The Gate with Brian Cohen
Tropical Storm Isaias to Impact Gulf Coast: October 2026 Travel Alert
Due to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Isaias along the Gulf Coast of the United States, you may want to consider delaying your travel — or, at least, keep yourself updated as to the latest information pertaining to the weather — if this region is in your travel plans...
Frequent Miler
Choice Privileges now allows points sharing and it’s free (for now)
When Choice Privileges announced late last year that they were refreshing their loyalty program, one of the most eye-catching details was that members would gain the ability to transfer points to other members. What hadn’t been mentioned in the press release was whether there’d be a charge to do this,...
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The Bulkhead Seat
United Polaris® Lounge: The Buffet Isn’t What It Used to Be and Feels Like Golden Corral
For years the food served in flight for passengers in United Airline’s most premium…
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Shows Up At 6:59 For 7 A.M. Flight—Knocks On Boarding Door For Them To Open
A man knocked on the closed boarding door at Delta’s gate 12 at Bradley International Airport in Hartford. Flight 1330 to Minneapolis was scheduled for 7 a.m. and the clock shows it's 6:59. He made it before departure! Why can't he get on?
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Passenger Says He Refused A Seat Swap, Started Recording, And Was Kicked Off The Plane
A Delta Air Lines passenger says he was asked to give up his seat so a couple could sit together, declined after seeing the replacement, and was eventually removed from the flight after recording the dispute. Delta says he failed to follow crew instructions. I understand that passengers cannot simply...
Your Mileage May Vary
Delta Is Cutting Food & Drink Service On Some Flights. Here’s Who Loses It
Delta is changing its food and beverage service on select flights. Most passengers will no longer receive anything, although one group will continue getting full service. Another day, another airline…
View from the Wing
United Pilots Reportedly Gave Up First Class To Monitor Behavior Of Colleague Who Praised October 7 Attack
A new report says two United pilots spent an entire flight in the cockpit because they didn’t trust Ibrahim Mossallam. It also alleges the pilots’ union blocked his firing.
TravelUpdate
Amex Platinum Cardholders Alert! What You Need To Do Now…
If you have the Amex Platinum Card, then now is a good time to go through this checklist and see which credits you still haven't used.
Your Mileage May Vary
Japan Is Changing Its Tax-Free Shopping For Tourists. Here’s What You’ll Need To Know
Japan isn’t eliminating tax-free shopping for tourists, but it’s changing the rules and procedures of how it works. Shopping in Japan as a tourist has always come with a nice…
One Mile at a Time
British Airways Overhauls First Class Service, Amenities, And Food: Game Changer Or Non-Story?
British Airways is updating first class amenities, bedding, and dining across its fleet, but are these changes enough to call it a true overhaul?
The Bulkhead Seat
Marriott Is Adding Eight Hotels Across the Netherlands
I’m in flight to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and had the Netherlands on my…
Live and Let’s Fly
Ouch: Delta A350 Clips Air Canada 777’s Tail At LAX While Taxiing For Tokyo
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 clipped an Air Canada Boeing 777-200 at Los Angeles International Airport this morning, damaging the aircraft and disrupting travel plans. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported, but this is certainly not how anyone wanted to begin a flight to Tokyo or end one from...
Frequent Miler
Bilt goes 4:3 to Hyatt. Now what? | Coffee Break Ep124 | 10-7-26
Just like we’ve seen with most of Chase cards, Bilt has announced it will be moving to a 4:3 transfer rate with Hyatt starting in January. So, what’s the best way to get Hyatt points now? Bilt goes 4:3 to Hyatt. Now what? Watch the full episode below, or listen...
