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Snooping Passenger Turns Grieving Seatmate’s Condolence Text Into Mid-Air Bomb Scare, Forces American Airlines Flight To Divert
A passenger was snooping over the shoulder of their seat opponent and noticed the text - and reported it to a flight attendant. Continue reading Snooping Passenger Turns Grieving Seatmate’s Condolence Text Into Mid-Air Bomb Scare, Forces American Airlines Flight To Divert...
Points With a Crew
Up to 40% Off At Amazon By Using 1 Discover Point (more people targeted)
There's a new offer when you shop at Amazon and you pay at least a portion using your Discover points and more people are reportedly targeted.
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Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market
Delta is planning for a premium-heavy Airbus A350-1000 widebody, with the first plane being delivered next year. These planes will feature a new Delta One Suite in business class, as well as new economy seats. Continue reading Leak Reveals Delta’s New A350-1000 Suites Set To Upend U.S. Business Class Market...
Live and Let’s Fly
Repulsive CBP Officer At LAX Belittles Me In Front Of My Family…
An incredibly rude border agent Customs and Border Protection officer at Los Angeles International Airport hassled my family and me upon our recent return from Germany. For far too long, far too many of CBP agents have been demeaning and now seem more emboldened than ever to be jerks. Condescending...
View from the Wing
1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards
Here’s a CEO who spent 1.83 million American Express Membership Rewards points to cover a surprise tariff bill at the guitar pedal manufactuing company he runs in Oklahoma Cty. Continue reading 1.83 Million Amex Points Gone In Seconds—Tariffs Force CEO To Torch Hard-Won Rewards...
View from the Wing
Total Power, Zero Consequence: Inside The Incentive Machine That Turns CBP Checkpoints Into Humiliation Lines
Matthew Klint who writes ‘Live and Let’s Fly’ writes about feeling belittled by an immigration officer at LAX airport, returning from a trip to Germany. He was powerless, having to ‘take it’, mostly because his wife has a Green Card but is not a citizen, and because he thought he...
Eye of the Flyer
The One Thing About Hotels Outside the USA That Drives me Nuts – Do You Hate This Too?
I shudder to think about how many nights, over my lifetime, that I have spent in hotel rooms. About half of all the nights have been state side and the bulk of those in modest priced rooms. Unlike many bloggers a hotel room upgrade is of minor importance to me....
Miles For Family
Japan vs. China: A Tale of Two Toilets
On my recent trip to Asia, my daughter and I flew to China after spending 10 days in Japan. Shortly after arrival, we were in culture shock because there were so many things that were different between the two countries. One of the biggest differences that I didn’t pay attention...
One Mile at a Time
“United Airlines Tried To Cook My Toddler.” Fair Or Dramatic?
A father is going on a bit of a social media crusade against United Airlines, following an unpleasant recent flight. He has a point with his criticism, but the irony is that what he’s describing is incredibly common, and could just as easily happen on any airline. Does that make...
Your Mileage May Vary
Hotels Have A Sneaky New Fee – Here’s What They’re Doing Now
Hotels have devised numerous ways to generate additional revenue from guests. Whether it’s charging for regular Wi-Fi and offering “premium” access for a fee, tacking on excessive parking charges, or…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name Again
As part of a broader effort to improve the experience of passengers, a new name was once again announced from the Port of Oakland for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. The new name for the airport will likely be... The post Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Change Its Name Again appeared first on...
Live and Let’s Fly
Why Wearing Leggings On A Plane Could Be A Deadly Mistake
Leggings may be the go-to plane travel outfit for millions, but one aviation safety expert argues they could be a terrible choice in the event of an emergency. Leggings On A Plane? Think Twice, Says Aviation Safety Expert Many travelers swear by leggings for their comfort and stretch, particularly on...
You Are Travel
Hyatt Opens Another Punta Cana Hotel – It’s Quirky, But It Might Be a Low-Key Steal
Tl;dr – The Royal Beach Hotel Punta Cana is a bit of an odd duck but might be…
International Stories
Germany
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Sind das die günstigsten IHG One Rewards Punkte? 4 Cent / 1.000 Punkte
IHG One Rewards Punkte günstig buchen … IHG One Rewards Punkte werden regelmäßig mit einem 100% Bonus um…
China
Duocaish
Trip.com 万事达优惠码，每周五抢领机票、酒店95折（25/7/4领取）
Trip.com 万事达 Mastercard 一直都有各种合作活动，现在 Trip.com 香港站，持有香港 […]
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 3 de julho de 2025
Bem-vindos a mais uma edição do Radar PPV! No artigo de hoje, trouxemos todas as ofertas disponíveis no mundo dos pontos e milhas desta quinta-feira. Vamos aos detalhes! A Livelo está oferecendo até 17 pontos por real gasto em diversos parceiros na promoção Clube Livelo Days. Além disso, está com...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupo de Promoções PPV – Milhas, cupons e alertas no seu celular
No Grupo de Promoções do Pontos pra Voar, você recebe as melhores oportunidades para acumular milhas, usar cupons, aproveitar cashback e economizar de verdade. Tudo isso por um valor que equivale a R$ 12,08/mês no plano anual à vista. Entre agora no nosso grupo de promoções e faça suas milhas...
