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Alaska and Hawaiian Join the Bag Fee Increases — What Travelers Need to Know
Airline fees have been creeping up across the industry, but recently things have started to accelerate—and not in a good way for travelers. Alaska Airlines has announced a checked baggage fee increase that now also applies to Hawaiian Airlines, following their purchase. This move brings both airlines more in line...
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Free Checked Bags via Credit Card Complete Guide
Many airline credit cards offer free checked bags to cardholders. However, the details vary a lot by airline. Are international flights included? How about the bags of companions on the same reservation? Do you have to pay for the flight with the airline credit card? Find answers about free checked...
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Why Flying Through Europe Feels So Confusing (It’s Not Just You)
If you’re used to flying within the U.S., the rules are pretty straightforward:Domestic flight? No passport.International flight? Passport. Then you fly through Europe… and suddenly none of that logic seems…
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Man Caught Stealing From Passenger Hand Luggage On Flight to Pittsburgh After He Was Spotted Vaping in Bathroom
A man was only caught stealing from other passengers’ hand luggage on a flight from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh after he drew attention to himself when he started to vape in the bathroom. Jaymer Ferrell, 23, of Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to one count of theft on an aircraft after...
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90K Bilt points through welcome bonuses
Until recently, there weren’t many opportunities to earn many Bilt points through welcome bonuses. People previously earned Bilt points primarily through credit card spend, rewards for paying rent, and shopping or dining with Bilt’s partners. Two big developments have changed all that. First, with the rollout of Bilt 2.0, Bilt...
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Malicious Compliance: When a Boss’s “Lowest Fare” Rule Backfired Spectacularly
When a higher-up demands the “lowest possible fare, lowest possible rate” as a cost-cutting measure, it’s supposed to apply to everyone—including the person who made the rule. A Reddit user…
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American Makes Basic Economy Much Worse, Especially For AAdvantage Elites
In the past couple of weeks, we’ve seen most US airlines hike checked bag fees, in an effort to increase revenue during a very challenging time (due to high oil prices). American has just matched those checked bag fee increases, but is taking it to the next level, and is...
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American Airlines Is Stripping Elite Benefits From Basic Economy — You No Longer Have Status, You’re Just Your Fare
American Airlines is not just raising bag fees. Basic economy fares matter to elites because business travelers are also leisure travelers, and they're also stripping away some of the most important status benefits on these fares.
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American Airlines Flight Delayed Because Pilot Was In Line At Starbucks…That’s How Bad AA Coffee Is
Airlines delay flights for all kinds of reasons…weather, maintenance, late inbound aircraft. But a pilot stuck in line at Starbucks? American Airlines Flight Delayed Because Pilot Was In Starbucks Line A reader of View From The Wing shares a story of an American Airlines flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Liberia...
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Delta CEO Predicts Multiple Airline Mergers, Says They’ll All Benefit Delta
Airline consolidation has been a big topic of conversation in recent times. We’ve recently learned that JetBlue is reportedly looking to be acquired, and we’ve even seen the Transportation Secretary talk about how ”Trump loves to see big deals.”
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Europe’s New Entry/Exit System Goes Fully Live This Week
Europe’s long-awaited Entry/Exit System is now fully operational and with it a shift in…
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta SkyMiles Sale To Malta Is Surprisingly Good, Even In Delta One
Delta Air Lines is offering a limited-time SkyMiles award sale to one of my favorite destinations in Europe…and it’s a good one. Delta SkyMiles Sale To Malta Is A Great Excuse To Visit One Of Europe’s Best Islands For a limited time, Delta is discounting award travel to Malta for...
