Frequent Miler
Tools we use to win the points & miles game | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep348 | 3-6-26
In this episode, we’ll talk about the tools that can help you earn more rewards, organize your points & rewards, and spend your points wisely. Tools we use to win the points & miles game Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Long Haul Plans for Next Winter Are Out — The New Airbus A321XLR Lets Them Extend Europe Flying in the Slow Season
American’s long-haul schedule plans for next winter show exactly what the new Airbus A321XLR is for: keeping marginal transatlantic routes viable when winter demand collapses by right-sizing capacity and leaning premium-heavy. The result is fewer widebody winter losses and more “extended season” Europe flying out of hubs like Philadelphia and...
One Mile at a Time
Southwest Rapid Rewards Selling Points For 50% Off (1.5 Cents Each): Worth It?
Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards has introduced its latest promotion on purchased points. While there has long been value in strategically buying points, the concept of a revenue based frequent flyer program selling points has always been strange to me, especially for an airline like Southwest. Still, let’s go over the...
The Bulkhead Seat
GOL Launches First Long-Haul Route With Nonstop Flights From Rio de Janeiro to New York
Earlier today, I wrote about GOL Linhas Aéreas preparing to enter the long-haul market… The post GOL Launches First Long-Haul Route With Nonstop Flights From Rio de Janeiro to New York appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
There’s A Bilt 2.0 Problem People Are Just Starting To Notice
The Bilt 2.0 rollout hasn’t been smooth. There’s already been confusion around the transition away from Wells Fargo and the move to the new Cardless platform. But one complaint has…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
After Nearly Six Years, United Airlines is Getting Close to Reaching a Contract Deal With Flight Attendants
After nearly six years, United Airlines is becoming increasingly confident that it can lock down a new contract deal with tens of thousands of flight attendants after the latest round of mediated negotiations concluded with the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA-CWA) in Chicago on Friday. The crew union shared the...
View from the Wing
United Flight Attendants Postpone Protests — Deal Is Close That Makes Them ‘Best Paid in the Industry’ After 5.5 Years Without a Raise
United flight attendants haven’t had a raise in 5.5 years, and inflation has quietly taken a big bite out of what their pay is worth—so the tone shift this week is notable. The union says a final agreement is now close enough that it’s postponing a planned protest day, while...
Frequent Miler
Dell Amex Offers: 5%-13% back (stack with Dell credits)
There are two new Amex Offers out, offering either 5% or 13% back when shopping at Dell.com. Either one can stack this with the Amex Business Platinum® Card’s $150 Dell credit and any available shopping portal rewards. I only have the 5% version of this offer, but it’s on all...
Travel With Grant
Redeeming Wells Fargo Rewards Points: My Plan of Attack
Explore how I'm strategizing to maximize the value of my 62,320 Wells Fargo Rewards Points, focusing on the ideal transfer partners and unique features that can enhance their redemption potential. Discover the best ways to leverage these points for travel and more. The post Redeeming Wells Fargo Rewards Points: My Plan...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
One Week After Airspace Was Closed Across the Middle East, Flights Are Finally Restarting in Qatar
Exactly a week to the day that airspace was shuttered across the Middle East after the United States and Israel launched coordinated air strikes against Iran, the skies above the tiny but incredibly wealthy Persian Gulf state of Qatar are reopening its airspace with very “limited operational capacity.” The news...
Miles To Memories
Caesars Could Be SOLD?! + Another Implosion & The QR Code Slot That Makes You Gamble More!
Bombshell Caesars sale rumor, another Vegas implosion is over, true cashless slots are coming & they will make you gamble more plus was there gold in Mirage's glass? The post Caesars Could Be SOLD?! + Another Implosion & The QR Code Slot That Makes You Gamble More! appeared first on Miles...
View from the Wing
Video Shows Sheraton Manager Deny a Room Over a Service Dog — Police Have to Explain “No Pets” Doesn’t Apply
A viral check-in video from a Sheraton in suburban Atlanta shows a manager refusing to honor a guest’s reservation because she arrived with a dog she says is a service animal. When police arrive, the hotel keeps repeating “no pets,” and the officer has to explain the basic point: service...
Frequent Miler
Robinhood Platinum Credit Card Review: All the coupons, none of the fun
In points-and-miles circles, the investment platform Robinhood is primarily known for offering a credit card that earns 3% everywhere (if you can get it) and for generous, periodic bonuses for moving investments from other services to the company. Now, it’s announced the upcoming launch of the “real” Platinum card, a...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: KeyGo Gen2 Ultra-Thin Folding Keyboard (Back By Saturday)
The KeyGo Gen2 is an ultra-thin 180 degree folding keyboard, perfect for anyone on the go. It has a a larger 4K touch display and is on Kickstarter, but only for a few more...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: OUTZAC Pico Air Pump
The OUTZAC pump is a ultralight 5kPa low-noise air pump designed for outdoor adventures. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Now Is a Very Bad Time to Try TikTok’s Viral “Airport Theory” Challenge
TikTok’s viral “Airport Theory” trend claims travelers only need to arrive 15 minutes before a flight—but crowded airports and TSA delays make that a risky gamble right now. For better…