One Mile at a Time
Understanding The UK Air Passenger Duty (APD), An Expensive Aviation Tax
The United Kingdom has the world’s highest taxes for airline passengers, known as the Air Passenger Duty (APD). In this post, I’d like to look at how the APD works — what is it, how much does it cost, when does it apply, and are there any tricks to minimizing...
Miles To Memories
Rakuten Offering Extra Bonus for Bank of America Cards
Rakuten is offering an extra bonus when you apply for two no-fee Bank of America credit cards. Earn up to $150 or 15,000 points.
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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Passengers Stranded in Newfoundland For Two Days On Way to Houston Will Be Flown All The Way Back to London
Hundreds of British Airways passengers who have been stranded in the remote Canadian province of Newfoundland for nearly two days will be flown back to London rather than continuing to their intended destination of Houston, Texas, after their plane diverted due to a medical emergency. Mart Mottershead, who was one...
Live and Let’s Fly
I Flew 10.5 Hours In United 787-9 Basic Economy In Seat 56F
Hello from London, where my kids and I are chilling in the Lufthansa Lounge after a 10.5-hour flight from Los Angeles to London on a United Airlines 787-9 in row 56…the penultimate row on the aircraft. United Airlines 787-9 In “Deep Coach” – First Impressions For the first time ever...
One Mile at a Time
Lucrative Air France-KLM Flying Blue Paid Status Match Promotion
For quite some time, Air France-KLM Flying Blue has been offering a paid status match promotion. This status match has long had residency requirements for eligibility, and that continues to be the case. The good news is that we’ve just seen the list of eligible countries expanded, and it now...
One Mile at a Time
Would You Fly Through Middle East Hubs Like Dubai Or Doha Right Now? I’m Torn…
Earlier, I posed the question of whether Gulf carriers will ever make a full recovery from the current conflict in the Middle East, and if so, how long it will take. I’ve also addressed the topic of what to do if you have a ticket booked on a Gulf carrier,...
TravelUpdate
American Express Platinum Card Retention Offer, Account Shutdowns, Marriott Bonvoy Change & More…
An American Express Platinum Card Retention offer, new wave of account shutdowns and more as we recap top stories from the month of March.
View from the Wing
Senior United Flight Attendants To Earn Over $101 An Hour — New Pay Rates Leak Before Contract Release
Senior United flight attendants are on track to earn more than $101 an hour under the union’s newly endorsed contract — and the pay rates leaked online before most crew have even seen the full agreement. The union’s leadership voted unanimously to send the deal to members, but the biggest...
View from the Wing
United Is Building Two Of The Worlds Largest Lounges — Internal Presentation Shows How Hub Spending Will Drive Its Next Profit Leap
United Airlines is planning two of the worlds largest airport lounges in Houston and Washington Dulles while also laying groundwork for a return to New York JFK. An internal presentation makes clear these projects are not just about nicer terminals — they are part of a broader strategy to turn...
View from the Wing
Passengers Keep Stealing From Carry-On Bags On Hong Kong Flights — But Cabin Cameras Still Aren’t Standard
Passengers are still being caught going through other people’s carry-on bags on flights into Hong Kong, especially on short Southeast Asia routes, yet the obvious solution many travelers imagine — cameras watching the cabin — still is not standard airline practice.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
You Can Now View TSA Checkpoint Wait Times Directly in the United Airlines Mobile App At These Seven Airports
United Airlines has rolled out yet another new feature in its award-winning mobile app, this time adding estimated TSA checkpoint wait times at seven of its biggest hub airports for both the standard security lane and TSA PreCheck. While TSA officers are finally getting paid, the partial government shutdown affecting...
Miles To Memories
Gas Discount for Amazon Prime Members, Save 20 Cents/Gallon Every Friday Through May 29
Amazon is running a Fuel-up Fridays promotion for Prime members. From April 3 through May 29, members can save a total of $0.20 per gallon on one fuel purchase made each Friday.
View from the Wing
Citi Strata Elite Looks Premium — But The Real Value Is 75,000 Points And Faster American Airlines Miles
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 $1,200 in the first year, and its points now transfer to American Airlines AAdvantage.
