One Mile at a Time
Icelandair Adding Miami Flights With New Airbus A321LR
Woot, Icelandair will finally be adding service to my home airport, and Im kind of excited! However, well have to be patient
The Bulkhead Seat
Icelandair Will Add Nonstop Flights To Miami In January 2026
We might be a week into 2025, but Icelandair is already planning a new… The post Icelandair Will Add Nonstop Flights To Miami In January 2026 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Which Airlines Fly To The Most Destinations? Some May Surprise You
Recently, I wrote a post about the airlines that fly to the most countries. Turkish Airlines wins that title by a long shot, and has a 30+ country lead over the second most ”global” airline.
One Mile at a Time
What Does Marriott Bonvoy Gold Status Get You?
Generally speaking, hotel elite status becomes most valuable when you get toward the higher tiers, as that’s when you start getting benefits like suite upgrades and breakfast. Admittedly many people end up with lower elite status as well, so I think it’s worth covering what that offers.
Frequent Miler
My Marriott Mattress Run
At the end of 2024, I found myself one night short of Marriott Bonvoy Titanium status. I needed 75 nights, but only had 74. This happened because I had messed up my Bonvoy Boundless spend. That card offers 1 elite night per $5,000 spend. I had made sure to spend...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino
We spent five days after Thanksgiving in Aruba. The last time we were on… The post Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Bulkhead Seat
United Is Back With Surprise Adventure Week Mileage Redemption Deals
United Airlines is bringing MileagePlus members who are United® Chase Cardmembers the opportunity to… The post United Is Back With Surprise Adventure Week Mileage Redemption Deals appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card Review (Awesome Offer ENDS TOMORROW)
The Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus card comes with a hefty welcome offer worth hundreds of dollars and a reasonable annual fee. If you're even an occasional Southwest flyer, you'll want to consider applying ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Free Entry Into National Parks 2025 in the United States for Certain Days
The United States has some of the most scenic topography in the world. To preserve the diversification of natural settings around the vastness of this country, a system of national parks was created in 1916 currently known as the National Park Service, which is a bureau of the United States...
ATX Jetsetter
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Closes Due to Snow
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has closed its runways to allow crews to perform snow removal work overnight. The post Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Closes Due to Snow appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Travel With Grant
3 Upcoming American Express Endings: Redeeming Membership Rewards Points at Newegg & Staples, ShopRunner Benefit & AMEX Auto Purchasing Program
Discover the latest changes to American Express benefits, including the end of Membership Rewards redemptions at Newegg and Staples, the discontinuation of the ShopRunner benefit, and the closure of the AMEX Auto Purchasing Program. Learn how these updates, effective by April 2025, might impact your card usage and explore alternative...
Your Mileage May Vary
Exploring Trader Vic’s Atlanta, a Tiki Time Capsule
If you’ve been following our adventures for a while, you know we’re big fans of tiki bars. There’s just something magical about stepping into a dimly lit paradise filled with…
Frequent Miler
[Update: Only affecting business cards & Amex cards] Pay1040 seems to increase fee to 2.89% for tax payments
Update 1/6/25: As was pointed out by several readers in the comments, the Pay1040 fee is actually 1.75% for most consumer cards. Only business credit cards and both business and consumer American Express cards are showing the 2.89% fee. If you’re paying with a consumer Visa or Mastercard, you should still see...
View from the Wing
Want Better Treatment When You Fly? Watch How This Southwest Passenger Did Everything Wrong (And What It Cost Her)
A parent in this situation should be the most sympathetic passenger imaginable - but not when she drops the f-word a second time, and calls the agent something else too. And that's before even bringing the employee's race into it through use of an epithet sometimes used to describe...
Frequent Miler
[Update: Sales suspended] Uh-oh: Hilton gift card inventory shortage (not expected to ship for “weeks”)
Update 1/6/25: On December 20th, we pointed out messaging from BuyHiltonGiftCards.com indicating an inventory shortage (that full post is below). As has been pointed out in the comments, the BuyHiltonGiftCards site has now suspended the sale of gift cards. The messaging indicates that inventory will be “replenished” within the next...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Newtral Freedom-X: Multi-Position Chair
Discover the Newtral Freedom-X: a revolutionary multi-position chair designed for ultimate comfort and versatility. Now on Kickstarter, this innovative chair offers eco-friendly options and stain-resistant fabric. Back the project by February 17th and be part of the ergonomic revolution. Perfect for home or office, it adapts to your lifestyle needs....