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Emirates Partners With Starlink, Passengers to Get Free Wi-Fi By 2027

December 25, 2025 0

To continue to maintain its rankings as one of the best airlines in the world, Emirates is currently undergoing a massive fleet refurbishment, including the installation of high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi. Until that happens, eligible Skywards members have access to free internet or chatting, while all travelers can purchase Wi-Fi packages. Here are the details of what's currently available, and the timeline for the Starlink rollout.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How to Use and Maximize the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum Card $600 Annual Hotel Credit

December 21, 2025 5

Amex recently enhanced the annual Hotel Credit on the American Express Platinum Card® and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. These ultra-premium cards now offers up to $600 in annual credits for hotel bookings! Here's how to use this perk each year, the benefits you can expect to receive when you actually visit the hotel.

Harrison Pierce & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

I Spent 11 Hours on the New American Airlines A321XLR — Here’s My Honest Take On the New Jet

December 20, 2025 8

The first American Airlines Airbus A321XLR entered revenue service on December 18, 2025, on a turn from New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX). And I spent virtually that entire day on board this narrowbody airplane. Here’s my honest opinion after six hours in coach and five hours in premium economy.

Tyler Glatt

Alaska Airlines Begins Rolling Out Starlink Wi-Fi: Here's How to Experience It for Yourself

December 20, 2025 0

Alaska Airlines has begun rolling out Starlink Wi-Fi to select aircraft. Here's what you need to know about the updated rollout schedule and how to access Wi-Fi if you're traveling on an enabled aircraft.

Harrison Pierce

British Airways to Launch Free, High-Speed Wi-Fi in 2026 — Here’s How It Works Until Then

December 17, 2025 0

British Airways is the newest airline to announce a partnership with Starlink. As part of a $9.63 billion transformation program, the retrofit begin rolling out in 2026 and will provide passengers with high-speed Wi-Fi on flights worldwide. Here are the details we know so far.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Alaska Airlines Lounges: Locations, How to Access, and What Memberships Cost (Plus Ways to Save)

December 13, 2025 0

Even though its network is smaller than those of other major airlines, Alaska Airlines Lounges are consistently great places to dine, relax, and recharge before your flight. If you’re curious about how to access these lounges, you’re in the right place. Here’s where they’re located, how to get in, and what an annual membership costs.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Inside the American Airlines A321XLR: Where to Sit and How to Book Flights on AA’s Brand-New Plane

December 11, 2025 1

American Airlines just got the (metaphorical) keys to its Airbus A321XLR, and it takes off with passengers for the first time next week. At a media event at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), AA unveiled its first Airbus A321XLR. Here's your first look inside the A321XLR, and how to book a flight on its first routes with points and miles.

Tyler Glatt

JetBlue’s First BlueHouse Lounge at JFK Is Now Open — Here’s Your First Look Inside

December 11, 2025 0

JetBlue flyers: your number one wish has finally been granted. The airline's first airport lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (which it's calling BlueHouse) opens to travelers bright and early on December 18, 2025. From the moment you step inside, you'll see why JetBlue is calling BlueHouse its love letter to New York. Here’s everything you need to know about JetBlue’s brand-new lounge at JFK.

Tyler Glatt

Avianca to Offer 'More for Everyone' With Business Class and Wi-Fi on All Flights — Here's What to Know

December 10, 2025 0

At a press conference in Bogota, Colombia, Avianca announced its "More for Everyone" campaign, and AwardWallet got the scoop. Avianca is expanding its 'Business Class Americas' product to dozens of new routes plus rolling out in-flight Wi-Fi across its fleet. Here are the details shared so far.

Harrison Pierce

Uber Expands Shuttle Concept, Tweaks Tipping Process, and Adds Booking Kiosks — What to Know

December 10, 2025 2

Holiday travel is about to ramp back up, and Uber is making a few updates — all of which center around making rides seamless and more affordable. In short, Uber is expanding its Shuttle concept to another major airport, debuting its first kiosk, and making it easier to tip your driver in the app. Here's everything you need to know.

