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April 3, 2024 · by Germán

The End of Thai Flights with EuroBonus Points? (BACK ONLINE)

More breaking news (under development) on the SAS front. It looks like it’s no longer possible to book flights on Thai Airways with EuroBonus points. After United was disabled in March, the EuroBonus portal now fails to book redemptions with Thai.

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November 7, 2024 · by Germán

Seats.aero Alternative: 7 Reasons AwardFares is the Ultimate Tool for Award Travel

Traveling on points and miles is a fantastic way to experience the world, but finding award availability can feel like deciphering ancient scrolls. That’s where award search tools come in. AwardFares is one of the easiest ways to search for your next free flight using points or miles. With a few clicks, you can search and gather helpful information without logging in to your frequent flyer account or dealing with slow award search portals. AwardFares’s modern user interface allows search availability across multiple frequent flyer programs, set up alerts, look at seat maps, and plan journeys in a few minutes.

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March 23, 2024 · by Germán

JAL A350-1000 Premium Economy: New York To Tokyo

I recently had the chance to make my first round-the-world trip, starting from the south of Argentina, going to Tokyo and back. As I was assembling the itinerary, I realized there was an opportunity to go via New York (JFK) and take Japan Airlines to Tokyo Haneda, operated by their new flagship, A350-1000. The flight runs daily, but some days are still operated by a 777, so even though the plan was exciting, there was still a chance that they changed the equipment last minute.

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August 15, 2025 · by Germán

Guide To Using SAS EuroBonus Points (Now In SkyTeam)

The past year marked a giant leap for Scandinavian Airlines. After being acquired by Air France-KLM, SAS left Star Alliance and officially joined SkyTeam. This has created a completely new arena for frequent travelers, but the changes are far from over. Major updates are coming in 2025 and beyond, including a new European Business Class and the potential end of EuroBonus as we know it.

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March 15, 2024 · by Germán

Hot Easter Destinations with Points and Miles (2024)

Easter is a time of renewal and exploration, and what better way to celebrate than by using those hard-earned miles for a springtime getaway? If you haven’t booked or planned anything yet, there’s still plenty of opportunities out there, as we see in AwardFares.

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March 1, 2024 · by Germán

Booking United Flights with EuroBonus Points No Longer an Option?

Today, we woke up to some unexpected developments in the SAS EuroBonus saga. It appears that booking flights on United Airlines using EuroBonus points is no longer an option. Their system fails to display any itineraries that include United flights. These changes could be linked to the recent slowdowns observed in their search engine and are likely associated with the new partnership with Delta Air Lines and the intention to join SkyTeam.

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February 21, 2024 · by Germán

American Airlines Makes Changes to Bag Fees, Loyalty Program, and It's Not All Roses

Flying with American Airlines? Starting February 20, 2024, the airline is implementing several changes that will impact how you pack, earn miles, and book your next trip. These changes aim to reward loyalty and incentivize booking directly with American Airlines. AAdvantage members will enjoy additional benefits, while some fees will increase for non-direct bookings.

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February 18, 2024 · by Germán

How To AVOID The 737 MAX When Booking Award Flights

Are you concerned about maybe flying on a Boeing 737 MAX on your next trip? The 737 MAX’s journey has been marred by tragedy, controversy, and ongoing concerns. After serious issues in 2018 and 2019, technical fixes and regulatory approvals have allowed its return to service. However, a recent flying-door episode with Alaska Airlines is again causing struggles for Boeing.

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February 15, 2024 · by Germán

EuroBonus Deal: 25% Discount To Selected Destinations (February 2024)

SAS launched a new campaign for EuroBonus members with a 25% points discount on SAS Go and SAS Plus trips to selected destinations in Scandinavia.