Live and Let’s Fly
I Flew The “Devil’s Chariot” From Palm Springs To San Francisco
The Bombardier CRJ-200 has never been loved. In fact, among frequent flyers it earned one of aviation’s less flattering nicknames: the “Devil’s Chariot.” I recently flew one from Palm Springs to San Francisco and was reminded why. Onboard The “Devil’s Chariot” (CRJ-200) The CRJ-200 was built for short regional flying,...
One Mile at a Time
August 2026 OMAAT Community Results & Monthly Winners
A recap of August's OMAAT community winners, including the most-read reader story, the most-loved comment, and the hottest take of the month.
Trending
Your Mileage May Vary
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…
View from the Wing
American Airlines Can Sell You Upgrades You Don’t See Online—Internal Memo Explains When To Call
American has retired its old Day of Departure Upgrade product. The internal memo also confirms that phone agents can check for paid offers missing online, including on tickets purchased in countries its website still doesn’t support.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Sold $250,000 Lifetime First Class Passes—Now Its Eliminating First Class
The passes still cover business class and domestic first, but the separate Flagship First cabin is disappearing. American has promised to honor the lifetime deals.
Your Mileage May Vary
TSA PreCheck Is Piloting A New Perk
After 9/11, airport security changed dramatically. What had once been a relatively quick trip through a metal detector, with non-flyers able to escort friends and family to their gate or…
Your Mileage May Vary
Think Twice Before Using Your Phone In The U.S. Customs Area
Coming home from an international trip means dealing with immigration and customs, and on our latest travels, we went through the process in several different countries. What struck me wasn’t…
View from the Wing
American Airlines Passenger Duct-Taped In First Class: Preacher Seatmate Says He Was Attacked After Talking About Jesus
Jonathan Cahn says he was the unidentified seatmate attacked on the Dallas–Newark flight. His account adds an antisemitic threat and a struggle over his laptop, while the arrested passenger’s real estate firm has cut ties with him.
One Mile at a Time
Oh My: Trump Says Bombardier Can No Longer Sell Planes In United States
Trump says Bombardier can't sell planes in the US anymore, claiming trade grievances with Canada — but the post raises more questions than answers.
Your Mileage May Vary
Why You May Still Need A Chip-And-PIN Credit Card For International Travel
On our recent trip to Germany, a credit card feature that many travelers assume is no longer important saved us twice. Most American credit cards now have an EMV chip,…
Your Mileage May Vary
These Travel Complaints Will Make You Question Humanity
Travel doesn’t always go according to plan, and sometimes complaining is completely justified. These genuine complaints, however, may leave you wondering what the travelers expected in the first place. Sometimes…
Your Mileage May Vary
Your Next Trip To Europe Could Come With Much Longer Passport Lines
If you’re traveling to Europe, particularly on an itinerary that requires clearing passport control during a connection, you may want to leave yourself more time than you did in the…
Miles To Memories
(Grab It Now!) inKind Offering Up To 50% Off 3 Meals for Existing Users
There are 3 different inKind discount codes available right now that could get you up to 50% off your next three meals.
