Eye of the Flyer
Hurricane Marie, Higher Airfare, a Frequent-Flyer Points Mistake, and Hotel Credits — Weekly Recap
Hurricane Marie stays offshore, airfare remains sharply higher, René looks at a frequent-flyer points mistake, and I’m already nagging everyone about hotel credits. Plus: good luck to most -- but not all -- people drafting fantasy football this weekend.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Wheel of Fortune Voice Jim Thornton Fired After He Visited ‘Pedophilia’ Chatroom On American Airlines Flight
The voice of Wheel of Fortune, Jim Thornton, has been fired with immediate effect by Sony Pictures Television after it was revealed that he had visited a chatroom linked to pedophilia during an American Airlines flight. The incident occurred back in May, but it only came to light on Friday...
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Some United Flights Are Trying A New Deplaning Procedure & We’re ALL For It
Some United flights are using different deplaning procedures to help passengers, and travelers say it’s working. If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you may remember the problem…
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Washington, D.C. Is Getting A Fourth Airport. Here’s What We Know
The Washington, D.C. area already has three major commercial airports. Now a fourth has received FAA approval to move toward scheduled passenger service. If you’re flying to the Washington, D.C.…
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A Lounge Employee Told Us Not To Come In. She Was Right.
I’ve had airport lounges tell me they were full. They’ve put me on a waiting list. But I’d never had a lounge employee suggest that I look around before deciding…
View from the Wing
JetBlue Pilot Refuses Air Traffic Control Instruction, Declares Emergency—“So You’re Gonna Make Us Go Through A Severe Thunderstorm?”
The controller said her scope showed only light precipitation and blocked the crew’s requested turn because of traffic. The pilot judged the assigned route unsafe, invoked emergency authority, changed course—and continued safely to Austin.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Warning: Be Careful When Using a Tabletop Device to Pay For Your Meal
One form of technology which has appeared at what are known in the dining industry as fast-casual restaurants is the tabletop device, with which you can order food and beverage items, play games, and pay for your meal by either using points from your frequent dining program membership account or...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
The Airline That Rejected Premium Economy For Years Unveils Next-Generation Seat That Blows the Competition Out of the Water
Dubai-based mega airline Emirates rejected the idea of installing Premium Economy seats on its huge fleet of Airbus A380 superjumbos and Boeing 777s for years. Its long-serving President, Sir Tim Clark, feared Premium Economy would cannibalise demand for the airline’s money-making Business Class. In late 2020, however, Clark eventually relented....
The Alviator
Review: ANA 777 Premium Economy (HND-LHR)
A review of ANA's 777 premium economy, on the same aircraft that feature their famous "The Suite" and "The Room". How's it like back there?
One Mile at a Time
Nat Pieper Is American Airlines’ Best Hope For A Turnaround: I’m Impressed
American Airlines has struggled under its current leadership, but new Chief Commercial Officer Nat Pieper offers a rare reason for optimism.
Miles To Memories
Chase Sapphire Reserve DoorDash Benefit Adding $15 Credit for Any Order
Starting October 1, Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders will get a more flexible $15 monthly DoorDash credit.
TravelUpdate
Review: Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Sydney to Hong Kong
I’ve always enjoyed flying Cathay Pacific Premium Economy as it is a very decent product. When it came…
Frequent Miler
Wild Card destinations to be revealed, Marriott upgrade success, the value of I Prefer points and more (Week in Review)
Despite what my Lifetime Platinum luggage tag might suggest, I am not very loyal to Marriott Bonvoy. Between weak enforcement of elite benefits, the abolishment of an award chart and institution of dynamic pricing, and the near-uselessness of nightly upgrade awards, there are a lot of shortcomings. But given the...
