The Archive
A frequent flyer advice column
With United dropping flight segments and raising the bar for 1K, and other loyalty programs shifting toward spending-based requirements, how should I adjust my earning and spending strategy to protect my elite status and…
With Hilton offering a 120% bonus on points purchases and IHG running yet another 100% bonus flash sale, is this genuinely a good time to buy points, or is it just the usual marketing…
With missiles striking airports, passengers lunging at cabin doors, and ground collisions at major hubs, how can I stay informed about safety risks at airports and on flights, and what should I actually do…
With Hilton offering its biggest-ever points bonus, Marriott rewarding Home & Villa bookings, and Amazon giving discounts for using Amex or Citi points, how do I figure out which loyalty program deals actually deliver…
With airlines like British Airways ripping out economy seats, Southwest planning long-haul widebody flights, and Air France adding new U.S. routes while dropping others, how do these fleet and route changes actually affect my…
With all these new lounges opening and Delta now offering free wine checking, how can I best leverage these perks to improve my airport experience without spending extra money?
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?