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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....
Frequent Miler
What’s the best all-around travel credit card?
Is there a best “all-around” travel card? A set-it-and-forget-it stalwart that bonuses most things you might spend on during travel, with protections that make you feel secure that you’ll be covered if something goes awry? This post takes a stab at answering that question. We’ll cover several top cards with...
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United’s amazing cardholder award availability
In April, United announced major changes to its loyalty program to incentivize customers to get a United credit or debit card. On paid flights, cardholders now earn 3 miles per dollar more than non-cardholders. On award flights, cardholders get a 10% discount (15% for elite cardholders) and greater access to...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Polaris® – AMS-ORD
After our time in Italy, we went back home to Chicago O’Hare International Airport…
One Mile at a Time
Starlux Airlines Starts Selling Miles: I’m More Excited Than I Should Be!!
Folks, Starlux Airlines’ COSMILE frequent flyer program has finally gotten into the business of selling miles to consumers. Objectively it’s a pretty awful deal, as the airline is charging an astronomical four cents per mile (we’ll see if there are promotions in the future).
Live and Let’s Fly
I Flew Air France A350 Business Class. It’s The Best In Europe
Let me start with my conclusion: Air France business class on the Airbus A350 is the best in Europe and one of the best in the world. In terms of seat, service, food, drink, bedding, and Starlink Wi-Fi, I could not have had a more perfect flight. Air France A350...
Live and Let’s Fly
“Not Allowed!” American Airlines Flight Attendant Snatches Wife’s Business Class Food From Husband, Throws It Away
An American Airlines passenger says a flight attendant confiscated his wife’s unwanted business class bread roll and dessert rather than allow him to eat them in economy. There may well be a policy against bringing premium cabin service items across the curtain, but the way this was handled sounds like...
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.
Live and Let’s Fly
Air France Served This Surprisingly Elegant Business Class Meal On A 250-Mile Flight
Air France managed to serve a rather elegant little Business Class meal on a flight of just 250 miles between Basel and Paris, and while it certainly wasn’t a feast, I thought it was very well done. Meal Of The Week: Air France Business Class From Basel To Paris My...
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada Signature Suite Vancouver YVR Review
Air Canada Signature Suite Vancouver YVR On a flight to Bali, I booked my original business flex flights via Aeroplan,…
One Mile at a Time
Do Airlines Want You To Get Amazing Deals With Your Points? The Complicated Truth…
I’ve written in the past about the general state of miles & points, and about how it’s the best of times, and the worst of times. Big picture, things are better than ever before when it comes to all the ways we can earn points, while they’re worse than ever...
View from the Wing
Dress Nice, Travel Solo, and The Drink Flight Attendants Say Will Get You An Upgrade [Roundup]
Lying that it's your birthday won't help (your real birthday is in the reservation) and ordering a specific drink won't get you updated. But these articles keep getting churned out. Surely the person writing them knows they're stupid? And much more in the roundup.
The Bulkhead Seat
Lufthansa Adds Hot Meals to Economy Menu on Short- and Medium-Haul Flights
Lufthansa is expanding its onboard dining options this fall with the introduction of new…
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Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 20 de agosto de 2026
Nossa equipe reuniu as principais ofertas encontradas no mundo dos pontos e milhas, facilitando o acesso às promoções que merecem atenção. Para encerrar o dia bem informado, confira tudo o que selecionamos e aproveite as melhores oportunidades no Radar PPV. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar. Promoções...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
PPV Promoções: milhas, cupons, cashback e ofertas para você economizar
Se você gosta de economizar, mas não quer ficar procurando ofertas em diferentes sites, o grupo de promoções do PPV pode facilitar sua rotina. Por lá, você recebe diretamente no celular uma seleção de cupons, cashback, descontos e oportunidades para acumular milhas. O acesso custa o equivalente a R$ 19,62...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! Shopping Smiles oferece até 15 milhas por real no Magalu
Está de olho em alguns produtinhos? Aproveite 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. A seguir, confira os detalhes desta oferta válida até amanhã, dia 21 de agosto. Shopping Smiles e Magalu O...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV: passagens pelo Brasil na LATAM a partir de R$ 224
Quem busca economizar na próxima viagem não pode deixar de conferir esta seleção. Reunimos passagens na LATAM a partir de R$ 224 para diferentes destinos no Brasil, oferecendo ótimas oportunidades para viajar pagando menos. Confira os trechos disponíveis e aproveite enquanto houver disponibilidade. Passagens nacionais na LATAM Para garantir as...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Castelo fora da Europa? São Paulo possui oito; conheça
O estado de São Paulo reúne castelos construções de inspiração medieval, gótica e clássica europeia espalhadas pela capital, interior e litoral. As opções incluem cafés coloniais, espaços para eventos temáticos e obras artesanais de arquitetura orgânica. Castelos em SP Quando se fala em castelo, é fácil imaginar construções centenárias espalhadas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sam’s Club: assine com 30% de desconto e receba até 4.500 pontos KMV
Pensando em assinar o clube? Aproveite a promoção do Sam’s Club, oferecendo 30% de desconto na assinatura dos planos Club e Plus, além de oferecer ganhar 3.500 pontos KMV. Na assinatura, você pode adicionar uma pessoa gratuitamente e ganhar +1.000 pontos KMV. Vamos aos detalhes! Sam’s Club O Sam’s Club hoje...
