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Rakuten’s 100% Rebate Trick Lets You Buy Hyatt, United, or Alaska Miles for Just 1 Cent Each—Plus 5,000 Bonus Points
Rakuten's latest deal lets you earn Hyatt, United, or Alaska miles at just 1 cent each, plus new members pocket 5,000 bonus points—here’s exactly how to leverage their 100% rebate to unlock incredible travel value.
One Mile at a Time
ANA Boeing 787 U-Turns Over Arctic Ocean, Returns To Japan After 14 Hours
Not all flights go as planned, and sometimes issues arise, necessitating a diversion. Once in a while we’ll see a ”flight to nowhere,” whereby a plane has to return to its origin. However, this has to be one of the most extreme versions of this that I’ve seen.
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Watch: Boeing 777 Aborts Takeoff At Terrifying Speed—Glowing Red Brakes, Burst Tires, And Why Pilots Risked It
A LATAM Boeing 777 reached a frightening 178 miles per hour, nose gear already lifting off the runway—then pilots suddenly slammed on the brakes, leaving tires shredded and brakes glowing red-hot. Here's the dramatic video, and why the crew made the risky decision to abort takeoff.
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British Airways Passenger Reveals The Clever Way He Won Compensation Despite An ‘Extraordinary Circumstance’
A British Airways passenger has revealed the clever way he managed to win compensation for a cancelled flight after the airline initially claimed that a tropical storm that had shuttered an airport was an ‘extraordinary circumstance’ that voided its liability. In the aftermath of Brexit, when the UK left the...
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Passengers On Flight From Tokyo to Frankfurt Face One Of The Longest Ever ‘Flights to Nowhere’ in 14-Hour Endurance Marathon
Passengers on an ANA Airlines flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt on Tuesday faced one of the longest ever ‘flights to nowhere’ when their Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner experienced a maintenance issue as it was flying at over 34,000 feet above the Arctic Ocean. What followed was an endurance marathon as the...
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt Chairman Steps Down Over Epstein Files, As Creepy Emails Released
Well, it’s nice to see some level of accountability for once, though I think he’ll be just fine (thanks to Todd for flagging this).
One Mile at a Time
Alaska Atmos Rewards’ Global Getaways Award Sale: Save Up To 60%
Since 2024, we’ve seen Alaska’s Atmos Rewards program (previously known as Mileage Plan) offer a quarterly promotion for discounted award travel, with significant savings (often up to 60%).
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Amex Platinum Card Loophole Closed: These Purchases no Longer Triggering the Airline Fee Credit
Amex seems to have closed the door on a loophole on the Amex Platinum Card for purchases that used to trigger the airline fee credit.
Miles To Memories
Does Chase Blow Now More Than Ever?
These days, I feel like Chase credit cards and the bank itself are worse than I can ever remember. Thoughts are within. The post Does Chase Blow Now More Than Ever? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Yale Dean’s Bizarre Defense of American Airlines ‘Beloved’ CEO Backfires—Embarrassingly Wrong On The Facts
A Yale business school dean just penned an extraordinary defense of American Airlines CEO Robert Isom, praising him as "beloved" and "resilient," while blaming Boeing and bad weather for poor profits and operational meltdowns—but literally none of his claims withstand scrutiny. I go line-by-line.
Live and Let’s Fly
Tragedy: American Express May Have Closed United Airlines Travel Bank “Loophole”
When I say “tragedy,” I am absolutely being sarcastic. It appears–though it is too early to tell–that American Express has closed a well-known loophole allowing cardmembers to receive credit for the purchase of United Airlines “Travel Bank” credit. My response: you weren’t entitled to it in the first place, so...
Frequent Miler
Fine Hotels + Resorts® vs The Edit by Chase Travel℠ | Coffee Break Ep93 | 2-17-26
Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Edit by Chase Travel℠ are hotel programs offered by American Express and Chase, which offer a similar array of perks. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t significant differences. Greg discusses a recent stay where he used both of these back-to-back. Fine Hotels + Resorts®...
