
Frequent Miler
Book NASCAR VIP experiences for two, starting at 30,000 Choice Privileges points
Choice Privileges is again offering VIP experiences for NASCAR Cup races, but the packages are auctioned off starting at only 30,000 Choice points. For a NASCAR fan, the experience could be well worth the redemption cost, especially since you can transfer points from Wells Fargo to Choice at a 1:2 ratio...

The Gate with Brian Cohen
Delta One to Europe For as Few as 97,700 SkyMiles One Way.
You could travel as a passenger seated in the Delta One premium cabin to Europe for as few as 97,000 SkyMiles one way during the summer of 2026 — if you act fast, as the deal was still available at the time this article was written, as members of Thrifty...

Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Qatar Airways is Returning to Philadelphia After Three Year Absence As American Airlines Extends Doha Cancellations
It appears as if Qatar Airways is planning to resume flights to Philadelphia in the not-too-distant future, as it becomes increasingly clear that its important codeshare partner, American Airlines, has no intention of returning to Doha from its Pennsylvania hub anytime soon. Qatar Airways last flew between Doha and Philadelphia,...

Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air India Maharaja Lounge San Francisco (SFO)
I had a chance to stop by the new Air India Maharaja Lounge in San Francisco (SFO) during a recent layover and enjoyed a nice Indian dinner in this small but impressive lounge. Air India Maharaja Lounge San Francisco Review (SFO) Air India has opened its own lounge in the...

View from the Wing
U.S. Airline CEO Insists Cities Give Him Part Ownership Of Their Airports — And Pay Him To Fly There
Avelo’s CEO wants the Ryanair model pushed even further: not just low airport costs, and cities paying his airline to fly there — but future airport deals giving Avelo part ownership of the airport itself. That turns ordinary route incentives into public airports handing over a stake to a fragile...

One Mile at a Time
Miles & Points: The Best Of Times, The Worst Of Times, And What’s Next
I’ve been obsessed with miles & points for over 20 years. I can’t help but take a moment to reflect on just how much this hobby has changed over that time. I’ve done this in the past, but I think it’s time for an updated look, as it feels like...

View from the Wing
The Best Travel Credit Card Strategy If You Mostly Fly Inside The U.S. — Since Most Advice Is Built For Trips You Won’t Take
Most points advice assumes you’re saving for long haul business class awards. But if your travel is mostly domestic, the best credit card strategy looks very different: earn the most flexible points you can, carry airline cards for benefits rather than spending, and choose lounge access based on the airports...

Frequent Miler
Caesars Rewards spending offers: $40 back from Amex and $25 back from Citi
There are a couple of targeted card-linked spending offers for Caesars Rewards at the moment that can save you up to 20% on your stay(s). Last month, Stephen already wrote about an Amex Offer for $40 back on $200+, and now there’s a new Citi Offer for $25 back on...







