Wild About Travel
A Moomin Pilgrimage Through 80 Years of Finnish Magic
I just spent two amazing weeks in Finland, which remains one of my favourite countries in the world. This trip: Helsinki, Rovaniemi, and Turku. I’m still processing everything I experienced. The timber architecture of Rovaniemi, the frozen Baltic where ships should be, and now this: my Moomin pilgrimage across 80...
PointsMath
Axis Bank Transfer Partners, Ratios, Grouping & Limits (Updated 2026)
Axis Bank has 20 airline and hotel transfer partners, as well as card-specific annual transfer limits. The lineup continues to evolve, with recent additions like The Postcard Hotel. Below is the complete breakdown of Axis Bank transfer partners, transfer ratio groupings, and annual limits, so you know exactly how (and...
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Points With a Crew
TSA Is Always Watching For This Involuntary Reflex, And You Could Get Flagged
Traveling can be stressful, and going through security can be one of the most stressful parts. Recent studies have come out showing one reflex that might be causing you ...
One Mile at a Time
Ouch: Man Books United Airlines Flight To Nicaragua, Ends Up In Japan
While I’m sure this was no fun in the moment, this guy will have a great story to tell for the rest of his life (thanks to View from the Wing for flagging this).
View from the Wing
Trump Demanded Dulles Airport Rename Itself After Him—Then A Judge Stepped In [Roundup]
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Washington Dulles airport and New York's Penn Station rename themselves after him as a condition for approving rail funding—but a judge quickly intervened. Plus: TSA sued over $82,000 cash seizure, Chicago O'Hare's new concourse, and more.
Live and Let’s Fly
United 787 Premium Plus On Fifth Freedom Hong Kong–Bangkok Flight
As I mentioned yesterday, I flew from Hong Kong to Bangkok in premium economy (what United brands as Premium Plus) on a Boeing 787, a short but pleasant daytime flight. United 787 Premium Plus: Closer To Economy Than Business Class It was fun to check out the Hong Kong United...
View from the Wing
United Passenger Flying To Nicaragua Lands In Tokyo By Mistake—No One Noticed He Boarded Wrong Plane
A United Airlines passenger headed from Los Angeles to Nicaragua suddenly found himself landing in Tokyo instead—after no one noticed he had boarded the wrong flight. Here's how it happened, and why it's not as rare as you'd think.
Your Mileage May Vary
You Can Only Pick One Lyft Rewards Partner: Here’s the Best Choice for 2026
If you use Lyft even a few times a month — or just occasionally when you travel — you’ve probably noticed something: the rewards side keeps shifting. And in 2026,…
Economondo
Sampling Virgin Atlantic: Delhi to Heathrow on the Mega A350-1000
Flying my first flight with Virgin Atlantic since 2003 on a long slog between Delhi and London Heathrow
One Mile at a Time
Checking Out The Starlux Airlines Themed 7-Eleven In Taipei!!!
Some people like to go shopping when they travel. I’m not usually one of those people (though I am married to someone who is), but my current trip to Taiwan is an exception. On our first full day in Taiwan, I couldn’t wait to go shopping at… 7-Eleven! Let me...
View from the Wing
Most Credit Card Lounge Food Disappoints — Truth Is You’re Usually Better Off Eating in the Terminal
Airport food is mostly mediocre — but lounge food usually isn’t the upgrade people imagine, especially in lounges you can access with just a credit card. In practice the buffet often trails what you can buy in the terminal, and the few places that buck the trend are exceptions that...
Miles To Memories
Quitting Amazon Prime – How It’s Going Six Years Later
We held a longtime Amazon Prime membership until 2020. Since then, the relationship's been mostly off, a few times on. I have more thoughts. The post Quitting Amazon Prime – How It’s Going Six Years Later appeared first on Miles to Memories.
PointsMath
Promotion Weekly February 2026 First Edition
Here are the latest promotion weekly for the February 2026 First Edition, covering airline miles and hotel points promotions, including opportunities to buy miles and points with bonuses & discount, book award flights for fewer miles, earn bonus miles and points, save on stays at major hotel chains, earn points...
