Japan isn’t eliminating tax-free shopping for tourists, but it’s changing the rules and procedures of how it works. Shopping in Japan as a tourist has always come with a nice…

One Key Platinum members enrolling in CLEAR+ for the first time can pay $129, leaving room in Amex’s $219 credit to offset most of a spouse’s membership. Expedia is also expanding delay lounge access, while cutting some everyday rewards.

You can earn double IHG One Rewards points when you book reservations of qualifying room stays, meetings, or events at participating hotel and resort properties worldwide on behalf of other people through Friday, July 30, 2027 for a total of six points per United States dollar if you are a member of the IHG Business Rewards program... ...but you must... The post Earn Double IHG One Rewards Points When You Book Reservations For Other People appeared first on The Gate.

Flamingo's next expansion nearing opening, the Vanderpump Vegas reality show, showgirls battle on the Strip & NYNY's terrible new carpet. The post Strip Showgirls Kerfuffle & Licensing, Flamingo’s Next Big Expansion & The Magic GOAT?! appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Southwest Airlines is bringing flight shopping directly into ChatGPT through a new partnership with… The post Southwest Airlines Launches ChatGPT Plugin to Help Travelers Find Flights appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 and an Air Canada Boeing 777-233LR have been… The post Delta Airbus A350 Collides With Air Canada Boeing 777 at LAX appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Last year, I wrote that American Airlines had become the newest low-cost carrier. I didn’t mean that American suddenly had the same business model as Spirit or Frontier. I meant…

Southwest’s burnout campaign turns red notification badges into Rapid Rewards points, because inner peace now comes while supplies last and subject to verification. The post Southwest Reminds Public: Your Notifications Are Now a Loyalty Currency appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is the return of Qatar Airways' transfer bonus where you can get up to 35% bonus Avios on conversions from other programs. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post Qatar Airways Privilege Club: Get up 35% bonus Avios on points conversions (October 6 Bonus Offer Highlight) appeared first on Frequent Flyer Bonuses.

Chase is making changes to the grandfathered IHG Select Card in 2027, doubling the annual fee from $49 to $99 while increasing the anniversary free night certificate from 40,000 to 50,000 points. The post Legacy Chase IHG Select Card Annual Fee Doubling to $99, Free Night Improving to 50K appeared first on Miles to Memories.

A new report says two United pilots spent an entire flight in the cockpit because they didn’t trust Ibrahim Mossallam. It also alleges the pilots’ union blocked his firing.

An American Airlines fare quote asks $313 more to escape basic economy without leaving coach. Plus, Disney’s former CEO blames Bob Iger for closing the Star Wars hotel, Airbnb’s inflated ratings, and how government travel can disguise airline subsidies.

Delta is changing its food and beverage service on select flights. Most passengers will no longer receive anything, although one group will continue getting full service. Another day, another airline…

American Express has added UPS as an eligible merchant for the Business Gold Card’s monthly $20 Flexible Business Credit, replacing FedEx as of October 2026. The post Amex Business Gold $240 Business Credit: UPS Replaces FedEx appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Construction starts this year on an atrium lounge larger than American’s planned DFW club. I reported the 40,000 square foot proposal in 2023—and Charlotte’s crowded concourses and inadequate clubs have only made it more necessary.

The grandfathered $49 IHG Select card is being carried from the loyalty temple, where the priests found a $99 fee in the anniversary scroll. The post Lamentations of the $49 IHG Card: the Relic Awaits Judgment appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

Aeroplan and Amazon have teamed up to launch a new promotion for Amazon Prime Day this October. Earn up to… The post Earn Up to 12X on Aeroplan eStore for Amazon Prime Day appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.

