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Rumor: Category 10 Hotels, Super Peak Pricing, And A $795 Premium Credit Card Could Redefine World of Hyatt
Several of you have sent me a reddit post that purports to leak big changes coming to the World of Hyatt program. While these changes are unconfirmed at this point, let’s unpack them as they are very specific and, unfortunately, almost exactly what I expected (with a couple of twists)....
Eye of the Flyer
Australian Maritime Safety Authority Probes Carnival Following Crew Whistleblower Allegations
My wife and I are just back home after one of the most amazing trips and cruises ever that took us first to New Zealand and ending in Sydney, Australia. I will have a full trip report up after a bit, but while down under a news report that filled...
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A Woman Refused to Move One Seat at an Airport—Petty Revenge Followed
A family asked for one small courtesy at a packed Paris airport. One passenger’s refusal didn’t go as planned. Airports rarely have enough seating at the gates for everyone waiting…
Eye of the Flyer
Couple Kicked Off 13+ Hour Qantas A380-800 in Business Class for Being Rude!
My wife and I, just last week, returned home from Sydney on Friday the 13th 2026, Australia and had the chance to fly for the first time on a Qantas A380 in business class (review up in a bit). Boarding was a bit of a mess because of a small...
Frequent Miler
Amex Platinum: The card most frequent flyers should have, but rarely use
Despite the eye-watering $895 annual fee, the American Express Platinum Card® is a great choice for most frequent flyers. Get the card for its welcome bonus, keep the card for its perks, and justify the cost with its many valuable credits. The card won’t be a fit for everyone, but I think that...
Your Mileage May Vary
Hotels Are Quietly Cutting Free Breakfast — and It Matters a Lot More for Some Travelers Than Others
As chains like Hyatt and Marriott rethink complimentary breakfast, solo travelers may barely notice — but families and loyalty members could feel the hit immediately. For decades, complimentary hotel breakfast…
Your Mileage May Vary
Amex Transfer Partners Ranked (S to F): The Ones I’d Use — and the Ones I’d Skip
American Express Membership Rewards has a long list of transfer partners. But I don’t rank these based on theory. I rank them based on reality — the programs I’ve actually…
2PAXfly
NEW ROUTES 2026: Turkish Airlines plays long game—Australia’s almost-direct route to Europe
There are some exciting developments of routes that Australians can take between East Coast Australia and Europe. Some are non-traditional, some use newly available ultra long haul aircraft, and some are just airlines with extra aircraft expanding their route structures to add the continent of Australia to their network. This...
One Mile at a Time
New Emirates 777 Business Class: A Competitive Product At Last!
Hello from Germany, as I just flew Emirates Boeing 777-300ER business class on the 6hr35min flight from Dubai (DXB) to Frankfurt (FRA). I was excited about this flight, as it was operated by one of Emirates’ newly retrofitted 777s, featuring the carrier’s new business class.
View from the Wing
‘Stunk The Entire Flight’: American Airlines Flight Attendant Shocked By Foot Odor So Bad Passenger Hid Under A Blanket [Roundup]
An American Airlines flight attendant recounts an overwhelming foot odor so intense it forced another passenger to hide under a blanket for the entire flight. Plus, hotels dropping breakfast, United flight attendants see quick path to a new contract, and Thompson San Antonio faces foreclosure.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Woman Arrested For Abandoning Dog At Las Vegas Airport After Being Told She Didn’t Have Necesaary Paperwork
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has revealed that it arrested a lone female traveler at Harry Reid International Airport after she allegedly abandoned her two-year-old golden doodle at the check-in counter when she learned she needed paperwork to travel with the dog as a service animal. The incident occurred...
One Mile at a Time
Wow: Huge United MileagePlus Changes Make Program All About Credit Cards
Nowadays the major airlines in the United States earn much of their profits from their loyalty programs, and in particular, their co-branded credit card businesses. Even though the ”big three” carriers are already raking in billions per year from these programs, they still see a lot of upside.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Woman Faces Threat of 20 Years in Federal Prison For Kicking Etihad Airways Flight Attendant During 15 Hour Flight to Washington Dulles
A US citizen who was flying on a recent Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Washington Dulles (IAD) faces the threat of spending up to 20 years in prison after she was arrested and charged with interference with flight crew members and assault. 40-year-old Sophiyaa Sahu has been held...
