One Mile at a Time
Buy IHG One Rewards Points With 80% Bonus (0.56 Cents Per Point)
Strategically buying points can be a good value, especially for luxury hotel stays. IHG One Rewards has just launched its latest sale on purchased points. Unfortunately it’s not quite in line with the best offers we see from the program, but it still has the potential to be a good...
Economy Class & Beyond
Condor takes delivery of its first Airbus A320neo
Condor of Germany is continuing its fleet renewal apace, with the first Airbus A320neo delivered to the airline by Airbus. The new aircraft is registered as D-ANCZ. It was delivered from Toulouse to Frankfurt-am-Main Airport, arriving at 16:08. And as you can see – it’s got red and white stripes...
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SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS: Flying direct, Perth/Johannesburg from 28 April 2024
South African Airways (SAA), a Star Alliance member, has had this Perth/Johannesburg route on its agenda for a while but has recently tweaked the timings in response to customer feedback. The route is scheduled to commence on Sunday, 28 April 2024, with the first flight from Johannesburg to Perth. It...
Frequent Miler
Hilton vs. Hyatt
For years, I’ve been a huge Hyatt fan. Their top tier elite status offers the best benefits of all major chains. Their points are super valuable towards Hyatt stays. They let you use points (at a very reasonable rate) to upgrade to club rooms or suites. And they’ve maintained award...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name? Not So Fast…
As part of a broader effort to improve the experience of passengers, the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners voted unanimously on Thursday, April 11, 2024 for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to change its name; and on the same day, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors endorsed the official modification of...
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Is Priceline The Worst Place On The Internet To Buy Airline Tickets?
I don't write very much about booking travel with Priceline. I don't like dealing with Expedia on changes and when things go wrong. But for simple bookings that most travelers might make, is Priceline actually worse?
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How Your United Miles Can Help Families in Critical Times: Will You Join Me?
Give A Mile is a unique charity that takes donations of miles and uses the miles to book flights for to book tickets so that those in need can be together with loved ones in their last moments of life, so that people don't die alone.
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Miles For Family
(Now Bookable via Hyatt) Why I’m Excited About Hyatt/Mr and Mrs Smith Partnership
Update on 4/24/2024: Well, the long-awaited day is here and it’s a bit of a downer. I’ll start with the bad news. Hyatt is using dynamic pricing for Mr and Mrs Smith properties (see map), and looks like you will only get 1-1.4 cents per point. So, no outsized redemptions...
Miles To Memories
Wynn’s Management Change, Vegas High Speed Train Breaks Ground, New Arena Name & Phish at the Sphere
Management shakeup at Wynn, another new golf option, Brightline high speed train breaks ground, most Instagrammed Vegas hotels and the Sphere's second act impresses.
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Video Surfaces: NYC Mayor Confronted In Tight Middle Seat On American Airlines Flight Back To New York
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was confronted by a woman boarding an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York on Monday. His Honor was seated in an exit row middle seat, and the woman approached him, first asking whether he was in fact the mayor - and...
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Enjoying the Priority Pass ‘The Lounge’ in Boston
I had about 4 hours in Boston so I popped in to The Lounge to spend my time. Interestingly enough the website for this lounge says “You can now book your lounge visit 6 hours before your flight time.” I will keep a look out to see if more lounges...
One Mile at a Time
Southwest Flight Attendants Get New Contract, Huge Pay Raises
Flight attendants at several US airlines are currently trying to negotiate new contracts. We’ve seen pilots at ratify new contracts with massive bonuses, and flight attendants are now trying to get in one the action as well.
Miles To Memories
Hyatt Offers Up to 20% Discount at 200+ Hotels in Asia Pacific
Hyatt has launched a new promotion for World of Hyatt members, offering up to 20% discount at many properties in the Asia Pacific region.
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Live and Let’s Fly
Armenian Remembrance Day In Los Angeles
It is a quiet day in Los Angeles today, as we remember the Armenian Genocide across the sprawling county. Yet it is an important day to reflect on the capacity for human depravity and how overcoming that starts by recognizing evil. Armenian Remembrance Day 2024 My son is off from...
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Failed United Miles Transfer Sparks DOT Showdown: Airline Says Tough Luck, IT Issues Are Customer’s Problem
Last month a Chase Ultimate Rewards member transferred their points to United, in order to book an award that showed as available at United.com, but wasn’t really available. United wouldn’t send his points back to Chase, and he complained to the Department of Transportation that this was an unfair and...
Frequent Miler
Sam’s Club giving 10%-20% off gift cards for Disney, Southwest & Instacart from May 3-5
Sam’s Club has released its next Instant Savings Book and there are some doorbusters going live on May 3 which give decent discounts on gift cards for Disney, Southwest and Instacart. The Deal Sam’s Club will be offering the following gift card deals: $100 Disney for $90 $500 Southwest for...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Halloween Celebrates Halfway to Halloween With A Chance to Stay in the Lizzie Borden House
Halloween is my favorite holiday. I’ve been fortunate enough to celebrate across the country…
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Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Offers More Insight On “Polaris Plus” Product
After asking MileagePlus members about their interest in an upgraded “Polaris Plus” seat, United Airlines has offered additional details about what such a product might look like onboard. United Airlines Offers More Details On “Polaris Plus” On April 17, 2024 United Airlines held a (delayed) earnings call, reporting a quarterly...
Miles To Memories
Citi and Chase Premium Cards Will Cover Higher Global Entry Fee
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a few weeks ago that the price of Global Entry will increase by 20%.
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Frequent Flyer Bonuses
April 24 Bonus Offer Highlight: Okura Nikko Hotels One Harmony – up to 2,000 bonus points at select hotels in Japan
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is Okura Nikko Hotels offering up to 2,000 bonus One Harmony points per night for stays in the Kansai region of Japan. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here:
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