The Gate with Brian Cohen
Memorial Day 2024: Suggested Reading
Monday, May 27, 2024 unofficially heralds the summer season of the year as Memorial Day 2024 — even though summer does not officially begin for another month — and having a weekend of three days prompts people to either travel or enjoy cooking out delicious food on the backyard grill...
View from the Wing
Citi’s New Strata Premier Card: Big Bonus, But Hoping For More?
In some ways I wanted something more revolutionary, rather than modest changes and a rebrand of Premier. But the effort behind this card says they’re still interested in investing in marketing a travel card with transferable points and that’s really great. It’s also important that they have a great acquisition...
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AIR VANUATU: Cancels flights, enters voluntary administration
Late yesterday afternoon (Thursday, 10 May), the Vanuatu government, which owns the airline, announced that it would cease all flights for the next three days while the Government determined the company’s fate. Passengers were stranded without a clear idea of what to do—whether to rebook flights on other airlines or...
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Wide Open Lie Flat Business Class Award Space To Europe For Just 35,000 Miles
I actually do not think this pricing is a mistake. LifeMiles is aggressive in managing its pricing. There are some awards you'll find with other Star Alliance frequent flyer programs that LifeMiles won't show availability for. That's intentional. When an award is too expensive for their...
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A Trick To Save 10,000 – 15,000 Miles Each Way When Booking Business Class Awards
The quirk is that when you book a business class award, and add a connection in economy, sometimes the price of the award drops. Even better you don't need to do this as a throwaway ticket without checking bags. Alaska Airlines offers one-way awards with a free stopover. So...
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Absurd: Hertz Keeps Charging Tesla Renters Hundreds Of Dollars For Not Filling Up Gas
A week ago I wrote about a Hertz President Circle member charged $277 for returning a rented Tesla without filling it with gas. That's the second-most Hertz thing ever, after getting arrested because the rental company reported the car you rented stolen. Being charged exorbitant rates for not filling up...
One Mile at a Time
TAP Air Portugal’s Wildly Timed Miami Flight
TAP Air Portugal is introducing a flight between Lisbon and Miami that has a schedule that’s so unusual that I think it’s worth highlighting (thanks to Willem for flagging this)…
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy’s Shocking Elite Inflation: 50%+ Of Guests Platinum
I think most people would like to think that their elite status with an airline or hotel group makes them special to that company in some way. After all, the travel brands thank their elite members for being among their best customers, so they’re the ones responsible for the narrative....
Miles To Memories
Oh, The Irony: A Not-So-Obvious Strategy for Amex Maximizers
I selectively accepted Amex retention offers before, but I'm on an extreme end now. My strategy's sensible, and it could be for you, too. The post Oh, The Irony: A Not-So-Obvious Strategy for Amex Maximizers appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
$386 For A $109 Room? NYC Property Charges Higher Fees Than Any Hotel, Ever
We’ve finally found it: the hotel with the most egregious add-on fees in the country. Every other hotel can stop trying, because the 31 Street Broadway Hotel in New York cannot be beaten. On top of the room rate, they charge 49% Destination fee, 47% Bed linens fee, and a $120.00...
View from the Wing
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge, Washington Dulles Airport
The Chase Sapphire lounge is small, but I was there in the morning - from around 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. it wasn't super busy and there was plenty of available space. The lounge is well laid-out, food is good, and staff are friendly. The exterior of the...
Eye of the Flyer
Idiots Glue Themselves to a Runway, Shut Down the Airport
A group of protestors glued themselves to a runway, causing flights to be canceled or diverted and temporarily closing the airport. Fox News’s Timothy H.J. Nerozzi reports that six climate activists breached a security perimeter at Germany’s Munich International Airport on Saturday. Mr. Nerozzi said about 60 flights were canceled...
Your Mileage May Vary
The U.S. Airports That Still Allow Smoking Indoors
I’m old enough to remember when people were allowed to smoke pretty much anywhere. But over the years, those involved in science and medicine have discovered how bad smoking and…
International Stories
Spain
Ultima Llamada
Iberia: Primera Aerolínea del Mundo en Incorporar el Nuevo Airbus 321XLR
Iberia será la primer aerolínea del mundo en operar los nuevos Airbus 321XLR (extra long range) durante el segundo semestre de 2024.
