Alaska, American, and United Airlines all allow you to earn bonus points via online shopping portals. And, right now you can earn a nice bonus! So, let's take a look at the January 2019 airline shopping portal bonus. … [Read more...] about January 2019 Airline Shopping Portal Bonus
United Airlines
United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
United CEO Oscar Munoz was in Hawaii the other week to meet with airline employees and government officials. And, during his visit, Munoz committed United to invest $200 million in Hawaii airports. … [Read more...] about United to Invest $200 Million in Hawaii Airports
Airline Fee Changes and Hotel Promotions
Sorry, guys, I haven't been keeping up with the news. Marriott's shenanigans and continued problems have been keeping me busy. But, it's time to change that. So, here's the latest airline fee changes and hotel promotions you need to know about. … [Read more...] about Airline Fee Changes and Hotel Promotions
MileagePlus Exclusives 747 Farewell
The United Airlines 747 farewell flight to Hawaii sold out QUICK. But you still have a chance to score tickets with the MileagePlus Exclusives 747 Farewell. … [Read more...] about MileagePlus Exclusives 747 Farewell
United Says Mahalo to the 747 with Special Flight
As it prepares to transition its fleet, United says mahalo to the 747 with a special farewell flight. … [Read more...] about United Says Mahalo to the 747 with Special Flight
United Upgrades Hawaii Routes + American Backtracks
United upgrades Hawaii routes with more frequencies and better cabins. And American backs off Spirit-style economy seats. … [Read more...] about United Upgrades Hawaii Routes + American Backtracks
U.S. Airways Cancer Spreads
Team U.S. Airways ruined American Airlines. Now the U.S. Airways cancer spreads to yet another legacy. … [Read more...] about U.S. Airways Cancer Spreads
My Thoughts on United’s Basic Economy
News of United Airline's new Basic Economy fare have been circulating for little while now. For those of you not yet familiar with this fare, United's Basic Economy will be the lowest available fare. It will be similar to Spirit Airline's fare, and will not come with mileage earnings, elite benefits, advanced seat selections, or even a carry-on bag. And while this fare is … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on United’s Basic Economy
33,000 Miles in 2 Weeks: WTF Was I thinking?
Hello from an airplane! I think I am writing this post over the Atlantic Ocean, but who knows anymore. The past week and the next are all a blur… and it’s all by choice. I’ll do my best to explain the details of the two trips that have found me traveling more miles in a fortnight than I usually travel over a 90 day period. Lufthansa award space bookable at the end of … [Read more...] about 33,000 Miles in 2 Weeks: WTF Was I thinking?
One of my Favorite Uses of Miles: Speculative Award Bookings
When your house is listed for sale and you have already moved your possessions, you can expect a high level of uncertainty with every day that passes. What if the house sells before I’m scheduled to come back next? Who will mow the lawn? Who will take care of X and Y? I have found the whole process to be quite annoying. You can take the “out of sight, out of mind” approach … [Read more...] about One of my Favorite Uses of Miles: Speculative Award Bookings