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Pontos pra Voar
United reduz acúmulo de milhas no MileagePlus e anuncia cartão co-branded no Brasil
A United Airlines anunciou duas mudanças para membros brasileiros do MileagePlus: a partir de abril de 2026, o acúmulo de milhas em voos será reduzido, enquanto a companhia prepara o lançamento de um cartão de crédito co-branded no país, que promete oferecer pontuação adicional e novos benefícios vinculados ao programa....
Brazil
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Sextou com novo cupom Mercado Livre com até R$60 OFF!
Sextou com cupom ML na área! Tem cupom novo do Mercado Livre liberado para quem quer economizar nas próximas compras! Com ele, dá para garantir até R$ 60 OFF em pedidos acima de R$ 79. Corra para aproveitar! Cupons Mercado Livre Em produtos selecionados No momento, há um cupom disponível...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turkish Airlines atinge 500 aeronaves e planeja dobrar frota em dez anos
Turkish Airlines celebra marco histórico com evento em Istambul e projeta expansão para 1.000 aeronaves nos próximos dez anos, consolidando presença em seis continentes. A Turkish Airlines incorporou à sua frota a 500ª aeronave, consolidando um ciclo de expansão acelerado nas últimas duas décadas e sinalizando uma nova etapa de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Livelo com até 54% de desconto na compra de pontos
A Livelo liberou mais uma edição da sua promoção de compra de pontos, com até 54% de desconto. A oferta é válida somente até hoje, dia 20 de fevereiro, então vale a pena conferir os detalhes e aproveitar enquanto ainda está disponível. Estrutura do Desconto 54% de desconto – Assinantes...
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PointsMag
Warum die American Express Business Platinum für Unternehmer wirtschaftlicher ist als klassische Kreditkarten
In wirtschaftlich angespannten Zeiten, in denen du als Unternehmer gezielt nach Einsparungen suchst, wirken 850 Euro Jahresgebühr für… Weiterlesen Warum die American Express Business Platinum für Unternehmer wirtschaftlicher ist als klassische Kreditkarten by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Garanta R$ 245 em descontos no Carnaval Sam’s Club
Aproveite as últimas horas do Carnaval Sam’s Club! Nesta oferta, ao assinar o clube, você ganha 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 para o seu adicional...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 19 de fevereiro de 2026
Bem-vindos a mais uma edição do Radar PPV! Mesmo em ritmo mais calmo nesta quinta-feira, nossa equipe monitorou as oportunidades e separou os principais destaques do dia para você acompanhar tudo que está rolando. Radar PPV A Livelo lançou novas ofertas com até 12 pontos por real em lojas parceiras...
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【限定ポッドキャスト】AMEXクレカ付帯の各種クレジットの回収方法！
内容的には <AMEX Personal Platinum>– Airline($200)-– Hotel（半年ごとに$300）– Saks（半年ごとに$50）– Resy（3か月ごとに$100）– Lululemon（3か月ごとに$75）– Uber（$200） <AMEX Business Platinum>– Hotel Credit（半年ごとに$300）– Dell Credit – Hilton Credit（半年ごとに$50）– Wireless Credit (毎月$10) など、楽しく話しています^^ Amex Platinumレビュ Amex Business Platinumレビュー オンラインコミュニティの詳しい説明はこちらです。 The post 【限定ポッドキャスト】AMEXクレカ付帯の各種クレジットの回収方法！ first appeared on アメリカ在住陸マイラー.
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Pontos pra Voar
Grupo de Promoções do PPV – Aproveite milhas turbinadas, cashback e desconto
Fazer o dinheiro render é usar cada oferta com estratégia. No Grupo de Promoções do Pontos pra Voar, você tem acesso a oportunidades de milhas e cashback Pagando o equivalente a R$ 19,62/mês no plano anual à vista. Não perca mais tempo e venha fazer parte dessa comunidade agora mesmo....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turismo internacional bate 1,5 bilhão de viagens e pode chegar a 2 bilhões em 2030
Número bastante significativo foi alcançado no ano de 2025: 1,5 bilhões  de chegadas no turismo internacional. De acordo com relatório divulgado pela UN Tourism, esse volume pode chegar a 2 bilhões até o ano de 2030, muito impulsionado pela expansão econômica, a facilidade de fechar serviços de viagem de maneira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Veja hotéis em São Paulo com piscina e diárias a partir de R$ 349
Quer curtir São Paulo de um jeito mais relaxante? No artigo de hoje. descubra hotéis com piscina, com diárias a partir de R$ 349, que oferecem conforto, comodidade e momentos de lazer. Não perca nossas recomendações para uma estadia inesquecível na cidade. Vamos aos detalhes. Hotéis com piscina em São...
