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American Airlines Pilots Warned Not To Eat Their Dessert—Union Says It’s Laced With Alcohol
American Airlines pilots in Phoenix are being warned not to eat the tiramisu on their crew meal trays because it contains alcohol. Their union says it can't determine how much is in a serving or what …
Deal alert: Points and miles travel deals for November 2026
Save, maximize and earn points and miles on various travel purchases this November
VanillaGift.com: 100% Off Purchase Fees Visa Gift Cards (VGSHOP26)
New code VGBTS26, valid through 8/31/26. (Same on Mastercardgiftcard.com with code BTS26; and Amexgiftcard.com with code JULYGIFT26
[Avianca Added As Transfer Partner] Silo Markets: Ongoing Brokerage Bonus (0.5x – 1x Points Per $1, Transfer Partners Coming)
Silo Markets is a brokerage that is offering an ongoing bonus and benefits. It looks like funds are managed through IBKR. There are two tiers
American Airlines And JetBlue Were Forced To Break Up—Passengers Say They Were Overcharged And Want Their Money Back
American Airlines and JetBlue are fighting a class action over higher fares from their Northeast Alliance partnership, more than three years after the government won its antitrust case and forced them…
Best time to apply for United Chase cards based on offer history
Knowing when to apply for a card is important so you can get the most rewards possible for your spending. Here's a deep dive into Chase's United Airlines cards.
Deal Calendar (Full List Of Deals, Credit Card & Bank Bonuses + Their Expiry Dates)
It can be difficult to keep track of all the deals we post and I know a lot of readers get angry at themselves when they miss a deal. I have a calendar set up reminding me when deals are set to expire…
Atom Tickets: Free Ticket To See Paper Tiger With Promo Code ATOMTIGER
Atom Tickets is offering a free ticket to see Paper Tiger with promo code ATOMTIGER.
Capital One Offers: Dunkin/Wendy’s/Burger King, Spend $5 & Get $5 Back
Capital One offers is offering $5/500 points back when you spend $5+ at Dunkin/Wendy's/Burger King
Mercury (Fintech) $500 Business Checking Bonus
Mercury is a ‘banking stack for startups and small businesses’ and is offering a bonus of $500 when you deposit $5,000 within the first 90 days
United exits Mexico's new Tulum airport, adds 2 more routes from San Francisco
United Airlines will exit Tulum International Airport in January, the latest blow for the new terminal. But the carrier is adding two more San Francisco routes.
GameStop: Free Pokemon Trick Or Trade Pack (10/31/26)
GameStop stores are having a halloween event with all guests getting a free Pokemon trick or trade pack
(Now Live) PenFed Defender Card with 5x on Gas & 3x on Grocery & Dining
This fall, PenFed is launching a new Defender card with 5x on Gas/EV and 3x on grocery, dining, streaming and more. Points are only worth .85
Discover Airlines Adding 13 Airbus A350s, Starting With Four Ex-Lufthansa Jets
Discover Airlines will take over four former Lufthansa A350-900s in 2027 and 2028, followed by nine new ones from 2029, with first routes including Calgary and Orlando.
Atmos Ascent vs. Atmos Summit: The Summit is better—but not for everyone
The Atmos Ascent and Summit differ sharply on fees and perks. See which card makes more sense for the way you travel.
American Airlines Moves A Jet By Remote Control—The “Airport Roomba” That Reduces Gate Delays
This video shows an American Airlines plane being moved around Charlotte by some sort of oversized Roomba, while a ramp worker walks alongside holding a remote control. The machine underneath the nose…
Are airlines actually using your personal data to set 'personalized' prices?
The Federal Trade Commission is looking into whether airlines are using personalized pricing tactics. It's not the first time these concerns have bubbled up.
