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What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 354
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 24 May, 2026
Greetings from Sydney. Back at home for a week or so before I head out on my next trip. Later this week, I’m heading eastward to the Americas. Precise location and cities to visit will be revealed as the trip progresses. These will all be totally new destinations for me,...
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Eight Easy Ways Canadians Can Tell Tourists Are American
Americans visiting Canada often assume they blend in pretty well. Canadians would apparently disagree. 😆 Regardless of where you read it, the media is in agreement that Canadians are not…
View from the Wing
Viral Video Shows United Airlines Charging Senior Citizen $400 Extra For Ticket — What’s Really Happening
A viral video appears to show United raising a fare by $400 after a passenger enters a senior-citizen date of birth, with the website saying the price changed “based on traveler information.” But this looks like a recurring website glitch where United pulls a senior fare that is not actually...
View from the Wing
British Airways Raises Cash Fees On Award Tickets Up To 33% — Yes, Their Surcharges Can Get Even Worse
British Airways already charged some of the highest cash surcharges in the award world. Now it is raising the cash element on Avios redemptions by as much as 33%, while giving members almost no detail beyond a few London-origin examples — because apparently paying hundreds of dollars on top of...
View from the Wing
Delta Flyer With 2 Million SkyMiles Says She Can’t Get To France — Is This When Members Finally Wake Up?
Delta SkyMiles has been underdelivering for a quarter century, and somehow customers kept swiping the cards anyway. But when someone with 2 million miles says she still has to pay retail to get to France, you have to ask whether the “SkyPesos” problem is finally becoming obvious to normal people.
View from the Wing
DHS Told Airlines It’s Serious About Pulling Customs From Sanctuary City Airports — JFK, LAX And O’Hare Would Lose International Flights
DHS officials reportedly told airline leaders last week that they are serious about pulling Customs officers from airports tied to sanctuary cities after the World Cup. That would not just punish local politicians — it could cripple international flights at JFK, LAX, O’Hare, San Francisco, Seattle, Boston, Denver, Newark and...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why European Hotel Showers Feel So Different From American Ones
European hotel bathrooms often skip tubs, shower curtains, and washcloths — and there are practical reasons why. If you’ve ever traveled in Europe, you know exactly what I’m talking about.…
Frequent Miler
The diminishing value of Priority Pass for US travelers (on Nick’s mind)
When I first got into the credit card hobby about a decade ago, Priority Pass was an absolute game-changer for me. Not only had I never been into an airport lounge before my first Priority Pass experience, but I had never even known that airport lounges existed. I still remember...
Points Miles and Bling
Lufthansa A350 Allegris Review (vs. Austrian B767)
As you might know, I flew Lufthansa home from Tokyo back in early April. This trip involves two long-haul flights…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Air Canada Flight Attendants Blast Airline Over ‘Unauthorized’ Expansion of Cheaper Leisure Subsidiary
Flight attendants at Air Canada have put the airline on blast over allegations that it is illegally expanding its cheaper leisure subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge, by increasing its fleet size beyond a strict 50-aircraft cap. For context, Air Canada Rouge was created in 2013 when airline bosses were desperately looking...
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Wow! Cheeky AeroLOPA reveal the Qantas A350-1000 Project Sunrise seat map!
One of the hottest items in upcoming travel is Qantas’ Project Sunrise, the quest to link Australia’s east…
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Passenger Learns New Plane Hack To Have The Best Nap On Your Flight, But Flight Attendants Are Sounding The Alarm: ‘As A Flight Attendant, We Have To Stop People From Doing It’
"Yea, yea danger whatever."
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Woman Gets Quoted $94K For A 13-Day Honeymoon. Some Travelers Think It’s Worth It
"Share what $94,000 will get you."
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Woman Always Books ‘The Cheapest Place’ While Traveling. It Finally Backfires In A Big Way
“Genuinely how much was this?"
