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CREDIT CARDS: Surcharge ban could cost you airline loyalty points
Australia’s hated credit-card surcharge is heading for departure. Unfortunately, some frequent-flyer points and travel benefits may be boarding the same flight. In reality, working with credit cards to amass frequent flyer points is unlikely to be as profitable from later this year as it was previously. That’s the reality we...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Child-Free Zones Aboard Airplanes? Child-Free Flights? Plus, 13 Helpful Tips on Traveling With Children.
I thought about this topic as we recently sat as a passenger aboard an airplane outside of the United States and were subject to the screaming and crying of a child during the entire flight — until we realized that the child may have been autistic. For many years, frequent fliers have...
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Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Has A Secret Elite Status Above Global Services
Most frequent flyers know that Global Services sits atop the United Airlines elite status pyramid, an invitation-only tier reserved for the carrier’s most valuable customers. But there is actually another level above it, so exclusive that even many seasoned United flyers have never heard of it: Chairman’s Circle. What Is...
Frequent Miler
Elite status via the Air France KLM credit card
I’m intrigued by the possibility of earning Air France KLM Flying Blue Platinum elite status. Two features of Platinum status are particularly compelling to me: 1) better access to lowest-level awards (such as 60K for business class between the U.S. and Europe); and 2) the ability to change and cancel...
Your Mileage May Vary
I Didn’t Know Delta Had A Page For Targeted Offers
I received an interesting email from Delta offering me up to $150 in eCredits for flying in Delta Comfort. The offer itself caught my attention. But when I clicked through,…
View from the Wing
American Airlines Announced A Major Management Shakeup — But The Real Changes Are Hidden In The Fine Print
American Airlines is pitching a management shakeup as a response to its performance gap with competitors, but most of the changes are retirements, one executive leaving for Apple, and reporting-line cleanup. The important moves are subtler: Nat Pieper and Heather Garboden gain more control over the customer and commercial experience,...
The Bulkhead Seat
Flight Review: Delta Airbus A330-900neo Delta One® – ATL-FCO
We’re in Italy again this week and will be spending time in Calabria and…
Your Mileage May Vary
She Paid For The Window Seat. The Guy Next To Her Apparently Didn’t Care.
If you’re a fan of the window seat, you’ve probably “been there.” You’re all settled and you’re on your way to your destination. Maybe you’re looking out the window here…
View from the Wing
Leak: Delta Air Lines Will Announce Austin–Paris Nonstop On Thursday
Delta is expected to announce Austin–Paris nonstop service for summer 2027, along with new Austin–San Diego flying, marking a major step in its Austin build-up. The Paris route fits Delta’s larger strategy to grow in a lucrative Amex card market.
One Mile at a Time
Aman Breaks Silence On “Deceptively Edited” Ryan Walker Amanvari Video
Last week, luxury hotel group Aman’s newest property, Amanvari, made global headlines, and not in a good way. A YouTuber claimed that the hotel canceled his reservation at the last minute and then called the police on him. The backlash to this was massive, yet the hotel remained silent.
Live and Let’s Fly
Editorial: US Airports Are Far Superior To European
US Airports suffer a poor reputation but comparatively to their European counterparts, they are a shining beacon to the world.  Matthew Klint, the principal writer of this site, and I were having a debate via text message about the complete absurdity of Frankfurt Main Airport – he was defending the...
View from the Wing
American Airlines AI Keeps Removing Passengers From Flights — They Run To The Gate But Their Seats Are Gone
American Airlines’ automated rebooking system keeps removing passengers from flights when it predicts they will miss a connection, even when they still make it to the gate in time. The result is that seats get released to someone else, passengers are turned away from flights they could have boarded, and...
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Americans Ask Italian Man What His Favorite Pizza. His Response Is Hilarious: ‘He Knows Ball’
His answer is somewhat shocking—but understandable to fans of the brand.