Postmates: $10 Off $25 With Promo Code BONEAPPETIT
Postmates is offering $15 off $45+ with promo code DODGERS
I Have 26 Credit Cards In A Drawer. These Are The 7 Rewards Cards I Actually Carry
I have about 26 credit cards in a drawer, but only seven are actually in my wallet. The key is separating cards you get for a bonus, cards you keep for perks, and cards that deserve real spending. Her…
Giant, Stop&Shop, Martin’s: Get 6x Points On Third Party Giftcards (10/30-11/19)
Update 10/31/24: Starting tomorrow, they are offering 4x, 5x, or 6x points on all third party gift card purchases. Some chains are 4x, some 5x, some 6x. Valid November 1 through November 21, 2024. (ht…
New I-Bonds Rate: 5.51% APY (Variable 4.11% + Fixed 1.40%)
We’ve been reporting on the twice-per-year I Bond rate releases. Via Tipswatch, the new rate for November 2026 through April 2027 will be 5.51%. That’s slightly higher than the May 2026 – …
How to earn and use an IHG annual lounge membership
Learn how to earn an IHG annual lounge membership through Milestone Rewards, which hotels offer lounge access and whether the benefit is worth choosing.
[Targeted] Chase INK Cash/Unlimited $1,200 Bonus; INK Preferred 125,000 Points Bonus
Targeted offers from Chase ('Just for you'): INK Cash and Unlimited business cards $1,2000 signup bonus. INK Preferred card 125,000 signup bonus
Best-Ever Citi AAdvantage Executive Card 125K Bonus Miles Offer Ends Soon
The Citi AAdvantage Executive Card is offering a limited-time bonus of 125,000 AAdvantage miles after spending $15,000 in five months.
Lowest Ever: Apple AirTags 2nd Gen 4-Pack For $69.99 (Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy)
Amazon is selling Apple Airtag (2nd gen) 4-pack for $69.99 and 1-pack for $23. Same price on Walmart and Best Buy. This is the lowest ever
(YMMV) Uber App: Get 10-15% Discount On Uber Giftcards
Uber is offering a discount of 10% or 15% off Uber gift card purchases. Valid through 10/31/26. Note: Costco sells Uber giftcards at 20% discount
SoFi Launches SoFi Earn – 4.4% APY With ‘FDIC Protection’
SoFi has launched SoFi Earn offering 4.4% APY and is FDIC insured. The set up seems to be as follows:
Am I eligible for the Chase Sapphire Preferred's 75,000-point bonus?
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is a popular travel rewards card with a valuable welcome offer. But you'll want to make sure you're eligible before applying.
Flight Attendant Asks Frontier Airlines Passenger To Tip For Coffee
A Frontier Airlines passenger reports being asked to select a tip when buying a coffee on board. They've have been asking for tips for a decade. At first tips were pooled. Now it's 'eat what you kil…
Hilton Honors Amex Cards: Limited Time Welcome Offers With Points + Free Night Award
American Express and Hilton have boosted welcome offers on all four co-branded cards, with three now bundling points with a valuable free night award.
12 best things to do in Icy Strait Point and Hoonah, Alaska, on a cruise
Whether your cruise ship stops for an entire day or just an evening, here are the top things to do in Icy Strait Point and Hoonah, Alaska.
United CEO Threatened To Fire Anyone Who Says “Weather” In His Presence
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says he once told his operations team that anyone who said “weather” in his presence would be fired. He was talking about his previous airline, where he was President -…
Germany's Condor Airlines to bring its striped planes to bigger US cities
German leisure airline Condor is focusing more on serving large US destinations where it has the support of partners.
Lifetime Residency Cruise Ship Runs Out Of Money, Forces Residents Off In Cambodia
Villa Vie Residences, which sold lifetime cabins on the Odyssey, suspended operations over soaring fuel costs and gave residents just hours to leave the ship in Cambodia.
Which fast-food loyalty program is best: McDonald's, Burger King, Chick-fil-A or Taco Bell?
McDonald's, Burger King, Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell all reward your orders with points. Here's what those points are worth and which program offers the most value.
South African Airways Delaying Staff Pay, Yet Insists Finances Are Fine
South African Airways reportedly can't pay 30-40% of its staff, blaming fuel costs and prioritizing operations, while insisting it won't seek a bailout. The finances raise questions.
United CEO Says Boeing And Airbus Are Colluding Not To Develop New Aircraft
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says Boeing and Airbus have “quietly agreed” not to invest in new aircraft designs. He accuses the two manufacturers of holding back development because neither has eno…
Last chance: Earn 2 round-trip Delta Comfort flights and 50,000 miles with the Delta Reserve
Last chance to earn two round-trip Delta Comfort flight certificates and 50,000 bonus miles with the Delta Reserve. Here's what to know before Nov. 4.