Brazil
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Cartão mais exclusivo da Visa ganha novo nome e terá benefícios revisados
A Visa decidiu mudar o nome de seu cartão voltado ao segmento de altíssima renda e, agora, o Visa Infinite Privilege passa a se chamar Visa Infinite Private, em uma alteração que também deve marcar uma nova fase do produto. Mudança começa no Brasil A mudança foi anunciada nesta quinta-feira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Viaje para o Nordeste a partir de 3.900 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas
Planejando suas férias? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, trouxemos diversas opções de emissões no Azul Fidelidade, com trechos a partir de 3.900 pontos + taxas para diferentes destinos da região. Vamos aos detalhes! Passagens para o Nordeste com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a seguir trechos para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aviação doméstica no Brasil bate recorde e chega a 59 milhões de passageiros em 2026
O transporte aéreo brasileiro registrou o melhor resultado de sua série histórica nos primeiros sete meses de 2026. Segundo dados da Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (Anac), 59 milhões de passageiros viajaram em voos domésticos entre janeiro e julho, número que supera o recorde anterior para o período. Aviação doméstica...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe até 11 pontos por real nas ofertas da Esfera
Se você está pensando em comprar pela internet, vale a pena conferir as ofertas da Esfera antes de finalizar o pedido. Nesta quinta-feira, algumas lojas parceiras oferecem até 11 pontos por real gasto, garantindo uma oportunidade de acumular mais pontos nas compras que você já pretende fazer. Veja os destaques...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Site da Flybondi sai do ar enquanto companhia segue sem operar voos
A situação da Flybondi ganhou mais um capítulo nesta semana: o site da companhia aérea argentina está fora do ar desde a noite de segunda-feira (17), exibindo o erro 504, que indica falha de comunicação com o servidor da empresa. A indisponibilidade afeta serviços importantes para os passageiros, como compra...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira 5 promoções com até 27 pontos por real gasto no Azul Fidelidade
Confira 5 ofertas disponíveis nesta quinta-feira, dia 20 de agosto, em que é possível ganhar até 27 pontos Azul Fidelidade por cada real gasto em parceiros selecionados. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes de cada promoção. Promoções no Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela abaixo todas as promoções: Clique aqui para...
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DEAL: Royal Jordanian Business Athen – Bangkok (Return): 1.400 Euro
Mit der Royal Jordanian Business von Athen nach Bangkok … Royal Jordanian hat den sehr guten Business Deal…
Brazil
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Assist Card passa a oferecer acesso a salas VIP em Confins em parceria com a AMBAAR
Clientes de determinados planos da Assist Card passam a contar com um novo benefício para quem embarca pelo Aeroporto Internacional de Belo Horizonte, em Confins. A empresa fechou uma parceria com a AMBAAR que permite o acesso às salas VIP da operadora tanto no terminal doméstico quanto no internacional. Quem...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ainda dá tempo de ganhar até 16 milhas por real nas promoções do Shopping Smiles
Aproveite, que ainda dá tempo. A campanha de promoções do Shopping Smiles em parceiros selecionados segue ativa até o dia 23 de agosto, e participam da oferta: Extra, Fast Shop, Polishop e Top Store, permitindo acumular até 16 milhas por real gasto em compras online. Venha conferir os detalhes a seguir!...
Brazil
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Banco Inter anuncia novas regras para a Global Account e cartão global
O Banco Inter prepara uma série de mudanças nas condições da Global Account e do cartão Global, com alterações que podem aumentar os custos para alguns clientes e reduzir benefícios oferecidos atualmente. As novas regras entram em vigor em 4 de setembro de 2026 e afetam principalmente compras realizadas em...
Brazil
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Confira hotéis Mercure com diárias a partir de R$ 215
Se você está planejando uma viagem e busca uma hospedagem confortável, vale a pena conferir esta seleção. Reunimos hotéis Mercure com diárias a partir de R$ 215 em diferentes destinos, oferecendo opções para quem deseja viajar com conforto e economia. Confira as opções disponíveis e aproveite para garantir sua hospedagem....