American Airlines announced today that Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will one day have… The post American Airlines Is Building Its Largest Admirals Club® in Charlotte appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Return to Incheon Airport and YP735 Air Premia Seoul Incheon to Tokyo Narita (WIDE PREMIUM) TRIP REPORT: Kevin Gets a Little Seoul and Tokyo Time for a new airline for me to try – Air Premia. How does it stack up on the short hop to Tokyo? But I also need to get back to […]

This is one reason I don’t particularly like making “hot takes” about credit card news. Sometimes you’re wrong. Other times you’re simply having a conversation based on what we know…

One of the most familiar parts of international travel for many is disappearing at… The post The United States is Getting Rid of Passport Stamps for Most Arriving Travelers appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

For this elite exclusive, you can earn up to a maximum of 12,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points per stay — which is actually 3,000 points per night with a minimum of two consecutive nights — at almost 183,000 participating Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy properties worldwide starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026 through Wednesday, March 31, 2027 in addition to the typical five points per dollar you would normally earn... ...but you must... The post Elite Exclusive: Earn Up to 12,000 Bonus Points Per Stay With Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy appeared first on The Gate.

Chase has published the full list of its Q4 2026 Pay Yourself Back categories for both Chase-branded and co-branded cards. The post Check Out Full List of Chase Pay Yourself Back Categories for 4th Quarter appeared first on Miles to Memories.

British Airways has finally unveiled what we can expect from its refurbished A380 aircraft which will all, eventually, be getting new cabins. First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy Class are all getting a much needed makeover, and while there's nothing particularly surprising about what BA has planned, the long overdue makeover will be welcomed by a lot of flyers. The post British Airways reveals new cabins for its A380s (and changes to its First Class soft product) appeared first on Traveling For Miles.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days has officially started, with deals available on travel and tech gear, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...

A Delta Air Lines passenger says he was asked to give up his seat so a couple could sit together, declined after seeing the replacement, and was eventually removed from the flight after recording the dispute. Delta says he failed to follow crew instructions. I understand that passengers cannot simply ignore flight attendants, but I […]

HDFC Bank has added an interesting new redemption option for holders of some of its premium credit cards, allowing them to redeem 10,000 HDFC Bank Reward Points for an ALL Accor+ Explorer membership. The proposition is interesting for Accor loyalists because the membership includes 30 ALL Accor status nights, which can be used toward elite status. However, there is an important catch: this version of ALL Accor+ Explorer doesn’t include the two Stay Plus complimentary nights available when purchasing the regular Explorer membership directly. 10,000 HDFC Bank points for Accor+ Explorer Under the new HDFC Bank offer, eligible cardholders can redeem 10,000 HDFC Reward Points for an ALL Accor+ Explorer membership. The membership provides the member with 30 status nights,… The post Limited Time Only: HDFC Bank’s Premium Credit Cards Offers ALL Accor+ Explorer Membership for 10,000 Reward Points appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

Delta is building a media network, so the cabin’s final unsold asset—your captive attention—can seek optimal yield before snacks in flight. The post Delta Debuts SkyAds™: Passengers Now Monetized Before Beverage Service appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

Graphics shared by JonNYC show a push for more than 20 installations a week across 17 maintenance stations. United is accelerating its mainline rollout while Delta’s Amazon agreement calls for an initial 500 aircraft with installation starting in 2028—at the earliest.

Looking for travel deals for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days? We have put together our list of our favorite travel products which are currently on sale. The post Best Amazon Prime Big Deal Travel & Luggage Deals – Day 1 appeared first on The Travel Sisters.

Looking for unique travel gift ideas for your husband, wife or significant other for Valentine's Day? Check out these romantic Valentine's Day gifts for travelers. The post Best Valentine’s Day Travel Themed Gifts appeared first on The Travel Sisters.

I scrolled to grab some of the best Prime Big Deals and put them all in one place. I dug through the muck so you didn't have to. The post Prime Big Deals Day 1: All The Best Deals Of This New “Prime Day” In One Place appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Capital One just launched new credit cards in Canada and wow! These cards certainly make an impact. Capital One just… The post Capital One Quicksilver: 6% Cash Back, No Annual Fee & No FX Fees appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.

