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Tragic Update in Search For Missing American Airlines Flight Attendant Who Went Missing During Layover in Colombia
There has been an incredibly tragic update in the search for an American Airlines flight attendant who went missing as he enjoyed a night out at a nightclub during a work layover in Medellín, Colombia. Nearly a week after Eric Fernando Gutierrez failed to show up for pick up at the...
Eye of the Flyer
United Near-Collision, Southwest’s “Fat Tax” Seating Controversy, and Starlink Flights Take Off
A close call in Orange County, a controversial airline policy, and Starlink in the skies—here’s what caught my eye today.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Israeli Travelers Keep On Getting Detained in Malaysia During Transits Because They Relied On AI to Check it Was Safe
Young Israeli travelers keep getting detained in Malaysia during layovers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) simply because of their nationality, it has been alleged, and apparently, it’s because they all relied on AI assistants to check whether it was safe to travel through Malaysia. If they had instead checked...
View from the Wing
Model Claims 30R Breasts Cost $50,000 To Fly — But Airlines Charge For Space, Not Cup Size
A Scottish OnlyFans model says her 30R breasts have forced her to spend more than $50,000 on business class because economy seats do not work for her body. But airlines are not charging for cup size, they are charging for the amount of space a passenger chooses to buy.
Your Mileage May Vary
Japan Is Changing Entry Rules For Americans—But Not Right Away
Planning a trip to Japan? A new entry requirement is coming—but not for a while. Japan’s government has approved what will be their own version of an electronic travel authorization…
View from the Wing
United Turned MileagePlus Into A Credit Card Program — How To Earn More And Pay Less Starting April 2
United Airlines shifts MileagePlus so that you only get real value out of the program if you take their credit card, starting April 2. You don't actually need to spend on the annual fee cards to get the value - just have one. And there are limited-time offers...
Miles To Memories
Amex Shutdown Wave, Lululemon Credit Gets Harder To Use & Live TSA Wait Times
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
TravelUpdate
New Wave Of American Express Account Shutdowns Resurfaces In 2026, Should You Be Worried?
American Express is not playing games, as a new wave of shutdowns has started hitting some customers accounts in 2026.
View from the Wing
Even If You’re Just Transiting Hong Kong, Refusing To Unlock Your Devices Is Now A Crime
he U.S. government is warning travelers that Hong Kong has changed its national security rules so that even people merely transiting the airport can be compelled to unlock phones, laptops, and other devices — and refusing can now be a criminal offense. That makes Hong Kong International Airport a much...
Frequent Miler
The bright side of Hyatt’s (potential) Globalist shake-up | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep351 | 3-27-26
In today’s podcast episode, we’ll talk about who we would want to buy JetBlue, how Amex missed the mark with its new business card, and the key to preserving our loyalty if Hyatt “mile-stone-ifies” elite benefits. The bright side of Hyatt’s (potential) Globalist shake-up Watch the full episode below, or...
Frequent Miler
Air France / KLM Flying Blue increases award surcharges by $100 in business class
As flagged by redditors and Thrifty Traveler, Air France / KLM Flying Blue has increased award surcharges by around $60 in economy class and $100 in business class, which means that you might pay nearly $1,000 per person in taxes and fees on a round-trip business-class award to Europe. It...
View from the Wing
Trump Says He’ll Use An Emergency Order To Pay TSA Screeners — After Letting Airport Security Lines Explode
President Trump says he will sign an emergency order to pay TSA screeners immediately during the shutdown, after weeks of insisting Congress had to solve the problem while airport security lines spiraled out of control. The move may ease some of the pressure on travelers, but the legal authority is...
One Mile at a Time
Socialist Bernie Sanders Flies Delta First Class: Is That Controversial?
Politics aside, I struggle to see the issue here…
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Santander Shopping – Use seus pontos Esfera como desconto nas compras
As compras do dia a dia podem ter um desconto real quando você usa seus pontos. No Santander Shopping, dá para abater parte – ou até todo – o valor de produtos usando pontos Esfera, inclusive em itens populares como smartphones e eletrodomésticos. Santander Shopping O Santander Shopping é uma...