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Flight Attendant Tries To Do Beverage Service. Then She Comes Across 2 People Holding Hands Across The Aisle: ‘We Cannot Let Go’
"Am I about to play London Bridges?"
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: veja por que milhas não são para todo mundo
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! Apesar de parecer um vídeo desincentivador, o objetivo da nossa editora, Laís Roani, é trazer uma visão mais realista sobre o universo das milhas, mostrando que nem todos precisam desse recurso para viajar. Além disso, ela também destaca as características importantes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Resgate passagens pelo Brasil a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas
A edição do alerta de passagens PPV deste sábado está no ar! Seu saldo de pontos está no vermelho? Como de costume, trouxemos 12 dicas de passagens pelo Brasil para você resgatar a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas. Vamos aos detalhes! Passagens nacionais Nessa tabela, mesclamos algumas emissões dos três...
Brazil
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Mega oferta ALL Accor! Hotéis no Centro-Oeste com diárias a partir de R$ 122
Aproveite a Mega Oferta ALL Accor e garanta sua hospedagem no Centro-Oeste, com opções de hotéis em Brasília, Goiânia, Campo Grande e Cuiabá, com diárias a partir de R$ 122. Abaixo, confira os detalhes! Mega Oferta ALL Accor Até 25% de desconto – hotéis selecionados pelo mundo, com estada mínima de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
JetSMART passar a aceitar Pix para compra de passagens aéreas
A JetSMART adotou o Pix como método de pagamento no Brasil para a compra de passagens aéreas diretamente em seu site. A novidade entrou em operação em 18 de maio de 2026 e permite que clientes comprem bilhetes online de forma rápida, sem necessidade de cartão de crédito. Pix entra...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bate-papo PPV: grupo para trocar dicas sobre viagens, milhas e mais!
Entre agora para o bate-papo do Pontos Pra Voar. Um grupo 100% gratuito focado em dicas sobre viagens, pontos e milhas. Está esperando o que para fazer parte dessa comunidade? Veja os detalhes a seguir! Bate-papo PPV Para participar de nosso grupo gratuito de bate-papo, é muito fácil: basta acessar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
TAP ampliará voos entre São Luís e Lisboa a partir de 2027
A TAP Air Portugal ampliará seus voos entre São Luís e Lisboa a partir da última semana de março de 2027. O anúncio ocorreu antes mesmo do inicio das operações, indicando que a procura está acima do esperado pela empresa.  Os voos começam em outubro de 2026, mas a companhia...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupo de ofertas do PPV: confira os produtos mais vendidos da semana
Nossa equipe de promoções do PPV continua de olho nas melhores oportunidades das principais lojas online! Por isso, reunimos os produtos mais vendidos da semana na Amazon e no Mercado Livre, destacando os itens que mais chamaram atenção nos nossos grupos. Confira abaixo a lista completa e aproveite! Amazon Confira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Rede de hotéis Wyndham acelera expansão no Brasil
A rede de hotéis Wyndham anunciou um novo marco para suas operações regionais ao atingir a marca de 300 hotéis em funcionamento na América Latina e no Caribe e 40 contratos assinados para futuros empreendimentos no Brasil. O resultado reforça o crescimento da Wyndham na América Latina, considerada uma das...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Conheça os 9 museus mais bonitos do mundo que estão mudando os roteiros de viagem
A prestigiada lista do Prix Versailles elegeu os novos museus mais bonitos do mundo, destacando estruturas recém-inauguradas que redefinem o turismo cultural global. A seleção contempla projetos arquitetônicos inovadores e tecnológicos, como o Zayed National Museum em Abu Dhabi e o MoN Takanawa em Tóquio. Os destinos selecionados abrangem desde...
Brazil
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Google libera passaporte digital no celular para usuários no Brasil
O Google anunciou uma nova funcionalidade para usuários da Google Wallet no Brasil. A partir de agora, será possível cadastrar o passaporte digital na Carteira Google, permitindo armazenar uma versão eletrônica do documento diretamente no celular. Conhecido como “passe de identificação”, o recurso foi desenvolvido para facilitar a comprovação de...