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‘Making Us A Target’: Woman Gets On Plane. Then She Realizes What The Plane Looks Like
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Los Angeles Woman Plans Summer Euro-Trip With Best Friend. Then Her Friend Does The ‘Ultimate Betrayal’: ‘You’re Too Calm Actually’
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‘We Lasted 20 Minutes’: Woman Books Cheap Airbnb In St. Louis. Then She Finds A Room So ‘Creepy’ She Flees To A Hotel
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‘Someone Should Make A Horror Movie Based On This Story’: Woman Checks Into Florida Airbnb. Then She Notices Mysterious Stains On The Floor Throughout The House
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Woman Takes Royal Caribbean Cruise. On The Second Day, She’s The Victim Of A Crime: ‘I Would Lose My Mind’
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Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 9 de abril de 2026
A edição do Radar PPV desta quinta-feira está no ar! Hoje, muitas campanhas estão chegando ao fim. Contudo, tivemos diversas novas ofertas. Veja todos os detalhes a seguir. Radar PPV A Smiles está oferecendo até 80% de bônus na transferência de todos os parceiros, exceto Esfera. Pensando em transferir seus...
Brazil
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Grupo de Promoções PPV – Fique por dentro de cupons, ofertas e milhas para economizar mais
Chegou a hora de economizar de verdade e viajar mais! Venha fazer parte do Grupo de Promoções do Pontos Pra Voar e receba ofertas de produtos com desconto, cashback e oportunidades de milhas extras. Você também pode tirar dúvidas e aprender mais sobre esse mundo das viagens, pagando o equivalente a...
Brazil
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Temporada de inverno! Passagens de ida e volta para a Argentina e Chile a partir de R$ 1.700 na LATAM
Quer aproveitar a temporada de inverno na Argentina ou no Chile? A LATAM está com passagens de ida e volta a partir de R$ 1.769 para voos nos próximos meses. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes e aproveite. Passagens internacionais LATAM Garantir as suas passagens internacionais com a LATAM é...
Brazil
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Passagens da Cabo Verde Airlines para Recife já estão à venda
A Cabo Verde Airlines antecipou o início das vendas da rota Recife–Praia e já disponibiliza passagens em seu site. Neste primeiro momento, os voos aparecem com apenas uma frequência semanal em cada sentido, com estreia marcada para maio. As passagens para os voos diretos entre Recife e Praia, em Cabo...
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‌Azul Viagens oferece 15% de desconto em hotéis e carros com pontos ou reais
Em comemoração ao seu aniversário, o Azul Viagens está oferecendo aos seus clientes 15% de desconto na reserva de hotéis e aluguel de carro, válido para pagamentos com pontos ou reais. Confira a seguir os detalhes desta promoção, válida até o dia 14 de abril. Azul Viagens com 15% OFF...
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Wyndham inaugura hotel à beira-mar em Natal
A Wyndham Hotels & Resorts inaugurou o Wyndham Natal Pitangui Praia, sua primeira unidade à beira-mar no Rio Grande do Norte. Fruto de um investimento de R$ 70 milhões do GR Group, o hotel conta com 128 quartos com varanda e foco no lazer familiar. A abertura reforça a estratégia...
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Tem vídeo novo no YouTube: Veja como reversar hotéis com desconto usando pontos Azul Fidelidade
Tem vídeo novo do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube! Na hora de viajar, escolher uma boa hospedagem é essencial. E você, já pensou em reservar hotéis com desconto e economizar ainda mais na sua viagem? Então não deixe de conferir o vídeo da nossa editora Laís Roani, que mostra como...
Brazil
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Avianca aposta em mais de 600 mil assentos para a Copa do Mundo
A Avianca anunciou um reforço em sua operação para atender à demanda gerada pela Copa do Mundo de 2026, que será realizada nos Estados Unidos, México e Canadá. A companhia vai oferecer mais de 3.000 voos e cerca de 600 mil assentos, conectando torcedores a 10 das 16 cidades-sede do...
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Lufthansa Group streicht auf ausgewählten Strecken jegliche kostenlose Rückerstattung = Flex Tarif ist nur mehr eingeschränkt Flex
Bei Flex Tarifen nun auf die Bedingungen aufpassen … Die derzeitigen Friktionen in der Luftfahrt führen nun bei…
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles oferece trechos para os Estados Unidos a partir de 55.500 milhas
Partiu dar um pulinho nos EUA? No Alerta PPV de hoje, nossa equipe encontrou boas oportunidades para os Estados Unidos a partir de 55.500 milhas Smiles + taxas, com saídas de diferentes origens. Confira a lista que separamos a seguir e aproveite! Passagens para os Estados Unidos com milhas Smiles...