Japan
Riku Miley
Qatar Airways Signatureクレジットカードレビュー
これからマイルを貯め始めたい方！どのようにすればマイルが貯まるか全てわかりやすく説明しているこちらの記事を参考にしてください クレカ基礎データ サインアップボーナス：40-45,000 Avios（最初の3か月以内に3,000ドル） 年会費：99ドル ポイント： Qatar Purchaseで4％ Diningが342% その他は1％ 為替手数料：なし その他のベネフィット： 1年間Qatar Privilege Club Silver(=ワンワールドRuby） 優先搭乗＆チェックイン 15㎏のExtra baggage allowance ラウンジアクセス 25% tier bonus 過去の最高ボーナス：45,000 Aviosが最高 ポイントの使い方：Qatarの特典航空券。またはQatarのAviosをBAやIberiaにトランスファーして使うのも👍 入会ボーナスでこれだけできる：アメリカからのQスイートは片道70,000 Aviosです。モルディブまでの片道は85,000 Avios 陸の一言： 2024年5月に発行され始めたカードです。事前にWaitlist入りしていた人には追加で5,000 Aviosが入会ボーナスとして入ります。つまり合計45,000 Avios これなら年会費95ドルのChaseが発行するBAのボーナスは75-100kなので、そっちを作った方がいいです。カタール航空のハブ空港DOHをたくさん利用するならラウンジアクセスも使えますが、ワンワールドRubyだと他社エアラインビジネスクラスラウンジは使えません。 それにこのクレジットカードを発行するCardlessという会社は1枚しかクレジットカード作れないルールがあるので、このSignatureを作るならInfiniteの方が価値があります。   ダウングレード：年会費無料カードはないのでダウングレードできるカードがありません。   どのようなクレジットカードを作ればより早くマイル＆ポイントが貯まるか知りたい方！ ぜひクレジットカードアドバイスサービスをご利用ください！ 全てを私に任せるクレジットカードサービスも提供しています。 The post Qatar Airways Signatureクレジットカードレビュー first appeared on アメリカ在住陸マイラー.
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Voyage Avance
レストランで食事ができるブリティッシュ・エアウェイズ(BA)のラウンジ
世界各地のブリティッシュ・エアウェイズ(BA)ラウンジで利用できるダイニングは、テーブルサービス付きのサービスです。 　 通常、BAのフライトの大半が夜便である空港に設置されており、ファーストクラス搭乗客は搭乗前に食事を...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abra a sua conta Nomad e ganhe 6 mil pontos LATAM Pass na primeira operação de câmbio
Tem viagem para o exterior? Aproveite a atual campanha da Nomad com o LATAM Pass, onde oferecem até 6 mil pontos de boas-vindas utilizando o cupom PONTOS6LATAM na abertura da sua conta Nomad. Além disso, concorra a 2 viagens com acompanhante e 10 iPhones 15 Pro. Conta Digital Nomad Para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Sagrada Família: A majestosa catedral de Gaudí em Barcelona será concluída em 2026 – 140 anos após o início de sua construção
Recentemente, a administração da Igreja Sagrada Família, em Barcelona, anunciou que ela será finalmente concluída em 2026, 140 anos após o início de sua construção! Mesmo sem estar plenamente concluída, essa é uma obra de arte simplesmente estonteante! Imagine como ficará totalmente pronta! O presidente da organização responsável, Esteve Camps,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Montanha russa milheira! Semana do milheiro – 13 a 19 de maio
Domingou! E dessa vez uma Semana do Milheiro bastante agitada com notícias significativas no setor aéreo. Tivemos nova opção de voo, desconto para hospedagens, mudança em um cartão bastante popular e movimentações significativas em salas vip. Ufa, muita coisa, mas é exatamente assim que o milheiro gosta. Caso ainda não...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ainda dá tempo! Assine o Clube 1.000 da Smiles e ganhe até 14 mil milhas na hora – Milheiro a partir de R$ 11,94
Pensando em assinar o clube? Aproveite a atual promoção da Smiles, onde oferece a seus clientes até 14 mil milhas na hora em novas adesões ao Clube 1.000. Confira os detalhes na sequência. Milhas Turbinadas As milhas turbinadas estão estruturadas da seguinte maneira: Clube 1.000 mensal –  Ao assinar, o...
