Miles For Family
Is the “New” Cathay Pacific Credit Card Worth Considering?
Last fall, Synchrony bank discontinued its Cathay Pacific credit card. The card was just re-launched and is now live for new applications. Is this card worth considering for miles and points travel? For most people, no, it’s not worth it. For newbies to this miles and points hobby, there are...
Eye of the Flyer
Two Words of Blunt Advice That Calmed Me Before My First Trip as a Parent
My wife, our infant daughter, and I took our first family trip around this time about eight years ago. I was a mess. Instead of just a computer bag and a rollaboard suitcase, we suddenly also had a bulky stroller, a diaper bag, and a bag with the baby’s spare...
Wingtips
The Ultimate Guide to Marriott Bonvoy: Rewards, Status & Tips
The Basics Full Name: Marriott Bonvoy Parent Company: Marriott International Launched: 2019 (post-Starwood merger) Number of Hotels: ~8,800… The post The Ultimate Guide to Marriott Bonvoy: Rewards, Status & Tips appeared first on Wingtips.
You Are Travel
More Luxury Near the House of Mouse: Evermore Orlando Now Bookable With Hilton Free Night Certificates 
Tl;dr – A popular upscale resort less than 3 miles from Disney World is now fully integrated into…
You Are Travel
Frontier Airlines Shoots A Golden Arrow at Southwest: How to Make the Most of $40 Frontier Gold Elite Status
💡 tl;dr – Frontier Airlines recently launched a status match that allows all Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Members,…
Frequent Miler
Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport (Choice): Bottom Line Review
After spending three nights at Villa Copenhagen, my wife and I spent a night at the Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport before flying out the next day. Situated the other side of the road from the airport and connected by an enclosed walkway, it’s a convenient place to stay after arriving...
Your Mileage May Vary
Capital One Lounge at DFW: Still a Standout or Starting to Slip?
I’ve flown through DFW plenty of times, but I’d never actually flown out of the airport after staying in the area—until recently. That finally gave me the chance to check…
Will Run For Miles
Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
A great addition to the Hyatt portfolio and will be appreciated by travelers transiting through BKK airport. The post Hotel Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Travel Points Playbook
Lounge Access When Flying Southwest: The Club ATL Review
One of the drawbacks of flying Southwest is that they do not operate their own airport lounges.  However,…
Miles For Family
Contrarian Take: Hyatt Program’s Best Value Is In Low-category Redemptions
If you’ve followed this hobby for awhile, you have probably seen a heavy emphasis on Hyatt aspirational redemptions. To be clear, there are good reasons for that. For one, Hyatt still has a fixed award chart, and you will pay a maximum of 45k points per night for a standard...
Nerd Ka Travel
Wi-Finally: American’s Wi-Fi Is (Almost) Free at Last In 2026
Starting in January 2026, American Airlines will begin offering complimentary inflight Wi-Fi to AAdvantage members on most of its flights, thanks to a new partnership with AT&T. The airline says the move will make it the largest U.S. carrier to
Frequent Miler
What’s the Best Starter Rewards Card? | Coffee Break Ep52 | 4-15-25
On a recent podcast episode, we talked about all the important considerations when you’re just getting start in the points and miles game. But in this episode, we’ll go one step further and talk about which credit cards you might want to consider as someone just getting started. Coffee Break:...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: KLM Boeing 777-200 Business Class (AMS-DXB)
A good seat and a great crew were enough to overcome the mediocre food on our KLM Boeing 777-200 Business Class flight between Amsterdam and Dubai. The post Review: KLM Boeing 777-200 Business Class (AMS-DXB) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Sam Chui
How Many A380s Are Currently Flying? 10 Longest and Shortest Flights
In this article, we explore the world’s shortest and longest A380 flights, from Asiana’s short hop between Seoul and Tokyo to Emirates’ ultra-long-haul flight between Auckland and Dubai. Moreover, this will be followed by a breakdown of active A380 operators. How Many A380s Are Currently In Service? Despite the aircraft’s...
The Points of Life
Hotel vs. Friend’s Home vs. Airbnb
Last time I went to Medellin and wrote about Hostel v. Hotel v. Friend’s Home. This time, I faced two choices: hotel vs. friend's house. The post Hotel vs. Friend’s Home vs. Airbnb appeared first on The Points Of Life.
Miles For Family
Ugh. Will Texas High-Speed Rail Ever Happen?
For years, I’ve been hopeful that Texas would get high-speed rail. The highways between Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio are congested and always under construction. It’s crazy to compare the availability of public trains between cities in other countries to the lackluster train system in the United States. Back...