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A Luxury Travel Blog

18 May 2025, 23:21

Your ultimate guide to Scandinavia and how to book it with Avios

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Part of the charm of travel is in discovering the unknown. In a world where most places have been... The post Your ultimate guide to Scandinavia and how to book it with Avios appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.

A Luxury Travel Blog

18 May 2025, 22:45

Responsible tourism in the tropical paradise of Raja Ampat

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Raja Ampat is often referred to as “the last paradise on Earth”, and after experiencing even a small taste... The post Responsible tourism in the tropical paradise of Raja Ampat appeared first on A Luxury Travel Blog.

View from the wing

18 May 2025, 21:04

Video Captures Southwest Passenger Punching Stranger After Aisle Chaos—Has To Be Restrained [Roundup]

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A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Video Captures Southwest Passenger Punching Stranger After Aisle Chaos—Has To Be Restrained [Roundup]...

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 20:08

The Best Airline Ad Campaigns: Here Are My Favorites

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I've written in the past about the best airline boarding music and the best airline safety videos. Continuing with the theme of enjoying airline-related things at home, today I want to share some of my favorite airline ads that were produced in the past 25 or so years.

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18 May 2025, 18:34

Naked Woman Banged On My Hotel Door At 4:30 a.m.—Then She Yanked The Fire Alarm

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The biggest frustration with the stay wasn't the property's fault at all. One morning there was banging on my hotel room door at 4:30 a.m. A naked woman was demanding into my room! I got up and went to the door and saw her through the peep hole. And I figured there were only 2 possibilities. Continue reading Naked Woman Banged On My Hotel Door At 4:30 a.m.—Then She Yanked The Fire Alarm...

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 17:54

Review: Ritz-Carlton New York NoMad (Modern, With Great Dining)

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We recently had to be in New York for a couple of nights, and decided to stay at the 250-room Ritz-Carlton New York NoMad. This property opened in 2022, so it's one of the newer luxury options in the city.

The Planet D

18 May 2025, 17:36

Best Hikes in Moab, Utah: 12 Trails That Actually Live Up to the Hype

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If you're heading to Moab, Utah, and not planning to hike, you're doing it wrong. This desert town is a mecca for outdoor adventure, home to some of the most ... Continue Reading Read the original post Best Hikes in Moab, Utah: 12 Trails That Actually Live Up to the Hype on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 16:07

Transfer Citi Points To Wyndham Rewards With 25% Bonus (But Don’t)

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The Citi ThankYou program has just launched a new transfer bonus. While I personally don't think this is worth it, it's still worth covering, in case it's useful to anyone.

Iceland with a view

18 May 2025, 16:01

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18 May 2025, 15:58

‘Lighting $79 Billion On Fire’: Airlines Are Wasting More Of Your Time Than Ever—And Now American’s Taking A Day A Year From You

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More and smaller airports are needed. Streamlined security, that doesn’t wait for nationwide universal rollout, is needed. We need runways and taxiways and air traffic capacity to increase throughput without stacking delays. Most of all, we need to avoid complacency that accepts the status quo as given. Continue reading ‘Lighting $79 Billion On Fire’: Airlines Are Wasting More Of Your Time Than Ever—And Now American’s Taking A Day A Year From You...

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18 May 2025, 14:34

“Does Your Vacation Support Deportation?” Billboard Taken Down After Airline Threat—Now It’s A Federal Case

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Aviation blogger and New Hampshire state legislator Seth Miller (‘sbm12’ in frequent flyer forums) is suing in U.S. District Court in Nevada to affirm his right to publicly criticize Avelo Airlines over this service. He raised $6,000 from 70 people to fund billboards criticizing Avelo, but the airline got them taken down. Continue reading “Does Your Vacation Support Deportation?” Billboard Taken Down After Airline Threat—Now It’s A Federal Case...

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 14:09

Avleo Airlines ICE Deportation Flight Billboards Lead To Legal Spat

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Avelo Airlines recently got into the deportation flight business, as a way of diversifying its business model. The airline is basing three Boeing 737s at Phoenix Mesa Airport (AZA), to carry out President Trump's deportation efforts.

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 14:09

Avelo Airlines ICE Deportation Flight Billboards Lead To Legal Spat

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18 May 2025, 14:04

Hilton Got The Last Liquor License—The Brewery Lost Out, And Locals Say The System’s Rigged

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Wyoming’s cronyist approach to alcohol licenses is hard to dislodge because it benefits prominent incumbents (who have the licenses, and the most political influence) and benefits state revenue (since they're the only wholesale supplier of spirits and wine). Continue reading Hilton Got The Last Liquor License—The Brewery Lost Out, And Locals Say The System’s Rigged...

Elliott Confidential

18 May 2025, 13:01

Your summer road trip's new obstacle: car-shaming!

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Why drivers are feeling guilty behind the wheel — and how to push back

Be My Travel Muse

18 May 2025, 13:00

Is Monos Luggage Worth Buying? I Tried it to Find Out!

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Is Monos luggage worth buying? I’ve had three Monos suitcases for three years now, putting them through the airport test many times. Like anything, there are some pros and cons, but overall, I’m pleased with my suitcases. Is Monos Luggage worth buying? Let’s dive in: TL;DR: If you’re looking for a suitcase that has a […]

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18 May 2025, 12:04

American Airlines Gave Up On New York—Now Here’s How They Can Win It Back

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Obviously they should optimize their schedules - stop burning peak-hour slots on thin-regional routes and upgauge high yield routes. They should continue to lean into the co-location of their oneworld partners in terminal 8. They should consider growing at Newark (long-term, this month wouldn't be the time to announce it). But I actually think there are several additional things that American Airlines can do to compete effectively in New York. Continue reading American Airlines Gave Up On New York—Now H...

