View from the Wing
Beat The System: How To Persuade Airline Staff To Bend Rules For You
There's a pendulum that swings where loose policies are deemed costly, control gets centralized but proves unworkable, and flexibility is returned - only for the cycle to repeat. Nonetheless, you should assume that there's some flexibility available when dealing with airline agents because it's low cost to do so with high...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Red-Billed Gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay in New Zealand. Sunday Morning Photograph.
Red-billed gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay along the northern shore of Lake Rotorua in New Zealand were sunning themselves as they relaxed on a wooden pier. Also known as... The post Red-Billed Gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay in New Zealand. Sunday Morning Photograph. appeared first on The Gate.
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AIR VANUATU: Cancels flights, enters voluntary administration
Late yesterday afternoon (Thursday, 10 May), the Vanuatu government, which owns the airline, announced that it would cease all flights for the next three days while the Government determined the company’s fate. Passengers were stranded without a clear idea of what to do—whether to rebook flights on other airlines or...
View from the Wing
Wide Open Lie Flat Business Class Award Space To Europe For Just 35,000 Miles
I actually do not think this pricing is a mistake. LifeMiles is aggressive in managing its pricing. There are some awards you'll find with other Star Alliance frequent flyer programs that LifeMiles won't show availability for. That's intentional. When an award is too expensive for their...
View from the Wing
A Trick To Save 10,000 – 15,000 Miles Each Way When Booking Business Class Awards
The quirk is that when you book a business class award, and add a connection in economy, sometimes the price of the award drops. Even better you don't need to do this as a throwaway ticket without checking bags. Alaska Airlines offers one-way awards with a free stopover. So...
View from the Wing
Absurd: Hertz Keeps Charging Tesla Renters Hundreds Of Dollars For Not Filling Up Gas
A week ago I wrote about a Hertz President Circle member charged $277 for returning a rented Tesla without filling it with gas. That's the second-most Hertz thing ever, after getting arrested because the rental company reported the car you rented stolen. Being charged exorbitant rates for not filling up...
Miles To Memories
Oh, The Irony: A Not-So-Obvious Strategy for Amex Maximizers
I selectively accepted Amex retention offers before, but I'm on an extreme end now. My strategy's sensible, and it could be for you, too. The post Oh, The Irony: A Not-So-Obvious Strategy for Amex Maximizers appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
$386 For A $109 Room? NYC Property Charges Higher Fees Than Any Hotel, Ever
We’ve finally found it: the hotel with the most egregious add-on fees in the country. Every other hotel can stop trying, because the 31 Street Broadway Hotel in New York cannot be beaten. On top of the room rate, they charge 49% Destination fee, 47% Bed linens fee, and a $120.00...
Eye of the Flyer
Idiots Glue Themselves to a Runway, Shut Down the Airport
A group of protestors glued themselves to a runway, causing flights to be canceled or diverted and temporarily closing the airport. Fox News’s Timothy H.J. Nerozzi reports that six climate activists breached a security perimeter at Germany’s Munich International Airport on Saturday. Mr. Nerozzi said about 60 flights were canceled...
View from the Wing
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge, Washington Dulles Airport
The Chase Sapphire lounge is small, but I was there in the morning - from around 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. it wasn't super busy and there was plenty of available space. The lounge is well laid-out, food is good, and staff are friendly. The exterior of the...
View from the Wing
Student Racks Up $140K Credit Card Debt, Thumbs Nose At Banks ‘A Lesson for American Capitalists’ [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Student Racks Up $140K Credit Card Debt, Thumbs Nose At Banks ‘A Lesson for American Capitalists’ [Roundup]...
The Bulkhead Seat
Plus-Size Passenger Gasps For Breath After Wheelchair Pusher Forces Her to Walk the Jet Bridge
I’ve written several times before about the ridiculous plus-size “travel influencer,” Jaelynn Chaney. She… The post Plus-Size Passenger Gasps For Breath After Wheelchair Pusher Forces Her to Walk the Jet Bridge appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Business Program: How It Works
American Airlines offers a small business rewards program, known as the AAdvantage Business program. This is a great way to earn extra rewards for your travel on American, including qualifying for bonus Loyalty Points and miles. Best of all, eligibility for the program is surprisingly simple, assuming you have the...
