Live and Let’s Fly
Dick Cheney’s Funeral Made Me Miss A Better America
I did not expect the funeral of Dick Cheney in Washington, DC this week to stir as much reflection in me as it did. But it did. And perhaps that says as much about our current moment as it does about the man whose life was honored. Reflections On The...
Miles To Memories
On Loyalty – Considering the Latest Hilton Honors Changes
The recent Hilton Honors changes gain most attention for the new top tier elite status. But there's more to it than that. The post On Loyalty – Considering the Latest Hilton Honors Changes appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Should You Splurge On Luggage Or Keep Buying The Cheap Stuff?
There was a time when I didn’t give much thought to my luggage. As long as I could fit my clothes inside and the zipper closed, it was fine. If…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Money With Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2025
You can save money with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals 2025. When I use affiliate links in articles here at The Gate With Brian Cohen, I not only hope to earn money to pay the bills here at its swank headquarters with multiple lounges, endless food and beverages, and...
View from the Wing
Air India Forgot It Owned a Boeing 737 for 13 Years — And Only Discovered It When the Airport Demanded Its Removal
Air India has sold a 43-year-old Boeing 737-200 that sat abandoned at Kolkata airport for more than a decade because the airline had literally forgotten it owned the aircraft. The jet only resurfaced after the airport asked Air India to remove it, revealing how badly the former state-run carrier’s records...
One Mile at a Time
Etihad’s Lowball Compensation For Broken TV & Shower In The Residence
Etihad’s The Residence is probably the most luxurious product in commercial aviation, as it consists of a three room suite. I recently reviewed the experience, and had a fantastic flight. Unfortunately a reader shared a less impressive experience with me, and it sounds like the handling of this by the...
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The Surprisingly Small Things That Can Get Your Global Entry Yanked
Not long ago there were reports that since 2024, there has been an influx of travelers who had had their Global Entry revoked. From visaverge.com: According to internal tallies shared…
One Mile at a Time
Air Traffic Controllers Furious Over $10K “Patriot” Bonus For Perfect Attendance
While I’m sure some people are very happy about this, others are really angry and feel unappreciated, and I don’t blame them…
Frequent Miler
Oura Ring sale for $249: get for $49 + tax with Amex Platinum benefit
Oura has discounted the Oura Ring 4 to $249 for its early Black Friday sale. That means you can pick up one of these for only $49 + tax when stacking with the American Express Platinum Card® benefit. The Deal Buy an Oura Ring 4 for $249. Direct link to...
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt’s Hotel Du Louvre Paris: Solid Old World Hotel, With Lots Of Suites
Duringmy review trip to Bangkok, I had a couple of nights in Paris, where I wanted to check out new hotels. For the first night, I stayed at SAX Paris, Hilton LXR, which was not for me. The second night, I stayed at Hotel du Louvre Paris, Hyatt Unbound Collection....
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Buc-ee’s Isn’t Perfect — Here’s What Has Fans Quietly Losing Their Minds
Established in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee’s has simply exploded over the years. Part gas station, part country store, part electric vehicle charger and, at some locations, part car wash, what…
One Mile at a Time
Why I Decided Against An Air Côte d’Ivoire Side Trip… For Now
Last week, I posed the question of whether I should spend an absolute fortune to fly Air Cte dIvoire for a day. As I explained, on my current review trip, I had a couple of extra days in Europe, and one option was to fly the fascinating Air Cte dIvoire...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Customer Service is More Than a Drink and Recognition.
American Airlines wanted the members of its flight crews to both serve a pre departure beverage and address each passenger by name who was assigned a seat in the premium cabins of its fleet back in November of 2017. That a significant amount of effort was expended on a small...