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Fly with Moxie
The Centurion Lounge Review – Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
안녕하세요, Moxie입니다.  지난주에 한국으로 오는중에 일본에서 레이오버를 하면서 왔습니다.  지난번 리뷰에서는 하네다까지 가는 JAL 일등석 탑승기를 보셨고요. 요코하마에서 즐거운 시간을 보내고서 하네다에서 김포까지는 대한항공 이코노미석으로 이동하기로 했어요.  대한항공 이코노미석은 체이스트레블에서 조금 비싸게 발권했는데요.(이거 하려고 하얏포인트를 대한항공으로 보내는 이상한(!)짓도 해봤습니다) 일본에서 대한항공 이코노미석을 타다가 보니까, 탑승전에...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Cómo leer un mapa de asientos: qué significa 3-3-3, 2-4-2 y 1-2-1
Aprende a leer un mapa de asientos y a interpretar configuraciones como 3-3-3, 2-4-2 o 1-2-1. Te explico qué asientos tienen acceso directo al pasillo, por qué los mapas se contradicen y cómo comprobar qué avión te toca.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 14 de agosto de 2026
A edição do Radar PPV desta sexta-feira está no ar! 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. Promoções de acúmulo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Promoções PPV: cupons, cashback e ofertas direto no celular
Encontrar boas promoções pode consumir bastante tempo, mas você pode receber as principais oportunidades diretamente no celular. No grupo de promoções do PPV, reunimos cupons, cashback, descontos e oportunidades para acumular milhas em um só lugar. O acesso custa o equivalente a R$ 19,62 por mês no plano anual à...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos nacionais a partir de 4.580 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas
As oportunidades para viajar gastando menos milhas continuam aparecendo. Nesta seleção, reunimos passagens nacionais a partir de 4.580 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas, com opções para diferentes destinos pelo Brasil. Confira os trechos disponíveis e aproveite enquanto houver disponibilidade. Passagens nacionais no LATAM Pass Para garantir as suas passagens nacionais no...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Etihad estreia voo direto entre Abu Dhabi e Gotemburgo em dezembro
A Etihad Airways vai inaugurar uma nova rota sazonal entre Abu Dhabi e Gotemburgo, na Suécia, a partir de 17 de dezembro de 2026. Serão quatro voos por semana até 21 de março de 2027, criando a primeira ligação aérea direta de Gotemburgo com o Oriente Médio. Nova porta de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
15 sugestões do que fazer com até 89 mil milhas Smiles
Aproveitou a promoção para garantir sua Smart TV e acumular até 89 mil milhas na promoção do Shopping Smiles com a Casas Bahia? Neste artigo, trouxemos algumas sugestões de passagens nacionais e internacionais para você emitir gastando até 89 mil milhas + taxas. A seguir, confira os trechos disponíveis e comece...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abra sua conta na Revolut, ganhe 3.000 pontos bônus e faça câmbio sem IOF e sem spread
Segue valendo! Em parceria com o Pontos Pra Voar, a Revolut está oferecendo 3.000 RevPoints para quem gastar apenas R$ 150 no cartão. A oferta é válida por tempo limitado e exige cadastro pelo link promocional do PPV. Como garantir os 3.000 RevPoints Basta abrir sua conta na Revolut pelo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! Smiles oferece até 80% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Itaú + 10% OFF em voos
Você ainda tem uma chance de turbinar o saldo na Smiles e ainda garantir desconto na próxima viagem. A campanha da Smiles com o Itaú, oferecendo até 80% de bônus na transferência de pontos, se encerra hoje, 14 de agosto. Além da bonificação, os participantes podem receber um voucher de até...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Delta terá voo direto entre Austin e Paris com Airbus A330neo
A Delta Air Lines vai ligar Austin, no Texas, a Paris pela primeira vez. A nova rota será inaugurada em 27 de março de 2027, com voos diários e sazonais entre o Aeroporto Internacional de Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) e Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG). Paris abre caminho para quase 70 destinos O...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos nacionais a partir de 3.900 pontos + taxas no Azul Fidelidade
Planejando sua próxima viagem? Na edição do alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, você confere alguns trechos nacionais no Azul Fidelidade, com passagens a partir de apenas 3.900 pontos + taxas. A seguir, veja as disponibilidades e garanta sua passagem! Passagens com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a seguir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
