Traveling For Miles
Why the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is weak
There are premium credit cards that charge high annual fees and can justify them. The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is not one of them. At $650 a year, this card needs to work hard to earn its place in a wallet, and right now I don't think it's...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Qantas Will Conquer the ‘Final Frontier of Long-Haul Travel’ With 22 Hour Non-Stop Flights Between London and Sydney
London has just been named as the first-ever ultra-long-haul destination to connect to Sydney, Australia, with 22-hour non-stop flights. If all now goes to plan, Australian flag carrier, Qantas plans to launch the bum-numbing service in October 2027, using specially adapted Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The announcement was made on Wednesday...
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Dude Tried The Oldest Trick in the Book to Cut the Airport Line. It Didn’t End Well.
When stuck on a long line, a certain tribal instinct starts to kick in. People know where they are in the line, as well as exactly who’s in front of…
View from the Wing
Japan Airlines CEO Takes Another 30% Pay Cut As It Bans All 6,000 Flight Attendants From Drinking On Trips
Japan Airlines CEO Mitsuko Tottori will take another 30% pay cut after flight attendants broke pre-duty alcohol rules, forcing a Hiroshima–Tokyo flight delay. JAL fired or suspended the crew involved, banned flight attendant layover drinking, and again showed a level of executive accountability rarely seen in the airline industry.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Thing The Government Still Does To TSA PreCheck And Global Entry Members Every Day
Most people assume that once they’re approved for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, the hard part is over. After all, you’ve paid the fee, submitted your information, undergone a background…
Points Miles and Bling
Review: Ritz-Carlton Kyoto fell short of expectations
The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto opened its doors in 2014 as the first international luxury hotel in this historic city. I heard…
One Mile at a Time
Our Disastrous First Flight As A Family Of Four: I’m Still Mentally Recovering
I’d like to think that I’m a pretty competent air traveler — I certainly have the experience and knowledge to navigate just about any situation, since I’ve been a frequent flyer for around two decades, have logged many millions of miles, and study this stuff endlessly.
One Mile at a Time
Thai Airways’ New Business Class For 777 & 787 Launches Mid-2027
Thai Airways has historically struggled with fleet and product consistency. That’s largely because the airline has lacked a long term strategy due to constant financial issues, and that has made it tough to actually invest in the passenger experience.
One Mile at a Time
Uh Oh: Marriott Hotel Owners Demand More Money For Bonvoy Award Stays
I have to say, I completely understand where the hotel owners are coming from, and it’s almost certainly terrible news for members of Marriott Bonvoy’s loyalty program.
One Mile at a Time
What Are France’s Famous “Palace” Hotels? Only 33 Properties Make The List
I’ve written in the past about the general issue with hotel star ratings. Hotels can ultimately identify themselves however they’d like — while there are organizations like AAA and Forbes that award stars, personally I don’t put too much weight into those ratings. While they’re fine for giving you a...
View from the Wing
Wheelchair Passenger Says British Airways Wouldn’t Let Her Fly New York – London Alone Because She Might Need Bathroom Help
Wheelchair user Samanta Bullock says British Airways denied her boarding on a New York–London flight because she was traveling alone and might need help reaching the lavatory. She says American Airlines asked a similar question but still let her fly, while BA appears to have confused required aisle-chair assistance with...
Travel With Grant
Why I Haven’t Had a Hyatt Credit Card (or Hyatt Elite Status) for Nearly 6 Years
It may come as a surprise, but I haven't had a Hyatt credit card or Hyatt elite status in nearly six years. As Chase prepares to reduce transfers to Hyatt, I'm facing a decision: should I move up to 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points to Hyatt now, or keep my points...
