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Delta Austin – Paris Pricing, René’s 2027 Eclipse Plans, and an A380 Work Light to Dallas
Delta’s new Austin – Paris flight is finally bookable, and the Delta One pricing made me do a double take. Plus, René is already plotting his next total solar eclipse trip, and somehow a mechanic’s work light scored a round-trip to Dallas inside a Qantas A380.
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FAA Tells Airlines To Take Away First Class Drinks Before Pushback — But You Can Keep Your Own Starbucks
Starting September 1, Delta says FAA enforcement will require carrier-provided cups and glasses to be collected before pushback, while passengers may keep identical drinks they brought aboard if properly stowed. The 34-year-old rule is about evacuation safety and could make already-inconsistent predeparture beverages even less reliable.
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This U.S. Airport Lounge Was Just Named The World’s Most Instagrammable
Airport lounges get recognized for food, service and design. But one annual award honors something very different: how good the lounge looks on social media. For some people, an airport…
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HOTEL REVIEW: Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver Airport. An indulgence. Oh Canada!
The Oh Canada trip report continues. It’s time to review my first hotel stay on Canadian soil at the Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver Airport, which is located within the airport building. I’ve already covered my First Class check-in and Lounge visit in Sydney, and my Dreamliner flight with Qantas to Vancouver....
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Delta Will Use AI To Cut Jobs And Set A Different Ticket Price For Every Passenger—CEO Says Profits Could Rise 50%
Delta CEO Ed Bastian says artificial intelligence could increase profits 50%. The airline’s plans point toward fewer office jobs, automated decisions and different fares for individual passengers.
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This Simple TSA Trick Makes Getting Through Airport Security Much Less Chaotic
My husband and I fly at least once every month or two, so we’ve been through TSA security more times than I can count. Still, I’ve always found the areas…
One Mile at a Time
Ritz-Carlton Reserve Goes “Urban,” With Shanghai Hotel: Brands Mean Nothing Anymore
The boutique Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand will be opening its first city hotel, located in a skyscraper. While I’m sure this property will be nice, it sure makes you wonder what the point of hotel branding is anymore… not that this kind of confusion is anything new nowadays.
Miles To Memories
What Others Got Wrong & How To Beat The Upcoming Air France Devaluation
Flying Blue changes effective next month make the best award rates even trickier. Fortunately, you have options.
View from the Wing
United Airlines Pilot Leaves Mic Open For 7 Minutes—250 Passengers Hear Him Berate Flight Attendants In Profane Rant
A United Airlines pilot on the 15-hour Cape Town–Washington flight left the PA open, broadcasting a profanity-laced attack on cabin crew. The technical mistake was embarrassing; the cockpit–cabin culture it exposed matters more.
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Why I’m Canceling Four Hotel Credit Cards
For years, I considered hotel credit cards among the easiest to justify keeping. Pay an annual fee, receive a free night certificate and use it at a hotel that costs more…
One Mile at a Time
My Favorite Places I’ve Visited: It’s Complicated, But Here Are My Picks
Here’s a topic that I think makes for a fun, updated 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...
Traveling For Miles
Review: Hyatt Paris Madeleine (excellent in a lot of ways)
The Hyatt Paris Madeleine is one of four Hyatt properties in central Paris and it's a property that I have wanted to stay at since I dropped by on our last trip to the French capital. I liked the area immediately around the hotel and a quick look inside gave...
Live and Let’s Fly
Miss Congeniality: American Airlines Passenger Gobbles Down Three Hard-Boiled Eggs While Turning Seatmates Into Personal Assistants
I have seen passengers bring some unusual food onboard airplanes over the years, but I never ceased to be amazed: this time over three hard-boiled eggs, carefully transported in pink plastic egg carton and consumed one by one during an American Airlines flight while simultaneously asking quite a lot from...