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Inter lança parcelamento de compras internacionais com taxa zero na Global Account
O Banco Inter anunciou uma funcionalidade na Global Account, com o parcelamento de compras internacionais acima de US$ 100 em até 4 vezes com taxa zero. O recurso, disponível para todos os segmentos, utiliza inteligência artificial para identificar transações elegíveis diretamente na fatura aberta. A novidade chega acompanhada de produtos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Hospede-se em hotéis ibis no Rio de Janeiro com diárias a partir de R$ 211
Bateu aquela vontade de curtir as férias no calor do Rio de Janeiro sem estourar o orçamento? No artigo de hoje, confira hotéis ibis com diárias a partir de R$ 211. Não perca tempo, reserve e aproveite com conforto. Hotéis baratos no Rio de Janeiro Abaixo você confere nossa sugestão...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite a Campanha Universo Ourocard e garanta recompensas exclusivas
O Banco do Brasil está com a Campanha Universo Ourocard, válida até 31 de janeiro de 2027, oferecendo diversas oportunidades e benefícios exclusivos para titulares dos cartões Ourocard em parceria com empresas selecionadas. Confira abaixo como participar e aproveitar! Campanha Universo Ourocard A campanha busca engajar e premiar os clientes...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Como conseguir isenção de anuidade do cartão GOL Smiles Banco do Brasil?
Clientes dos cartões de crédito GOL Smiles emitidos pelo Banco do Brasil podem zerar a anuidade de forma automática. Para isso, basta atingir uma meta mensal de gastos. A oferta vale até setembro de 2026. Confira os detalhes. Como funciona a isenção O desconto é aplicado automaticamente na fatura seguinte, desde...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Mercado Livre liberou dois cupons oferecendo até R$ 60 OFF
O Mercado Livre acaba de liberar dois novos cupons, em que oferece aos seus clientes até R$ 60 de desconto em produtos selecionados. Aproveite já, pois os cupons do Mercado Livre costumam acabar rápido. Cupons Mercado Livre Produtos selecionados No momento, há um cupom disponível para produtos selecionados: COMPRAHOJE –...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Qatar Airways amplia malha e prevê voos para mais de 120 destinos até maio
A Qatar Airways atualizou sua programação e prevê voar para mais de 120 destinos até maio de 2026. A operação segue com restrições e inclui retomadas graduais em várias regiões até junho. Passageiros devem acompanhar atualizações, já que voos ainda podem sofrer alterações. Qatar Airways amplia operação e revisa programação...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Porto Bank oferece até mil reais em cashback para clientes selecionados
O Porto Bank oferece até R$ 1.000 em cashback em uma campanha promocional válida até maio de 2026. A ação é direcionada a clientes selecionados e prevê crédito em fatura para quem cumprir metas específicas de gastos com o cartão de crédito. A campanha é parte de uma ação interna...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! Assine o Sam’s Club com 30% de desconto e ganhe R$ 50 OFF na primeira compra
O Sam’s Club trouxe de volta sua oferta exclusiva para os leitores do Pontos pra Voar, em que oferece 30% de desconto na assinatura anual. Além disso, você ganha um desconto de R$ 50 na primeira compra. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes. Sam’s Club O Sam’s Club hoje é...
Germany
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GHA Discovery Titanium Status für 150 USD kaufen! Bis 06.04.!
Einen GHA Discovery Titanium Status holen … GHA Discovery hat für Ewigkeiten einen sehr guten Status Match laufen…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 2 de abril de 2026
A edição do Radar PPV desta quinta-feira está no ar! A seguir, confira todas as ofertas que nossa equipe encontrou na véspera de feriado. Radar PPV A Livelo está oferecendo 76.000 pontos bônus no upgrade para o Clube Mega. Também está oferecendo 10.000 pontos bônus na adesão do Clube Classic....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Transforme seu câmbio em milhas: AstroPay oferece até 10.000 milhas LATAM Pass na primeira conversão
Agora o seu câmbio pode trabalhar a favor das suas próximas viagens! A parceria da AstroPay com o LATAM Pass chega em bom momento para quem está planejando uma viagem ao exterior.  A AstroPay, conhecida pela sua proposta de IOF zero, acaba de se unir ao LATAM Pass para oferecer...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupo de promoções do PPV: produtos mais baratos, cupons, acúmulo de milhas e mais!
