Archive | From the Tray Table

My Upgrade Math Playbook, New Lie-Flat Finder, Etihad's 4-Suite First, and More

Sep 14, 2026

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5 min read

My Upgrade Math Playbook, New Lie-Flat Finder, Etihad's 4-Suite First, and More

A new tool for finding domestic lie-flats. Plus, my framework for buying an upgrade, extra points at Marriott and Hyatt, and much more.

Zach Griff

Testing Apple's Foldable, $291 for Flagship First, Hyatt's Switcheroo, and More

Sep 11, 2026

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5 min read

Testing Apple's Foldable, $291 for Flagship First, Hyatt's Switcheroo, and More

I'm back from Cupertino, where Apple unveiled five new products. Plus, Hyatt is teaming up with Delta, Amex's hidden airline discounts, and much more.

Zach Griff

Delta Slashes 5 Routes, Wi-Fi Problems, Weirdest Seat Ever, and More

Sep 9, 2026

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6 min read

Delta Slashes 5 Routes, Wi-Fi Problems, Weirdest Seat Ever, and More

Plus, gate passes return, Frontier flees JFK, a lucrative limited-time offer launches, and much more.

Zach Griff

A 4 a.m. Hotel Fail, Emirates' Best Seat Yet, Win a Suitcase, and More

Sep 4, 2026

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5 min read

A 4 a.m. Hotel Fail, Emirates' Best Seat Yet, Win a Suitcase, and More

I'm back with a hotel recommendation and a grudge. Plus, Emirates' new premium economy, two Amex Offers worth adding, and much more.

Zach Griff

American's 70-Suite Jet, Southwest's First Lounges, Meal Hack, and More

Sep 2, 2026

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5 min read

American's 70-Suite Jet, Southwest's First Lounges, Meal Hack, and More

I'm onboard a special charter on American's new flagship jet. Plus, the September edit, a lucrative new transfer partner, getting a tastier meal, and much more.

Zach Griff