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Mais vendidos do Mercado Livre: confira os destaques de diversas categorias
Bom dia e bom sábado! Que tal aproveitar o fim de semana para descobrir alguns produtos diferentes? Nossa equipe preparou uma seleção dos mais vendidos do Mercado Livre, explorando desta vez categorias que não costumamos publicar com frequência aos sábados. Confira os destaques e veja o que chamou a atenção...
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Hilton macht Best Price Guarantee wertlos
Die Hilton Best Price Guarantee ist nur mehr Werbung … Die Best Price Garantien der verschiedenen Hotelmarken waren…
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Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 21 de agosto de 2026
Encerre a sua sexta-feira bem informado, confira tudo o que selecionamos e aproveite as melhores oportunidades no Radar PPV. Nossa equipe reuniu as principais ofertas encontradas no mundo dos pontos e milhas, facilitando o acesso às promoções que merecem atenção. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar. Promoções...
Brazil
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Alerta PPV! Passagens nacionais partir de 4.164 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas
Mais um final de semana chegando, e as oportunidades para viajar gastando menos milhas continuam aparecendo. A seleção de hoje conta com passagens nacionais a partir de 4.164 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas, opções para diferentes destinos pelo Brasil. Confira os trechos disponíveis e aproveite enquanto houver disponibilidade. Passagens nacionais no...
Brazil
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Últimas horas! Shopping Smiles oferece até 15 milhas por real no Magalu
Essa pode ser sua última chance para aproveitar a promoção do Shopping Smiles em parceria com o Magalu, que está oferecendo aos clientes a possibilidade de acumularem até 15 milhas por real gasto. Confira os detalhes da oferta abaixo. Shopping Smiles e Magalu O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está estruturado da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! Transfira pontos da Livelo e receba até 120% de bônus no Azul Fidelidade
A promoção do Azul Fidelidade em parceria com a Livelo acaba hoje! É possível receber até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos e, novos clientes recebem 3.500 pontos extras na primeira transferência. Confira as condições e aproveite enquanto a oferta está disponível. Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Livelo Bonificação Para...
Brazil
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GOL retoma voos diretos entre Porto Velho e Rio Branco após seis anos
A GOL voltou a operar voos sem escalas entre Porto Velho (PVH) e Rio Branco (RBR), retomando uma ligação que estava suspensa desde agosto de 2020. A primeira operação aconteceu no último sábado (15), com a nova rota passando a contar com uma frequência semanal. A retomada conecta novamente as...
Brazil
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Sextou! cupons ativos no Mercado Livre, Magalu e Amazon
A tão esperada sexta-feira chegou, e com ela novas oportunidades para economizar nas compras online. Nossa equipe de promoções reuniu cupons ativos do Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu, com descontos em diferentes categorias. Confira as condições e aproveite enquanto os códigos estiverem disponíveis. Cupons do Mercado Livre Confira os cupons...
Brazil
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Azul Fidelidade completa 17 anos com 21 milhões de clientes; veja os destinos mais resgatados
O Azul Fidelidade completa 17 anos neste mês com mais de 21 milhões de clientes cadastrados e mudanças que ampliaram o uso dos pontos para além dos voos da própria Azul. Entre os principais números divulgados pela companhia, o destaque é o crescimento de 37% nos passageiros emitidos pelo Azul...
Brazil
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Alerta PPV! Passagens nacionais no Azul Fidelidade a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas
Vai viajar, mas quer economizar? Confira na edição do alerta de passagens PPV, opções de trechos nacionais para viajar nos próximos meses gastando a partir de 2.600 pontos + taxas. Abaixo, veja os detalhes e aproveite. Passagens nacionais com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a seguir trechos nacionais. Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Código de setembro disponível! Resgate até 30 pontos grátis no Mastercard Surpreenda
Mais um código disponível! Setembro ainda nem chegou, mas mais uma vez a equipe do Pontos Pra Voar se antecipou e conseguiu validar código do mês de setembro para que você possa resgatar 15 pontos gratuitamente no programa Mastercard Surpreenda. A seguir, confira como resgatar seus pontos. Resgate 15 pontos grátis...