Entre para o grupo de promoções do PPV e receba ofertas de desconto em produtos, cashback e milhas extras. Além disso, o grupo é aberto para tirar dúvidas e você pode aprender mais sobre viagens, economia e muito mais, pagando o equivalente a R$ 19,62/mês no plano anual à vista....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Páscoa na Assist Card: contrate o seguro viagem com 50% OFF em todos os planos
Planejando sua próxima viagem? O seguro viagem é um dos itens essenciais para isso. Pensando nisso, a Assist Card lançou uma oferta em comemoração à Páscoa, oferecendo 50% de desconto em todos os planos para viagens de até 30 dias. Sala VIP W Premium Os clientes Assist Card que adquirirem os planos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
App da United agora exibe tempo de fila de segurança em aeroportos
A United lançou uma nova função no app que mostra o tempo estimado de fila na segurança dos aeroportos. O recurso já está disponível nos principais hubs da companhia nos EUA e indica a espera em filas comuns e no TSA PreCheck. A proposta é dar mais previsibilidade ao passageiro...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Livelo oferece até 56% de desconto na compra de pontos
A Livelo lançou uma nova campanha em que os clientes do clube podem comprar pontos com até 56% de desconto. A oferta é válida até domingo, dia 5 de abril, e você confere a seguir todas as regras e condições para decidir se vale a pena participar. Compra de pontos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul vai distribuir 28 mil chocolates em voos durante a Páscoa
Entre os dias 3 e 5 de abril, passageiros de voos da Azul que partem de Campinas terão uma experiência temática de Páscoa a bordo, com a distribuição de mais de 28 mil chocolates e o sorteio de ovos durante as viagens para 11 destinos no país. Azul vai distribuir...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Conheça o Rio de Janeiro a partir de 2.600 pontos no Azul Fidelidade
No Alerta PPV de hoje, o destaque vai para o Rio de Janeiro! Encontramos oportunidades de emissão a partir de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite para garantir sua viagem para a Cidade Maravilhosa pagando pouco! Passagens para o Rio de Janeiro com pontos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Marriott e Ethiopian Airlines integram programas de fidelidade
A Ethiopian Airlines firmou parceria com o Marriott Bonvoy para integrar seus programas de fidelidade. Agora, clientes podem converter milhas em pontos de hotel e vice-versa, além de escolher como acumular benefícios em hospedagens. A iniciativa amplia opções de uso e conecta voos a uma rede global de hotéis. Programas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Vai piorar! TAP irá reajustar a tabela fixa com aumento de até 122% saindo do Brasil
Não pensou que ia curtir o feriado sem uma má notícia, não é mesmo? Infelizmente, a TAP anunciou que irá reajustar sua tabela fixa no mês de maio. Desta vez, o aumento para voos envolvendo o Brasil chega à casa dos surpreendentes 122%! Confira os detalhes a seguir. Reajuste na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
GOL expande operação em Salvador com 44 novos voos semanais
A GOL Linhas Aéreas anunciou a criação de um segundo banco de conexões no Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador (SSA), ampliando a oferta de voos e reforçando o papel da capital baiana como um dos principais pontos de distribuição da companhia no Nordeste. A nova estrutura entra em operação no segundo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos para Porto Alegre a partir de 3.414 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas
Está planejando uma viagem para o Rio Grande do Sul? Na edição do Alerta de Passagens PPV de hoje, trouxemos trechos para Porto Alegre para você emitir gastando a partir de 3.414 milhas + taxas. A seguir, veja as datas e aproveite. Trechos para Porto Alegre com milhas LATAM Pass...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Qatar Airways retoma voos diários para o Brasil
Após semanas de instabilidade, a Qatar Airways vai voltar a operar voos diários no Brasil na rota entre São Paulo e Doha. A frequência havia sido reduzida diante de restrições recentes, e agora começa a ser restabelecida gradualmente, embora a programação ainda permaneça sujeita a ajustes. A Qatar Airways vai...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles oferece trechos nacionais a partir de 4.300 milhas + taxas
No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades de emissão para diversos destinos nacionais a partir de 4.300 milhas Smiles + taxas, com saídas de diferentes origens. Confira a lista que separamos a seguir. Passagens nacionais com milhas Smiles Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada no momento...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Amex anuncia novos Centurion Lounges
A American Express anunciou ontem (1º) seus planos de expansão da rede premium Centurion Lounge nos aeroportos. Atualmente com 32 unidades, a iniciativa prevê a abertura de novos espaços e a modernização de lounges já existentes, ampliando a experiência oferecida aos portadores de cartão. A American Express anunciou a ampliação...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Senator Demands Return of Removal of Shoes at Airport Security Checkpoints
One senator of the United States outright demands that the removal of shoes at security checkpoints of airports throughout the United States return immediately, as a “new security vulnerability” has been created. The senator is...