International Stories
Germany
PointsMag
Ein neues Secret Password, um diesen Sommer Vorteile in Kimpton-Hotels freizuschalten
Kimpton ist die verspielte Lifestyle-Marke im Portfolio von IHG und bietet mehrmals pro Jahr Gästen beim Check-in, die… Weiterlesen Ein neues Secret Password, um diesen Sommer Vorteile in Kimpton-Hotels freizuschalten by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! Tenha até 65% de desconto na contratação de seguro viagem com o cupom exclusivo do PPV
É preço bom que você está procurando? Pois então não deixe de conferir a nova promoção da Assist Card, onde oferece até 65% de desconto na contratação do seguro viagem utilizando o cupom exclusivo do PPV. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes. Desconto Exclusivo PPV Confira o desconto exclusivo do Pontos pra Voar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Smiles e Casas Bahia oferecem até 10 milhas por real gasto em compras online
Essas são as últimas horas para participar da atual campanha da Smiles, onde oferece a seus clientes até 10 milhas por real gasto nas Casas Bahia, incluindo iPhones. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas na Smiles durante esse...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Reserve hotéis em São Paulo a partir de R$ 159 e pague com pontos reward
Acaba hoje a campanha da Accor com os hotéis da família ibis que tem diárias a partir de R$ 159 para hospedagens em São Paulo e região metropolitana. Além dos preços atraentes, dependendo do hotel escolhido, ainda é possível fazer o pagamento com pontos reward. Reservas na Promoção Para aproveitar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Anote os 8 melhores destinos de ecoturismo em São Paulo
São Paulo, um dos estados mais populosos e industrializados do Brasil, apesar de sua fama como centro urbano agitado, também abriga uma diversidade surpreendente de destinos de ecoturismo. De exuberantes áreas de mata atlântica a imponentes montanhas e cachoeiras cristalinas, há opções para todos os gostos e níveis de experiência....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Vamos viajar pelo mundo? LATAM tem passagens internacionais a partir de R$ 940
Pensando em sair da rotina e conhecer o mundo? Que tal conferir as ofertas de passagens internacionais da LATAM com preços a partir de R$ 940, para viagens de ida e volta, já com taxas inclusas? Como Comprar Para garantir as suas passagens LATAM, basta fazer o seguinte: Acesse a...
Germany
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REVIEW: The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo – Executive Suite
Meine Meinung zum The Nile Ritz-Carlton in Cairo … Es gibt wahrscheinlich kein Hotel in Cairo mit so…
Germany
PointsMag
Eurowings Flüge von Köln nach Dubai und weitere Neuigkeiten dieser Woche
Damit du auch garantiert keine Neuigkeiten rund um Meilen, Punkte und Reisen verpasst, stellen wir jeden Sonntag eine… Weiterlesen Eurowings Flüge von Köln nach Dubai und weitere Neuigkeiten dieser Woche by PointsMag.
France
The Travelers Club
World of Hyatt et SLH : la fin d’une ère
Depuis 2018, l’alliance entre Hyatt et SLH permettait aux membres du programme de fidélité World of Hyatt de cumuler et d’utiliser des points dans les hôtels du réseau en passant par les canaux de réservation Hyatt. Cependant, depuis le 15 mai 2024, cette collaboration est terminée, laissant les membres face...
Japan
Voyage Avance
エールフランス航空(AF)の新しいソムリエ
エールフランス航空(AF)は、オテル・ド・クリヨン(Hôtel de Crillon)(ローズウッド・ホテルグループ)のヘッド・ソムリエ、グザヴィエ・トゥイザ(Xavier Thuizat)氏を、今後、機内と空港ラウンジ...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ainda não faz parte? Entre para nossos grupos gratuitos e silenciosos no WhatsApp ou no Telegram
Nõa me diga que você ainda não está conosco? Vamos mudar isso? O Pontos pra Voar tem um canal no Telegram e grupos no WhatsApp onde apenas os administradores postam conteúdo, com isso você não é inundado com comentários e figurinhas sem fim! Nós também compartilhamos, além do conteúdo que...