The Bulkhead Seat
It’s Back: Earn Delta Medallion® Qualifying Dollars With Hotel Stays and Rental Cars
Delta has run this MQD promotion multiple times over the past few years and…
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voe pelo Brasil a partir de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Quer viajar pelo Brasil gastando menos pontos? No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe selecionou 15 oportunidades pelo Brasil no Azul Fidelidade, com passagens disponíveis a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos que encontramos e aproveite para planejar sua próxima viagem economizando no resgate! Passagens com pontos Azul...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Pagar para não ter vizinho? Virgin Atlantic estuda vender assentos vazios ao lado dos passageiros
A Virgin Atlantic parece estar se preparando para lançar uma nova modalidade de leilão que permitirá aos passageiros disputar a chance de viajar sem ninguém sentado ao lado, pagando para ter os assentos vazios. A novidade ainda não foi oficialmente anunciada, mas os termos e condições do programa já apareceram...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Esfera oferece 25% de bônus na transferência para o Iberia Club
A Esfera está encerrando hoje sua campanha de transferência bonificada para o Iberia Club. Nesta oferta, os clientes podem garantir 25% de bônus, vale a pena conferir os detalhes antes do encerramento e aproveitar a oportunidade para turbinar seus Avios. Promoção Esfera e Iberia Club Para esta campanha, a bonificação...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Como é voar na classe executiva da Azul? Minha experiência no voo Lisboa–Campinas
Viajar na classe executiva sempre gera expectativas, mas confesso que o voo da Azul entre Lisboa e Campinas conseguiu superá-las. Neste post, compartilho como foi a minha experiência na cabine premium da companhia, desde o check-in até o desembarque em Viracopos. O serviço oferecido na classe executiva da Azul no...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade oferece até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Banestes
Tem pontos acumulados no Banestes? O Azul Fidelidade lançou uma nova campanha de transferência bonificada, oferecendo até 120% de bônus no envio de pontos para o programa. Confira as condições da promoção e veja como aproveitar! Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Banestes Para esta campanha, a bonificação está estruturada da seguinte...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 16 de junho de 2026
Bem-vindo a mais uma edição do Radar PPV! Nesta terça-feira, nossa equipe trouxe o resumo de todas as campanhas disponíveis no mundo dos pontos e milhas. Confira os detalhes a seguir. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos Promoções de transferência de pontos Compra de pontos com desconto Compra de pontos com...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV: passagens LATAM a partir de R$ 258 para viajar pelo Brasil
Neste Alerta PPV, nossa equipe reuniu algumas opções de passagens da LATAM a partir de R$ 258 para diversos destinos espalhados pelo Brasil. Veja as opções e escolha a que mais combina com você. Passagens nacionais na LATAM Para garantir as suas passagens nacionais LATAM, siga estes passos: Acesse a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ainda dá tempo! Nomad oferece até 30 mil pontos Azul Fidelidade na primeira conversão
Ainda dá tempo de aproveitar a promoção da Nomad em parceria com o Azul Fidelidade. Ao abrir sua conta utilizando o cupom VOAR30K, você pode receber até 30.000 pontos na primeira conversão. Veja as regras da campanha e aproveite enquanto a oferta segue ativa. Conta digital Nomad A Nomad é...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Assist Card: contrate o seguro viagem com desconto de até 60%
Viajar com mais tranquilidade pode custar menos do que você imagina. Com a parceria entre Assist Card e Pontos pra Voar, é possível garantir até 60% de desconto no seguro viagem, acumular pontos Livelo e ainda contar com acesso à sala VIP em determinados planos. Veja as condições. Sala VIP...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogou! Solicite seu cartão GOL Smiles Visa Infinite e acumule até 7 milhas por dólar e acesso a salas VIP
A Smiles decidiu prorrogar por mais 30 dias a sua campanha do cartão GOL Smiles Visa Infinite que oferece pontuação turbinada de até 7 milhas por dólar. Agora, a oferta vai até o dia 15 de julho. Isso significa que ainda dá tempo de solicitar o seu cartão GOL Smiles Visa Infinite e aproveitar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade oferece até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos Coopera
Tem pontos no Coopera e estava esperando uma boa oportunidade para transferi-los? O Azul Fidelidade lançou uma nova campanha de transferência bonificada válida até o dia 18 de junho, em que os clientes podem garantir até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Confira as principais regras da oferta e...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Finnair passa a utilizar plataforma centralizada do Avios
Os membros do Finnair Plus agora podem movimentar Avios não apenas com a British Airways, mas também com Iberia, Aer Lingus e Vueling por meio da plataforma centralizada do Avios. A mudança amplia a integração do ecossistema e oferece mais flexibilidade para quem utiliza programas que adotam a moeda Avios....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogou! Ganhe 16.000 milhas na hora ao assinar o Clube Smiles 2.000
