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Amtrak added as Bilt transfer partner, transfer ratio is 2:1
Bilt Rewards added a new transfer partner today: Amtrak Guest Rewards. Amtrak points are far more valuable than most airline miles and hotel points, so at first glance this is an exciting partnership. Before your hopes are raised too high though, the transfer ratio is 2:1 which limits the upside...
View from the Wing
JSX Orders Up To 100 Hybrid-Electric Planes—They’re Years Away, But The Political Payoff Could Come First
JSX’s new agreement includes a deposit for 50 aircraft and rights to 50 more, but Heart is targeting 2031 service. The deal also strengthens an argument against regulating away the small carriers these manufacturers need as customers.
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“You’re Illegal!” My Schengen Nightmare At Copenhagen Passport Control
I had an unsettling encounter while departing Copenhagen Airport with my children when an immigration officer announced that the system showed I had illegally overstayed my 90 days in the Schengen Area as a U.S. citizen. Copenhagen Immigration Said I Was In Europe Illegally We left the SAS Lounge about...
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One of Amex’s Streaming Partners Is Raising Prices, and I Might Just Upgrade
Most people aren’t happy when a streaming service announces a price increase. When I received an email saying one of American Express’ digital entertainment partners was raising its rates, I…
Live from a Lounge
Priority Pass+ Is Finally Fixing One of My Biggest Airport Lounge Access Gripes
There is a new Priority Pass app, and it is much better than the one that exists at the moment. Here is how the new app looks and the problems it solves.
Your Mileage May Vary
Virgin Atlantic Premium on the A350-1000: A Newer Plane, But Not a Perfect Flight
By the time we boarded our Virgin Atlantic flight from London Heathrow to Orlando, my wife Sharon’s birthday trip through Germany and Austria was almost over. We had traveled by…
One Mile at a Time
Air Canada Axes Its Longest Route, From Vancouver To Singapore: What Gives?
Air Canada will end its Vancouver to Singapore flight in 2027, just under three years after launch. Here's why its longest route is being cut.
One Mile at a Time
Why An Aeroflot Airbus A321 Is Rotting At Geneva Airport, Will Probably Never Fly Again
An Aeroflot Airbus A321 has sat abandoned at Geneva Airport since February 2022, with full fuel tanks and rotting food onboard, as Swiss sanctions block its return to Russia.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Rest In Peace, Vehicles With Manual Transmissions?
The United States of America is actually one of the odder countries of the world pertaining to driving: it is one of the few nations that still does not use the metric system as its mainstream method of measurements; it contains vast amounts of wide highways and enormous parking lots;...
View from the Wing
Why Flight Attendants Look Young And Pretty In Asia—And Why U.S. Airlines Stopped Selling Sex Appeal
U.S. airlines once sold tickets with young women in hot pants. Deregulation, discrimination law and seniority changed that model. Asian and Gulf airlines face different hiring incentives—and Singapore’s grooming standards show how much of the difference is deliberate.
Frequent Miler
Europe for 88(!) miles and business class lounge access you might have for 1 more week (Nick Wild Card journal)
I am writing this post from the Lufthansa Business Class lounge at Boston Logan airport, where I am about to board a flight to Europe (including a connection!) that I booked for just 88 miles one way. There were some surcharges involved, but, luckily, the judges won’t be holding those against...
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American Airlines Is Still Closing Mileage Accounts Over Credit Card Bonuses From 7 Years Ago
An American Airlines customer says Barclays approved a new credit card, opened a new AAdvantage account, and they even took an award flight—before American shut the account down two months after it was created. The airline said their ban over old credit card bonuses was permanent. Years later, even a...
Miles To Memories
Amex Business Checking Account Offering 35,000 Points Bonus
American Express has increased the standard bonus for for its business checking account. You can now earn 35,000 Membership Rewards points.