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Até 52% de desconto na compra de pontos Esfera
A Esfera está com sua já conhecida oferta de compra de pontos com até 52% de desconto, além de parcelamento em até 12 vezes. Com a promoção, o milheiro sai a partir de R$ 33,60. A campanha é válida até amanhã, dia 8 de fevereiro, e você confere os detalhes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: Veja o que pode e não pode nas praias brasileiras
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! Desta vez, nosso editor Welerson comenta um dos tópicos mais polêmicos deste início de ano: as praias brasileiras. Se você gosta de passar férias à beira-mar, precisa saber o que os comerciantes podem e o que não podem fazer, para evitar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turismo de frescor! Tendências de viagem que ganham força
Não é nenhuma novidade que o mundo das viagens está em constante mudança, sempre inovando para atender melhor às necessidades do viajante. Confira quais são as principais tendências de viagens para 2026. É provável que o seu perfil se encaixe nesses novos modelos. Um dos exemplos são destinos menos quentes,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bate-papo gratuito do PPV! Descubra os segredos para viajar mais gastando menos
Todo mundo tem aquele segredinho para viajar mais gastando menos, não é mesmo?! No bate-papo gratuito do PPV, você conhece essas pessoas, troca dicas e experiências e aprende a usar pontos e milhas de forma eficiente para aproveitar ainda mais suas viagens. Confira os detalhes a seguir e faça parte...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Trilogia original de Star Wars ganhará espaço próprio na Disney
Fãs nostálgicos da franquia “Guerra nas Estrelas” podem comemorar. A Disney anunciou que a trilogia original de Star Wars ganhará um espaço próprio, trazendo personagens icônicos ao parque. A partir de abril de 2026, o Galaxy’s Edge será reformulado para incluir a saga clássica, permitindo que os visitantes vivenciem diferentes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Férias com idosos – Confira dicas para uma viagem tranquila
Viajar é bom, e viajar ao lado de pessoas pelas quais temos um enorme carinho é melhor ainda. Quando essas pessoas são idosas, a atenção precisa ser redobrada. Por isso, confira dicas de viagem para viajar com idosos, para poder aproveitar da melhor maneira possível e garantir uma experiência segura,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Assine o Clube Smiles 2.000 e receba 20.000 milhas na hora da adesão
Pensando em assinar o clube? A oferta da Smiles destinada a novos assinantes do Clube Smiles 2.000 está chegando ao fim! Nesta campanha, é possível receber 20.000 milhas no momento da adesão. Vamos aos detalhes! Promoção Clube Smiles 2.000 As milhas serão creditadas na hora na adesão do clube, sendo 18.000 milhas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Paraísos escondidos – Veja os lugares mais bonitos do mundo em 2026
Você sabe quais são os lugares mais bonitos para se viajar em 2026? Um novo tempo começou e pode ser o ano em que você, viajante, descobre lugares inéditos. Ao redor do mundo, existem destinos escondidos que guardam uma beleza impressionante e são ideais para quem busca calmaria e uma...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis Novotel pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 236
Vai viajar? Então encontre economia e conforto em um só lugar! Separamos opções de hotéis Novotel pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 236. Descubra os destinos selecionados e garanta sua reserva. Hotéis Novotel pelo Brasil Logo abaixo você encontra a relação dos hotéis Novotel no Brasil. Para pesquisar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Notebooks de uso pessoal trazido do exterior pode ficar livre de impostos
Notebooks trazidos dos exterior podem ficar isento de impostos por meio de um projeto aprovado pela Comissão de Desenvolvimento Econômico. O colegiado da Câmara dos Deputados deu aval ao Projeto de Lei 2204/25, que propõe incluir notebooks na lista de itens isentos de impostos quando trazidos na bagagem pessoal. Atualmente,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos nacionais a partir de 3.000 pontos + taxas
A edição do alerta de passagens PPV deste sábado está no ar! Quer viajar, mas tem poucos pontos e milhas? Confira 12 opções de trechos nacionais para você resgatar a partir de 3.000 pontos + taxas. Abaixo, confira as disponibilidades. Trechos nacionais Nessa tabela mesclamos algumas emissões dos três programas de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Itália muda norma e permite cães de todo o porte em cabines de voos comerciais
A Autoridade de Aviação Civil da Itália estabeleceu novas diretrizes que incentivam o transporte de pets de até 30 kg na cabine de voos comerciais. Para garantir a segurança, o tutor deve reservar um assento extra para acomodar o pet em uma base ou caixa homologada. A medida, já adotada...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
Iberia Club startet Familien Accounts
Bei Iberia Club gibt es nun auch das bekannte Feature … Iberia Club hat sich nun endlich das…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 6 de fevereiro de 2026
Bem-vindos à última edição do Radar PPV da semana! O mundo dos pontos e milhas já colocou o pé no freio e entrou oficialmente no clima de sextou. Por isso, o dia foi mais tranquilo, com menos novidades pipocando por aí. Abaixo, você confere o resuminho do que rolou nesta...
