Young Travelers of Hong Kong
FlyFi Not Working? How To Connect To JetBlue WiFi With Your iPhone
My "Willy Wonka" moment on my JetBlue flight this morning was connecting to FlyFi, which initially wasn't working for me. Here's how. The post FlyFi Not Working? How To Connect To JetBlue WiFi With Your iPhone appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Norse Atlantic’s Premium: More Or Less Premium Economy
I'm fresh off my first flight on Norse Atlantic's Premium class, the latest low-cost player in the transatlantic market. Here's what I thought. The post Norse Atlantic’s Premium: More Or Less Premium Economy appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Plaza Premium Lounge, Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
A review of the Plaza Premium Lounge at KLIA's Terminal 1, open to Priority Pass cardholders and located by gate G2. The post Review: Plaza Premium Lounge, Kuala Lumpur (KUL) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: KLM 787 Premium Comfort Class (AMS-KUL)
A review of KLM's premium economy (Premium Comfort) class, including the seat, amenities, catering, WiFi, and more. The post Review: KLM 787 Premium Comfort Class (AMS-KUL) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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QANTAS: 20% more for Project Sunrise direct flights to London and New York
The Qantas ‘Project Sunrise’ 20+ hour flights are still at least two years away. Scheduled for 2026, but beset with delays, it may be 2027 before you will pay a 20% premium to fly direct. Those debut direct flights will be from Sydney to London and New York. As Airbus...
TravelUpdate
Facilities at the Aria Hotel in Las Vegas
I posted earlier about how much I enjoyed my stay at the Aria hotel. There is so much to show at the hotel that that review was on the room and this review is on the facilities at the Aria Hotel in Las Vegas. https://aria.mgmresorts.com/en.html Arriving at the hotel: There...
Frequent Miler
How I pay for groceries now that Curve is dead
In the post What’s in Greg’s Wallet? 2024 Edition, I explained that I have three Custom Cash cards which I use exclusively for grocery purchases. Since these cards earn 5x on the category you spend the most, but only up to $500 per billing cycle, I can maximize earnings by...
Eye of the Flyer
Delta Will Reimburse “Reasonable” Expenses — Including Tickets on Other Airlines (#KeepClimbing?)
Delta Air Lines announced on Wednesday a slate of ways to help travelers affected by the infamous global IT outage that started last week. And tickets purchased on other airlines will be reimbursed (well, at least partially). “We know many customers have incurred unplanned travel expenses, including purchasing tickets on...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Biscuit Basin at Yellowstone National Park Closed Until Further Notice 2024 Due To Hydrothermal Explosion: Travel Alert
Biscuit Basin at Yellowstone National Park is closed until further notice 2024 due to a hydrothermal explosion which occurred near Sapphire Pool at approximately 10:19 in the morning Mountain Daylight Time yesterday, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 and caused damage. The unexpected incident occurred... The post Biscuit Basin at Yellowstone National Park Closed...
View from the Wing
United CEO Vacationed in Costa Rica During This Week’s Chaos, Preceding Delta CEO’s Paris Escape
Delta absolutely melted down, and while employees and customers were dealing with the aftermath their CEO took off for Paris. United’s CEO appears to have gone on vacation, too. Scott Kirby told employees and customers that he and his family were traveling through the worst of the cancellations this past Saturday. Continue...
Travel With Grant
Discover It Credit Card $100 Referral Offer, Earn up to $500 / Year (Referral Links Needed)
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your week is going well.  Discover recently sent out emails to cardholders of the Discover It Credit Card (referral link) announcing a new referral offer where you can earn $100 per referral, up to $500 per calendar year.  If you have this credit card, follow...
The Travel Sisters
Earn Up to 7,500 Bonus Miles: 4 Airlines Giving Extra Bonus Miles for Online Shopping
US airlines offering extra bonus miles on their airline shopping portals right now. The post Earn Up to 7,500 Bonus Miles: 4 Airlines Giving Extra Bonus Miles for Online Shopping appeared first on The Travel Sisters.
ATX Jetsetter
JetBlue Goes Big in New England, Adds Manchester, NH Service
JetBlue is refocusing on New England with a slew of new routes and upgraded service including the addition of Manchester, NH as a new destination. The post JetBlue Goes Big in New England, Adds Manchester, NH Service appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Secrets From People Who Work At 5-Star Hotels
When you think of 5-star hotels, like Park Hyatt, St. Regis, Mandarin Oriental, Four Seasons, etc., what comes to mind? Most people will say things like personalized service. No detail…
View from the Wing
Delta Changes Its Mind: Will Reimburse Tickets For Stranded Passengers, After It’s Too Late To Buy Them
Delta Air Lines is getting approbation for its about-face, finally now being willing reimburse customers who had to buy airline tickets on other carriers while they've cancelled well over 5,000 flights the past few days. Continue reading Delta Changes Its Mind: Will Reimburse Tickets For Stranded Passengers, After It’s Too Late...
Eye of the Flyer
POLL: Is 12,500 SkyMiles Enough Compensation for Delta’s Inconvenienced Travelers? (Vote Now!)
Delta Air Lines is giving 12,500 SkyMiles (or 10,000, depending on what you hear) to its passengers inconvenienced by the Great Meltdown of '24. Do you think this is adequate? The post POLL: Is 12,500 SkyMiles Enough Compensation for Delta’s Inconvenienced Travelers? (Vote Now!) appeared first on Eye of the Flyer.