Brazil
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United conclui instalação de Starlink em mais de 300 aviões
A conectividade a bordo ganhou escala na malha da United Airlines: mais de um quarto das partidas diárias da companhia já opera com internet via Starlink, após a rápida instalação do sistema em centenas de jatos regionais. A empresa agora direciona a expansão para aeronaves de maior porte e projeta...
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55.000 Membership Rewards Punkte mit der stylischen American Express Gold Card Rosé
American Express mit einer neuen Kreditkarte … American Express® hat die Gold Card überarbeitet. Die neue Karte in…
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Shopping Smiles e Casas Bahia oferecem até 11 milhas por real gasto
O Shopping Smiles em sua nova campanha permite acumular até 11 milhas por real gasto em compras realizadas na Casas Bahia. Confira abaixo os principais detalhes para participar. Shopping Smiles e Casas Bahia O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está estruturado da seguinte forma: 9,5 milhas – Assinantes do Clube Smiles...
Brazil
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Cartão GOL Smiles oferece 20.000 milhas bônus + até 6,5 milhas por dólar + acesso a salas VIP
Corre que dá tempo de aproveitar a campanha da Smiles para novos clientes dos cartões de crédito GOL Smiles Visa Infinite ou Platinum. A promoção oferece pontuação acelerada de até 6,5 milhas por dólar gasto, colocando os cartões entre os que mais acumulam milhas atualmente no mercado brasileiro. A oferta...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compartilhando Emissões: Paris para Tóquio na primeira classe da Japan Airlines
Dando sequência à série “Compartilhando Emissões” aqui no Pontos pra Voar, iremos, no post de hoje, continuar a falar sobre uma série de emissões que realizei para uma viagem de Paris para Tóquio (CDG-HND), para dois passageiros, em primeira classe, voando com a Japan Airlines e utilizando milhas do programa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Rockefeller Center em Nova York terá vila para a Copa do Mundo
Novidade para viajantes e locais de Nova York interessados em curtirem a Copa do Mundo desse ano na cidade. O Comitê Anfitrião da Copa do Mundo 2026 de New York New Jersey anunciou o desenvolvimento de uma vila oficial para torcedores na Ilha de Manhattan. O New York New Jersey...
Brazil
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Livelo com até 12 pontos por real em lojas parceiras
A Livelo, em sua mais nova rodada de ofertas, é possível acumular até 12 pontos por real gasto em compras realizadas em mais de 30 lojas parceiras. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite para ir às compras! Promoções Livelo Confira na tabela abaixo as campanhas da Livelo: Clique aqui...
Brazil
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SWISS oferece degustação de caviar na primeira classe por tempo limitado
O caviar volta ao serviço de bordo da SWISS First, a primeira classe da companhia, como destaque da primeira edição de 2026 do programa Connoisseur Experience. Entre 18 de fevereiro e 3 de março de 2026, passageiros da primeira classe da SWISS que embarcarem em voos de longa distância partindo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Confira passagens nacionais a partir de 5.062 milhas LATAM Pass
Bora viajar? Não deixe suas milhas paradas! Aproveite para dar uma conferida no Alerta de Passagens do Pontos Pra Voar e descubra hoje mesmo passagens nacionais a partir de 5.062 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas e garanta sua próxima viagem. Vamos aos detalhes. Passagens nacionais com milhas LATAM Pass Atenção:...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Japão anuncia proibição do uso de power banks em voos
O Japão vai restringir o transporte e o uso de power banks em aviões, proibindo qualquer recarga durante o voo, a partir de abril de 2026. A medida é uma resposta a incidentes recentes envolvendo incêndios de power banks em aeronaves. O Ministério dos Transportes do Japão informou nesta quarta-feira...
