Airlines

Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, flies to more than 125 countries around the world, more than any other airline. Turkish Airlines is a part of the Star Alliance, the largest of the three main global airline alliances. With…

Asiana Airlines is one of the major airlines in Korea, along with Korean Air. And while the details of their merger have been finalized and approved, the integration will be completed in 2024. Until then, Asiana Airlines is definitively flying…

Who doesn’t love airline elite status? Getting perks like free checked baggage, upgrades, and lounge access can be helpful, but sometimes the path to elite status is unclear. At Upgraded Points, we’ve covered ways to earn elite status with lots…

If you’ve ever used points and miles, chances are you’ve seen interesting variations in the “taxes and fees” you have to pay. After all, if you’re redeeming points, why should you have to pay extra? This makes sense in theory,…

At Upgraded Points, we are big fans of being world travelers — visiting the most exotic, far-and-away destinations, and doing so in first class while enjoying pure luxury and opulence. But sometimes, domestic travel is just as reinvigorating. It’s possible…

LATAM is Latin America’s largest airline company when you consider all of its subsidiaries. And although its history can be traced back to the early 20th century, the collective holding company was established in 2012 as a result of LAN’s…

As a service member you’re probably well-used to spending exorbitant amounts of money on flights. After all, will your parents ever forgive you if you don’t use your leave for a flight home during Christmas? While you can’t control holiday…

On every aircraft worldwide, there are seats located against a bulkhead — a wall dividing either crew areas, galleys, or other classes of service on the plane. These seats can be coveted for some flyers, providing extra legroom, and, in…

United updated its elite status program in 2019 to include the current PlusPoints system. Unlike its previous iteration, which included Global and Regional Upgrade Award certificates that you’d apply to your flight, PlusPoints offer a more flexible option for United…

Airline: American Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 777-200ER Flight #: AA904 Route: RIOgaleão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) > Miami International Airport (MIA) Date: March 15, 2021 Duration: 8hrs 45mins Cabin and Layout: American Flagship Business, 37-seat capacity across 10 rows…

There are several different ways to earn lots of Free Spirit points, from using particular credit cards to dining out with the Free Spirit Dining program, but did you know that you can earn bonus points just by going about…

With flights to over 115 destinations and most of that traffic originating on the West Coast, Alaska Airlines is growing to be a favorite of many U.S. travelers. Since its network is ever-expanding, its planes are comfortable, and its service…

Sometimes things happen that are outside of our control that can put a dent into our travel plans. The process of canceling a flight can be both expensive and complicated. If you happened to book your flight with American Airlines…

British Airways lounges provide a comfortable airport experience to travelers looking for a place to relax, enjoy some food, and freshen up before their flight. This rings even more true for travelers visiting the British Airways first class lounges. It…

British Airways, the flagship carrier of the U.K., operates an airport lounge network of over 60 lounges in 30 airports worldwide. British Airways lounges are primarily located throughout the U.K., EU, and the U.S., and offer an enhanced airport lounge…

During the busy travel season to Hawaii in December, American Airlines usually operates a 787-8 aircraft from Phoenix (PHX) to Maui (OGG). This flat-bed equipped aircraft is one of the most comfortable ways to get to Maui and is how…

When you’re traveling between the Hawaiian Islands, there are really only 2 major carriers you can fly — Southwest Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Only 1 of these airlines, Hawaiian, offers a premium class product, catering to the business traveler and…

Let’s be real: baggage fees are one of the biggest travel annoyances. We all know this scenario. You’ve already paid (or used points) for your ticket, packed your bags, and requested time off. You’re super excited to jet off to…

Having elite status with an airline can make flying so much more pleasant. This is especially true with United Airlines. As a United MileagePlus Premier member, you enjoy perks like preferred seating, upgrades, points bonuses, and more. But understanding how…

After spending several days in both Maui and Honolulu, it was time to begin the journey back to the mainland, this time on a red-eye flight that would take me from Honolulu to Dallas and then onward to Washington, D.C….

Cramped middle seats, being the last passenger to board, or running out of overhead bin space can be a thing of the past once you have elite status with an airline. For Delta flyers, Medallion Status is the goal. The…