Brazil
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Aviação brasileira supera 10 milhões de passageiros em abril
A aviação brasileira movimentou 10,2 milhões de passageiros em abril de 2026, com crescimento tanto no mercado doméstico quanto no internacional. O segmento internacional voltou a apresentar expansão mais forte, enquanto o setor de cargas também registrou avanço. O setor aéreo no Brasil voltou a registrar crescimento em abril de...
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Die neue Hilton Honors Sommerpromotion
Mit Hilton Honors im Sommer ein paar Bonuspunkte … Hilton Honors hat die Sommerpromo vorgestellt. Von Juni bis…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 22 de maio de 2026
A edição do Radar PPV desta sexta-feira chegou! Como de costume, tivemos um dia um pouco menos movimentado que os demais, mas tivemos novidades. Confira todas elas a seguir. Radar PPV O Mastercard Surpreenda está oferecendo 15% OFF em ingressos Disney. O Azul Fidelidade, por sua vez, oferece até 25%...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sextou com ofertas e cupons especiais nas principais lojas online!
As ofertas desta sexta-feira já estão no ar! Selecionamos os melhores cupons disponíveis na Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu, com descontos especiais para ajudar você a economizar em diversas compras. Veja os detalhes a seguir e aproveite antes que as promoções expirem! Amazon Confira os cupons ativos na Amazon: Mercado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Passagens internacionais de ida e volta a partir de R$ 1.384 na LATAM
As oportunidades para viajar para o exterior continuam aparecendo! A LATAM está com tarifas internacionais de ida e volta a partir de R$ 1.384, já incluindo taxas, para quem quer conhecer novos destinos sem pesar tanto no orçamento. Veja os detalhes e aproveite enquanto ainda há disponibilidade! Passagens internacionais LATAM...
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Compra Puntos IHG One Rewards con Bonus del 100%
Compra puntos del programa IHG One Rewards con hasta 100% de bonus extra
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mega oferta ALL Accor! Hotéis em Aracaju, João Pessoa, Maceió, Natal, São Luís e Teresina com diárias a partir de R$ 134
A Mega Oferta do ALL Accor continua, desta vez com até 25% de desconto na reserva de hotéis selecionados. No artigo de hoje, confira hospedagens em seis destinos do Nordeste: Aracaju, João Pessoa, Maceió, Natal, São Luís e Teresina, com desconto e diárias a partir de R$ 134. Além disso, você pode...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! LATAM Pass oferece 25% de bônus na transferência de parceiros selecionados
O LATAM Pass segue com sua campanha de transferência bonificada para os clientes do programa. Nesta oferta, transferências realizadas a partir de parceiros selecionados podem render 25% de bônus. Hoje (22) é o último dia para aproveitar a campanha. Confira abaixo os principais detalhes da oferta e veja como garantir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe cashback em dólar com a AstroPay e converta com IOF zero
Abra sua conta na AstroPay e aproveite vantagens reais desde o primeiro uso. Utilizando o cupom PPVASTROPAY no cadastro, você garante 5% de cashback na primeira operação de câmbio ou compra internacional, limitado a US$ 20.  Além disso, a plataforma vem chamando atenção pelo IOF zero e pelo spread reduzido...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos para o Caribe a partir de 35.645 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas
Se está buscando uma viagem paradisíaca, temos a escolha perfeita! O Caribe é sempre uma excelente opção para quem quer combinar praias cristalinas e dias inesquecíveis usando milhas. Pensando nisso, reunimos trechos para o Caribe com valores a partir de 35.645 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Veja abaixo os detalhes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Rio negocia novas rotas internacionais com quatro companhias
O Rio de Janeiro negocia novas rotas internacionais com Aeromexico, Ethiopian, Turkish Airlines e uma companhia chinesa. Porém, a alta do petróleo e do combustível de aviação vem dificultando o avanço das conversas. O Rio de Janeiro segue tentando ampliar sua presença na aviação internacional e negocia atualmente novas operações...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hotéis com até 25% de desconto na Mega Oferta do ALL Accor