Brazil
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Só hoje! Upgrade para o Clube Livelo Classic e ganhe 25.000 pontos
A Livelo lançou uma oferta para clientes que desejam fazer upgrade para o Clube Classic. Para quem atualmente está no Clube Livelo Mini, ao migrar de plano é possível acumular 25.000 pontos ao longo de 12 meses. A seguir, confira os principais detalhes da promoção. Promoção de upgrade para o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
WestJet e Virgin Atlantic anunciam integração entre programas de fidelidade
WestJet e Virgin Atlantic passaram a permitir acúmulo e resgate recíprocos de pontos em toda a rede das duas companhias, ampliando o alcance comercial da parceria e reforçando as conexões via Londres para destinos na África, no Oriente Médio e no Índico. A canadense WestJet e a britânica Virgin Atlantic...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles oferece passagens para Miami a partir de 37.500 milhas
No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe identificou ótimas oportunidades para quem deseja emitir passagens rumo a Miami, com valores a partir de 37.500 milhas pela Smiles + taxas. Confira a relação completa abaixo e aproveite para planejar sua viagem para um dos destinos mais procurados dos Estados Unidos! Passagens...
One Mile at a Time
Rumor: Details Of New Premium World Of Hyatt Credit Card, With $795 Fee
A few months ago, Chase and Hyatt announced plans to expand their partnership, including introducing a new premium credit card. This is something that has been rumored for a long time, as Hyatt has been surveying this concept for years.
View from the Wing
Report: Hyatt To Raise Award Prices, Add Ultra-Premium $795 Credit Card—Major Changes Could Hit Next Week
Hyatt is reportedly preparing a major overhaul of its loyalty program that could arrive as soon as next week, including higher award prices at top properties and the launch of a new $795 premium credit card designed to fast-track elite status. If accurate, the changes would expand the award chart...

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Rumor: World Of Hyatt Plans Category 10 Hotels, Super Peak Award Pricing
An anonymous Reddit user shares what are reportedly some upcoming changes to the World of Hyatt program. Usually I wouldn’t give this much attention to rumors, but this is very detailed, and quite frankly, none of these changes are particularly surprising. So I’m inclined to believe that they’re correct, but...
Live from a Lounge
BOBCARD Limited × Etihad Guest: what the two new Etihad co-branded credit cards actually give you (and how to grab double sign-up miles)
Etihad Guest and BOBCARD recently tied up to launch a new range of co-brand credit cards. Here are the details of the new range, and a special sign up offer. The post BOBCARD Limited × Etihad Guest: what the two new Etihad co-branded credit cards actually give you (and how...
One Mile at a Time
World’s Most Powerful Flight Attendant Praises American CEO Robert Isom
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has been widely criticized in recent times, due to the extent to which the carrier lags competitors Delta and United. This is true in terms of profitability, and its also true in terms of passenger experience.
One Mile at a Time
Transfer Amex Points To Avianca Lifemiles With 15% Bonus: Worth It?
We’ve just seen a new transfer bonus introduced when moving Amex Membership Rewards points, and it could represent a good deal.
One Mile at a Time
W Hotel Amsterdam Faces Eviction After Not Paying Rent For Three Years
One of Marriott’s more premium properties in Amsterdam is facing some challenges, and its future is looking rather uncertain…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Passenger Allegedly Assaulted Delta Air Flight Attendant And Bit Police Officer’s Finger At Memphis Airport
A six-foot-tall 29-year-old woman allegedly assaulted a Delta Air Lines flight attendant as a flight from Memphis International Airport, which was preparing to depart on Tuesday, police have alleged. While being detained by local law enforcement, Jessica Thomas is also alleged to have assaulted a police officer, leading to charges...
TravelUpdate
An update on DFW airport construction projects
I got to fly for the first time in a month so I thought an update on the…
The Bulkhead Seat
Air Transat Expands Winter Route Map with New Nonstop Sun Routes from Several Canadian Cities
Last week, I wrote about Air Transat’s plans to pull out of the United… The post Air Transat Expands Winter Route Map with New Nonstop Sun Routes from Several Canadian Cities appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Vietnam Airlines finalises an order for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
Vietnam Airlines has announced that the carrier has finalised its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX aircraft. The addition of the 737-8 will enable Vietnam Airlines’ domestic and regional route growth plans as air travel demand continues to rise across Southeast Asia.  The Boeing 737-8 aircraft will primarily...
Wild About Travel
Riga: The Baltic Capital That Punches Above Its Weight
I wasn’t sure what to expect from Riga. I’d heard it described as “small,” which completely undersells it. This city punches above its weight. Great architecture everywhere, working markets, good food, more affordable than much of Europe, and centeuetsi if history you can still see and feel on every street....
