First let me start off by saying that what I am about to share is by no means the worst travel experience, but I believe it highlights an issue with how Airlines communicate to passengers. Fog at Chicago O’hare International Earlier this morning I flew from Chicago to Dallas via American airlines (trip report soon)…
A few weeks ago, my family and I spent a long weekend in Toronto, ON. There are several premium hotels to choose from in Toronto, but we chose to stay at the Thompson due to an excellent offer from American Express’ Fine Hotels and Resorts benefit from the American Express Platinum Card. Location The Thompson…
Today, American Airlines sent AAdvantage members an email letting everyone know of the upcoming changes to their frequent flyer program. Although the changes should not be a surprise to most, I wanted to take a few moments to discuss some of the more significant changes and share my views. Keep in mind I typically fly…
This past weekend I finally had the pleasure of visiting and staying in Toronto. I had been to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) before, but never had the opportunity to visit the city. I decided to book with American Airlines due to the very low prices and because it will most likely be my last…
I am roughly 19 days into my Delta Airlines Status Challenge and just today received confirmation that I have qualified for Delta Medallion Silver status (8 segments). It has been very easy to rack up segments with Delta since I am based in Chicago and am almost always required to stop on the way to my…
After breaking up with American Airlines a significant factor in deciding between United and Delta was lounge access. As a Chicago based traveler, I was happy to see both airlines featured lounges at Chicago O’Hare. If I wanted United lounge access I would have had to shell out $450 for the United MileagePlug Club card or try…
Today American Express announced a few enhancements to their premium credit card lineup, namely the personal American Express Platinum card now earns 5x Membership Rewards points on airfare5x Membership Rewards points on airfare. Although I do not consider this offer significant enough to open a new line of credit with American Express, the enhancements to the…
Effective October 6, 2016 personal American Express Platinum cardholders will receive 5x Membership Rewards points on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express’ travel website. Why? This is an interesting move from American Express and is obviously a response overwhelmingly successful Chase Sapphire Reserve card. By not increasing the signup bonus offer or…
A few weeks ago I wrote about what airline status matches and challenges were, but since there are just over 90 days left in the year, now may be the last opportunity to apply for a status challenge. By completing the 90 day status challenge offered by Delta, you will earn status for the remainder of 2016…
Recently, a friend of mine was trying to book a last minute flight from Chicago to Atlanta and at the time American Airlines was the cheapest option. He rarely flies American Airlines and did not have any form of status which meant when he clicked through to seat assignments he was shown a seat map…
