by Lisa Mays | Jul 2, 2026 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
The first time I flew business class using points and miles, I remember thinking, “I could never justify paying cash for this.” The extra space, the lie-flat seat, the lounge access, and arriving at my destination actually feeling rested made the...
by Lisa Mays | Jul 2, 2026 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
Have you ever seen someone book a lie-flat business class seat for a fraction of the usual cost and wondered how they found it? I’ve had that thought more than once. You spend weeks searching for flights, only to discover someone else grabbed an incredible award...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Jan 21, 2026 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
Family trips should not feel like an obstacle course. The Department of Transportation (DOT) says it wants to make flying easier on parents, kids, and caregivers by improving what you experience inside airport terminals. The focus is practical: more places for...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Jan 20, 2026 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
A new airport security fee hit on February 1, 2026, and it is aimed at a very specific mistake. If you reach the checkpoint without eligible identification, you may have to pay $45 before you can continue. The charge is non-refundable and applies to travelers 18 and...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Jan 20, 2026 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
Free inflight WiFi flipped from “nice extra” to “expected” on a major US airline starting today. Most flights now offer a complimentary connection, which changes the feel of flying. You can message family, pull up a confirmation, or handle quick work without buying a...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Dec 22, 2025 | Airlines & Loyalty Programs
We know it can feel stressful when an airline changes something as basic as how you line up at the gate. Southwest is moving from open seating to assigned seats, and that shift will change what you see in the gate area and how the boarding order works. The new system...
