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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...
Frequent Miler
Cardless releases new Qatar Avios cards (but don’t get excited)
It’s been two years since Qatar Airways moved over to using Avios as its rewards currency. The other three main airlines that use Avios – British Airways, Iberia and Aer Lingus – all have their credit cards issued by Chase, but Qatar chose to release its cards via the most oxymoronically-named...
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Emirates Announces The First Nine Destinations For its Airbus A350, Which Will Enter Service On September 15 to This City
Emirates has just announced the first nine destinations for its brand new Airbus A350-900 aircraft, which will be delivered to the Dubai-based carrier in the next few months and will feature the airline’s eagerly anticipated ‘next generation’ Business Class seat. The inaugural destination for Emirates’ first-ever Airbus A350 will be...
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Hertz Charged Presidents Circle Member $277 For Not Filling Gas Tank On A Tesla, Won’t Remove Fees
A Hertz Presidents Circle customer was charged a fee of $277.39 for not filling up the gas on a Tesla model 3 in Los Angeles. This is an obvious, impossible claim because it’s a Tesla that doesn’t run on gas. But Hertz customer service is so bad, that they kept...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Air Frances Mounts Rescue Operation After Boeing 787 Dreamliner Makes Emergency Landing in Canada’s Remote Arctic Capital
Air France had to launch a rescue operation on Tuesday for a planeload of passengers who found themselves stranded in a remote town known as Canada’s Arctic Capital after their flight from Paris to Seattle had to make an emergency landing when smoke was detected onboard. The flight had departed...
The Bulkhead Seat
Fight Breaks Out Over A Seat On EVA Air Flight From Taipei to San Francisco
Yesterday, a fight broke out on EVA Air flight BR8 from Taiwan Taoyuan International… The post Fight Breaks Out Over A Seat On EVA Air Flight From Taipei to San Francisco appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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How I Gained Entrance to the Sapphire Lounge with the Wrong Priority Pass Card
For domestic travel, we’re beyond the point where we plan our trips around airport lounges. While visiting a lounge is nice, I’m not going to book a specific airline or…
Your Mileage May Vary
My Experience Flying Norse Atlantic’s Premium Class
On my recent trip to London, I had the freedom to book any flight I wanted. When I travel with Sharon, I have to follow certain guidelines, such as avoiding…
Live and Let’s Fly
Argument Over Empty Seat Turns Violent On Transpacific Flight
A fight over an empty seat turned violent on a transpacific flight to San Francisco, forcing a trio of brave flight attendants to intervene. Violent Fight Over Empty Seat On Transpacific EVA Flight To San Francisco On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, EVA Airways flight BR8 took off from Tapei (TPE)...
View from the Wing
Luxury To Europe For Less: Business Class Sale Fares From $1749 Roundtrip
There’s a legit fare sale from Star Alliance member TAP Air Portugal. They’re mostly promoting good coach deals (like Chicago to Copenhagen from $379 roundtrip), but it turns out there are even better business class offers. And the fare deals allow Lisbon stopovers at no extra charge. Continue reading Luxury To...
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Review: EVA Air Business Class 777 Taipei to San Francisco
Background and Booking On the way back to the US from my trip to Seoul and Taipei, I flew on EVA Air Business Class (Royal Laurel Class) from Taipei (TPE) to San Francisco (SFO). I had a good experience on my New York (JFK) to Taipei (TPE) flight, so I...
Frequent Miler
Citi axing Premier card on May 9, launching Strata Premier card on May 16
Where there’s smoke there’s fire, and after dozens of smoke signal rumors about an impending Citi Strata credit card for what’s felt like years, it’s now almost here. We’ve received word that Citi will be retiring the Premier card for new applications from May 9, 2024. It’ll be replaced by...
Points With a Crew
Up to 20% off Gift Cards at Amazon (Gap, Uber, Google, Doordash, H&M, More)
Amazon is running a Mother’s Day sale with up to 20% off select 3rd-party gift cards. As always, take a look and only purchase what things make the most sense for you. Please note that all links on this (and any post) include my Amazon affiliate link. As an Amazon...