Brazil
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Azul Fidelidade oferece nove produtos no Meu Resgate Favorito – incluindo Ray-Ban Meta!
Corre! O Azul Fidelidade liberou uma nova edição do Meu Resgate Favorito. Desta vez, é possível resgatar perfumes, panelas, Ray-Ban Meta e mais! Essa promoção costuma acabar rápido, então aproveite. Meu Resgate Favorito No Shopping Azul, você pode trocar seus pontos por produtos, ingressos, gift cards, entre outros. De tempos...
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Vuelos directos de Madrid a Fortaleza desde 515 € ida y vuelta con Iberia
Iberia vuela directo de Madrid a Fortaleza desde 515 € ida y vuelta en fechas de febrero y marzo de 2027. La tarifa Economy Basic incluye equipaje de mano y comida a bordo, y el vuelo suma Avios.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Copa Airlines anuncia novo destino na Venezuela
A Copa Airlines anunciou que passará a operar voos regulares entre seu hub na Cidade do Panamá (PTY) e Porlamar (PMV), principal porta de entrada da Ilha de Margarita, um dos destinos turísticos mais conhecidos da Venezuela. A nova rota será inaugurada em 26 de novembro de 2026 e contará...
Brazil
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Prorrogou! Assine o Clube Smiles e receba até 50.000 milhas na hora
A campanha de assinatura oferecendo até 50.000 milhas na hora aos novos assinantes do Clube Smiles foi prorrogada por mais 10 dias. Além disso, ao assinar o Clube você ganha 1 cupom de 10% OFF para voar com a GOL. A campanha agora é válida até as 21h do dia...
Brazil
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Starlink chega ao Boeing 787-9 da Qatar Airways
A Qatar Airways ampliou ainda mais a presença do Starlink em sua frota de longo curso: a companhia chegou a 150 aeronaves de fuselagem larga equipadas com a tecnologia e se tornou a primeira do mundo a operar um Boeing 787-9 com Starlink. Starlink na frota de longo curso da...
Brazil
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Confira 20 sugestões do que fazer com até 95 mil milhas Smiles
Aproveitou a promoção do Shopping Smiles com o Magalu e acumulou até 95 mil milhas na compra do seu smartphone? Neste artigo, você confere sugestões de passagens nacionais e internacionais para você emitir, gastando até 95 mil milhas + taxas. Abaixo, veja as disponibilidades. 20 sugestões do que fazer com...
Brazil
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LATAM e Azul aumentam frequências de Chapecó para São Paulo
O Aeroporto de Chapecó (XAP), em Santa Catarina, está ampliando a oferta de voos para São Paulo: a LATAM e a Azul adicionaram novas frequências ligando o município catarinense aos aeroportos de Guarulhos (GRU) e Viracopos (VCP), respectivamente. A mudança aumenta as opções de horários para quem viaja entre o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Passagens nacionais com até 30% de desconto no Azul Fidelidade e internacionais com 15% OFF
O Azul Fidelidade acaba de liberar cupons para passagens nacionais com até 30% de desconto e internacionais com 15%. Esta oferta é válida durante o final de semana e você confere todos os detalhes a seguir. Azul Fidelidade com até 30% OFF em passagens Passagens nacionais 30% de desconto –...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Como é se hospedar no DoubleTree by Hilton Porto Alegre
Moderno, confortável e com uma localização privilegiada na orla do Guaíba, o DoubleTree by Hilton Porto Alegre nos surpreendeu positivamente. O hotel integra o complexo do Pontal Shopping e oferece quartos bem equipados, boa estrutura e fácil acesso a restaurantes e serviços. Esse é um review baseado na nossa experiência...
Brazil
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Compre um iPhone no Shopping Smiles e ganhe até 95 mil milhas
Quem pretende comprar um smartphone pode aproveitar esta oportunidade para turbinar o saldo de milhas. O Shopping Smiles, em parceria com a Magalu, está oferecendo até 15 milhas por real gasto em produtos selecionados. Veja como funciona a promoção e aproveite antes que ela termine. Compre um iPhone e ganhe...