Hawaii Calling
Your Complete Guide To Visiting Pearl Harbor (2026)
I see this question all the time: what are the must-do activities in Hawai‘i? And almost every time, visiting Pearl Harbor is at the top of the list—and for good reason. But once you start planning your visit, things can get confusing fast. Between the USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor...

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Read the latest reviews for road warriors and frequent flyers.

Frequent Miler
Capital One DoorDash Offer: Earn up to 14,000 miles for one order
Capital One is targeting many cardholders with some incredible offers when making a DoorDash purchase. These are available through Capital One Offers (not to be confused with the Capital One Shopping portal) and seem to vary between 5,000-14,000 miles after making only one order through DoorDash. I was targeted for...
The Bulkhead Seat
Senator Demands TSA Reverse “Shoes-On” Screening Policy Amid Security Concerns
A  key US senator called on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to immediately reverse…
Miles To Memories
United Bags & Airfare Are Increasing, But In A Sly Way
United Airlines has shared two updates today and both of them will likely end up costing you more the next time you fly.
One Mile at a Time
Review: Porter Airlines PorterReserve Embraer E195-E2 (FLL-YUL)
For the first segment of my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I flew Porter Airlines’ PorterReserve product on the 3hr15min flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Montreal (YUL).
Economy Class & Beyond
SUM Air signs for four new ATR Aircraft
SUM Air, a regional carrier based in South Korea, has opened its wallet to purchase new ATR Aircraft. The airline has placed an order for four brand‑new ATR 72‑600 aircraft, along with four additional purchase rights, with deliveries scheduled from 2028. The agreement was signed during the France–Korea bilateral economic forum held in Seoul, attended...
Points With a Crew
Messing Up A Cathay Pacific Award Flight (And How I Changed It For Free)
I attempted to book a Cathay Pacific award flight but made a big mistake when booking it. Instead of paying 7500 miles or $50, I was able to change it for free.
Live and Let’s Fly
As TSA Officers Languish, Friends And Family Of DHS Officials Rake In Millions Of Dollars In No-Bid Contracts
I’ve shied away from commenting on inherently divisive political matters because it is not good for the business model, but I’m making an exception here. As Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers continue to work without full pay, a story of graft and corruption at the Department Homeland Security (DHS) shows...
One Mile at a Time
Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Card: The Most Lucrative Premium Airline Card?
Link:Learn about the best credit cards for Alaska Atmos Rewards
Your Mileage May Vary
Petty Revenge At 35,000 Feet: One Passenger Had Enough—And Got Their Seatmate Fired
Airplane etiquette isn’t complicated. Don’t take up more space than you need, don’t be obnoxiously loud—and maybe don’t ruin an entire cabin’s flight experience. Unfortunately, not everyone got that memo.…
View from the Wing
First Class Passenger Next To Bernie Sanders Downgraded To Coach Middle — Then An Aide Took The Seat
A passenger seated next to Bernie Sanders in first class was reportedly moved back to a coach middle seat on a Delta flight to Minneapolis — and someone from the senator’s team was later seen in the original seat.
