United unveiled the Polaris branding for their international premium cabin offerings almost 2 years ago, but has been making relatively little progress in rolling out all the changes they initially promised. There has been no new Polaris lounge openings since December 1, 2016, when United opened its first Polaris Lounge in Chicago-O’Hare (ORD). United launched…
Over the past few years, we have seen airlines expanding the ways by which customers can check-in. Of course, there are the options that people know and love, like Cathay Pacific’s in-town check-in, which allows you drop your bags at a city center train station before heading to the airport. Turkish Airlines’ “Miniport” service allow…
The A380 might not be a commercial success for Airbus, but it’s a plane that undeniably solicits awe and wonder from passengers. Many airlines have even installed special cabin products that are exclusively available on the A380, given the bigger footprint they have to work with. For example, Korean Air has an onboard duty free shopping area,…
Marriott announced some pretty significant changes that will unify Marriott Rewards, Ritz-Carlton Rewards, and Starwood Preferred Guest come August, 2018. We have an in-depth guide about all the changes, what the implications might be, and any potential opportunities to take advantage in the interim. Buy SPG Points for 35% Off For now though, the different…
Marriott completed their buyout of SPG back in September 2016, and the company has been working to integrate the different loyalty programs. With 6,500+ hotels across 29 brands in over 120 countries and territories, Marriott is now larger than ever. As many of you know, Marriott today held an event to announce changes to the…
Marriott completed their buyout of SPG back in September 2016, and the company has been working to integrate the different loyalty programs. With 6,500+ hotels across 29 brands in over 120 countries and territories, Marriott is now larger than ever. As many of you know, Marriott today held an event to announce changes to the…
American Express has been on a roll with new Centurion Lounges, and has just announced its 11th location, Denver, a few days ago. But it would appear that they are not stopping any time soon. According to Brian Sumers, a reported for Skift, American Express is in talks with Los Angeles World Airports, presumably for a…
A few months ago I wrote about Club LifeMiles, LifeMiles’ new offering in buying miles, which runs on a subscription model. You pay a monthly price, and get a certain number of miles in return. There are also tiered bonuses that are rewarded every year; you can basically get up to a 33% bonus if…
Earlier this year, I reported that the InterContinental Hong Kong will be undergoing a major renovation soon. The project is estimated to take 12 – 16 months; other than Yan Toh Heen, the 2-Michelin star Cantonese restaurant, the hotel will basically be closed for reservations and other functions. I think the hotel is sorely in…
It’s been years since I flew Lufthansa First Class, and my most recent flight was super memorable because I was quite literally in the air when Germany won the World Cup in 2014. I was the only passenger in First Class, and flight attendants were all ecstatic. They even brought out the football-themed chocolates for…