Tyler Glatt

Complete Guide to Chase Sapphire Lounges: Locations, Amenities, and How to Access

December 6, 2025 23

While the first Chase Sapphire Lounge opened its doors to travelers in late 2022, the card issuer now operates eight lounges with two more locations on the way. In this guide, we'll cover where the Chase Sapphire Lounges are, who can access them, and what you can expect inside.

Max Prosperi & Carissa Rawson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

RESERVE by CLEAR Is Gone — Here’s What’s (Sort of) Replaced It

December 5, 2025 1

Did you ever use RESERVE by CLEAR? This service was briefly available, but we recently found CLEAR sunset the program. A new program called CLEAR Mobile is now available, but that has no connection to RESERVE. Here's a record of what RESERVE was, and what other options are currently available.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Chase Unveils a Brand-New Two Story Sapphire Lounge at the Las Vegas Airport — Here’s a Look Inside

December 2, 2025 0

Chase's long-awaited Sapphire Lounge by The Club is set to open its doors at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) on December 3, 2025. Here's a look inside the issuer's brand-new two-story lounge, and everything you need to know about where it is, how to access it, and what amenities you'll find inside.

Tyler Glatt

The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Hong Kong Is Closing Soon — Here's What We Know

December 2, 2025 1

If you can believe it, the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at the Hong Kong International Airport will close on January 5, 2026. This was the first location for the now beloved Sapphire Lounges, so it's surprising to hear that it will shut down in a little over a month. Here's what we know.

Harrison Pierce

The Award Traveler’s Guide to Qatar Airways Qsuites: What It's Like & How to Book With Points

November 23, 2025 0

Qatar Airways Qsuites business class is one of the best ways to fly. If you’re hoping to try it for yourself, it’s worth knowing which planes have these ultra-private suites, the best ways to book with points, and what to do if you get the dreaded aircraft swap email. In this award traveler’s guide to Qatar Airways Qsuites, we’ll cover everything you need to know about flying one of the best business class products in the sky.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

You Can Use Your iPhone to Get Through Airport Security — Here’s How to Add Your Digital ID

November 18, 2025 3

If you have an iPhone, you can use Apple's new Digital ID to go through TSA checkpoints, offering a seamless and hands-free way to get through security. Here's what you need to know.

Harrison Pierce

AvGeek Delight: Marriott's Corendon Apartments Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

November 16, 2025 0

Did you know that a Marriott Bonvoy property near Amsterdam Schiphol has a retired KLM 747 onsite that you can see from many rooms, walk under and even tour daily? Here's what it's like staying at the Residence Inn part of this property.

JT Genter

I Flew to Six Continents for Turkish Airlines’ Million-Mile Challenge — and It Finally Paid Off

November 13, 2025 1

Over two months, my wife and I flew more than 35,000 flight miles in Turkish Airlines economy to visit all six inhabited continents. Now, that's finally paying off with one million bonus miles posting to each of our accounts. Here's my recap of the Turkish Airlines Six Continents Challenge and how we plan to use these miles before they expire.

JT Genter

Bab Samhan Hotel Review: A Luxurious Marriott Property Off Riyadh’s Beaten Path

November 9, 2025 0

The Bab Samhan Hotel is a relatively new addition to Marriott’s Luxury Collection. It’s a distinctive property, and the combination of its scenic setting, warm service, and excellent dining made this stay one to remember. This was my first time staying at a Luxury Collection hotel, and it didn’t disappoint. Here’s a look inside the property.

Tyler Glatt

Singapore Airlines Just Opened a New First Class Lounge in Changi Airport — Here's A Look Inside

November 7, 2025 2

The all-new 11,300-square-foot Singapore Airlines First Class SilverKris Lounge in Terminal 2 is officially open. It can accommodate up to 130 customers, and is available to those traveling in Singapore Airlines Suites and First Class, Solitaire PPS Club members, and First Class customers traveling on Star Alliance member airlines. Here's what you need to know.