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‘For the safety and comfort of other passengers’: Woman books Southwest flight to Vegas. Then a manager insists she has to get a $176 second seat because she’s plus size
“Are you saying I need an extra seat because I'm bigger?”
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Two passengers fit personal items in Frontier bag size checker. Then a worker steps in: ‘Looks like a scam to me’
“Frontier associates get paid a kick-back for bag fees!”
International Stories
Germany
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DEAL: Air India Business Frankfurt – Kathmandu (Return): 1.200 Euro
Mit der Air India Business von Frankfurt nach Kathmandu … Business Deals von Europa nach Nepal sind äußerst…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis em Salvador com diárias a partir de R$ 179
Hora de fazer as malas e aproveitar as coisas boas da vida! E sua experiência em Salvador começa pela hospedagem. No artigo de hoje, separamos alguma opções de hotéis Accor. Confira diárias a partir de R$ 179. Vamos aos principais detalhes. Hotéis Accor em Salvador Abaixo você encontra os hotéis...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Compra Millas SUMA de Air Europa con Bonus de hasta el 50%
Excelente oportunidad para obtener millas del programa SUMA de Air Europa con un 50% de bonus extra hasta el próximo 4 de Marzo
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Lufthansa inicia modernização de 38 Airbus A320 com nova cabine
Os Airbus A320, que formam a maior parte da frota da Lufthansa, passam por uma reconfiguração interna que altera assentos, compartimentos de bagagem e infraestrutura elétrica da cabine. A Lufthansa iniciou um programa de modernização de 38 aeronaves Airbus A320, com conclusão prevista até 2029. O programa de retrofit envolve...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voos para o Nordeste a partir de 4.000 pontos Azul Fidelidade
No Alerta PPV de hoje, encontramos disponibilidades para quem busca viajar para destinos do Nordeste a partir de 4.000 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite para garantir sua próxima viagem! Passagens para Nordeste com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a seguir trechos para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Companhia aérea tailandesa altera políticas de bagagem despachada
  Thai Airways abandona sistema por peso e adota franquia de bagagem por peça a partir de março. Companhia altera cálculo de bagagem despachada em toda a rede, amplia diferenciação entre tarifas e mantém benefícios adicionais para passageiros frequentes. A Thai Airways implementará, a partir de 02 de março de...
Germany
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Sehr jung: Me and All Ulm – Deluxe Room
Ein World of Hyatt Deal im Me and All in Ulm … Hyatt hat mit der Lindner Kooperation…
Brazil
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Esfera com até 13 pontos por real em lojas parceiras
O Esfera lançou uma nova rodada de promoções com lojas parceiras. Durante a campanha, é possível acumular até 13 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Confira a lista de lojas participantes e aproveite. Promoções Esfera Confira na tabela abaixo as promoções em destaque na Esfera: Grupo de promoções do...
Korea
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American Airlines ICN-DFW (AA280) B777-200 Business Class Review
지난주 한국 인천공항에서 달라스까지 타고왔던 AA280편 B777-200 비지니스석 탑승후기에 오셨습니다.  갑자기 가야했던 일정에 부지런히 돌아오는 항공권을 해야해서, 급발권으로 보이는 비지니석을 바로 발권했는데요. 다행이 여러가지로 만족한 비행을 했다고 생각합니다. 
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos para São Paulo a partir de 5.184 milhas LATAM Pass
Suas milhas estão paradas e não sabe o que fazer com elas? Pois saiba que elas podem virar embarque! No Alerta de Passagens do Pontos Pra Voar de hoje, separamos alguns trechos para São Paulo a partir de 5.184 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Confira a seguir e aproveite para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos pelo Brasil a partir de 4.500 milhas Smiles
No Alerta PPV de hoje, encontramos ótimas oportunidades para quem quer viajar pelo Brasil usando milhas. Há passagens emitidas pelo Smiles a partir de 4.500 milhas + taxas, com disponibilidade saindo de diversas cidades. Vale conferir a lista completa e garantir sua emissão enquanto ainda há lugares com bons valores....
