United’s Asian Upgrade Escapade
Business and leisure travelers can save big on 14 Transpacific flights (thousands of routes) to Asia—up to 71% off. In the past five months, FCF…
The Transformation of Starwood Starpoints and How It’s Enhancing My Near-Term Upgrade Mindset
Hold on to your hat, shooter, the winning is only going to continue, and in some cases get better. In April 2016, Marriott purchased Starwood…
Newsflash: Africa Still Hot…
Getting to Johannesburg and Cape Town from the US for up to 54% off in Business Class on a route you’d never consider. Caveat: Requires a connection, but so do lots of routes via Europe.
The New Barclays Credit Card and What You Haven’t Heard from the MSM
Last month saw the launch of the new Barclays Arrival Premier World Elite Mastercard. The mainstream media were quick to bare their teeth, with the general criticism…
How to Get Free In-Class Upgrades to Hawaii on American
There’s only one thing you have to know: which routes use an aircraft with an international (i.e. much more comfortable) Business Class cabin. GETTING THE…
How (and Why) to Bust Out of American AAdvantage Bondage for Travel to Asia, Europe, and South America
Save 33% to 45% on Business and First Class—or save enough for a free domestic First Class round-trip ticket for every long-haul booked. Plus, 10…
How to Save Hundreds Through Amex on Already-Low Tactical Fares
Sometimes it’s the little things that count, and when it’s good fare news, we love to share it. Case in point: Amex’s International Airline Program…
Three Briefs: New Transcon Routes; Deals to the Maldives, and Latest on the Leg Stretch Strategy
Flat-bed Seats Coming to U.S.-Canada Routes Air Canada is the newest entrant in Transcon gentrification. On June 1 it will start offering flat-bed seats on non-stop,…