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$900 bonus with a new Chase checking and savings account
Chase has extended its excellent bonus for opening a new checking and savings account. Until 1/27/27, you can earn $900 when you open a new Chase Total Checking Account and a new Chase Savings Account. To get the bonus, you have to set up direct deposit to your checking account,...
The Bulkhead Seat
SWISS Begins Rolling Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi
SWISS has begun introducing Starlink internet across its fleet and is promising faster and…
Trending
Your Mileage May Vary
IHG Just Scrambled My Credit Card Strategy
My IHG credit card strategy just got scrambled, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. I was already planning to cancel one of our IHG Premier cards. Now Chase and…
Your Mileage May Vary
The Airport Lounge Rule That Most People Don’t Know About
Most airport lounge rules are pretty obvious. Keep the noise down, don’t take over four seats and behave like a civilized human. But there’s another rule that surprises even frequent…
Frequent Miler
Sapphire Reserve® Exclusive Tables adds 40 restaurants, and removes 12
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® card includes twice-annual $150 credits for restaurant spending at Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables. These are a curated selection of high-end restaurants available through a special version of OpenTable. You do NOT need to make a reservation or pay through Chase or OpenTable in order to earn...
View from the Wing
Point.me’s New Tool Finds Award Flights, Transfers Your Points And Books For You [Roundup]
Point.me is offering banks a service that finds award flights, creates loyalty accounts, transfers points and completes bookings for their customers. Also: Seattle–Europe business class for 45,000 Flying Blue miles, a 25% Amex transfer bonus, and an airport parking honor system where nearly 40% don’t pay.
Your Mileage May Vary
Hotel Parking Fees Are Getting Ridiculous. Here’s How To Avoid Them
Overnight parking can add a surprisingly large amount to the cost of a hotel stay. Fortunately, there are several ways to avoid or reduce the charge, if you plan ahead.…
Live and Let’s Fly
Frontier Passenger Says Man Boarded With Fake Boarding Pass, Forced Everyone Off Plane By Refusing To Leave
A Frontier Airlines passenger says everyone aboard her flight had to get off because a man with a fake boarding pass refused to leave. Police eventually escorted him off, but there is an obvious question here: how did he get onto the aircraft in the first place? Frontier Flight Deplaned...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Travel Is NOT Free: Why Loyalty Is Not Worth The Effort
Articles and videos which are filled with credit card advertisements, sponsored content, influencer rhetoric, and affiliate links to convince you that travel is “free” have constantly been churned out over the years — even though travel is NOT free and loyalty is generally not worth the effort. One of the...
Frequent Miler
Qantas A380 First Class (Sydney to Dallas): Bottom Line Review
After a wild week of fast-paced, high-energy travel (on very limited sleep), Greg and I flew back to the United States from the land Down Under in comfort and style, traveling first class aboard the Qantas A380. While Qantas First doesn’t enjoy quite the same reverential reputation as the opulent first...
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada Premium Economy Review: Toronto to Vienna on the Boeing 787-8
Air Canada Premium Economy Review On my flight to Vienna for Eurovision, I booked a direct outbound flight in Air…
View from the Wing
Chase’s New $350 IHG Card Offers 200,000 Points—Plus $400 In Flight Credits Before Your First Renewal
Chase’s new $350 IHG credit card can return $400 in flight credits before your first renewal, on top of a 200,000-point initial bonus. It also gives you enough elite nights to choose a confirmable suite upgrade without first earning those nights through hotel stays.
Miles To Memories
What About KLM? Assessing Flying Blue Platinum Award Availability
In addition to Air France, Flying Blue Platinum elites supposedly get additional KLM award availability. But how does it actually look?