Germany
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Toller ITA A321neo NEUE Business Sale Deutschland – Middle East (Return): 1.000 Euro
Mit der neuen ITA Business von Deutschland nach Middle East … ITA hat A321neo mit einer wirklich tollen…
Germany
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DEAL: Icelandair Saga Premium Kopenhagen – USA (Return): 700 Euro
Mit Icelandair Saga Premium in die Staaten … Icelandair hat für die Saga Premium Class einen guten Business…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Economize com a Accor! Reserve hotéis em Madri com até 35% de desconto – Diárias partir de R$ 233
Planejando uma viagem para a capital espanhola nos próximos meses e ainda está buscando hotel? Confira aqui nossa sugestão de hotéis em Madri que participam da promoção de verão da Accor que oferece até 35% de desconto e que têm diárias a partir de R$ 233. Mecânica da Promoção Para esta...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Como é a Sala Admirals Club da American Airlines do aeroporto de Orlando
Em uma viagem de volta de Orlando para o Brasil, utilizei a American Airlines como companhia e por estar voando na classe executiva, pude acessar as salas Admirals Club. Confira abaixo como é a sala da companhia no embarque doméstico de Orlando. Localização e Horário de Funcionamento A sala está...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de Passagens PPV! Smiles tem passagens nacionais a partir de 4.700 milhas
Confira neste artigo algumas sugestões de passagens nacionais na Smiles a partir de 4.700 milhas, mais taxas. Vamos aos detalhes! Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas na Smiles durante esse processo. Neste artigo mostramos alguns cenários do que poderia ocorrer...
Germany
PointsMag
Ein neues Secret Password, um diesen Sommer Vorteile in Kimpton-Hotels freizuschalten
Kimpton ist die verspielte Lifestyle-Marke im Portfolio von IHG und bietet mehrmals pro Jahr Gästen beim Check-in, die… Weiterlesen Ein neues Secret Password, um diesen Sommer Vorteile in Kimpton-Hotels freizuschalten by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! Tenha até 65% de desconto na contratação de seguro viagem com o cupom exclusivo do PPV
É preço bom que você está procurando? Pois então não deixe de conferir a nova promoção da Assist Card, onde oferece até 65% de desconto na contratação do seguro viagem utilizando o cupom exclusivo do PPV. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes. Desconto Exclusivo PPV Confira o desconto exclusivo do Pontos pra Voar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Smiles e Casas Bahia oferecem até 10 milhas por real gasto em compras online
Essas são as últimas horas para participar da atual campanha da Smiles, onde oferece a seus clientes até 10 milhas por real gasto nas Casas Bahia, incluindo iPhones. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas na Smiles durante esse...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Reserve hotéis em São Paulo a partir de R$ 159 e pague com pontos reward
Acaba hoje a campanha da Accor com os hotéis da família ibis que tem diárias a partir de R$ 159 para hospedagens em São Paulo e região metropolitana. Além dos preços atraentes, dependendo do hotel escolhido, ainda é possível fazer o pagamento com pontos reward. Reservas na Promoção Para aproveitar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Anote os 8 melhores destinos de ecoturismo em São Paulo
São Paulo, um dos estados mais populosos e industrializados do Brasil, apesar de sua fama como centro urbano agitado, também abriga uma diversidade surpreendente de destinos de ecoturismo. De exuberantes áreas de mata atlântica a imponentes montanhas e cachoeiras cristalinas, há opções para todos os gostos e níveis de experiência....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Vamos viajar pelo mundo? LATAM tem passagens internacionais a partir de R$ 940
Pensando em sair da rotina e conhecer o mundo? Que tal conferir as ofertas de passagens internacionais da LATAM com preços a partir de R$ 940, para viagens de ida e volta, já com taxas inclusas? Como Comprar Para garantir as suas passagens LATAM, basta fazer o seguinte: Acesse a...
Germany
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REVIEW: The Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo – Executive Suite
Meine Meinung zum The Nile Ritz-Carlton in Cairo … Es gibt wahrscheinlich kein Hotel in Cairo mit so…
Germany
PointsMag
Eurowings Flüge von Köln nach Dubai und weitere Neuigkeiten dieser Woche
Damit du auch garantiert keine Neuigkeiten rund um Meilen, Punkte und Reisen verpasst, stellen wir jeden Sonntag eine… Weiterlesen Eurowings Flüge von Köln nach Dubai und weitere Neuigkeiten dieser Woche by PointsMag.
France
The Travelers Club
World of Hyatt et SLH : la fin d’une ère
Depuis 2018, l’alliance entre Hyatt et SLH permettait aux membres du programme de fidélité World of Hyatt de cumuler et d’utiliser des points dans les hôtels du réseau en passant par les canaux de réservation Hyatt. Cependant, depuis le 15 mai 2024, cette collaboration est terminée, laissant les membres face...
