Miles For Family
A Deal Worth Pursuing: Get 30X Lufthansa Miles on Booking.com
If I’m being honest, I usually skip deals that offer extra miles for booking hotels. In my experience, the rates are almost always higher than what you could get  on your own. Plus, you usually give up cash back. I’m just not that interested in getting an extra 800 miles...
No Work All Travel
The First Food Tour of Mexico City
As winter slowly encroaches upon much of the U.S., let’s warm up a little by taking a Mexico City food tour. We’ll start with two examples of comida callejera, or street food. Green chorizo, what?!  Nope, it’s not from using avocados. Hailing from the city of Toluca in the state...
TravelUpdate
American AAdvantage Gold Upgrade: E175 First Class Raleigh to New York
Background: I was heading back from Raleigh to New York on a quick weekend trip and booked the last nonstop flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to New York (JFK) for the night to maximize my day in the area. To my surprise, I cleared an American Airlines AAdvantage Gold Upgrade for...
Economy Class & Beyond
Etihad Airways and TAP Air Portugal activate a new codeshare
Codeshares are still a thing with Etihad as it activates a new codeshare with TAP Air Portugal. This partnership will provide Etihad’s customers with easy one-stop access to a variety of destinations across the TAP network. These include cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo in Brazil, as well...
Points Miles and Bling
Aeroplan and FlyDubai announce partnership to earn and redeem points
Aeroplan has announced its latest airline partnership with Flydubai, effective December 6, 2023. The Dubai (DXB) based airline is known… The post Aeroplan and FlyDubai announce partnership to earn and redeem points appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Miles For Family
My 6 Favorite Travel-Related Gifts
I always put travel-related items on my wish list, and over the years I’ve received many gifts that complement my love of travel. If you need inspiration on what to get your favorite travel-lover, here are some of my favorite items I’ve received. Note: None of these are affiliate links....
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest
On our recent Europe trip to hit up some Christmas markets, we spent two… The post Hotel Review: The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live from a Lounge
Qatar Airways Privilege Club rolls out Peak Pricing on award tickets
Qatar Airways has tweaked the way it prices reward tickets, making them 20% more expensive for one-third of the year. Here are the details. The post Qatar Airways Privilege Club rolls out Peak Pricing on award tickets appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
View from the Wing
Inside Etihad’s First Apartment: An Unforgettable Abu Dhabi to London Flight
All in all, if I hadn't flown this aircraft configuration a dozen times and hadn't flown it just a week before, I'd call it 'the flight of a lifetime.' It was honestly perfect, and I still believe that the Etihad First Apartment is the third best hard product in...
Live from a Lounge
Air India rejigs its orders for Airbus A350 and A320 family aircraft
Air India has made some big tweaks to its narrowbody and widebody orders with Airbus. Here are the details The post Air India rejigs its orders for Airbus A350 and A320 family aircraft appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Qantas A380 Premium Economy Class Los Angeles – Sydney
I enjoyed a surprisingly lovely 15-hour flight on Qantas aboard the Airbus A380 in premium economy class from Los Angeles to Sydney. It was not a flawless product, but was a very solid one. Qantas A380 Premium Economy Class Review I booked my seat for 65,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles....
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Entering Finland to visit… a supermarket?
Entering Finland to visit…. a Supermarket. Eh… what…? Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne...
TravelUpdate
Lots of Squirrels: Casso Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Background: On my first visit to the Raleigh-Durham area, I wanted to stay in Downtown Raleigh for a night to explore the city. My travel companion and I were immediately drawn to the modern design of the newly opened Casso Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. It originally opened as the...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: World’s First Louis Vuitton Airport Lounge
The world's first-ever Louis Vuitton Lounge by Yannick Alléno has opened in Doha; Hamad International Airport. It brings an exquisite fusion of luxury gastronomy and French savoir-faire. Who can access the Louis Vuitton Lounge? Currently, access is exclusively for Qatar Airways Privilege Club Gold and Platinum members. In addition, guests...
TravelUpdate
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa Earlier in late Fall this year, I traveled and stayed at the Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa after a work trip. This Marriott resort is actually located Henderson, Nevada.   It’s about a 15 minutes drive from the Las Vegas strip. ...
Miles For Family
December Transfer Bonuses
It’s a new month, and that means potentially more transfer bonuses from bank points/miles to airlines and hotels. Sometimes, these bonuses can help make expensive awards more reasonable (like my flight to Asia I booked last month with the help of a Chase 25% transfer bonus to Flying Blue). December...
