View from the Wing
Mold, Grime, And A $400 Price Tag: Marriott Manager’s Shocking Response To These Photos
The property has literally one job, providing a clean hotel room to sleep and shower. This is clearly not something that popped up between room servicings. And aren't the rooms inspected? Too many hotels see this and do not care. Continue reading Mold, Grime, And A $400 Price Tag:...
Your Mileage May Vary
Be Careful, Flights Can Become Un-Delayed AND Re-Delayed
See that title? Flights can become un-delayed and re-delayed? Yeah. My wife and I have experienced this situation on two separate occasions, so I’m sharing it with everyone. Not knowing…
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Cruisers Charged $100,000 For Dinner on Royal Caribbean Ship
When you go on a cruise, meals are almost always included (actually, I can’t think of a cruise line that charges for meals, but I’m keeping the “almost” in there,…
Point Me to the Plane
15 Travel Apps That Save You Time And Money
Knowing which apps are duds and which are the real deal saves us from wasting time. These 15 are tops!
View from the Wing
Two Recent Airline Changes Opened An Unexpected Way to Fly First Class For Less—Here’s How to Use It
I'll take it a step further and explain how airlines offering these buy ups actually discourages passengers from buying first class outright (and you should consider this as a strategy to buy first class for less). The elimination of change fees during the pandemic mean that you should consider buying coach...
View from the Wing
Woman Loses Over $1,000 To Airport Lounge App Scam – Don’t Let This Happen To You
A passenger at the Bangalore airport fell victim to a lounge scam that cost her more than $1,000. Continue reading Woman Loses Over $1,000 To Airport Lounge App Scam – Don’t Let This Happen To You...
One Mile at a Time
The Most Interesting Transatlantic Flight Returns In 2025
It has just been confirmed that one of the most interesting transatlantic flights will be returning in 2025.
View from the Wing
‘I Don’t Want To Sit With Them’: Husband Chooses United Airlines Back Row After Wife And Baby Self-Upgrade For Extra Legroom
A woman with her toddler came over and plopped themselves down in that middle seat. She explained that she didn’t have enough space in the middle seat she’d been in further back in the aircraft – so she self-upgraded to “economy plus” extra legroom seats. That way, she said, she’d be...
One Mile at a Time
My Favorite Places I’ve Visited: It’s Complicated
Here’s a topic that I thought would make for a fun discussion — what are your favorite places that you’ve traveled to? It’s a question that I’m often asked, but struggle to answer. That’s not because I never leave the airport (contrary to what some people may believe), but rather...
View from the Wing
Two Simple Tips To Unlock The Best Points Deals With Air France KLM Flying Blue
Lately there have seemed to be fewer 50,000 point business class awards between the U.S. and Europe – at least if you’re looking to fly non-stop to Paris or Amsterdam. However Find Flights For Me reminds that an important tip for finding the best award pricing with Air France KLM Flying...
Frequent Miler
How to get Delta SkyMiles deals, Chase ultra-premium business card rumors and spending $450K for oneworld elite status (Saturday Selection)
Rumors of an ultra-premium Chase business card, the key to getting better Delta SkyMiles deals and a $450,000 path to lifetime oneworld elite status. All that and more in this week’s Saturday Selection, our weekly round-up of interesting tidbits from around the interwebs (links to the original articles are embedded...
Live and Let’s Fly
Boisterous Child Placed Between Two Strangers On United Airlines While Father Hides In Rear Of Aircraft
An uncomfortable seating situation involving a mother and her lap child turned even stranger when it was discovered that the father was also seated onboard…far away. Mother With Lap Child Poaches Extra Legroom Seat On United As Father Looks On As told on reddit, a rare open middle seat on...
Frequent Miler
Capital One Shopping brings back Walmart gift card redemptions
CC Galore highlights that Capital One Shopping, the public shopping portal that is branded with Capital One’s name but does not require a Capital One card or account, has added back a popular redemption option: Walmart gift cards.   The Deal Capital One Shopping has re-added Walmart gift cards as...