An American Airlines passenger says she paid extra for a better seat, only to spend the flight pressed against a large seatmate who occupied part of her space. I’ve written about passengers of size many times, and my position is unchanged: if you take up more than one seat, you need to pay for it. […]

American Airlines is bringing back the ability to reserve food in coach before your flight, so the sandwich or cheese plate doesn’t run out before flight attendants reach your row. Reservations open October 13 for a test starting October 20 on Dallas–Fort Worth to Los Angeles flights and gradually roll out additional markets over the next several months. This has been on my wish list for years.

A great Audible subscription offer ends today that gives Amazon Prime members 3 months free & $20 in credit (99 cents for non Prime members). The post Final Hours To Grab $20 In Credit & 4 Months Of Audible For Under $4 appeared first on Miles to Memories.

There are some more announcements from British Airways, this time focusing on the lounges and on-site experience at Heathrow Airport. Recently, British Airways has been opening and refurbishing lounges across its network, including in Miami, Glasgow, Seattle and Washington. Work is underway in Boston and Newark, with Geneva and San Francisco due to be refreshed […]

After a hiatus of almost eight years, American Airlines will once again operate flights between New York JFK and Seattle from 2027, but anyone hoping to see one of the airline's more premium heavy aircraft on this route will be disappointed as the schedules show a standard A321neo operating both new daily flights. The post American Airlines will fly between New York JFK and Seattle again from next year appeared first on Traveling For Miles.

Syrian Airlines unveiled a new look at Damascus International Airport last night, with an elaborate reveal ceremony and ambitious plans to expand its fleet and route network. The green and gold design is a striking change another sign of Syria trying to rebuild its place in the world after years of civil war in the […]

A man knocked on the closed boarding door at Delta’s gate 12 at Bradley International Airport in Hartford. Flight 1330 to Minneapolis was scheduled for 7 a.m. and the clock shows it's 6:59. He made it before departure! Why can't he get on?

I'm often asked the question, "I have millions of points, what should I do next?" Here's what I usually advise people...

With 12 Airbus A380 aircraft in its fleet, British Airways has worked them hard since they became operational. As such, the airline has sent the first few off to be retrofitted with a new cabin and new seating, offering a brand-new passenger experience. In the past, British Airways configured aircraft oddly (compared to other airlines, […]

Google’s new data puts the cheapest Thanksgiving fares 34 days before departure and Christmas fares 56 days out. Those averages don’t tell you whether today’s fare will fall. Here’s how I’d decide when to buy—and collect a credit if it does.

For years, every single autumn, the same question came up from readers (and if I am honest, from inside my own head too): should I do a year end mileage run to keep my Delta status? And every year my answer was the same. YES, do it, book the run! I flew to Austin for […]

As of today, American Express is targeting select cardholders for a new offer which gives them the opportunity to earn 30,000 Membership Rewards points when booking through ANA in the next ~8 weeks. If you value Amex points at a similar price point to us, that represents a potentially excellent rebate. The post Earn 30,000 bonus Amex points with select ANA bookings [Targeted] appeared first on Traveling For Miles.

Another day, another new angle to this horrific story. The flydubai first officer accused of attacking his captain reportedly wanted to crash the aircraft into Ben Gurion Airport, and had begun planning before he even joined the airline. The more we learn, the harder it is to understand how he reached that cockpit…and the questions […]

All of October, new signups for a paid ALL+ Explorer get 3000 bonus ALL points The post ALL Accor+ Explorer offering 3000 ALL points for signups in October 2026. Sign up now to save appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

The Qantas Singapore First Lounge now opens an hour later, while the Business Lounge sticks with the schedule it settled into in August. Here is where things stand for October 2026.

British Airways will update their A380s to make them premium cabin powerhouses. Here are the details of what is coming up on the BA A380s in the coming weeks. The post British Airways to install the largest Business Class Cabin, on an A380; Unveils new cabins appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

I’m in flight to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and had the Netherlands on my… The post Marriott Is Adding Eight Hotels Across the Netherlands appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.