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LATAM mira novos destinos no Brasil com chegada do E195-E2
Com a chegada do E195-E2, a LATAM passa a olhar com mais atenção para mercados que antes ficavam fora do mapa — seja por demanda limitada, seja por restrições operacionais — abrindo espaço para uma expansão mais capilar da malha aérea no Brasil. A chegada dos primeiros Embraer E195-E2 à...
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Hotéis com piscina no interior de São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 211
Não perca a chance de relaxar. Você merece um tempo só seu! No artigo de hoje, separamos uma seleção de hotéis com piscina no interior de São Paulo, com diárias a partir de R$ 211. Veja as opções a seguir e garanta sua estadia agora mesmo. Hotéis com piscina no...
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Mais uma! American Airlines aumenta tarifas de bagagem e endurece regras da Basic Economy
A American Airlines passou a cobrar mais caro pelas bagagens e restringiu ainda mais sua tarifa mais básica — movimentos que acompanham uma rápida escalada de custos no setor aéreo. A American Airlines voltou a mexer em dois pontos sensíveis para o passageiro: o custo de bagagem e as regras...
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Compartilhando Emissões: Bangkok para Helsinki voando Finnair em classe executiva
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 em família de Bangkok para Helsinki, para três passageiros, em classe executiva, voando com a Finnair e utilizando avios do programa British...
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W Premium anuncia nova sala VIP no Aeroporto de Belo Horizonte
A W Premium anuncia nova sala VIP no Aeroporto de Belo Horizonte, ampliando a oferta de lounges no terminal doméstico de Confins e reforçando a disputa por clientes que valorizam conforto e conveniência antes do embarque. A novidade marca a estreia do grupo no maior aeroporto de Minas Gerais. O...
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos pelo Brasil a partir de 4.631 milhas LATAM Pass
Pensando na próxima viagem? Então comece o planejamento por aqui! Chegou a hora de usar suas milhas. No artigo de hoje, selecionamos trechos pelo Brasil a partir de 4.631 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Confira e aproveite. Passagens pelo Brasil com milhas LATAM Pass Atenção: A busca dessas emissões foi realizada...
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Último dia! Abra sua conta na AstroPay e ganhe 5 milhas LATAM Pass por dólar ou euro
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar essa campanha imperdível da parceria entre a AstroPay o LATAM Pass, onde é possível transformar suas conversões de moeda em milhas!  A AstroPay, conhecida pela sua proposta de IOF zero, acaba de se unir ao LATAM Pass para oferecer até 5 milhas por...
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Smiles oferece até 80% de bônus na transferência de pontos com parceiros
A Smiles está oferecendo aos seus clientes até 80% de bônus na transferência de pontos com todos os parceiros, exceto Esfera. A oferta é válida apenas hoje, dia 9 de abril, e você confere todos os detalhes abaixo. Promoção Smiles e parceiros Nesta campanha de transferências de pontos a bonificação...
Brazil
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Pane no controle aéreo suspende voos em Congonhas e Guarulhos
Uma falha elétrica no sistema de controle de tráfego aéreo provocou a suspensão temporária de pousos e decolagens na região de São Paulo na manhã desta quinta-feira (9), afetando os aeroportos de Congonhas e Guarulhos, além de gerar efeito cascata em outros aeroportos. Falha no controle aéreo suspende operações em...
Brazil
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Destinos pelo Brasil a partir de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Que tal explorar um novo destino no precinho? No Alerta PPV de hoje, selecionamos destinos pelo brasil a partir de de 2.600 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas. Confira a lista completa e aproveite para garantir sua próxima viagem! Passagens com pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira na tabela a seguir trechos a...
