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...
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Airlines’ Awesome Million Miler Bag Tags
Over the years, we’ve seen airlines offer luggage tags to elite flyers as a reward for their loyalty. Alaska Airlines is now introducing luggage tags for its loyalest flyers, and they’re pretty special…
Pizza in Motion
DEAL: As Cheap As 13,500 Miles In Business Class One-Way To Europe!
This is a phenomenal steal if you can make it work!  Details: Departure Cities: Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), Ottawa (YOW), EASY Canadian cities to reposition to (Ottawa not super easy). Destinations: Zagreb, Croatia (ZAG), Athens, Greece (ATH), Krakow, Poland (KRK), Split, Croatia (SPU) Dates:... The post DEAL: As Cheap As 13,500...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Hilton points with a 100% bonus?
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new Hilton promotion fit that criteria?
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Planes Used to Have Black Nose Cones And Why They Don’t Anymore
Over the years, we’ve gone over a lot of reasons why certain things on planes are the way they are. These are some of them: Why some planes’ emergency exit…
Live and Let’s Fly
On Empathy And Compassion, Concerning Passengers Of Size
My Southwest Airlines post earlier this week concerning passengers of size triggered some interesting reactions so I want to take a moment to discuss the matter further, with a focus on what empathy and compassion actually look like. How Should We Characterize Passenger Of Size Policy On Southwest Airlines? I...
View from the Wing
Trend Alert: Another American Airlines Crew Creates Makeshift Barrier To Keep Away Passengers
In October, an American Airlines crew created a makeshift barrier out of seat belts to keep passengers away. Despite the broad attention that the crew of this flight generated, it has happened again on American Airlines. Continue reading Trend Alert: Another American Airlines Crew Creates Makeshift Barrier To Keep...
Miles To Memories
Marriott Promotion: Get Free Night After You Stay Twice [Targeted]
Marriott has launched a new promotion that will earn you a free night after just two stays. The post Marriott Promotion: Get Free Night After You Stay Twice [Targeted] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 5,000 Bonus Marriott Bonvoy Points Per Stay 2023 Holiday Season
You can earn 5,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points per stay 2023 holiday season in an upgraded premium room or suite at your choice of 1,438 participating hotel and resort properties worldwide for stays of a minimum of two consecutive nights through Monday, February 19, 2024... ...but you must... The post Earn 5,000...
Frequent Miler
Amazing: Business class to Europe from 13,500 miles one way!
We don’t often using words like “amazing” and exclamation points in titles. This is a run, don’t walk type of deal: Thrifty Traveler Premium and Award Wallet have reported incredible business class deals from Montreal, Toronto, and Ottawa to Europe. Prices start at just 13,500 miles and ~$250 one way. That is...
View from the Wing
HURRY: Business Class To Europe Just 13,500 Points Each Way
This is one of the cheapest award sales ever. Air France KLM's Flying Blue, which is a transfer partner of all of the major bank currencies, is offering transatlantic business class awards starting at 13,500 points each way. Continue reading HURRY: Business Class To Europe Just 13,500 Points Each Way...
Frequent Miler
Now transfer Bilt Rewards to Avianca LifeMiles
Today Bilt rewards announced the addition of another transfer partner: Avianca LifeMiles. I’ve frequently noted Avianca LifeMiles as being a one of my favorite couple of airline programs thanks to their many sweet spots. This is a nice addition for Bilt Rewards members and it’s great to see Bilt continue...
Your Mileage May Vary
How to Get Lounge Membership with Co-Brand Credit Cards
Waiting at crowded gate areas can be a frustrating experience. Depending on the airport, terminal, and airline, you may end up at the oldest part of the airport with limited…
Miles To Memories
Bilt Rewards Adds New Airline Transfer Partner
ith the addition on Avianca LifeMiles, Bilt now has a total of 16 transfer partners. That includes 13 airline programs and 3 hotels. The post Bilt Rewards Adds New Airline Transfer Partner appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Azul Orders More A330neos, Retires A350s
Brazilian airline Azul is standardizing its long haul fleet, in a rather unconventional way, as the airline is retiring planes that it took delivery of just over a year ago…
View from the Wing
[75,000 Miles] Capital One Venture X Offer
Capital One Venture X is the premium version of its signature Venture product And I'm sort of amazed at how much they're including at the price point. For travel rewards fans this is going to be a strong card to consider - and it hits high marks...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Air Lines Announces Next Sky Club® Location at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Delta Air Lines confirmed this week that it will open its next Sky Club®… The post Delta Air Lines Announces Next Sky Club® Location at Charlotte Douglas International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class San Francisco – Manila
I tend to avoid inaugural flights because you often get special service and special meals onboard, making the review somewhat unique, but much less valuable. Rather than fly United Airlines’ new San Francisco – Manila route on its first day of operation, I flew it on the second day in...