GOL Smiles BB reduz requisitos para isenção de anuidade
A Smiles e o Banco do Brasil lançaram uma nova campanha para quem está pensando em solicitar um cartão GOL Smiles BB Visa Infinite ou Platinum. A promoção permite ficar até 12 meses sem pagar anuidade, desde que o cliente cumpra a meta de gastos estabelecida para cada cartão. A...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compre uma Smart TV no Shopping Smiles e ganhe até 89 mil milhas
De olho em uma nova Smart TV? Neste artigo, trouxemos alguns modelos participantes da oferta no Shopping Smiles em parceria com a Casas Bahia, em que você pode acumular até 89 mil milhas Smiles. Vamos aos detalhes! Compre uma Smart TV e ganhe até 89 mil milhas Smiles O Shopping...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
BoA avalia jatos da Embraer para renovar frota e recuperar capacidade operacional
A Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) está avaliando com a Embraer alternativas para renovar parte de sua frota, em um momento em que a companhia estatal enfrenta dificuldades para manter seus aviões em operação. Representantes das duas empresas se reuniram na Bolívia para discutir possibilidades nos campos operacional, financeiro e comercial....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
17 anos do Azul Fidelidade! Até 25% de desconto em passagens nacionais com pontos
Seguindo com as ofertas em comemoração aos 17 anos, o Azul Fidelidade está oferecendo aos clientes dos cartões Azul a possibilidade de garantir até 25% de desconto nas emissões nacionais com pontos. Abaixo, veja os detalhes desta promoção válida durante o final de semana. Azul Fidelidade com até 25% OFF em...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM volta a usar Boeing 787-9 na rota entre São Paulo e Bogotá
A LATAM voltará a operar aeronaves de fuselagem larga entre São Paulo (Guarulhos) e Bogotá, na Colômbia: a partir de 25 de outubro de 2026, um dos voos diários da companhia na rota será realizado com um Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, que também contará com uma terceira frequência diária entre os...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe até 18 pontos Livelo por real em diversas lojas parceiras
As ofertas da Livelo continuam! Desta vez, a Livelo lançou uma nova rodada de promoções em lojas parceiras, permitindo acumular até 18 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Se você já estava planejando aproveitar o final de semana para fazer algumas compras, esta pode ser uma boa oportunidade para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul é a companhia aérea mais pontual da América Latina em julho
A Azul terminou julho como a companhia aérea mais pontual da América Latina, com 87,7% dos voos chegando dentro do horário previsto, segundo levantamento da Cirium, empresa especializada em dados e análise do setor de aviação. No Brasil, a companhia também ficou na primeira colocação pelo segundo mês consecutivo. O...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu: cupons imperdíveis nessa sexta-feira
O Mercado Livre disparou vários cupons nesta manhã, e nossa equipe sempre está de olho nas principais oportunidades e reuniu cupons do Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu que continuam ativos também. Confira as regras e aproveite as ofertas enquanto houver disponibilidade. Cupons do Mercado Livre Confira os cupons ativos no Mercado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira promoções na Esfera e Livelo que terminam hoje
Nesta sexta-feira, dia 14 de agosto, duas promoções chegam ao fim: Livelo e ConnectMiles com até 40% de bônus na transferência e até 60 mil pontos no upgrade do Clube Esfera. A seguir, você confere o resuminho das duas ofertas. Upgrade do Clube Esfera Esta promoção de upgrade do Clube...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira hotéis ibis Styles com piscina pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 180
Quem gosta de viajar com conforto sem abrir mão da economia pode aproveitar esta ótima seleção de hotéis ibis Styles com piscina. Encontramos opções em diferentes cidades brasileiras, com diárias a partir de R$ 180, ideais para aproveitar momentos de lazer durante a viagem. Confira os detalhes. Hotéis ibis Styles...