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
American Airlines atualiza cardápio das salas VIP
A American Airlines está renovando os cardápios de suas salas VIP para a temporada de outono no hemisfério norte, com novos pratos que começam a chegar aos espaços Flagship e Admirals Club durante setembro e outubro. A proposta inclui receitas com referências regionais e opções diferentes de acordo com o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hotéis ibis pelo Brasil: confira diárias a partir de R$ 138
A promoção do Mês do Cliente ALL Accor chegou ao fim, mas ainda há excelentes preços espalhados pelo Brasil. Listamos hotéis ibis com diárias a partir de R$ 138, reunindo opções em diferentes destinos para facilitar o planejamento da sua viagem. Confira as ofertas e aproveite. Hotéis ibis pelo Brasil...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
KLM passa a oferecer refeições pagas com pré-venda em voos de curta distância
A KLM vai ampliar a oferta de refeições pagas em seus voos de curta distância na Europa. A partir de 25 de outubro de 2026, passageiros poderão fazer a pré-compra de três opções de refeições durante a reserva, com preços que chegam a US$ 16,60. Refeições poderão ser reservadas antes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Livelo oferece 158 mil pontos no upgrade para o Clube Super
Quer turbinar o saldo na Livelo? Uma nova campanha do programa está oferecendo 158 mil pontos para clientes que fizerem upgrade para o Clube Super. A promoção fica disponível somente até amanhã, 24 de setembro. Confira os requisitos, as condições da assinatura e os detalhes para receber a pontuação! Upgrade...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
STARLUX confirma parceria com o AAdvantage da American Airlines
A STARLUX Airlines confirmou uma futura parceria com o AAdvantage, programa de fidelidade da American Airlines, que permitirá aos passageiros acumular milhas e emitir passagens nos voos das duas companhias. A novidade vem após o início das vendas de voos em codeshare entre as empresas. Codeshare entre STARLUX e American...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
IHG One Rewards: guía de puntos, niveles y beneficios
Guía completa de IHG One Rewards: cómo acumular y canjear puntos, qué ofrece cada nivel Elite, cómo funcionan los Milestone Rewards y cuándo conviene usar puntos, millas o Ambassador.
Spain
Ultima Llamada
IHG One Rewards: guía de puntos, niveles y beneficios
Guía completa de IHG One Rewards: cómo acumular y canjear puntos, qué ofrece cada nivel Elite, cómo funcionan los Milestone Rewards y cuándo conviene usar puntos, millas o Ambassador.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Azul Fidelidade tem voos para Fort Lauderdale a partir de 58 mil pontos
Fort Lauderdale pode ser a próxima parada usando seus pontos Azul Fidelidade! No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades de emissão para o destino na Flórida, com passagens a partir de 58 mil pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e veja...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Anac atualiza regras para atrasos e cancelamentos de voos; veja o que muda
A Anac atualizou as regras para atrasos e cancelamentos de voos, ampliando as obrigações das companhias aéreas em relação à comunicação e à assistência oferecida aos passageiros. A atualização da Resolução nº 400/2016 foi aprovada nesta terça-feira (22) pela Diretoria Colegiada da Agência e ainda será publicada no Diário Oficial...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogou! Assine o Clube 1.000 Smiles e receba 18 mil milhas na hora
Ainda dá tempo de aproveitar! A Smiles prorrogou a oferta em comemoração ao Clube Smiles Day, permitindo que novos assinantes do Clube Smiles 1.000 garantam 18.000 milhas na hora da adesão. A promoção segue válida até as 10h do dia 25 de setembro. Veja as condições e aproveite. Adesão ao...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Porto Alegre terá novamente voos direto para o Aeroporto Santos Dumont no RJ
Porto Alegre voltará a ter voos diretos para o Aeroporto Santos Dumont, no Rio de Janeiro, a partir de 25 de outubro. A LATAM vai retomar a rota com dois voos diários em cada sentido, e as passagens já estão à venda. LATAM retoma a ligação entre Porto Alegre e...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Viaje pela América do Sul a partir de 23 mil milhas Smiles