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Ultima Llamada
Aniversario de Assist365: Seguros de Viaje con el 60% de Descuento!
Assist365 celebra su 10mo aniversario ofreciendo un 60% de descuento en la contratación de tus seguros de viaje, con cambios y cancelación gratuita!
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Viaje com mais segurança! Seguro viagem Assist Card com até 60% OFF e pontos Livelo
Quer viajar mais e com tranquilidade? Então vá com a Assist Card! Garanta até 60% de desconto no seguro viagem e conte com toda a proteção que você merece. E tem mais: acumule pontos Livelo e tenha acesso às salas VIP. Confira todos os benefícios e embarque na sua próxima...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Iberia lança cartão de embarque digital com atualizações em tempo real
A Iberia acaba de implementar um novo modelo de cartão de embarque dinâmico, que promete simplificar a experiência dos passageiros ao refletir automaticamente mudanças operacionais no voo. Atualizações em Tempo Real Diferente dos cartões de embarque tradicionais, impressos ou digitais, que permanecem estáticos após o check-in, a nova versão da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Shopping Smiles oferece até 11 milhas por real em compras na Casas Bahia
O Shopping Smiles liberou uma nova oferta para quem quer acumular milhas com compras online. Até amanhã, dia 4 de julho, é possível garantir até 11 milhas por real gasto em produtos selecionados na Casas Bahia. Veja os detalhes a seguir! Estrutura da Promoção O acúmulo turbinado de milhas está...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Wise lança o Rende+ funcionalidade de rendimento em contas
Novidade importante no segmento de contas globais. A Wise, fintech internacional, anunciou o lançamento do Rende+ no Brasil, uma solução para oferecer rendimentos sobre saldos em moedas estrangeiras na carteira dos clientes. A ideia é que tal mecanismo seja possível para depósitos em dólares (USD), euros (EUR) e libras esterlinas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Conheça a Jamaica por 39.748 milhas LATAM Pass
Alerta de passagens PPV chegando com oportunidades para a Jamaica com milhas LATAM Pass! Hoje nossa equipe localizou trechos saindo de São Paulo (GRU) com destino a Montego Bay (MBJ) por apenas 39.748 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas. Confira as datas disponíveis e faça seu resgate para este paraíso caribenho....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Aeroporto de Lima ganha dois novos lounges
O Aeroporto Internacional Jorge Chávez, em Lima, acaba de ganhar duas novas opções de conforto para passageiros: o lounge The Club LIM e o espaço de descanso Sleepover. Novos Espaços no Aeroporto de Lima O Aeroporto Internacional Jorge Chávez (LIM), em Lima, agora conta com duas novas salas VIP operadas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Só hoje! Turbo Livelo com até 10x mais pontos – milheiro a partir de R$ 30,80
A Livelo acaba de liberar mais uma edição do Turbo Livelo, válida somente nesta quinta-feira, 3 de julho! A campanha permite multiplicar os pontos acumulados nos últimos 12 meses em até 10 vezes, com o milheiro saindo a partir de R$ 30,80. Confira as condições a seguir. Turbo Livelo A...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voos diretos para a Europa a partir de 76.000 pontos Azul Fidelidade
Aproveite as oportunidades do programa Azul Fidelidade para resgatar sua passagem para a Europa com pontos. Hoje nossa equipe localizou trechos diretos para Madri e Paris, com origem em Recife e Campinas, a partir de 76.000 pontos Azul Fidelidade + taxas. Passagens para a Europa com Pontos Azul Fidelidade Essas...