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American Express erweitert Fine Hotels + Resorts und The Hotel Collection um mehr als 350 Hotels
  American Express erweitert Fine Hotels + Resorts und The Hotel Collection um mehr als 350 Hotels Anlässlich…
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Vuelos de Barcelona a Hanói desde 413 € ida y vuelta (con maleta incluida)
Barcelona–Hanói desde 413 € ida y vuelta, impuestos y maleta de 23 kg incluidos, con China Eastern y Air China. Hay combinaciones entre septiembre y octubre, aunque las escalas son largas: unas 33 horas por trayecto. Te cuento si compensa y qué mirar antes de reservar.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV: passagens nacionais 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...
Frequent Miler
Sheraton Kauai Resort: Bottom Line Review
My wife and I have spent a fair amount of time traipsing around the Hawaiian Islands over the past 20+ years, since most of her family lives there. During a trip at the end of 2025, we had a couple of days to fill in on Kauai, and two Marriott...
Frequent Miler
US Bank’s Mysterious Transferable Points | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep371 | 8-14-26
On today’s episode, we’ll share a reminder to check your credit card travel portal if you’re renting a car. Nick will share tips about renewing passports, and we’ll see how the Altitude Reserve has added 4 – no, 2 transfer partners. US Bank’s Mysterious Transferable Points Watch the full episode...

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The Bulkhead Seat
Uber Decreases Uber One Rewards Rate
Uber is making changes to its Uber One membership program. This includes a 1%…
Your Mileage May Vary
A New Costco Deal For Wyndham Rewards Cardholders
Sharon received an interesting offer for her Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card. If you’re thinking about joining Costco, Wyndham and Costco are offering a combination of a Costco Shop Card…
The Bulkhead Seat
Lufthansa Group Simplifies First Class Lounge Guest Access Across Its Airlines
Lufthansa Group just introduced a consistent set of lounge access rules for First Class…
Frequent Miler
Singapore Airlines: Premium Economy between US and Asia starting at 55K
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer has released its latest list of “Spontaneous Escapes,” discounted award redemptions valid only for travel in the following calendar month. Several routes are available to/from North America this month, including several premium economy options both to and from Asia that we haven’t seen in some time. However,...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Plans Premium Experience in Dallas With New Check-In and Lounges
American Airlines is continuing to invest in its largest hub with a series of…
Miles To Memories
Oyo’s Sneaky AI Rebrand, The $200 Giveaway That Broke Vegas & Rio Rita’s Return!
Oyo is in an AI controversy, the TI promotion that almost broke Vegas, Rio Rita's return is welcome, viral cinnamon rolls shutdown and more houses replacing casinos.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Has Banned Bare Feet On Planes, Passengers Don’t Know Yet [Roundup]
American Airlines’ Contract of Carriage already bars passengers from flying barefoot or wearing offensive clothing, but some travelers still need the reminder. Also JetBlue’s first class seat moving toward installation, why airport food costs so much, Houston Intercontinental’s renovated Executive Club, and American’s latest “premium” service gaps.
BoardingArea
Woman Shares A Cheaper Way To Get Drunk On Your Flight—BYOB With Don Julio
'Vacation starts soon as we get past TSA.'
Points With a Crew
Buy Hyatt points with 20% bonus
Hyatt is offering a bonus on points if you buy points for the next few weeks. But does it make sense to purchase Hyatt points?
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn 2x ALL Accor Rewards Points for stays at Raffles Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
Earn 2x ALL Rewards Points for stays at participating Raffles Hotels & Resorts worldwide. Register & book by Aug 31, 26 for stays until Dec 31, 26 Click here to register for and to book this offer (Registration is required)   Here are some more ALL Accor offers to check...