France
The Travelers Club
À Bruxelles, un A320 de SAS a frôlé l’incident au décollage
Il était un peu plus de 21h30, jeudi 5 février, lorsque le vol SK2590 de Scandinavian Airlines, à destination de Copenhague, s’est retrouvé au centre d’un événement dont l’issue aurait pu être tout autre. À bord de cet Airbus A320neo, 135 passagers et un équipage qui, quelques minutes plus tôt,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Shopping Smiles oferece até 13 milhas por real gasto com lojas parceiras
A oferta do Shopping Smiles está se esgotando, o programa está oferecendo aos seus associados até 13 milhas por real gasto em produtos selecionados no Extra e Polishop. Veja os principais detalhes abaixo. Shopping Smiles e Polishop O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está estruturado da seguinte forma: 11,5 milhas –...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos internacionais a partir de 27.020 milhas LATAM Pass
Pronto para a sua próxima aventura? No artigo de hoje, descubra trechos internacionais a partir de 27.020 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas no Alerta de Passagens PPV e comece a planejar sua viagem dos sonhos. Passagens internacionais no LATAM Pass Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada no momento da produção...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Dólar a R$ 5,21 – aproveite a conversão com IOF zero com a AstroPay
O dólar fechou esta sexta-feira em queda, sendo vendido a R$ 5,21 na cotação comercial. Em cenários como esse, timing é tudo. Aproveitar a queda da moeda americana pode representar uma economia importante, seja para planejar uma viagem futura ou finalmente fazer aquela compra internacional que estava esperando o melhor...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Use o pontos + dinheiro na transferência da Esfera para o Azul Fidelidade – milheiro a partir de R$ 13
O Azul Fidelidade está com uma oferta em parceria com a Esfera, conforme publicamos aqui, oferecendo até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Neste artigo, vamos mostrar como é possível gerar o milheiro Esfera por R$ 26, ou seja, um milheiro Azul por até R$ 13. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Brasil pode voltar a ter voos diretos para a Rússia
Rússia propõe retomada de voos diretos com o Brasil e diz estar pronta para criar condições favoráveis às companhias aéreas interessadas em operar “a qualquer momento”. A Rússia formalizou ao Brasil a proposta de retomada de voos diretos entre os dois países e afirmou estar pronta para criar condições favoráveis...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
Crazy Winter Deal: Curio Hotel Preko Ugljan Island – Suite
Zu einem sehr niedrigen Preis auf eine Insel vor Zadar … Hotels an der kroatischen Küste erleben eigentlich…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Esfera e Magalu oferecem até 5 pontos em compras online
Precisando fazer umas comprinhas? Nesta campanha da Esfera, os clientes podem acumular 5 pontos por real gasto em produtos vendidos e entregues pelo Magalu ou 2 pontos por real gasto em compras realizadas em lojas parceiras. A oferta é válida até dia 8 de fevereiro, e você todos os detalhes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confirmado! Voos diretos entre Brasil e Cabo Verde serão retomados em maio
O Brasil terá novamente voos diretos para Cabo Verde a partir de maio, com duas frequências semanais ligando Recife ao arquipélago africano. A rota será operada pela Cabo Verde Airlines e reduz a dependência de conexões na Europa. O Brasil voltará a ter voos diretos para Cabo Verde a partir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos internacionais a partir de 8.900 pontos Azul Fidelidade
No Alerta PPV de hoje, o Azul Fidelidade traz boas oportunidades para quem quer viajar para destinos internacionais voando com a Azul. Encontramos passagens a partir de 8.900 pontos Azul + taxas, conforme disponibilidade. Confira a seleção de voos a seguir e aproveite para planejar sua próxima viagem internacional gastando...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
American Airlines Pilots Demanded To Address The Board. They Sent The CEO They’ve Lost Confidence In Instead
On Friday, the pilots of American Airlines demanded the opportunity to meet with the beleaguered carrier’s board of directors to describe firsthand their concerns with the direction the airline has taken and the effect its business strategy has had on financial performance. The Allied Pilots Association (APA), which represents more...