The Shutterwhale
Refreshed DBS Altitude Card offers Higher Mileage Earn Rates and Travel Benefits
Earn up to 37,000 miles as a new customer with DBS Altitude Card - now with higher base earn rates and travel benefits to take advantage of. For a limited time only, earn extra miles with the DBS/POSB Power Up Your Travels and DBS 25 Million Miles Giveaway Promotions. T&Cs...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: App baggage tracking being tested from today
A source and Qantas have confirmed, that the new tracking app is being implemented from today. The app now allows customers on some routes to check the status of their bags at points in their journey. Wisely, Qantas is trialling the baggage tracking ability on routes between ten major domestic...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Finnair AY10 Chicago O’Hare to Helsinki Airport – Economy Class
Finnair AY10 Chicago O’Hare Terminal 5 to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Economy Class) Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra)...
Economy Class & Beyond
Accessiblity in the Air: British Airways partners with SigncodeUK to aid the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community when travelling
British Airways is working towards improving accessibility in the air, with the airline partnering with SigncodeUK to improve its accessibility offering for Deaf and hard-of-hearing customers, with new signed video content containing a variety of helpful travel information being made available to customers both pre-travel and whilst on board. The...
Economy Class & Beyond
Lufthansa Group to offer more “Green Fares”
Lufthansa Group is growing its offering of “Green Fares“, with the group offering beyond Europe – with 12 new routes on long haul markets. These are now on sale as part of the fare offering at Lufthansa Group airlines. They include: Zurich – Los Angeles (ZRH – LAX) Frankfurt –...
TravelUpdate
Review: American A319 Main Cabin Extra (LGA-RDU)
Background: I needed to get to Raleigh, and American Airlines had the best-priced flights. I was surprised to have found a $90 roundtrip in basic economy. Mixed with the fact that I have American Advantage Gold status, it was a no-brainer! Even with basic economy, with my Gold Status, I...
TravelUpdate
Breeze A220 Review: SFO to Richmond the Nicer Way
The Breeze A220 is a great way to cross the country. It beats the mainline competition in multiple ways, and stands above the other low cost carriers as well. It's hard to beat a brand new plane with comfortable seats, friendly flight attendants, and ample legroom.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 460: I dunno
No, really, I have no idea what to put here.
We Travel There
Groninger Museum, Martini Tower & Canal Rides in Groningen, Netherlands
I’m really excited to interview Kayla Ihrig of Writing from Nowhere about Groningen, Netherlands. Kayla’s tips for the best things to do in Groningen are awesome because she met her husband at Spanish School in Guatemala. Then, they moved to Groningen for five years to be with family. She loves...
TravelUpdate
Yay, I’m going to the Maldives, once again!
Yes, you read it right. I'm going to the Maldives once again, albeit at a brand new property this time around.
Miles For Family
Overnight Train Trip Review: Amtrak Texas Eagle Chicago to Dallas
In 2017, my kids and I traveled on the Amtrak California Zephyr train from San Francisco to Denver in a sleeper car (see my post here). Since then, my kids have repeatedly asked for another overnight train trip. We finally made that happen when we traveled on the Amtrak Texas...
Frequent Floaters
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos Packing for the Galapagos 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 Cabin Review –...
Travel Codex
Review: Air Tahiti Nui B787-9 Business Class, Papeete to LAX
Following a 24-hour strike delay, we finally prepared to head home from Tahiti. Though originally not booked until Friday, Air Tahiti found us 3 seats to head home Thursday instead. Air Tahiti Nui B787-9 Business Class definitely isn’t the most updated product around. But it’s perfectly acceptable given the prevalence...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: Air France 777-200ER Business Class – CDG-ATL
After spending some time in Luxembourg and Budapest to visit Christmas markets, we were… The post Flight Review: Air France 777-200ER Business Class – CDG-ATL appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live from a Lounge
Air India appoints HBA to redesign flagship lounges at Delhi and New York JFK
Air India has appointed a hospitality design firm, HBA, to take care of the refurbishment of the Air India lounges at Delhi and New York JFK. The post Air India appoints HBA to redesign flagship lounges at Delhi and New York JFK appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Sam Chui
Alaska Air Group to Acquire Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines has announced that it plans to acquire Hawaiian Airlines in a deal valued at $1.9 billion, paving the way for the formation of the fifth-largest U.S. carrier. This move would grant Alaska Airlines control of over 50% of the Hawaii flights market. Additionally, Hawaiian Airlines is expected to...