Frequent Miler
Aeroplan Award Sale: Up to 25% Off Air Canada Flights
Aeroplan has announced an award sale that offers up to 25% off the points price of all Air Canada flights within Canada, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The sale is valid through August 18th for travel between September 8, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Complete...
Your Mileage May Vary
Passengers Tried To Stop A Man From Entering The Cockpit. He Didn’t Survive.
We’ve all heard about air rage. There were plenty of cases when the rules about wearing masks on planes were in place, but unruly passengers certainly aren’t anything new. In…
Miles To Memories
Your Bilt Cash Can Now Get You On a Helicopter
Bilt members can now book BLADE flights directly in the Bilt Travel Portal, suing Bilt Points and Bilt Cash to pay for flights.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
As Low as €13.00 Per Flight With Vueling Airlines
Purchase tickets for as low as €13.00 per flight with Vueling Airlines for travel via select routes between Thursday, October 1, 2026 and Sunday, January 31, 2027. No promotion code is required... ...but you must...
One Mile at a Time
EC261: European Union Flight Delay & Cancelation Compensation Explained
The European Union has the most consumer friendly policies when it comes to what passengers are entitled to in the event that their flight is significantly delayed or canceled. For example, if your long haul flight is delayed by at least four hours, you could be entitled to 600 Euro...
View from the Wing
Yikes: American Airlines Is Running Out Of Flight Numbers — So One Flight 2482 Followed ATC Instructions Meant For Another
Two American Airlines flights using the same flight number were airborne near Phoenix at the same time, on the same air traffic control frequency, and one accepted instructions meant for the other. The planes never lost required separation, but the communications close call highlights a strange problem facing major carriers:...
Miles To Memories
Save 10% at Caesars Rewards Properties with Your Chase Credit Cards
Many Chase cardholders have a new Chase Offer for a 10% discount on at Caesars Rewards properties in Las Vegas, Reno, Lake Tahoe and Atlantic City.
View from the Wing
Citi Strata Elite Looks Premium — But The Real Value Is American Airlines Miles And $1200 First Year Credits
Citi Strata Elite arrives in a surprisingly premium package, but the real value is what the card earns. The current offer delivers 75,000 points and credits worth up to $1,200 in the first year, and its points now transfer to American Airlines AAdvantage.
Travel Points Playbook
Buy American AAdvantage Miles for 2 Cents Each with Stand Up to Cancer Donation
There is a current offer for earning 25 miles per dollar for donations of at least $25, but…
Frequent Miler
American Airlines: Earn up to 50x AAdvantage Miles with cancer research donation
American Airlines is back again with its annual co-promotion with Stand Up to Cancer. This year, it’s offering 25x miles on any donation over $25, which ramps up to 50x for $25-$10K donations made with an AA Mastercard. On the surface, this sounds like a decent deal in support of...
Miles To Memories
Delta’s New Saudi Arabia Service Begins Oct. 23
Delta will begin nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh on October 23, 2026, using an Airbus A350-900 with four cabin options.
Traveling For Miles
Reminder: Hyatt will give you up to 1.54 cents in value per World of Hyatt point
In terms of the value that can be extracted out of each point, World of Hyatt points continue to be the most valuable hotel currency around despite multiple devaluations over the past few years. What some people may not realize, however, is that Hyatt gives us an easy way to place...
Points With a Crew
Hampton Inn And Suites Salt Lake City West Jordan Hotel Review
If you're looking for a Salt Lake City hotel - here is my Hampton Inn And Suites Salt Lake City West Jordan hotel review, including info on wifi, breakfast, parking, rooms, amenities, cost and more
Live and Let’s Fly
I Watched The Solar Eclipse From A Plane Over Switzerland
Our SAS flight from Zürich to Copenhagen happened to depart almost exactly at the peak of this week’s solar eclipse, giving my kids and me an unusual view of the partially-obscured sun as we taxied out and took off. Flying Out Of Zürich At The Peak Of A Solar Eclipse...