O ALL Accor estendeu a Mega Oferta até o dia 17 de junho. Desta vez, a rede de hotéis está oferecendo até 25% de desconto na reserva de hotéis selecionados. Além disso, você pode acumular até 2 vezes mais pontos reward. Vamos aos detalhes! Mega Oferta ALL Accor Até 25%...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Após encarecer resgates, Emirates Skywards oferece desconto em emissões award e milhas bônus
O Emirates Skywards lançou a promoção “Season of Rewards”, oferecendo bônus de milhas, Tier Miles extras, descontos em emissões e ofertas com hotéis, locadoras e companhias parceiras até agosto de 2026. A Emirates Skywards anunciou uma nova campanha promocional global chamada “Season of Rewards”, trazendo uma série de bônus e...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe 4% de cashback abastecendo pelo Shell Box do Inter
Quer começar a sexta-feira gastando menos no posto? O Inter retomou sua oferta de 4% de cashback para pagamentos realizados pelo Shell Box. A campanha é uma ótima oportunidade para economizar no abastecimento e ainda receber parte do valor de volta na conta. Confira abaixo como funciona a promoção e...
Frequent Miler
5 reasons I’m glad I got to live the nomad life…and the 10 reasons I don’t miss it (A Carrie commentary)
People often ask me if I miss being a digital nomad, living the full-time travel life, which I did off and on for the better part of a decade. The short answer is…”no”, but of course, there’s a long answer too. If the long answer piques your interest, this post...
Your Mileage May Vary
How To Negotiate An Airplane Seat Swap Like A Boss
Whether you want to switch seats or someone asks to swap with you, there’s a right way — and a very wrong way — to handle it. It’s getting harder…

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Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: My Odd Spring Break To Europe On United And SWISS
Welcome to my next trip report, which will detail my rather odd but still restful spring break in Germany, with flight reviews on United Airlines and SWISS. Spring Break In Switzerland + Germany On United + SWISS Spring break came at an inopportune time, as my wife Heidi was scheduled...
View from the Wing
Uber Says Widow Can’t Sue In Court Over Husband’s Fatal Airport Ride — Because She Had Her Own Rideshare Account
A man died in an Uber crash on the way to Midway Airport. Now the Illinois Supreme Court is considering whether his widow can sue Uber in court — or whether her own unrelated Uber app account forces her wrongful-death claims into arbitration.
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (23rd May)
We’re into the second May Bank Holiday weekend in England, and of course, half-term as well. But it is still Saturday at the time of writing, so it’s time for your weekly dose of headlines from Economy Class and Beyond. And yes, it’s also Pride Weekend in Birmingham. Because Love...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: May 23, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m at home with family, but have a big summer trip planned for a couple of weeks from now, which I’m still finalizing arrangements for (it takes a bit more effort when traveling with two little kids!). Given that it’s...
The Bulkhead Seat
Sad: Video Shows Spirit Airlines Airbus A320neo Being Scrapped in Phoenix
Spirit Airlines ceased operations on May 2nd after a 34-year run. It was sad…
Points With a Crew
Did I Just Get Scammed By Rome Taxi Drivers?
I think that a Roman taxi driver tried to scam me by charging an inflated price to go from Rome to Fiumicino airport, which seems par for the course for taxis in Rome...
Your Mileage May Vary
That Discontinued Credit Card In Your Drawer Might Still Be Worth Keeping
Once you’ve been collecting credit cards long enough, one of them will eventually be discontinued. The bank stops accepting new applications, the card disappears from the website, and suddenly you’re…
Miles To Memories
Get an Extreme AAdvantage Award Makeover with this Simple Method
Lock in an acceptable American Airlines award flight now and flexibly change to a cheaper one later with this handy AAdvantage trick.