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupos silenciosos do PPV: do alerta à próxima viagem
Uma promoção de transferência, uma oportunidade de passagem ou uma oferta de cashback pode ajudar nos seus planos. Nos grupos silenciosos do PPV, você recebe informações para acompanhar essas oportunidades e decidir quais merecem sua atenção. Grupos Silenciosos do PPV Quem acumula pontos e milhas costuma ter um objetivo: visitar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
O método para receber pagamentos dos EUA e da Europa sem perder dinheiro em taxas bancárias
Aprender como receber dinheiro do exterior com eficiência virou uma prioridade para freelancers, programadores e prestadores de serviços remotos que atendem empresas fora do país. Ao utilizar a conta global ARQ, o profissional obtém dados bancários locais nos Estados Unidos e na Europa para receber em dólar sem taxa Swift,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Conheça os principais museus e exposições de carros no Brasil
Você que é amante de carros com certeza já parou o que estava fazendo durante uma viagem só para admirar um modelo clássico, esportivo ou de design futurista. Para quem tem esse fascínio por carros, separamos museus que não podem ficar de fora do roteiro pelo Brasil ou pelo mundo....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Accor libera reservas para o novo hotel Sofitel no Rio de Janeiro
A Accor iniciou as reservas online para o Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema, novo hotel cinco estrelas da rede no Brasil. A inauguração está prevista para o final de 2026, com as primeiras hospedagens disponíveis a partir de 1º de dezembro. O empreendimento será o primeiro flagship da marca Sofitel...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
GOL lança voos diretos entre Rio de Janeiro e Salta
A GOL Linhas Aéreas lançou voos diretos entre Rio de Janeiro e Salta, na Argentina. A operação foi anunciada pela companhia em maio, mas o lançamento oficial aconteceu durante a FIT 2026. A operação terá início em 17 de dezembro, com duas frequências semanais entre o Galeão e o destino...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Dia de eleição! Semana do Milheiro – 28 de setembro a 04 de outubro
Domingou com você ouvindo alto-falantes de propagandas ilegais de políticos e brigas de vizinhos tentando forçar a própria opinião em quem votar, não é? Mas não se preocupe, a Semana do Milheiro está aqui para te lembrar que você também pode passar raiva mesmo quando está planejando sua próxima viagem....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Resgate passagens internacionais a partir de 16.143 pontos + taxas
Está pensando para onde viajar nos próximos meses? Na edição do alerta de passagens PPV deste domingo, reunimos 12 sugestões de passagens internacionais para viajar gastando a partir de apenas 16.143 pontos + taxas. Confira os detalhes a seguir. Passagens internacionais Nessa tabela, mesclamos algumas emissões dos três programas de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira diárias a partir de R$ 162 em hotéis ibis pelo Brasil
Encontrar uma hospedagem que combine praticidade, conforto e um bom preço pode fazer toda a diferença na hora de planejar uma viagem. Pensando nisso, reunimos uma seleção de hotéis ibis com diárias a partir de R$ 138. Confira as opções disponíveis Hotéis ibis pelo Brasil Estes são alguns dos hotéis...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade oferece até 20% de desconto em passagens com pontos + reais
Precisando emitir uma passagem, mas o saldo de pontos está baixo? O Azul Fidelidade está com uma promoção, em que oferece aos seus clientes até 20% de desconto no resgate de passagens nacionais usando pontos + reais, conforme o nível no programa. A seguir, veja os detalhes desta oferta que acaba...
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2026年10月期間限定クレジットカードオファー
紹介リンク募集記事はコミュニティでしています。ぜひコミュニティに参加ください Amex Blue Business Plus 年会費：無料 普段のボーナス：なし 期間限定ボーナス：15,000 ポイント ミニマムスぺンド：最初の3か月で3,000ドル 陸の一言： 年会費無料でAmexポイントのMRポイントを貯めることができ、さらに提携エアラインにトランスファーもできます！ そして買い物全てのカテゴリーで２％貯まるという何とも優秀なクレジットカード。私の財布にはいつもこのクレジットカードが入っています。ビジネスクレジットカードですが誰でも実に簡単に作れます！ 年会費無料で2％貯まりトランスファーできるクレジットカードはこれだけなのでMRポイントを貯める人なら絶対持っているべきクレジットカードです。 普段の買い物でお得なAmexクレジットカードの組み合わせでもBusiness Blue Plusは必須アイテムです！ AmexクレジットカードとRakutenポータルを併用するとかなりMRポイントが貯まります！MRポイント貯めている人は必ず登録しましょう！ Blue Business Plusの魅力↓ 年会費無料 MRポイントが貯まる 2％貯まる MRポイントを提携エアラインにトランスファーできる 5/24にカウントされない Amex Blue Business Plusレビュー Amex Blue Business Plus紹介リンク（ブログ読者さん）       Hilton Aspire  年会費：550ドル 普段のボーナス：150,000ポイント 期間限定ボーナス：200,000ポイント ミニマムスぺンド：6か月で6,000ドル 陸の一言： ボーナスが175k→200kに上がっています。Aspireは作れば自動的に無料宿泊券1枚もらえます。そこにこの200ｋはお得です！ 日本に帰国した人、日本でHiltonに泊まる人にとってはより使いやすい💳になりました。なのでHiltonポイント、Aspire作るのは日本で使うのが目的！という人は迷わず作りましょう。 ずっとキープする価値のある数少ない年会費高額のクレジットカードです。本帰国する人達が持っている💳の中にこのAspireが含まれているケースが多いです。理由は確実に年会費以上回収できるからです。 Hilton Aspireの魅力↓ 入会ボーナス👍...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bate-papo PPV: seu grupo gratuito para tirar dúvidas e trocar dicas
Procurando um grupo gratuito sobre pontos e milhas? Entre agora para o bate-papo do Pontos Pra Voar, um grupo 100% gratuito criado para quem gosta de viajar, acumular milhas e aproveitar melhor os programas de fidelidade. Nela, você pode tirar dúvidas, trocar dicas e conversar com outros apaixonados por viagens....