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Os queridinhos dos consumidores: 20 itens mais procurados do Mercado Livre
Que tal aproveitar o momento para descobrir os 20 itens mais procurados do Mercado Livre? Nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção com produtos que estão fazendo sucesso entre os consumidores e chamando atenção em diferentes categorias. Confira os destaques e veja se algum deles também pode entrar na sua lista de...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Madrid–São Paulo desde 590 € ida y vuelta con vuelos directos de Azul
Vuelos directos de Madrid a São Paulo con Azul desde 590 € ida y vuelta. Hay varias fechas disponibles en noviembre de 2026; reviso los mejores ejemplos, qué incluye la tarifa y el detalle importante de que el vuelo llega a Viracopos, en Campinas.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 4 de setembro de 2026
Queridos leitores, chegou mais uma edição do Radar PPV! Nesta sexta-feira, nós reunimos as principais oportunidades encontradas no universo de pontos, milhas e viagens, facilitando o acesso às promoções que realmente merecem atenção. Confira os destaques do dia e aproveite. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar. Promoções...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: Universal Studios Japão comemora 15 anos de Halloween com atração inédita
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! No vídeo de hoje, o Welerson Silva traz todos os detalhes da edição comemorativa de 15 anos do Halloween Horror Nights na Universal Studios Japan (USJ) em Osaka. Universal Studios Japão comemora 15 anos de Halloween com atração inédita Descubra tudo...
Brazil
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Últimas horas! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 110% de bônus na transferência do Inter Loop
Ainda dá tempo de turbinar o seu saldo no Azul Fidelidade. Você tem até o fim do dia para participar da campanha de transferência bonificada em parceria com o Inter Loop, permitindo garantir até 110% de bônus no envio de pontos. Confira as condições da promoção e veja como aproveitar!...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Europa a partir de 53 mil milhas no LATAM Pass – confira os trechos
Europa nos planos da próxima viagem? O alerta de passagens PPV de hoje reúne novas oportunidades de emissão no LATAM Pass, com passagens a partir de 53 mil milhas + taxas para diferentes destinos europeus. Confira os trechos e aproveite para planejar sua próxima viagem à Europa gastando menos milhas!...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Casa Nubank no Ibirapuera encerrará atividades em outubro
O Nubank comunicou nesta quinta-feira (3) que encerrará as atividades da Casa Nubank Ultravioleta, localizada no Parque Ibirapuera, em São Paulo, no dia 30 de outubro de 2026. Inaugurado em novembro de 2024, o espaço oferecia vestiários, estações de trabalho e estrutura de apoio aos clientes de alta renda, mas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Livelo oferece até 10 pontos por real em lojas parceiras
A sexta-feira chegou e pode ser uma ótima oportunidade para garantir aquela compra que você estava planejando. A Livelo está com ofertas em lojas parceiras como Coffee+, Insider e Eudora, permitindo acumular até 10 pontos por real gasto. Confira os destaques e veja onde vale a pena comprar. Promoções Livelo...
Brazil
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Air Canada anuncia novas rotas para Europa, Ásia e América Latina
A Air Canada anunciou uma ampla expansão de sua malha internacional para o verão de 2027, com novas rotas entre o Canadá e destinos na Europa e na Ásia, além do aumento de frequências em mercados já atendidos pela companhia. Entre as novidades estão voos para Oslo, Shannon, Nice, Basel,...
Germany
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Mit Miles and More Blue Credit Card Meilen kostenlos vor Verfall schützen + Willkommensmeilen + 40 Points
Mit kostenloser Miles and More Kreditkarte Meilenverfall stoppen … Die Deutsche Bank startet schön langsam mit interessanten Angeboten…
Brazil
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Aproveite os cupons ativos no Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu
Sexta-feira chegou, e nada melhor do que começar o fim de semana economizando. Nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção de cupons ativos no Mercado Livre, Amazon e Magalu para ajudar você a pagar menos nas compras online. Confira as regras de cada oferta e aproveite enquanto houver disponibilidade. Cupons do Mercado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Southwest Airlines anuncia primeiros quatro lounges e planeja abrir mais sete nos EUA
A Southwest Airlines anunciou seus primeiros lounges próprios em aeroportos dos Estados Unidos. As quatro primeiras unidades serão abertas em Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu e Nashville, com previsão de receber os primeiros passageiros no fim de 2027. Onde ficarão os primeiros lounges da Southwest Airlines Os quatro primeiros lounges serão construídos...