Harrison Pierce

Southwest Airlines to Build an Airport Lounge in Honolulu — Here’s Everything We Know So Far

November 6, 2025 0

Public documents suggest that Southwest Airlines is is in the early stages of building an airport lounge. The first example is set to break ground in Honolulu sometime in the near future. Here's everything we know so far about Southwest Airlines lounges.

Mark Jackson

Free Meals, Spa Treatments, Nap Rooms, Even Swimming Pools with Priority Pass

October 31, 2025 90

Priority Pass is the largest independently operated lounge network in the world. But did you know that Priority Pass consists of more than just airport lounges and clubs? Priority Pass members also enjoy food and beverage credit at participating restaurants, complimentary spa treatments, and free nap rooms. Here are some of the best Priority Pass experience outside of lounges and clubs.

Ashley Onadele & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Marriott Is Considering Airport Lounges — Here’s How the Hotel Giant Might Get Into the Game

October 30, 2025 2

Marriott’s CEO hinted that the hotel giant might be wading into the airport lounge wars. Now, you’re probably thinking, why would Marriott, a hotel brand, want to get into the airport lounge game? I’m wondering the same thing. So, let’s explore what that might look like.

Tyler Glatt

Amex Opens New Centurion Lounge at Salt Lake City (SLC) — Access, Amenities, and a Look Inside

October 28, 2025 0

The American Express Centurion Lounge at Salt Lake City International Airport sets the bar as high as the Wasatch Mountains visible from its outdoor terrace. Here’s a look inside the new space, including its amenities, hours of operation, and how to access the lounge.

Tyler Glatt

Inside Delta’s Massive New Sky Club at SLC Concourse B: Hours, Amenities, and Access

October 27, 2025 0

The massive 34,000-square-foot Delta Sky Club in Concourse B at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is now open. Here’s a first look inside the Delta Sky Club at Salt Lake City Airport and what to know about its hours, amenities, and entry requirements.

Tyler Glatt

Is an AirHelp+ Membership Worth it?

October 22, 2025 3

AirHelp offers a membership program that will provide compensation as well as lounge access for travel delays. We outline the AirHelp+ subscription plans and if it is worth getting a plan or if alternatives like the travel insurance you might get through a credit card is enough.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Amex Expands Trip Cancel Guard to Flights Booked on Other Platforms — But Is It Worth Buying?

October 22, 2025 0

If you want to be able to cancel nonrefundable airfare, you're in luck. American Express offers Trip Cancel Guard, which reimburses you up to 75% for nonrefundable flights, provided you purchase it within 30 days of booking your flight and at least five days before departure. Here's everything to know, including how to determine if it's worth it.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Hyatt Centric Malta Quick Review: A Category 2 Gem With a Club Lounge and Excellent Redemption Rates

October 19, 2025 1

The Hyatt Centric Malta is a compelling Category 2 property in the small European nation of Malta that opened in 2024. Here's our review of the property, including its club lounge, pools and one-bedroom suite with terrace.

JT Genter

Alaska Airlines Wi-Fi Guide: Pricing, Coverage, and When to Expect Free Starlink Access

October 17, 2025 0

Alaska Airlines offers free texting, streaming entertainment, and affordable high-speed internet on most flights. Beginning in 2026, Atmos Rewards members will gain free Starlink Wi-Fi, bringing faster, more consistent connectivity across the fleet. Here’s what you need to know about getting connected on Alaska Airlines.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

SkyTeam Expands Domestic Lounge Access: Use Status to Access More Than 70 Domestic Lounges Worldwide

October 15, 2025 3

In April 2025, SkyTeam made some significant updates to its lounge access rules. The most notable change is that Elite Plus members can now access select lounges on select domestic itineraries. Here's what to know about SkyTeam lounge access rules.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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