Happy New Year!
I’ve spent much of the past week in the Maldives, which has been extremely relaxing.
Now before I get yelled at for going to the Maldives again, let me explain that this isn’t a trip I’m taking for the sole purpose of reviewing, but rather one I’m taking because I actually want to spend quality time with Ford. So while I’ll be writing a trip report about the flights, I realize it won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, given that I was in the Maldives in April.
The good news is I’m reviewing several new business class products in January, which I think you guys will really enjoy.
Featured Stories
How I Scored An AMAZING Award By Making 7 Ticket Changes!
I’ve often said that the key to securing the perfect airline award ticket is to lock something in as early as you can and then keep checking back to see if you can improve on that.
Here’s an example of a case where I modified an award reservation seven times to create what I consider to be the perfect award.
Are Airlines Killing The Golden Goose?
I’d argue frequent flyer programs are one of the best ideas the airlines ever had. I think it would be any capitalist’s dream to be able to make hundreds of millions of dollars selling a “currency” where you control every aspect of the earnings and redemption rates.
But there’s one huge mistake I think the airlines are making.
Is It Wrong To Travel To Countries Where Being Gay Is Illegal?
Here’s something interesting I’ve noticed. I certainly respect if others feel differently about this topic, though I figured I’d write this post so that people can hopefully at least see my perspective.
As is well documented, I spend a fair amount of time in countries where being gay is frowned upon/illegal/punishable by law. Almost every time I write about traveling to one of these places, I get comments about it.
TIPS: Earning Miles & Promos
A New Year Of Credit Card Airline Fee Credits!
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Amazing Deal: Business Class To Asia For ~$1,350 Roundtrip!
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TRICKS: Redeeming Miles
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25% Off Select Air France/KLM Business Class Awards
Hilton Honors Category Changes 2016
Awesome: Etihad A380 First Class Awards To New York Available In Advance!
IHG Points + Cash Awards Improved
American First & Business Class Awards To Sydney!
How I Scored An AMAZING Award By Making 7 Ticket Changes!
TRAVEL With Ben (Lucky)
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16 Airlines I Want To Review In 2016
Are Fisheye Travel Pictures Useful Or Annoying?
Ford’s Thoughts On Booking Flights Last Minute
I’m Flying Air India First Class… For 30 Hours!
I’m Going To Changsha!
Is It Wrong To Travel To Countries Where Being Gay Is Illegal?
OMAAT’s 10 Most Read Flight Reviews Of 2015
Impressive Hotel Service Recovery
My New Toy: iPhone Wide Angle And Fisheye Lens
The Most Baffling Hotel Welcome Gift I’ve Ever Received
I’ll Take My Domestic Flight Without A Flat Bed, Please
REVIEWS & Trip Reports
Review: Qatar Airways Business Class 777 Bali To Doha
Review: Premier Lounge Bali Denpasar Airport
Review: St. Regis Bali Restaurants & Activities
Review: St. Regis Bali Lagoon Villa
NEWS & Updates
Is Uber Surge Pricing Unethical?
Flight Attendant Recruiting Or Beauty Pageant?
ANA Places Order For 3 Airbus A380s!
German Court Rules Against Etihad & Airberlin Codeshare
Delta Basic Economy Spreading To Transatlantic Flights
You’ll Never Guess American’s Most Profitable Hub
Azerbaijan Airlines’ Intriguing New York To Baku Flight
China Extends Transit Without Visa To 6 Days
What Did Atlanta Airport’s Hundred Millionth Passenger Get?
Are Airlines Killing The Golden Goose?
Hope everyone has a great weekend, and is enjoying the New Year so far!
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