United CEO Scott Kirby Insists Critics Misunderstand His American Merger Vision
In a new interview, United CEO Scott Kirby says critics misunderstand his proposed merger with American, and that he alone knows the plan. Here's why I disagree.
Rosewood Calistoga, Napa Valley’s Newest Luxury Hotel, Opens April 2027
Rosewood is now taking reservations for its Calistoga resort in Napa Valley, opening April 15, 2027, with 96 rooms, an Asaya Spa, and rates starting at $2,100 per night.
South African Airways Can’t Make Payroll—Selling Off Assets Hasn’t Freed Up Enough Cash
South African Airways has delayed salaries for a second consecutive month. The Star Alliance member sold a valuable pair of London Heathrow takeoff and landing slots, reported a 'profit' but still nee…
Venture X vs. Venture X Business: Which premium Capital One card is right for you?
The Venture X and Venture X Business cards seem similar, but they have some important differences. Here's how to decide which card is right for you.
FTC Investigating Airlines Over Personalized Pricing: Don’t Get Too Excited
The FTC has ordered Delta, United, and JetBlue to hand over data on personalized pricing. Here's why I'm confident the investigation won't amount to much.
Hubbard Glacier vs. Glacier Bay: Which is the better scenic cruising spot in Alaska?
There are multiple choices for scenic cruising near some of Alaska's most famous rivers of ice. Here's what to know to decide which is best for you.
Ouch: United Launches “Basic” Domestic First Class Fares, And They’re Restrictive
United has started selling basic domestic first class fares that are non-refundable, charge $199 for changes, skip free seat selection, and earn no redeemable miles. Here's what changed.
Air Canada Blamed A Damaged Plane To Deny A Passenger $712—But His Plane Was Just Flying Somewhere Else
Air Canada canceled a passenger’s Montreal–Bogotá flight, blamed unexpected maintenance and refused to pay him compensation. When he checked the aircraft records, he found the damaged plane wasn’t the…
Everything you need to know about United Polaris business class
Here's everything you need to know about United Polaris business class and which planes have the newest seats.
Southwest Priority Credit Card review: Valuable perks for frequent Southwest travelers
The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card is the most premium of Southwest Airlines' personal card lineup. Here's what to know to see if it's right for you.
Hilton Aspire Card Diamond Status: How It Works, And If It’s Worth It
The Hilton Aspire Card gives you Hilton Diamond status for as long as you hold it. Here's how it works, what perks it unlocks, and where it's most valuable.
United CEO Says Credit Card Profits Are Overblown—But They’re Why Kirby Says He Grew The Airline
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says people exaggerate how much money airlines make from credit cards because they forget that award travel costs money. He also tells other airline CEOs to cancel flig…
American Airlines Employee Training Video From 2000: How Times Have Changed!
A couple of nights ago, I randomly stumbled upon an American Airlines training video from 2000, intended specifically for newly hired customer service representatives. It goes without saying that in r…
Marriott Bonvoy Nightly Upgrade Awards: How To Earn & Redeem Them, Maximize Value
Marriott elites can earn up to 10 Nightly Upgrade Awards a year to confirm room upgrades days before arrival. Here's how they work and when to use them.
Alaska Atmos Rewards Business Card Review: 70K Points & $99 Companion Fare
The Atmos Rewards Business Card offers 70,000 points and a $99 companion fare after $4,000 in spending, plus free checked bags and inflight savings. Here's whether it's worth it.
Marriott Cuts Corporate Jobs, And Customer Relations Is Hit Hardest
Marriott has confirmed corporate job cuts in "some corporate disciplines," and reports suggest customer relations and consumer affairs teams are hit hardest, with some roles moving to Cape Town.
Messy Hotel Trademark Battle: Hyatt Select Vs. Select By Hilton
Hyatt is trying to block Hilton's trademark application for Select by Hilton, arguing it's too similar to Hyatt Select. Is there merit, or are the brands different enough?