Frequent Miler
Podcast: Hyatt’s partnership with AA: Deepened or Devalued? | Coffee Break Ep29 | 10-15-24
Recently news broke that Hyatt and American Airlines plan to change their partnership with each other. Was the partnership “deepened” like we suggested when we wrote this post, or was it “devalued” like our readers thought in the comments? (Or is it somehow both?) Watch the full episode below, or...
Points With a Crew
This Is Why You Should Always Check Your Hotel Bill
I don't always check my hotel bills, but this time I noticed an incorrect charge that could have cost me over $200. Find out how I ...
Live and Let’s Fly
Bizarre: United Airlines Flight Attendant Reaches Under Tray Table, Brushes Against My Crotch…
I had a very strange encounter with a flight attendant on a recent United Airlines flight from Paris to San Francisco. He was so impatient to conclude the meal service that he reached under the table and grabbed my napkin from my lap. In so doing, he brushed against my...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Pay for a 2% Cash Back Card with So Many No Annual Fee Options?
It’s advantageous to have a cashback credit card in your wallet. Unforeseen travel expenses can transform a supposedly “free” trip into one that puts a dent in your budget. It’s…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Air India Flight to Chicago Makes Emergency Diversion to Remote Canadian Airport in Latest Bomb Hoax Drama
An Air India flight from Delhi to Chicago was forced to divert to a remote airport in the Canadian territory of Nunavut on Tuesday after an online bomb threat was posted against the airliner. No matter how implausible the threat is, it is Air India’s policy to take every bomb...
View from the Wing
Lufthansa Fined $4 Million For Targeting Jewish Passengers—DOT Holds German Airline Accountable For Discrimination
The Department of Transportation and Lufthansa have entered a consent order addressing the airline’s discrimination based on religion, impacting 128 Jewish passengers on May 4, 2022 who were traveling from New York JFK to Budapest via Frankfurt and who were denied boarding on their connecting flight due to the misconduct...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hilton Launches Industry-First Partnership For Blind and Low Vision Guests
Hilton and Be My Eyes announced a new partnership today for guests who are… The post Hilton Launches Industry-First Partnership For Blind and Low Vision Guests appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
October 15 Bonus Offer Highlight: ALL Accor Live Limitless – 2x points for stays in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is an promotion to earn 2x ALL Rewards points for stays at participating Accor Hotels in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post October 15 Bonus Offer Highlight: ALL Accor Live Limitless – 2x points for stays...
One Mile at a Time
Lufthansa Fined $4 Million For Jewish Passenger Discrimination
Authorities in the United States are levying a substantial fine against Lufthansa for discriminating against Jewish passengers, and are directing Lufthansa to cease and desist from future similar violations.
Traveling For Miles
New Singapore Airlines Spontaneous escapes deals are live (30% off November 2024 award travel)
It's the middle of the month and that means that Singapore Airlines has published its latest set of KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes deals. As usual, the airline is offering KrisFlyer members 30% off award bookings on select routes (in its Economy, Premium Economy, and Business class cabins) and as usual, the...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Unveils Sleek Cabin Interiors Across Its Fleet
Delta Air Lines announced today that it is rolling out a refresh of the… The post Delta Unveils Sleek Cabin Interiors Across Its Fleet appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines Serving Panera Bread to First Class Passengers After Listeria Outbreak Shutters Detroit Catering Kitchen
Delta Air Lines has started to serve sandwiches from cafe chain Panera Bread to First Class passengers on some flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport after a Listeria outbreak closed down the local catering kitchen used by the carrier. The catering kitchen was shuttered over the weekend after Delta...
One Mile at a Time
Air India 777 Diverts To Iqaluit, Canada, Over Bomb Threat
Passengers traveling on a US-bound Air India flight today are in for quite the adventure, as the jet is currently on the ground in the northern portion of Canada…
View from the Wing
From Billion Dollar Union Scandal To Luxury Reinvention: Hilton’s Bold New Transformation Of The Diplomat
In the 60’s and 70’s the original Diplomat was frequented by Rat Pack types. The hotel closed in 1991 and was acquired by the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters in 1998, torn down, and rebuilt at a cost of ~ $800 million in construction costs and $40 million for...
Frequent Miler
Targeted Southwest promo: Earn 5,000 bonus points per round trip or two one-ways (limit 15,000 bonus points)
Southwest is running a generous targeted promotion at the moment that’s giving 5,000 bonus Rapid Rewards points for every round trip or two one-way flights you take by November 20. The Deal Earn 5,000 bonus Rapid Rewards points for every round trip or two one-way flights you take with Southwest....
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Shifts From Hot Meals Onboard To Panera Bread In Detroit After Listeria Outbreak
For several days, Delta Air Lines has suspended hot meals on over 200 flights out of Detroit (DTW), blaming a “food safety issue.” Aviation insider JonNYC is reporting that a listeria outbreak is to blame. Delta Air Lines Shifts To Panera Bread, Other Alternative Meals in DTW After Suspected Listera...