My opinion is that Qatar Airways offers the best overall business class product in the world, especially its Qsuite business class product. Now it is easy than ever to secure this space with your American Express Membership Rewards points. Qatar Airways Privilege Club Now An American Express Transfer Partner Moving your points to Qatar Airways […]
Review: Qatar Airways 777-300ER Qsuite Business Class

Qsuite Business Class on the Qatar Airways 777-300ER is always a comfortable ride, but the excellent service and delicious catering on my flight from Tokyo to Doha made this particular journey one of my best-ever flights on Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways 777-300ER Qsuite Business Class Review (NRT-DOH) I booked this ticket, with a connection to […]
My Flawless Qatar Airways 777-300ER Qsuite Flight

When I think about the best business class product in the world there is Qatar Airways Qsuite, then there is everything else. My latest 12-hour flight from Tokyo to Doha onboard a 777-300ER merely confirmed what I already knew. Qatar Airways 777-30ER Qsuite – A Flawless Flight I’ve flown Qatar Airways on multiple occasions this […]
Hot Deal: Qatar Airways Qsuites From USA

While now is not the ideal time to book travel, I cannot help but to mention an incredible Qatar Airways fare sale going on now. Fly Qatar Airways Qsuites For Under $1700 R/T From New York Or Philadelphia To Ukraine Qatar Airways Qsuites is one of best (if not the best) overall business class products […]
Qatar Airways First Class vs. Qsuite Business Class

I’ve received many questions asking whether I prefer Qatar Airways First Class or fancy new Qsuite Business Class. Here’s a comparison of the two products. Qatar Airways still offers first class aboard its A380-800 aircraft. Thus far, Qsuite Business Class is only available onboard its 777-300ERs. I’ll be comparing a flight from Doha to Paris […]
Fly Qatar Airways Qsuites for Less Than $2K R/T

You can fly over 26 hours in Qatar Airways’ latest Qsuite Business Class for less than $2,000. One Mile at a Time notes an incredible round-trip fare from Muscat to New York. Return fares start at just $1783.71 r/t. Yes, the trip starts in Muscat, a stable and beautiful country in the Middle East. Indeed, […]
Review: Qatar Airways 777-300ER Qsuite Business Class New York to Doha

After spending the day in the AA Flagship Lounge, it was time to fly to Doha aboard Qatar Airways’ new Qsuite Business Class. The flight departed from Gate 14, jut a few paces from the lounge. I was unable to check-in online since my destination was Vietnam, which requires a visa for U.S. travelers. Instead, […]
Qatar Airways Qsuite: My First Impressions

Hello from Doha. I just completed the 6,705 mile journey from New York to Doha aboard a 777-300ER featuring Qatar Airways’ new Qsuite. The new business class hard product is revolutionary in terms of its privacy and personal space. Photographing the cabin is difficult because the walls of each suite nearly ascend to the level […]
How I Nearly Ruined My Qatar QSuite Trip

As if the yellow fever snafu was not enough, I had a visa issue as well in Bangkok and had to pay dearly for a solution. Yesterday, I had to get from Bangkok (where my cheap Ethiopian Airlines Business Class ticket ended) to Ho Chi Minh City (where my cheap Qatar Airways Business Class ticket […]
Whew! Qsuites Booked from New York to Doha

When I took advantage of the incredible $672 Qatar Airways business class fare in July, I had a strategic choice to make. My outbound is next month and my return is in January. For review purposes, I like daytime flights. But I also wanted to fly Qsuites in one direction and the A350 in the […]
How to Use Your Miles for Qatar’s New QSuite Business Class

Qatar Airways unveiled its next generation business class product today, dubbed QSuite. It is set to premiere on 777-300ER flights between Doha and London this June, but will expand to all 777s and A350s. Here’s your guide to using miles to secure business class on the new aircraft. Qatar Airways Award Space Info One of the […]
3 Reasons I Love Qatar Airways’ New QSuite Business Class

Qatar Airways revealed its new business class product today in Berlin it brands “QSuite, First in Business”. Here’s why I love it. Tour of QSuite Business Class on Qatar Airways First, watch this video describing the new business class product: Three Reasons Why I Love Qatar’s QSuite Business Class How do I love thee? Let me […]
Riyadh Air Reveals Jaw-Dropping 787-9 Premium Business Class Suites With 32-Inch Screens And Sliding Doors

Riyadh Air Reveals 787-9 Cabins, Including Jaw-Dropping “Business Elite” Suites With 32-Inch Screens and Sliding Doors Riyadh Air, the highly anticipated new carrier from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has revealed the interior cabins of its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, and the premium cabins are stunning even while not being revolutionary. With an emphasis on privacy, […]
5 American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots

American Airlines AAdvantage is now the most valuable loyalty program among the three major US network carriers. One reason is because of its both objectively and relatively attractive award redemption charts. Here, I’ll highlight my top five American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots. 5 American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots – Still The Most Valuable Program For […]
Girl Scores Business Class Upgrade After Encounter With Qatar Airways CEO In Doha Airport

A 20-year old student was upgraded to business class for free after a chance encounter with the CEO of Qatar Airways in a Doha coffee shop. There’s a bit more to the story, though. Girl Goes From Stranded In Doha To Qsuite Business Class After Qatar Airways CEO Notices She Is Crying… Julia Jaroslawski is […]
The 10 Best Frequent Flyer Programs…United Airlines Is #3?!

Point.me has released a report on the world’s best frequent flyer programs, with a surprise “bronze” finish for United Airlines MileagePlus. Let’s unpack this list and explore the value of each of the top programs. The 10 Best Frequent Flyer Programs Via Point.me As a reminder, point.me is a service that helps you find frequent […]
The 10 Best Airline Award Ticket Sweet Spots [2024]

Earlier I wrote about how some of the most lucrative award travel redemptions are often the most boring. Here, I want to point out my current list of the 10 best airline award ticket sweet spots. Top 10 Airline Award Ticket Sweet Spots There’s a dividing line between aspirational and practical and my list below […]
Epilogue: Blogging The Middle East Adventure Of A Lifetime

My 2022 Middle East trip report is finally done…three months and 62 segments later. Whew. I want to take a few moments to reflect back on the trip itself and also reflect back on the process of blogging an extended trip report. Blogging An Extended Trip Report + Final Reflections On Middle East Trip I […]
Qatar Airways CEO Offers To Point Out Lufthansa’s “Mistakes”

The CEO of Qatar Airways has graciously offered to fly the new first class and business class products on Lufthansa and offer personal consultation to the CEO of Lufthansa on the “mistakes” that were made. Just another press conference for Akbar Al Baker… Qatar Airways CEO On New Lufthansa Business And First Class Product I […]
Review: Qatar Airways A330-300 “First Class” Doha – Amman

Qatar Airways sells its forward cabin as “first class” on flights within the Middle East. While the seat is identical to what is sold as business class on other routes, there are minor differences in service both on the ground and in the air that distinguish business from first class. I flew first class on […]