View from the Wing
The $6 Million Justin Timberlake Snub At New Las Vegas Fontainbleau Resort [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 The $6 Million Justin Timberlake Snub At New Las Vegas Fontainbleau Resort [Roundup]...
One Mile at a Time
Qantas Airbus A220-300: What To Expect
In late 2021, Qantas placed an order for 20 Airbus A220s, and in mid-2023, the airline placed an incremental order for nine more of these jets. Qantas is now taking delivery of its first A220, so you can expect the plane to enter service with the oneworld carrier in the...
Frequent Floaters
Crew Jumping Ship, Skymiles Cruise Extended, ETIAS Updates, Packing for the Galapagos, and Year End Amex Cruise Offers
Man, am I happy I am NOT sailing out of Florida on a cruise this week — the weather looks just horrendous for this time of the year (I will be touching on this in the week ahead). Did you miss any posts on the blog this week? If you...
Eye of the Flyer
5X on “New Year’s Resolution” Merchants?
The no-annual-fee  announced its 5% cash back (5X Chase Ultimate Rewards®) bonus categories for January – March 2024. All information about the Chase Freedom Flex℠ has been collected independently by Eye of the Flyer. It is not available through our credit card affiliate. The details provided herein have not been...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Baggage Handlers Stole €2 Million Worth of Jewellery and Cash From the Luggage of Holidaymakers at Tenerife Airport
A criminal gang of bent baggage handlers working at one of Spain’s busiest airports stole nearly €2 million worth of designer jewellery, watches, mobile phones, electronics and cash from the luggage of unsuspecting holidaymakers who had entrusted their belongings in the care of the airline. Spain’s national police force, the...
Frequent Miler
The travel rewards we want most
The Frequent Miler team has enjoyed some incredible award travel, but this week on Frequent Miler on the Air Greg and Nick daydream about the award redemptions that we’d like to book someday. Our lists had some overlap, but also quite a few differences. Elsewhere on the blog this week,...
Live and Let’s Fly
Great Coffee In Manila, Philippines
I had a long layover in Manila and decided rather than just hang out at the airport I would go into town. That made for a rather pricey cup of coffee when you factor in the Uber trips, but it was well worthwhile…I found a great coffee shop that I...
One Mile at a Time
My LASIK Eye Surgery Experience: I CAN SEE!!!
Earlier this week, I wrote about how I’d be getting LASIK eye surgery this week. Many of you kindly chimed in with your thoughts, so I wanted to report back with my experience, 36 hours post-operation.
Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models – November 2023 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets since they launched 20 years ago! During depressing times, I have found that model collecting can really take away some of the stress! Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
20 Ways on How to Reduce Travel Stress
The holiday season is upon us once again; and traveling between late November and early January can especially be incredibly stressful due to myriad factors — including crowds, delays, inclement weather, remembering things, and higher prices as only five of many examples. At least some of these 20 ways on...
Eye of the Flyer
Cry Me a River: Is Justin Timberlake in the Middle of a Las Vegas Resort Feud?
Word on the street is that two Las Vegas resorts aren't exactly *NSYNC have beef with each other. And a social media post by Justin Timberlake might've poured gas on the fire. The post Cry Me a River: Is Justin Timberlake in the Middle of a Las Vegas Resort...
View from the Wing
American Airlines’ Future Plans for Widebody Fleet Revealed [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 American Airlines’ Future Plans for Widebody Fleet Revealed [Roundup]...
Your Mileage May Vary
New Airline Announces Flights to Orlando International Airport
Our main airport is Orlando International (MCO). So we tend monitor the latest updates on its new flights and cancellations. Recently, many smaller airports have been added to the list…
View from the Wing
Fly Business Class To France For Just 1,500 Frequent Flyer Miles (This Is Real)
Earlier today I wrote about getting transatlantic business class awards for an unheard of 13,500 miles each way. It turns out there's an even better deal out there. Business class for practically free: just 1,500 points to fly business class to France. Continue reading Fly Business Class To France For Just...
Miles To Memories
Hyatt & Marriott’s New Luxury Properties, Overlooking Choice, Chase’s Edit & The Most Lucrative Amex Offers Ever!?
Some incredible Amex Offers, not passing on Choice, Hyatt and Marriott's new luxury properties and how Chase is launching yet another new travel portal. The post Hyatt & Marriott’s New Luxury Properties, Overlooking Choice, Chase’s Edit & The Most Lucrative Amex Offers Ever!? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
The Most Loyal Alaska Airlines Customers Are Getting A Special Gift, Made From A Plane
Alaska is doing something special for their million milers: luggage tags made from the metal of former Alaska Airlines planes. They're gifting hand cut luggage tags made from the fuselage of their retired aircraft. Continue reading The Most Loyal Alaska Airlines Customers Are Getting A Special Gift, Made From A Plane...