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Aerolíneas que te pagan el hotel durante una escala: stopovers y alojamiento gratis
¿Tienes una escala larga? Estas aerolíneas pueden ofrecerte hotel gratis, comidas y traslados. Comparo los requisitos, las horas mínimas de conexión y qué sucede si viajas con un billete emitido con millas.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM confirma vazamento de dados de clientes do LATAM Pass; veja o que foi exposto
A LATAM confirmou um incidente de segurança que permitiu o vazamento de dados de uma parcela de clientes do LATAM Pass. A companhia identificou o problema em 29 de julho de 2026 e informou o caso nesta semana, após concluir uma análise técnica para determinar quais informações haviam sido acessadas....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Passagens para os Estados Unidos a partir de 47.500 milhas Smiles + taxas
Planejando sua viagem para conhecer os Estados Unidos? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, trouxemos opções de emissões na Smiles, com passagens a partir de 47.500 milhas + taxas para diferentes destinos. Abaixo, confira as disponibilidades e resgate seu voo. Passagens para Estados Unidos com milhas Smiles Atenção: A...
Brazil
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Azul amplia serviço de bordo com novos snacks da Marilan
A Azul iniciou uma nova parceria para o serviço de bordo e passou a oferecer dois produtos do Grupo Marilan em voos nacionais selecionados. Desde o início de agosto, os passageiros podem encontrar o Mini Maizena Marilan, de 10 gramas, e o Pit Stop sabor Pão na Chapa, de 22,8...
Brazil
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WestJet conclui reforma de aviões com novo padrão de cabine e Wi-Fi grátis
A WestJet concluiu a renovação de cabine das últimas aeronaves de sua frota que ainda operavam com configuração exclusivamente econômica, encerrando uma etapa importante do processo de padronização dos aviões incorporados após as operações da Swoop e da Sunwing. Novas cabines As aeronaves da WestJet passaram a contar com uma...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Viagens oferece até 20% de desconto em pacotes, hotéis e locação de carros com pontos
A Azul Viagens acaba de liberar dois novos cupons de desconto! Desta vez, é possível garantir pacote, hotéis e locação de carros com até 20% de desconto nas reservas com pontos Azul Fidelidade. Abaixo, veja os detalhes e aproveite. Desconto em pacotes na Azul Viagens O desconto está estruturado da seguinte...
Brazil
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Mercado Livre lançou um novo cupom de desconto de até R$ 200
Sua quinta-feira pode começar do jeito certo! Economize com o Mercado Livre. Nesta manhã, foi disponibilizado o cupom MELITEC com até R$ 200 de desconto em produtos selecionados na área da tecnologia. Veja os detalhes a seguir e aproveite enquanto o cupom estiver disponível. Cupom Mercado Livre Produtos selecionados No momento, há...
Points With a Crew
Save Up to 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars (Targeted)
Discover how to save up to 50% on Amazon purchases by using Amex Reward Dollars with this targeted offer.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Fun With Enclaves and Exclaves: Baarle Hertog and Baarle Nassau
As I was going to stop off in Breukelen on my way driving back to Amsterdam after visiting Drielandenpunt — literally translated from Dutch for three land point — which is where the borders of the Netherlands, Germany and Belgium meet, I realized that the towns of Baarle Hertog and...

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Delta Air Lines Wins Major Court Victory as DOT’s Aeromexico Antitrust Order Is Vacated
What to Know A federal appeals court has vacated the Department of Transportation’s order stripping Delta and Aeromexico of antitrust immunity, ruling the department’s reasoning was “arbitrary and capricious.” In This Article Why the dispute traces back to a fight between the US and Mexican governments over slots at Mexico...
Frequent Miler
Bilt partners with Equinox: Use Bilt Cash for spa services, classes, or personal training
Yesterday, Bilt Rewards announced a new partnership with Equinox, a nationwide gym chain that offers personal training, fitness classes, and even spa services. Points and miles folks will likely be somewhat familiar with Equinox, as the American Express Platinum Card® offers “up to $300 in statement credits each year when...
Travel Codex
Alaska Bets Big on Europe With Athens and Paris Service from Seattle
Alaska Airlines is doubling down on its international ambitions and European expansion. Just months after launching Alaska Airlines first ever long-haul service to Europe including new destinations Rome, London, Reykjavik  the Seattle-based carrier has announced Athens and Paris for summer 2027. The additions further cement Seattle as Alaska’s global gateway...
Your Mileage May Vary
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…
The Bulkhead Seat
United Offers Easier Elite Status Match Challenge for Chicago-Area Travelers
United Airlines is giving travelers in the Chicago area a faster path to MileagePlus®…
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.