Brazil
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Passageiros elegem LATAM como melhor entretenimento de bordo da América do Sul
Reconhecimento da APEX é baseado em avaliações de clientes coletadas em mais de um milhão de voos e cerca de 600 companhias aéreas; destaque vai para a plataforma LATAM Play e sua expansão de conteúdo desde 2024. A LATAM Airlines foi apontada como a companhia aérea com o “Melhor Entretenimento...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize até R$ 7 ao abastecer com cupom ativo no Shell Box
O cupom SVPDAY está de volta no app Shell Box e pode render uma boa economia no abastecimento. Com ele, você garante R$ 0,10 de desconto por litro, com limite de até R$ 7 de economia ao abastecer combustíveis da linha V-Power da Shell. Abaixo, confira o passo a passo...
Germany
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20% RABATT bei World of Hyatt Puntkesale
World of Hyatt Punkte mit einem Rabatt kaufen … World of Hyatt hat wieder mal einen Punktesale gestartet.…
Germany
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Bis 30% RABATT bei Choice Privileges Punktesale = günstiges Nordeuropa
Bei Choice Privileges Punkte mit einem Rabatt kaufen … Choice Privileges hat erneut einen Punkteverkauf gestartet. Es warten…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Região Sul ultrapassa 18 milhões de passageiros em 2025
Com forte avanço nos principais terminais e expansão da malha regional, a região Sul encerrou 2025 com mais de 18 milhões de passageiros nas capitais e crescimento relevante também em aeroportos do interior. O desempenho, acompanhado de novos aportes federais em infraestrutura, consolida o papel da região na dinâmica do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Viaje sem medo! Contrate o seguro da Assist Card com até 60% OFF
Viaje sem receio e viva cada destino ao máximo. Com a Assist Card, você tem proteção, até 60% de economia, pontos Livelo e até sala VIP em planos selecionados. Não dá para deixar uma oportunidade dessa passar, não é mesmo?! Aproveite a parceria da Assist Card com o Pontos Pra...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Nova carteira de identidade passa a ser obrigatória em voos internacionais
A nova Carteira de Identidade Nacional (CIN) tornou-se obrigatória para o embarque em voos internacionais em aeroportos brasileiros para viagens no Mercosul. Com código compatível similar ao passaporte, o documento é indispensável para viagens a países como Argentina, Uruguai, Paraguai e Bolívia. Viajantes podem solicitar o novo documento até 2032....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis Novotel pelo Brasil com piscina e diárias a partir de R$ 210
Se piscina é prioridade na hora de reservar um hotel, esta seleção é para você! No artigo de hoje, separamos hotéis Novotel pelo Brasil com bom custo-benefício e diárias a partir de R$ 210 que estão esperando por você. Vamos aos detalhes. Hotéis Novotel com Piscina Logo abaixo temos algumas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Novo acordo entre Lufthansa Group e Air India facilita conexões do Brasil para a Índia
O mercado Brasil–Índia pode ganhar novas combinações de voos e conexões com a expansão da parceria entre o Lufthansa Group e a Air India, que integra hubs europeus à malha doméstica indiana. O Lufthansa Group e a Air India assinaram um Memorando de Entendimentos (MoU) que estabelece as bases para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles oferece voos para Paris a partir de 79.000 milhas
No Alerta PPV de hoje, reunimos oportunidades para Paris, com valores a partir de 79.000 milhas Smiles + taxas. Confira a lista completa e aproveite para emitir sua viagem para Paris gastando menos milhas! Passagens para Paris com milhas Smiles Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada no momento da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Promessa renovada: Aeromóvel de Guarulhos diz que abre até março
A poucos metros dos terminais mais movimentados do país, o Aeromóvel de Guarulhos já circula diariamente — mas apenas com funcionários a bordo. Enquanto o consórcio responsável fala em abertura ao público nas próximas semanas, documentos da agência reguladora indicam que a certificação ainda não foi concluída e que não...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe até 165.000 pontos em novas assinaturas ao Clube Livelo
A Livelo voltou com uma nova rodada de ofertas para os Clubes Livelo. Agora, é possível receber até 165.000 pontos em novas adesões aos planos Classic, Special, Plus ou Super, nas modalidades mensal ou anual. Vale ficar atento à quantidade de pontos oferecida em cada plano. Confira abaixo todos os...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Lufthansa amplia oferta da cabine Allegris em voos para o Brasil
Desde outubro de 2025, os voos entre o Brasil e Frankfurt já contam com o Lufthansa operando o Boeing 787-9 equipado com a cabine Allegris. Agora, a companhia passou a liberar quase toda a executiva para venda após avanços no processo de certificação, ampliando a oferta efetiva do novo produto...