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Lifemiles transfer bonus, Loganair award sale, portal promos, & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Quite a few offers end this week which includes a transfer bonus from Capital One to Avianca Lifemiles, a Loganair award sale that reduces redemptions on...

Reviews

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Points With a Crew
The New Capital One Venture Rewards Card Offer Is Worth At Least $1,000
Learn how signing up for the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card can supercharge your travel with 75,000 miles, $250 AND benefits that include ...
Points With a Crew
REVISITED: I’m taking my bags in an airplane evacuation
Last month I wrote that in an airplane emergency, I planned to take my bags with me. This led to some.. interesting discussion. Now it's time to followup and examine that decision once again
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 339
I was entering White Grass Airport — which serves Tanna Island in Vanuatu — to return to Port Vila as a passenger of Air Vanuatu after my experience of standing on the rim of an active volcano to stare down into its crater. For this edition of this popular game, can...
Frequent Miler
Fake rescue missions in Nepal, and one teen swims 4 hours to save his family while another steals the family campervan (Saturday Selection)
Throughout the week, our team shares articles they’ve stumbled upon that may interest our readers, even if they might not otherwise merit a full post. Here are some of the posts we found interesting this week: Fake rescue missions in Nepal, and one teen swims 4 hours to save his...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (7th February)
Its that time of the week again, where it’s more than a little wet, and I’m trying to be organised. And failing. But it’s Saturday, so it’s time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. TRIP REPORT: Growing Old in Style In the end, two segments made it out...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why U.S. Hotel Rooms Still Have Phones — Even in the Smartphone Era
With mobile apps handling everything from check-in to room keys, in-room phones feel outdated—but U.S. hotels keep them for safety, legal, and operational reasons. It’s the 21st century and people’s…
Frequent Miler
World Cup tickets for Sapphire cardholders from February 10-14, 2026
Starting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business, and J.P. Morgan Reserve cardmembers are going to have an opportunity to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets to matches in U.S. host cities. This is not a lottery, but will apparently be...
One Mile at a Time
American Credit Card Loyalty Points Cutoff For Spending In February
American AAdvantage awards elite status based on the Loyalty Points system, meaning it’s possible to earn elite status with credit card spending. American doesn’t follow the calendar year for its elite status program, or for earning Loyalty Point Rewards.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Pilots Declared No Confidence In Management—The Board Refuses To Meet With Them
American Airlines pilots declared "no confidence" in the airline's management and requested a meeting with the board over financial and operational struggles—but the board declined, sending them right back to the executives they criticized.
2PAXfly
WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday, 8 February 2026
Hope your weekend has been as good as mine. Below is a summary of stories that appeared in the blog over the last week. QANTAS: Gets A321XLR configuration very wrong. Too few loos. By 2paxfly on 06 Feb 2026 12:17 pmWhen Qantas began introducing its new Airbus A321XLRs, the focus...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: February 07, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend! We’re currently on our trip to Asia, and are having an amazing time so far, so expect lots more live updates in the coming days. On the points & travel front, this week Cathay Pacific unveiled its new regional Aria Studio business...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Aeroplan miles with a 100% bonus?