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aeroporto do Recife registra alta de 40% no fluxo internacional
O Aeroporto Internacional do Recife registrou um crescimento expressivo na movimentação de passageiros internacionais nos primeiros sete meses de 2026. Entre janeiro e julho, 349 mil passageiros internacionais passaram pelo terminal, um aumento de 40,18% em relação ao mesmo período de 2025, segundo dados da Aena Brasil. Mais conectividade internacional...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize até R$ 250 com os novos cupons do Mercado Livre
A terça-feira chegou com novas oportunidades para economizar no Mercado Livre. Selecionamos 4 cupons de desconto que podem garantir até R$ 250 OFF em produtos participantes. Confira as condições e aproveite os descontos disponíveis. Cupom no Mercado Livre Produtos selecionados No momento, há um quatro disponíveis para produtos selecionados: TUDODEBOM...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Nova Flagship Suite da American Airlines estreia em voo para Buenos Aires
A American Airlines começou a colocar em operação seu Boeing 777-300ER com cabine renovada, e Buenos Aires foi escolhida como o primeiro destino a receber o novo interior. A aeronave, que faz a ligação entre Nova York-JFK e o Aeroporto de Ezeiza, estreia uma configuração que elimina a antiga Flagship...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Air Canada reforça operação entre Toronto e Rio com retorno antecipado e Boeing 777
A Air Canada vai antecipar o retorno da ligação direta entre Toronto e o Rio de Janeiro na temporada 2026/2027. O serviço para o Aeroporto Internacional do Galeão (GIG), que havia sido retomado de forma sazonal no fim de 2025, voltará a operar em 27 de outubro de 2026, cerca...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul Fidelidade e Livelo oferecem até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos + 15% OFF no resgate de passagens
A semana começou com uma boa oportunidade para quem deseja reforçar o saldo no Azul Fidelidade. Em uma nova campanha em parceria com a Livelo, os clientes podem garantir até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos para o programa da Azul. Além disso, ao participar da promoção, você também...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turbina Saldo Esfera! Ganhe até 15 pontos por real com lojas parceiras
A semana está recheada de oportunidades para turbinar o saldo na Esfera! Nesta terça-feira, o programa reúne ofertas especiais em lojas parceiras, com promoções que permitem acumular até 15 pontos por real gasto nas compras online. A seguir, confira os principais destaques e veja onde aproveitar as melhores pontuações. Promoções...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prazer, eu sou o Rennan Machado
Olá, queridos leitores! Eu me chamo Rennan Machado e me apresento a vocês como o novo editor do Pontos pra Voar. Carioca, tenho 21 anos e sou estudante de Administração. Nasci na cidade de São Gonçalo, no Rio de Janeiro, mas vivo em Magé desde que saí do hospital. Minha...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Flying Blue Light, Standard y Flex: diferencias y cuál conviene elegir
Flying Blue ya ofrece billetes premio Light, Standard y Flex. Los probé en cuatro rutas para comparar millas, cargos, equipaje, flexibilidad y sala VIP, y comprobar cuándo vale la pena pagar más.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Abra sua conta Nomad e receba até 48.000 milhas Smiles na 1ª conversão
Tem uma viagem para o exterior, mas ainda não tem uma conta digital internacional? Aproveite a promoção da Nomad, oferecendo aos novos clientes que abrirem uma conta utilizando o cupom “PONTOS48“ a chance de garantir até 48.000 milhas Smiles na primeira conversão. Vamos aos detalhes! Promoção Nomad e Smiles 16...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bradesco lança nova edição da Suas Compras Valem+ e cartões rendem até 60 mil pontos Livelo
O Bradesco lançou uma nova edição da promoção Suas Compras Valem+, que recompensa clientes selecionados com pontos Livelo extras por atingir metas de gastos. Entre setembro e outubro, quem cumprir os objetivos definidos pelo banco pode acumular até 60 mil pontos bônus na Livelo ao longo de toda a campanha....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Brasileiros estão mais interessados em viagens nacionais: o que muda para quem viaja com milhas