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ブリティッシュ・エアウェイズ(BA)がアブダビ(AUH)に再就航
ブリティッシュ・エアウェイズ(BA)は、ロンドン・ヒースロー(LHR) – アブダビ(AUH)間のフライトを4年ぶりに再開しました。 　 運航スケジュールや機材について、解説します。 　 日本人初のBoard...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV – Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 09 de maio de 2024
O final de semana está se aproximando e como de costume as promoções tendem a diminuir. Confira na edição do Radar PPV de hoje todas as promoções disponíveis. A Smiles está oferecendo até 70% de bônus na transferência de pontos de todos os parceiros. Além disso, está oferecendo até 100%...
Brazil
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Desconto de até 60% no seguro viagem da Assist Card – Ganhe pontos Azul e acesso a sala VIP
Reservou uma viagem internacional e ainda não fez um seguro? Aproveite a nossa parceria com a Assist Card e contrate o seu seguro viagem internacional com até 60% de desconto. Além disso, ganhe pontos Azul Fidelidade e acesso a sala VIP. Vamos aos detalhes! Pontos Azul Os participantes do programa...
Brazil
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Reserve hotéis Accor em Amsterdã com diárias a partir de R$ 488
Precisando reservar um hotel em Amsterdã nos próximos meses? Prepare-se, pois Hotéis em Amsterdã custam uma pequena fortuna! Para facilitar a vida de nossos leitores compartilhamos aqui a lista dos dez melhores hotéis Accor na cidade, com diárias a partir de R$ 488 e que podem ser pagas com pontos...
Brazil
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Nomad – Ganhe 6 mil pontos LATAM Pass na primeira operação de câmbio e concorra a 2 viagens com acompanhante + 10 iPhones 15 Pro
Pensando em abrir uma conta digital Nomad? Aproveite a nova promoção 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. Conta Digital Nomad Para aqueles que ainda não conhecem, a Nomad é uma conta digital...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupos de Emissões do PPV: Receba mais de 300 alertas por mês pagando a partir de R$ 22,49
No Grupo de Emissões do PPV, além do melhor custo benefício do mercado, você conta com monitores para tirar dúvidas sobre emissões e programas de fidelidade, além claro, de receber mais de 300 alertas por mês, envolvendo viagens e programas de fidelidade nacionais e internacionais. Tudo isso por apenas R$ 22,49 mensais,...
Brazil
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Conta Global do C6 passa a oferecer o menor spread do mercado
É concorrência que chama? O C6 Bank acaba de promover a redução da taxa de conversão para dólar e euro de sua conta internacional. Com a mudança, o spread sobre o câmbio pode chegar à menor cotação praticada pelo mercado. Conta Global do C6 reduz taxa de conversão O início...
Brazil
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Ganhe R$0,25 de desconto por litro ao abastecer com Shell Box
Pra quem o mês tem 40 dias! Maio está só começando, mas o Shell Box está oferecendo a seus usuários cupom para abastecer com desconto de R$0,25 por litro até o total de R$5 para qualquer forma de pagamento. Corre, pois é válido só até o dia 12 ou atingir...
Brazil
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Alerta de Passagens PPV! Resgate passagens para Montes Claros e Presidente Prudente a partir de 8.8 mil milhas Smiles
Em mais uma edição da sua promoção Destino da Semana, a Smiles está oferecendo a seus clientes a oportunidade de resgatar trechos para Montes Claros e Presidente Prudente a partir de 8.800 milhas, mais taxas. Confira os principais detalhes na sequência. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve...
Germany
PointsMag
Verdiene über 20.000 Miles & More Meilen mit einem Focus Jahresabo
Eine der Grundlagen des Meilen- und Punkte-Hobbys ist, dass du jeden Einkauf zum Sammeln zusätzlicher Punkte nutzen solltest. Und manchmal… Weiterlesen Verdiene über 20.000 Miles & More Meilen mit einem Focus Jahresabo by PointsMag.
