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Delta One Suites Airbus A350-900 Review [Shanghai to Los Angeles]
Airline: Delta Air Lines (DL) Aircraft: Airbus A350-900 Flight #: DL 88 Route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Date: October 7, 2019 Duration: 11hrs and 50min Cabin and Layout: Delta One Suites, 32-seat capacity across 9 rows, 1-2-1 configuration Seat: 8B…
American Airlines Flagship Lounge at New York JFK International [Review]
Update: This lounge has closed and been replaced by the Greenwich Lounge above gate 12. Eligible Flagship passengers have access to the nearby Chelsea Lounge and Soho Lounge above gate 14. American Airlines has a deep network of flights at…
The Best Ways To Fly to Australia With Points and Miles [Step-by-Step]
For Americans, Australia is undeniably a far-flung destination. The continent is at least 14 hours by nonstop flight from the contiguous U.S. But its remoteness is no doubt part of what compels many travelers to head there in the first…
What Are Codeshare Flights and Why Are They Important? [Guide]
In a world where interconnectedness is of utmost importance, travelers are often tasked with finding the most efficient routings to make the most of their time. Airlines rarely operate flights that do not include their home country at either the…
The 22 Best Lounges You Can Access with the Amex Platinum and Amex Business Platinum
Lounge access and quality make up a significant part of the travel equation. Whether it’s savoring delicious food or enjoying complimentary wellness treatments, the airline lounge experience contributes hugely to the quality of your travel. When flying in business or…
The 26 Best Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts You Can Book for Max Value
American Express has 2 complimentary programs for booking hotels: Fine Hotels + Resorts and the Hotel Collection. The distinctions between the 2 are plentiful, but generally, the nicest and most opulent hotels will fall within the Fine Hotels + Resorts….
The Ultimate Guide to SeatGuru – Finding the Best Seat on the Plane
In the world of premium travel, particularly business and first class products, it’s ever-so-important to get all the little things right. For international flights, most people simply book a ticket and that’s it until the day of departure. Well, road…
The Best Ways to Fly to Lebanon With Points and Miles
When contemplating flying to Lebanon, you’ve probably already done your homework. You intend on visiting one of the richest Arab cultures in the world, thanks to its cultural presence predating recorded history. You also probably want a taste of the…
20 Best Ways To Earn Lots of Air Canada Aeroplan Points [2023]
With nearly 200 destinations across 6 continents, Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada. Most recently, the airline carried nearly 51 million passengers in a single year. Air Canada is a founding member of Star Alliance, which includes Lufthansa,…
The Best Credit Cards for Each Bonus Category [Dining, Airfare, Hotels & More]
Trying to earn a respectable balance of points with credit card spending is highly scientific. Aside from getting one of the best credit card bonuses, optimizing your usage of credit cards is, unsurprisingly, the most reliable way to earn rewards…
The Definitive Guide to Scandinavian Airlines’ Direct Routes From the U.S. [Plane Types and Seat Options]
SAS, known colloquially as Scandinavian Airlines, is an airline holding company with its headquarters in Sweden’s capital city of Stockholm. Although the airline was formally founded in 1946, the earliest roots of the company can be traced back to 1918….
The Best Ways To Fly to Vietnam With Points and Miles [Step-by-Step]
Vietnam is the fastest-growing country for tourism, full stop. With an annual tourism growth rate exceeding 20% to 30%, one might wonder why exactly Vietnam is poised to become one of the world’s economic powers after being ravaged by war…
The Definitive Guide to Iberia’s Direct Routes From the U.S. [Plane Types and Seat Options]
Iberia is the flag carrier of Spain. Founded in 1927, Iberia is owned by International Airlines Group, which owns airlines like British Airways and Aer Lingus. Iberia joined the Oneworld alliance in 1999 and flies to nearly 120 destinations in 45…
The Star Alliance: Everything You Need to Know [Partners Listed]
Star Alliance “The Way the Earth Connects” Founded: May 14, 1997Headquarters: Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWebsite: staralliance.com By the Numbers Partners German rail operator Deutsche Bahn is also a Star Alliance intermodal partner. With this partnership, you can travel to…
Amex Business Platinum Card vs. Amex Business Gold Card [Detailed Comparison]
American Express has several top-notch Membership Rewards cards and is most famous for being a leader in the realm of points and rewards. Where American Express shines is its premium card offerings. With the fantastic perks you get from holding…
The 33 Best Ways To Redeem Radisson Rewards Americas Points for Max Value [2024]
Radisson Hotels Americas and Radisson Hotels are multi-national hospitality groups that can trace their roots back to 1962. Although the company has changed majority ownership several times (including to the company that owns Hainan Airlines at one point), Radisson as…
16 Best Ways To Earn Lots of Cathay Pacific Asia Miles [2024]
Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong’s largest airline, is a founding member of the Oneworld alliance and offers flights to destinations all around the globe. Its hub is located at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). In this post, we’ll show you all…
14 Best Ways To Earn Lots More ANA Mileage Club Miles [2024]
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is a Japanese carrier with hubs at Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo and Itami Airport (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka. Members of the ANA Mileage Club can earn…
16 Best Ways To Earn Lots of Etihad Airways Guest Miles [2024]
Since its first flight took off in November 2003, Etihad Airways has developed a reputation as a leading airline, and it has received the honor of offering the world’s best commercial airline first class: The Etihad Residence. Known for its…
When Do My Frequent Flyer Miles Expire and How Can I Extend Them?
You may have heard stories of travelers who’ve spent their entire working lives building up a large balance of frequent flyer miles in hopes of using the miles in retirement, only to lose them and have their travel dreams crushed….
12 Best Ways To Redeem Delta SkyMiles for Max Value [2024]
Delta SkyMiles are often discounted because of their seemingly low value on many redemptions, but there are actually a bunch of great reward options possible! Here is all the information you need about using SkyMiles with partner airlines, ways to…