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 7 de outubro de 2026
Mais um Radar PPV está no ar! Nesta quarta-feira, nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção especial com as principais oportunidades encontradas no universo dos pontos, milhas e viagens. Confira as promoções, acompanhe as novidades e veja quais ofertas podem ajudar você a economizar. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! LATAM Pass com 25% de bônus na transferência do Itaú e Credicard
Segue valendo! O LATAM Pass mantém a campanha de transferência bonificada em parceria com o Itaú e a Credicard, oferecendo 25% de bônus no envio de pontos. E, caso seja sua primeira transferência entre os parceiros, você ainda ganha mais 1.000 milhas extra. A condição fica disponível até 9 de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Por pouco tempo! LATAM tem passagens nacionais a partir de R$ 175
Apenas hoje, dia 7 de outubro, a LATAM está com passagens nacionais em promoção. Nesta campanha, é possível encontrar trechos para voar pelo Brasil gastando a partir de R$ 175. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes e aproveite antes que acabe. Como emitir passagens nacionais na LATAM? Para garantir as...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Procurando oportunidades para viajar? Conheça o grupo de emissões PPV
Pesquisar passagens com milhas em diferentes programas pode ser uma tarefa demorada, principalmente para quem busca boas oportunidades. No grupo de emissões do PPV, nossa equipe monitora diferentes programas de fidelidade e envia mais de 400 alertas por mês para o seu celular, incluindo oportunidades nacionais e internacionais. Confira os...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! LATAM Pass tem voos para Lisboa a partir de 50 mil milhas + taxas
Lisboa por 50 mil milhas? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou oportunidades para cruzar o Atlântico utilizando o LATAM Pass, com emissões para a capital portuguesa a partir de 50 mil milhas + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Transfira pontos da Livelo para o Azul Fidelidade com até 100% de bônus
Últimas horas para aproveitar! Termina hoje a campanha do Azul Fidelidade em parceria com a Livelo, que oferece até 100% de bônus nas transferências de pontos entre os programas. Se você estava esperando para aproveitar a oferta, vale conferir as condições antes do encerramento. Veja os detalhes! Promoção Azul Fidelidade...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu: confira os cupons ativos nesta quarta-feira
A quarta-feira pode ser o dia perfeito para você economizar! Nossa equipe selecionou os principais cupons ativos disponíveis na Amazon, Mercado Livre e Magalu, reunindo oportunidades para quem quer pagar menos nas compras online. Confira as condições de cada oferta e aproveite. Cupons da Amazon Confira os cupons ativos na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compartilhando Emissões: Miami para Los Angeles voando American Airlines
Dando sequência à série “Compartilhando Emissões” aqui no Pontos pra Voar, iremos continuar a falar sobre uma sequência de emissões que realizei, sendo neste post para uma viagem de Miami para Los Angeles, via Raleigh-Durham, para três passageiros, em classe econômica, voando com a American Airlines e utilizando milhas do...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Oferta relâmpago! Nomad oferece 5,5% de cahsback na conversão de dólares ou euros
A Nomad acaba de liberar uma oferta relâmpago, em que oferece até 55 dólares ou euros de cashback! Ao abrir sua conta internacional na Nomad com o código VOAR55C, você ganha 5,5% de cashback em todas as conversões feitas em até 15 dias. Abaixo, veja os detalhes e aproveite! Nomad...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Voe para St. Martin a partir de 54 mil milhas Smiles + taxas
St. Martin nos planos da próxima viagem? No alerta de passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou oportunidades para conhecer esse destino caribenho usando milhas Smiles, com emissões a partir de 54 mil milhas + taxas e saídas de diferentes cidades do Brasil. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
British Airways revela novas cabines do A380 com 106 suítes na classe executiva
A British Airways apresentou as novas cabines de seus Airbus A380. A reforma inclui uma nova First, 106 Club Suites ocupando todo o piso superior e melhorias também na econômica premium e econômica. British Airways revela novidades do A380 A British Airways revelou os detalhes da ampla renovação que será...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hotéis perto de aeroportos: diárias a partir de R$ 162
Escolher uma hospedagem próxima ao aeroporto pode trazer mais conforto e praticidade para a viagem. Nesta seleção, reunimos hotéis com diárias a partir de R$ 162, com opções ideais para voos de madrugada, conexões e chegadas noturnas. Confira os detalhes e encontre a melhor opção para sua estadia. Hotéis próximos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turbina Saldo! Esfera oferece até 15 pontos por real em compras online
Hora de turbinar saldo na Esfera! Em sua nova edição de ofertas em lojas parceiras, o programa permite acumular até 15 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Se alguma compra já estava nos seus planos, vale conferir as pontuações disponíveis antes de fechar o pedido. Veja os principais destaques!...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sala VIP internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis dobra de tamanho
A sala VIP The Lounge da área internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis acaba de ganhar uma ampliação. O espaço dobrou de tamanho, aumentou sua capacidade e recebeu novidades, como um novo bar, segunda área de buffet e mais opções de assentos. Sala VIP internacional do Aeroporto de Florianópolis Quem embarca...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transfira pontos da Genial para o Azul Fidelidade com até 100% de bônus
O Azul Fidelidade está com uma nova oportunidade para quem possui pontos na Genial. Nesta parceria, os programas oferecem até 100% de bônus nas transferências de pontos realizadas até 9 de outubro. Confira as condições da campanha e veja como aproveitar! Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Genial Para esta campanha, a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aena assume o comando do aeroporto do Galeão no Rio de Janeiro
A chegada oficial da Aena no aeroporto do Galeão marca a troca definitiva no comando do maior aeroporto internacional do Rio de Janeiro. A mudança encerra a gestão anterior e cumpre o resultado do leilão em que a empresa espanhola ofereceu R$ 2,9 bilhões para administrar o espaço. A partir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta PPV! Conheça Madri a partir de 53.480 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas
Madri nos planos da próxima viagem? No Alerta de Passagens PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades para conhecer a capital espanhola usando o Azul Fidelidade, com emissões a partir de 53.480 pontos + taxas. Confira os trechos e as datas disponíveis e aproveite para planejar sua viagem à...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Nordeste recebe mais de 2,4 mil voos extras da Azul na alta temporada de verão
A Azul Linhas Aéreas programou mais de 2,4 mil voos extras para o Nordeste entre 5 de dezembro de 2026 e 14 de fevereiro de 2027, totalizando 363,6 mil assentos exclusivos. O volume representa cerca de 90% de toda a malha complementar da empresa para o verão 2026/2027. A iniciativa...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize no abastecimento! Shell Box oferece até R$ 7 de desconto
Quarta-feira você já sabe! 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 a oferta, as principais regras e o passo a passo para garantir o desconto! Como funciona o desconto no Shell Box...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Assinantes do ALL Signature recebem até 22% de bônus na transferência de todos os parceiros para o ALL Accor
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar a promoção do ALL Accor voltada aos assinantes do ALL Signature. Nesta campanha, é possível garantir até 22% de bônus sobre os pontos Reward transferidos de todos os parceiros. Vamos aos detalhes! Bônus na transferência de pontos de parceiros Durante o período da...
