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...
Miles For Family
Spooky travel-related nightmares
This is a re-post from last Halloween. In honor of Halloween, let’s talk about something fun: travel nightmares. And by this I don’t mean bad things that actually happened; I’m talking about bad dreams that are travel-themed. These two dreams are ones I remember from the past few weeks. Am...
Travel Codex
Review: United B787-10 Economy Plus, SFO to Papeete
Two more flight reviews before going back to fill in some trip reports. We took our first international family vacation this summer, with Tahiti the destination. The lynchpin was not one, not two, but THREE award tickets I scored in Air Tahiti Nui Business Class for the return. (A return...
Live from a Lounge
HDFC Bank Credit Cards revamps lounge access on Regalia and Millenia Credit Cards
HDFC Bank has cut down Lounge Access on some of their mass-issued credit cards and introduced new milestone-based guidelines for other cards in their portfolio. All these guidelines are effective December 1, 2023. The post HDFC Bank Credit Cards revamps lounge access on Regalia and Millenia Credit Cards appeared first...
Live from a Lounge
Air India announces launch of Mumbai – Melbourne non-stop flights in December 2023
Air India has announced that it will launch flights between Mumbai and Melbourne, using a Boeing 787-8 in December 2023. This will become the third Australian operation for Air India. The post Air India announces launch of Mumbai – Melbourne non-stop flights in December 2023 appeared first on Live from a...
Live from a Lounge
InterMiles shuts the tap on redemptions; renders programme useless
InterMiles, in a non-announced move, has shut the tap on all sorts of redemption options. Here are the details. The post InterMiles shuts the tap on redemptions; renders programme useless appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge New York LaGuardia (LGA)
I visited the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge ahead of my United Airlines flight from New York La Guardia and enjoyed a very short but sweet visit. This is a lounge worth stopping at, especially if you are hungry. Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge New York LaGuardia Review (LGA) While...
Will Run For Miles
Hilton Gdansk, Poland – Nice Hotel, but Inhospitable Treated by Front Desk Staff
Bullying behavior by front desk employees soured my feelings about this otherwise nice hotel. The post Hilton Gdansk, Poland – Nice Hotel, but Inhospitable Treated by Front Desk Staff appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 99 London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare (MAIN CABIN EXTRA)
It’s time for another Snapshot, this time focusing on the passenger experience aboard American Airlines 99 on their Boeing 787-9  between  London Heathrow and Chicago O’Hare in Main Cabin Extra (economy class with extra legroom) In case you’ve forgotten how we do travel write-ups on Economy Class and Beyond, we have two major...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Bran Chalet
We’re in Europe this week to celebrate Halloween. We flew on KLM from Chicago… The post Hotel Review: Bran Chalet appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles For Family
Why Now is a Great Time to Earn a Southwest Companion Pass
One of the best travel hacking tools available is the Southwest Airlines Companion Pass. This pass allows you to bring one companion with you on your Southwest Airlines flight for free! Well, almost free. You just have to pay taxes, which are usually $5.60 for one-way domestic flights. This pass...
Live from a Lounge
Hotel Review: Aurika Mumbai Skycity near Mumbai Airport Terminal 2
Aurika is the newest opening to add to the list of hotels coming up around the Mumbai Airport Terminal 2. I tried out the hotel for a short stay earlier this month, and here is how it worked out. The post Hotel Review: Aurika Mumbai Skycity near Mumbai Airport Terminal...
We Travel There
Greenwood Rising, Gathering Place & Philbrook Museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma
I’m really excited to interview Kevin Matthews II of Building Bread about Tulsa, Oklahoma. Kevin’s tips for the best things to do in Tulsa are awesome because he was born and raised in Tulsa and now educates first-time investors on how to enter the stock market with confidence. Please take...
Frequent Miler
Andaz Savannah: Bottom Line Review
The FM Team recently had our annual team meeting in one of my favorite southeastern cities: Savannah, Georgia. Hyatt has an enviable group of properties in downtown Savannah, including the massive, riverfront Hyatt Regency and a well-regarded pair of boutique properties: the Thompson and the Andaz. I had an extra...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Perth to Paris direct from 12 July 2024 Oh-la-la!