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Emirates Skywards vende milhas com até 40% de bônus
Os membros do programa Skywards da Emirates têm a oportunidade de comprar milhas com até 40% de bônus. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes. Promoção para Compra de Milhas Skywards O bônus está estruturado da seguinte forma, para esta campanha: 40% de bônus – Contas selecionadas Em algumas ocasiões o programa...
Brazil
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Smiles oferece até 70% de bônus na transferência de todos os parceiros – Ganhe voucher para comprar milhas com desconto
A Smiles deu início a uma nova ação promocional envolvendo todos os seus parceiros, incluindo Esfera e Livelo, onde oferece até 70% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Além disso, oferece um voucher de até 75% de desconto para comprar milhas. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aproveite! TAP tem passagens para a Europa a partir de R$ 3.1 mil – Já com taxas inclusas
Pensando em viajar para a Europa? Esse pode ser o momento, pois a TAP tem passagens para a Europa a partir de R$ 3.1 mil, de ida e volta e com taxas inclusas. Veja os detalhes a seguir. Como Comprar Para efetuar a compra de suas passagens, basta: Acessar a...
Brazil
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Smiles e KMV oferecem até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos
Em sua primeira ação promocional, Smiles e KMV estão oferecendo a seus clientes até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Abaixo, veja todos os principais detalhes desta oferta válida até o dia 13 de maio. Bonificação Para esta nova campanha a bonificação está estruturada da seguinte maneira: 100% de...
Brazil
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Prorrogou! Ganhe 12 mil milhas Smiles em dois meses assinando o Clube 1.000
A Smiles resolveu prorrogar a sua campanha de adesão ao clube, onde oferece a seus clientes 12 mil milhas em dois meses em novas assinaturas do Clube 1.000. Confira os detalhes na sequência. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará acumulando milhas...
Brazil
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Bruno Mars anuncia mais 4 shows e Santander fará nova pré-venda exclusiva
Confessa que você sabia, mas não acreditava! Pois não só os fãs do Bruno Mars ganharam uma nova chance, como o Banco Santander oferecerá nova pré-venda exclusiva nesta quinta-feira 9 para quatro novas datas entre Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo e Brasília. Os clientes do banco seguem com as mesmas...
Germany
PointsMag
Eine vollständige Liste aller Treueprogramme von Airlines, Hotels und Autovermietungen, die du kennen solltest
Wie bereits in unserem Anfängerguide erläutert, sollte einer deiner ersten Schritt zum Sammeln von Punkten und Meilen darin… Weiterlesen Eine vollständige Liste aller Treueprogramme von Airlines, Hotels und Autovermietungen, die du kennen solltest by PointsMag.
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REVIEW: ITA A320 Business Venedig – Rom
Meine Reise in der ITA A320 Business von Venedig nach Rom … Venedig (VCE) – Rom (FCO)A320 –…
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[2024年5月版] 世界のクラウンプラザラウンジまとめ
世界にはIHGのクラウンプラザホテルがたくさんあります。 　 一つ一つ周りたいと思っていますが、制覇はできません。 　 以前、世界のインターコンチネンタルとリージェントの、ラウンジの有無をまとめてみましたが今回は、クラウ...
Brazil
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Radar PPV – Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 08 de maio de 2024
Bem-vindos a mais uma edição do Radar PPV. O mundo dos pontos e milhas desta quarta-feira não foi muito agitada, confira os detalhes abaixo. Livelo e Amazon estão oferecendo a seus clientes até 4 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Além disso, o Azul Fidelidade e a Dudalina está...
Brazil
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Aeroporto de Porto Alegre fechado até o final de maio
A Fraport, empresa responsável pela operação no aeroporto Salgado Filho, notificou a Aeronáutica de que as atividades do Aeroporto Salgado Filho estarão interrompidas até o dia 30 de maio. Contudo, a gestora do terminal esclarece que os exames das condições do espaço ocorrem todos os dias, e o encerramento pode...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Smiles e Polishop oferecem até 15 milhas por real gasto em compras online
A Smiles está com uma nova oferta, onde oferece a seus clientes até 15 milhas por real gasto em produtos selecionados Polishop. 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...