Germany
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Im Juni lädt Swiss Statuskunden auf ein Getränk ein
Swiss hat sich für den Sommerbeginn was überlegt … Im Juni gibt es für Statuskunden (Senator und HON…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Olha o precinho! GOL tem passagens a partir de R$ 132
Olha o precinho! Ao longo do fim de semana a GOL tem passagens nacionais a partir de R$ 132, já com taxas inclusas, para viagens nos próximos meses. Vamos conferir os detalhes? Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir viajar com a empresa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aeroporto de Changi adota filas automatizadas na imigração para todos os visitantes que chegam em Singapura
A Autoridade de Imigração e Ponto de Verificação de Singapura (ICA) anunciou uma novidade que vai facilitar a vida dos visitantes estrangeiros que chegam ao país. A partir de agora, no Aeroporto de Changi, todos os visitantes estrangeiros que chegarem a Singapura poderão utilizar as filas automatizadas para a imigração,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveita o combo! Passagens aéreas e hotéis em São Paulo em promoção
Verdade seja dita, conseguir bilhetes aéreos e hotéis com desconto é o melhor dos mundos, certo? Se você está planejando viajar para São Paulo nos próximos meses, vale a pena conferir a promoção atual da Accor que tem hotéis a partir de R$ 159 e combinar com passagens da LATAM...
Germany
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Diese 30 Vorteile einer American Express Platinum solltest du nutzen
Die Amex Platinum Karte mit vielen wertvollen Features … Die American Express Platinum ist mit 60 Euro pro…
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
DEAL: Turkish Business Sarajevo – Dubai (Return): 1.070 Euro
Mit der Turkish Business von Sarajevo nach Dubai … Turkish Airways hat weiterhin einen ganz passablen Business Deal…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Verão na Europa com a Accor! Reserve hotéis em Portugal com até 35% de desconto – Diárias partir de R$ 353
A promoção de verão da Accor para a Europa está no ar, oferecendo até 35% de desconto nas diárias em hotéis selecionados, para hospedagens a partir de 3 noites. Neste artigo mostramos alguns hotéis Accor em Portugal com diárias a partir de R$ 353. Estrutura do Desconto O desconto da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Assine o Clube 1.000 da Smiles e ganhe até 14 mil milhas na hora – Milheiro a partir de R$ 11,94
A Smiles segue com a sua ação promocional, na qual oferece a seus clientes até 14 mil milhas na hora em novas adesões ao Clube 1.000. Veja na sequência os principais detalhes. Milhas Turbinadas As milhas turbinadas estão estruturadas da seguinte maneira: Clube 1.000 mensal –  Ao assinar, o cliente...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Novas regras de visitação em Machu Picchu – Aumento de capacidade e mudanças nos circuitos
O Ministério da Cultura do Peru implementou uma série de mudanças na visitação de Machu Picchu, em resposta ao aumento da demanda durante a alta temporada. As novas regras estarão vigentes de 1º de junho a 15 de outubro de 2024. A primeira alteração significativa é o aumento do número...
Korea
Fly with Moxie
Andaz Savannah Hotel Review – Andaz Suite
얼마전에 South Carolina Hilton Head Island에 잠시 다녀오면서, 사바나에 있는 Andaz Savannah Hotel에 다녀올 수 있었습니다. (Savannah는 Georgia주에 있고 Georgia 주는 미국에 있습니다.) 힐튼헤드 섬에는 하얏 프로퍼티가 하나도 없고, 검색해보면 가장 가까운 하얏 프로퍼티가 주경계선을 넘어서 한시간정도 떨어진 사바나에 있어요. 아틀란타에서 힐튼헤드를 가려면 어차피 사바나를 지나서 가야하는거라서 첫 1박을 지내는곳으로 결정했고요. 하루...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de Passagens PPV! Confira algumas ideias emissões que podem ser feitas com até 108 mil milhas Smiles
Smiles e Casas Bahia estão com uma ação promocional de acúmulo turbinado de milhas, onde é possível acumular até 108 mil milhas. Confira neste artigo alguns exemplos de resgates de passagens com a Smiles. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Smiles e Casas Bahia oferecem até 10 milhas por real gasto em compras online – Acumule até 108 mil milhas
A Smiles está oferecendo a seus clientes até 10 milhas por real gasto nas Casas Bahia, incluindo iPhones. Nesta promoção é possível acumular até 108 mil milhas, confira abaixo. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas na Smiles durante...