Your Mileage May Vary
Citi Strata Premier’s $100 Hotel Credit: How to Use It (Step-by-Step
The Citi Strata Premier is one of those cards that makes perfect sense… if you use it the way Citi expects you to use it. Not for lounge access. Not…
Miles To Memories
IHG Adds Its 21st Brand, Noted Collection
InterContinental Hotels Group has officially launched its 21st brand, named the "Noted Collection". The post IHG Adds Its 21st Brand, Noted Collection appeared first on Miles to Memories.

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Points Miles and Bling
Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe
There isn’t a ton of train coverage here on Points Miles and Bling, and maybe that’s something we change going… The post Limited Time: Free First Class Upgrades on Trains in Europe appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Frequent Miler
Capital One Offers: Buy $200 of gift cards from CardCash & earn 5K bonus miles (targeted)
There are several different interesting Capital One Offers deals at the moment, all of which are targeted. One such example is the opportunity to earn 5,000 bonus miles when spending $200+ on gift cards at CardCash. The Deal Earn 5,000 bonus miles from Capital One Offers when spending $200+ at...
One Mile at a Time
My Strange Credit Card Fraud With Grab In Malaysia: Help Me Make Sense Of It?
Despite the fact that I have dozens of credit cards, I deal with very little credit card fraud, all things considered. It’s also not something that I’m too paranoid about, given the great protection offered by most credit cards in the event of fraud.
You Are Travel
Like to Gamble? – This Latest Move Warrants a Closer Look at Wyndham Rewards
​tl;dr – Wyndham just inked a deal to add four casino properties. ​Wyndham and the Choctaw Nation of… The post Like to Gamble? – This Latest Move Warrants a Closer Look at Wyndham Rewards appeared first on You Are Travel.
Miles To Memories
Bank of America Making Big Changes in Preferred Rewards Rebrand
Bank of America has just announced a massive overhaul of its popular "Preferred Rewards" program. On or about May 26, 2026, the program will officially become BofA Rewards™. The post Bank of America Making Big Changes in Preferred Rewards Rebrand appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Bulkhead Seat
Porter Airlines Expands Network with New Austin Route and Chicago Airport Swap
Porter Airlines is continuing its growth in the United States and Canada with the… The post Porter Airlines Expands Network with New Austin Route and Chicago Airport Swap appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Citi Custom Cash Credit Card Review (2026)
The Citi Custom Cash card is Citi’s answer to the traditional 5x rotating-category card (ie, Chase Freedom Flex or Discover It). The card offers 5x ThankYou points in the eligible category in which you spend the most, up to $500 in total purchases within that category per month. However, Citi...
Points With a Crew
Do hotel front desk clerks intentionally not ask you about your stay when you checkout?
Recent stays have made me wonder - do hotel front desk clerks intentionally not ask you about your stay when you check out? It seems like it would be ...
Points With a Crew
Should you buy Marriott points with a 40% bonus?
Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if makes sense financially! Does the new Marriott promotion fit that criteria?
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class
I enjoyed an excellent flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bali on a brand new Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo in business class, a beautiful aircraft with a comfortable business class seat and excellent service onboard. Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class Review (KUL-DPS) The only reason I flew to Bali (and why the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Airport (BUSINESS CLASS)  – Growing Old in Style
TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style Time to head from one level of cold to another. It’s off to Oslo on an aircraft that feels like it’s done some hard time in its life.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old....
