British Airways is extending the discount offer for fares paid with the Chase British Airways Visa Signature card. This discount can be combined with the AARP British Airways offer. Taken together, you could be able to pay just over the price of an economy class ticket for international business class.
Read MoreAmerican Airlines will launch Premium Economy on its international fleet starting in late 2016. This appears to be a shrewd move to optimize profitability, but what impacts will it have on frequent flyers? Also, is this only the first step for domestic carriers trying to keep up with the in-flight experiences of international competitors?
Read MoreBoth Starwood Preferred Guest and Hilton HHonors are offering more than 2,000 bonus points for stays during the month of December. This is potentially lucrative for holiday travelers!
Read MoreFor my recent trip to Miami, I had to decide between a two-night stay at one hotel or two one-night stays at two properties. The decision came down to whether immediate bonus points or SPG Gold Preferred status for 2016 was more valuable.
Read MoreI have been status-matched to Hilton HHonors Diamond Elite. The beauty of it is that I received the elite status that was matched by holding a rewards credit card! Two elite levels from one card - not bad for a non-road warrior!
Read MoreA beautiful afternoon in Miami recently afforded an opportunity to enjoy the airport's diversity of international and domestic carriers and aircraft types.
Read MoreI recently had a great experience in Fort Lauderdale, FL with my first rental from Silvercar. The quoted rate was a little high, but with various discounts, I got a great deal and the customer service was first rate!
Read MoreMarriott recently announced it would acquire Starwood hotels, creating the world's largest hotel company. While there is good reasons for this mergers, questions remain as to the impact on the Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest loyalty programs.
Read MoreI had planned to post several updates to the blog this week, but my boss changed those plans on Wednesday.
Read MoreDelta Air Lines is making Comfort+ a fare option. Customers will now select a Comfort+ fare rather than an economy fare with a seat uncharge. Delta touts the move's customer friendliness, but I suspect it is mostly about converting more customers to a premium cabin product.
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