Delta folds – again – in the face of misguided publicity
First it was the YouTube video of soldiers being charged the appropriate fees for checking their bags on a Delta flight that caused the airline...
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A great time to transfer AmEx Membership Rewards to British Airways
The next two months are going to be a fantastic time for folks holding American Express Membership Rewards points and looking for travel awards through the...
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Chatting with the crew at Upgrd.com
A couple weeks ago I recorded my first ever podcast. I’m rarely convinced that anyone wants to listen to me ramble about travel so I’m...
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Awesome deal for travel to Tokyo in June
If you’ve got the days to spare (4 night minimum) and can find flights that work, this is a deal not to be missed. The...
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United adds double EQMs promo; LOTS of fine print
United Airlines has finally stepped up in the ever escalating battle over the San Francisco/Los Angeles–Chicago market, adding a targeted double EQM promotion for locals...
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Qantas announces changes to frequent flyer programme
A bit of excitement coming out of Australia this morning as Qantas has announced several changes to their frequent flyer programme. Most of the changes...
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NY Times: Airfare rules shouldn’t matter
I have to say that I’m incredibly intrigued by NY Times blogger/columnist and statistics guru Nate Silver’s apparent sudden interest in air travel. His last...
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Miles & More matching KLM/Air France FlyingBlue status
Miles & More, the loyalty program of Lufthansa and most of their affiliated airlines, is now offering a status match to customers who hold status...
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JetBlue’s TrueBlue program: now 15-25% more True
A while back I ran an analysis of JetBlue‘s TrueBlue program focusing on the redemption value of their points. Unlike many programs, the TrueBlue points...
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JetBlue adds Marriott, Icelandair as partners
JetBlue announced today two new partnerships, furthering the growth of their route map and TrueBlue loyalty program. On the flying side Icelandair and JetBlue will...