The Archive
A frequent flyer advice column
With all these new routes and partnerships popping up, which ones are actually worth my time and miles?
With airlines like British Airways ripping out economy seats for premium cabins and American adding fast Wi-Fi and bigger lounges, are these changes actually improving the travel experience, or just making it harder to…
When should I choose cash-and-miles or flexible earning options, and how can I tell if the value is fair?
With all the recent news about airlines investing in premium cabins, new routes, and better onboard experiences, which carriers are actually worth paying attention to for a more comfortable trip?
With Chase and Bilt both cutting their Hyatt transfer ratios to 4:3, and Hyatt raising award costs, should I stop earning Chase Ultimate Rewards and focus on a different points strategy?
After the Flydubai cockpit incident and Thai Airways' operational meltdown, how can I assess an airline's safety record and operational reliability before booking?
With Bilt and Chase both cutting their transfer ratios to World of Hyatt from 1:1 to 4:3, how should I change my points-earning and redemption strategy?
With all these hotel and airline promotions launching for fall and winter, which ones actually boost my points balance meaningfully, and how do I prioritize them?
With all the recent announcements about new lie-flat seats, premium economy cabins, and lounge upgrades, which airlines should I prioritize for my next trip if I want the best premium cabin or airport experience?
With Bilt adding Amtrak and Chase changing Hyatt transfers, which new partnerships and promotions should I prioritize before devaluations hit, and how do new hotel tiers affect my elite status strategy?