Germany
PointsMag
Miles & More: 50 % mehr Points und Qualifying Points in Premium Economy
Miles & More legt für den Sommer 2026 eine gezielte Status-Promotion auf: Wer Flüge in der Premium Economy…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Fraudes digitais crescem e turismo registra quase 60 mil tentativas de golpe
O turismo registrou quase 60 mil tentativas de golpe na alta temporada e ligou o alerta de muitos viajantes. Com o aumento nas viagens durante o verão, também cresceu o número de fraudes digitais. Segundo um levantamento da Branddi, entre dezembro de 2025 e fevereiro de 2026, foram registradas 59.593...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 27 de março de 2026
A última edição do Radar PPV está no ar! Como de costume, o dia teve menos novidades que os demais dias da semana. Quase todas as ofertas disponíveis tiveram início ao longo da semana. Confira os detalhes a seguir. Radar PPV O Inter está oferecendo 20% de cashback na compra...
Brazil
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Ministério do Turismo amplia mapeamento para atrair investimentos no Brasil
O Ministério do Turismo busca investimentos e novos negócios para o setor no país. O governo lançou um plano para atrair empresas e investidores, usando um portal digital que mostra destinos e projetos que precisam de dinheiro. A meta é incluir pelo menos 30 novas propostas até o próximo ano,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Viagens oferece até 20% de desconto em pacotes
A Azul Viagens acaba de lançar uma oferta válida durante o final de semana, em que oferece aos seus clientes até 20% de desconto em pacotes em dinheiro ou com pontos Azul Fidelidade. Vamos aos detalhes! Desconto em pacotes na Azul Viagens O desconto está estruturado da seguinte forma: 20%...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Singapore Airlines terá 5 voos diários para Sydney
A Singapore Airlines anunciou o início de voos diários entre Singapura e o Western Sydney International Airport a partir de 23 de novembro de 2026. A operação será feita com aeronaves Airbus A350-900 de médio alcance. Com a nova rota, a companhia passará a operar cinco voos diários para Sydney, somando...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Até 40.000 pontos bônus na adesão ou upgrade do Clube Esfera
A Esfera lançou uma nova campanha de assinatura do clube, oferecendo até 40 mil pontos de bônus para clientes que realizarem adesão ou upgrade de plano. A promoção é válida até 31 de março. Confira abaixo os detalhes e veja como aproveitar! Clube Esfera em promoção Esta promoção de assinatura...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Nomad anuncia mudanças no programa Nomad Pass
A Nomad anunciou alterações no seu programa de fidelidade, o Nomad Pass, válidas a partir de 15 de abril de 2026. A principal mudança é a restrição do acesso ao Nomad Lounge em Guarulhos, que passa a ser exclusivo do Nível 3 em diante. Em contrapartida, a pontuação necessária para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Confira trechos de e para São Paulo a partir de 3.160 milhas LATAM Pass
São Paulo está à sua espera, e suas milhas podem te levar para lá! No artigo de hoje, encontramos opções no Alerta de Passagens do Pontos Pra Voar com trechos a partir de 3.160 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Aproveite e garanta sua próxima escapada. Confira os detalhes a seguir....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Imperdível – Mastercard libera status mais alto do Radisson Rewards por 2 anos e sem exigências
Enquanto o Visa Concierge oferece upgrade facilitado no Hilton Honors — como publicamos ontem em primeira mão no Pontos Pra Voar — o Concierge da Mastercard também entrou no jogo e está disponibilizando upgrade gratuito no Radisson Rewards, com uma proposta ainda mais agressiva. Desta vez, a oferta garante acesso...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos para América do Norte a partir de 58.500 milhas Smiles
Que tal tirar aquela viagem internacional do papel? No Alerta PPV de hoje, o foco é a América do Norte, com oportunidades para diversos destinos a partir de 58.500 milhas Smiles + taxas. Tem opção saindo de várias cidades do Brasil. Confira a lista abaixo e aproveite! Passagens pela América do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
ALL Signature – Último dia para gerar euro a R$4,67 e garantir status Gold com a promoção na adesão