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Plane Declared a Crime Scene After a Bullet is Discovered in an Overhead Bin
A United Airlines airplane at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) was temporarily grounded and declared a crime scene on Tuesday afternoon after a single bullet was discovered in an overhead bin. The Boeing 737 (registration: N37456) was due to operate United flight UA-1511 from Newark to Miami. Departure was set...
One Mile at a Time
Why Do Some Airplane Seats Have Shoulder Belts? Or Airbag Belts?
There are so many different types of airplane seats out there, and they all have their own unique design quirks. Along those lines, have you ever noticed how some first and business class seats have three-point seatbelts (that go over your shoulder), while others don’t? Let’s talk about why that...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why It’s Suddenly Hard to Lift the Armrest on Some Southwest Planes
Quick tip: On Southwest’s newly retrofitted 737-800s, the aisle armrest release button is behind the hinge near the seatback, not underneath the arm. Press firmly while lifting. Southwest’s cabin retrofits…
Miles To Memories
Chase Offers: Spend $600 Through Chase Travel, Get $100 Credit
Chase has launched a new Chase Offer for Sapphire, Freedom, Ink, and J.P. Morgan Reserve cardholders, offering a $100 statement credit when they spend at least $600 on Chase Travel in a single transaction. The post Chase Offers: Spend $600 Through Chase Travel, Get $100 Credit appeared first on Miles to...
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Sued For Abandoning Wheelchair Passenger in Airport Bathroom—Offers $150 Voucher
A passenger is suing Southwest Airlines, claiming the airline denied her wheelchair assistance and then left her stranded in an airport restroom, causing severe emotional distress—Southwest responded by offering just a $150 voucher.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Flight Attendant Killed in Horror Highway Smash On Way To Visit the Taj Mahal During Layover
A flight attendant working for LOT Polish Airlines has been killed in a horror highway smash during a layover in Delhi, India. The crew member, along with a female colleague, was using the work trip to visit the Taj Mahal, one of the Six Wonders of the World. Local police...
The Bulkhead Seat
Unruly Passenger Forces Delta Air Lines Flight Back to Houston After Midair Antics
A Delta Air Lines flight traveling from Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to… The post Unruly Passenger Forces Delta Air Lines Flight Back to Houston After Midair Antics appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Earn 2x MQDs with targeted Delta credit card spending offers
Some Delta credit cardholders are being targeted with a spending offer awarding double Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) on all spend through May 17. The Deal Earn 2x Medallion Qualification Dollars per $20 spent on a targeted Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card or Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card....
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Qatar Airways Privilege Club: 50% bonus Avios on flights out of Doha (Feb 18 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight has Qatar Airways celebrating Ramadan with 50% bonus Avios on flights out of Doha, Qatar! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post Qatar Airways Privilege Club: 50% bonus Avios on flights out of Doha (Feb 18 Bonus Offer Highlight) appeared first on Frequent...
Economondo
Royal Brunei Dreamliner Review: Sampling the Cheapest Direct Flight from Dubai to London
Flying with Royal Brunei Airlines on their fifth freedom overnight slog from Dubai to London Heathrow
Points Miles and Bling
How Bad Is Basic Economy in Canada, Really?
After a recent Porter basic economy flight from Miami to Vancouver (via Toronto) and back, and amid many emotions along… The post How Bad Is Basic Economy in Canada, Really? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
One Mile at a Time
Miami Airport Wait N’ Rest Airside In-Terminal Sleep Pods Now Open
Back in June 2024, Miami-Dade officials approved plans for in-terminal sleep pods at Miami International Airport. There’s now an update, as this facility has opened, so we have all the details.
Frequent Miler
Buy World of Hyatt points for 2.08 cents per point
World of Hyatt is running another sale on its points. While the pricing isn’t spectacular, it might be of interest if you don’t have a stash of Chase Ultimate Rewards or Bilt points. The Deal Save 20% when buying 7,000+ World of Hyatt points (2.08 cents per point). Direct link...