Over the years we've seen a few religious airlines emerge. They've almost all failed. The reason they've failed seems obvious enough -- most religious people don't have needs so specific that it's worth tailoring an airline to them while alienating a…
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There's an exciting development for Alaska Airlines and American Airlines frequent flyers. This comes as Alaska prepares to join the oneworld alliance as of March 31, 2021. The connection between American and Alaska goes beyond that, though, as the two…
In an update that will likely surprise no one... A couple of weeks ago I wrote about MOM Air, which alleged to be an airline startup in Iceland that would put flights on sale within days. The airline called its inflight catering "mommy food," and claimed…
Online shopping portals can be a great way to pick up additional miles & points for purchases you’d make anyway. Just for following a specific link you can earn bonus points or cash back in addition to the rewards you’d earn for credit card spending.…
I'm very impressed -- American Airlines is continuing to lead the way when it comes to eliminating fees among US airlines (well, at least if you take Southwest out of the equation). While airlines have introduced change fee waivers temporarily due to…
At the beginning of October, Chase and IHG rolled out best-ever, limited-time offers on their two co-branded credit cards. These offers are better than anything we've seen on these cards before, so this is absolutely a reason to pick up one of these…
We've seen several airlines offer flights to nowhere before, but not like this. I have a lot of questions... EVA Air was among the first airlines to offer a flight to nowhere during the pandemic, as a way of letting people experience the joy of flying…
Aeroplan has just introduced its first promotion on the purchase of miles since the new program launched a bit over a week ago. For that matter, Aeroplan only got into the business of selling miles several months ago (in May), and has only run a few…
Not only have Israel and the United Arab Emirates recently started cooperating, but we've now learned about plans for the national airlines of both countries to cooperate as well. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad and Tel Aviv-based EL AL have signed a memorandum…
There are quite a few loyalty programs that frequently run promotions on purchased points, which can represent a great deal, especially for aspirational redemptions. Back in the day Starwood Preferred Guest would often have promotions on purchased points,…
Unsurprisingly, Americans shouldn't expect to be able to travel to Canada anytime soon, as the border closure is expected to once again be extended. The border between the US and Canada has been closed for non-essential travel since March 21. Up until…
The Platinum Card® from American Express (review) and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express (review) are among the most popular premium cards out there. I know the personal version of the card is especially popular at the moment, given the…
The concept of airplanes "drawing" something in the sky with their flight paths is nothing new -- we saw EL AL draw a 747 in the sky for its last 747 flight, Qantas draw a kangaroo in the sky for its last 747 flight, Virgin Atlantic draw a heart in the…
It's always exciting when there are new luxury points hotels in the pipeline. I've written before about how this property is expected to open soon. Well, this is a heads up that the hotel opening has just been pushed forward by about a month, for anyone…
Those with the legacy Hyatt Credit Card can expect that their card will automatically be converted to the World Of Hyatt Credit Card as of early 2021. The World Of Hyatt Credit Card was introduced in 2018, and it replaced the previous Hyatt Credit Card.…
Delta is very much countering the trend, and has announced that it will continue blocking seats through early spring of 2021. Delta Air Lines' seat blocking policy applies through March 30, 2021, and includes the following restrictions: Delta will block…
A Qatar Airways spokesperson tells me the following: "We have also not made any changes to award ticket policies as a result of fare family changes. Our valued Qatar Airways Privilege Club members booking a Business Class award flight will receive the…
Norwegian Air has just filed for bankruptcy protection in Ireland... is the end near? Norwegian Air was struggling long before the pandemic started, and of course coronavirus made things significantly worse. Recently it was announced that Norway won't…
In April Virgin Australia entered voluntary administration, given the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Bain Capital has now completed its takeover of Virgin Australia, and as a result the airline has also emerged from voluntary administration. The…
Frontier Airlines has just launched a status match promotion, and I kind of love that there's a fee to apply, since it's the most Frontier Airlines thing ever. Frontier Airlines is offering a limited time status match promotion: You need to apply by…
At least it wasn't Spirit Airlines for once? But in all honesty, I'm surprised there wasn't more of a punishment... Two British rappers I hadn't heard of -- Tion Wayne (Dennis Odunwo) and Headie One (Irving Adjei) -- got into a physical pre-flight altercation…
The Boeing 737 MAX was grounded in March 2019, following two fatal crashed. Boeing has spent the last 20 months making fixes to the plane so that it can once again be certified by international aviation authorities. Well, a major milestone has been reached…
Airlines sure are trying new things during these tough times, with Aer Lingus planning on operating four transatlantic routes out of Manchester in the summer of 2021. Aer Lingus’ transatlantic Manchester plans While Aer Lingus hasn’t officially…
Hilton's luxury footprint is continuing to grow, and there's now another great option for earning and redeeming points for a luxury hotel on the beach. Hilton has announced that Mango House Seychelles will be the latest hotel to join LXR Hotels & Resorts,…