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Veneza ampliará dias de taxa de turismo em 2025
Veneza aumentará os dias de cobrança da taxa de turismo em 2025 e dobrará o valor para visitas de última hora, como forma de incentivar o planejamento antecipado e combater o “overtourism”. A medida, que já atraiu interesse de outras cidades turísticas, enfrenta críticas sobre sua eficácia, mas as autoridades...
France
The Travelers Club
Czech Airlines disparaît : la fin d’une ère en Europe de l’Est
L’aventure historique de Czech Airlines touche à sa fin ce 26 octobre 2024. Fondée il y a plus de 100 ans, cette compagnie aérienne emblématique de la Tchécoslovaquie, puis de la République tchèque, s’efface au profit de Smartwings, un autre acteur de l’aviation basé à Prague. Ce changement marque non...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Smiles oferece até 8 milhas por real gasto no Extra – Incluindo iPhones
A Smiles segue com a sua ação promocional, onde oferece aos seus clientes até 8 milhas por real gasto em diversos produtos no Extra, incluindo iPhones. Confira na sequência os principais detalhes. Estrutura da Promoção O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está estruturado da seguinte forma: 06,5 milhas – Assinantes do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! Resgate trechos award no Azul pelo Mundo com 10% de desconto
Hoje termina uma das campanhas do “Esquenta Azul Friday”, onde o Azul Fidelidade oferece 10% de desconto no resgate de passagens award no Azul pelo Mundo. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes desta campanha. Azul Pelo Mundo Nas emissões de passagens no Azul Pelo Mundo, antigo Interline, você usa seus pontos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis baratos em São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 100
Vai para São Paulo nos próximos meses e quer dar aquela economizada? Neste artigo, trouxemos dez hotéis ibis Budget, os mais baratos da rede Accor, em São Paulo e região metropolitana com diárias a partir de R$ 100. Hotéis Baratos em São Paulo Aqui você encontra os hotéis ibis Budget...
Brazil
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Air France expande operação em Fortaleza com mais voos para Paris
A Air France ampliou de três para cinco voos semanais entre Fortaleza e Paris, reforçando a confiança no mercado brasileiro e a importância de Fortaleza como destino estratégico. A companhia também participa da campanha global do Outubro Rosa com um voo especial operado por uma tripulação feminina em apoio à...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Dia de definição – Semana do Milheiro – 21 a 27 de outubro
Mais uma rodada de eleições e, se não posso afirmar que todos estaremos felizes com os nossos governantes, tenho certeza que ninguém sentirá falta dos santinhos espalhados no chão e das propagandas com músicas esdrúxulas passando em frente a sua casa com volume absurdo. E para celebrar isso tivemos uma...
Brazil
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Receba 15.000 milhas na hora ao assinar o clube 1.000 da Smiles – Milheiro a partir de R$ 11,34
A Smiles voltou com sua já conhecida promoção de adesão ao clube, na qual é possível ganhar 15 mil milhas na hora ao realizar novas assinaturas do Clube 1.000. Veja a seguir os detalhes dessa oferta, válida até as 10h de amanhã, dia 28 de agosto. Milhas Turbinadas Assinando o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM inicia voos diretos entre Curitiba e Lima
A LATAM terá voos diretos entre Curitiba e Lima, no Peru, com três frequências semanais. Operação começa no dia 28 de outubro. A LATAM acaba de anunciar uma nova rota direta entre a capital paranaense, Curitiba, e a cidade de Lima, no Peru. A nova rota passa a ser operada...
Brazil
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Resgate passagens na América do Sul a partir de 9.700 milhas Smiles
Quer viajar pela América do Sul? Confira neste artigo alguns trechos disponíveis na Smiles a partir de 9.700 milhas por trecho, mais taxas, para viajar nos próximos meses. Vamos aos detalhes! Passagens Smiles Internacionais A seguir você encontra alguns trechos que estão em promoção no momento com na Smiles para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
To Fly. To Starve! British Airways reduz serviço de bordo nos voos intercontinentais
A British Airways alterou seu serviço de bordo em voos intercontinentais, introduzindo um menu de brunch em voos matutinos e ceia reduzida em voos noturnos, o que gerou críticas de passageiros que consideram as mudanças uma tentativa de cortar custos em detrimento da qualidade. A companhia defende a estratégia como...
