The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Races Into Louisville With Added Kentucky Derby Week Flights
The countdown to Kentucky’s biggest weekend is officially on. Earlier this week, I wrote… The post American Airlines Races Into Louisville With Added Kentucky Derby Week Flights appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Meet N471US: The $70 Million DHS ‘Sex Plane’ That Secretary Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski Flew
The Department of Homeland Security is buying a lavish $70 million Boeing 737 MAX dubbed the "sex plane," and the Wall Street Journal reveals Secretary Kristi Noem traveled aboard the jet with Corey Lewandowski, fueling long-standing reports of their extramarital relationship.
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Influencer’s Mid-Flight Flirt Disaster Goes Viral—Oblivious Guy Needs Multiple Notes To Realize What’s Happening
An influencer’s mid-flight attempt at romance hilariously misfired when the oblivious guy across the aisle completely missed her subtle (and then not-so-subtle) hints. Her awkward efforts—and his total confusion—quickly went viral, turning an everyday Sydney-Melbourne flight into comedy gold.
Your Mileage May Vary
Southwest Admits Its New Boarding System Isn’t Working — and Says These Fixes Are Coming
After weeks of passenger complaints, Southwest says it’s adjusting its new boarding and seating process to reduce confusion and delays, confirming to CBS News that early fixes are already being…
Your Mileage May Vary
Why a “Double Bed” in Europe Isn’t What Americans Think
When you book a hotel room in the U.S., you probably don’t think too hard about the bed description. King. Queen. Double. Two Queens. Those words usually mean something specific…
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Why Planes Aren’t Allowed to Stop on Airport Bridges
There are plenty of airport signs you can ignore without consequence. And then there are the ones that make you do a double-take… even when you’re sitting in seat 18C…
View from the Wing
Delta Just Gave Employees $1.3 Billion in Bonuses Plus Announced Raises—While American and United Workers Get Left Behind
Delta Air Lines just handed out a staggering $1.3 billion in profit-sharing bonuses today, giving employees roughly an extra month’s pay—and announced another round of salary raises. Meanwhile, workers at American and United are left with little to no bonuses, highlighting a dramatic gap in compensation and morale across U.S....
The Gate with Brian Cohen
This Premium Credit Card Benefit Came Through For Me. Again.
This premium credit card benefit came through for me again — and it covered the majority of my annual fee on two cards that I used for a recent trip that was snowballed due to a significant snowstorm. I use a premium credit card for travel purchases because... The post This Premium...
View from the Wing
Southwest Flight Attendants Furious After Airline Moves Their Bags To Back Of Plane: “Passengers Will Steal Them!”
Southwest Airlines flight attendants are furious after the airline decided to relocate their reserved overhead bin space from the front to the back of the aircraft—sparking fears their belongings could be stolen. The change, meant to solve chaotic boarding issues following the airline’s switch to assigned seating, has triggered immediate...
Your Mileage May Vary
Everyday American “Luxuries” Europeans Say They’re Jealous Of
People often assume that life in the U.S. and Europe looks broadly similar, especially in countries with comparable wealth and infrastructure. But when Reddit asked Europeans what Americans have every…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Quietly Appoints New Head Of Customer Experience And Boy Does She Have Her Work Cut Out
British Airways has quietly appointed a new head of customer experience after the last person in the role suddenly announced he was quitting after less than four years, following a series of cost-cutting scandals that further rocked the airline’s reputation. While there’s still no official announcement from British Airways, sources...
Live from a Lounge
Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes)
Virgin Atlantic is offering Status Match opportunities in 2026, with an amazing offer for enhanced status for British Airways Elite Tiers. The post Virgin Atlantic Launches an Enhanced Status Match (matching both British Airways and Air India loyalty programmes) appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Luggage Sale For Valentine’s Day.
If you need new luggage or a replacement bag for the next time you travel, you can save money with this Luggage Sale for Valentine’s Day on your purchase of select items from eleven different companies — some through their sales for a limited time; and others which offer free...
