Emirates First Class Check-In Dubai

Emirates Opens New First Class Check-In at Dubai International (DXB)

Emirates has unveiled its new check-in area for First Class and Skywards Platinum passengers departing Dubai International Airport (DXB).

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Emirates First Class Check-In Dubai

Emirates Opens New First Class Check-In at Dubai International (DXB)

After Avelo Airlines announced its exit from the West Coast, Breeze Airways has swooped in to cover Avelo's routes.

After Avelo Abandons the West Coast, Breeze Moves In

Emirates has restarted service to Damascus, the capital of Syria, for the first time since the end of the Syrian civil war.

Emirates Returns to Syria for the First Time in Over a Decade

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is considering amending or eliminating rules around liquids in carry-on luggage.

Could the TSA Lift its Ban on Liquids Soon?

The Emirates Business Class Lounge in Terminal 3A at Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a massive space with plenty of amenities.

Review: Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai (DXB) Terminal 3A

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Delta is Relaunching Flights to Hong Kong

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Provisions by Admirals Club, a New Grab and Go Option From American

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American Express is Introducing a New Lounge Concept Next Year

American Express Centurion Lounge Tokyo Haneda Bar

American Express Centurion Lounge Opens at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)

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Avelo Airlines is Cancelling All West Coast Routes

Southwest Airlines has announced its first new destination in more than four years with the launch of service to the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Southwest Announces its First New Destination in Over Four Years

Qatar Airways is launching a monthly subscription program for its Privilege Club members looking to earn Avios and Qpoints.

Qatar Airways is Now Selling Avios via a Monthly Subscription Program

Trip Reports

Follow along as I travel with my family on a journey across Asia via KLM, Air Astana, Turkish Airlines, FlyDubai and Emirates.

Introduction: A Journey Across Asia

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Introduction: Sneaking Away to San Francisco

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Booked: My First Journey to Asia

Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending January 11, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap.

Introduction: An Alaskan Adventure to San Diego

Flying six flights in one day as I attempt to collect as many British Airways Tier Points as possible for as little as possible.

Six Flights, Five Airports, One Day. Mileage Running for British Airways Tier Points

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Booked: Our First Weekend Getaway With ATX Jr.

American Airlines Boeing 737-800 N923AN

Booked: Six Flights, Five Airports, One Day. Mileage Running for British Airways Tier Points

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Midnight in McAllen: Flying Delta’s Newest Austin Routes

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Babymoon Round Two: A Long Weekend in Cabo

Flight Reviews

FlyDubai Boeing 737-800 Business Class

Review: FlyDubai Boeing 737-800 Business Class (IST-DXB)

Turkish Airlines has an uncompetitive hard product in Business Class on the A330-200 but, the crew is well above average.

Review: Turkish Airlines Airbus A330-200 Business Class (ALA-IST)

Despite some hiccups to start the flight, we had a great experience onboard the Air Astana Airbus A321neo in Economy.

Review: Air Astana Airbus A321neo Economy (DXB-ALA)

A good seat and a great crew were enough to overcome the mediocre food on this KLM Boeing 777-200 Business Class flight.

Review: KLM Boeing 777-200 Business Class (AMS-DXB)

While it isn't the best Business Class out there, KLM has a comfortable product on its Boeing 787-10 fleet.

Review: KLM Boeing 787-10 Business Class (JFK-AMS)

American Airlines Boeing 737-800 First Class Seat

Review: American Airlines Boeing 737-800 First Class (DFW-JFK)

My United Airlines flight in Economy was comfortable thanks to the updated IFE and the friendly crew, though legroom is tight.

Review: United Airlines Boeing 737-800 Economy (SFO-AUS)

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Review: United Airlines Boeing 737-900 First Class (AUS-SFO)

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Review: Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 Economy (AUS-MSY)

Hotel Reviews

Hilton Mall of Istanbul Lobby

Review: Hilton Mall of Istanbul

JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus Exterior

Review: JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Almaty

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Review: Motorboat Inn on Possum Kingdom Lake

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Review: Bear Creek Lodge Telluride

St. Regis Downtown Dubai

Review: St. Regis Downtown Dubai

While the rooms are comfortable, the W San Francisco feels like it's stuck in the last decade but without the crowds.

Review: W San Francisco

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Review: Aloft Sunnyvale

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas

Lounge Reviews

IGA Lounge Istanbul

Review: IGA Lounge Istanbul (IST)

American Express Centurion Lounge San Francisco Entrance

Review: American Express Centurion Lounge San Francisco (SFO)

The British Airways Lounge at Rome-Fiumicino Airport is a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the terminal.

Review: British Airways Lounge Rome-Fiumicino (FCO)

The British Airways Galleries Lounge North at London Heathrow is holding up well even with crowding issues.

Review: British Airways Galleries Lounge North London Heathrow Terminal 5 (LHR)

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Review: American Express Centurion Lounge Denver (DEN)

The Marhaba Lounge Dubai Terminal 1 is spacious and calm, making for a nice space to relax before boarding your flight.

Review: Marhaba Lounge Dubai (DXB) Terminal 1

The all new Delta Sky Club in Concourse D at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a beautiful space to spend a layover.

Review: Delta Sky Club Atlanta (ATL) Concourse D

American Express Centurion Lounge Charlotte

Review: American Express Centurion Lounge Charlotte (CLT)