s Francisco Sá Carneiro… The post Is American Airlines Adding Porto Service Next Summer? appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Altitude Yes
Japan Airlines Cancels 30 More Long-Haul Flights as A350 Repairs Continue
There is currently no timeline for JA10WJ, the aircraft involved in the incident, and its repairs. The post Japan Airlines Cancels 30 More Long-Haul Flights as A350 Repairs Continue first appeared on Altitude Yes.
One Mile at a Time
Guide To Emirates’ A380 First Class Shower Spa: An Incredible Amenity
Aviation has come a long way over the years, and airlines have introduced some pretty unbelievable premium cabin amenities. However, in my millions of miles of flying, Id argue that nothing can compare with the excitement of showering on an Emirates Airbus A380.
One Mile at a Time
Guide To Emirates’ A380 First Class Shower Spa: An Incredible Amenity
Aviation has come a long way over the years, and airlines have introduced some pretty unbelievable premium cabin amenities. However, in my millions of miles of flying, I’d argue that nothing can compare with the excitement of showering on an Emirates Airbus A380.
View from the Wing
Insider Leak: American Airlines Eyes Launch Of New Porto Flight From Philadelphia
American Airlines may be looking at Porto, Portugal as its next growth move in a country where Lisbon is effectively capped, with the obvious play being Philadelphia. Continue reading Insider Leak: American Airlines Eyes Launch Of New Porto Flight From Philadelphia...
Frequent Miler
Current Amex Offers
This post is designed to show current Amex Offers. If you have any Amex cards, even authorized user cards, then you’re eligible to sign up for offers when you log into your Amex account. If you’re planning to shop or book travel, check this page to see if an Amex...
View from the Wing
Delta Seatback Screen Shows The Route Map — But The Bulkhead Played The R-Rated Director Cut [Roundup]
Delta seatback screens were showing the route map—while the bulkhead screen up front had an R-rated director cut instead. Also in today’s roundup: Labubu pop-ups take over Denver airport, a China mall uses toilet doors that turn transparent if someone smokes, a Lyft business profile can earn higher Alaska/United/Hilton rewards, a...
One Mile at a Time
Splitting Expenses When Redeeming Points For Travel: What’s Fair?
An OMAAT reader asked me a specific question about the concept of redeeming points and splitting expenses when on a friends trip. While I shared my take on his specific scenario (and he asked to remain anonymous), I thought it would be interesting to address this topic more broadly.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge Addis Ababa (ADD)
The Plaza Premium Lounge in Bole Addis Ababa International Airport (ADD) is a unique lounge and among the most disappointing Plaza Premium lounges I have visited. Plaza Premium Lounge Addis Ababa Review (ADD) I stopped here briefly on my way to the Ethiopian Airlines Lounge. Access + Hours + Location...
One Mile at a Time
How To Combine World Of Hyatt Points Between Accounts For Free
The major hotel programs all have different policies when it comes to being able to combine points across accounts. Separately, I’ve covered the policies of Hilton Honors and Marriott Bonvoy. I’d say Hilton’s policy is by far the most generous, as you can instantly transfer points to any member online,...