One Mile at a Time
InKind Referral Code: Get $25 Off Your First Meal With My Favorite Dining App
Looking for an InKind referral code? New InKind users can get $25 off their first dining experience of $50 or more when they sign up through a referral link. Through August 31, 2026, there’s also a limited time referral promotion, where the person making the referral can earn $50 off...
Frequent Miler
Rakuten offering up to $100 / 10K Bilt points for two Chase business cards
For several months, Rakuten has offered rewards after you apply through Rakuten’s link and are approved for the Chase Freedom Unlimited® card and the Ink Business Unlimited®. Today, they added another card: the Ink Business Cash®. The current rate for Freedom Unlimited is back to “up to” $25 cashback or...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Flight Bonus Miles and Points Offers for August 2026
Here are our Top 5 Flight Bonus Mile/Point Offers for this month. This post is of course for bonuses for flying this month however many of these offers go beyond so don’t count them out for flights you need to book past this month. If none of the offers listed...
Miles To Memories
Chase Tried to Kill a Credit Loophole, Capital One Discover Shutdowns & the $2 Trick Is Dead?!
Chase adds language and backtracks, best ever Sapphire offers, Discover trouble under Capital One and remembering old credit card tech!
View from the Wing
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.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Best Western: Receive a $20 bonus card for every $100 in BW Travel Cards purchased
Best Western has brought back their bonus for purchasing their Best Western Travel/Gift Cards! During this promotion when you buy a $100 gift card they will give you a $20 bonus card to use. You can buy up to $500 worth of gift cards with this promotion to receive up...
Points With a Crew
Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express Review – New Higher Offer
The Blue Cash Preferred from American Express card is one of the best cards for grocery purchases and even better, it comes with a $0 annual fee the first year. Find out how to ...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Unusual Museum That Made Us Take A Day Trip To Philadelphia
When most people plan a day in Philadelphia, they probably start with Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell or a cheesesteak. We started with a museum filled with preserved organs, unusual…
Frequent Miler
Leading Hotels of the World points sale: Get up to 100% bonus
Leading Hotels of the World is running another points sale, this time giving a bonus of up to 100%. That drops the price to as low as 6 cents per point, which may sound expensive, but you can get better value when redeeming the points. Best points-bookable hotels in the...
One Mile at a Time
Why Don’t Airlines Offer Free Upgrades To Empty Seats To Generate Goodwill?
Every so often I see a frequent flyer express frustration online about not receiving a free upgrade to an empty premium seat. Some airlines have published complimentary upgrade programs, but I’m referring to situations where an upgrade isn’t a perk of elite status.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Air France KLM Flying Blue: Earn 10,000 bonus miles on economy class flights out of the U.S.
Earn 10,000 bonus Flying Blue Miles when you fly in economy class on Air France or KLM from the U.S. to any destination worldwide served by the airlines. Book by Aug 31 for travel until Jan 31, 27. Book your tickets online at Airfrance.com or KLM.com There is no registration...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Hilton Price Match Guarantee Requires Reservations Booked First
The Price Match Guarantee with Hilton requires that reservations at a hotel or resort property that is part of the Hilton portfolio of brands are booked first before starting the process within 24 hours of booking the reservation. According to the official Internet web site of the Price Match Guarantee of...
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Miami Woman Tries To Check Bag For American Airlines Flight. Then They Pull Out Measuring Tape—And Charge $200 Extra: ‘Flying Is Getting Ridiculous’
"Learned the hard way today."
Frequent Miler
Live in or near Chicago? United wants to give you elite status
United MileagePlus has a standard elite status match promotion that runs through the end of 2026, but it just released a better version if your MileagePlus account address is in the Chicago metro area. Through September 30th, you can get 120 days of matched elite status if you register for...
One Mile at a Time
Best Western Selling Gift Cards With 20% Bonus: Worth It If You’re A Loyalist
Best Western has just brought back a great promotion for buying gift cards, which could be worth it for anyone who stays at Best Western properties with any frequency, as flagged by Frequent Miler.
View from the Wing
Delta CEO Says His Airline Belongs With Emirates And Singapore. That’s Silly, Because The Carrier Is Getting Worse
Ed Bastian wants Delta mentioned with Singapore Airlines and the best Asian and Middle Eastern carriers. Delta has a brand, but product consistency and service still fall short and once-vaunted reliabiltiy has faltered.
Your Mileage May Vary
Heathrow Just Lost Its Title As Europe’s Busiest Airport
Heathrow has dominated Europe’s airport rankings for decades. Now another major hub has passed it, as the two airports battle for the top spot. London Heathrow has been THE airport…
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways Free Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout: 777s, A350s, 787-8s Done, 787-9s Next
In late 2024, we saw Qatar Airways equip its first aircraft with Starlink connectivity. At the time, this made the oneworld carrier one of the first in the world to introduce this.