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Horrific: At least 19 confirmed dead as AA flight collides with US military chopper
The AA flight was en route from Wichita, Kansan to Washington's Ronal Reagan airport, where the incident occurred mid air late last night.
Amex removes card benefits, World of Hyatt is broken & more…
Amex kills card benefits, World of Hyatt is broken, how can we fix it? That and more as we look at some of the interesting stories this week.
My Experience Participating in JetBlue’s Match to Mosaic
Background: How to Earn JetBlue’s Mosaic Status by Status Matching If you’re a frequent flyer looking for a…
Amex card changes, Marriott devaluation & more…
Are more Amex card changes on the horizon? Is Marriott devaluing their points further? That and more as we recap some of the key stories...
What our miles and points are really worth…
What's the real value of our miles and points? This is a topic that is often discussed quite fervently in our community. Here's what I think.
A Quick Beer at the Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge Tokyo Narita (2019)
A few years back, I had a quick layover at Tokyo and decided to visit the Japan Airlines…
How Saving Miles for Emergencies had Saved My Behind
dInstead of focusing on using miles for aspirational awards, I’d like to take a moment to focus on…
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Experience in Dublin
Happy New Year to my fellow readers! I am looking forward to a fresh start in 2025. Last…
Travel Tip: Selecting Seats Strategically when Expecting a Gate Upgrade
Selecting seats strategically when expecting a gate upgrade is very important when your companion might not clear the upgrade. As a frequent flyer of Air Canada, I am allowed to upgrade up to two additional companions on the same reservation as me. I also get preferred seat selection for myself and all my companions when traveling on the same reservation. Although I am writing this in context of Air Canada, the same strategy will apply to any airline where you are expecting a gate upgrade.
Aisle Versus Window Seat: Why I’ve Changed Teams
Had you asked me a few years ago, I would have said that I am staunchly #TeamWindowSeat. It was the clear winner. But a few factors over the past several years have slowly transitioned me to an aisle seat man. Here is how the aisle versus window seat debate has broken down, at least in my thinking over my travels.
