One Mile at a Time
Alaska & Bank Of America Expand Partnership: New Credit Cards & Perks
As we all know, nowadays a large percentage of profits in the US airline industry are derived from loyalty programs, and in particular, co-brand credit card agreements. The bigger an airline is, the more lucrative its loyalty program can be.
Frequent Miler
Best ways to get to Europe with points and miles (2026)
Ah, the Old Continent. Whether you plan to search for Platform 9 3/4, hunt for trolls, sleep in castles, or are just craving a ham baguette, Europe has an undeniable allure for many travelers. Fortunately, it is probably the foreign continent with the most connections from North America, giving you...
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Your Mileage May Vary
The Simplest Hack Ever For A Hotel Air Conditioner
When a hotel AC wouldn’t stay on, one simple change solved the problem for the entire stay. For many summers, Joe and I stayed at one of our favorite hotels…
View from the Wing
Air France Cancelled A Valid Business Class Ticket, Said They Could Fix It — Then Demanded $1,800 More To Travel Anyway
Air France canceled a valid last-minute business class ticket after issuing it and charging the card, then told the customer he had 24 hours to call if he wanted to keep the itinerary. He called within hours, did exactly what the airline instructed, and was still told the only way...
Your Mileage May Vary
He Refused Every Drink and Snack on the Flight. That Got Him Arrested
Flight attendants noticed something unusual when one passenger refused everything on a long flight—and alerted authorities. It’s no secret that, when you travel, you’re being watched. Regardless of what country…
View from the Wing
Australian Man Attacked An LAX TSA Officer For Stealing His Backpack — He Actually Left It In A Restaurant
An Australian traveler is accused of attacking a TSA officer at LAX after insisting the agent had taken his missing belongings. His backpack and passport were later found at an airport restaurant he had visited earlier.
Points With a Crew
Here’s One Big Reason Why Planes Don’t Fly Over Antarctica
In many cases, flying a "Great Circle" route over the southern pole could cut hundreds or even thousands of miles off a trip. But there's one specific reason why ...
View from the Wing
Pilot Sues To Stop Florida From Renaming Palm Beach Airport For Trump
A pilot in Palm Beach County has sued to stop Florida from renaming Palm Beach International Airport for President Trump, arguing the state has no business forcing a local airport to rebrand itself for political reasons. The case is a long shot, focused on how far the state can go...
One Mile at a Time
Ugh: Ritz-Carlton Guest Safety Complaint Leads To Detention & Deportation
My goodness, if this isn’t the ultimate case of getting ”Bonvoyed” by Marriott, then I don’t know what is.
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Passenger’s Self-Flagellation Meltdown Turns Bizarre…She Hits Herself While Gate Agent Pretends She Isn’t There
When passengers behave badly, it is generally it is toward others…not towards themselves. But a Delta passenger seemed to engage in a round of self-flagellation as she waited for her flight. Delta Passenger Meltdown Raises An Awkward Question For Gate Agents A video shows a Delta Air Lines passenger at...
Miles To Memories
Maui Poop Cruise? A Surreal Welcome to the Grand Wailea
Grand Wailea Water issues were not part of our spring break plans. But we prepared for the worst once they arrived. So how'd it turn out?
Live and Let’s Fly
Alaska Launches Rome, British Airways Restores St. Louis
Alaska Airlines crosses the Atlantic for the first time April 28. Meanwhile, nine days earlier, British Airways restores a UK nonstop to St. Louis, the first since 2003. The Route Nobody’s Covering The travel blogosphere is busy writing about Alaska Airlines’ April 28 Seattle-Rome launch. It is, fairly, a milestone...
Monkey Miles
Don’t forget to use your Amex credits for April
Several Amex cards have statement credits that need to be used each month, but also every 6 months. Here's a list to help you
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Os melhores cupons disponíveis pra começar a semana!
