Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Rebuilding a Legacy: Central Camera Company 
Rebuilding a Legacy: Central Camera Company Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne Plaza O’Hare...
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
6 Observations From My First easyJet Experience (Finally!)
Out of the 300,000+ miles I've flown, none were with easyJet until recently – here's my experience from a fresh pair of eyes. The post 6 Observations From My First easyJet Experience (Finally!) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
Live and Let’s Fly
A Delightful Day At Disneyland
For my son Augustine’s birthday, we spent a day at Disneyland, which was crowded but nevertheless a treat. Our 2023 Disneyland Visit We spent the night before at the Hyatt Regency Orange County down the street to avoid morning stress and arrived at the park at 9:00 am, just as...
Suites and Lobbies
15 Best Beachfront Hotels On Oahu (2024) | Waterfront Bliss
Let’s get one thing clear about my list, these are the best beachfront hotels on Oahu, not the best “across the street from the beach hotels” on O’ahu. I have seen several other articles that are clearly just “reaching” for clicks. Don’t be misled and end up across the street....
Suites and Lobbies
Ultimate Hawaii Packing List: Proven Essentials For An Unforgettable Trip
People overpack for their trip to Hawaii all the time. I see return visitors always telling first-timers to lay out what you want and then cut it in half. I also see stories of people who spent most of their trip in slippers (flip flops) and a bathing suit, wondering...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air France-KLM and Etihad announce a frequent flyer partnership
It seems the partnership between Etihad Airways and Air France-KLM Group is bearing fruit for its passengers, with a frequent flyer partnership announced. The move comes after Etihad and Air France-KLM signed a Memorandum of Understanding in September 2023. As part of this new partnership, members of Flying Blue, Air...
Economy Class & Beyond
Virgin Atlantic commences their 100% Sustainable Air Fuel Transatlantic flight
It seems Virgin Atlantic, along with its partners has taken to the air with its 100% Sustainable Air Fuel-fueled flight. The flight marks a world first on 100% Sustainable Air Fuel (SAF) by a commercial airline across the Atlantic, flown on a Boeing 787, using Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. To...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Hotel Le Place d’Armes
Luxembourg City has limited options for points earning/redemption hotels in the major programs most… The post Hotel Review: Hotel Le Place d’Armes appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa
As much as I love the Mar Monte in Santa Barbara, we’ve found a new Southern California weekend getaway at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, which checks off (almost) all the boxes for my family and is particularly generous to World of Hyatt Globalist members. Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Review We...
View from the Wing
Review: Park Hyatt Dubai
The Park Hyatt Dubai felt like a special property a decade ago. Now it's in desperate need of renovation. The staff is still very good. Breakfast is still very good, but so busy that service couldn't keep up. Continue reading Review: Park Hyatt Dubai...
Miles For Family
Just booked 2 Business Class seats to Asia on miles!
I’ve been inspired to start exploring countries in Asia, as some of you may remember from my previous post. Of course, I’d love to spend a few weeks exploring multiple destinations. But, due to my family’s schedule, I’m going to compromise with a shorter trip with just me and my...
Traveling For Miles
New deal: Earn 17,500 Amex Points with this ITA flights offer [Targeted]
American Express has launched a new targeted offer in conjunction with Italy's ITA Airways in which it's offering card members the opportunity to earn an impressive 17,500 Membership Rewards points on spending made by the end of the year (this is a reprise of an offer that ran earlier this...
2PAXfly
WiFi: What is available on Australian domestic flights
Connectivity is becoming more and more important while travelling. With many applications moving to the Cloud, it is increasingly difficult to perform computer-based tasks without access to the internet. Domestic airlines are responding to this need, providing WiFi access to the internet on domestic flights. However, some are not. In...
Your Mileage May Vary
Dealing with USB-C Connectors in Rental Cars
Whenever we travel, I always bring a bag of wires with me. Inside that bag, I carry various cables for my electronic devices. I have a USB to Lightning Cable…
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)
A review of Cathay Pacific's tired-but-trusty 777 premium economy from LHR to HKG, which flies some of the airline's highest-yield routes. The post Review: Cathay Pacific 777 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
Will Run For Miles
Video Walkthrough: Ocean View Suite at Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House
A nice suite with an oceanfront balcony at an upscale welcoming hotel makes me happy! The post Video Walkthrough: Ocean View Suite at Thompson Playa Del Carmen Beach House appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – The Canon EOS R50, A Quick Bench Test
The Canon EOS R50, A Quick Bench Test Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne...
