Looking Back: My Top Posts of 2025
Now that the calendar has flipped to 2026, and as I approach my 1-year anniversary on BoardingArea, I…
Using the Chase Sapphire Reserve Dining Credit was Easier than Expected
When Chase increased the annual fee of the Sapphire Reserve to $795 over the summer, I was on…
Lounge Access When Flying Southwest: Escape Lounge Tulsa
One of the drawbacks of flying Southwest is that they do not (yet!) operate their own airport lounges. …
Deadline Mode: How I’m Strategically Chasing My Final Hyatt Milestone
I entered December with 33 elite nights with Hyatt, but I really wanted to stretch for 40 nights…
The Unexpected Issue with Southwest’s New Free WiFi
Starting in late October, Southwest made WiFi free for all Rapid Rewards members on every flight. Free WiFi…
Oops! Forgotten Promo Just Earned 30,000 Hyatt Points
Conventional miles and points wisdom is to register for every promotion just in case you end up having…
Turned Away from a Half-Empty Chase Sapphire Lounge
Back in June, I was able to spend a few hours in the Chase Sapphire Lounge PHX and…
What Would Your Favorite Airline Look Like with a Credit Card Inspired Design?
Maybe it was a post-Thanksgiving food coma, but I had a strange idea this weekend: Since airlines love…
I Was About to Cancel My Southwest Business Card — Here’s How I Made the Most of It First
In the wake of all of the changes Southwest rolled out earlier this year, I knew I was…
Southwest Retrofit Hunt, IHG Flubs, and Tulsa Lounge Impressions: My Weekly Travel Review
I’ve had quite a few Southwest flights over the last few months and I continue to be surprised…