Assinar o plano mais completo do ALL Signature pode ser uma estratégia inteligente para quem busca economizar em hospedagens. Com o plano anual Absolute, é possível gerar mais valor em pontos do que o investimento, além de garantir status elevado e benefícios ao longo do ano. O que é o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Parceria inédita! Abra sua conta na AstroPay e ganhe até 10.000 milhas LATAM Pass
Trocar moeda e ainda ganhar milhas? Sim, é isso que a nova parceria entre a AstroPay e o LATAM Pass está oferecendo aos novos usuários, com possibilidade de gerar até 10.000 milhas no programa! A conta global AstroPay se uniu ao programa de fidelidade da LATAM Airlines para criar uma...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! Transfira pontos para o Azul Fidelidade com até 130% de bônus
Última chance para aproveitar! O Azul Fidelidade está encerrando hoje sua oferta de transferência de pontos, que concede até 130% de bônus no envio de pontos de parceiros, exceto Porto Bank. A promoção é válida somente até hoje, 27 de março. Confira os detalhes e aproveite antes que termine! Azul...
Brazil
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Além do Beto Carrero! Penha recebe o Amazon Parques & Resorts e investe em infraestrutura turística
A cidade de Penha (SC) está expandindo sua infraestrutura turística com um investimento municipal de R$ 25 milhões e a chegada do Amazon Parques & Resorts. Localizado ao lado do Beto Carrero World, o novo complexo terá gestão da gigante americana Wyndham Hotels & Resorts e capacidade para mais de...
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Etihad Business Deals Europa – Asien (Return): 1.300 Euro
Mit der Etihad Business von Europa nach Asien … ACHTUNG: Diese Seite richtet sich an sehr erfahrene Reisende!…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Emissões para a Bahia a partir de 3.900 pontos Azul Fidelidade
No Alerta PPV de hoje, o destaque vai para a Bahia! Nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades no Azul Fidelidade, com emissões a partir de 3.900 pontos + taxas. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite enquanto ainda há disponibilidade! Passagens para a Bahia com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela...
Brazil
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Visa oferece uma diária gratuita no Emiliano Rio de Janeiro
Clientes do Visa Concierge têm acesso a uma oferta que garante uma diária gratuita no Hotel Emiliano Rio de Janeiro. Ao reservar duas noites consecutivas, a terceira sai como cortesia. Confira os detalhes. Como funciona a oferta O benefício é válido para reservas realizadas até 15 de julho, com estadias...
Brazil
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Abasteça com o Shell Box e receba 4% de cashback no Inter
Quer gastar menos no próximo abastecimento? O Inter está novamente com uma oferta que garante 4% de cashback em pagamentos feitos pelo Shell Box. Veja a seguir como funciona a promoção e o passo a passo para aproveitar o benefício. 4% de cashback no Shell Box do Inter Quer aproveitar essa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hilton Honors libera status match para Gold e Diamond com validade até 2028
Clientes com status em programas concorrentes podem aproveitar o status match do Hilton Honors para acessar categorias Gold ou Diamond com menos noites e garantir benefícios por um período mais longo do que o habitual. O Hilton Honors voltou a oferecer sua campanha de status match, permitindo que clientes com...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis em Recife e Fortaleza com diárias a partir de R$ 167
Recife e Fortaleza te esperam! Se você quer curtir essas duas cidades gastando menos, hoje reunimos hotéis da rede Accor com diárias a partir de R$ 167. Alguns aceitam pontos Reward. Veja as opções e escolha onde se hospedar. Vamos aos detalhes. Hotéis em Recife e Fortaleza Além das sugestões...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turkish Airlines adiciona Stansted e chega a três aeroportos em Londres
A Turkish Airlines iniciou voos para o Aeroporto de Londres Stansted, que passa a ser o terceiro terminal atendido pela companhia na capital britânica, ao lado de Londres Heathrow e Londres Gatwick. A nova rota será operada com 15 frequências semanais. Com a inclusão de Stansted, a empresa amplia sua...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Receba 18.000 milhas na hora no Clube Smiles 1.000
Segue valendo a campanha do Clube Smiles 1.000, disponibilizando 18.000 milhas na hora para novas assinaturas. A promoção vai até a próxima terça-feira, dia 31 de março. Veja todos os detalhes abaixo! Adesão ao Clube 1.000 Smiles O bônus será creditado na hora na adesão do clube, sendo 17 mil...