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Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Resgate passagens pelo Brasil a partir de 2.107 milhas + taxas
A edição do Alerta de passagens PPV deste sábado está no ar! Quer viajar, mas tem poucas milhas? Hoje você confere 12 dicas de passagens pelo Brasil para você emitir gastando a partir de 2.107 milhas + taxas. Vamos aos detalhes! Passagens Nacionais Nessa tabela mesclamos algumas emissões dos três...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Bate-papo PPV: seu grupo gratuito para trocar experiências de viagem e milhas
Está buscando um grupo para trocar ideias, dicas e dúvidas sobre milhas e viagens? Participe do bate-papo do Pontos Pra Voar e aprenda com o grupo a aproveitar cada viagem ao máximo. Bate-papo PPV Para participar de nosso grupo gratuito de Bate Papo é muito fácil, basta acessar o link...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Quer acumular mais pontos? O canal do PPV no YouTube te ensina
Você já parou pra pensar na quantidade de possibilidades que os seus pontos podem te proporcionar? No canal do Pontos Pra Voar no YouTube, você aprende a usar cada um deles de um jeito inteligente. Inscreva-se e descubra um mundo novo de viagens. Pontos pra Voar no YouTube Alguns dos...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Reserve hotéis no Centro-Oeste brasileiro com diárias a partir de R$ 134
Viajando para o Centro-Oeste brasileiro nos próximos meses e ainda não garantiu sua hospedagem? Neste artigo, trouxemos dicas de hotéis da Accor em Brasília, Goiânia, Campo Grande e Cuiabá com diárias a partir de R$ 134. Veja os detalhes a seguir! Sugestão de Hotéis Accor Aqui você encontra as sugestões...
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Ultima Llamada
Black Friday: 50% de Descuento Emitiendo tus Billetes con Avios
Black Friday de Club Vueling con 50% de descuento en vuelos pagados con Avios incluyendo todos los extras.
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Black Friday LEVEL: Desde 119€ por Trayecto en Rutas a USA y Sudamérica
Anticípate al Black Friday de Level y vuela a partir de 119€ en sus rutas a USA y Sudamérica
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Assine o Clube 1.000 da Smiles e receba até 18.500 milhas na hora
Pensando em assinar o clube? Esses são os últimos dias para aproveitar a promoção da Orange Friday da Smiles, onde oferece aos seus clientes 18.500 milhas na hora na adesão ao Clube 1.000 através do app. Para quem assinar pelo site recebem 15.000 milhas na hora. Clube 1.000 Smiles em...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abra sua conta AstroPay e ganhe até US$ 20 de cashback e IOF Zero
Vai viajar para o exterior e ainda não tem uma conta digital global? Aproveite a promoção da AstroPay e ganhe até US$ 20 de cashback na primeira transação ao abrir sua conta usando o código PPVASTROPAY. Além disso, você tem a taxa de IOF zerada pela AstroPay! Até US$ 20 na...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
KLM mantem voos adicionais para São Paulo
A KLM decidiu prorrogar seus dois voos extras entre Amsterdã e São Paulo até fevereiro de 2026, oferecendo assim nove operações semanais entre os dois destinos. Além dos voos diários entre Amsterdã e São Paulo, a KLM manteve duas operações de reforço por semana, originalmente programadas para encerrarem em dezembro,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Estados Unidos priorizarão visto para torcedores na Copa do Mundo de 2026
Os Estados Unidos vão priorizar o visto para torcedores da Copa 2026 com um sistema especial de agendamento chamado FIFA PASS. A medida dá aos fãns com ingressos a chance de marcar entrevista de visto com prioridade antes do torneio. O programa ficará disponível no início de 2026. Quem comprar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Cartões Caixa terão IOF zero garantido em 2026
O IOF Zero nos cartões Caixa segue como um diferencial dos cartões para 2026. A Caixa manteve sua oferta que devolve integralmente o valor do IOF cobrado nas transações internacionais dos cartões Visa Platinum e Visa Infinite. A campanha, que permaneceu ativa em 2025 e tinha prazo de encerramento previsto...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aeroportos do Mato Grosso buscam aumentar o número de voos
O fortalecimento da aviação regional em Mato Grosso do Sul ganha destaque em duas frentes. O crescimento expressivo do Aeroporto Regional de Bonito e o movimento articulado em Corumbá para consolidar voos regulares e permanentes. As duas cidades são importantes para o turismo e desenvolvimento econômico do estado. O crescimento...
