Good news and interesting partnership enhancements between United Airlines and Hertz. Starting November 1st, United MileagePlus members will earn additional miles and be eligible for higher status levels with Hertz. First, the increased mileage opportunities: MileagePlus members who book with Hertz may earn the…
I received two separate offers for bonus miles from the United Airlines MileagePlus shopping portal, both targeted to a specific MileagePlus account (I have a few different e-mail addresses for various family member accounts I keep an eye on). The bonus miles on the…
I don’t claim to be a renowned world traveler who’s been to every corner of the earth, but I feel like I’ve done a reasonable amount of exploration. Plenty of destinations have been worthy of a quick stop, though not likely to be a…
Any business traveler that tells you the life of a road warrior is glorious is, well, lying. Anybody who’s not a road warrior and thinks it’s the awesomest thing in the world, it’s really not. I’ve been very lucky the last few years to…
Just when you thought all the controversy would subside around Dallas Love Field, there appears to be one final chapter. For decades, the Wright Amendment has stifled controlled growth at Love Field. In case you’re not familiar, the short version is that in order…
Most normal people dread getting on a plane for a long flight. There’s the cramped quarters, lack of legroom, bad or non-existent food. While I hate to be away from my family, getting on an airplane has always been productive time for me. Before…
My best friend David recently took a new position that requires him to travel extensively around the world. He’ll likely rack up 200,000 butt-in-seat miles this year as a result of all his travel, which has taken him to some places I don’t expect…
United Airlines is offering a 1,000 mile bonus if you spend $225 on their shopping portal between now and Thursday, September 18th. It’s a relatively short period of time so many of you may not be able to take advantage of it. But, if…
United Airlines sent me a postcard in the mail offering triple miles for flights booked between now and the end of November. I was excited for all of about 90 seconds. It may not be Premium Qualifying Miles, but triple miles is pretty rich. Then,…
Thanks to everyone who took the time to enter my United Airlines beverage voucher giveaway. I found a couple extra laying on my desk while doing spring cleaning 3 months late, so there are a few extra winners. Winners, please shoot me an e-mail…