Monkey Miles
Point.me launches “Explore” function – see what’s “available” months at a time around the world
Point.me is the most comprehensive award searching tool currently on the market when it comes to programs included, live award space, and instructions given to book. Tons of my followers and readers have signed up, and have extracted value from it. The biggest downside is speed…it can take quite a...
One Mile at a Time
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Award Sale
Singapore Airlines offers its KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can get significant savings on award tickets in select regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines.
One Mile at a Time
Which Routes Feature The New Emirates First Class?
I rank Emirates’ new first class as the world’s best first class product. Readers often have questions about whether a particular flight is scheduled to feature the new first class, so in this post I wanted to cover that in a bit more detail, and provide an update on which...
Off the Beaten Points
Review: Park Hyatt Milan
As part of a quick trip to Italy, I booked a return ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport back…
TravelUpdate
Luxury Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, California
Background and Location: For a short holiday getaway with my parents, we decided to stay at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort which has been on our radar for a while now since they had a full renovation in 2021. A major selling point of this property is that their standard...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 462: Cool connections and an unlikely airspace plan
Maybe it'll work, but there are some half-baked plans being bandied about. And we're not a fan of that unless they're our half-baked plans.
Miles For Family
One of my favorite award redemptions just got more expensive!
If you’ve been around the miles and points world for a while, you know that one thing is for certain: Award prices will keep going up. Just like regular inflation, the price of award travel is always going up. But even though I expect it, I was still bummed to...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: Japan Airlines A350-1000 Cabin Revealed
Japan Airlines took their first A350-1000 delivery today from Airbus at Toulouse. They have a total of 13 A350-1000 on order to replace the B777-300/ER fleet. I toured Japan Airlines' new flagship aircraft. Here are the pictures from 4 distinct cabin: Japan Airlines A350-1000 First Class Suite The new seating arrangement features...
Miles to Go
How To Find Great Award Space; Alaska & Hawaiian Surprise Merger
A big thanks to our new sponsor, Thrifty Traveler Premium!  Use the code GO10 to save $10 off your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.  They’ll help take the hassle out of finding great award flights by sending the best deals right to your inbox.  You can choose what airports...
View from the Wing
British Airways Is Its Own Worst Enemy: Flying Business Class, London – Austin
The last segment of our trip was a flight home from London Heathrow to Austin on British Airways in business class. They use an Airbus A350 on the route, with no first class but with the airline's Club Suites - essentially a bespoke version of the current American Airlines...
TravelUpdate
Las Vegas Review: Bellagio Fountain View Stay Well Room
Background & History: On a 2 Night Thanksgiving Trip to Vegas, I thought I’d give Bellagio a try again since now all of their rooms between the Bellagio Resort Tower and Spa Tower are renovated. Earlier this year in May, I stayed in the Spa Tower before it was renovated....
Miles For Family
How I’m Maximizing Quarterly Credits (New Benefit) on Amex Hilton Honors Surpass Cards
A month and a half ago, I wrote a post about getting approved for an offer on Amex Hilton Surpass card X 2 that didn’t contain a lifetime restriction language. I’m happy to say that I already got one sign-up bonus, but we are still waiting for my husband’s points...
TravelUpdate
Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport
I forgot that there is a Plaza Premium Lounge in DFW airport because I always use the Capital One Lounge in Terminal D when I fly. This week I got to try it. The lounge is in Terminal E near gate 31. https://www.plazapremiumlounge.com/en-uk/find/americas/united-states-of-america/dallas-fort-worth/dfw-international-airport/domestic-departures-terminal-e It is a small lounge, only about...
The Travel Sisters
Beautiful Travel Themed Ornaments for Your Christmas Tree
Want to incorporate travel into your holiday celebrations at home? A travel themed ornament for your Christmas tree is a cute way to keep your wanderlust spirit alive, remember past trips and look forward to future travels. Here are some beautiful travel Christmas ornaments that make great gifts for travel...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: The Langham Huntington (Pasadena, California)
In an era of minimalism and modernism in luxury hotels, a historic grand hotel dating back to the Gilded Age remains vibrant in a quiet neighborhood of Pasadena, California. My family truly enjoyed The Langham Huntington, a treasure in our backyard. The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles Review Who would...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: The Long Way To Germany On United, Thai, SAS, Lufthansa
My family recently took an autumn trip to Germany since it appears unlikely we will be able to get away for the holidays this year. I decided to use the opportunity to leave a couple days early and take a longer route to Germany, giving me the chance to try...