Suites and Lobbies
10 Spectacular Waterfall Hikes on Oahu
I have done dozens of hikes on the islands of O’ahu, Maui, and Kaua’i, and enjoy doing my favorites over and over. Waterfall hikes on Oahu are not only popular with locals but they are also a unique experience many visitors seek out. Oahu is indeed a tropical paradise, known...
Running with Miles
Cyber Monday Deals: The Travel and Running Gear I Use That is On Sale
Here are the Cyber Monday deals on the gear that I use for travel and running! I have traveled over 100,000 miles and run 2,000 miles a year with this gear. The post Cyber Monday Deals: The Travel and Running Gear I Use That is On Sale appeared first on Running...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: American Airlines A321T First Class New York – Los Angeles
While I believe that American Airlines has great potential, my rather depressing flight from New York to Los Angeles onboard the Airbus A321T in three-cabin first class was a huge disappointment and exposed so much of what is wrong at AA. American Airlines A321T First Class Review I wrote about...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: The Lounge by Luxair (LUX)
We flew from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) on… The post Lounge Review: The Lounge by Luxair (LUX) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live from a Lounge
Axis Bank changes rewards earning for Axis Vistara Credit Cards with effect from January 2024
Axis Bank has announced changes to Vistara cobranded credit cards after changing their flagship cards in July 2023. Here are the details. The post Axis Bank changes rewards earning for Axis Vistara Credit Cards with effect from January 2024 appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Travel Codex
Review: Oriental Club Lounge Taipei, a Priority Pass Lounge
Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is a great airport for transit passengers. Not only is it an easy airport to navigate (there are only two terminals), all the signs are listed in English and there are plenty of lounges for passengers to use. In addition to the airline lounges, T2...
Live from a Lounge
Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 will soon let you retain your laptops and electronics in bags for scanning
Bengaluru Airport will become the first mover to implement a technology where passengers won't have to remove their laptops and liquids from their bags, alongside full-body scanners, effectively cutting down on security screening times. The post Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 will soon let you retain your laptops and electronics in...
Sam Chui
7 Fun Facts About Concorde
Many things set Concorde apart from other commercial jets. The post 7 Fun Facts About Concorde appeared first on SamChui.com.
View from the Wing
Review: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi
Despite the brevity of our visit, and not taking advantage of everything the hotel had to offer, I have to say that I loved my stay at the Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi. The hotel still feels new and modern, service was excellent, and Globalist treatment unbeatable - from a...
Live from a Lounge
Air France/KLM Flying Blue and Etihad Guest launch two-way frequent flyer partnership
Etihad Guest and Flying Blue have started offering reciprocal earn and burn benefits as a part of the enhanced cooperation between Air France KLM and Etihad. Here are the details. The post Air France/KLM Flying Blue and Etihad Guest launch two-way frequent flyer partnership appeared first on Live from a...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air France and SNCF Voyageurs add additional Train + Air services
Air France and SNCF have offered Train + Air service for nearly 30 years with the network spanning 33 services. Well, it seems that this is growing further, with the additional eight routes. These include: Aix-en-Provence, Arras, Laval and Lille Flandre: to Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly airports. Perpignan : to...
Miles For Family
My 4th free cruise offer due to status matching
Earlier this month, I wrote about how much value I’ve received from my original Hyatt Diamond status match back in 2015. Well, now I can add one more free cruise to that list of benefits. Free Princess Cruise from Matching MGM Gold Status For the past few years, I’ve been...
God Save The Points
Cascais: The “Can’t Miss” Lisbon Side Trip
There’s a lot of hype around Lisbon. Anyone who’s been will quickly regale you with tales of Pasteis De Nata and tram rides up the scenic... The post Cascais: The “Can’t Miss” Lisbon Side Trip appeared first on God Save The Points.
God Save The Points
“Pulling Out”, Why Does Virgin Send Its Worst Plane To Launch New Routes?
Why Does Virgin Keep Sending Its Worst Plane To Launch Routes? Lately, Virgin Atlantic has mastered pulling out. For a brand built on sex appeal, it’s... The post “Pulling Out”, Why Does Virgin Send Its Worst Plane To Launch New Routes? appeared first on God Save The Points.
Live from a Lounge
Air India set to add Premium Economy to domestic aircraft
Air India plans to go on with a Premium Economy cabin on their short-haul narrowbody aircraft as well now. Here is what we know so far. The post Air India set to add Premium Economy to domestic aircraft appeared first on Live from a Lounge.