Germany
PointsMag
Lufthansa hat ihre frisch renovierte First Class Check-In Area am Münchner Flughafen wiedergeröffnet
Gute Nachrichten für Lufthansa First Class Reisende und Star Alliance Gold Statusinhaber, seit dieser Woche ist der frisch… Weiterlesen Lufthansa hat ihre frisch renovierte First Class Check-In Area am Münchner Flughafen wiedergeröffnet by PointsMag.
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
REVIEW: Austrian Embraer Business Frankfurt – Wien
Mit der Austrian Embraer Business von Frankfurt nach Wien … Frankfurt (FRA) – Wien (VIE)Embraer – BusinessDeal: Miles…
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
15% Rabatt auf IHG One Rewards Einlösungen (Diamond und Platinum Accounts)
Bei IHG One Rewards Einlösungen günstiger buchen … IHG hat wieder eine sehr beliebte Promotion aufgelegt. Diamond und…
Japan
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オーストリア航空(OS)のプライベートチェックインカウンターレンタルサービス
オーストリア航空(OS)は、ルフトハンザ・ドイツ航空(LH)またはスイスインターナショナルエアラインズ(LX)を利用する乗客に、ウィーン(VIE)のハブ空港で自分専用のチェックインカウンターを貸し出すという、新たな収益ア...
Brazil
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JetBlue volta a permitir bagagem de mão na tarifa econômica básica
A JetBlue agora permite bagagem de mão na tarifa Blue Basic, seu bilhete econômico básico, visando tornar a tarifa mais competitiva no mercado e atrair mais clientes. A mudança, acompanhada de outros benefícios como Wi-Fi e entretenimento gratuitos, posiciona a companhia como uma alternativa mais atraente frente a concorrentes nos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Conta Nomad – Ganhe até US$ 20 de cashback na primeira operação de câmbio
A conta digital Nomad pode ser uma boa escolha para sua próxima viagem internacional, já que seu cartão é aceito em mais de 180 países, facilitando a vida dos viajantes e proporcionando economia, graças ao IOF reduzido nas transferências internacionais. Utilize o nosso código exclusivo, PONTOSPRAVOAR20, para abrir sua conta...
Germany
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30.000 Marriott Bonvoy Bonuspunkte bei Homes&Villas
Mit Homes&Villas wieder Bonuspunkte mit Apartments holen … Der Apartmentvermittler Homes&Villas hat wieder eine Promo aufgelegt. Bei einem…
Germany
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Doppelte Punkte bei Accor All Europa
Accor All hat eine Promo für doppelte Punkte gestartet … Accor All hat wieder eine große Promo für…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Avianca lança novas rotas internacionais – Incluindo voos para São Paulo
A Avianca ampliará sua conectividade na América Latina com novas rotas internacionais diretas de Medellín para a Cidade do Panamá e São Paulo e de Bogotá para Georgetown a partir de dezembro de 2024, adicionando mais de 5.000 assentos semanais. A expansão também inclui novos voos para Guayaquil, reforçando a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Smiles oferece até 8 milhas por real gasto no Extra – Incluindo iPhones
A Smiles começou uma nova campanha em parceria com o Extra, em que oferece aos seus associados até 8 milhas por real gasto em diversos produtos, incluindo iPhones. Abaixo, veja os principais detalhes desta oferta. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis no interior de São Paulo com piscina – Diárias a partir de R$ 156
Pensando em viajar para o interior de São Paulo e não abre mão de uma piscininha? Confira neste artigo 13 sugestões de hotéis da rede Accor com piscina e diárias a partir de R$ 156 para hospedagens entre novembro e janeiro. Hotéis com Piscina no Interior de São Paulo A lista...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Banco do Brasil aumenta benefícios dos cartões Ourocard – Até 3 pontos por dólar e mais acessos a salas VIP
O Banco do Brasil aumentou os benefícios dos cartões de crédito Ourocard Visa Infinite, Mastercard Black, Elo Nanquim e Elo Diners, que agora passam a acumular até 3 pontos por dólar gasto em compras internacionais. A melhoria na pontuação dos cartões é vantajosa para os clientes que viajam frequentemente para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles tem passagens pelo Brasil a partir de 4.500 milhas o trecho
Está pensando em viajar, mas tem poucas milhas? Na campanha Smiles Te Leva, é possível encontrar passagens para voar pelo Brasil com trechos a partir de 4.500 milhas, mais taxas. Confira os principais detalhes na sequência. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir...