Vamos começar a semana com o pé direito, aproveitando as listas de cupons do Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu. E a equipe de promoções do Pontos pra Voar já preparou listas para você e toda sua família economizarem. Confira abaixo e atente-se aos detalhes de cada cupom. Boas compras! Mercado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de emissão! Voos nacionais na LATAM a partir de R$ 143
O Alerta PPV de hoje da LATAM está com ótimas opções de passagens nacionais para emitir a partir de R$ 143. Veja os destinos disponíveis, confira as condições e aproveite enquanto ainda há disponibilidade. Passagens nacionais na LATAM Para garantir as suas passagens nacionais LATAM, siga estes passos: Acesse a página da...
France
The Travelers Club
Cathay Pacific rouvre The Wing First à Hong Kong : un salon au sommet de sa maturité
Chez Cathay Pacific, les salons d’aéroport n’ont jamais été un à-côté. Avec la réouverture de The Wing First à Hong Kong, après près d’un an de travaux, la compagnie poursuit une trajectoire déjà bien installée. Le lounge dévoilé aujourd’hui ne cherche pas à redéfinir le produit, mais à le faire...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abra sua conta Nomad e ganhe isenção da taxa de conversão
Aproveite a oferta da Nomad, em que é possível conseguir isenção na taxa de conversão. Use o cupom “ZEROPPV” ao abrir sua conta e você recebe o benefício em operações de até US$ 2.500. Abaixo, veja os detalhes desta campanha. Conta digital Nomad Para aqueles que ainda não conhecem, a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Novo código disponível! Resgate 15 pontos gratuitamente no Mastercard Surpreenda
Demorou, mas apareceu! Mais uma vez, a equipe do PPV se antecipou e conseguiu validar mais um código para que você possa resgatar 15 pontos gratuitamente no programa Mastercard Surpreenda. Resgate dos Pontos Para você resgatar seus 15 pontos no Surpreenda da Mastercard faça o seguinte: Acesse a sua conta no Surpreenda, clicando aqui....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite diárias a partir de R$ 195 em hotéis com piscina no Nordeste
Todo brasileiro já teve curiosidade de visitar o Nordeste, não é mesmo? Confira os melhores preços aqui e garanta a reserva do seu hotel com piscina no Nordeste com até 40% OFF e diárias a partir de R$ 195.  Hotéis com piscina no Nordeste Estes são alguns dos hotéis Accor...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Primeira classe em narrowbody: Etihad leva A321LR com suítes para a Índia
A Etihad vai operar parte dos voos para Mumbai e Nova Delhi com o A321LR equipado com suítes de primeira classe e assentos totalmente flat na classe executiva. Com isso, todas as frequências entre as cidades indianas e Abu Dhabi passam a ter cabine premium consistente, independentemente do horário do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Resgate trechos internacionais a partir de 21.914 milhas LATAM Pass
Planejando sua próxima viagem? Na edição do alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, trouxemos alguns trechos internacionais no LATAM Pass a partir de 21.914 milhas + taxas. Abaixo, veja os detalhes e aproveite. Passagens internacionais no LATAM Pass Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada no momento da produção do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Peça seu cartão GOL Smiles Infinite ou Platinum e ganhe até 100.000 milhas bônus
A Smiles segue com sua oferta para os cartões de crédito GOL Smiles, com bônus total que pode chegar até 100.000 milhas para quem solicitar o produto até o dia 22 de abril. Confira os detalhes e veja como aproveitar essa oportunidade! A campanha é válida para as versões Visa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sala VIP no Tietê: Novo espaço da BRT Lounges já está em funcionamento
O BRT Lounge já abriu as portas de sua sala VIP no Terminal do Tietê, com um espaço de 300 m² que replica a conveniência dos aeroportos para quem viaja de ônibus. O Terminal Rodoviário do Tietê, em São Paulo, passou a contar com uma sala VIP da BRT Lounges...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Emissões nacionais a partir de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Se a ideia é viajar pelo Brasil gastando poucos pontos, confira o que Alerta PPV de hoje separou para você! Reunimos 15 trechos nacionais com emissões a partir de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas. Confira a lista completa e aproveite! Passagens com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
American Airlines começa a vender passagens entre Miami e Caracas
A American Airlines iniciou a venda de passagens entre Miami e Caracas, marcando o início da retomada das ligações diretas entre Estados Unidos e Venezuela, interrompidas desde 2019. A companhia sai na frente nesse retorno, apostando em uma operação mais enxuta para atender uma demanda ainda reprimida. Depois de mais...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira a nova rodada de ofertas com até 17 pontos na Livelo
A Livelo lançou uma nova rodada de ofertas, trazendo oportunidades para quem quer acumular mais pontos no dia a dia. Nesta campanha, é possível garantir até 17 pontos por real gasto em mais de 30 lojas parceiras. Confira a lista completa e aproveite! Promoções Livelo Confira na tabela abaixo as...