I used Air Canada Aeroplan miles for an epic RTW trip. Aeroplan miles are on sale now, and you can buy them with a big bonus for a limited ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Flights Are Arriving Earlier Than Scheduled — And That Can Create New Problems
We plan for late flights as if it were the default setting in air travel. Not because we’re pessimists, but because experience teaches you to expect it. Airlines build in…
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge Bangkok (BKK – Main Terminal)
The penultimate stop on my Star Alliance Lounge tour in Bangkok (BKK) was the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge in the main terminal of the international departures area, a dated but comfortable lounge that is like the ugly step sister of the Royal Orchid Prestige Lounge next door. Thai Airways...
Miles To Memories
Quitting Amazon Prime – How It’s Going Six Years Later
We held a longtime Amazon Prime membership until 2020. Since then, the relationship's been mostly off, a few times on. I have more thoughts. The post Quitting Amazon Prime – How It’s Going Six Years Later appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Trying Out the “Top Rated Fast Food Chain” in Georgia.
Trying out the supposed “top rated fast food chain” in the state of Georgia was the next step for me after The Gate With Brian Cohen published this article on The Best and Worst Rated Fast Food Chains in Every State in the United States on Saturday, October 22, 2022. In...
One Mile at a Time
Checking Out The Starlux Airlines Themed 7-Eleven In Taipei!!!
Some people like to go shopping when they travel. I’m not usually one of those people (though I am married to someone who is), but my current trip to Taiwan is an exception. On our first full day in Taiwan, I couldn’t wait to go shopping at… 7-Eleven! Let me...
Travel Codex
Is Alaska Airlines Limiting Elite Upgrades to 72 hours?
Alaska Airlines used to be different. The former CEO Brad Tilden loved elite customers and treated them better than the 1x flyer. Elite customers was Brad’s bread and butter and he ensured that elite customers felt special and were taken care of. Upgrades went to elite guests before sold. Every...
View from the Wing
Trump Demanded Dulles Airport Rename Itself After Him—Then A Judge Stepped In [Roundup]
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Washington Dulles airport and New York's Penn Station rename themselves after him as a condition for approving rail funding—but a judge quickly intervened. Plus: TSA sued over $82,000 cash seizure, Chicago O'Hare's new concourse, and more.
Your Mileage May Vary
Disney Once Considered a 25-Year Theme Park Pass — and It Never Happened
From DVC’s old length-of-stay tickets to the discontinued Disney Premier Passport, Disney has experimented with big-ticket access—just not a true worldwide pass. Walt Disney World has changed ticket media quite…
View from the Wing
What’s Best For You — Things Amex Platinum, Sapphire Reserve, Venture X And Strata Elite Are Each Good At
Everyone debates which credit card is “best,” but most people are solving the wrong problem. This simple framework cuts through the noise, showing how to decide which card actually fits your spending, benefits, and goals.
The Alviator
Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas
An introduction of my trip report featuring British Airways and Japan Airlines' A350 premium economy, Greater Bay Airlines' Premium, and more. The post Trip Report Introduction: A350ing Home For Christmas appeared first on The Alviator.
Points With a Crew
TSA Is Always Watching For This Involuntary Reflex, And You Could Get Flagged
Traveling can be stressful, and going through security can be one of the most stressful parts. Recent studies have come out showing one reflex that might be causing you ...
Live and Let’s Fly
United 787 Premium Plus On Fifth Freedom Hong Kong–Bangkok Flight
As I mentioned yesterday, I flew from Hong Kong to Bangkok in premium economy (what United brands as Premium Plus) on a Boeing 787, a short but pleasant daytime flight. United 787 Premium Plus: Closer To Economy Than Business Class It was fun to check out the Hong Kong United...