Frequent Miler
Amex Business Platinum Card® welcome offer is now “as high as” 300K bonus points
In recent weeks/months, there have been sporadic appearances of an “as high as” 300K bonus point welcome offer for the Business Platinum Card® from American Express. That’s shown up sometimes on referral links, in mailers, and even on Google when searching for things completely unrelated to credit cards. The good...
Miles To Memories
How I Burned 3 Amex Airline Incidental Credits In Minutes
I share my experience using Delta Amex Airline Incidental Credits in rapid succession and blowing through 3 credits in a matter of minutes.
From Home and Back
Double Check Your Travel Geography Before Booking
Several years ago, a distressed passenger sued British Airways over confusion over travel geography. He thought he booked… The post Double Check Your Travel Geography Before Booking appeared first on From Home and Back.
One Mile at a Time
Hawaiian Airlines Pilots Have To Shave Their Beards, Ending Rare Exception
Hawaiian Airlines pilots with beards will have to shave them off, and some aren’t too happy about that, as reported by AirlineGeeks…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Beloved Maryland Woman Died On Korean Air When Flight Attendants Didn’t Attach Oxygen Mask to O₂ Bottle During Medical Emergency
A beloved member of the Silver Spring community in Maryland who worked as a Safety Specialist at the U.S. Department of Defense tragically died in the final hours of an ultra-long-haul flight from Washington Dulles to Seoul, South Korea, when flight attendants failed to attach an oxygen mask to the...
Points Miles and Bling
The Growing Case for Cashback Cards
The truth is, a fair bit of effort is required to actually redeem your miles and points for saver award…
TravelUpdate
American Express Canada Supplementary Card Offers
Supplementary cards are often overlooked — but from time to time, American Express is famous for rolling out…
View from the Wing
Key Senate Aviation Democrat Demands TSA Bring Back Shoe Removal — That’s Dangerous Security Theater
A key Senate aviation Democrat wants TSA to make Americans take their shoes off again at security checkpoints, reviving one of the most visible rituals of post-9/11 airport screening even though there is no clear evidence the policy ever stopped another plot. It's a distraction when the agency still misses...
Live from a Lounge
Alaska Airlines Buy Miles with up to 100% Bonus Miles
Alaska Airlines has a new Buy Miles Promotion through May 2, 2026. You can get Alaska Miles with up to a 100% bonus to redeem on oneworld member airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, British Airways and many other airlines at reasonable prices.
Live and Let’s Fly
Southwest Passenger Says Airline Canceled Her Ticket After Agent Said She Was Too Big For One Seat, Demanded $450
A Nashville woman says Southwest Airlines canceled her ticket after she refused to purchase a second seat under the carrier’s new “customer of size” policy. Woman Says Southwest Canceled Her Ticket Over New Size Policy Ruby Cosby says the incident occurred on February 28, 2026 as she attempted to board...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Miles and Points On Sale — April 3 2026
Sometimes you need an infusion of miles or points to your membership account for whatever reason — perhaps to have enough to redeem for a limited time award as one example — and the best time to purchase or gift miles or points is when they are on sale, as...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards: Receive up to a 100% bonus when you buy points
The next buy points bonus for Alaska Airlines new Atmos Rewards program is here and it’s a decent one. This bonus awards up to 100% more points until May 2, 2026. With a 100% bonus you’ll be buying Mileage Plan miles at 1.88 US cents. If you get the 90%...
Frequent Miler
United MileagePlus makes huge changes to earning and redeeming miles
There’s an oft-repeated joke in travel circles that goes something like this: “Want to know what United is planning for next year? Look at what Delta did last year.” Yesterday, United MileagePlus made significant changes to how its members earn and redeem miles. Essentially, it is following Delta’s lead in...
Monkey Miles
70% Transfer Bonus – Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG One Rewards
Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to IHG One Rewards with up to a 70% transfer bonus