China
Duocaish
❤️ 购买 Aeroplan 里程优惠：12/17前赠送100%，2025年加拿大航空官方里程促销活动
加拿大航空属于星空联盟，很多在北美的朋友都喜欢用加航里程兑换各种航班。本页汇总了购买 Aeroplan 里程最 […]
China
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Klook 冬季优惠：冬日滑雪季优惠福利，日本、韩国、中国滑雪专享优惠（2026/2/28前）
每年冬季都是滑雪爱好者的盛宴，除了日本、韩国和中国北方的雪场开放，还有不少冬季旅游项目，Klook 冬季优惠为 […]
China
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伊斯坦布尔半岛酒店的百年奢雅之旅，游艇泊岸，枕着海峡入眠
伊斯坦布尔，这座横跨欧亚大陆的千年古城，博斯普鲁斯海峡的碧波承载着罗马帝国的余晖、奥斯曼帝国的荣光。当伊斯坦布 […]
China
Duocaish
庐山的秋雪双绝，藏着白居易笔下的诗意秘境
当秋风染遍山河，当冬雪覆盖峰峦，庐山便挣脱了 “飞流直下” 的单一标签，以秋的绚烂与冬的静谧，成为跨越两季的旅 […]
China
Duocaish
雅高推荐：三亚悦榕庄，全泳池别墅承包海岛松弛假期
不必远赴马尔代夫或巴厘岛，在三亚鹿回头情人湾的怀抱里，藏着一座让无数酒店控心动的度假天堂 —— 三亚悦榕庄。1 […]
China
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椰城雅加达：漫步多元街巷，邂逅藏在时光里的风景
爪哇岛西北海岸的雅加达，素有 “椰城” 之称。这座早在 14 世纪便初具规模的城市，如今是东南亚第一大城市，将 […]
China
Duocaish
深圳小梅沙美高梅：山海环抱中的亲子度假乌托邦
2024 年深圳小梅沙美高梅酒店璀璨启幕，这座浸润着拉斯维加斯娱乐基因与地中海浪漫风情的度假地标，选址鹏城八景 […]
China
Duocaish
IHG 积分房早餐政策是什么？有免费早餐吗？
在 IHG 曾经的条款中，会员入住积分房是没有待遇的。但在2022年调整会员体系之后，IHG 积分房早餐政策随 […]
Korea
Fly with Moxie
효캉스 21 경주 힐튼 Hilton 트럼프 방문후
#효캉스 #21 경주 힐튼 HIlton 트럼프 방문후 안녕하세요. Bigpicture 입니다. 오랜만에 효캉스 시리즈입니다. (이름보고 호텔 보내드리면 효도 했다 라는 오해는 마시구요, 단지 “효도+호텔 관광” 정도로 봐주십시오) 저는 비록 못가지만 부모님께서 지난 마지막 효캉스 글 이후에 잘 다녀오셨습니다. #16 부산 웨스틴 조선비치 #17 대구 매리어트 #18...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Air Europa assina acordo com a Airbus para até 40 aeronaves A350-900
A Air Europa assinou um MoU com a Airbus para adquirir até 40 A350-900, inaugurando a renovação de sua frota de longo curso e reforçando a estratégia de ampliar a eficiência e a competitividade nas rotas para a América Latina. A companhia espanhola Air Europa assinou um Memorando de Entendimento...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
“Pronto para Voar”: Azul recebe mais um Embraer 195-E2
A Azul incorporou na última sexta-feira (14) mais um Embraer 195-E2 à sua frota, ampliando para 36 o número de jatos do modelo em operação e avançando em seu plano de renovação com aeronaves mais eficientes, de maior capacidade e menor impacto ambiental. A Azul adicionou à sua frota o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
GOL recebe autorização para operar em Portugal e mira voos para Europa
A GOL recebe autorização para operar em Portugal, na cidade do Porto, e mira voos para a Europa. O movimento faz parte da estratégia de expansão internacional, reforçando o interesse da companhia em operar aeronaves Airbus A330neo. A novidade surge após a companhia conquistar slots no Aeroporto do Porto para...