Que tal explorar a América do Sul usando suas milhas Smiles? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou novas oportunidades de emissão para diferentes destinos pelo continente, com passagens a partir de 23 mil milhas + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e comece a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Falha no GPS de aviões da Embraer cancela mais de 80 voos da Azul e impacta 8 mil passageiros
Uma instabilidade global na recepção de sinais de GPS afetou a operação de aeronaves Embraer E2 e levou a Azul a cancelar mais de 80 voos na terça-feira (22). Segundo a companhia, os cancelamentos provocaram atrasos e afetaram mais de 8 mil passageiros. Os impactos continuavam sendo sentidos nesta quarta-feira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aniversário LATAM Pass: transfira pontos da Esfera com 25% de bônus
Seguindo com suas ofertas de aniversário, o LATAM Pass acaba de lançar uma nova promoção de transferência bonificada. Desta vez, é possível receber 25% de bônus no envio de pontos da Esfera. A seguir, veja todos os detalhes desta oferta válida até o dia 25 de setembro. LATAM Pass e...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transferiu, ganhou! ALL Accor oferece até 30% de bônus no envio de pontos Azul Fidelidade
Começou! A Transferiu, ganhou do ALL Accor, oferece mais uma oferta, dessa vez com o Azul Fidelidade. Até o dia 25 de setembro, os associados ganham um bônus de até 30% sobre os pontos Reward gerados na transferência de pontos. Além disso, os clientes elegíveis no Azul Fidelidade ganham desconto...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade oferece até 110% de bônus na transferência de pontos – incluindo Esfera e Livelo
Esperando uma oportunidade de transferir seus pontos? O Azul Fidelidade lançou uma nova campanha de transferência bonificada que oferece até 110% de bônus no envio de pontos de parceiros, incluindo Esfera e Livelo. Nesta edição, a Porto ficou de fora da promoção. A oferta segue disponível até 27 de setembro....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Ganhe 3.000 pontos ao abrir sua conta na Revolut
A promoção da Revolut em parceria com o Pontos Pra Voar está entrando em sua reta final. E essa é uma daquelas oportunidades que merecem atenção de quem gosta de acumular pontos: a Revolut está oferecendo 3.000 RevPoints para novos clientes que abrirem a conta pelo link promocional do PPV...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize no combustível! Shell Box oferece até R$ 7 de desconto
Quarta-feira é dia de economizar no combustível! O Shell Box está oferecendo R$ 0,10 de desconto por litro de combustível, com economia de até R$ 7 por abastecimento. Confira quem pode aproveitar o benefício, as condições da oferta e como garantir o desconto. Como funciona o desconto no Shell Box...
Germany
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Von Athen bis Kairo: 10 Luxushotels für das ultimative Status-Erlebnis mit Hilton Honors
Mit mehr als 9.400 Hotels weltweit bietet Hilton Honors seinen Mitgliedern Zugang zu einem der größten Hotelportfolios der…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transferência de pontos para a Smiles: bancos e bônus
Diversos bancos e programas de recompensas permitem a transferência de pontos para a Smiles. Neste guia, explicamos quais são os parceiros, como funcionam as conversões, o que muda nas campanhas bonificadas e quais cuidados tomar antes de transferir. Transferência de pontos para a Smiles Uma das maneiras mais conhecidas de...
Germany
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ACT FAST: Ein offener One Harmony Exclusive Status
Bei One Harmony einen Status kassieren … Beim Statusprogramm von Nikko Hotels, JAL und Okura Hotels gibt es…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 22 de setembro de 2026
Bem-vindos a mais uma edição do Radar PPV! Nesta terça-feira, reunimos uma seleção especial com as principais promoções e oportunidades encontradas pela nossa equipe no universo de pontos, milhas e viagens. São diferentes ofertas para quem busca economizar, acumular pontos e aproveitar melhor suas viagens. Confira todos os detalhes. Promoções...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Transfira pontos da Esfera para o Iberia Club com até 25% de bônus
Essas são as últimas horas para aproveitar a promoção do Mês do Cliente da Esfera, que oferece aos seus clientes até 25% de bônus na transferência de pontos para o Iberia Club. Abaixo, confira todos os detalhes antes que acabe. Promoção Esfera e Iberia Club Para esta campanha, a bonificação...
