Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Everyone “Had a Blast Making Spirit the Butt of the Joke,” Flight Attendants Blast After Airline’s Sudden Collapse Leaves Them Destitute
The union that represented thousands of flight attendants at the newly defunct Spirit Airlines says everyone in the United States “had a blast making Spirit the butt of the joke,” which in turn created a reputation so hard to shake that potential passengers would avoid flying with the airline at...
View from the Wing
United’s Seats Are So Tight, Tray Tables Need Cutouts For Passenger Bellies [Roundup]
United’s economy seats are tight enough that some tray tables now have cutouts for passenger bellies — which is either bleak or oddly pragmatic. Also: American admits broken seats mean passengers aren’t getting the product they paid for, the 50-day London-to-Calcutta bus makes Landline look easy, and the Philadelphia Centurion...
Your Mileage May Vary
Is United Economy Plus Worth Paying For? Here’s What You Really Get
United offers several categories of seats on its planes, but it’s not always clear what you’re actually getting. The names can be vague, and the differences aren’t always obvious at…
Miles To Memories
Any Gold At The End Of This Rainbow? Flying Blue Promo Awards Are Here
It's the beginning of the month, which means the Flying Blue promo awards are now available. Get discounted award flights on Air France & KLM.
View from the Wing
I Have 26 Credit Cards In A Drawer — How I Put 7 Cards To Work
I have about 26 credit cards sitting in a drawer, but only seven actually earn a place in my wallet. The strategy is not “get every great card” — it is knowing which cards are for bonuses, which are for perks, and which ones actually deserve your everyday spending.
Hawaii Calling
Hawaiian Airlines Huaka‘i Program: A Complete Guide for Hawai‘i Residents
When Hawaiian Airlines introduced Huaka‘i by Hawaiian, the goal was straightforward: give Hawai‘i residents a more consistent and accessible way to save on interisland travel. At its core, Huaka‘i is designed for locals who fly between islands regularly — whether that’s for work, family, or everyday commitments. Instead of a...
One Mile at a Time
Free AAdvantage Business Program 10K Bonus Miles New Member Promotion
AAdvantage Business is American’s free small business rewards program, and if you’re eligible and fly American with any frequency, it’s absolutely worth participating (it essentially lets you earn one bonus Loyalty Point and AAdvantage mile per eligible dollar spent on flights, beyond what you usually earn).
Points With a Crew
19 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
Live and Let’s Fly
Spirit Airlines Collapse Rescue Fares Guide: United, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, More
With Spirit Airlines collapsing overnight, stranded passengers suddenly need new flights and thousands of employees suddenly need new jobs. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says other carriers are stepping in. Airlines Rush To Help Stranded Spirit Passengers After Collapse As Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased operations, the U.S. Department of Transportation says...
Point Me to the Plane
What’s Your Secret To Happy Travels?
Happy travels start from the ground up! That means keeping your feet happy. Here's my secret.
Miles To Memories
(Free Museum Weekend) Bank of America Museums on Us, List of Dates & Participating Museums
The Bank of America museums on us program returns for 2026. Find out dates, how to qualify & how to check out certain museums for FREE.
You Are Travel
Air New Zealand Formally Launches New Koru Loyalty Program
​tl;dr – There are now five loyalty tiers in the new program. ​Air New Zealand recently revamped its…
View from the Wing
JetBlue Pounces After Spirit Shutdown — Planes And Crews Head Straight For The Airline’s Home Base
Spirit Airlines’ shutdown was supposed to leave a hole in the market. JetBlue is already treating it like an opening — shifting planes, crews and new flights into Spirit’s Fort Lauderdale home base while cutting flying elsewhere.
The Bulkhead Seat
Cautionary Tale: I’m Stuck With More Than 105,000 Worthless Free Spirit Points
I am usually really skillful at earning and burning points and miles. I don’t…
One Mile at a Time
New Chase Sapphire Reserve Bonus Rules: Mixed Bag, But Good For Most?
Link: Learn more about theChase Sapphire Reserve Card
The Bulkhead Seat
Sheraton Logo Catches Fire and Prompts Hotel Evacuation at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
A fire broke out early yesterday morning at the Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and…