Germany
PointsMag
Steigende Kerosinpreise und sinkende Passagierzahlen: Beond setzt Flüge auf die Malediven aus
Die emiratisch-maledivische Premium-Leisure-Airline Beond hat mit sofortiger Wirkung alle Verbindungen von und zu den Malediven eingestellt. In einer…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Companhia aérea passa a oferecer assistência médica durante o voo
A Air Europa passa a contar com um sistema integrado que conecta tripulação e médicos em solo durante o voo, além de permitir a identificação de riscos ainda antes do embarque. A iniciativa amplia o uso de tecnologia na gestão de emergências a bordo e deve evoluir com a introdução...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mercado Livre disponibiliza dois novos cupons de até R$60 de desconto!
O Mercado Livre acaba de disponibilizar mais dois novso cupons, em que oferecem aos seus clientes até R$ 60 de desconto em produtos selecionados. Aproveite já, pois os cupons do Mercado Livre costumam acabar rápido. Cupons Mercado Livre Produtos selecionados No momento, há um dois cupons disponíveis para produtos selecionados:...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Viaje pelo Brasil a partir de 5.200 milhas Smiles
Se a ideia é viajar pelo Brasil gastando menos milhas, o Alerta PPV de hoje traz boas oportunidades! Nossa equipe encontrou opções de emissão para diversos destinos nacionais a partir de 5.200 milhas Smiles + taxas, saindo de diversas cidades. Confira a lista completa a seguir e aproveite! Passagens nacionais com...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Assine o Clube 2.000 da Smiles e receba 20.000 milhas na adesão
Pensando em entrar para o clube? A Smilles segue com sua promoção, em que oferece aos novos assinantes do Clube 2.000 a oportunidade de ganhar 20.000 milhas no momento da adesão. Essa oferta é válida até as 10h do dia 22 de abril. Confira os principais detalhes a seguir. Promoção Clube...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Porto Alegre terá Spotter Day com acesso exclusivo ao pátio em maio
O Spotter Day do Porto Alegre Airport já tem data marcada e promete uma experiência especial para os apaixonados por aviação. O evento, que garante acesso exclusivo ao pátio do aeroporto, será realizado em 15 de maio de 2026 e deve atrair entusiastas interessados em registrar de perto as operações...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
United Airlines consolida maior frota aérea do mundo
A United Airlines ultrapassou a marca de 1 mil aeronaves e reforçou sua posição como a companhia com a maior frota do mundo. O marco também mostra a aposta da aérea em expansão, renovação de cabine e crescimento internacional nos próximos anos. O que significa passar de 1 mil aeronaves...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Jalapão terá nova taxa de R$ 30 para visitantes a partir de 1º de maio
Jalapão anunciou uma nova taxa para visitantes. A cidade de Mateiros, que é uma das principais portas de entrada para quem visita o Jalapão, no Tocantins, vai cobrar uma taxa de R$ 30 por pessoa a partir de 1º de maio de 2026. Essa cobrança será usada para ajudar na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: como saber quando uma promoção de pontos vale a pena?
