TravelUpdate
Takeoff Points: First Class Chelsea Lounge JFK Visit December 2023
Background: Over the past weekend, I visited the First Class Chelsea Lounge at New York’s JFK Airport. Since I also visited about a month ago and wrote a comprehensive review, I decided to make a quick “Takeoff Points” posting with highlights from my most recent visit. You can check out...
One Mile at a Time
Redeem Miles For EVA Air Business Class: Here’s The Trick
At the moment, saver level award availability across the Pacific is more limited than ever before, with one exception. Specifically, EVA Air has good business class award availability, but only if you book through the carrier’s own Infinity MileageLands program.
View from the Wing
Southwest’s $140 Million Penalty: The Scary Truth No One Should Be Happy About
The Department of Transportation has settled with Southwest Airlines over its meltdown last Christmas, with the airline agreeing to a $140 million penalty (but not really). It took DOT a year to deal with this. Customers who were inconvenienced in the mess do not get anything from...
The Bulkhead Seat
DOT Slaps Southwest With the Largest Penalty Ever for Consumer Protection Violations
Southwest Airlines didn’t have much to be merry about during the holidays last year.… The post DOT Slaps Southwest With the Largest Penalty Ever for Consumer Protection Violations appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Will Be Forced to Give Passengers a $75 Travel Credit if Their Flight is Delayed Three or More Hours in Record DOT Penalty
Southwest Airlines will be forced to pay passengers a $75 travel credit if they arrive at their destination late by three or more hours as part of a record penalty by the Department of Transportation (DOT) against the carrier. DOT officials have slapped Southwest with the massive penalty following a...
The Bulkhead Seat
CLEAR Launches at Pittsburgh International Airport
I’ve written a lot about CLEAR and find that it’s a good membership to… The post CLEAR Launches at Pittsburgh International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Chase Freedom Unlimited doubling rewards for first year (3% cashback everywhere!)
Chase has come out with a new offer for the Chase Freedom Unlimited Card with 3% cashback on all purchases in the first year and NO annual fee. Is this a contender for the best new card offer out there?
Live and Let’s Fly
Complimentary Onboard Shower On Air India 787…In Economy Class
After being mismanaged for years, the next exciting chapter of Air India is unfolding. But in the meantime, some remnants of the “old” carrier remain. Air India passengers on one flight, operated by a relatively new Boeing 787-8 aircraft, were treated to an onboard shower in economy class and I...
One Mile at a Time
Introduction: The Long Way To Abu Dhabi
Welcome to my next trip report series, which will cover my recent wild review trip, where I flew 26,000+ miles in six days, with only two nights in a hotel.
One Mile at a Time
Citi Premier Card Review: Underrated 3x Points Card
Link: Apply now for the Citi Premier Card
View from the Wing
Miami D60’s Chaos: A Glimpse into Airline Passenger Woes [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Miami D60’s Chaos: A Glimpse into Airline Passenger Woes [Roundup]...
TravelUpdate
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With these limited time offers by Chase, you'll earn welcome bonuses worth 90,000 Ultimate Rewards points and pay $0 in annual fees.
Miles For Family
New Kids Club Policy on Disney Cruise Line Sparks an Online Uproar from Parents
A few days ago, Disney Cruise Line announced a policy change for the kids clubs (Oceaneer Club and Oceaneer Lab). Starting December 21, 2023, the new age range for the clubs are 3-10 (instead of 3-12). Since that announcement, parents have been voicing their complaints over social media. Why the...
Frequent Floaters
Getting to Quito, Ecuador in Delta First Class
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos What to Pack for a Galapagos Cruise Getting to Quito, Ecuador in Delta First Class JW Marriott Hotel Quito Review Exploring Quito, Ecuador on a Celebrity Cruise Excursion Quito to the Galapagos and Back by Avianca Charter Ship Review – Celebrity Flora...
Eye of the Flyer
Airline Passengers: Please Keep These Three Things in Mind When Traveling During the Holidays
More than 115 million people are expected to travel during this holiday period. So, if you’re one of the brave souls braving the airports, long lines, and potentially bad weather we have these three travel reminders for you. (Especially if you fly Delta Air Lines.) Keep an Eye on Weather...
Travel Codex
Introduction: Springtime in Vienna
At long last, I’m putting together my next trip report series. After flying to Kentucky for Derby Pie, it was a mere 6 months until my next trip. This time, I resumed my traditional post-tax season getaway with a quick trip to Vienna. On this trip, I’d mark two new...