Here is a look into my portfolio of credit cards, and how I use them, including the cancelled cards this quarter. 2 Additions, One Cancellation. And some reshuffling at how I look at things for now.
What’s in my wallet: Q2 2025?
About Ajay
Singapore Airlines refreshes Thali served on board for First and Business Class passengers
Singapore Airlines has revamped the Thalis, which serves the first and business class customers of the airline on board their flights to and from India. The thalis are designed by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who is a member of the ICP Panel of the airline.
Marriott to buy CitizenM Hotels
Marriott is adding another hotel brand to its roster: called CitizenM. Here are the details.
Etihad launches its Airbus A321LR with a First Class cabin on board
Etihad has today showcased the product for their new Airbus A321LR aircraft which will join the fleet soon, and, it has sported a First Class on board as well. Look inside for more details.
Air India hit by flight diversions due to Pakistan Airspace Closure
A whole bunch of Air India long-haul flights have had to divert to new destinations because the Pakistani Airspace closed while they were airborne. Here are the details.
Pakistan Airspace closed to Indian airlines with immediate effect
Pakistan Airspace has been closed to Indian carriers. This will mean that many Indian airlines operating flights will have to circumvent Pakistan through the Arabian Sea, and hence delays may be expected for flights.
ITA Airways offering Status Match for the rest of 2025 on their Volare Loyalty Programme
ITA Airways is offering its status match opportunity yet again, and Lufthansa is offering a status match to existing Volare customers. Here are the details of the opportunity.
Air India/Express, IndiGo and Akasa offering free change and cancellation on operations to/from Kashmir in April 2025
Due to the unfortunate incidents in Kashmir, all major Indian carriers are offering a change and cancellation waiver for flights to and from Srinagar. Others are also offering extra flights today on April 23, 2025 to help more people leave Srinagar.
Rakuten offering 40$ signup bonus, its best ever.
Rakuten is offering a 40$ credit for those who sign up via a referral. Here are the details.
Emirates Skywards “Double Tier Miles” Promotion
Emirates Skywards has launched a new promotion, whereby they are offering double tier miles for everyone who registers for and books tickets on Emirates/FlyDubai in the coming fortnight, for travel through June 20, 2025.
What to do with your Vistara co-brand cards? Hold them!
Here is what I am thinking about my Air India / Vistara co-brand cards. What are you doing about them?