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! Você sabia que nem toda promoção de pontos vale a pena? Às vezes, o que parece “imperdível” é, na verdade, apenas o básico. Vem conferir o vídeo de hoje da nossa editora Laís Roani, em que ela mostra como identificar se...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Pontos + dinheiro na transferência da Esfera para o Azul Fidelidade com milheiro a partir de R$ 12,04
Essas são as últimas horas para aproveitar a promoção do Azul Fidelidade em parceria com a Esfera, em que é possível conseguir até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Neste artigo, vamos mostrar como é possível gerar o milheiro Esfera por R$ 26,50, ou seja, um milheiro Azul por...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Parque Mundo a Vapor reabre em Canela com novas salas imersivas
O Parque Mundo a Vapor reabre em Canela, prometendo uma nova fase de entretenimento e educação imersiva. O parque, na Serra Gaúcha, passou por uma grande reforma para receber melhor os visitantes. Depois de dois anos fechado para obras e planejamento, ele voltou a funcionar com novidades. A ideia é...
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt CEO Says Good Loyalty Programs Are About Experiences, Not Points
Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian just made some comments about hotel loyalty programs, which I think OMAAT readers will find to be interesting. While I think some will take issue with the premise of what he’s saying, I’m not sure he’s wrong, though there is some nuance to it.
Frequent Miler
3K bonus points for new IHG members after registering & staying within 21 days
Head for Points has flagged a new member promotion from IHG: Join IHG via the dedicated landing page below, then make your first qualifying stay within 21 days to earn 3K bonus points. The Deal IHG One Rewards is offering a bonus 3,000 points when a new member joins IHG...

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Points With a Crew
4 Reasons to Get the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (Including a New Higher Welcome Offer)
If you are starting out in the world of credit card miles and points, and aren't sure which card you should get - here are 4 reasons it should be the Chase Sapphire Preferred
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Wear Your Belongings to Avoid Baggage Fees and Mishandled Luggage?
I try to avoid checking my baggage whenever possible — to the point where I usually only travel with one bag which I carry onto the airplane with me — but what if you are carrying more items with you and want to avoid paying baggage fees at the same...
One Mile at a Time
Spirit Airlines Asks Trump For Emergency Bailout For Equity, To Avoid Liquidation
It was recently reported that Spirit Airlines might be on the verge of liquidation, and that it could happen within days. The airline is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy (for the second time in two years), and while the company was hoping to emerge from bankruptcy by early summer, that strategy...
One Mile at a Time
Capital One Venture X Business Review: Huge Perks, Great Value
Link: Learn more about the Capital One Venture X Business with 150K bonus miles
Frequent Miler
Pointsevents, an awesome tool to find experiences bookable with points
We received a tip from a reader/podcast listener about a website called Pointsevents.com. While not quite perfect, this is an incredibly cool tool that collates experiences bookable with points (such as through auctions or direct) through a whole bunch of programs. I’ve only briefly played with it, but I’ve already...
The Bulkhead Seat
Southwest Flights Come Within 500 Feet of Each Other in Nashville After Go-Around
Two Southwest Airlines flights came within close proximity at Nashville International Airport (BNA) on…
View from the Wing
Spirit Wants Taxpayers To Own Part Of The Airline — In Exchange For A Bailout
Spirit is no longer just asking the government for cash to avoid liquidation. The new twist is that the airline has floated a bailout structure where taxpayers would wind up owning part of the company, turning a desperate plea for survival into a proposal to socialize losses in one of...
View from the Wing
Mexico’s President Flew Economy To Europe — Her Predecessor Sold The VIP Jet
Mexico’s president flew economy to Europe on her first trip to the continent since taking office, then posted a photo of herself working from her coach seat on the way to Barcelona. Surely she's not serving the public well by turning long-haul travel into a performance of thrift rather...
Frequent Miler
Google Hotels adds price tracking. Save money by tracking and re-booking / best price guarantees
Thrifty Traveler recently reported on an awesome development that has the potential to add up to significant savings: Google Hotels now offers price tracking at the hotel level, meaning that you can now track the price of an individual hotel. This has the potential to save you a ton of...
One Mile at a Time
Best Travel Insurance Of 2026: Compare Top Providers & Plans
As much as Id like to think that Im an airline and hotel expert, the topic of travel insurance is something that Ive historically not paid much attention to. A while back, I posed the question on the blog of whether frequent travelers should buy travel insurance, and a lot...