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Use o pontos + dinheiro na transferência da Esfera para o Azul Fidelidade – milheiro a partir de R$ 12,50
Conforme publicamos aqui, o Azul Fidelidade está com uma oferta em parceria com a Esfera, onde é possível conseguir até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Neste artigo, vamos mostrar como é possível gerar o milheiro Esfera por R$ 25, ou seja, um milheiro Azul por até R$ 12,50. Atenção:...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aviões supersônicos de passageiros podem voltar aos céus a partir de 2030
Aviões supersônicos de passageiros podem voltar aos céus europeus já na década de 2030, segundo uma análise da Agência Europeia para a Segurança da Aviação (EASA), que projeta milhares de voos anuais em alta velocidade. Projeções da EASA para voos supersônicos De acordo com o estudo citado pela EASA, o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis no Centro-Oeste brasileiro com diárias a partir de R$ 158
Se o seu próximo destino é o Centro-Oeste, comece por aqui! No artigo de hoje, selecionamos hotéis Accor em Brasília, Goiânia, Campo Grande e Cuiabá com diárias a partir de R$ 158. Confira nossa seleção e planeje sua próxima viagem. Hotéis Accor no Centro-Oeste Aqui você encontra as sugestões de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transfira pontos da Esfera para o Azul Fidelidade com até 100% de bônus
O Azul Fidelidade acaba de lançar uma nova oferta em parceria com a Esfera. Desta vez, está oferecendo aos seus clientes até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes desta promoção válida até o dia 18 de fevereiro. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a Azul está em...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Carnaval Sam’s Club! Ganhe R$ 95 de desconto na 1ª compra + cupons de R$ 75 para você e seu adicional grátis
Aproveite o Carnaval com o Sam’s Club! Em parceria com o Pontos pra Voar, assinando o clube você garante R$ 95 de desconto na sua primeira compra em loja física. Além disso, você ganha 2 cupons de R$ 75 para usar no app ou site, um para você e outro...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 13 de fevereiro de 2026
A última edição do Radar PPV da semana está no ar! A seguir, veja as principais ofertas e oportunidades que nossa equipe encontrou. Radar PPV A Smiles está oferecendo até 14 milhas por real gasto em 3 parceiros. Além disso, decidiu prorrogar a promoção oferecendo até 70% de bônus na...
Brazil
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Emirates promove experiência gastronômica brasileira em rotas para São Paulo e Rio
Para celebrar o Carnaval, a Emirates implementará um menu especial e programação temática a bordo em voos entre Dubai e o Brasil, com pratos inspirados na culinária brasileira e seleção dedicada de filmes e músicas nacionais disponíveis em todas as classes. A Emirates anunciou uma programação especial a bordo para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Passagens nacionais a partir de 3.747 milhas LATAM Pass
Chegou a hora de transformar suas milhas em viagens inesquecíveis! No Alerta de Passagens do Pontos Pra Voar de hoje, veja passagens nacionais a partir de 3.747 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Confira os detalhes a seguir e aproveite. Passagens nacionais com milhas LATAM Pass Atenção: A busca dessas emissões...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos C6 Bank
Quer receber bônus na transferência de pontos? A campanha do Azul Fidelidade com o C6 Bank se encerra hoje. Nesta oferta, os clientes recebem até 100% de bônus no envio de pontos. Abaixo, confira os detalhes desta promoção. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a Azul está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Assine o Clube Smiles 1.000 e ganhe 15.000 milhas na hora da assinatura
A Smiles volta com mais uma oportunidade aos interessados no Clube Smiles 1.000. Nesta oferta, novos assinantes recebem 15.000 milhas na hora da adesão. A campanha fica disponível até as 10h do dia 23 de fevereiro, e a seguir você confere todas as condições. Clube 1.000 Smiles em promoção O bônus...
Brazil
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Conta global multimoedas, IOF zero e cashback em dólar – por que viajar com a AstroPay
Se você está com viagem marcada (ou pelo menos pesquisando passagem), provavelmente já resolveu hotel, roteiro e até chip internacional. Mas ainda está naquela dúvida clássica: qual conta global ou cartão usar lá fora? Essa decisão, que parece detalhe, costuma definir quanto você realmente vai pagar no fim da viagem....
Brazil
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Promoção Flying Blue no ar! Resgate passagens a partir de 7.500 milhas
Estamos de volta com mais uma edição Flying Blue! O programa da Air France e KLM está com novas ofertas: resgate voos pela Europa a partir de 7.500 milhas e intercontinentais a partir de 18.750 milhas. Vamos aos principais detalhes desta promoção atual. Promoção Flying Blue O programa Flying Blue...
