Frequent Flyer Academy

02/08/2017

Hauling ass toward Beijing. What are your favorite high speed trains around the world?

03/11/2016

Waiting for an upgrade to clear can be stressful - especially if your flight is 15 hours. Here's how I outwitted the system and secured a business class upgrade as #2 on the waitlist with just one seat available...

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01/11/2016

A few snaps of some of Myanmar's most beautiful temples.

16/10/2016

Traveling from Manila to Hong Kong in style on Cathay Pacific Airways thanks to AmericanAirlines frequent flyer miles! Thanks to for a great conference!

15/10/2016

Had a fantastic time in northern Palawan in the Philippines. The Bacuit Archipelago has some incredible scenery.

24/06/2016

is happening: the UK has voted to leave the European Union. How will this affect travelers? Will you take advantage of the cheaper currency to take a trip to Europe this summer?

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23/06/2016

You've probably heard about how great the Middle East-based airlines are. It's not an exaggeration.

Gain instant access to the most lucrative insider tips on how to earn your well deserved elite status, rack up ridiculous amounts of miles without leaving the ground and earn free first class plane tickets anywhere you want to go.

09/06/2016

There are big changes coming to the American Airlines AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Make sure you know what's coming and how to maximize your miles going forward!

Gain instant access to the most lucrative insider tips on how to earn your well deserved elite status, rack up ridiculous amounts of miles without leaving the ground and earn free first class plane tickets anywhere you want to go.

17/09/2015

Air Canada pilot diverts international flight to save the life of a dog in the cargo hold. Did he do the right thing? http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-34275103

14/09/2015

Need to earn a few extra American Airlines miles to top up your account for that next award ticket? Here are two cost-effective ways to do that. http://frequentflyeracademy.com/new-american-airlines-promotions/

20/08/2015

Once again, Delta is reducing the value of its frequent flyer program. Miles are now both hard to earn and hard to redeem. Why bother? Will you stay loyal to SkyMiles? http://frequentflyeracademy.com/delta-skymiles-devaluations-continue/

18/06/2015

Airlines have started to work against comparison shopping, presumably so they can charge more. What's a savvy consumer to do? http://frequentflyeracademy.com/airlines-data-and-booking-the-cheapest-ticket

03/04/2015

YES! Let's keep it classy, lounge and premium cabin travelers. (Unless you're flying to Hawaii - then whatever). Would you wear shorts or flip flops into an airline lounge, even without this rule?

The airline said it was responding to complaints from passengers and that it would not 'flip-flop' on the guidelines

23/03/2015

How can an airline charge 87,500 miles or 742,252 for the same award ticket? Don't be fooled into paying more than you should! http://frequentflyeracademy.com/good-and-bad-ways-to-redeem-airline-miles/

11/02/2015

It's COLD in the U.S. and Europe. Are you looking for a warm beach to escape to? Look no further than San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. http://frequentflyeracademy.com/san-juan-del-sur-nicaragua/

13/01/2015

With all the frequent flyer program changes lately, which airlines still give you great value for your loyalty? Top of the list for 2015 are Alaska Airlines and American Airlines.

Gain instant access to the most lucrative insider tips on how to earn your well deserved elite status, rack up ridiculous amounts of miles without leaving the ground and earn free first class plane tickets anywhere you want to go.

08/12/2014

There are few airline experiences more luxurious than Cathay Pacific's First Class product. Here's a glimpse, with advice about how to have this amazing travel experience yourself - without breaking the bank! http://frequentflyeracademy.com/the-cathay-pacific-first-class-experience/

02/12/2014

Talk about a holiday travel nightmare: a 1.2 mile security line at Chicago Midway airport last weekend. I don't ever want you to have to endure something like that. Read up. http://frequentflyeracademy.com/get-out-of-line-at-the-airport

01/12/2014

Are your airline loyalties different than your significant other's? How do you decide which airline to fly?

As airlines grow more competitive, and upgrades scarcer, there’s a new marital mismatch added to that travel checklist: airline alliances.

29/11/2014

Pittsburgh International Airport wants the post-security area open to everyone for shopping and dining, not just open to travelers. Would you like to see the security area open to all, or would that just create more congestion for everyone?

Officials at Pittsburgh International Airport are pushing the Transportation Security Administration to allow the non-ticketed public beyond security, a rarity in high-security post-9/11 American airports. ...

25/11/2014

It's a holiday travel week in the U.S., and the weather isn't looking good. Do you know how to minimize your waiting time and deal with delays and cancellations? http://frequentflyeracademy.com/5-tips-for-smooth-holiday-travel

21/11/2014

Happy Friday! Where are your travels taking you next?

07/11/2014

Staying at the lovely Luxe Manor Hotel in Kowloon, Hong Kong this weekend. Not only are wifi and breakfast included, they provide a smartphone for your use during your stay (both in and out of the hotel) with unlimited data and free international calls on wifi. Great hotel for the tech-savvy crowd!

22/10/2014

I love cities, but hated Cairo. Here are my 6 reasons to avoid it. Have you been? Do you agree or did you love it? (Featured in the picture is beautiful Alexandria to the north.) http://frequentflyeracademy.com/6-reasons-to-avoid-cairo/

13/10/2014

Have you ever seen a one-way airfare that's higher than a roundtrip? Here's what's going on - and how to save money despite what the airlines want. http://frequentflyeracademy.com/how-to-use-and-not-use-one-way-airfares/

07/10/2014

Ever wonder how airlines name their cabins of service? Why is domestic first class in the U.S. the same as business class within Europe? And above all, what is Etihad's new "The Residence" product? http://frequentflyeracademy.com/whats-the-difference-between-business-and-first-class/

06/10/2014

Have you ever gotten to the airport early only to find you could make an earlier flight? In years past you could usually walk up, ask nicely and grab a seat. But times have changed: Here's how to navigate the world of standby and same-day confirmed changes, and how to avoid airline fees for doing so. http://frequentflyeracademy.com/how-to-fly-standby/

16/09/2014

American Airlines will announce its merged frequent flyer program with US Airways next spring. Will it follow the devaluation path blazed by Delta and United? Or will it keep a competitive edge over its rivals? An open letter makes the case for using the program to give the new American a competitive edge.

Gain instant access to the most lucrative insider tips on how to earn your well deserved elite status, rack up ridiculous amounts of miles without leaving the ground and earn free first class plane tickets anywhere you want to go.

02/09/2014

There's usually not much new in the realm of rental cars... but Silvercar is a happy exception. Next time you rent, consider one of their sexy Audi A4s (instead of the typical Chevy Malibu-type rental).

Gain instant access to the most lucrative insider tips on how to earn your well deserved elite status, rack up ridiculous amounts of miles without leaving the ground and earn free first class plane tickets anywhere you want to go.

29/08/2014

Are you thinking about getting a rewards credit card? Here's some great advice from Alana Morgan at the Paper Planes blog... with a little in put from yours truly.

Want to know what some of the best credit cards for travel are? Check out this guide for beginners wanting to rack up points.