View from the Wing
Sick of Airport Bar Prices? Travelers Are Secretly Mixing Their Own Espresso Martinis With This DIY Hack
Apparently it’s a “travel trend” to enjoy a cocktail at the airport that you haven’t purchased – mix your own drinks before getting on the flight. Here’s one creator’s take on the do-it-yourself airport espresso martini, which involves mixing your own booze with Starbucks. Continue reading Sick of Airport Bar Prices?...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Things Non-Americans Expect To See In U.S. Homes
One of my guilty pleasures when traveling is walking around grocery stores and, even better, supermarkets. It doesn’t matter if it’s an H.E.B. in New Braunfels, TX, a Lawson’s in…

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Miles To Memories
Save a Trip And Watch My Favorite Travel Horror Movies, Instead
I'll take travel horror movies over a terrible trip any day. These are just a few of my favorites. Did yours make the list? The post Save a Trip And Watch My Favorite Travel Horror Movies, Instead appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
Instant Approval For Ink Business Unlimited 90,000 Point Offer (I Love It So Much I Got Another)
I recommend the offer, but it can be helpful to know that this is advice that I follow myself. Continue reading Instant Approval For Ink Business Unlimited 90,000 Point Offer (I Love It So Much I Got Another)...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Out of Vantaa Airport and into Helsinki… and a little beyond
Out of Vantaa Airport and into Helsinki… and a little beyond Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Too many people. Time to make a change about that… and head off into the heart of Central Helsinki and beyond.   In this adventure I needed a break 02:40 on the coach?...
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Air Lines Sues CrowdStrike For $500 Million Over IT Outage That Crippled the Airline
Back in July, I wrote about the CrowdStrike IT issue and the mayhem that followed… The post Delta Air Lines Sues CrowdStrike For $500 Million Over IT Outage That Crippled the Airline appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Opinion: Boeing Workers Can Ask For More, And They’ll Get It
Boeing labor groups remain on strike despite an offer for a 35% raise. But they can hold out for more and they will get it.  If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Boeing Machinists Reject Contract, Continue Strike Boeing’s woes...
One Mile at a Time
My Homes & Villas By Marriott Bonvoy Experience: Surprisingly Good
Over the summer, we rented a villa in Greece through the Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy platform. I wanted to share my experience with that in this post. We actually had a great experience, and it turned out to be quite rewarding in terms of the number of points...
The Bulkhead Seat
Marriott Bonvoy® Reveals Soft Landing Policy For 2025
If you have not had as many Marriott Bonvoy® stays as planned this year,… The post Marriott Bonvoy® Reveals Soft Landing Policy For 2025 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Will Run For Miles
Hyatt Rebrand? Are the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Hotels Becoming Hyatt Centric Hotels?