Spain
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Vuelos directos Madrid–Buenos Aires por 482 € ida y vuelta
Vuelos directos Madrid–Buenos Aires con Plus Ultra desde 482 € ida y vuelta. Fechas de 2027, equipaje incluido.
Points Miles and Bling
Aspire Executive Lounge Ottawa (YOW) – My Experience Over Several Visits
Aspire Lounges have made significant strides in Canada. And it’s not just through their own Executive Lounges either. We’ve seen…
View from the Wing
American Airlines Miles Are A Step Closer To Starlux Business Class—But Award Seats Are Already Hard To Find
Starlux says mileage earning and award redemptions with American are in the works, following a new codeshare. AAdvantage pricing and a launch date haven't been announced, and access to reasonably priced business class seats remains the biggest question.

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Digital Border Crossings: Are They Ready for Prime Time?
This post began with a fairly simple idea I couldn’t shake. Automated border systems aren’t infallible, and when something goes wrong, people are still needed to get travelers moving again.…
Miles To Memories
Hilton’s New Global Promo Offers Up to 3,000 Bonus Points Per Stay
Hilton Honors has announced its next global promotion, giving members bonus points on every eligible stay during the final months of 2026.
View from the Wing
I Have 26 Credit Cards In A Drawer. These Are The 7 Rewards Cards I Actually Carry
I have about 26 credit cards in a drawer, but only seven are actually in my wallet. The key is separating cards you get for a bonus, cards you keep for perks, and cards that deserve real spending. Here are the cards I actually use for lounge access, everyday spend,...
Economy Class & Beyond
Turkish Airlines firms up an order for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft
If there’s an event to drag out the political grandees and show off an order, Boeing and Turkish Airlines are taking advantage of it, with Turkish Airlines firming up an order for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX family aircraft. The firm order comes after initial talks started in 2025....
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Szalonej Środy With LOT Polish Airlines Means Crazy Wednesday Sale
LOT Polish Airlines has a promotion that occurs on many Wednesdays because Szalonej Środy translates from Polish into English as Crazy Wednesday, which is in effect only on Wednesdays — typically for the Polish market, as airports in Poland are usually the origination airports of the deals. As today...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer: Earn 2x miles on stays at Dusit Hotels & Resorts worldwide (September 23 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is the extension of Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer's bonus of 2x miles for stays at Dusit Hotels & Resorts worldwide. Check out all of the new bonuses added today:
Frequent Miler
Chase might have a new 3/24 for business cards for sole proprietors (but possibly only Ink cards)
As if 5/24 wasn’t bad enough, it sounds like Chase might now have an even more strict 3/24 rule for sole proprietors applying for business cards. As a reminder, this is what Chase’s 5/24 rule is all about: That explanation gives a good sense as to what this purported new...
Miles To Memories
Bilt Adds Amtrak Guest Rewards as New Transfer Partner
Starting September 23, Bilt members can transfer Bilt Points to Amtrak Guest Rewards at a 2:1 ratio, with transfers expected to process nearly instantly.
Traveling For Miles
How to move Chase credit lines in the app and on desktop (a step-by-step guide)
If you have multiple Chase credit cards it's likely that they come with varying credit limits, and you may find that the credit limits don't really suit your spending habits. A credit card that you use all the time, for example, may have a lower limit than is actually practical...
View from the Wing
Lufthansa Passenger Was Promised A Payment, Didn’t Get It—Airline Says Its Answer Won’t “Magically Change”
Lufthansa told a passenger chasing what he says is an approved payment that its answer wasn’t going to “magically change” just because he asked on Twitter. The airline may be right about the claim. But its reply gave people a new reason to hate on Lufthansa. Some airlines still don't...