Ainda tá tempo! A campanha de adesão da Smiles, em que oferece aos novos assinantes a possibilidade de garantir 16.000 milhas na hora, foi prorrogada. A campanha será válida até as 10h de amanhã, dia 17 de junho. Confira os detalhes e veja como aproveitar. Promoção Clube Smiles 2.000 As...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Qatar Airways endurece ainda mais regras para resgates com Avios
As novas restrições anunciadas pela Qatar Airways para resgates com Avios já começaram a aparecer na prática. Em testes realizados pelo PPV, o sistema bloqueou uma emissão para dois passageiros e informou que o número de viajantes excedia a quantidade de pessoas cadastradas nas listas autorizadas da conta. No início...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos pela América do Sul a partir de 18.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Pensando em explorar a América do Sul gastando menos pontos? No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou excelentes oportunidades no Azul Fidelidade para destinos sul-americanos. Há emissões disponíveis a partir de 18.600 pontos + taxas, voando com a Azul Linhas Aéreas, conforme disponibilidade. Confira a seleção de voos que...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Novidade! TAP Miles&Go é o novo parceiro para transferência de pontos BTG Pactual – ganhe 20% de bônus por tempo limitado
O TAP Miles&Go está comunicando seus clientes sobre seu novo parceiro para transferência de pontos: BTG Pactual. Em comemoração, estão oferecendo 20% de bônus na transferência por tempo limitado.  Parceria BTG Pactual e TAP Miles&Go Hoje, dia 16 de junho, o TAP Miles&Go está enviando um e-mail para os seus...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mega Oferta ALL Accor: hotéis ibis Styles com piscina pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 161
Se a ideia é relaxar e aproveitar bons momentos, vale conferir esta seleção especial. Reunimos hotéis ibis Styles com piscina em diferentes cidades brasileiras, com diárias a partir de R$ 161 na Mega Oferta ALL Accor. Veja os detalhes e programe sua próxima viagem. Mega Oferta ALL Accor Até 25%...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Assine ou faça upgrade do Clube Azul e ganhe até 70% de bônus
Pensando em entrar para o Clube Azul ou subir de categoria? O Azul Fidelidade lançou uma nova campanha para quem deseja assinar o clube ou realizar o upgrade do plano. Nesta oferta, os clientes podem garantir até 70% de bônus em ambas as modalidades, seguindo as regras da promoção. A...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
American Airlines inaugura nove novos portões em Dallas
A American Airlines e o Aeroporto Internacional de Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) inauguraram uma nova área de embarque no Terminal C, adicionando nove portões à infraestrutura do maior hub da companhia aérea. A entrega marca a conclusão da expansão do chamado Terminal C e é a primeira etapa visível de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
10 anos! Livelo oferece 13.000 pontos no 1º mês ao assinar o Clube Classic
Pensando em entrar para o Clube Livelo Classic? A Livelo, em comemoração aos seus 10 anos, trouxe de volta sua oferta para novos assinantes na modalidade anual. Além de garantir os benefícios recorrentes do plano, os clientes recebem 13.000 pontos já no primeiro mês de assinatura, seguindo as regras da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Qatar Airways retomará voos diários para Filadélfia
A Qatar Airways anunciou que voltará a operar voos diários entre Doha e Filadélfia a partir de 1º de agosto de 2026. A rota será realizada com Airbus A350-900 equipados com as suítes Qsuite e internet Starlink, reforçando a presença da companhia nos Estados Unidos e ampliando as opções de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade oferece até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos Uau CAIXA
Tem pontos acumulados no Uau CAIXA? O Azul Fidelidade lançou uma nova campanha de transferência bonificada em parceria com o Uau CAIXA, oferecendo até 120% de bônus no envio de pontos para o programa. Confira as condições da oferta e veja como aproveitar! Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Uau CAIXA Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Copa Airlines amplia stopover gratuito no Panamá para até 15 dias
A Copa Airlines anunciou uma expansão do seu programa de stopover no Panamá: a partir de agora, passageiros em conexão poderão permanecer no país por até 15 dias sem custo adicional na tarifa aérea, mais que dobrando o limite anterior de sete dias. A Copa Airlines vai ampliar seu programa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Viaje para os EUA a partir de 59.500 milhas Smiles
Que tal colocar os Estados Unidos na sua próxima viagem gastando menos milhas? No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou excelentes oportunidades de emissão com a Smiles, com passagens para diferentes destinos norte-americanos a partir de 59.500 milhas + taxas e saídas de diversas cidades brasileiras. Confira os trechos...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates Has Just Created its Own Version of European Passenger Rights, But You Have to Pay Extra For It
The embattled Persian Gulf mega airline Emirates has just created a travel insurance product that largely mimics the protections offered under Europe’s famous EU-261 passenger rights regulations… There is, however, one very significant difference. To take advantage of the Emirates insurance protections, you have to pay extra for them. Emirates...
