A first look at Bab Samhan Diriyah, the debut hotel in Saudi Arabia's massive Diriyah cultural development, covering rooms, dining, spa, and service.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
Avianca is overhauling its 787 business class with new door-equipped suites, upgraded tech, and a revamped soft product launching in 2027.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
EgyptAir will launch Cairo to Sydney service via Singapore in 2027, its longest route ever, despite surprisingly limited demand between the two countries.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
American AAdvantage and World of Hyatt are ending their enhanced partnership, though the real loss is the unofficial annual status challenge, not points earning.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
Let’s set the story: Summer 2021. I was 15 years old and bored out of my mind. As an AvGeek, pretty much nothing excited me more than the idea of flying on a private jet. I had scoured the internet and read up on every possible avenue of getting on one (including Ben’s private jet
One Mile at a Time•travelingposer9 Sept
Marriott Bonvoy has opened registration for its latest global promotion, offering up to 4,500 bonus points per stay through November 2026, but the value is modest.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
An Estonian man exploited a gap in Finnair's inflight duty free system, buying 49 watches and other goods with cards that had no funds.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
New NTSB flight data shows the Amazon Air Boeing 767's brakes were released and throttles raised toward go-around power, then cut again seconds before the fatal Miami crash.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig9 Sept
A NATS technical glitch grounded UK air traffic control for hours, leaving hundreds of flights canceled or delayed and some planes stuck on Heathrow taxiways over five hours.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
I just booked Starlux's rare first class product for $5,100, leaving only one first class cabin left on my list: Air Cote d'Ivore.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
Every airline has a different approach when it comes to offering lounge access, though Delta is in a whole different league when it comes to discouraging memberships and day passes, and rather focusing on offering lounge access through credit cards. The Atlanta-based airline also has the most restrictive policies in terms of how long before departure you can access lounges.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 SeptEvery airline has a different approach when it comes to offering lounge access, though Delta is in a whole different league when it comes to discouraging memberships and day passes, and rather focusing on offering lounge access through credit cards. The Atlanta-based airline also has the most restrictive policies in terms of how long before departure you can access lounges.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
A recap of August's OMAAT community winners, including the most-read reader story, the most-loved comment, and the hottest take of the month.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
With September 11, 2026 marking 25 years since the attacks, one traveler explains why he rearranged his flights, even knowing the decision isn't rational.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
What does it take to get approved for the Citi AAdvantage Executive Card? Here's what to know about the 48-month bonus rule, Citi's application limits, and approval odds.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
TSA PreCheck members can now clear security at select airports without flying, thanks to a new centralized program called Gateside, live at 13 US airports.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
Star Alliance will open a new lounge at Seoul Incheon Airport in late 2026, taking over the former Asiana Business Lounge as Asiana exits the alliance.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
Choice Privileges is offering up to a 40% discount on purchased points, bringing the cost down to 0.62 cents each. Here's whether it's worth buying.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig8 Sept
A new trademark filing suggests Marriott and Amex could be prepping a Bonvoy Brilliant Business Card, likely with Platinum status and a hefty free night award.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig7 Sept
Trump says Bombardier can't sell planes in the US anymore, claiming trade grievances with Canada — but the post raises more questions than answers.
One Mile at a Time•Ben Schlappig7 Sept