View from the Wing
Wide-Open Swiss Business Class Awards for Summer 2026 — Up To 9 Seats Bookable Through United, Aeroplan and LifeMiles Now
Swiss has released unusually wide-open business class award space for summer 2026 — in many cases up to nine seats on the same flight. Routes from Boston, New York, Newark, Chicago, Washington Dulles and Montreal are all included, and the space is bookable through United MileagePlus, Air Canada Aeroplan and...
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The Government Shutdown Ended — But Airport Jerks Are Already Back
After a record-breaking 43 days, the government shutdown finally ended. But while it was still going on, passengers continually asked TSA workers, both online and in person, what they could…

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Read the latest reviews for road warriors and frequent flyers.

View from the Wing
I Don’t Think Citi Meant to Make Its New Card This Good Your First Year — But They Did
Citi’s new premium Strata Elite card delivers far more first-year value than its $595 fee suggests — credits stack twice, bonuses are huge, and the math almost feels like a mistake. Continue reading I Don’t Think Citi Meant to Make Its New Card This Good Your First Year — But They...
Hawaii Calling
Best Time For Whale Watching In Maui (2026)
Imagine the thrill of watching a 40-ton humpback whale breach the serene waters of the Pacific, just a stone’s throw from your boat. Whale watching in Maui offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness these awe-inspiring creatures as they migrate through the warm Hawaiian waters. Known as one of the best...
Points With a Crew
I’ve found the secret to a happy relationship: an ‘airport divorce’
If you want to have a happy marriage or relationship, the "airport divorce" may be a trick that you should be aware of.
Live and Let’s Fly
A Smooth Ride To Jakarta On Garuda Indonesia’s Premium A330 Business Class
The flight was short, but I enjoyed flying on Garuda Indonesia’s most premium Airbus A330 business class product. Garuda Indonesia A330 Business Class – My First Impressions Garuda has a fleet of widebody A330 and 777 jets. Those aircraft have three different business class seats. All are lie-flat, but only...
{Tech} for Travel
Black Friday Deals 2025: HONOR Slashes Prices Across Tablets and Phones
HONOR’s Black Friday Deals 2025 bring major savings on tablets and phones, with discounts of up to 37% on models like the Pad X9a and HONOR 400. The post Black Friday Deals 2025: HONOR Slashes Prices Across Tablets and Phones appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
One Mile at a Time
Aircalin A330neo Business Class: Sort Of Boring, But I Ate Seafood Sauerkraut!
Hello from Thailand, as I just completed the outbound portion of my review trip to Bangkok! For the third segment of my trip, I flew Aircalin’s Airbus A330-900neo business class on the 11hr5min flight from Paris (CDG) to Bangkok (BKK).
Point Me to the Plane
Don’t Let These Traps Ruin Your Hawaii Vacation
You're spending big bucks for your Hawaii vacation. Don't let these traps spoil your ALOHA!
Your Mileage May Vary
I Don’t See The Appeal Of Bulkhead Seats
Airlines have figured out how to charge us for just about everything, including where we sit – but one “premium” spot I still don’t understand is the beloved bulkhead seat.…
Live and Let’s Fly
International To Domestic Transfer In Bali Denpasar Airport
My international to domestic transfer at Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali was a bit odd, but overall quite smooth. International To Domestic Transfer At Bali Airport (DPS) After arriving on Aero Dili, I had to buy another visa, fill out another customs form, and go through the same...
View from the Wing
Holiday Inn Eliminates A La Carte Breakfast December 1 — Internal Guide Shows A Two-Person Buffet Built Around Reused Pastries
Holiday Inn will stop offering any cooked-to-order or à la carte breakfast on December 1. Every property in the U.S. and Canada moves to a standardized buffet, and the brand’s internal guide shows just how minimal that operation can be. Hotels only need two staff to run the entire service...
The Bulkhead Seat
LAX Will Soon Offer Nonstop Flights to Six Continents
Royal Air Maroc has officially filed a request with the Department of Transportation (DOT)… The post LAX Will Soon Offer Nonstop Flights to Six Continents appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Disgusting Scene On American Airlines: Passenger Grinds Dead Skin Off Feet While Flight Attendant Shrugs
Odd and antisocial behavior on airplanes is nothing new, but a recent incident on an American Airlines flight shows just how bad it can get when a flight attendant notices a problem and chooses to ignore it. American Airlines Passenger Grinds Dead Skin Off Her Feet In-Flight While Flight Attendant...