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Novo sistema de entrada na Europa causa filas maiores nos aeroportos
Com a promessa de agilizar o processo, o início do novo sistema de entrada na Europa tem causado filas nos aeroportos. A Europa vive um momento não muito agradável em seus principais terminais devido à implementação total do Sistema de Entrada e Saída (EES), que exige o registro biométrico de...
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O Mercado Livre começou o dia com mais um novo cupom!
O Mercado Livre acaba de soltar mais um novo cupom para alegrar a nossa manhã, 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...
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Acaba hoje! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos Livelo
Hoje é o último dia para participar da promoção do Azul Fidelidade em parceria com a Livelo, que oferece aos seus clientes até 120% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Abaixo, veja os principais detalhes e aproveite. Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Livelo Para esta campanha, a bonificação está estruturada da seguinte...
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35% BONUS bei Choice Privileges Punktesale = günstiges Skandinavien
Über den Choice Privileges Punktekauf günstig in Hotels schlafen … Choice Privileges hat einen Punktesale laufen. Derzeit gibt…
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Bagpocolypse: American, Alaska, United, Delta, and Southwest all raise checked bag fees
Earlier this week, JetBlue announced it would raise the fees it charges for checked bags “due to the rising cost of fuel.” We anticipated that all major US carriers would eventually follow in short order, similar to what happened in 2020, the last time bag fees went up across the...
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I’m In: Delta Launches Limited-Time Award Sale to Malta for Summer Travel
Delta Air Lines is giving travelers a new reason to plan a Mediterranean getaway…

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Get An Easy $50 From Rakuten (Deal Extended!)
If you don't have a Rakuten account, sign up and get an easy $50 by signing up and spending at least $50 (including on gift cards to many retailers!) in the first 90 days.
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This Country Still Requires Shoes to Be Removed at Airport Security Checkpoints
This country still requires shoes to be removed at security checkpoints at its airports — which caught me by surprise, as I was unaware that this was policy and procedure. The country is...
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A Seagull Stole Our Snack in Japan—Turns Out There’s a Weird Way to Stop That
A travel mishap, some unexpected science, and a trick that might actually keep birds away from your food. If you’ve ever eaten outdoors while traveling, you might already know where…
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TopCashback: Earn $25 bonus when you join & earn $10
If you’ve never signed up for TopCashback (TCB), now is a great time to do it, as the shopping portal is offering an increased bonus for Frequent Miler readers: $25 in bonus cashback when you join and earn $10 cashback within the first 180 days. That’s not the highest signup...
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Amex Resets Referrals & Card Limits, Delta Credits May Be Dead & An Easy $300?
Huge changes at Amex, the death of a credit, limits reset & a couple of easy money offers worth grabbing.
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Turkish Airlines Suddenly Ousts Its Chairman And CEO — Succession Looks Politically Orchestrated
Turkish Airlines has abruptly replaced both its chairman and CEO despite strong financial results and no public scandal, framing the exits as retirements while offering little real explanation. The succession appears to have been arranged at a high political level, but the choice of an insider commercial CEO and finance-focused...
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NEW ZEALAND: Top of the South Island, what we did and ate in Picton, Havelock and Blenheim
We had three nights/four days at the Picton Waterfront Apartments, and were mainly interested in rest and relaxation. We also did a little sightseeing, and winery wining and dining. This post is a short summary of some of those activities. Hope it gives you an idea of what you can...
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Flying Blue status match for US residents
Air France / KLM Flying Blue is out with a status match opportunity for US residents. While we’ve seen Flying Blue offer a status match for customers in other countries, One Mile at a Time reports that this is now available again for residents of the US and Canada. Unfortunately,...
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Luxury Oahu 7 Day Itinerary (2026)
I’ve lived on Oahu most of my life, and if you’re looking to experience the island at a higher level, this is exactly how I would plan a luxury 7-day trip. Oahu can be as laid-back or as indulgent as you want it to be, but when you combine five-star...