Germany
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Jetzt doppelte World of Hyatt Punkte bei neuen Hotels
Die Promo für neue Hotels wurde verändert … Seit Ewigkeiten hat World of Hyatt eine Promo für neue…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
As melhores companhias aéreas do mundo em 2026
Quem são as melhores companhias aéreas do mundo em 2026? A resposta acaba de ser divulgada pela Skytrax, responsável pelo tradicional World Airline Awards, premiação frequentemente chamada de “Oscar da aviação”. E, mais uma vez, a grande vencedora veio da Ásia: a Singapore Airlines foi eleita a Melhor Companhia Aérea...
Germany
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Erhöhte Miles and More Meilengutschrift bei Weiterleitung zu Marriott Bonvoy
Mit Weiterleitung von Miles and More zu Marriott Bonvoy mehr Meilen sammeln … Wer sich von Miles and…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogou! Nomad oferece até 100 dólares ou euros de cashback na 1ª conversão
Perdeu o prazo? A Nomad decidiu estender a sua oferta especial para novos clientes, oferecendo 5% de cashback na primeira conversão e possibilidade de receber até 100 dólares ou euros. Para aproveitar essa promoção, é necessário realizar o cadastro com o cupom PPV26 e a primeira conversão de pelo menos R$...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Parques aquáticos perto de São Paulo para curtir o mês das crianças
 Confira nossa sugestão de parques aquáticos no interior de São Paulo com piscinas, toboáguas e atrações para diferentes idades para curtir com a família no mês das crianças. Parques Aquáticos em São Paulo para o mês das crianças Outubro chegou, o calor está dando as caras e ainda dá tempo...
Germany
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Brussels Miles and More Meilenschnäppchen Oktober 2026
Die Brussels Meilenschnäppchen sind da … Brussels macht wie im September mit einem Ziel der Business Langstrecke bei…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Resgate trechos pelo Brasil a partir de 2.400 pontos + taxas
A edição do alerta de passagens PPV deste sábado chegou! Para ajudar no planejamento da sua próxima viagem, nossa equipe reuniu 15 opções de trechos pelo Brasil para você resgatar, gastando a partir de 2.400 pontos + taxas. Abaixo, veja as disponibilidades e aproveite. Passagens pelo Brasil com milhas Na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Europa terá ligação direta de trem entre Alemanha e Itália
Frecciarossa fará ligações sem troca de trem entre Munique, na Alemanha, e Milão e Roma, na Itália, em projeto que prevê novas extensões e outras rotas internacionais para 2027. Novas conexões de trem entre Alemanha e Itália A malha ferroviária europeia ganhará novas conexões diretas entre Alemanha e Itália a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Os queridinhos de setembro: confira os produtos mais vendidos dos nossos grupos
Bom sábado, leitores! Que tal conferir quais foram os produtos mais vendidos da Amazon e Mercado Livre em setembro? Reunimos uma seleção com os itens que mais se destacaram entre os participantes dos nossos grupos. Veja os destaques do mês e descubra quais produtos chamaram mais atenção. Produtos mais vendidos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Feriado de 12 de outubro de 2026: para onde os brasileiros querem viajar
São Paulo lidera as buscas por voos entre os destinos para o feriado de 12 de outubro de 2026, enquanto Lisboa aparece como destaque internacional. Levantamentos de KAYAK, Omio e Decolar também apontam interesse por praias do Nordeste, escapadas de ônibus e hospedagens em cidades com atrações para famílias. Feriado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista: confira diárias a partir de R$ 166
Se você está planejando uma viagem para São Paulo, escolher uma hospedagem bem localizada pode fazer toda a diferença. Reunimos hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista com diárias a partir de R$ 166. Veja as opções disponíveis e encontre uma hospedagem que combine com seus planos. Hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite passagens no Flying Blue a partir de 6.000 milhas