Economondo
A Mediocre A350 Ride: Beijing to Dubai on Air China
Come with me as I sample an Air China Airbus A350 on a flight from Beijing to Dubai
Live and Let’s Fly
Trump Declares Airport Chaos A National Emergency, Moves To Pay TSA Workers Without Congress
Yesterday I wrote about President Donald Trump’s plan to pay TSA workers using existing funds as airport chaos spirals out of control. Today, we have more clarity on how he intends to do it…and more questions about the legal basis for doing so. Trump’s “National Emergency” Plan To Pay TSA...

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One Mile at a Time
Trump Will Pay TSA Officers, Declares Airport Chaos A National Emergency
Recently, President Trump took to social media to claim that employees at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will start to get paid, despite there being no end in sight for the partial government shutdown. Obviously TSA employees getting paid could spell the end of chaos at airports.
One Mile at a Time
Hong Kong Criminalizes Not Sharing Passwords With Police, Even At Airport
If you’re traveling to or even through Hong Kong, this is at least something to be aware of (thanks to @istrakhov for flagging this)…
One Mile at a Time
Buy Air France-KLM Flying Blue Miles With 80% Bonus, 1.69 Cents Each: Worth It?
Strategically buying miles & points for luxury travel can be a great deal. We’ve just seen the Air France-KLM Flying Blue program launch a new promotion on purchased miles. While not quite in line with the best-ever offers we’ve seen from the program, it still has the potential to be...
Points With a Crew
Which Delta American Express card Is Best? (Higher Offers Ending Soon)
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 ...
Frequent Miler
Targeted easy 300 American Airlines miles with 1 click
American Airlines AAdvantage is offering some members a really easy/free 300 miles for opting in to in-app push notifications. All I had to do to earn 300 miles was click a button in my American Airlines app.   The Deal American Airlines AAdvantage is targeting some members for an easy/free...
View from the Wing
United Turned MileagePlus Into A Credit Card Program — How To Earn More And Pay Less Starting April 2
United Airlines shifts MileagePlus so that you only get real value out of the program if you take their credit card, starting April 2. You don't actually need to spend on the annual fee cards to get the value - just have one. And there are limited-time offers...
Frequent Miler
The bright side of Hyatt’s (potential) Globalist shake-up | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep351 | 3-27-26
In today’s podcast episode, we’ll talk about who we would want to buy JetBlue, how Amex missed the mark with its new business card, and the key to preserving our loyalty if Hyatt “mile-stone-ifies” elite benefits. The bright side of Hyatt’s (potential) Globalist shake-up Watch the full episode below, or...
The Bulkhead Seat
JetBlue Expands Fort Lauderdale Hub With New Cleveland Route and Added Flights
JetBlue is continuing to grow its presence at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) with…
Your Mileage May Vary
Bilt Added Wyndham Rewards. Don’t Dismiss It Too Quickly
When Bilt adds a new transfer partner, it usually gets attention. This time, maybe not so much. Bilt recently added Wyndham Rewards as a partner, and I wouldn’t be surprised…
The Bulkhead Seat
TSA Workers Set to Be Paid as Airport Delays Hit Historic Highs
Earlier today, I wrote about the Senate working to get workers paid. That failed…
Miles To Memories
NBA Votes Yes on Vegas, Disappointing New Casino & MGM’s HUGE Strip All-Inclusive Deal
NBA chooses Vegas, Super Bowl coming to town, the newest casino opens & MGM goes all-inclusive!