Você já ficou na dúvida entre guardar as milhas para viagens ao exterior ou usá-las em viagens nacionais? Dados mostram que cada vez mais os brasileiros estão se interessando por destinos nacionais. Explorar o país tem se tornado uma tendência e essa mudança também impacta na hora de planejar e...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Guia completo do cartão Santander Unlimited
Disponível nas versões Visa Infinite e Mastercard Black, o cartão Santander Unlimited oferece até 7 cartões adicionais sem anuidade por bandeira, pontos Esfera que não expiram e acessos ilimitados a salas VIP, desde que sejam cumpridos os critérios de elegibilidade. Dependendo do segmento e do nível alcançado no Santander Rewards,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! Flying Blue com passagens a partir de 7.500 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 7.500 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...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
DEAL: Etihad First Apartment A380 / A321 First Paris – Asien (Return): 2900 Euro
Mit der Etihad A380 und A321 First von Paris nach Asien … Etihad hat einen sehr netten First…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Receba até 15 pontos Azul Fidelidade por real gasto no Magalu
Quer aproveitar o feriado para turbinar o saldo de pontos? O Azul Fidelidade começou a semana com uma nova oferta para os seus clientes em parceria com o Magalu, em que oferece até 15 pontos por cada real gasto. Abaixo, veja os detalhes desta oferta válida até o dia 11 de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compre pontos Livelo com até 58% de desconto + 2% OFF no Pix
Precisando reforçar o saldo de pontos? A Livelo lançou uma nova campanha de compra de pontos, oferecendo até 58% de desconto, conforme o tempo de assinatura do Clube Livelo. Além disso, quem optar pelo pagamento via Pix garante 2% de desconto extra. Confira as condições da oferta e veja se...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Confira hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista com diárias a partir de R$ 154
Tem viagem marcada para São Paulo e quer se hospedar próximo a Paulista? Neste artigo, reunimos hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista com diárias a partir de R$ 154. A seguir, veja as opções e aproveite para economizar na hospedagem. Hotéis próximos à Avenida Paulista em São Paulo Na tabela abaixo,...
Korea
Fly with Moxie
Moxie의 2026 부산 여행/맛집기행
2026년 Moxie와 함께가는 부산 맛집기행입니다.  이번 한국 한달 체류중에 광복절 대체휴일이 있을때에 다녀왔습니다. 부산에는 우리 회원님 @돈니조아 님이 계신데요. 매번 한국 방문시에 가서 만나본다고 하고서 이번까지 가보지 못했었어요.  이번 부산 일정은 1박 2일에 돈니조아님 만나서 맛있는 음식 먹고, 새로 만들었다는 부산 연산의 하얏 플레이스 숙박도 해보고 오는 겸사겸사의 여행으로 다녀오는것이 목적이었습니다. 
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe até 60 mil pontos bônus assinando ou fazendo upgrade no Clube Esfera
A Esfera trouxe de volta sua campanha que permite acumular até 60 mil pontos bônus ao longo de 12 meses na adesão ou upgrade do clube. Desta vez, a promoção é válida até o dia 11 de setembro e você confere os detalhes a seguir. Clube Esfera em promoção Esta...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Livelo oferece até 25 mil pontos ou desconto na assinatura – clientes Elo ganham bônus extra
A Livelo lançou uma nova campanha para adesão ao Clube Classic Flex, que permite ao cliente escolher entre pagar uma mensalidade reduzida ou receber até 25 mil pontos ao longo de 12 meses. E tem mais: clientes Elo recebem um bônus extra, aumentando ainda mais o benefício da oferta. A...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Prorrogou! Passagens nacionais com até 20% de desconto no Azul Fidelidade
O Azul Fidelidade prorrogou sua oferta de fim de semana, oferecendo até 20% de desconto em passagens nacionais com pontos. Agora, é possível aproveitar as condições até o fim de hoje, 7 de setembro. Vamos aos detalhes! Azul Fidelidade com até 20% OFF em passagens Classe tarifária W 20% de...
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Qatar Privilege Deals: vuelos premio con hasta 25 % menos Avios
Cada mes Qatar Airways rebaja hasta un 25 % en Avios una selección de vuelos premio. Aquí tienes las ciudades de la ronda vigente, cómo reservarlas si tus Avios están en Iberia o British Airways, y lo que encontré buscando Madrid–Colombo en Business: 48.750 Avios en lugar de 65.000.
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Atmos Rewards me mostró dos plazas Business de Iberia que Iberia Club no encontraba
Busqué un Business Buenos Aires–Madrid para el 17 de septiembre en Iberia Club, en el calendario de Avios y en British Airways: nada. En Atmos Rewards, el programa de Alaska Airlines, había dos plazas y llegué hasta la pantalla de pago.