It has not been confirmed, but the evidence supports the conclusion that there's a rebrand on the horizon The post Hyatt Rebrand? Are the Thompson Playa Del Carmen Hotels Becoming Hyatt Centric Hotels? appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Live from a Lounge
Air India non-stop flights to Dallas and Los Angeles still planned for Winter 2025 schedule
Air India may be coming closer to launching their new non-stop flights to the US in the coming months. Dallas Fort Worth could be the next destination for the airline in the months ahead, followed by Los Angeles. The post Air India non-stop flights to Dallas and Los Angeles still...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Save up to 30% at participating Marriott hotels & resorts across the Caribbean & Latin America
Marriott Bonvoy is offering up to a 30% discount on rates for stays of four or more night at 116 participating locations across the Caribbean & Latin America. This offer is open for booking made by December 15 and is good for stays made between November 22, 2024 and January...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines Adds New Upgrade Benefits For Gold Members
I’ve held Spirit Airlines Free Spirit® Gold status for the past two years. I… The post Spirit Airlines Adds New Upgrade Benefits For Gold Members appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy Offering Elite Status Soft Landings
Marriott Bonvoy has already revealed its status soft landing policy for the next membership year, and it’s good news (well, at least for those who don’t requalify for their current status tier). Thanks to LoyaltyLobby for flagging this.
Points With a Crew
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon 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 ...
One Mile at a Time
Which Routes Feature The New Emirates First Class?
I rank Emirates’ new first class as one of the world’s best first class products. Readers often have questions about whether a particular flight is scheduled to feature the new first class, so in this post I wanted to cover that in a bit more detail, and provide an update...
Your Mileage May Vary
Demystifying The Most Misunderstood AMEX Platinum Card Benefit
When it comes to the American Express Platinum Card, I’d have to describe our relationship status as “complicated.” While I can get a decent return on the $695 annual fee,…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines Files Suit Against IT Security Firm Crowdstrike in Bid to Reclaim $500 Million Bill From Massive Operational Meltdown
Delta Air Lines has filed a lawsuit against the IT security firm Crowdstrike in a bid to reclaim $500 million in losses it racked up following a massive operational meltdown the Atlanta-based carrier suffered in the wake of a failed update pushed to Microsoft-enabled computers by Crowdstrike in July. The...
View from the Wing
United’s Targeted Ads ‘Cross A Line’: Passenger Reports Phone Sex Ad On Seat Back Screen
United Airlines has been adding seat back video screens to planes, and they're planning to put the fastest internet in the sky on board - Starlink - starting next year. This is great for customers, but it's all part of a plan to monetize the eyeballs of customers sitting...
Live from a Lounge
Beware of the “Lounge Pass” App Scam
Beware of the new scam in town, where people are using lookalike apps for lounge access to scam people out of their money. The post Beware of the “Lounge Pass” App Scam appeared first on Live From A Lounge.
Points Miles and Bling
Credit Card Strategy for Beginners – Part 1
Credit Card Strategy – Introduction You’ve set your travel goals! You know which airline frequent flyer programs will take you… The post Credit Card Strategy for Beginners – Part 1 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Airlines Cuts Costs With Layoffs and Aircraft Sales
Spirit Airlines is reportedly in the early stages of renewing its merger talks with… The post Spirit Airlines Cuts Costs With Layoffs and Aircraft Sales appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Report: Americans Avoiding Travel During Election Week
The upcoming election has some travelers changing their plans and either delaying or forgoing travel during the upcoming US presidential election.  If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Thanksgiving At Home With the upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election sparking anxieties...
Wild About Travel
I value tranquillity and nature but also enjoy the vibrancy and history of cities. I am drawn to parks that offer more than just open space—whether that’s cultural importance, scenic beauty, or diverse activities. This reflects a balance in my personality: an appreciation for both relaxation and engagement, for nature...
View from the Wing
Delta’s Business Class Seats Dogs While Passengers Crowd Into Coach – Has VIP Luxury Gone Too Far?
A Delta Air Lines passenger flying from New York JFK shared what happened when they received a last minute upgrade from extra legroom coach up to business class. A flight attendant came up to them and brought them to their new seat - and their neighbor up front was...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Jacksonville in Florida at Night. Sunday Morning Photograph.
Jacksonville in Florida at night — or even during the daytime — may be one of the more underrated cities in the United States. Major construction projects that are ongoing in this city in the northeastern part of the state are meant to further improve it and bolster its image. The...