Brazil
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Air Europa começa a vender passagens para nova rota entre Madri e El Salvador
A Air Europa já colocou à venda as passagens para sua nova ligação entre Madri e San Salvador, que começará a ser operada em 18 de dezembro de 2026. A companhia terá três voos semanais entre a capital espanhola e El Salvador, ampliando a oferta da empresa para a América...
Brazil
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Transferiu, ganhou! Vem aí nova oferta do ALL Accor oferecendo Status Gold
Vem aí mais uma edição da Transferiu, ganhou do ALL Accor! Entre os dias 24 e 28 de agosto, os clientes receberão Status Gold temporário na transferência de pontos dos parceiros. Além disso, cumprindo a meta de noites, é possível estender esse status até o final de 2027. Confira os...
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Lufthansa erweitert Onboard Delights um fünf warme Gerichte
Ab dem 1. September 2026 können Lufthansa Reisende in der Economy Class erstmals auch auf ausgewählten Kurz- und…
One Mile at a Time
Drink Up: Delta Crews Will Collect Pre-Departure Drinks Earlier, In “FAA-Driven” Change
Delta flight attendants are being told that they’ll shortly have to prepare the aircraft cabin for takeoff earlier than in the past, and that specifically impacts collecting service items. While the airline claims this is an FAA-driven change that applies across the industry, I’m not sure anything is actually changing,...
Economondo
Italian Lufthansa: London City to Frankfurt on an Air Dolomiti Embraer
Join me as I fly with Lufthansa's regional Italian subsidiary, Air Dolomiti, on a flight from London to Frankfurt

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American Airlines Flight to Dallas Makes Emergency Landing After Fire Breaks Out in Cabin Injuring Four Passengers
An American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas Fort Worth was forced to make an emergency landing at DFW on Friday evening after a passenger’s laptop overheated and caught fire as the plane was on approach to the carrier’s home hub airport, injuring four to five passengers. The incident occurred...
Points With a Crew
5 reasons to sign up for the Chase Ink Business Cash® Credit Card – $1,000 Cash with no annual fee
The Chase Ink Business Cash card has one of the highest signup bonuses ever for a card that comes with no annual fee. You can easily get over $1000 in ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
A Closer Look At the Hilton Garden Inn Logo
Since its humble introduction in 1990 as a brand of Hilton Worldwide with four hotel properties that were originally branded as CrestHill by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn has been a symbol for enthusiasts of Hilton as a mid-range yet “laid-back sophisticated” brand with a “casual garden courtyard ambiance” which offers...
Frequent Miler
Easy $400 bonus with a new Wells Fargo checking account
Wells Fargo has extended its regular offer for new checking account customers. The offer is available in-branch or online and gives a $400 bonus when you open a new Everyday Checking account and deposit a total of $1,000 in direct deposits within 90 days. See Doctor of Credit’s list of...
View from the Wing
Thrifty Traveler Premium Is 30% Off—Flight Deal Alerts Drop To $90.99, Extended Through Sunday
Thrifty Traveler Premium’s biggest percentage discount of the year brings flight deal alerts down to $90.99 for the first year, with flight-and-hotel alerts available for $132.99 through Sunday.
Frequent Miler
Shortcuts to Flying Blue elite status | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep372 | 8-21-26
On today’s episode, we’ll talk about the many ways to shortcut Flying Blue elite status and why you might want to. Shortcuts to Flying Blue elite status Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to a...