Japan
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エールフランス航空(AF)の新しいソムリエ
エールフランス航空(AF)は、オテル・ド・クリヨン(Hôtel de Crillon)(ローズウッド・ホテルグループ)のヘッド・ソムリエ、グザヴィエ・トゥイザ(Xavier Thuizat)氏を、今後、機内と空港ラウンジ...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Ainda não faz parte? Entre para nossos grupos gratuitos e silenciosos no WhatsApp ou no Telegram
Nõa me diga que você ainda não está conosco? Vamos mudar isso? O Pontos pra Voar tem um canal no Telegram e grupos no WhatsApp onde apenas os administradores postam conteúdo, com isso você não é inundado com comentários e figurinhas sem fim! Nós também compartilhamos, além do conteúdo que...
Germany
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Im Juni lädt Swiss Statuskunden auf ein Getränk ein
Swiss hat sich für den Sommerbeginn was überlegt … Im Juni gibt es für Statuskunden (Senator und HON…
Travel With Grant
Deep Dive into Citi Strata Premier Credit Card Earning Categories & Travel Protections (Rental Car, Trip Interruptions & Lost Luggage)
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your weekend is going well.  Much has already been written about the new-ish Citi Strata Premier Credit Card, but I wanted to do a deep dive into the earning categories and travel protections on this credit card, mostly so I could compare this credit card...
View from the Wing
United Flight Diverts To Ireland After Business Class Passenger’s Laptop Gets Stuck
United Airlines flight 12 from Zurich to Chicago diverted to Shannon, Ireland on Sunday when a passenger’s laptop got stuck in a business class seat. The Boeing 767-300 was carrying 157 passengers and 10 crew. Crew couldn’t get the laptop out, so the pilot decided to land – not because they...

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Airplane Art – Aer Lingus Airbus A330-200 climbing out of Chicago O’Hare
It’s Sunday again, so it must be time for some more Airplane Art. This week, we have an Aer Lingus Airbus A330-200 climbing out of Chicago O’Hare as it begins the transatlantic crossing back to its home of Dublin, Ireland. Aer Lingus operates three of the range-optimised Airbus A330-200 aircraft...
Frequent Miler
The benefits of spontaneous travel, Hertz hurts some EV renters, and more [Saturday Selection]
If you’re seeing the title and wondering if your internal clock is off, it isn’t: this week’s Saturday Selection is brough to you on Sunday afternoon. With Tim on vacation this week and the Saturday Selection left under my procrastinatorship, I present you with this week’s Saturday Selection on Sunday Afternoon for...
Your Mileage May Vary
A Few Inches Make All The Difference (For Bag Size)
Size matters, especially when dealing with something as important as the dimensions of your carry-on bag. Passengers are avoiding checking luggage due to the cost and the risk of airlines…
Points With a Crew
Amazon Memorial Day Sale – Tech And Travel Deals
I was browsing around Amazon this morning looking for deals, and I found a few deals on some travel gear as well as a few other things. Of course, it’s always a bit hit or miss to decide what things are actually on sale rather than just “deals”. As always,...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Chicago-Bound United Airlines Boeing 767 Diverts to Ireland After Passenger Gets Laptop Wedged Stuck in Business Class Seat
A United Airlines flight from Zurich to Chicago O’Hare was forced to make an emergency diversion to Shannon, Ireland, on Saturday afternoon after a passenger got their laptop wedged stuck in a Business Class seat aboard the Boeing 767-300. United Flight 12 departed Zurich as normal at around 10 am...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Change Fees and Cancellation Fees Eliminated on Spirit Airlines
Change fees and cancellation fees have been eliminated on Spirit Airlines. No official explanation was offered as to why the airline adopted this policy. According to the official Internet web site of Spirit Airlines, customers can enjoy the following new benefits... The post Change Fees and Cancellation Fees Eliminated on Spirit Airlines...
View from the Wing
Mini-Review: Air France Lounge, Washington Dulles Airport
This lounge was renovated shortly before the pandemic, and while I guess it is... different than before I also wonder, given what it's like now, why did they bother? Continue reading Mini-Review: Air France Lounge, Washington Dulles Airport...
One Mile at a Time
Airplanes Will Get Second Flight Deck Barrier
For years, there had been talk of the cockpits of commercial aircraft in the United States getting a second flight deck barrier. This started to become more serious in 2022, when regulators moved forward with a recommendation to implement this change. A final ruling was issued in 2023, and now...