TravelUpdate
Marriott Is Introducing A New Way To Search For Hotels
Marriott will soon be introducing a new way to search and book your next stay with a property in the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio.

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View from the Wing
Wyndham’s New Credit Cards Get Richer And Pricier, But The Best Old Benefits Are Long Gone
Wyndham’s new Barclays credit cards offer bigger bonuses, richer credits, redemption discounts, and higher annual fees. The Business card remains the most interesting, but the old magic is gone now that Wyndham business card Diamond no longer matches to Caesars Diamond and Vacasa redemptions are no longer offered.
One Mile at a Time
Earn Delta SkyMiles Elite Status (MQDs) With Hotels, Rental Cars, And More
Delta SkyMiles has launched a promotion whereby hotel stays, vacation rentals, and rental cars, can count toward elite status for a limited time. We saw a similar promotion from Delta three times in both 2024 and 2025, and we’re now seeing this return for a third time in 2026 (and...
Miles For Family
Booked a last-minute getaway on miles and points
I just got back from a trip to Asia, and re-entry has not been easy. So I must be crazy to think about traveling again in the near future, right? Well, having miles and points makes you do crazy things. After discovering my work schedule is giving me an extended...
Economy Class & Beyond
Norweigan to purchase Nordic Leisure Travel Group
It seems that Norwegian (operators of Norwegian Air Shuttle and Widerøe) is on a strengthening spree, with the group to acquire the Nordic Leisure Travel Group. The Nordic Leisure Travel Group (NLTG) is a leading company in hotel and leisure travel experiences in the Nordics. The transaction brings together household...
View from the Wing
Thousands Of American Airlines Employees Said New Uniforms Made Them Sick. 10 Years Later, Appeals Court Says They Couldn’t Prove It
Thousands of American Airlines employees claimed the carrier’s 2016 uniforms caused rashes, respiratory symptoms, and other health problems. A federal appeals court has now ended one major case, ruling the employees lacked admissible expert evidence proving the uniforms caused their symptoms.
Traveling For Miles
Get at least 15% off IHG’s best flexible rates in its latest Europe & UK sale
IHG's current global points promotion isn't really worth getting excited about and in what appears to be a further bid to bore members to death, it has now launched an equally dull European sale in which it's offering discounts "from 15%" for stays through March next year.
Frequent Miler
The Edit by Chase Travel℠ price match success….sort of
Over the weekend, I read a post at Dan’s Deals with great interest as he detailed his experience filing a price match guarantee claim for a booking made through Chase Travel℠ for a property under The Edit (Chase’s luxury hotel booking platform). I was excited to learn that it is...
Live and Let’s Fly
Wizz Air Releases A Pop Song With INNA, But Starlink Wi-Fi Is The Real Headliner
Wizz Air has teamed up with Romanian pop star INNA for a Wizz Air-themed summer song called “Wizz Away.” I have no idea who INNA is, but the song is actually catchy and the marketing move is at least more memorable than another fare sale…though I’d think the budget carrier...
Live from a Lounge
American Express Membership Rewards will soon lose Etihad Guest as of July 1, 2026 in India as global partnership winds down
American Express India has finally announced that it, too, will leave Etihad Guest as a transfer partner as of July 1, 2026. Here are the details.