Brazil
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Qatar Airways fecha parceria com terminal BTG em Garulhos
A Qatar Airways fechou uma parceria com o Terminal BTG Pactual no Aeroporto Internacional de Guarulhos, e passa a oferecer aos seus passageiros o serviço premium “The Wing”, com embarque e desembarque internacional em área exclusiva, transfer privativo e atendimento personalizado mediante pagamento à parte, ampliando as opções de experiência...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Veja três promoções oferecendo até 15 pontos Azul Fidelidade por real gasto que acabam hoje
Precisando fazer umas comprinhas e quer aproveitar para turbinar o saldo de pontos? Hoje, dia 13 de fevereiro, três ofertas terminam no Azul Fidelidade, onde é possível ganhar até 15 pontos por cada real gasto. Vamos aos detalhes! Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a Azul está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Conheça Amsterdã a partir de 54.400 milhas Smiles
No Alerta PPV de hoje, reunimos oportunidades para Amsterdã, com valores a partir de 54.400 milhas Smiles + taxas. Confira a lista completa e aproveite para emitir sua viagem para a Europa gastando menos milhas! Passagens para Amsterdã com milhas Smiles Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada no momento...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM anuncia aumento de voos e nova rota para Argentina
A LATAM Airlines vai ampliar sua presença na Argentina com reforço de voos a partir de São Paulo e Rio de Janeiro, incluindo operação diária para Rosário e a estreia da rota entre o Galeão e o Aeroparque, em Buenos Aires. Novidades importantes para os viajantes de São Paulo e...
Brazil
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Reserve hotéis ibis pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 167
Planejando a próxima viagem? Você sabe que uma boa estadia faz uma boa viagem, não é mesmo?! Pensando nisso, hoje listamos opções de hotéis ibis pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 167. Descubra os destinos a seguir e aproveite. Hotéis ibis pelo Brasil Estes são alguns dos hotéis...
Brazil
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Air Canada anuncia aquisição do Airbus A350-1000
De olho na próxima fase de crescimento global, a Air Canada confirmou a aquisição do Airbus A350-1000, aeronave capaz de operar rotas de até 9.000 milhas náuticas. As entregas começam em 2030 e devem ampliar a flexibilidade da companhia em mercados intercontinentais de alta demanda. A Air Canada anunciou na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Viaje para São Paulo a partir de 2.800 pontos Azul Fidelidade
No Alerta PPV de hoje, encontramos ótimas oportunidades pelo programa Azul Fidelidade para emitir passagens com destino a São Paulo a partir de 2.800 pontos + taxas. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite para garantir sua emissão enquanto ainda há disponibilidade! Passagens para São Paulo com pontos Azul Fidelidade...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Copa Airlines e ANA firmam parceria para conectar sete capitais do Brasil ao Japão
Passageiros de sete capitais brasileiras passam a contar com uma nova rota ao Japão sem necessidade de deslocamento prévio até São Paulo, através do acordo entre Copa Airlines e ANA, que utiliza o Panamá como ponto de conexão e promete encurtar o trajeto, sobretudo para o Norte e Nordeste. A...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogado! Smiles oferece 70% de bônus na transferência de pontos
A Smiles prorrogou sua campanha, oferecendo aos seus clientes 70% de bônus na transferência de pontos de todos os parceiros, exceto Esfera. Agora, a promoção é válida até o final do dia de hoje, 13 de fevereiro, e você confere todos os detalhes abaixo. Promoção Smiles e parceiros Nesta campanha de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Banco do Brasil terá salas VIP próprias em Guarulhos e Brasília
Em meio à disputa dos grandes bancos pelo público de maior renda, o Banco do Brasil confirmou a abertura de duas salas VIP próprias em aeroportos estratégicos e indicou que estuda novas localidades. A medida acompanha metas de expansão no Private Bank, aumento da carteira de crédito e crescimento na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abasteça e receba 4% de cashback com Banco Inter e Shell Box
Sexta-feira você já sabe! O banco Inter solta a famosa oportunidade onde pode garantir 4% de cashback em abastecimentos realizados pelo Shell Box, uma forma simples de reduzir o custo em um gasto recorrente. A seguir, veja como funciona a promoção e como aproveitar o benefício. 4% de cashback no...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Delta lança coleção exclusiva de berloques inspirados em viagens
Delta lança coleção exclusiva de berloques em parceria com a Jet Set Candy, oferecendo peças que transformam destinos da malha aérea da companhia em joias colecionáveis. A Delta Air Lines passou a oferecer, em sua loja oficial online, uma coleção exclusiva de berloques em parceria com a marca norte-americana Jet...
