View from the Wing
Airline Chaos Next Week: Gate Gourmet Strike Means Cold Box Meals or No Meals
Major airline caterer Gate Gourmet is scheduled to face a worker strike starting July 30th. I told you we wouldn't see an American Airlines strike. We aren't. But unless there's a last-minute breakthrough in negotiations, this will happen. Continue reading Airline Chaos Next Week: Gate Gourmet Strike Means...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines is Now Subject of FAA Safety Audit Following Slew of Mishaps and Near Misses
Southwest Airlines is now the subject of a formal safety audit being conducted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a series of recent mishaps and near misses that have put the carrier under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. The Dallas-based airline isn’t, of course, the only US...
Eye of the Flyer
“Embarrassing” and “Pathetic” and “I’m Sorry”: Here’s What Some Delta Pilots Say About the Airline’s Meltdown
A few Delta Air Lines pilots are taking to social media and online message boards to express their feelings about the airline's current meltdown. The post “Embarrassing” and “Pathetic” and “I’m Sorry”: Here’s What Some Delta Pilots Say About the Airline’s Meltdown appeared first on Eye of the Flyer.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Receive 250 free Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles when you join Marriott Bonvoy
We have yet another new member acquisition offer from Marriott Bonvoy to let you know about! If you haven’t jumped on one of the other offers we’ve posted over the past few months there is now this one for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer members! Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer members who are not...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Marriott points with a 45% bonus? ENDS Wednesday
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new Marriott promotion fit that criteria?
One Mile at a Time
Good: Southwest Airlines Under FAA Safety Audit
The government is increasing oversight at Southwest Airlines, after a slew of concerning (and puzzling) safety incidents
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn Up to 2,000 Bonus SkyMiles by Shopping for Back to School 2024
Effective through Friday, August 9, 2024 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn up to 2,000 bonus Delta Air Lines SkyMiles — in addition to the standard SkyMiles earned — during the Back to School Bonus campaign at the SkyMiles Shopping portal by spending the following...
Miles To Memories
CLEAR Expands TSA PreCheck Enrollment Locations with DFW, PIT and More
CLEAR, which is now an authorized TSA PreCheck® enrollment provider, continues to add more locations to enroll and renew consumers in the Trusted Traveler program. The post CLEAR Expands TSA PreCheck Enrollment Locations with DFW, PIT and More appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways Plans New First Class: What We Know So Far
Qatar Airways is under new management as of the last year, as longtime CEO Akbar Al Baker resigned, and was replaced by Badr Mohammed Al Meer.
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways Plans New First Class: What We Know So Far
Qatar Airways is under new management as of the last year, as longtime CEO Akbar Al Baker resigned, and was replaced by Badr Mohammed Al Meer.
The Bulkhead Seat
Best Offer Ever: 5 Free Nights (Worth Up to 300,000 Points) With IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is offering its best offer ever. The… The post Best Offer Ever: 5 Free Nights (Worth Up to 300,000 Points) With IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Earn double points on Virgin Atlantic flights to UK (book by 7/25 for flights through 12/31)
Virgin Atlantic is currently running a promotion that’s awarding double points on flights to the UK through the end of the year, but you only have until July 25 to book your flight. The Deal Earn double points on flights to the UK with Virgin Atlantic. Direct link to offer....
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
July 23 Bonus Offer Highlight: Choice Privileges – receive up to a 30% discount when you buy points
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is the return of a buy points offer from Choice Privileges who this time are offering up to a 30% discount. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post July 23 Bonus Offer Highlight: Choice Privileges – receive up to a 30% discount...
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines Introduces Automated Tags for Mobility Devices
American Airlines has become the first U.S. carrier to introduce automated tags for mobility devices including wheelchairs. The post American Airlines Introduces Automated Tags for Mobility Devices appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Air Lines Temporarily Bans Minors From Flying Alone
Delta Air Lines has suspended its unaccompanied minor program and at least in some cases, temporarily barred minors under the age of 18 from traveling alone, a policy that has caught many familes by surprise and goes beyond simply suspending its unaccompanied minor program. Temporary Suspension Of Unaccompanied Minor Program...
Miles To Memories
Alaska Airlines Sale, Save Up to 30% on Travel to Hawaii, Mexico, Bahamas and More
Alaska Airlines has launched a new fare sale with discounted flights to Hawaii, Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and The Bahamas. The post Alaska Airlines Sale, Save Up to 30% on Travel to Hawaii, Mexico, Bahamas and More appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Your Mileage May Vary
Should You Get The Three Types Of Rental Car Insurance?