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Atmos Rewards: guía completa del programa de Alaska Airlines
Guía completa de Atmos Rewards desde España y Sudamérica: cómo conseguir y usar puntos, tablas de premios, aerolíneas asociadas, ventajas, tasas y mis canjes reales con American Airlines.
Live from a Lounge
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is offering 10% Bonus on Marriott Bonvoy Transfers (through Sep 30, 2026)
There is an opportunity to transfer SQ KF points to Marriott and get a 10% bonus on the converted points in the process. Here is how.
View from the Wing
Passenger Stuffed A Bag Of Clothes Into Her Leggings To Avoid An Airline Carry-On Fee—And It Worked [Roundup]
A passenger stuffed a bag’s worth of clothes into her leggings to avoid an airline carry-on fee—and reportedly boarded without paying it. Also: a Delta gate agent cuts off carry-ons at Group 5, La Compagnie adds all business class flights to Düsseldorf, and Marriott files a trademark for a premium...

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Frequent Miler
Redeem Emirates Skywards miles for tickets to watch Real Madrid, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, & more
Emirates Skywards Exclusives currently has a ton of listings where you can redeem miles for tickets to watch many of Europe’s top soccer teams including Real Madrid, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, AC Milan, and more. What makes these listings particularly interesting is that rather than them being auction-style whereby someone could...
One Mile at a Time
Why I’m Not Flying On 9/11’s 25th Anniversary, Even Though I Know It’s Irrational
With September 11, 2026 marking 25 years since the attacks, one traveler explains why he rearranged his flights, even knowing the decision isn't rational.
The Points of Life
Guns & Butter: Liechtenstein Travel Guide
TPOL’s Guns & Butter Travel Guide is the best way to see as much as you can in as little time as possible. Here’s how it works – A trip is composed of two factors: Labor And Lazy. The opportunity cost (what is given up) for relaxing and being Lazy is gained...
Miles To Memories
(Update) Amex Autopay Issue Triggers Late Fees and Missing Membership Rewards Points
There are some cardholders that report Amex autopay issues that are causing late fees and lost rewards. We also have a response from Amex.
Frequent Miler
Breeze Airways promo: Save 25% on round trip base fares with promo code POSTCARD
Breeze Airways is out with another new airfare deal, this time giving a 25% discount on round-trip base fares when using promo code POSTCARD. The Deal Save 25% on round-trip base fares with Breeze Airways when using promo code POSTCARD. Direct link to offer terms. Key Terms 25% base fare...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Air Lines Is Cutting JFK Routes Even As Frontier Abandons The Airport
Delta Air Lines is cutting four more domestic routes this fall, including another one from New York JFK. On its own, that is a modest schedule adjustment. But taken together with several other JFK cuts over the last year, including Geneva and Brussels, a clearer pattern is emerging: Delta is...
TravelUpdate
New Premium American Express Credit Card Coming Soon?
As per a new trademark filing, it seems like American Express could soon be launching yet another premium travel credit card.
Travel Points Playbook
My Strange Amex Business Platinum Application Experience
Believe it or not, I’ve never had an Amex Platinum card. I might be the only miles and…
Economy Class & Beyond
La Compagnie to aquire another A321LR and launch services from Düsseldorf to Newark
La Compagnie – the all-business-class airline – is trying something new, with the airline planning to launch nonstop service between New York’s Newark Liberty International Airport and  Düsseldorf Airport in Germany, commencing in Spring 2027. The new route will operate up to five times weekly, connecting  New York with Düsseldorf...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Cathay Pacific Will Use AI to Avoid Creating Those White Lines in the Sky That Conspiracy Theorists Call ‘Chemtrails’
The Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is partnering with Google on a new AI-powered system that will help the carrier avoid creating contrails – those white lines of vapor that can crisscross the skies, which conspiracy theorists mistakenly call chemtrails. Contrails don’t contain any chemicals, and they aren’t deliberate. Instead,...