Frequent Miler
Get 15% back with Chase Offers for select Marriott brands (targeted)
There’s a batch of new Chase Offers for a selection of Marriott brands available which can save you 15% on your stay. The Deal Get 15% back when spending $100+ at select Marriott brands with targeted Chase Offers. Maximum $57 in statement credits Key Terms Expires March 12, 2026. $57...
Points With a Crew
Get An Easy $50 From Rakuten
If you don't have a Rakuten account, sign up and get an easy $50 by signing up and spending at least $50 (including on gift cards to many retailers!) in the first 90 days.
Frequent Miler
United MileagePlus announces huge changes to earning and redeeming miles
There’s an oft-repeated joke in travel circles that goes something like this: “Want to know what United is planning for next year? Look at what Delta did last year.” Today, United MileagePlus announced significant changes to how its members would earn and redeem miles, starting April 2nd (studiously avoiding April...
View from the Wing
Hyatt Card’s Big Bonus Ends Feb 26 — How $15K In Spend Turns Into 7 Free Nights
Hyatt is advertising this card bonus as 5 free nights, but the spend required to earn it also triggers the card’s annual Category 1–4 night and generates enough points for another award night. Put it together and the “5-night” offer can realistically turn into 7 nights at Category 1–4 Hyatt...
Altitude Yes
Southwest to Install Starlink High-Speed Wi-Fi Across Portion of Fleet
The airline hopes for 300 of its aircraft to be installed with Starlink by the end of 2026. The post Southwest to Install Starlink High-Speed Wi-Fi Across Portion of Fleet first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Your Mileage May Vary
Hotels Are Quietly Cutting Free Breakfast — and It Matters a Lot More for Some Travelers Than Others
As chains like Hyatt and Marriott rethink complimentary breakfast, solo travelers may barely notice — but families and loyalty members could feel the hit immediately. For decades, complimentary hotel breakfast…
2PAXfly
NEW ROUTES 2026: Cathay Pacific returns to Adelaide November 2025
This seasonal route actually recommenced on 11 November 2025 and runs through until 27 March 2026. I’m including it, since it is very recent, and it will appear seasonally, returning in 2026 Introduction For years, Adelaide travellers learned to accept the ritual of having to haul their suitcases to Sydney...
One Mile at a Time
New Emirates 777 Business Class: A Competitive Product At Last!
Hello from Germany, as I just flew Emirates Boeing 777-300ER business class on the 6hr35min flight from Dubai (DXB) to Frankfurt (FRA). I was excited about this flight, as it was operated by one of Emirates’ newly retrofitted 777s, featuring the carrier’s new business class.
View from the Wing
America’s Smallest Bank Lounge—How To Get Into The 78-Seat Chase Sapphire Lounge Phoenix Without Waiting
The Chase Sapphire Lounge Phoenix is America's tiniest premium bank lounge, seating just 78—but there's a clever trick to bypass the usual wait.
View from the Wing
‘Stunk The Entire Flight’: American Airlines Flight Attendant Shocked By Foot Odor So Bad Passenger Hid Under A Blanket [Roundup]
An American Airlines flight attendant recounts an overwhelming foot odor so intense it forced another passenger to hide under a blanket for the entire flight. Plus, hotels dropping breakfast, United flight attendants see quick path to a new contract, and Thompson San Antonio faces foreclosure.
Frequent Miler
10% at Frontier Airlines with new Chase Offer (targeted)
There’s a new Chase offer out that’s good for 10% back on up to $420 in flights with Frontier Airlines. That’s a nice discount for a flight on a low-cost carrier. Alternatively, you could get up to 15% back on a Discount Den membership, Frontier’s subscription for reduced fares, and...
Altitude Yes
JAL to Upgrade 787-9 Interiors With New Seats, High-Speed Wi-Fi
Passengers can expect updated seats with high-speed Wi-Fi onboard. The post JAL to Upgrade 787-9 Interiors With New Seats, High-Speed Wi-Fi first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Points With a Crew
Which Delta American Express card Is Best? (New Higher Offers)
5 of the Delta American Express cards are all all offering increased sign-up bonuses, including some of the highest that I've ever seen! You can get up to 95,000 Skymiles as a welcome offer by ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Amex Transfer Partners Ranked (S to F): The Ones I’d Use — and the Ones I’d Skip
American Express Membership Rewards has a long list of transfer partners. But I don’t rank these based on theory. I rank them based on reality — the programs I’ve actually…