Live and Let’s Fly
13.5 Hours in EVA 777-300ER Business Class…
My longhaul flight on EVA Air onboard a 777-300ER in business class from Taipei to Chicago was a reminder that some things are best left unchanged. The longhaul product is remarkably consistent on EVA, even though the product is more than a decade old. EVA Air 777-300ER Business Class –...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Whoah! Now That’s What You Call Dedication: United Airlines Fan Creates Operations Dashboard That Anyone Can Use
There are lots of apps and websites out there for airline enthusiasts to indulge their passion, from the likes of the popular flight tracking app Flight Radar 24, or the Flyer Talk forum, but one United Airlines fan discovered that none of these sites fulfilled his needs. That’s why Jonah...

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Live and Let’s Fly
Report: Kristi Noem Fired 737-8 MAX Pilot For Leaving Her Blanket Behind
A new report has raised questions about leadership, decision-making, and internal personnel practices at the Department of Homeland Security under Secretary Kristi Noem and her senior adviser Corey Lewandowski, but what really caught my attention was a crazy incident that required firing a pilot over a blanket. DHS Pilot Fired...
One Mile at a Time
Staying At The Park Hyatt Tokyo: An Iconic Hotel That’s Worth A Visit!
I just had the chance to spend a couple of nights at the 171-key Park Hyatt Tokyo, a stay I booked at the last minute with World of Hyatt points.
View from the Wing
Passenger Demands Student Give Up Her $7,000 Business Seat for Daughter in Coach—Calls Her ‘Ungrateful’ As Flight Attendant Steps In
A college student bought herself a $7,000 business-class ticket to Dubai as a graduation gift—but moments after settling into her seat, another passenger demanded she downgrade to coach so her daughter could have it, loudly calling her "ungrateful" when she refused until a flight attendant finally intervened.
The Bulkhead Seat
Cupid’s Cargo: How Delta Delivers Valentine’s Day Roses Across the United States
Every February, love takes flight in more ways than one. As millions prepare to… The post Cupid’s Cargo: How Delta Delivers Valentine’s Day Roses Across the United States appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Breaking my nonrefundable rule, more of Bilt’s rocky rollout, luxury booking experience compared and more (Week in Review)
As a general rule, I don’t make nonrefundable travel reservations. I broke that rule…and was promptly reminded why I ordinarily live by that rule. Earlier this week, I booked a completely non-refundable flight (in this case, a cash ticket) three days before departure. About 30 hours later, one of my...
Pointalize
IHG Ambassador: Is It Worth It?
Is IHG Ambassador worth the $225 fee in 2026? We review the benefits, including the free weekend night, guaranteed upgrades, and instant Platinum status.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Opens Once in a Decade Opportunity For Flight Attendants To Move To ‘Dream Location’
United Airlines is offering a once-in-a-decade opportunity for its flight attendants to transfer to a ‘dream location’ where they get to work for a U.S.-based airline but don’t actually have to live in the United States. That location is none other than London – the last remaining flight attendant base...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines is Selling Elite Status Starting at Only $79
Spirit Airlines is working its way through its second bankruptcy and seems to have… The post Spirit Airlines is Selling Elite Status Starting at Only $79 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Sad End for 747 Hotel, Radiation Impacts 6000 Jets, Moldy Vegan Airline Food, Gross Brown Carnival Tap Water and More Travel News!
