2PAXfly
QANTAS: AGM not going well for Qantas. Shareholders say f**koff to remuneration report
I’m in avgeek nirvana at the moment, flying back from New York to Sydney, sitting in a nicely configured business class on a Dreamliner 787, and watching live updates of the Qantas Board Meeting being held today in Melbourne via inflight wifi. If I were on land, I would watch...
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont
Time for another Snapshot focusing on the hotel experience at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont. In case you’ve forgotten how we do travel write-ups on Economy Class and Beyond, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the experience and the...
Live from a Lounge
IDFC First Credit Cards rolls out spend based offers for Diwali festivities (5% over and above usual rewards)
IDFC First Bank is offering a new promotion where you get a 5% Cashback or Reward Points over and above the rest of the rewards from IDFC First Bank on your credit card spending. Here are the details. The post IDFC First Credit Cards rolls out spend based offers for...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Airlines A319 Economy Class
A bulkhead seat makes a lot of difference in economy class on a United Airlines Airbus A319. In fact, the ample legroom made my flight from New York to Denver quite comfortable. United Airlines A319 Economy Class Review It has been a long time since I’ve reviewed an economy class...
Wild About Travel
Escape to Stunning Lake Como
As a seasoned traveller, I’ve been fortunate to explore many beautiful destinations worldwide, but Lake Como in Northern Italy has always held a special allure. My recent stay in Blevio, with visits to nearby Como and Bellagio, offered a delightful taste of the elegance and natural beauty that this region...
Live from a Lounge
AirAsia India ceases to exist; Air India Express takes over
AirAsia India is no more, AirAsia India is now Air India Express. (with credit to Air Force One, the Movie) The post AirAsia India ceases to exist; Air India Express takes over appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
The Shutterwhale
Marriott Bonvoy to Change Suite Night Award to Nightly Upgrade Award from Early 2024 – Redeem at More Brands
Marriott Bonvoy is changing Suite Night Awards to Nightly Upgrade Awards from 2024.
Miles For Family
Critique my Chicago Itinerary
I’m heading to Chicago with two of my kids this month (using miles and points), and we cannot wait! I haven’t been to Chicago in 28 years, and I’m sure a lot has changed. For those who live in the area or anyone who has visited recently, I’d love some...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 456: Seasonal Shift
Once again the IATA seasonal change brings about new routes and kills off others.
Miles For Family
Increased Offer on Emirates Skywards Rewards World Elite Mastercard
Barclays Emirates credit cards currently have elevated welcome bonuses. Neither of these cards are in our affiliate network, but I’d like to highlight one of the cards that has the lower annual fee of $99. This card is not even in my Top 10 list of cards I’d recommend to...
Live from a Lounge
American Express Centurion Lounge at Delhi Terminal 3 Reopens (under Encalm management)
The American Express Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 has been reopened. Here is a look inside and what to expect. The post American Express Centurion Lounge at Delhi Terminal 3 Reopens (under Encalm management) appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Live from a Lounge
US B1/B2 Visa Appointment Times drop across India
For a new US B1/B2 Visa, the US Embassy in India states that they have opened 250,000 fresh appointments this week. You might be able to secure one of those quickly. The post US B1/B2 Visa Appointment Times drop across India appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Miles To Memories
Abandoned Vegas Casino, Tourists Fight F1, A’s Shocking Timeline & Best Look Inside Fontainebleau!
A look at the Athletics stadium timeline, more F1 follies, inside an abandoned Vegas casino, New Orleans on the Strip & Golden Steer is expanding. The post Abandoned Vegas Casino, Tourists Fight F1, A’s Shocking Timeline & Best Look Inside Fontainebleau! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Pointshogger
Get 5 Free Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Rides
Effective today, November 1st, 2023, until the end of the year, December 31, 2023, Rogers Bank credit cardholders using mobile wallet can receive 5 free Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) rides. Each ride has a value of $3.30. It may not see like a lot of value, but these are still...
TravelUpdate
Warm cookies at the Doubletree in Anaheim
Yes they are still warm and tasty. The warm cookies at the Doubletree in Anaheim are lovely. It is a marvelous tradition and I am glad the quality of the cookies is still great. https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/laxbndt-doubletree-buena-park/ Doubletree entrance area: I spent a night at the Doubletree in Anaheim Buena Park which...
Miles For Family
Royal Caribbean Increases Automatic Gratuities AGAIN
Royal Caribbean just announced an increase in its automatic gratuities. Starting November 11, 2023, the automatic gratuities per person per day will be: Standard cabins: $18/person/day (up from $16) Juniors suites and above: $20.50/person/day (up from $18.50) The last time Royal Caribbean raised gratuities was September 2022. Guests who already...
