Delta SkyMiles Are Bad… Until You Leave America
Delta SkyMiles have a pretty terrible reputation among points people, and honestly, that reputation is mostly deserved.
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How the points actually work — transfer partners, sweet spots and the strategies that turn a balance into a lie-flat seat.
I Got Thousands of Dollars in Flights From Chase Points. Here’s How.
I think Chase Ultimate Rewards points are some of the most valuable points somebody can have.
Why Taipei Is the Perfect Layover City
For many travelers, layovers are something to minimize. The goal is usually to find the shortest connection possible, get through the airport quickly, and move on.
How I Beat Jet Lag on Transpacific Flights
Jet lag is one of those things people talk about as if it were either completely unavoidable or easily solved with a miracle hack. In reality, it’s neither.
How to Book Etihad First Class Apartments for Under $100
Etihad’s A380 First Class Apartments are one of the most absurd luxury products in commercial aviation: a private suite with a separate bed, elevated dining, and access to onboard shower facilities.
The Cheapest Way To Fly In Business Class Between North America And Europe (For Cheaper Than An Economy Class Ticket)
Let’s pretend you’re in some imaginary hypothetical where you’re just curious what the easiest possible way to sit in a lie-flat seat crossing the Atlantic is.
3 Days in Shanghai: The Best of the Magic City
Shanghai is not subtle. It is loud, vertical, hyper-modern, and unapologetically theatrical.
Traveling China… Without a Visa
The first time I traveled to China, I was alone, I had no visa, and it was a logistical nightmare.
The Five Best Aeroplan Sweet Spots
The single biggest piece of advice with Aeroplan is simple: unless you absolutely have to, do not redeem Aeroplan points on Air Canada-operated flights.