Travel Points Playbook
Using the Chase Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit was Easier than Expected
When Chase increased the annual fee of the Sapphire Reserve to $795 over the summer, I was on… The post Using the Chase Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit was Easier than Expected appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
View from the Wing
Bilt Card 2.0: Investor Sketches The Playbook—Weeks Before January 14 Reveal
A self-described Bilt investor is out with an unverified preview of what Bilt Card 2.0 could look like when the new Cardless-issued lineup is unveiled January 14, including rumors about how earning might change, whether benefits depend on Bilt status, and if the current five-transactions rule could be replaced by...
Eye of the Flyer
The Comfort Inn South Bend Airport (SBN) via Delta Stays Review – How Very Disappointing
Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get Value Flying to Lisbon Portugal The Comfort Inn South Bend SBN Airport Review via Delta Stays – How Very Disappointing Interlining my Bags on a Delta Revenue Ticket and Second...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Multiple Passengers Injured After Turbulence Hits Ryanair 737MAX — Eyewitness Mentions Passing Fighter Jet
Multiple passengers were injured when a Ryanair Boeing 737MAX flying from Birmingham, England, to Tenerife in the Canary Islands suddenly encountered mid-air turbulence while flying at 37,000 feet off the north coast of France on Sunday afternoon. There are some reports that the turbulence struck the four-year-old aircraft just moments...
Travel Codex
Review: British Airways Lounge Glasgow
Before heading on to Paris via London to head home, I took some time to check out the British Airways Lounge Glasgow. While a small outstation lounge, it’s actually a quite nice space to spend some time. Arguably nicer than the Heathrow Galleries lounges, to be honest. This post is...
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Ambassador Elite Experience: What Does Top Tier $23K Status Get You?
About a year ago, I shared how I earned Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador status, which is the program’s top tier elite status. I actually had the status pre-pandemic for several years (dating back to the Starwood Preferred Guest days), though given how Marriott Bonvoy has evolved, I was curious to see...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
It Could Be You: Why an Innocent Passenger Was Banned by Alaska Airlines After Booking a Cheap Flight Online
‘If it looks too good to be true, then it probably is’: That’s the famous saying that one Alaska Airlines recently learned the hard way when they were denied boarding, had the cops called them, and then received a letter through the post days later telling them they’d been placed...
Live and Let’s Fly
Croatia Airlines Bets On Airbus A220, But I Don’t See A Future Without Subsidies
Croatia Airlines is swapping out its aging fleet for shiny new Airbus A220s, but it is trying to do so while the business itself remains stubbornly unprofitable. Croatia Airlines Bets On The A220, But I Don’t See A Path Forward Without Subsidies Croatia Airlines is in the middle of a...
One Mile at a Time
Hotel Cancels Reservation Of Guest With Local Address, Blames “Homeless”
Did you know that many hotels ban guests with local addresses from staying with them, and will even cancel confirmed reservations? This policy is more common than many people realize, and is currently getting some attention on social media, after a guest had his reservation canceled.
ATX Jetsetter
Guide to Marriott Bonvoy Choice Benefits
The end of the year is here which only means one thing, it’s time to select your annual… The post Guide to Marriott Bonvoy Choice Benefits appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Frequent Miler
Our most popular posts, videos, and podcasts of 2025
2025 was another wild year in the miles and points world, and therefore, another exciting year for Frequent Miler. And nowadays, we’ve got more kinds of content than we used to, so in this post, we’ll look at the most popular content for reading, listening, and viewing in 2025. Reader...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
My First Time As a Passenger Aboard an Airbus A220-300 Airplane
My first time as a passenger aboard an Airbus A220-300 airplane was recent for a flight from Atlanta to Washington Dulles International Airport that was operated by Delta Air Lines. The Airbus A220-300 primarily replaces the... The post My First Time As a Passenger Aboard an Airbus A220-300 Airplane appeared first on...
The Bulkhead Seat
Breeze Airways Postpones Launch of Flights to Jamaica From Both Raleigh and Tampa
Back in September, I wrote about how Breeze Airways became the first airline in… The post Breeze Airways Postpones Launch of Flights to Jamaica From Both Raleigh and Tampa appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Which Chase Ink card is best? ($1,000 or 90,000 Points)
There are 4 Chase Ink cards with increased bonuses right now (up to $1,000 or 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points). The best Chase Ink card is probably...
Bald Thoughts
Kayaking in Kentucky with Lynn Camp Launch
Like most families, we’re constantly on the go. Whether it’s running from one school function to another, in between practices, or daily errands like groceries and gas, there doesn’t seem to be enough time with the family. Like, actually spending time together rather than coexisting in the same room. So...
Your Mileage May Vary
Online Passport Renewal’s Been Permanent for Over a Year — But There’s Still One Big Catch
Having the freedom to travel is one of the great pleasures in life. In this age of digitization, there are several ways to make the travel paperwork even easier. Online…