Your Mileage May Vary
“Don’t You Know Who I Am?” She Shouldn’t Have Asked That On The Plane
I have this friend on Facebook – his name is Mark. And Mark recently posted a story about what happened to him on a plane not all that long ago.…
Live and Let’s Fly
Airbnb, Homeshares Need Pricing Transparency Regulations
Hotels have come under scrutiny for adding in junk fees, something the Biden administration has been working hard to eliminate. But it’s far worse in the Airbnb Homeshare market.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed...
Miles To Memories
Hit And Miss – Adventures in Denver Airport Lounge Hopping
What's better than visiting one Denver Airport Lounge? Four - maybe. Here's all about my adventure before a Saturday night red-eye. The post Hit And Miss – Adventures in Denver Airport Lounge Hopping appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Different Flavors of American Express Charge Cards
American Express offers a diverse selection of cards tailored to meet the needs of various customers. The company first entered the consumer credit market in 1958 with the original American…
One Mile at a Time
Marriott Bonvoy’s Shocking Elite Inflation: 50%+ Of Guests Platinum
I think most people would like to think that their elite status with an airline or hotel group makes them special to that company in some way. After all, the travel brands thank their elite members for being among their best customers, so they’re the ones responsible for the narrative....
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Iberia Releases New Details About its Airbus A321XLR Single Aisle Planes, Which Will Serve Boston and Washington DC From Madrid
Spanish flag carrier Iberia has released new details about its soon-to-be-delivered Airbus A321XLR single-aisle aircraft, which will operate non-stop transatlantic flights from Madrid to Boston and Washington DC from Autumn 2024. Iberia will become the launch customer of the A321XLR after parent company IAG reallocated the first deliveries from Aer...
The Bulkhead Seat
Spirit Responds to Frontier and Drops Change and Cancellation Fees
Frontier Airlines announced big changes last week to its product offering in an effort… The post Spirit Responds to Frontier and Drops Change and Cancellation Fees appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Flight Attendant Shares: How Passengers And Rookie Pilot Joined Mile High Club On Nashville Flight
'Spicy Flight Attendant' Cierra Misst, who used to work regional jets for Republic Airways which is an Express carrier for American, United and Delta, is back on social media after having her accounts banned as the result of complaints by other cabin crew. She's now claiming that she worked a flight...
Points With a Crew
Chase United℠ Business Card Review – A Card You’ll Want To Have
If you're in the market for a new business card, the welcome offer from Chase's United Explorer Business card is a great option!
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
The best hotel bonus points promotions – May 2024
Most of the bonuses listed simply require you to register beforehand and they do not affect hotel pricing as long as you book a point eligible rate, which are most of the rates out there when you book direct. Bookings through a third party site like Expedia will not count...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Reserve Card Approval To Do List
The Chase Sapphire Reserve Card (review) is a popular premium travel rewards card that lots of people find to be worthwhile.
Live and Let’s Fly
Not Ok, Boomer: Demographic Challenges Await Travel Brands
With the largest population demographic now the Baby Boomers entering retirement, travel brands need to plan for the future that awaits, not the customers they have.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook...
View from the Wing
Beat The System: How To Persuade Airline Staff To Bend Rules For You
There's a pendulum that swings where loose policies are deemed costly, control gets centralized but proves unworkable, and flexibility is returned - only for the cycle to repeat. Nonetheless, you should assume that there's some flexibility available when dealing with airline agents because it's low cost to do so with high...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Red-Billed Gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay in New Zealand. Sunday Morning Photograph.
Red-billed gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay along the northern shore of Lake Rotorua in New Zealand were sunning themselves as they relaxed on a wooden pier. Also known as... The post Red-Billed Gulls at Kaikaitāhuna Bay in New Zealand. Sunday Morning Photograph. appeared first on The Gate.
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Business Program: How It Works
American Airlines offers a small business rewards program, known as the AAdvantage Business program. This is a great way to earn extra rewards for your travel on American, including qualifying for bonus Loyalty Points and miles. Best of all, eligibility for the program is surprisingly simple, assuming you have the...
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Business Program: How It Works
American Airlines offers a small business rewards program, known as the AAdvantage Business program. This is a great way to earn extra rewards for your travel on American, including qualifying for bonus Loyalty Points and miles. Best of all, eligibility for the program is surprisingly simple, assuming you have the...