Germany
PointsMag
Business Class Hin- und Rückflüge von Wien nach Indien ab 1.400€
Air India schließt sich der Liste von Airlines an, die mit großzügigen Rabatten und Sales für Business Class-Flüge… Weiterlesen Business Class Hin- und Rückflüge von Wien nach Indien ab 1.400€ by PointsMag.
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Business Program: How It Works
American Airlines offers a small business rewards program, known as the AAdvantage Business program. This is a great way to earn extra rewards for your travel on American, including qualifying for bonus Loyalty Points and miles. Best of all, eligibility for the program is surprisingly simple, assuming you have the...
View from the Wing
The Legendary Roger Moore Story At Nice Airport You Need To Hear [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading The Legendary Roger Moore Story At Nice Airport You Need To Hear [Roundup]...

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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Stands Behind Decision to Terminate Captain Who Was Piloting Plane That Suffered an Engine Fire
A Southwest Airlines Captain who was the commander of a Boeing 737 which suffered an engine fire just moments after takeoff from Houston Hobby Airport in August 2023 claims the airline set about trying to terminate him because he is a “person of color” and spoke an “unacceptable language” when...
One Mile at a Time
TAP Air Portugal’s Wildly Timed Miami Flight
TAP Air Portugal is introducing a flight between Lisbon and Miami that has a schedule that’s so unusual that I think it’s worth highlighting (thanks to Willem for flagging this)…
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines Cuts 17 Routes In Its Latest Schedule Update
Last week, I wrote about Spirit Airlines adding three new routes and cutting five.… The post Spirit Airlines Cuts 17 Routes In Its Latest Schedule Update appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Protestors Shut Down an Airport, Delta to Fly 50-Seat Jets Again, and a Worldwide Travel Advisory
I hope you’re having a great weekend! We’re celebrating Mrs. Carley’s birthday with some fun, family activities and enjoying plenty of good food. What are you up to? We had a fairly busy week on the blog, especially during the past few days. Here’s what we covered: 50-seat commuter jets...
Frequent Floaters
Margaritaville Fails CDC Inspection (again), Advertising Full Cruise Prices, More Crew Arrested for Child Porn, Retire on a Cruise Ship and more Cruise News!
Here are this week’s cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Ship Fails CDC Inspection Royal Caribbean making major pricing change Biden has pushed for Two Additional Crew Members Recently Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography: A Total of Eight Cruise Ship Employees...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Doesn’t Know Skymiles Penalty Refund On Cancelled Ticket
Cancelling a Delta SkyMiles redemption – especially in Basic Economy – is straight forward, but what you get back in your refund even Delta doesn’t know.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook...
Monkey Miles
Don’t forget the Kimpton Secret Password to get free goodies for Summer 2024
What is the Kimpton Secret Password and how does it work? The post Don’t forget the Kimpton Secret Password to get free goodies for Summer 2024 appeared first on Monkey Miles.
One Mile at a Time
Spirit Airlines Eliminates Change Fees, One-Ups Other Airlines
A couple of days ago, Frontier Airlines announced that it would radically overhaul its fare structure, and eliminate change fees on most fare bundles. Spirit Airlines has now revealed that it’s eliminating change fees altogether, in a way that’s more generous than the policy of legacy airlines (thanks to @therealmanero...