If you love a long flight on a Qantas 787, you have a new option. Qantas will fly direct from Perth to Paris, with a linking flight from Sydney. Expect to enjoy/be trapped (depending on what you think of Qantas service) in a 787 for 17 hours plus a 2.5-hour...
Miles To Memories
Downtown Vegas Selloff, NBA Inches Closer, Dream Hotel Returns & Caesars Big Gift to Employees!
The NBA is moving closer to Vegas, a stalled hotel project has hope, Caesars is doing right by employees for F1, a look at Las Vegas built in Minecraft and a selloff in Downtown Las Vegas. The post Downtown Vegas Selloff, NBA Inches Closer, Dream Hotel Returns & Caesars Big Gift...
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada approved my damaged and delayed baggage claim in 24 hours!
On a recent trip from Mumbai (BOM) to Ottawa (YOW), I encountered a typical traveller’s snag — missing and damaged… The post Air Canada approved my damaged and delayed baggage claim in 24 hours! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Suites and Lobbies
Kona International Airport Guide | Big Island Hawaii (KOA)
I have visited this airport dozens of times in my life and have watched many changes take place, join me as I take you through this one-of-a-kind airport on the Big Island of Hawai’i. In this comprehensive Kona International Airport guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Kona...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thompson Central Park New York (Hyatt)
The Thompson Central Park was a beautiful property, well appointed, and excellent value for money. In fact, it was nearly perfect.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today....
Sam Chui
CEO Talks: Turkish Airlines Large Aircraft Order Delayed and Leasing 34 Aircraft
Turkish Airlines’ large aircraft order has been further delayed and will be made in the upcoming months, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat confirmed to CEO talks. In the meantime, the Star Alliance member has agreed to lease 34 aircraft from AerCap, including three Boeing 787-9s, 25 737 MAX 8s and...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: KLM 787-10 World Business – ORD-AMS
We’re spending Halloween in Romania and Austria this year. To get here, we flew… The post Flight Review: KLM 787-10 World Business – ORD-AMS appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
From Miles to Smiles
AMEX BA vs American Express Gold: How do the cards compare now?
If you are want to earn tons of air miles game in the UK then you need to consider AMEX BA vs American Express Gold. However hot off the press, American Express have announced another blow to air miles collectors in the UK. Cardholders who reach their AMEX Gold card...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: The Time New York Hotel (Hyatt, Dream Hotel Group)
The Time New York Hotel is part of the Dream Hotel Group, a new acquisition by Hyatt. We tried the property so you don’t have to, you’ll thank us later.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
The Marmorosch Bucharest is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. It’s a new addition to… The post Hotel Review: The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
When can you get the same card (and welcome bonus) again?
Did you know that it is sometimes possible to get the same credit card that you have had before and get the new cardmember welcome bonus again? In some cases, you might be able to open a second of the same card that you currently have and get the bonus...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Club Denver Concourse A West (DEN)
Not only did I check out the new United Club in B East, but I also checked out the beautiful new United Club in A West while in Denver. The new lounge buttresses United’s growing presence in the A Concourse and provides a welcome respite without having to change terminals....
Miles To Memories
Citi’s New Transfer Partner, Amex “Upgrades” Hilton Cards, Delta Backtracks & Seats.Aero Sued
Delta makes big backtracks on their Skymiles changes as Southwest improves their program, new luxury hotel options for Chase, Seats.aero is getting sued and Amex updates popular Hilton cards with higher fees and new perks. The post Citi’s New Transfer Partner, Amex “Upgrades” Hilton Cards, Delta Backtracks & Seats.Aero Sued appeared...
Wild About Travel
Exploring the Heart of Malta
I had no idea that Malta was so a picturesque island with so many stunning landscapes and as rich a history it has. Valletta, the capital city, boasts more monuments per square mile than any other city globally, reflecting its history of conquests and control by the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks,...
Suites and Lobbies
What’s the Best Island to Visit in Hawaii in December 2023?
  Ah, the best island to visit in Hawaii in December – a question asked by many. With its warm weather, festive atmosphere, and unique experiences, visiting Hawaii in December is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Get ready to discover what awaits you during the most magical time of the year. The...