Brazil
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Reserve hotéis perto da praia: diárias a partir de R$ 175
Para quem sonha em aproveitar a viagem com o mar sempre por perto, escolher bem a hospedagem faz toda a diferença. Nesta seleção, reunimos hotéis próximos à praia com diárias a partir de R$ 175. Confira os destaques e encontre uma opção para sua próxima viagem. Hotéis Accor perto da...
Brazil
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Primeiro Embraer E195-E2 da LATAM realiza voo de testes no Brasil
O primeiro Embraer E195-E2 destinado à LATAM já deixou o solo para realizar seu voo inaugural de testes. A aeronave, que receberá a matrícula PS-LTA, voou por pouco mais de duas horas na quarta-feira (2), partindo e retornando ao aeroporto de São José dos Campos. A companhia planeja colocar o modelo...
Brazil
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Alerta PPV! Smiles tem voos pelo Brasil a partir de 9.300 milhas + taxas
Que tal começar o fim de semana planejando a próxima viagem pelo Brasil? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe reuniu novas oportunidades de emissão na Smiles, com passagens nacionais a partir de 9.300 milhas + taxas para diferentes destinos brasileiros. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis...
Spain
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Madrid–Tokio en Business desde 1.450 € ida y vuelta
Encontré vuelos Madrid–Tokio en Business desde 1.450 € ida y vuelta con China Southern, con cama plana en el tramo largo y varias fechas en septiembre y octubre de 2026.
Brazil
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Edifício Copan reabre visitas à cobertura com vista panorâmica de São Paulo
O Edifício Copan reabre sua cobertura para visitas guiadas neste sábado (5), após permanecer fechado ao público desde 2019. O mirante, localizado a 115 metros de altura no Centro de São Paulo, oferece vista panorâmica de 360 graus e passeios operados aos sábados. As visitas custam R$ 50 por pessoa,...
Brazil
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Passagens nacionais com até 20% de desconto no Azul Fidelidade
O Azul Fidelidade acaba de liberar uma nova oferta para o final de semana! Desta vez, oferece até 20% de desconto em passagens nacionais com pontos. A seguir, confira os detalhes desta promoção válida até o dia 6 de setembro. Azul Fidelidade com até 20% OFF em passagens Classe tarifária W...
Brazil
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Airbus retoma entregas do A330neo após pausa causada por inspeções de qualidade
A Airbus retomou as entregas do A330neo depois de uma interrupção de aproximadamente três meses provocada por inspeções adicionais em componentes do estabilizador horizontal. O problema afetou o ritmo de entrega do jato justamente quando a fabricante acumula uma carteira de quase 400 aeronaves ainda pendentes. A informação foi confirmada...
Germany
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Ein exzellenter Malaysia Airlines Business Sale
Malaysian Airlines verkauft die Business ab … Es ist wieder Reisemesse (MATTA Fair) in Kuala Lumpur und Malaysia…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! LATAM Pass oferece 25% de bônus na transferência do Itaú e Credicard
Não perca o prazo! O LATAM Pass encerra hoje, 4 de setembro, sua campanha de transferência bonificada em parceria com o Itaú e a Credicard, oferecendo 25% de bônus no envio de pontos. Confira as condições e aproveite antes do fim da oferta! LATAM Pass e Itaú + Credicard Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
GOL Smiles BB facilita isenção de anuidade com meta de gastos bem menor
A campanha dos cartões GOL Smiles Banco do Brasil ganhou um atrativo importante para quem estava de olho em um dos produtos: a meta de gastos necessária para conseguir a isenção da anuidade caiu consideravelmente em relação à oferta anterior. A promoção atual permite que clientes que contratarem um cartão...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Passagens para Lisboa a partir de 76 mil pontos no Azul Fidelidade
Lisboa nos planos da próxima viagem? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades de emissão no Azul Fidelidade para a capital portuguesa, com passagens a partir de 76 mil pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua viagem...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Premium economy no novo Airbus A350 da Emirates ganha divisória elétrica de privacidade
A Emirates apresentou uma novidade inédita na cabine premium economy de seus novos Airbus A350: um assento com divisória elétrica de privacidade que vai até a altura total do assento. Segundo a companhia, trata-se do primeiro assento de premium economy do mundo com esse recurso, permitindo que o passageiro ajuste...