Live from a Lounge
Review: Air India Airbus A350 Premium Economy Class
Air India has started to induct new A350 aircraft. Here is how they look on the inside, and what to expect when you book them for a flight. The post Review: Air India Airbus A350 Premium Economy Class appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: Checking bonus, Southwest shopping portal promo & 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. It’s a quieter week for expiring deals this week, with only five offers about to end. That includes a Wells Fargo checking account offer, a Preferred...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 249
I recently boarded the Boeing 737-800 aircraft that was operated by Delta Air Lines; and I sat comfortably at the window seat in the second row of the first class cabin prior to departure. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what... The post What Is Wrong With This...
Your Mileage May Vary
Airbus or Boeing? How to Quickly Tell the Difference
Those of you who are aviation geeks just amaze me. I mean, you can just glance at a plane and know what it is. Me? I’m lucky if I can…
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (16th May)
It’s the end of another week, where I’ve discovered I hate lifting crates, filling them and everything to do with office moves. And it’s still following me. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond.  We’re all pawns, no matter how we play a game of chess. ...
View from the Wing
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge, Washington Dulles Airport
The Chase Sapphire lounge is small, but I was there in the morning - from around 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. it wasn't super busy and there was plenty of available space. The lounge is well laid-out, food is good, and staff are friendly. The exterior of the...
Eye of the Flyer
Idiots Glue Themselves to a Runway, Shut Down the Airport
A group of protestors glued themselves to a runway, causing flights to be canceled or diverted and temporarily closing the airport. Fox News’s Timothy H.J. Nerozzi reports that six climate activists breached a security perimeter at Germany’s Munich International Airport on Saturday. Mr. Nerozzi said about 60 flights were canceled...
One Mile at a Time
Weekly Review: May 18, 2024
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m spending time with my mom, which I’m greatly enjoying. My goal is to catch up on trip reports in the next couple of weeks, and then take a review trip in early June, so I’m working on planning that...
Points With a Crew
Is it better to rent a car vs. Turo?
If you're trying to decide between renting a car vs. Turo, here are some pros and cons that will help you decide if Turo vs. renting a car makes sense for ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Unveiling the Wallet Shuffle: Crafting the Perfect Travel Card Mix
Before going on a trip, I have a ritual involving our wallets. I need to go through them, remove cards we won’t need when traveling and replace them with the…
Miles To Memories
Mirage Las Vegas Closing Forever, Sahara Parking Mystery, F1’s Fancy Jacket & MGM Online Gambling
Mirage is closing forever, a big hotel upgrades their suites, Neon Museum Ball, changes at Sahara and a fancy F1 Vegas jacket! The post Mirage Las Vegas Closing Forever, Sahara Parking Mystery, F1’s Fancy Jacket & MGM Online Gambling appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Ponderosa Point at Bryce Canyon National Park
Working slowly back towards the main entrance of Bryce Canyon National Park on that frosty cold December morning after Rainbow Point, Yovimpa Point, and Black Birch Canyon, the next stop was Ponderosa Point. Access to Ponderosa Point — whose lookout is at an elevation of... The post Ponderosa Point at Bryce Canyon...
Wingtips
Wizz Air Introducing MultiPass Flight Subscription Plan In The UK.
Wizz Air has introduced a new subscription plan in the UK. The plan allows customers to fix the… The post Wizz Air Introducing MultiPass Flight Subscription Plan In The UK. appeared first on Wingtips.
View from the Wing
$386 For A $109 Room? NYC Property Charges Higher Fees Than Any Hotel, Ever
We’ve finally found it: the hotel with the most egregious add-on fees in the country. Every other hotel can stop trying, because the 31 Street Broadway Hotel in New York cannot be beaten. On top of the room rate, they charge 49% Destination fee, 47% Bed linens fee, and a $120.00...
Your Mileage May Vary
Some of The Funniest Announcements Ever Made By Airline Employees
Pilots, flight attendants and other cabin crew have very important jobs, most of which have something to do, in some way, shape or form, with our safety. But that’s not…
The Bulkhead Seat
Plus-Size Passenger Gasps For Breath After Wheelchair Pusher Forces Her to Walk the Jet Bridge
I’ve written several times before about the ridiculous plus-size “travel influencer,” Jaelynn Chaney. She… The post Plus-Size Passenger Gasps For Breath After Wheelchair Pusher Forces Her to Walk the Jet Bridge appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.