The Bulkhead Seat
2026 Weekly Review: May 23rd
Greetings from Tampa! I spent this past week in Atlanta and Toronto. It’s good…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Memorial Day: Suggested Reading
Monday, May 25, 2026 unofficially heralds the summer season of the year as Memorial Day — even though summer does not officially begin for another month — and having a weekend of three days prompts people to either travel or enjoy cooking out delicious food on the backyard grill at...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Airline Was Within its Rights to Fire Pilot Arrested On Rape Charges Even Though All Charges Were Dropped, Tribunal Rules
The British low-cost airline EasyJet was justified in firing a pilot who had been arrested and charged with rape, even though he was later acquitted of all charges when prosecutors dropped the case, an employment tribunal has ruled. The pilot had been employed by EasyJet as a First Officer since...
View from the Wing
Avis Demands $1,278 For A Rental Car Dent — But Its Own Photos Show No Dent [Roundup]
Avis wants $1,278 for a rental car dent, but its own photos allegedly do not show the damage — and the dispute site is down while the charge still looms. Plus: Air Transat flight attendants cannot use cannabis even off-duty, Delta Sky Club lines hit 30 minutes, and Minneapolis airport...
Your Mileage May Vary
Some Hotel & Cruise Safes Have ANOTHER Secret Way To Break In
Most travelers assume the biggest vulnerability with hotel and cruise safes is someone knowing the override code. Turns out some safes may also have another hidden way in. Years ago,…
Miles To Memories
Quick 15,000 Bilt Points / $150 Bonus With New Kraken Account
The $150 Kraken Sign Up Bonus is once again live on Rakuten. This is about as good as it gets with this deal, and is easy as pie.
Points With a Crew
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon For This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
Live and Let’s Fly
My Drunk American Airlines First Class Seatmate Begged To Come Home With Me…
Oy. I’ve had bad seatmates before, but I don’t think I’ve never had one quite so bad as my seatmate on a recent late-evening American Airlines flight to Southern California. Bloody Mary Karen, The Worst Seatmate I’ve Ever Had In American Airlines First Class I was traveling from Chicago (ORD)...
The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Grand Hyatt Washington
I had a dinner in Washington DC and the Grand Hyatt Washington was in…
Point Me to the Plane
Legendary Restaurants: How Many Have You Sampled?
This list of legendary restaurants and their iconic dishes is amazing. I've been to a few. How about you?
Your Mileage May Vary
One Of My Biggest Hotel Pet Peeves
There are a few things that can make or break a hotel room for me. Not enough power outlets? Annoying, sure. But I can usually give a hotel at least…
Miles To Memories
Somehow British Airways Fees Are Getting Worse, Playing Real Life Squid Games & ‘Sinners’ Haunted House
In our Around the Web we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
View from the Wing
Mom Says First Class Spoils Kids — But Coach Doesn’t Build Character, Parents Do
This woman won't fly private or first class with her kids. And there's a reasonable argument here, but this one's so over the top I'm actually not sure if it's parody?
One Mile at a Time
Best-Ever Capital One Spark Cash Plus $2,000 (Or More) Bonus Offer
The Capital One Spark Cash Plus is one of the best business cards out there, whether you’re looking to earn cash back or travel rewards. If you’ve been considering this card but haven’t yet applied, now is the ideal time to do so, as the card is offering a best-ever bonus.
Live and Let’s Fly
A Viral Marriott Housekeeper Story About Room 412 Made Me Cry, But Something Felt Off
A viral hotel story about a Marriott housekeeper, a struggling guest, and a small act of kindness made me cry. But realized it was likely AI-generated, which somehow made the whole thing feel worse. A Viral Hotel Story Made Me Cry…But I Quickly Realized It Was AI Written. A story...
The Bulkhead Seat
Air India Opens New Maharaja Lounge at San Francisco International Airport Today
Air India has officially unveiled its newest signature premium lounge at San Francisco International…