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Frequent Flyer Funnies: When Elves Go Bad
Welcome back to our sky-high series, #FrequentFlyerFunnies, where we find the humor in the hustle of racking up those miles. This week, we’re navigating a hilarious marketing mishap involving Kellogg’s. Fasten your seatbelts for a laugh!. What the Comic Shows:. The comic features a humorous take on a...
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.”
Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Bi-Focal Loyalty Vision Test
Ever felt like your airline loyalty program was testing your vision, or perhaps your sanity? Welcome to this week’s edition of #FrequentFlyerFunnies, where we poke fun at the often convoluted world of airline rewards and upgrades. Grab your reading glasses and join us for a laugh!. Take a look...
Frequent Flyer Funnies: The Ultimate Reward – Home Sweet Home?
Ever wondered if the chase for travel rewards is worth the trek? This week’s #FrequentFlyerFunnies might just be the ticket to that answer—featuring the ironic twist of travel rewards!. What the Comic Shows:. The scene unfolds in a bustling airport, packed with travelers and buzzing with the commotion...
Points Game: Tortoise Strategy Triumphs [Weekly Top Posts]
1. Error in FAA Reauthorization Bill Could Let Airlines Put Travel Agents Out of Business. The FAA Reauthorization bill requires travel agents to provide refunds where they are the vendor of record charging the customer – even when they’ve paid the airline and the airline hasn’t given the money back to them (if they ever get the money back).
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.
Finnair Joins Avios, $500 Flights to Europe, IHG Launches Garner Brand
Welcome to The Morning Shave. We read a ton of travel articles each day for our research to share the best travel tips, tricks, and news with you. Here are the articles for Wednesday, August 16, 2023, that we think you should read. Don’t miss out on any new posts....
Countries Where it’s Illegal to Vape
Humans have a long history with tobacco, dating as far back as 2000 years ago. That’s when the plant (which had already been growing wild for 6000 years) began to be chewed and smoked during cultural or religious ceremonies and events. By the 1600s, tobacco use had spread across...
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...
Marriott Bonvoy Escapes – Save up to 20% at select Marriott Hotels Worldwide
This week’s Marriott Bonvoy Escapes are now available for booking for stays at select hotels Worldwide. With Marriott Bonvoy Escapes members can save up to 20% on last minute stays over the coming weeks that are booked by this Sunday. If you are unfamiliar with Marriott Escapes, they are...
American Airlines Flight Attendant Stole Snacks From A 3 Year Old
Little kids don’t go as long between meals as adults. My daughter usually snacks between breakfast and lunch, and again between lunch and dinner. Smaller stomachs mean more frequent meals. We always pack snacks for her when we travel. One woman flying American Airlines did a great job. She...
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.
Finnair to start using Avios in early 2024
18 months ago Qatar Airways announced that they’d be replacing the currency of their loyalty program, changing from Qmiles to Avios. Finnair has now announced that they’re doing the same thing as they’ll be moving from Finnair Plus award points to Avios. That makes Finnair the sixth...
Bilt – Some New Features and a Game Show!
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Woman Claims United Airlines Flight Attendant Shamed Her For Not Moving Seats For Jewish Man, But Man Claims She Is Lying
Sometimes stories are not what they first seem. A female passenger claims a United Airlines flight attendant threatened and shamed her when she refused to move seats for a Jewish passenger on a flight from Tel Aviv. But now the man has come forward and claimed the woman is a liar and there was no religious discrimination. A video of a galley conversation with a flight attendant has also emerged. There’s a fair bit to unpack here.
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