One Mile at a Time
Unruly American Airlines Passenger Restrained With Duct Tape And Zip Ties Mid-Flight
An American Airlines passenger turned violent and hurled racist slurs mid-flight, forcing crew and fellow passengers to restrain him with duct tape and zip ties.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
United Threatens to Fire Flight Attendants Who Game Rolling Delays for Pay Without Working
United Airlines is threatening to terminate flight attendants who ‘game’ rolling delays by assigning themselves trips they know they won’t be able to work in order to trigger pay protection for the trip without actually doing the work. In an internal email sent to the Chicago-based carrier’s 28,000+ strong workforce...

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Cathay Rewarding Journeys: Complete goals to earn up to 15,730 Asia Miles or even a free round trip flight!
Cathay Pacific is celebrating their 80th Anniversary this month with a bunch of promotions and one of those is Rewarding Journeys. With Rewarding Journeys, Cathay members in Hong Kong can register and then meet goals set out in the promotion. Hit 11 goals and you’ll score 15,730 Asia Miles in...
View from the Wing
American Airlines First Class Passenger Duct-Taped To His Seat—Then Hits Police Officer
Passengers helped restrain the man after an alleged violent outburst on a Dallas–Newark flight forced a diversion to Baltimore. Police say he struck an officer after the tape came off. He now faces assault and disorderly conduct charges.
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AUSTRALIA: Seven new international routes launching before the end of 2026
Australia is getting seven new international services before the end of 2026. They include the first international flights from Western Sydney Airport. Sydney will also get nonstop services to Tahiti and Las Vegas services. And finally, Finnair will be flying its own aircraft all the way to Australia, instead of...
Points With a Crew
The Easiest Way To Get Your Free $50 From Rakuten
If you're not sure how to take advantage of the easy $50 welcome bonus from Rakuten, here is in my opinion the best way to get some easy money. Simply ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Stereotypes of Travelers: Fair or Ignorant?
To be fair, modicums of truths do exist which lend to stereotypes based on the paradigms of which people were raised in their respective countries: traditions passed down through the generations; economic status; topography; climate; availability of resources...
Frequent Miler
Our biggest point gambles | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep374 | 9-4-26
On today’s episode, we’ll talk about why Air Canada to Hyatt 2-to-1 transfers can be a good deal, how we won big on a 240x deal, the 250x deal that got away, and much more. Our apologies for Nick’s lower-quality audio this week! We’re working to fix it! Our biggest point gambles Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite...
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This T-Mobile Perk Gets You A Free Drink On Delta Flights
T-Mobile customers have been getting airline perks for years, most notably free in-flight Wi-Fi. Now the company has added another travel benefit that could save eligible customers as much as…
The Bulkhead Seat
Cathay Pacific Offers 80th Anniversary 24K Gold Boarding Pass Collectible
Cathay Pacific is giving aviation enthusiasts and collectors a unique way to celebrate its…
Frequent Miler
Chase IHG Premier Business anniversary free night certificate will increase to 50K points
The Chase IHG Premier Business Premier card comes with an anniversary free night certificate awarded when you renew your card each year…and it’s about to get a little better. These free night certificates can currently be redeemed at properties costing up to 40,000 points per night, and you can top...
Miles To Memories
New Strip Bypass, Big Sphere Upgrades, Robots at the Airport & Best Steak Deal Confirmed?