Brazil
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Confira 11 hotéis Accor ibis Styles com piscina e diárias a partir de R$ 156
Confira neste artigo algumas sugestões de hotéis Accor ibis Styles com piscina e que tem diárias a partir de R$ 156, com ou sem café da manhã. Vamos aos detalhes! Hotéis com Piscina Aqui você confere alguns hotéis ibis Styles que oferecem piscina. Para pesquisar outros hotéis ou destinos, acesse...
Brazil
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Club Med Trancoso – Acompanhante grátis e filhos pagam apenas 50%
Para os amantes de viagens que gostam de planejar com antecedência, o Resort Club Med Trancoso está com uma nova promoção oferecendo um acompanhante de graça para cada adulto pagante. Veja os principais detalhes abaixo. Datas Disponíveis Em datas específicas e por tempo limitado, os viajantes podem desfrutar de momentos...
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And The Award for The Most Smart-Alecky Adults Only Hotel Goes To…
I love establishments that don’t take themselves too seriously. The places that might be a little quirky and show a little sense of fun or a decent amount of cheekiness.…
Frequent Miler
Wells Fargo Signify Business Cash Credit Card Review (2024)
Wells Fargo recently launched the Signify Business Cash Card as part of a broader overhaul of the company’s credit card portfolio. This is more or less the business version of the already-existing Active Cash card. On its own, the Signify earns unlimited 2% cash back on all purchases, something that...

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Wild About Travel
Under Rated Spokane -16 Top Things for a Great Visit
Spokane: the city where half the people mispronounce it, and the other half can’t find it on a map. It’s located in eastern Washington and has a rich history in railroads and mining, along with a vibrant arts scene and stunning natural landscapes. With the Spokane River winding through the...
View from the Wing
Emirates Will No Longer Allow Customers To Transport Donkey Skins [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 Emirates Will No Longer Allow Customers To Transport Donkey Skins [Roundup]...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Iberia To Become Launch Airline of Airbus A321XLR For Europe’s IAG After Pilot Dispute at Aer Lingus Derails Plans
Spanish flag carrier is to become the official worldwide launch customer of the new longer-range Airbus A321XLR single-aisle aircraft after the airline’s parent company reallocated deliveries of the first A321XLR from Aer Lingus to the Madrid-based carrier. International Airlines Groups (IAG) had hoped to make Aer Lingus the launch customer...
Your Mileage May Vary
How to Avoid the Worst Hyatt Point Redemption
World of Hyatt points are considered the most valuable among all the loyalty programs. Compared to programs like IHG One Rewards and Hilton Honors, where points are sold for 1/2…
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter – Fitorch K2 Ultra Bright Flashlight (back by Saturday)
The Fitorch K2 ultra bright flashlight comes with 1000 Lumens / 5 Brightness Modes / 20-hour Strong Battery and multiple lights - you only have a few days left to ...
Miles To Memories
JetBlue Expands Partnership with Etihad Airways
JetBlue and Etihad Airways announced this week a partnership expansion to allow travelers to earn reciprocal loyalty benefits when flying either airline. The post JetBlue Expands Partnership with Etihad Airways appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Iberia Now Airbus A321XLR Launch Customer, Replaces Aer Lingus
Iberia has just officially become the new global launch customer for the Airbus A321XLR, thanks to Aer Lingus’ ongoing pay dispute with pilots.
Frequent Miler
World of Hyatt Complete Guide
World of Hyatt is, by far, my favorite hotel loyalty program.  Points are easy to earn, largely through their partnership with Chase, and Hyatt’s generous award chart makes it possible to get huge value from those points.  One sore spot is that the program offers relatively few perks with their...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Bulgaria Air A220-300 Business Class
My three-hour flight from Sofia to Amsterdam on Bulgaria Air was a very pleasant surprise, with the brand new A220-300 aircraft providing an excellent business class experience for a flight within Europe. Bulgaria Air A220-300 Business Class Review Bulgaria Airlines is the flag carrier of Bulgaria based in Sofia (SOF)....