O Flying Blue lançou uma nova promoção com oportunidades para quem deseja viajar pelo mundo utilizando milhas. São emissões pela Europa a partir de 6.000 milhas e voos intercontinentais a partir de 18.750 milhas. Confira os destinos participantes e aproveite para planejar sua próxima viagem internacional. Promoção Flying Blue O...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Cartão Azul Itaú celebra 12 anos com até 120 mil pontos bônus e prorrogação da oferta de pontos turbinados
O Azul Fidelidade e o Itaú estão com um duplo benefício ativo para quem deseja emitir uma nova via do cartão co-branded. A campanha de aniversário de 12 anos, oferecendo até 120 mil pontos bônus mediante metas de gastos, segue válida e agora ganha um reforço: a prorrogação do período...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Historic Cedar Hill Cemetery in Vicksburg
Historic Cedar Hill Cemetery in Vicksburg in Mississippi is one of the oldest and largest cemeteries in the United States that is still in use today. In addition to the notable interment of a Confederate camel named Old Douglas, artists, politicians, authors, soldiers, and ministers are also among the people who...
Frequent Miler
My valuable trade-off (Greg’s Wild Card Journal)
I’m now comfortably back home after a terrific Wild Card trip to Panama, Colombia, and Melbourne. I loved my trip, but there’s no question that Nick and Tim’s trips were more impressive. Congratulations to both for showing us all how it should be done. That said, I want to shine...

Reviews

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View from the Wing
American Airlines Is Trying Harder In Coach—Better Snacks, Confused Passengers, And An Awkward New Service
American’s new coach snacks are a welcome improvement. On my flight, though, three choices left passengers hesitating, while the new service instructions call for placing drinks on window seat trays flight attendants can’t reach from the aisle.
Your Mileage May Vary
How Airlines Decide Who Gets Bumped From An Oversold Flight
When too many passengers show up for an oversold flight, airlines first look for volunteers. If that doesn’t work, several factors may help determine who gets left behind. Years ago,…
View from the Wing
United Raises Credit Card Bonuses To 100,000 Miles—Cardholders Earn More On Flights And Pay Less For Awards
United and Chase have raised initial bonuses on all four personal credit cards, with offers now reaching 100,000 miles. That's worth considering because United has made its credit card much harder to skip: eligible primary cardholders earn more miles for flying, then pay fewer miles to book United awards. Even...
The Bulkhead Seat
Woman Who Refused to Give Up Her Window Seat to a Child Is Now Suing
A Brazilian airline passenger who became an unexpected social media sensation after refusing to…
Frequent Miler
Earn bonus miles when spending on Chase Marriott credit cards (targeted)
Chase is rolling out a fresh round of targeted spending offers for Marriott cardholders that could add up to 2 bonus points everywhere. The Deal Chase Marriott cardholders are being targeted for spending offers including: Spend $500 in calendar month and get 1,000 bonus points, up to a total of...
Frequent Miler
Wyndham Amex Offer: Spend $100 & get $20 back (enrollment required)
A new Wyndham Amex Offer has popped up that has the potential to save you up to 20% on your next stay at a participating property in the US or Canada. The Deal Spend $100+ on room rate & room charges in one or more purchases at participating Wyndham “value”...
Live and Let’s Fly
Rant: American, United, Delta Highlight Internet Importance
Delta Air Lines’ highly controversial decision regarding inflight internet has become a hot topic with United and American. But the importance of connectivity is accelerating. Bastian Strikes A Chord A few months ago, as Starlink was signing some of its (now) 48 airline partners up for fast wifi – almost...
Miles To Memories
Up To 40% Off Amazon With Citi ThankYou Points! (Check If Targeted)
The Amazon Citi ThankYou Point Promotion has returned and it can save you up to 40% off your next purchase, and will only cost a few points.
PointsMath
Deal: Buy Marriott Bonvoy Points with a 55% Bonus [0.81¢/Point]
Marriott is the world’s largest hotel chain. You will find a Marriott hotel in most places, giving you several opportunities to make the most of your Marriott points. You can earn Marriott Bonvoy points in many ways. However, buying Marriott Bonvoy Points can also be a great way to load up...