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British Airways kündigt umfangreiche Modernisierung für A380-Kabinen und London Lounges an
British Airways hat Details zu ihrer lang erwarteten Modernisierung des Airbus A380 bekannt gegeben und dabei eine umfassende…
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Ultima Llamada
Así será el A380 renovado de British Airways: 106 Club Suites, nueva First y 88 plazas menos en Turista
British Airways renovará sus Airbus A380 con una nueva First, 106 Club Suites y 88 plazas menos en Turista. Así cambia la configuración del avión, cuándo empezará a volar y cómo reconocer la nueva cabina.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 6 de outubro de 2026
Bem-vindo a mais um Radar PPV! Nesta terça-feira, nossa equipe reuniu uma seleção especial com as principais oportunidades encontradas no universo dos pontos, milhas e viagens. Confira as promoções, acompanhe as novidades e veja quais ofertas podem ajudar você a economizar. Promoções de acúmulo de pontos ¹ pontos por dólar....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Seguro viagem: aproveite até 60% OFF e pontos Livelo com a Assist Card
Se a próxima viagem já está nos seus planos, não deixe o seguro viagem de fora. A parceria entre a Assist Card e o Pontos Pra Voar oferece até 60% de desconto em diferentes planos, além da possibilidade de garantir pontos Livelo. Confira as condições da oferta e veja como...
Miles To Memories
What I Bought During Prime Big Deals (Hint: Too Much!)
I share exactly what I bought during Prime Big Deals (or new Prime Day) over the last few days. I also offer other deals I found interesting.
Your Mileage May Vary
The FAA Approved JetBlue’s LaGuardia Deal. Here’s the Catch
When JetBlue won the auction for Spirit Airlines’ former LaGuardia slots this summer, paying $58.5 million for 22 takeoff and landing rights, one major hurdle remained. The FAA had to…

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Frequent Miler
UPS added, FedEx removed from Flexible Business Credit on American Express® Business Gold Card
Update 10/6/26: Amex removed FedEx as a redemption option for the American Express® Business Gold’s Flexible Business Credit on October 1, a change that had been announced many months ago. At the time, that meant that only GrubHub and office supply stores would be left as redemption options for that...
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Stole An Airport Tug, Crashed It—Then Went After American’s Toilet Truck
A Seattle-bound passenger allegedly drove a stolen tug between gates at John Wayne Airport before trying to take a second airline’s service truck. Police arrested a 26-year-old man, and controller audio captures the response.
The Alviator
Review: SriLankan Airlines Serendiva Lounge, Colombo (CMB)
A review of the Serendiva Lounge in Colombo, available to SriLankan Airlines and Oneworld elite members flying in economy.
Frequent Miler
Hyatt ending 500 bonus points offer at new properties, replacing with 2X points
For the longest time, World of Hyatt has offered 500 bonus points per night when staying at its new properties. That feature of the loyalty program ended on October 1, but has been replaced with a different offer instead: double points on stays at new properties. Whether that’s an improvement...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Soopl Urban Terrain Performance Suitcase
The Soopl suitcase is an urban terrain suitcase, with oversized wheels designed for streets and suites. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more...
Your Mileage May Vary
Traveling During Shoulder Season Sounds Great. Here Are 7 Reasons It Might Not Be
Traveling during shoulder season can mean smaller crowds and lower prices, but those benefits can come with some significant tradeoffs. Here are 7 things to consider before you book. “Shoulder…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 2,000 Bonus Rapid Rewards Points by Shopping
Effective through Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn 2,000 bonus Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points — in addition to the standard Rapid Rewards points earned — during the Fall Bonus Offer campaign at the Rapid Rewards Shopping portal by spending a...