View from the Wing
[FINAL WEEK] Biggest Ever: Up To 175,000 Points From IHG Business Card
Two years ago Chase introduced the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card, a co-brand small business card with IHG One Rewards. It’s a strong card for both the up front bonus and for benefits, and they’ve just raised the initial bonus to their biggest ever total offer. Continue reading [FINAL...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn Up to 2,500 Bonus MileagePlus Miles by Shopping in May 2024
Effective through Monday, May 13, 2024 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn up to 2,500 bonus United Airlines MileagePlus miles — in addition to the standard MileagePlus miles earned — during the 2024 Member Appreciation Bonus Offer campaign at the MileagePlus Shopping portal by spending the...
Miles To Memories
Hot Demand, Royal Caribbean Needs to Hire Thousands of Employees
The increased recruiting effort comes as the cruise company experiences record demand from travelers, according to Reuters.  The post Hot Demand, Royal Caribbean Needs to Hire Thousands of Employees appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Dior Spa Opens At Doha Hamad Airport (DOH)
We’ve just seen the opening of what’s almost certainly the world’s most luxurious airport spa…
Points Miles and Bling
US Amex Platinum celebrates 40 Years with exclusive travel offers
The Amex Platinum Card, introduced in 1984, has established itself as a symbol of prestige and a benchmark for premium… The post US Amex Platinum celebrates 40 Years with exclusive travel offers appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Surprise, Surprise! Racing across Heathrow… but where is the coach?
Racing across Heathrow to get my luggage… but where is the coach? Surprise, Surprise! It’s time for one more surprise as I get off the Boeing 777-200ER and head through the bowels of Heathrow and wait for a coach home. Because there’s nothing like a surprise when it comes to...
View from the Wing
Chase Massively Dropped The Spending Requirement On 100,000 Point Bonus Offer
The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card has a new 100,000 point initial bonus offer. These are Ultimate Rewards points that transfer to airline miles or hotel points. And the spending requirement to earn this bonus has been reduced significantly. Moreover Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card may be pound for pound Chase’s...
Your Mileage May Vary
Delays at NYC Area Airport TSA Security Expected Through Late June
All three of the larger NYC area airports have been going through various phases of construction for what feels like forever but is actually “only” less than a decade. LaGuardia…
ATX Jetsetter
Southwest Airlines President Emeritus Passes Away at 79
Southwest Airlines President Emeritus Colleen Barrett passes away at the age of 79. The post Southwest Airlines President Emeritus Passes Away at 79 appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Wild About Travel
Stranded? What To Do When Your Airline Collapses
Question: “How do you create a small airline?” Answer: “Buy a big one and wait for a couple of years.” Boom boom! The airline industry is very volatile, as many thousands find out every year. I have flown 125 airlines since 1968. Of those, 41 do not exist anymore. Names...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Card Comparison: Preferred Vs. Reserve
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve Card are both compelling travel rewards credit cards, and this is the ideal time to pick them up, given their current limited time welcome offers. Often people have a hard time deciding which card makes the most sense, given that they’re...
Wild About Travel
Stranded? What To Do When Your Airline Collapses
Question: “How do you create a small airline?” Answer: “Buy a big one and wait for a couple of years.” (Source: Pixabay ) If you or a friend or family member are ever affected by the collapse of an airline, here’s what you need to do: 1. Find All Documentation:...
The Bulkhead Seat
Fight Breaks Out on Spirit Airlines Flight After Landing at Boston Logan International Airport
Spirit Airlines flight NK3907 from Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) to Boston Logan International… The post Fight Breaks Out on Spirit Airlines Flight After Landing at Boston Logan International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
40% transfer bonus from Amex Membership Rewards to Hilton (Targeted)
American Express is once again offering a 40% bonus when transferring Membership Rewards to Hilton Honors. The offer doesn’t appear to be showing in everyone’s accounts, something that Hilton and Amex have done more and more over the last couple of years. Fantastic updates about Hilton’s integration of SLH The...
Miles To Memories
Amex Kicks Off Platinum Summer of Deals to Celebrate the Card’s 40th Anniversary
American Express is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Amex Platinum Card which first launched in 1984. The post Amex Kicks Off Platinum Summer of Deals to Celebrate the Card’s 40th Anniversary appeared first on Miles to Memories.