Frequent Miler
U.S. Bank Business Altitude Connect offer increased to $750 back
The US Bank Business Altitude Connect card’s welcome bonus has recently increased and is now 75,000 points (worth $750 when redeemed for a deposit to a US Bank checking account). The Offer & Key Card Details Quick Thoughts While the Business version of the US Bank Altitude Connect card is,...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Transportation Security Administration Agents Ordered to Be Paid
Agents of the Transportation Security Administration have been ordered by the current president of the United States to be paid despite the ongoing current partial shutdown of the federal government — and their pay should arrive as soon as Monday, March 30, 2026. “If Democrats in the Congress will not act...
View from the Wing
Lawsuit: Marriott Hotel Told Black Guest ‘You People’ Can’t Stay Here — Then Called Police
A Black Ohio man says a Marriott hotel canceled the room he booked for his family on Super Bowl Sunday, then told him “You people” were not allowed to stay there and called police when he challenged the decision. The new federal civil rights lawsuit turns a viral hotel dispute...
Frequent Miler
Air France / KLM Flying Blue increases award surcharges by $100 in business class
As flagged by redditors and Thrifty Traveler, Air France / KLM Flying Blue has increased award surcharges by around $60 in economy class and $100 in business class, which means that you might pay nearly $1,000 per person in taxes and fees on a round-trip business-class award to Europe. It...
Points With a Crew
Which Marriott credit card is the best? (New Higher Offers – Up to 5 Free Nights)
There are 5 different Marriott credit cards - each with their own set of perks and benefits. Let's take a look at the pros and cons and decide which Marriott card is best
Your Mileage May Vary
7 Cruise Situations Where Travel Insurance Won’t Help You
Travel insurance is a must for cruises—but it doesn’t cover everything. After all, when you’re traveling domestically, Most private health insurance plans will cover you for emergency situations. And if…
View from the Wing
Trump Orders TSA Paid Without Congress — Screeners Get Paychecks Monday
President Trump ordered the government to pay TSA screeners even though House Republicans refused to take up a Senate funding bill, and DHS now says officers will get paychecks on Monday. The move may ease the immediate airport staffing crisis after weeks of unpaid work, rising absences, and hundreds of...
Frequent Miler
National Car Rental’s One Two Free Promo Returns
Emerald Club, the loyalty scheme of National Rental Car, has just relaunched a new “One Two Free” promotion, which allows customers to earn free rental days after a minimum of two rentals or two days or more. The Deal National Emerald Club has just launched registration for its next “One,...
Live and Let’s Fly
Scrumptious: Short Rib With Steakhouse Sauce And Twice Baked Potato In American Airlines First Class
Airline menu planners take note: passengers–including this one–love comfort food. My short ribs with a twice baked potato on a recent American Airlines flight in first class was hardly gourmet or elegant, but tasted excellent. Taste Test: Short Rib + Twice Baked Potato In American Airlines First Class I was...
View from the Wing
Secret Service Agent On Jill Biden Detail Accidentally Shoots Himself At Philadelphia Airport
On Friday morning around 8:30–8:45 a.m., March 27, 2026, a U.S. Secret Service special agent assigned to Jill Biden’s protective detail shot himself in the leg at the Philadelphia airport.
Miles To Memories
American Express Will Open First Lounge in Chinese Mainland
American Express revealed this week that it will soon open tis first airport lounge in the Chinese mainland, and more precisely in Shanghai.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn Triple Wyndham Rewards Points On Travel Bundles
You can earn triple points on the purchase of travel bundles as the latest offer for the fourth week of Member Month 2026 with the Wyndham Rewards membership program, which will yield a total of five weeks of deals, discounts, and sweepstakes... ...but you must...
Frequent Miler
15% / 6x back on Apple products today only (3/27) via Capital One Shopping / Offers
Today’s Capital One Top Deal of the Day is for Apple products. I’m seeing 15% back via Capital One Shopping (the public portal that is open to anyone) or 6x miles via Capital One Offers, either of which could be a great return provided you’re buying eligible products. Before of lifetime...