Sphere gets big upgrades, new Strip bypass proposed, Raiders get their money & the Summer is over?
View from the Wing
American Airlines May End Its All-Boeing Widebody Fleet With Up To 65 Airbus Jets—It’s Already Prepping Trump For The Switch
American is nearing a decision on up to 65 widebodies, and the Airbus A330-900 best fits its network and delivery needs. Its Trump Accounts pledge and Robert Isom’s Oval Office appearance may be political insurance for choosing European Airbus jets over Boeing.
Frequent Miler
TopCashback: Increased rates on travel sites (IHG 12%, Viator 15%, Klook 16% & more)
The shopping portal TopCashback is featuring elevated rates for many travel sites today, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Radisson, Viator, GetYourGuide, Klook, Expedia, and more. This doesn’t seem to be a coordinated event like many TopCashback sales, and no expiry is listed for any of the improved rates. The Deal...
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 ....
Your Mileage May Vary
Respect In The Sky: Flight Crews Aren’t Waiting For Airport Officials
On August 25th, the world lost an icon when Dolly Parton passed away, at the age of 80. She’s been gone for a week and a half and yet accolades…
The Bulkhead Seat
Frontier Airlines to Completely End Service at New York John F Kennedy International Airport
Frontier Airlines will end its remaining service at New York John F Kennedy International…
Frequent Miler
Earn 20K bonus Marriott points for vacations to Mexico or Hawaii
Vacations by Marriott, the vacation package booking arm of Marriott Bonvoy, is offering a promotion whereby members can earn 20,000 bonus points after booking a vacation package including three nights of hotel or more. While 20,000 bonus points represent a relatively small rebate in most cases, some packages can offer...
{Tech} for Travel
Luna Band Wants Your Wearable to Learn You
Luna Band is now available globally, using LifeOS to adapt health tracking around each user’s body, goals and daily calendar. The post Luna Band Wants Your Wearable to Learn You appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Miles To Memories
Targeted Marriott Bonvoy Promo, Earn Free Nights or Up to 9,000 Bonus Points
Marriott is sending out targeted Bonvoy promos, including up to 9,000 bonus points after three paid stays and, for some members up to two 35K free night certificates.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Up to 60% at Select Iberostar Beachfront Resorts With IHG One Rewards
You can enjoy some time relaxing at the beach and spend less money, as you can save up to 60% at select Iberostar Beachfront Resorts with IHG One Rewards at 27 participating resort properties in the United States, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Brazil, and Aruba between today, Friday, September 4,...
Frequent Miler
Get up to $100 back on every eligible card through Paze (last week)
Update 9/4: Just in case you’ve been hiding under a rock, we’ve entered the last week of Paze’s $10 back on $10 or more promotion. While the halcyon days of gift cards from Clover and Newegg are behind us, plenty of useful options remain; my wife stocked up on school...
View from the Wing
Airport Restaurants Charge “Employee Benefit Fees”—But The Money Doesn’t Reach Employees [Roundup]
Some airport restaurants add “employee benefit fees” to checks even though the money need not reach employees. Also: TSA explains why peanut butter is a liquid, Alaska offers lap-infant partner awards for taxes only, and Delta adds premium economy and extra-legroom seats.
Your Mileage May Vary
Earn 2,400 Southwest Points With One Avis Or Budget Rental
Southwest Rapid Rewards members can earn significantly more points than usual when renting a car from Avis or Budget this fall. For a limited time, members can earn 2,400 Rapid…
Live from a Lounge
Air India’s Maharaja Club Partners With IHG One Rewards: Earn Maharaja Points on Hotel Stays
A new tie-up has arrived between IHG Rewards Club and Maharaja Club, which allows you to earn Maharaja Club points for IHG Stays, and also convert IHG points into Air India MC points.
Miles To Memories
Chase Sapphire Reserve DoorDash Benefit Adding $15 Credit for Any Order
Starting October 1, Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders will get a more flexible $15 monthly DoorDash credit.