In a previous article, I went over the Collision/Loss Damage Waiver (CDW/LDW) rental car companies offer, ways you might already be covered, and other ways to purchase coverage. There are…
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Under Fire: FAA Orders Safety Audit After Series of Near-Misses
The FAA has launched a safety audit of Southwest Airlines. This comes after the airline came within feet of the water while still miles from Tampa less than a month after another of the airline's 737s descended to just over 500 feet while still 9 miles out from the Oklahoma...
Live from a Lounge
Turkish Airlines introduces new “Crystal” Business Class
Turkish Airlines has announced its new business class product, which it will launch on its Boeing 777 aircraft in the coming years. The post Turkish Airlines introduces new “Crystal” Business Class appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
One Mile at a Time
Air France (Paid) First Class Airport Suites In Paris Now Open
Air France is well known for its La Premiere first class, which is among the best first class products in the world. In particular, the carrier’s experience at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the best first class ground experience in the world.
The Bulkhead Seat
Is Avelo Airlines Launching New Routes From Lakeland Linder International Airport?
In June, I joined Avelo Airlines for its inaugural flight from Lakeland Linder International… The post Is Avelo Airlines Launching New Routes From Lakeland Linder International Airport? appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
BMO Business Platinum Rewards Card Offers 100,000 Points Bonus
BMO offers the Business Platinum Rewards credit card as an option for small businesses. This card now has an elevated welcome bonus of up to 100,000 points. The post BMO Business Platinum Rewards Card Offers 100,000 Points Bonus appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Qatar Airways To Reveal New First Class Suite Prototype To CEO On Thursday
In March CEO Badr Mohammed Al Meer said that the new first class seat was ‘70%-80% done.’ Now he reports that he’ll be shown a prototype of the new first class seat this Thursday. Continue reading Qatar Airways To Reveal New First Class Suite Prototype To CEO On Thursday...
One Mile at a Time
British Airways Boeing 777 Club Suites Retrofit Complete… Sort Of
Around five years ago, British Airways introduced its Club Suites business class. This represents a massive improvement for the carrier’s long haul business class product.
Frequent Miler
IRS planning on taking tax payments directly – hopefully great news
George at Travel Blogger Buzz had an interesting scoop today, sharing the news that the IRS is hoping to start taking tax payments by credit and debit cards directly, rather than people having to use third party payment processors. His source was The Kiplinger Tax Letter, a subscription service focused,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Farnborough Air Show 2024 Day 2 Daily Digest – The Rise of the Widebody
Day Two of the Farnborough Air Show has been and gone. Let’s see what headlines we have from the day, and who has been splashing the cash. As usual, we’ll be presenting this alphabetical order of the Civil Aircraft OEMs, followed by any other headlines that raise an eyebrow. Airbus Virgin...
Live from a Lounge
Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways places order for 20 additional Boeing 777X Jets
Qatar Airways adds more aircraft on order to the Boeing 777X fleet it already has on order. Here are the details. The post Farnborough Airshow: Qatar Airways places order for 20 additional Boeing 777X Jets appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Miles For Family
Best Miles and Points Credit Card Offers July 2024
One of the most common questions I get is: “What’s the best credit card to get for free miles and points travel?” While I do have some favorite cards I always recommend, my answer depends on the day because credit card offers are constantly changing. A hot offer this week...
Miles To Memories
New Class and Three More Ships for Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival today announced an order for three new ships for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand for a new class of vessel, at nearly 230,000 gross registered tons. The post New Class and Three More Ships for Carnival Cruise Line appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points With a Crew
Which IHG credit card is the best?
Chase and IHG have 3 different credit cards - the IHG Premier, IHG Traveler and IHG Premier Business. Let's take a look at the pros and cons and decide which IHG card is best
Live and Let’s Fly
Retired NFL Star Arrested For Tapping Arm Of Flight Attendant Is Suing United Airlines
Retired NFL star Terrell Davis was escorted off a United Airlines flight in handcuffs after a flight attendant accused him of “hitting” him. United has apologized, the flight attendant has been sidelined, but Davis is now suing for “irreparable harm” to his reputation. Retired NFL Star Terrell Davis Is Suing...
ATX Jetsetter
Qatar Airways Orders 20 More Boeing 777-9s
Qatar Airways, the launch customer for the 777X, announced orders for 20 more Boeing 777-9s at the Farnborough International Airshow. The post Qatar Airways Orders 20 More Boeing 777-9s appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.