Points With a Crew
500 American Miles With A Shopping Portal Bonus (Offers End Monday)
Get one step closer to that next big trip by earning thousands of bonus airline miles with the current airline shopping portal bonuses
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Still for the Friends – Off to Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways
Still for the Friends Off to Chicago with American Airlines and British Airways Still for the friends But first. A trip to Liverpool, North West England.  But why? To the… daytime Heathrow run? Lounging around the usual suspects AA87 London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare HOTEL: Crowne Plaza O’Hare HOTEL: Hyatt...
View from the Wing
Air Traffic Control Put Two Southwest Jets On A Collision Course In Nashville — Just 500 Feet Of Separation
Air traffic control in Nashville turned a Southwest jet that was going around after an aborted landing directly into the departure path of another Southwest flight, triggering collision warnings in both cockpits. The two aircraft came within about 500 feet vertically before the crews and onboard systems avoided a far...
Miles To Memories
Save $50 on $300 Citi Travel Hotel Booking [Targeted]
Citi has a targeted promotion that will save you $50 on your next hotel booking through Citi Travel. This offer is likely showing up for Strata Elite cardholders only.
The Alviator
What Makes A Good Intra-European Business Class Product?
Okay, so we know that intra-European business class sucks. In this uncompetitive landscape, what makes some products better than others?
Frequent Miler
25% transfer bonus from Citi to Leaders Hotels of the World Leaders Club
Citi has launched a 25% transfer bonus from Citi Thank You Rewards to Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club through May 16, 2026. Leaders Club ordinarily offers decent value for Citi points, but with this transfer bonus it is possible to get some excellent deals. The Deal Citi Thank...
You Are Travel
Have Global Entry and Got a New Passport? – Don’t Forget to Do This
​tl;dr – You may need to visit your TTP account. Last year, I renewed my passport via an…
Altitude Yes
American Plans New and Expanded Admirals Club in Nashville
American's new Admirals Club in Nashville will span about 17,400 square feet, with construction set to begin in 2027. The post American Plans New and Expanded Admirals Club in Nashville first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Live and Let’s Fly
FBI Arrests Alleged Iran Arms Broker At LAX While She Tries To Flee Country On Turkish Airlines
Federal prosecutors say a Southern California woman was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) while trying to board a flight to Turkey after allegedly brokering Iranian weapons sales to Sudan. Woman Arrested At LAX In Alleged Iran-To-Sudan Arms Trafficking Scheme A 44-year-old Woodland Hills woman was arrested at LAX...
View from the Wing
Airlines All Over The World Are Using Iran And Fuel Prices To Demand Taxpayer Bailouts
Airlines all over the world are seizing on high jet fuel prices tied to the Iran conflict to press governments for emergency aid, tax breaks, subsidized loans, and other relief. Spirit’s bailout request is getting the attention, but the whole industry is trying to normalize another round of taxpayer support.
One Mile at a Time
My Petty Luxury Hotel Complaint: Minor, But Am I Being Unreasonable?
Let me start by acknowledging that in the scheme of things that matter, this doesn’t even rank. But OMAAT is also about covering the little details of the airline & hotel industry (I mean, I write about my favorite airline boarding music), so please indulge me for a moment.
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Air Lines to Suspend and Adjust Multiple Routes Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Delta Air Lines is making a series of network Changes, including suspending several routes…
Miles To Memories
Amex Hilton Cards: Save $40 on Next Hilton Stay
This offer is showing up for many Hilton cardholders, which makes it an even better deal as you can stack it with the higher earning rates on Hilton stays and statement credits.
View from the Wing
Citi Strata Elite Credits Are Easy To Use — Here’s How To Max Them Out
Citi premium card looks complicated at first, but the real value is straightforward once you know how the credits post. The Strata Elite’s hotel, Splurge, Blacklane, Priority Pass, and Admirals Club benefits can make the first cardmember year far more lucrative than the $595 fee suggests.