No Work All Travel
Flight Review: Japan Airlines Business Class Tokyo to Jakarta
Owing to a rare upgrade, I recently experienced Japan Airlines business class from Tokyo Narita to Jakarta.   Check-in Japan Airlines (JAL) currently uses Terminal 2 at Tokyo Narita International Airport. Some airport hotels offer shuttles both to the larger (of 2) AEON mall complex, and the airport, so I...
Live from a Lounge
Air India introduces Basic Fares on domestic routes, making complimentary meals optional for some passengers
Air India has launched fares without meals. Available on 40 routes for now, these fares will get you a fare without a meal on board, in exchange for cheaper fares.
One Mile at a Time
European Union Adds New Carry-On Bag Rules: How Will Ryanair Market Flights?!
The European Union has just finalized some new regulations that will impact airline passengers. In a separate post, I covered how we’re going to see positive reforms to Europe’s (already) generous flight delay compensation scheme. That came as a surprise, since the belief was that the policies were going to...
One Mile at a Time
European Union Updating Flight Delay Compensation Rules… For The Better!
The European Union has the most consumer friendly policies in the world when it comes to what passengers are entitled to in the event that their flight is significantly delayed or canceled. This policy is known as EC261 (often referred to as EU261), and it entitles consumers to compensation in...
One Mile at a Time
193-Room St. Regis London Opens Late 2026 (After Big Delay), Now Bookable
London is one of the most premium hotel markets in the world, though it’s a city that has surprisingly few luxury points hotel options. That’s slowly changing, though we’re having to be really patient, given constant construction delays.
Points With a Crew
Delta SkyMiles® Gold Business American Express Review – New Higher Welcome Offer And Checked Bag Benefit
KEY LINK: Delta SkyMiles® Gold Business American Express Card – Limited Time Offer: Earn 90,000 Bonus Miles after spending $6,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Offer ends 7/15/26. $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $150 (see rates and...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Seat Swap Requests and Paid Seat Assignments: What Would You Do?
While I was seated in the economy class cabin aboard an airplane during the boarding process for a flight, a passenger attempted to trade his middle seat with a woman who was sitting in an aisle seat because of frequent lavatory use as the reason. That had me thinking about...
Frequent Miler
Wyndham Amex Offer for midscale brands: Spend $250 & get $50 back
There are three different types of targeted Wyndham Amex Offers at the moment. We’ve already written about the one for luxury brands and the one for value brands; this post is about the offer for midscale brands. The Deal Spend $250+ on room rate & room charges at Wyndham midscale...
The Bulkhead Seat
Which US Airports Have the Cheapest Airfare? 2026 Rankings Revealed
A new analysis of government data has revealed which US airports offer travelers the…
Frequent Miler
Chase Travel℠ / The Edit: Best Rate Guarantee | Coffee Break Ep110 | 6-16-26
Chase has been slowly rolling out a Best Rate Guarantee for Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders who book hotels through Chase Travel℠. We’ll talk about what that means in today’s episode. Chase Travel / The Edit: Best Rate Guarantee Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform....
The Bulkhead Seat
Hilton Honors Reveals Final Round of 250-Point America Experiences
Back in May, I wrote about the new “Hilton Honors America Experiences,” powered by Hampton…
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Owners Push for More Money for Marriott Bonvoy® Award Redemptions
A coalition representing nearly 1,000 Marriott-affiliated hotels is urging Marriott International to make changes…
Your Mileage May Vary
Dude Tried The Oldest Trick in the Book to Cut the Airport Line. It Didn’t End Well.
When stuck on a long line, a certain tribal instinct starts to kick in. People know where they are in the line, as well as exactly who’s in front of…
Frequent Miler
Q3 2026 activation links for cards offering 5% in rotating categories
Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex, Discover It, US Bank Cash+, and Citi Dividend cards all have rotating quarterly categories that earn 5% back, and the new categories for Q3 2026 are now live. Below are the details of each card’s categories from July 1 to September 30, 2026, along with...
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TURKISH AIRLINES: Non-stop Australia flights delayed until 2027
Turkish Airlines’ promised non-stop flights between Istanbul and Australia have slipped again, with Sydney now expected by the end of 2027 and Melbourne pushed into 2028. That is the bad news. Turkish Airlines plans to fly a specially configured Airbus A350-1000, heavy on premium seats, fitted with the airline’s new...