View from the Wing
Late Passengers Sprint Across The Tarmac To Chase Their Plane — As Gate Control, Door Security, And Ramp Safety Fail At Once
Video shows late passengers running across an active airport tarmac after their plane. It is a vivid example of how gate control, door security, and ramp safety can all fail. Continue reading Late Passengers Sprint Across The Tarmac To Chase Their Plane — As Gate Control, Door Security, And Ramp Safety...
Economondo
Flying the World’s Only Lisunov Li-2!
Come with me as I head to Hungary to fly with the Goldtimer Foundation on their Lisunov Li-2
The Bulkhead Seat
China Airlines Airbus A350-900 Engine Ingests Debris Before Los Angeles Flight
A China Airlines Airbus A350-900 operating flight CI6 from Taipei’s Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport… The post China Airlines Airbus A350-900 Engine Ingests Debris Before Los Angeles Flight appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Scrambles Planes For Rescue Mission After Airbus A380 Superjumbo Makes Midair Diversion For Strange Reason
British Airways has come up with a novel solution to a frustrating flight delay that could have seen as many as 469 passengers stranded in Johannesburg after the pilots and cabin crew ran out of hours to legally work. The incident unfolded on Friday night when British Airways flight BA54...
View from the Wing
“I Am From India, How Can You?” — Airport McDonald’s Karen Erupts At Employees After Being Served A Beef Burger
A traveler at Kuala Lumpur’s airport McDonald’s erupted at staff after realizing the burger she ordered contained beef. She insisted, “I am from India, how can you?” and argued that McDonald’s should have known she wanted a vegetarian option. Continue reading “I Am From India, How Can You?” — Airport McDonald’s...
One Mile at a Time
China Airlines’ First All-Male Crew Flies To New York, Thanks To Rule Change
Once in a while, we’ll see airlines highlight the special ways that flights are crewed, whether it’s an all-female crew, all-black crew, mother-daughter pilot duo, etc. Well, Taiwan-based SkyTeam carrier China Airlines just had a milestone flight, and it was neither a coincidence, nor was it planned by the company.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
An Open Letter To An Irresponsible Driver
So what were you thinking when you were recklessly zooming around that curve in your sport utility vehicle at a high rate of speed as you failed to maintain your lane when crossing over the double yellow line halfway into the lane for oncoming traffic? I saw you in the rear...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Seattle Tacoma Could Run Out of Jet Fuel… Here’s How Airlines Will Manage This Mess
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is facing a particularly tricky situation… it might run out of jet fuel, and the situation is already having an impact on some airlines operating from the airport. If the shortage doesn’t improve soon, then the impact might become much more widespread. The problem is to do...
The Bulkhead Seat
Marriott Completes citizenM Integration and Launches Promo to Celebrate
Back in April, I wrote about Marriott International acquiring the lifestyle hotel brand known as… The post Marriott Completes citizenM Integration and Launches Promo to Celebrate appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Royal Air Maroc Plans LAX Flights, Putting Airport Into Six Continent Club
Royal Air Maroc is planning to launch flights to a new destination in the United States, which will also have major implications for that airport, in terms of achieving a fairly rare milestone.
Eye of the Flyer
Carnival Lifeboat Fails, Delta A350 Hits Coyote During Landing, Tourist Burns Chinese Temple, Man Overboard at Dock on NCL Ship and more Cruise and Travel News!
Here are this week’s travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Carnival Dream Lifeboat Falls During Unmanned Test What caused Porsha Williams’Delta flight confrontation? Reality star explains dispute amid FBI review Tourist blamed for massive fire at historic Chinese temple site (video) A Delta Air...
View from the Wing
SFO Centurion Lounge Drops the Sad Salads and Chicken Thighs — Tomahawk Steaks and Crab Legs Take Over Thursdays [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading SFO Centurion Lounge Drops the Sad Salads and Chicken Thighs — Tomahawk Steaks and Crab Legs Take...