Here are this week’s cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Boeing 747-200 was retired and turned into world’s first plane hotel but now it has a sad fate This Upstart River Cruise Brand Is Making Waves in Europe with High-end Ships and Top-notch Cuisine Shocking Scene...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: Arajet Boeing 737 MAX 8 Extra – MIA-PUJ
I wanted to take the inaugural flight from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to… The post Flight Review: Arajet Boeing 737 MAX 8 Extra – MIA-PUJ appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
You Are Travel
Hyatt to Open Andaz-Branded Mountain Resort in Utah in 2029
​tl;dr – This will be the first Andaz hotel in Utah. ​An intriguing new Andaz property is slated… The post Hyatt to Open Andaz-Branded Mountain Resort in Utah in 2029 appeared first on You Are Travel.
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Chase Points To Virgin Atlantic Flying Club With 40% Bonus
The Chase Ultimate Rewards program has just introduced its latest transfer bonus, and it’s one that some people might find to be worthwhile, as this is quite a big bonus. Let’s cover the details…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Is Now Letting Passengers Know If Wi-Fi Is Not On Their Flight… Why Did It Take So Long?
British Airways is now proactively sending notifications to passengers to let them know that Wi-Fi might not be available on their flight, an acknowledgement, perhaps, that in-flight Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury or gimmick but a necessity for travelers wanting to use the flight time to catch up with...
Live from a Lounge
Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026
Here are the upcoming changes to the Air India network, where the 787s are taking over many routes. The post Air India’s new 787-9 and refurbished 787-8 to take on London Heathrow routes in Summer 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
PointsMath
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes February 2026 Promo Rewards
The latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes reward is here. As always, there are great opportunities to use Krisflyer miles for several amazing destinations. The discount on eligible KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes award flights is 30%. Here are the details on the February 2026 KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes. Related: KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Current Promo...
PointsMath
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Rules and How It Works
Singapore Airlines, one of the best Airlines in the world, runs a monthly promo rewards program, “KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes,” where select flights can be booked at a discount for a limited period. This Guide tells what the KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes are and how they work. How does KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Now Faces a Flight Attendant Backlash As Hand Luggage Woes Grow
It’s not only passengers at Southwest Airlines who are unhappy with the Dallas-based carrier’s new hand luggage and boarding rules; the airline is also facing a growing backlash from its own flight attendants who are unhappy with Southwest’s plans to sort out the mess. Central to the new complaints from...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Expands Hawaiian Flights With New and Returning Routes Along With Increased Capacity
Delta Air Lines is boosting its presence in the Aloha State with its largest-ever… The post Delta Expands Hawaiian Flights With New and Returning Routes Along With Increased Capacity appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Amex Delta Gold vs. Delta Platinum – which is better? (New Higher Offers)
Several Amex Delta credit cards currently have all-time high signup bonuses. Looking at the Delta Gold vs. Delta Platinum cards - how can you decide which is better?
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul – Growing Old in Style
Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul Growing Old in Style Time for a new country to tick off. Let’s enter Turkey properly, and head off to my residence of the night – The Sheraton Levant.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old....
Frequent Miler
Kimpton RiverPlace, Portland (Fine Hotels + Resorts®): Bottom Line Review
Last year, my wife and I made a terrific weekend in Portland, Oregon, out of a concert and two Fine Hotels + Resorts® (FHR) credits that we received from our American Express Platinum® cards. We decided to try out the Kimpton RiverPlace, sitting attractively astride the banks of the Willamette...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Whales in Charlotte Bay in Antarctica
Our agenda after we spent the morning at both Meusnier Point on the continent and in Recess Cove and then enjoying lunch during the first full day in Antarctica was for all of us to cruise around Charlotte Bay in zodiacs and keep an eye out for whales. The reason why...
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ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES: Launches flights to Melbourne, Australia in 2028
Ethiopian Airlines, Star Alliance member and Africa’s largest airline, is reported as having confirmed it is targeting 2028 for its Australian debut. Group CEO Mesfin Tasew says the carrier will need roughly two years to secure the wide-body aircraft required for the ultra-long-haul mission to Australia’s east coast. “We will...
Frequent Miler
Private Island ultra-all-inclusive barefoot luxury: $2,500 rebate | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep345 | 2-13-26
In today’s podcast, we’ll talk about why you might not want to toss out that United credit card mailer, how Bilt has led us to coin a new term, and how Calala Island wants to pay you to book with points! Private Island ultra-all-inclusive barefoot luxury: $2,500 rebate Watch the...