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Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Hotel Review (connecting rooms)
I recently returned from a trip to Honolulu - here is my Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach hotel review, including info on wifi, food, rooms, amenities, cost and more
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The Truth About AMEX’s “Cancel For Any Reason” Flight Coverage
American Express has a way to cancel a flight for any reason and still get some of your money back—but it’s more like “Cancel For Any Reason (lite)” than full-blown…
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GHA DISCOVERY: 2x D$ eligible stays at all hotels across Europe and North America (April 9 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today’s bonus offer highlight is an excellent offer from GHA DISCOVERY that offers 2x D$ on stays at all their hotels in North America and Europe. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The Bonus Offer Highlight: GHA DISCOVERY Earn 2x D$ on eligible stays at all GHA...
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Is Chase Pay Yourself Back Now More Important Than Ever?
I kick around the question, is Chase pay yourself back worth it? And why it may be worth it more now than ever. Let me know your thoughts.
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(Ends Monday) Venture Rewards 75K welcome offer now also includes $250 Capital One Travel credit
Update 4/9/26: This increased welcome offer for the Venture Rewards card will end next Monday, on April 13, 2026. This is currently the best offer available for any Capital One personal card and ranks #4 overall on our Best Offers page for consumer card first-year value. If you’re interested in...
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Exclusive: Interactive List of Hilton Resort Credit Eligible Properties
Whenever I look at the official list of resort properties which are eligible to be booked with the resort credit of $200.00 for people who have the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire card, what bothers me is no locations are included in the list — so I created an exclusive...
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Get up to 10% back at Kroger brands with new Chase Offer
One of my favorite Chase Offers is back, offering either 5% or 10% back at Kroger’s various brands. My Chase cards have the 10% version of the offer, while my wife’s have 5%. In both cases, the cashback is limited to $90 in spend, but we each have it on...
The Bulkhead Seat
Natasha Lyonne Removed From Delta Flight After Failing to Follow Crew Instructions
An incident aboard a Delta Air Lines flight departing Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)…
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines Venezuela Flights Resume, After Seven-Year Hiatus
Several weeks ago, American Airlines vaguely announced plans to resume flights to Venezuela, though stopped short of providing details about which route would be introduced, and when. There’s now an update, as the airline has just formally announced when it plans to launch flights, though there’s still a lot of...
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Delta SkyMiles Sale To Malta Is Surprisingly Good, Even In Delta One
Delta Air Lines is offering a limited-time SkyMiles award sale to one of my favorite destinations in Europe…and it’s a good one. Delta SkyMiles Sale To Malta Is A Great Excuse To Visit One Of Europe’s Best Islands For a limited time, Delta is discounting award travel to Malta for...
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American Airlines Is Stripping Elite Benefits From Basic Economy — You No Longer Have Status, You’re Just Your Fare
American Airlines is not just raising bag fees. Basic economy fares matter to elites because business travelers are also leisure travelers, and they're also stripping away some of the most important status benefits on these fares.
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Earn 2x ALL Rewards points for stays at Accor & Fairmont Hotels in the Americas
It’s back! ALL Accor Live Limitless members can earn 2x ALL Rewards points for stays at participating locations in North and Central America plus the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro. Members simply need to register for the offer prior to booking and completing their stays. With the bonus members will earn...
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An Airline Joked About Banning Bare Feet—Now Passengers Want It to Be Real
A joke policy struck a nerve—and revealed something surprising about airline rules. For a few hours, airline passengers thought one carrier had finally done it—they’d banned bare feet on planes.…
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Pack Light or Pay Up as Checked Bags Get More Expensive
Influenced by rising jet fuel costs several major carriers have increased prices, with JetBlue kicking things off about a week ago.
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Don’t Miss The Chase 100,000 Point Ink Business Preferred Bonus
Chase has brought back a 100,000-point bonus on the Ink Business Preferred, giving small-business owners and those of you with a side hustle one of the strongest bank card offers available right now. The card’s $95 annual fee is low for a bonus this large, and the points can be...