Frequent Miler
Peacock TV increasing subscription price (affects Amex Platinum Digital Entertainment Credit)
Peacock TV announced the other day that it’ll be increasing subscription fees for existing users next month. While the increase isn’t a huge amount on a monthly basis, it might mean that you’ll now be coming out of pocket for the service if you’ve been using the Amex Platinum card’s...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Air Lines Offers Olive Branch To Stranded Passengers, But It Must Do More To Take Accountability For Meltdown
Let me add to the chorus calling on Delta Air Lines to accept more responsibility for its meltdown over the last five days. Paying for out-of-pocket expenses, including tickets on other carriers, is a good start, but not enough. Today’s letter from Delta CEO Ed Bastian is insulting and tone-deaf....
Miles To Memories
MGM Sale, Mr. Beast’s Vegas Drama, Casino Meltdowns, Uncashed Money & Fighting Over Roulette!
MGM's quirky Vegas sale, Mr. Beast comes to town, renaming Las Vegas county, the most overpriced hotel in Las Vegas and MGM's cyberattacker caught. The post MGM Sale, Mr. Beast’s Vegas Drama, Casino Meltdowns, Uncashed Money & Fighting Over Roulette! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Southwest Airlines Now Selling Elite Status, Hints At What Assigned Seats Might Look Like
Through August 22, Southwest Airlines is offering to sell elite status. They will sell you the qualifying points you need to earn elite benefits through December 31, 2025. Continue reading Southwest Airlines Now Selling Elite Status, Hints At What Assigned Seats Might Look Like...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Switchlens – Turn Any Smartphone into a Professional Camera (back by Friday)
The SwitchLens lens allows you to add a pro camera to your phone, turning any smartphone into a professional camera. You only have a little bit of time left to back ...
View from the Wing
New Rise Credit Card To Make Tuition Payments Rewarding (‘Bilt For Tuition’)
Rise has opened the waitlist for a new credit card designed to reward tuition payments – whether K-12 private school, university or graduate school. The idea is to reward payments that don’t usually make sense by credit card, since most schools tack on a fee to pay by card. Continue...
Frequent Miler
Vacations by Marriott Bonvoy promo: Earn 25k bonus points on 4+ night packages
Vacations by Marriott Bonvoy is running a generous promotion at the moment which is awarding 25,000 bonus points on packages including a stay of four nights or more. While it’s not worth a mattress run, it will be worth checking out package prices if you were planning on booking a...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue Expands NY and New England Route Network; Adds Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
JetBlue Airways announced today that it’s beginning to fly to/from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT).… The post JetBlue Expands NY and New England Route Network; Adds Manchester-Boston Regional Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Delta Improves Reimbursement For Stranded Travelers
Since last Friday, Delta has been in full meltdown mode, as the airline has canceled over 5,000 flights. Fortunately operations are starting to stabilize, and by Thursday, the airline anticipates not having many cancelations.
ATX Jetsetter
Alaska Airlines Opens New Lounge in San Francisco (SFO)
Alaska Airlines has opened its newest lounge, and its largest lounge in California at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The post Alaska Airlines Opens New Lounge in San Francisco (SFO) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Analysis of Delta Air Lines’ Struggles To Address Meltdown Problem
Delta Air Lines’ operations have been dreadful since the computer crashes caused by CrowdStrike. While the number of delayed and canceled flights would be a problem for any airline, it’s…
Miles To Memories
Earn Up to 2,500 Points for Paying Bills with US Bank Cards [Targeted]
US Bank is sending out emails with offers that can earn you 1,500 or 2,500 points for paying your bills with a US Bank credit card. The post Earn Up to 2,500 Points for Paying Bills with US Bank Cards [Targeted] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Young Travelers of Hong Kong
Review: TUI Airways 737 (LGW-REU)
A review of TUI Airways onboard a 737 from London to Reus. How does this British holidaymaker airline compare to other low-cost airlines? The post Review: TUI Airways 737 (LGW-REU) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: KLM Crown Lounge, Non-Schengen (AMS)
A review of KLM's non-Schengen Crown Lounge at AMS, open to business class passengers and premium economy passengers (for a fee). The post Review: KLM Crown Lounge, Non-Schengen (AMS) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: British Airways Airbus A350-1000 Economy Class (YYZ-LHR)
A review of British Airways' perfectly average Airbus A350-1000 in Economy Class from Toronto to London, including the seat, food, service, etc. The post Review: British Airways Airbus A350-1000 Economy Class (YYZ-LHR) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Cathay Pacific A350-900 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)… One Year On
I flew with Cathay Pacific in Premium Economy – one year after a not-so-great flight on this exact route. Have they improved? The post Review: Cathay Pacific A350-900 Premium Economy (LHR-HKG)… One Year On appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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BOOKED: Virgin Atlantic A330neo, Emirates Premium Economy, Greater Bay Airlines, And More!
Here are my summer travel plans at Young Travelers of Hong Kong, where I'll be reviewing a variety of premium and low-cost airline products! The post BOOKED: Virgin Atlantic A330neo, Emirates Premium Economy, Greater Bay Airlines, And More! appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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I Tried Cathay Pacific’s New Premium Economy Seat
I tried Cathay Pacific's upcoming new Premium Economy seat on the Boeing 777-300ER during a showcase – here are my thoughts. The post I Tried Cathay Pacific’s New Premium Economy Seat appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: KLM 737 Economy Comfort (ARN-AMS)
A review of KLM's Economy Comfort class on an intra-Europe flight. What's it like, and is it worth the upgrade? The post Review: KLM 737 Economy Comfort (ARN-AMS) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.
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Review: Blique by Nobis, a Marriott Design Hotel (Stockholm, Sweden)
A review of Blique by Nobis, a 249-room Marriott Design hotel, which used to be a Philips warehouse between the Hagastaden and Vasastaden districts. The post Review: Blique by Nobis, a Marriott Design Hotel (Stockholm, Sweden) appeared first on Young Travelers of Hong Kong.