Live and Let’s Fly
8.5 Hours In SAS A330 Business Class From Copenhagen To Newark
With all the SAS EuroBonus points I have, I’ve flown SAS a lot over the past couple years: it has become my go-to option for transatlantic travel, especially when traveling with my family. So when I picked up the kids from their summer holiday in Europe, I was happy to...
One Mile at a Time
Citi American AAdvantage Business Card Review: 65K Bonus Miles & Waived Fee
A look at the Citi AAdvantage Business Card's 65,000-mile welcome bonus, waived first-year fee, elite status perks, and whether it's worth applying for.
Points With a Crew
Should You Buy Hyatt Points With a 20% Discount?
Hyatt is offering a discount if you buy points during the current promotion. But there are only a few times that it makes sense to purchase Hyatt points, like ....
Travel Codex
I’m Sailing Swan Hellenic Right Now & You can Save 5-10% On Your Next Booking
If you’ve been considering a Swan Hellenic expedition cruise, this may be one of those rare instances where my being on a ship can actually save you money.  I’m currently sailing with Swan Hellenic, and while I’m onboard I have access to Swan Hellenic’s Book On Board offer, providing an...
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Dad Blames Solo Travelers When It’d Cost Him $600 To Sit With His 6-Year-Old On Southwest
A Southwest passenger complained about what it would cost to get his family seated together. His frustration was understandable, but his complaint about solo travelers didn’t go over quite as…
Live from a Lounge
Lufthansa’s social media team member loses it with a customer in full public view
On a bad day, one social media customer service executive lost it on a customer.
Miles To Memories
Don’t Be Scared to Visit These Famous Horror Movie Locations
This fall, consider visiting a few horror movie locations during your travels. They might be closer than you think.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Passenger Says Seatmate Texted About Her “Fat Rolls”—Then Stepped On His Chex Mix
An American Airlines passenger says she saw the man next to her texting about her “clammy fat rolls.” She switched seats with her companion, confronted the man, and says flight attendants gave her free alcohol. Then she posted an update: she’d stepped on his Chex Mix.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
The best hotel bonus points promotions – September 2026
Here is your monthly update of all the major hotel bonus points promotions that are available. One of the easiest ways to rack up lots of hotel points is to take advantage of these global/systemwide/regional bonuses that come from many of the big chain programs and also from the lesser...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Sun Country Sued Over ‘Racist’ Flight Attendant After Airline Sold Empty Seats That Group Thought Belonged to Them
Minnesota-based ultra-low-cost airline Sun Country is being sued by a group of girls’ football team players and parents over whether the term “you people” is a racial slur after a now-viral incident aboard one of the carrier’s planes on August 3. The incident unfolded as the group of 19 players...
Frequent Miler
Iberia award sale: Save up to 20% when booking with Avios (book by 9/23)
Iberia is running a flash award sale, with discounts of up to 20% being available when booking with Avios. You’ll have to be quick though as reservations have to be made by today (September 23) and I wouldn’t be surprised if it ends before midnight. The Deal Save 10%-20% Avios...
Miles To Memories
American Is Finally Fixing Rolling Delays, 25 Best Hotel Restaurants In The World & Best Europe Destinations For Fall
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
Traveling For Miles
Qantas will fly Sydney to New York JFK non-stop from mid-2028 (tickets on sale August 2027)
We already knew that Qantas would launch its first "Project Sunrise" flights between Sydney and London in the second half of next year and now we're told that the second Project Sunrise flight between Sydney and New York is expected to launch in 2028 with tickets expected to go on...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa’s Social Media Team Grows Tired of Disgruntled Passenger and Publicly Shames Them On Elon Musk’s X
The social media team of the German flag carrier Lufthansa was not taking any prisoners as it publicly shamed a disgruntled passenger on X in a battle over a refund request gone wrong. Having been seemingly inundated with messages from the same passenger, one of Lufthansa’s customer service agents snapped...