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 10:51

Review: Delta First Class Airbus A321neo (LAX-FLL)

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For the final segment of the return portion of our winter trip to Tokyo & Niseko, I flew Delta's Airbus A321neo first class on the 4hr10min redeye flight Los Angeles (LAX) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). It had been a long journey from Japan, as it also included ANA's 737 Premium Class, ANA's A380 first class, and Hawaiian's 787 business class.

One Mile at a Time

18 May 2025, 09:42

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TheAmerican Express Green Card(review) is one of the most lucrative Amex cards for earning points. In this post, I want to focus on the rewards structure of the card. First, let's cover the very basics of this lucrative product.

Girl with the passport

18 May 2025, 06:30

17 Most Beautiful Cities in England Right Now!

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An epic guide to all of the most beautiful cities in England right now.

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17 May 2025, 22:28

United Switched Caterers At SFO—No Food, No Ice, No Warning. Even First Class Isn’t Spared.

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United Airlines is experiencing a catering meltdown in San Francisco. The airline is transitioning from Gate Gourmet to LSG Sky Chefs and the changeover began Thursday. There have been widespread problems including severely reduced food and beverage services, inadequate onboard provisions, and confusion among crew and passengers about what to expect. Continue reading United Switched Caterers At SFO—No Food, No Ice, No Warning. Even First Class Isn’t Spared....

Supercar Blondie

17 May 2025, 22:07

Japan’s eVTOL SkyDrive will be used to provide emergency medical transport in Taiwan

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SkyDrive is a firm that is at the forefront of eVTOL technology. The Japanese company has announced a partnership with 7A Drones in Taiwan. This partnership is being put together for a very good reason, however. In fact, it's to help provide emergency medical transport to remote areas. DISCOVER SBX CARS – Bid now on supercar […] The post Japan’s eVTOL SkyDrive will be used to provide emergency medical transport in Taiwan appeared first on Supercar Blondie.

One Mile at a Time

17 May 2025, 20:30

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I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’ll be spending time with family over the coming weeks. Now that I’m finishing up my Japan trip report series, I’ll be publishing a new trip report series this week, so I can hopefully get fully caught up, prior to hitting the road again. On

One Mile at a Time

17 May 2025, 19:00

American Could Face Firing Squad In Indonesia Over Weed Gummies

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Here's an important reminder of how laws differing across the world can potentially have very serious consequences (which you'd think would be obvious, but all too often it's not).

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17 May 2025, 18:34

American Airlines Cleared For Takeoff While United Still On The Runway—LaGuardia Controllers Admit the Mistake

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The tower controller mistakenly issued takeoff clearance to American Eagle flight AA4736. Communication was further complicated by a Spirit Airlines pilot inadvertently blocking transmissions. As American 4736 accelerated down the runway, tower controllers received an automated collision alert and attempted to retract the takeoff clearance. Continue reading American Airlines Cleared For Takeoff While United Still On The Runway—LaGuardia Controllers Admit the Mistake...

The Planet D

17 May 2025, 18:01

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Mexico is one of the most fascinating countries in the world, rich with culture, history, cuisine, and natural beauty. While many travelers flock to its sun-soaked beaches and luxurious all-inclusive ... Continue Reading Read the original post 24 Interesting Facts About Mexico on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

One Mile at a Time

17 May 2025, 17:36

Ouch: Marriott Bonvoy Downgrades Elite Suite Upgrade Benefit

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Marriott Bonvoy has made a subtle but significant change to its terms & conditions, as flagged by View from the Wing. I suspect this won't have many practical implications, but it's worth covering nonetheless, in terms of managing expectations.

JohnnyJet

17 May 2025, 17:16

Is Delta Air Lines Honoring Their Million Miler Flyers Better Than Their Competition?

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A frequent traveler’s post is going viral since Delta Air Lines appears to be above and beyond when recognizing their Million Mile flyers. @cbkaye posted on Threads: “Catching a 6... The post Is Delta Air Lines Honoring Their Million Miler Flyers Better Than Their Competition? appeared first on Johnny Jet.

One Mile at a Time

17 May 2025, 17:06

Book Amazing All-Inclusive Resort In Austrian Alps With Hilton Points

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Hilton Honors and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) have a partnership, whereby members can redeem points at hundreds of boutique properties. Hilton Honors has just added its latest batch of SLH hotels, and reader Jeremy in Kaiserslautern brought one to my attention, which I think is worth highlighting.

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17 May 2025, 15:58

Marriott Took Away The ‘Best Room’ Promise For Elites—And Hoped You Wouldn’t Notice

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Now Marriott Bonvoy even promises less to its members for what rooms they'll get as an upgrade, based on a change to the program's terms and conditions. Although honestly the rules change simply reflects what I'd understood to always be the case. Continue reading Marriott Took Away The ‘Best Room’ Promise For Elites—And Hoped You Wouldn’t Notice...

One Mile at a Time

17 May 2025, 15:52

LaGuardia Near Disaster: Plane Takes Off From Occupied Runway

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VASAviation has just covered a recent close call at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is just another example of the extent to which our air traffic control system needs reform.

View from the wing

17 May 2025, 14:04

American Airlines Passenger Slept Through Flight—And Woke Up To Find A Stranger Braided Her Hair

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One woman woke up on a flight and discovered her hair had been braided and she had no idea who did it: ‘I need you to come forth immediately.’ Continue reading American Airlines Passenger Slept Through Flight—And Woke Up To Find A Stranger Braided Her Hair...