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Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Way It Is vs. The Way It Ought to Be
Welcome back to another edition of #FrequentFlyerFunnies! Today, we’re taking a humorous look at the contrast between the reality of frequent flyer benefits and the ideal world we all wish existed. Get ready for a laugh as we explore the airline industry’s creative take on “tough times.”
Weekly Wanderlust: A Curated Collection of Must-Read Posts – May 2nd
1. Union Threatens Termination Of American Airlines Flight Attendants Who Refuse To Pitch Credit Cards. Last week the American Airlines flight attendants union reminded cabin crew at the airline that they aren’t allowed to strike or take other actions that hurt the company, unless first permitted by the government to do so. They even have to make the optional credit card announcements. At a minimum, they’re warned, that if they write on social media that they aren’t going to pitch the credit card they may be fired.
Weekly Wanderlust: A Curated Collection of Must-Read Posts
1. Six-Hour Immigration Lines at Miami International Airport Highlight the Need for Change. I’ve said it before and I’ll continue to say it, Global Entry is amazing. Sure, the fee recently increased by $20 (the first time in 15 years), but saving hours of time is more than worth it. Yesterday, passengers arriving on international flights at Miami International Airport (MIA) were faced with lines that took around six hours to clear in the immigration hall. This is not an isolated incident and something needs to be done soon.
Breeze Airways offering $50 off round trip with promo code EZ50
Breeze Airways – a relatively new low cost carrier – is offering $50 off round trip tickets when using promo code EZ50. You’ll have to be quick though as reservations need to be made by August 17. The Deal. Save $50 on round trip tickets booked with...
Capital One Events Are Popular (Very Pop-u-lar)
The main reason I use a credit card that earns transferrable points is to eventually transfer those points to one of their partner programs. For example, I transferred Capital One points to KLM/Air France Flying Blue to book a flight to London from Orlando on Virgin Atlantic. I also transferred points from several programs to Singapore KrisFlyer to book our flights to Southeast Asia.
Bilt – Some New Features and a Game Show!
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