Points With a Crew
4 Reasons To Not Stay At The Holiday Inn Express New Orleans French Quarter
I just got back from a stay at the Holiday Inn Express New Orleans Downtown / French Quarter Area and I won't be going back...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Austrian Airlines HON Circle Lounge Schengen (VIE – F Gates)
Lufthansa and SWISS’ First Class Lounges are lauded for there many luxe amenities, gourmet… The post Lounge Review: Austrian Airlines HON Circle Lounge Schengen (VIE – F Gates) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: The Chatwal New York (Hyatt Unbound Collection)
I enjoyed a lovely one night stay at The Chatwal, a historic New York City hotel that is now part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection. The Chatwal New York Review, Part Of Hyatt Unbound Collection The Chatwal used to be part of the Starwood and later Marriott family, but switched...
Pizza in Motion
Up to 150% Transfer Bonus And Free Points On Trivia-Today Only
I earn affiliate credit if you sign up for the Bilt Rewards Mastercard using links in this story. Bilt Rewards has another lucrative Rent Day promotion today.  For today only they are featuring transfer bonuses of up to 150% to Emirates Skywards.  You might not be familiar with Emirates Skywards...
Live from a Lounge
Qatar Airways Privilege Club offering 30% Conversion Bonus for select bank points (Citi PremierMiles participating)
Qatar Airways is offering a massive bonus on the conversion of your credit card points into Qatar Airways Avios points. Here are the details. The post Qatar Airways Privilege Club offering 30% Conversion Bonus for select bank points (Citi PremierMiles participating) appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Points Miles and Bling
My Exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Moments with Breaking Bad’s Finest
Marriott Bonvoy Moments and a 1-Point drop Marriott Bonvoy Moments provides Marriott Bonvoy members with an exclusive gateway to various… The post My Exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Moments with Breaking Bad’s Finest appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Miles For Family
Curious Data Point on Canceling Bank of America Credit Card Via Chat
Did you know that you can cancel your Bank of America credit card via chat? Well, you can… sometimes. The chat button doesn’t appear on BoA website all the time, and you can only see it on a desktop computer after you log in. But if you hate canceling your...
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American Express rolls out Zomato Gold Perks to their cardmembers
American Express has rolled out a new perk for card members holding a personal credit or charge card. As per the new promotion, they are entitled to join the Zomato Gold programme with American Express's compliments. The post American Express rolls out Zomato Gold Perks to their cardmembers appeared first...
Live from a Lounge
Analysis: Why Indian Banks are brutally cutting down airport lounge access?
At last count, six banks had made changes in 2023 to their lounge access offerings, and we are not done yet. More Banks are expected to change their lounge access offerings in the coming months. Here is the how and why of it. The post Analysis: Why Indian Banks are...
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: Crowne Plaza O’Hare (Rosemont)
Time for another Snapshot focusing on the hotel experience at the Crowne Plaza O’Hare. In case you’ve forgotten how we do travel write-ups on Economy Class and Beyond, I have two major travel writing styles: Trip Reports – These are full deep-dive reports taking you into the experience and the small things… as well...
{Tech} for Travel
Lenovo Tech World 2023: A.I. Revolution for Travellers
Austin, Texas, was the setting for Lenovo Tech World 2023, its 9th Global tech event, where the tech giant showcased its forward-thinking AI capabilities, aiming to revolutionize the way we live, work, and travel. The post Lenovo Tech World 2023: A.I. Revolution for Travellers appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Suites and Lobbies
Hawai’i Travel News November 2023 | New Hotels & Flight Updates
Some recent developer purchases on O’ahu with the intent to build hotels and one with some questions around it. The new hotels on O’ahu are coming along and a couple of renovations on Maui and getting close to wrapping up. Here is your Hawai’i travel news November 2023 and a...
Miles For Family
Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya: New Category 4 Option in Japan
There is a lot of interest in visiting Japan right now, and we’ve had several readers reach out to us to help them plan their visit to the land of the rising sun. See my series of posts on our recent family trip to Japan. That’s why I wanted to...
Live from a Lounge
Abu Dhabi Airport operations to transition to Terminal A effective November 1, 2023
Abu Dhabi's new Terminal will launch operations on November 1, 2023, and all the airlines will transition to this new airport in the coming two weeks. Here is what to expect when the airport goes live. The post Abu Dhabi Airport operations to transition to Terminal A effective November 1,...
Sam Chui
Business Class Deals: Australia to Asia from $1,567 Roundtrip
There are currently some good Business Class deals from Australia to many popular Asian destinations starting from $1,567 throughout the year including the peak season. Moreover, I have added a few amazing deals from select Asian cities to Sydney, Australia which can save cash from your wallet. Keep in mind...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Club New York LaGuardia (LGA)
The United Club in New York LaGuardia has friendly staff and a nice selection of food and drink. United Club New York LaGuardia Review (LGA) This review of the United Club in New York LaGuardia (LGA) highlights my recent visit to the lounge ahead of a flight to Denver. I...