Delta operates the fourth longest flight in the world. The flight operates on a 777 from Atlanta to Joburg. It is often very difficult to find award availability at the low level in Business Class. So this presents a problem for anyone looking to redeem SkyMiles to South Africa at the low level. If you…
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Hurry – Two French Polynesia Business Class Award Seats Available
A quick search of Air France’s US website (Airfrance.us) and I was able to locate two Business Class seats at the low award level. Delta members know they can reserve these seats for 150,000 Delta SkyMiles a piece. You can reserve the same exact flight for only 120,000 American Express Membership Rewards points plus $262.70…
Top 5 Delta Airlines Award Travel Destinations
We talk a lot about earning points and miles here at Points, Miles & Martinis. And we’ve mentioned the importance of burning as fast as you earn or when you’ve saved enough miles and points for your dream vacation. So we’ve compiled a list of our top 5 uses of Delta Airlines SkyMiles for Business…
“Since Your Baby Has Not Been Arrested” – Global Entry Interview
Yesterday Baby Weekly Flyer had a Global Entry interview. At first, I thought the interview would end up with answers like “goodiegoodiegool”. But I obviously hadn’t been to a baby’s Global Entry interview before. I was pleasantly surprised. Background Both Mrs Weekly Flyer and I have Global Entry, courtesy of our Platinum American Express cards…
How To Book A One-Way Delta Award Flight
Many people know that Delta members cannot book one-way awards with SkyMiles unless they want to pay the full round-trip price. But what many don’t know is that you can book Delta one-way awards at reduced mileage. It is possible. The trick is it takes a few steps to complete, more so than just booking…
Traveling With Kids – Thoughts Upcoming Flight With Baby Weekly Flyer
My mind is always racing in the lead up to a trip with Baby Weekly Flyer. As a weekly business traveler, my routine is down solid. But when you throw kids in the mix, things can change quickly. All of the sudden, you have to worry about checking bags, entertainment options, sleeping times and going…
How To Contact Delta Customer Service Through Their Website
The elite member phone line is a great way to contact Delta, but if you are on a flight or a place where you cannot speak on the phone, the Delta website is just a useful for sending Delta compliments or comments about your Delta experience. Select “Comment / Complaint” Select Comment / Complaint link…
Hotel VIP Trick – Make Your Room Cooler
This trick never gets old, especially during summer. Here is a simple trick to get the VIP treatment you deserve out of hotel stays, plus, you’re virtually guaranteed to make your room a cooler one. This unique trick usually works at Hyatt, InterContinental, Hilton, Westin, and sometimes even Marriott hotels. A Few Simple Steps To…
Cathay Pacific First With US Airways Miles? Not Yet. US Airways Booking Strategy Pre-Merger
I received an interesting reader question after Alex posted about how Cathay Pacific’s First Class availability is scary good right now. The question centered on the current US Airways 100% bonus for purchased or gift miles and what to do with the miles pre and post-merger. One thought is to wait to book awards after the…
Delta’s Nonstop New York To Iceland – Award Availability Outlook
Delta Airlines is reintroducing their seasonal nonstopflight to Iceland from New York’s JFK airport. The nonstop flight will be operated by a 757-200 and starts on June 3, 2013. The flight will be equipped with 15 Business Elite seats similar to the ones in this review, as well as economy comfort seating. It’s great they…
Delta’s Nonstop New York To Istanbul – Award Availability Outlook
Delta Airlines is reintroducing their summer seasonal nonstop flight to Istanbul, Turkey from New York’s JFK airport. The nonstop flight will be operated by a 767-300 and starts today, Sunday April 28, 2013. Surprisingly, the two opening days have great Coach Class availability at the low level. The rest of the summer has spotty Business…
Delta’s 90,000 Mile French Polynesia Business Class Award (From New Zealand)
American Airlines AAdvantage Miles and Delta SkyMiles have some of the best options to get to Tahiti, the international gateway to French Polynesia and islands like Bora Bora and Moorea. But the biggest challenge is often finding availability between Tahiti and the United States. What some know about the award space to Tahiti, and is…
10% Off Food Delivery In NYC, Chicago, San Francisco And Many More Cities Through April 27, 2013
Working late this week? No problem. Have your food delivered to your door for 10% off with Seamless Food delivery service. Seamless is a service that delivers the food you like directly to your door when you want it. And now your lunch or dinner just got a bit less expensive with this limited time…
Delta Secrets – VIP Select Service Is The Most Elite
Delta offers an elevated service level called VIP Select. A quick check with Delta provided a little insight into the benefits, the cost and where exactly this service is available. Delta VIP Select The cost is $125 for a one person, $200 for a couple and $125 for each additional person after that. To add…
Delta Secrets – Delta’s First Flat-Bed A330 Revenue Flight
The first newly reconfigured A330 with the flat-bed Business Elite seats is being reported to be DL flight 117 from ATL to DTW on Tuesday, April 16th, 2013. The flight on Delta’s website is still showing it will be operated by a 757-200 plane, but the seat map shows otherwise. Delta Secrets Looking for More…
Updated: 20k Business Class Award Ticket To Europe
Air France / KLM / Air Europa offer heavily discounted Flying Blue awards for certain routes throughout the year. With the discounted awards and a transfer from SPG’s program, you can redeem only 20,000 Starpoints for a one-way award in Business Class from North American to Europe. In the past, we’ve shared how you can…
United’s Premier 1K Status Match Challenge For An AAdvantage Executive Platinum
United Airlines awards members who fly 100,000 Premier Qualifying Miles (PQM) or 120 Premier Qualifying Segments with their Premier 1K status level. However, there is a status challenge going on with United that you can get the benefits with minimal effort. If you hold top level elite status with another airline and ask them for a…
Delta Secrets – Hawaii Award In Delta’s Flat-Bed Business Class Seat At Low Level
Finding a low level award to Hawaii on Delta Airlines is extremely difficult. Last year I attempted to book a low level award to Hawaii on Delta, but I kept getting the award pricing engine to break and could only see middle award availability. Well, I’m happy to report the situation has got better, significantly…
Delta Secrets – Save Time And Improve Your Phone Experience
Calling an airline in a busy airport or crowded space can cause delays in processing your phone call request. This is because some airlines use voice command prompts or enter other requests, like survey requests, into the phone call process. The most annoying issue that can happen is the airline phone call asks for you…
My Top 3 Tampa Restaurants
Everyone likes a good restaurant when they are visiting a new city. It gives you a chance to get out and explore the area while trying a local restaurant for some tasty food. When we visit Tampa, Florida, there are 3 restaurants that are always at the top of our list. #3 – Bern’s Steakhouse…