Frequent Miler
ANA Amex Offer: Spend $2,500+ & get 30K Membership Rewards or $300 back
There are a couple of ANA Amex Offers available on a targeted basis at the moment. Both require $2,500 of spend, but one awards 30,000 bonus Membership Rewards points, while the other offers a $300 statement credit. The Deal Spend $2,500 in one or more purchases with All Nippon Airways...
Points With a Crew
Why Today Is The Best Day To Sign Up For Amazon Prime (Get Up To 6 Months Free)
Today is a great day to sign up for Amazon Prime if you haven't already, with Prime Big Deal Days happening and a free trial offer. Students can get up to 6 months free, while ...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
US State Department Issues Warning About Threats to Airlines and Airports in Saudi Arabia After Houthi Air Attacks Leave 3 Dead
The State Department has issued a warning to US citizens in Saudi Arabia after three people were killed in Houthi air attacks on two airports in the country on Tuesday and Wednesday. Local officials confirmed that 36 people had also been injured in the attacks. In a statement, the US...
Frequent Miler
(Update) Bilt has put upgrade/downgrade terms and conditions back in
Update 10/7/26: Following my post yesterday about how Bilt had removed upgrade/downgrade wording from the terms and conditions of Bilt credit cards, all that wording has reappeared today. The Bilt Rewards Card Offer Terms now states that it was last updated on September 18, 2026. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Four American Airlines Flight Attendants Sickened After They Ate Leftover Meals on Transatlantic Flight to Rome
Four American Airlines flight attendants were reportedly struck down with food poisoning after they ate leftover passenger meals while they were ‘deadheading’ from Dallas-Fort Worth to Rome over the weekend. The incident occurred after American Airlines was forced to cancel a regularly scheduled service from Rome Fiumicino to DFW on...
View from the Wing
Delta Passenger Got Kicked Off After Refusing To Swap Seats
Santiago Daza says a request to help a couple sit together ended with his removal from a Bogotá–Atlanta flight. Delta cites 'failure to follow crew instructions' while the passenger says they gave him a $150 travel credit.
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...
Your Mileage May Vary
VIA Rail Business Class From Montréal to Québec City: Was It Worth the Splurge?
We already knew we wanted to take the train from Montréal to Québec City. The only question was which train. And, thanks to my procrastination, which class. I’m usually much…
Miles To Memories
American Airlines Will Offer Cash and Miles Bookings
AAdvantage members will be able to combine cash and miles when booking flights on aa.com and American’s digital app.
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...
Points Miles and Bling
Buy Alaska Atmos Points with up to 120% bonus, 1.71 CPP (Lowest Ever)
Atmos Rewards’ current promotion to buy Atmos points with up to 120% bonus is the best offer I’ve seen in…
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Into Japan, The Skyliner and the APA Hotel, Ekimae Asakusa – Kevin Gets a Little Seoul and Tokyo
Into Japan, The Skyliner and the APA Hotel, Ekimae Asakusa TRIP REPORT: Kevin Gets a Little Seoul and Tokyo Welcome to Japan. It’s been far too long for me since I was here last. Let’s navigate Narita Airport, enjoy the Keisei Skyliner and my lodgings for the next three nights...
Frequent Miler
SimplyMiles: Earn 4X AA miles + 4X Loyalty Points on Lyft ride (Max 465 of each)
SimplyMiles has a new offer out that’s giving 4X American Airlines AAdvantage miles per dollar spent on a Lyft ride, as well as 4X Loyalty Points. The Deal Earn 4X AAdvantage miles + 4X Loyalty Points on a Lyft ride when paying with a card linked to SimplyMiles. Direct link...
One Mile at a Time
Biman Bangladesh Orders 10 Airbus Planes: Four A350-900s & Six A321neos
Biman Bangladesh has placed a firm order for 10 Airbus jets—four A350-900s and six A321neos—just a week after a major Boeing order.
Points Miles and Bling
Lowest Ever – Buy Hilton points with 120% bonus promotion, for 0.45 CPP
Hilton’s latest points purchase promotion is at its lowest price point ever. The current promotion offers a 120% bonus on…
Traveling For Miles
Refreshed: IHG One Rewards Premier credit card review (a lot of changes + a big welcome offer)
Following the recent shake up of the IHG One Rewards credit card line up, the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card is no longer the top-tier IHG card that Chase issues and there have been some key changes to what the card offers and how much it costs. So is...
Miles To Memories
Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya and Conrad Tulum Are Going All-Inclusive
Hilton is converting two luxury resorts in Mexico to all-inclusive properties, with Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya also becoming adults-only in January 2027.