TravelUpdate
Earn 125,000 Points & $150: Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card Review
With this limited time offer on the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card, you can earn a welcome bonus of 125,000 points and a $150 statement credit.
One Mile at a Time
Citi AAdvantage Executive Card Approval Rules & Application Tips
What does it take to get approved for the Citi AAdvantage Executive Card? Here's what to know about the 48-month bonus rule, Citi's application limits, and approval odds.
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Is Late Nearly One-Third Of The Time—But Is The Most Reliable Getting Passengers Where They’re Going
Cirium ranks WestJet first in North America for punctuality, but its calculation excludes canceled flights; WestJet canceled about one in 16 during an August strike. Southwest arrived late often yet completed 99.22% of its schedule, North America’s best result.
TravelUpdate
Rumored Chase Card Refresh, New 200k Bonus, Proposed DoT Rule & more…
Another Chase card to be refreshed soon, a new 200k bonus and much more as we recap some of the top travel stories from the week gone by.
The Bulkhead Seat
Star Alliance to Open Lounge at Seoul Incheon International Airport Following Asiana’s Exit
Star Alliance will open a new branded lounge at Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)…
One Mile at a Time
Cool: TSA PreCheck Members Can Now Clear Security Without A Flight
TSA PreCheck members can now clear security at select airports without flying, thanks to a new centralized program called Gateside, live at 13 US airports.
Traveling For Miles
What is going on with Flying Blue award pricing? Are Promo Awards still flexible? (what a mess!)
Well, here we are. Today is the first day that the new award options are live, and we finally have awards that most Flying Blue members cannot change or have refunded and which, apparently, better align with some members' travel needs. Now that I've had a look at some of...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Ryanair Blames Malfunctioning Passport Kiosks For European Border Chaos as Summer Relief From Full Checks Comes to an End
Ryanair has blasted the European Commission’s decision to end summer relief for full biometric passport checks under the bloc’s so-called ‘Entry / Exit System’ (ESS), saying that malfunctioning kiosks and staffing shortages are still plaguing the system and leading to long and unpredictable wait times at airports across the continent....
Live and Let’s Fly
Trump Says Bombardier Is Banned From U.S. Sales, But Can He Actually Do That?
President Donald Trump says Bombardier can no longer sell aircraft in the United States unless it starts building them here. That sounds like another sweeping presidential edict delivered by social media, but this one requires a little unpacking: Trump actually does have substantial power to restrict aircraft imports, though a...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Turkish Airlines Secures Record-Breaking £300 Million Front-of-Shirt Sponsorship Deal With Liverpool Football Club
Turkish Airlines has secured ‘front-of-shirt’ sponsorship rights for Liverpool Football Club in a record-breaking £300 million deal that begins at the start of the 2027-28 season and runs for at least five years. Until now, Turkish Airlines has mainly sponsored clubs and sports tournaments much closer to home, so this...
Economy Class & Beyond
Air Arabia adds additional capacity between Sharjah and Bangkok
Air Arabia is layering on additional capacity with plans to add a fourth daily flight between Sharjah and Bangkok from 25 October 2026. The net result will be four flights a day between Sharjah in the UAE and Bangkok, offering 28 flights a week and providing its passengers greater choice and...
One Mile at a Time
Star Alliance To Open New Seoul Incheon Lounge In Former Asiana Space
Star Alliance will open a new lounge at Seoul Incheon Airport in late 2026, taking over the former Asiana Business Lounge as Asiana exits the alliance.
One Mile at a Time
Buy Choice Privileges Points At 40% Off: 0.62 Cents Each, Worth It?
Choice Privileges is offering up to a 40% discount on purchased points, bringing the cost down to 0.62 cents each. Here's whether it's worth buying.
Frequent Miler
What are Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) Leaders Club Points Worth?
Back in 2023, Citi added Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) as a transfer partner, letting Citi Strata Premier (and now Strata Elite) cardholders transfer ThankYou points to Leaders Club. At the time, it didn’t provoke much excitement in the points-and-miles world, probably due to what on the surface looks like...