Points With a Crew
What Should You Do If a Plane Passenger Puts a Suitcase in Your Overhead Bin? Here’s What Flight Attendants Say
The airplane boarding process can be complicated, and much of the tension regards the overhead bins. If you get to your seat and the bin above your seat is taken, what should you ...
Your Mileage May Vary
Which Airline Loyalty Program Should You Learn in Each Alliance?
If you’re getting started with points and miles, the number of airline loyalty programs can feel overwhelming. Even after you understand the three major alliances- oneworld, Star Alliance and SkyTeam…
View from the Wing
Exclusive: American Airlines Will No Longer Bump Passengers—Volunteers Can Get The Next Flight Even If It’s Full
An internal American Airlines memo tells airport staff to keep the aircraft door open until enough passengers volunteer, take a delay if necessary, and let local managers approve higher compensation. Volunteers can even be confirmed on the next sold-out departure.
Frequent Miler
15% transfer bonus from Marriott Bonvoy to Air Canada Aeroplan
Through October 31, 2026, you’ll get a 15% bonus when converting Marriott points to Aeroplan. Points usually convert at a 3: 1 ratio, or 60,000 to 25,000 (20,000 + 5K bonus). With this bonus, the transfer ratio will be 3:1.15, or 60,000 to 28,000. The Deal From October 1 to...
Miles To Memories
Why We’re Done with the Citi Strata Elite, and What’s Next
We figured a Citi Strate Elite downgrade was inevitable. In this article, I cover our top options and what we plan to select.
Live and Let’s Fly
Las Vegas Is Cheaper Now, But Fewer People Are Coming
Las Vegas hotel rates hit their lowest of 2026 and August still lost 4.3% of visitors. Blame the calendar if you like, but the airport numbers say it is bigger.
One Mile at a Time
Three Police Officers, One Jet Bridge: Algiers Airport’s Document Check Overkill
Connecting through Algiers Airport on Air Algerie, I was stopped and had my passport checked by three separate police officers on the same jet bridge.
One Mile at a Time
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Review: Easily Worth The $150 Annual Fee
A detailed look at the $150 IHG One Rewards Premier Card, covering its 180K-point bonus, free night award, elite status, and credits.
Miles To Memories
Chase’s Second Chance Applications, The Best Lounge Database Out There & Sheraton Is Reinventing Itself
In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.
View from the Wing
Alaska Airlines Adds 20% Back On Kids’ Award Flights—Plus Elite Status Credit For Bilt Transfers
Alaska Airlines will now return 20% of the points you spend on award tickets for children 12 and under, including eligible partner airline awards. It’s also offering elite status credit when you transfer Bilt or Marriott points into Atmos Rewards, with no limit on how much status credit you can...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
No Special Event in Manitoba. Sunday Morning Photograph.
Despite the three signs stating otherwise, no special event in Manitoba was occurring when we visited the Longitudinal Centre of Canada, which is located approximately 18 miles or 29 kilometers southeast of the city of Winnipeg and seemingly in the middle of nowhere... ...but I supposed that...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Airlines Doesn’t Want Flight Attendants to Use Travel Benefits When They’re Sick: But Their Contract Allows Them to do Just That
United Airlines has told its nearly 30,000-strong workforce of flight attendants that it doesn’t want them using their non-rev travel benefits when they are off sick, with the airline telling them bluntly in a recently issued internal memo: “If you are too sick to work, you are too sick for...
Frequent Miler
Marriott Homes & Villas Amex Offer: Spend $1K and get $350 back
A new Marriott Homes & Villas Amex Offer is out, giving you $350 back when you spend $1,000 or more on one or more reservations. The Deal Spend $1,000+ in one or more transactions with Marriott Homes & Villas and get $350 back with an Amex Offer. Expires 12/31/26 Key...
View from the Wing
United Passenger Turns An Empty Exit Row Into His Own Sports Bar—5 Games At Once With Starlink [Roundup]
Three seatback screens, two laptops, five games: a United passenger puts Starlink to work in an empty exit row. Also: British Airways closes its Philadelphia lounge as Amex expands, and Rakuten extends an offer that can return $50 on a $50 purchase.
TravelUpdate
100,000 Points + 1 Free Night: Marriott Bonvoy Business Card Review
With this limited time offer on the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Business Card, you'll earn 100,000 points and 1 free night.