Your Mileage May Vary
This One Thing You Might Forget After Canceling A Credit Card Can Cost You
Canceling a credit card usually comes with a checklist. Use any remaining credits, move your points if needed, and make sure no recurring bills are charged to the account. But…
The Bulkhead Seat
Surge in Wheelchair Requests on Air India Flights Sparks Online Debate
Air India is facing growing scrutiny over a sharp increase in requests for wheelchair…
The Bulkhead Seat
Marriott to Open First-Ever “Urban” Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Shanghai
Marriott is bringing the Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand to a major city for the first…
Frequent Miler
Thrifty Traveler Premium promo: Save 30% on first year’s cost (extended)
National Cheap Flight Day takes place on August 23 each year. In anticipation, Thrifty Traveler is offering a 30% discount on Premium or Premium+ subscriptions and has now extended it through the 23rd. The Deal Save 30% on your first year’s subscription of Thrifty Traveler Premium or Thrifty Traveler Premium+:...
Miles To Memories
“Substantial Doubt” — Bally’s Is in Real Trouble, Circa’s Brand New Rooms & a $75M Raiders Handout?
The surprising A's stadium site sale that could be coming, Raiders want a new plaza, Vineyards in casinos & Circa's big hotel expansion.
View from the Wing
United Polaris Passenger Opens Freshly Packed Blanket, Finds “Feces” Inside — Then Spends 9 Hours In The Seat
A United Polaris passenger says he opened freshly packed bedding on a San Francisco–Tokyo flight and touched dried feces—then spent nine more hours in the same seat because the cabin was full.
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Smart Belt 2026
The Smart Belt 2026 is an Italian leather belt with 32 micro-adjustments, cut-to-size system, and a Kevlar core. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Perfectly Normal American Words That Can Get You In Trouble Overseas
# Perfectly Normal American Words That Can Get You In Trouble Overseas If you pay attention to other countries, you probably already know that we sometimes have different words for…
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Man Books With American Airlines. Then He Sees What’s Actually Transporting Him To Chicago: ‘American Airlines Has Clowned Us’
"Our tickets literally say we are 'in flight' right now."
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Bilt Adds Blacklane Chauffeur Service With New Status-Based Credits
Bilt members can now book Blacklane rides through Bilt, earn points on eligible bookings and unlock up to $150 in annual Blacklane credits based on Bilt status.
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Save 15 Percent on Points & Cash Reservations With IHG One Rewards
You can usually use as few as 5,000 IHG One Rewards points to book a reservation for a stay using a combination of cash and points; and for a limited time, you can also save 15 percent on Points & Cash reservations on the cash portion at participating hotel and...
View from the Wing
Southwest Passengers Were Flying To Vegas To Elope—A Pilot Married Them At 35,000 Feet In A Toilet-Paper Dress
A couple flying to Las Vegas to elope wound up married at 35,000 feet by an ordained Southwest pilot, with 178 strangers watching and a toilet-paper dress and coffee-stirrer bouquet supplied by the crew.
One Mile at a Time
Ritz-Carlton Reserve Goes “Urban,” With Shanghai Hotel: Brands Mean Nothing Anymore
The boutique Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand will be opening its first city hotel, located in a skyscraper. While I’m sure this property will be nice, it sure makes you wonder what the point of hotel branding is anymore… not that this kind of confusion is anything new nowadays.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Unruly Passenger Who Repeatedly Threatened to Sexually Assault Flight Attendant Pleads Guilty to Offense That Carries Maximum 20 Year Prison Sentence
An unruly passenger who repeatedly threatened to sexually assault female flight attendants on a nine-hour transatlantic flight from Dublin to Seattle has pleaded guilty to an offense that carries a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in a federal prison, as well as a fine of $250,000. James Bradley...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why I’m Canceling Four Hotel Credit Cards
For years, I considered hotel credit cards among the easiest to justify keeping. Pay an annual fee, receive a free night certificate and use it at a hotel that costs more…
Miles To Memories
Possible Upcoming Offers on Amex Platinum, Gold and Delta Cards (qwww Links)
American Express qwww links are showing possible upcoming welcome offers on Platinum, Gold and Delta cards, including bonuses as high as 185,000 points.
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Emirates First Class in 2026 – The Same Excess, Just More Refined
Emirates First Class has never exactly been subtle. There’s the caviar, the Dom Pérignon, the private suites, the onboard bar…