Dots, Lines & Destinations – Page 50 – Exploring the world with points, miles and a bit of crazy.

The image shows a section of the Great Wall of China on a foggy day. The stone pathway is flanked by brick walls with small rectangular openings. The visibility is low due to the dense fog, giving the scene a mysterious and serene atmosphere. The path curves and ascends into the mist, disappearing from view.

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DLD 77: The China Clipper

Another mistake fare in the news this week, this time on American Airlines in business class to China. Delta is changing Medallion qualification rules slightly for the better and United gave its lounge food offerings a bump up. Also, Ryanair may actually fly TATL, or it might not.Read more

The image shows a Bombardier CS300 aircraft inside a well-lit hangar. In the foreground, there are large ice sculptures spelling out "CS300." The aircraft is partially visible behind the ice sculptures, with its nose and part of the fuselage in view. The hangar's ceiling and lighting fixtures are also visible.

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DLD 76: To Bump or Not to Bump?

The DoT stops being quite so consumer-friendly while Bombardier has the first flight of a plane it claims is much more passenger-friendly. SPG & Uber team up and LaGuardia might go long(ish)-haul. Plus some thoughts on taking a bump.Read more

The image shows an aerial view of a complex highway interchange with multiple overpasses and ramps intersecting. The wing of an airplane is visible in the foreground, indicating that the photo was taken from inside the aircraft. The surrounding area includes various buildings, roads, and green spaces.

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DLD 75: That day SHARES was more accurate than SABRE

How did SHARES best Sabre? Ask American Airlines and its 787 inaugural flight. Plus a lost wallet, two programs going variable on award prices and a mistake fare which raises all sorts of questions.Read more

The image shows a row of old military jet aircraft displayed outdoors on a grassy area. The jets are lined up in a parallel formation, with their noses facing the same direction. The aircraft are gray with green nose cones and have various markings and numbers on their fuselages. There are small informational plaques in front of some of the jets, indicating that this is likely an aircraft museum or display area. The background includes some leafless trees and a slightly overcast sky.

DLD 74: New seats, big and small

This week's episode talks about new seats coming, some much more comfy that others. Also a promo on the horizon from SPG and American gives a nod to its history.Read more

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DLD 73: What’s a suite without a dragon??

On this week's show we're talking in and about Krakow, Poland. The aviation museum is an #AvGeek mecca and the show may include a vodka tasting. Also, stories about passengers flying without pants.Read more

The image shows a close-up view of the side of a Qatar Airways airplane. The word "QATAR" is prominently displayed in large, bold, pink letters on the white fuselage of the aircraft. Several passenger windows are visible along the side of the plane. The background includes a clear sky and part of the airport tarmac.

DLD 72: A350 Special Edition

Qatar Airways took delivery of the very first A350 in late December. In early January they had a party to show off the new toy. And we were at the event with a special guest.Read more

DLD 71: Merry New Year!

Happy new year! Today we're talking about airline PR blunders, plans for 2015 and how the new mileage earning rules are changing behavior (or not).Read more

The image shows a close-up view of the engines of an airplane on an airport tarmac. In the background, there is an airport control tower and some airport buildings. The sky appears to be overcast.

DLD 70: A Christmas Miracle

Merry Christmas from the DLD crew! This week we're talking fuel hedges, hotel buyouts and just how compelling mega bonus miles can be. Plus, we've got a special guest, David Huberman, on the show.Read more

The image shows an airport gate information display. The display indicates the gate number "C-14" and flight number "UA 847." The destination is listed as "CITY TEST TEST," with a departure time of "8:35 PM." The status of the flight is "ON TIME." The bottom part of the display has the text "STAR ALLIANCE."

DLD 69: Mr. Tilton, I presume

Today we're tackling a serious question from a former UA loyalist who is looking to spread his wings elsewhere. We'll call him Mr. Tilton to protect the innocent.Read more

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