Easy Promo: Earn 1,000 Bonus Qatar Airways Avios On Your Next Hilton Stay
While not the highest value promotion in the world, here’s an easy opportunity to earn some extra rewards on your next Hilton stay… Stay at a Hilton, earn bonus Qatar Airways Avios Sometimes we …
What Is Slow Travel, and Can It Save You Money on Flights?
The way people travel is changing — and the data is impossible to ignore. Google Trends data for 2026 shows that interest in "slow travel" hit an all-time high this year. Searches for "slow travel Ita…
70 AvGeeks Fly To Seven United Airlines Hubs In One Day, And It Got Messy
Some very passionate aviation geeks had quite the day yesterday, and it probably didn’t go quite as smoothly as they (or the airline) had planned. UA 7 Hub Run: race to visit all United hubs in one…
Riyadh Air Launches: Six Routes Unveiled (London First), With Tickets Now On Sale
It’s an exciting time for ambitious airline startup Riyadh Air. The airline has just taken delivery of its first factory fresh Boeing 787-9s, which will be used to launch regularly scheduled commercia…
European Union Plans New Carry-On Bag Rules: How Will Ryanair Market Flights?!
The European Union is in the process of finalizing some new regulations that will impact airline passengers. In a separate post, I covered how we’re going to see positive reforms to Europe’s (already)…
European Union Updating Flight Delay Compensation Rules… For The Better!
The European Union has the most consumer friendly policies in the world when it comes to what passengers are entitled to in the event that their flight is significantly delayed or canceled. This polic…
Pathetic: British Airways Suspends Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout After Five Planes
In November 2025, International Airlines Group (IAG) announced plans to introduce free Starlink Wi-Fi across the brand’s airlines, including British Airways. At the time, British Airways proudly boast…
Will American Airlines Start Flying To Manila, Philippines? I’m Not Convinced…
In light of recent developments, I’ve seen many people theorize that American Airlines may launch flights to Manila, Philippines (MNL). Let’s talk about the reason the rumor exists, and analyze it a b…
American Airlines “Permanently” Cancels Doha Flights, After Four Years
While this service has been suspended for several months due to the Iran conflict, it now looks like this is no longer a suspension, but a cancellation. American won’t resume its Philadelphia to Do…
Starlux Airlines Wants To Join Oneworld Alliance, But Is Being Blocked
Taiwan’s Starlux Airlines is a fast growing airline that was founded just before the pandemic. The airline now has a fleet of A321neos, A330-900neos, and A350-900s, and is quickly expanding. In terms …
Weekly Review: June 06, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m supposed to head to Europe in the coming days with the whole family, but my gosh, award availability is looking grim. I’m sure I’ll find something,…
Cool Surprise: Philippine Airlines Joining Oneworld Alliance In 2027
Lately we’re not seeing a whole lot of action with the “big three” global alliances, when it comes to airlines being added, at least compared to a decade or two ago. So along those lines, there’s a pr…
New Orient Express Sailing Yachts Sets Sail: Ship, Pricing, Itineraries, Inclusions
In recent years, we’ve seen luxury hospitality companies increasingly getting into the cruising industry (though profitability has been a challenge). For example, Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection was amo…
Amex No Annual Fee Business Card That Earns Points: The Overlooked Benefit
The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express (learn more) is one of Amex’s most lucrative and overlooked business cards. The card has no annual fee (Rates & Fees), and earns 2x Membership…
Big Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex Card Welcome Offer: 150K Points, $125 Credit
The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card is the primary business card in Marriott’s card portfolio, and it’s quite lucrative, especially if you’re looking to earn elite status. We’re curre…