Germany
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Revolut RevPoints nun auch mit einem kostenlosen Standard Account
Das Meilensammeln mit Revolut wird besser … Revolut hat in unser Community schon einen gewissen legendären Ruf. Bis…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM lança nova classe tarifária na cabine premium economy
A partir de 30 de julho, clientes em voo regionais da LATAM terão duas opções de tarifa na Premium Economy: Standard e Full. A LATAM anunciou que, a partir de 30 de julho de 2025, irá reformular a estrutura tarifária da sua cabine premium economy em voos regionais. Com a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Viva o encanto da Cidade Maravilhosa! Hotéis no Rio de Janeiro com diárias a partir de R$ 187
Reserve hotéis no Rio de Janeiro e curta o melhor da Cidade Maravilhosa! Separamos opções de hotéis da rede Accor com diárias a partir de R$ 187. Confira todos os detalhes a seguir. Hotéis Baratos no Rio de Janeiro Abaixo você confere nossa sugestão de hotéis baratos no Rio de...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Clube Livelo Days: acúmulo de até 17 pontos por real em parceiros selecionados
A Livelo lançou mais uma edição do Clube Livelo Days! Durante a campanha, é possível acumular até 17 pontos por real em diversas lojas parceiras. Confira os destaques e aproveite as ofertas por tempo limitado. Promoções Livelo Confira na tabela abaixo as campanhas da Livelo: ¹ Por dólar gasto Clique...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
LATAM e TAP firmam acordo de codeshare
LATAM e TAP Air Portugal firmaram um acordo de codeshare que amplia as opções de voos entre o Brasil e a Europa, com conexões facilitadas via Lisboa e emissão de bilhetes integrados. Acordo de Codeshare Entre a LATAM e a TAP A LATAM Airlines e a TAP Air Portugal firmaram...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
BRB atualiza taxa de conversão na transferência para o TAP Miles&Go
A parceria entre o BRB e o TAP Miles&Go foi oficialmente retomada, mas com uma alteração importante: a paridade de transferência mudou. Agora, a conversão passou a ser de 2 pontos Curtaí para cada 1 milha TAP, metade do valor praticado anteriormente Depois de um período fora do ar, o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Turkish Airlines amplia voos para São Paulo e reforça presença no Brasil
A Turkish Airlines vai aumentar a frequência de voos entre Istambul e São Paulo, passando de sete para trezes operações semanais. Além disso, a empresa avalia adquirir uma participação na Air Europa. A Turkish Airlines Brasil anunciou um aumento na frequência de voos entre Istambul e o Aeroporto de Guarulhos,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voe para a América do Norte a partir de 31.500 milhas Smiles
Se você sonha em conhecer destinos como México, Estados Unidos ou Canadá, essa é uma excelente oportunidade! A Smiles está com ótimas opções de passagens emitidas com milhas, com trechos saindo de diversas cidades brasileiras a partir de 31.500 milhas + taxas. Confira abaixo as melhores rotas disponíveis! Passagens para América...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Conheça o cartão de crédito americano Capital One Venture
Neste post irei falar sobre o cartão de crédito americano Capital One Venture, para o qual fui aprovado no começo desse ano, sendo que também irei explicar as vantagens e desvantagens deste cartão. Introdução Para quem ainda não conhece sobre os cartões americanos sugiro, primeiramente, a leituras destes posts aqui...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Esfera tem acúmulo de até 15 pontos por real em novas ofertas com parceiros
A Esfera acaba de lançar uma nova rodada de promoções com suas lojas parceiras. Durante o período da campanha, é possível acumular até 15 pontos por real gasto em compras online nas lojas participantes, com destaque para Insider, Riachuelo, Casas Bahia e Magalu. Veja os destaques abaixo! Promoções Confira na...
Germany
PointsMag
Hanseatic Bank GenialCard: im Ausland gebührenfrei bezahlen und Geld abheben
Die Genial Card der Hanseatik Bank ohne Jahresgebühr ist die ideale Reisekreditkarte für Anfänger und Fortgeschrittene. Während viele Karten… Weiterlesen Hanseatic Bank GenialCard: im Ausland gebührenfrei bezahlen und Geld abheben by PointsMag.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Three Reasons Why Pickpockets Have Never Affected Me
I still have not been pickpocketed since this article was first published exactly nine years ago; so I thought I would once again impart three reasons why pickpockets have never affected me... The post Three Reasons Why Pickpockets Have Never Affected Me appeared first on The Gate.
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Gila River Resorts and Casino in Phoenix
This was an unexpected stay. I normally stay to the north of Phoenix near Scottsdale at the resorts…

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Frequent Miler
Amex Delta cards now offer credits for Uber One membership
Just in time for everyone’s 4th of July celebrations, Delta and American Express announced last week that they had added another marginally useful monthly coupon credit to almost the entire portfolio of Delta credit cards. Until next June, both businesss and personal Delta Reserve and Platinum cardholders will get up...
Hawaii Calling
Waikīkī’s Loco Moco Scene Is Shifting: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and Where to Eat Next
The loco moco map in Waikīkī is changing fast—and as someone who follows Hawai‘i’s food scene 3 times a day (sometimes 4), I’ve rarely seen this much turnover among such well-known names. From longtime favorites closing their doors to menu shakeups and pop-up pivots, it’s time for another round of...
Your Mileage May Vary
New Vaccine Requirement for Visitors to Central American Country
Remember during the pandemic, when some countries would let you visit, but only if you could show proof of having received your COVID vaccination? Yeah, good times. (actually, for us,…
You Are Travel
139-Room Waldorf Astoria Coming to Bali in 2027
Tl;dr – Hilton’s flagship luxury brand will join the roster of high-end hotels in the Nusa Dua enclave.…
Frequent Miler
US Bank: Up to a $1000 bonus with new business checking account (no direct deposit requirement)
US Bank has a promotion for new Business Checking accounts that offers either a $400 or $1000 bonus with very simple requirements. This deal is available in states within US Bank’s footprint (or for US Bank cardholders) and requires making one or more deposits totaling either $5,000 or $25,000 within...
View from the Wing
Total Power, Zero Consequence: Inside The Incentive Machine That Turns CBP Checkpoints Into Humiliation Lines
Matthew Klint who writes ‘Live and Let’s Fly’ writes about feeling belittled by an immigration officer at LAX airport, returning from a trip to Germany. He was powerless, having to ‘take it’, mostly because his wife has a Green Card but is not a citizen, and because he thought he...
ATX Jetsetter
Review: IGA Lounge Istanbul (IST)
While there are many ways to access the IGA Lounge in Istanbul, its large size and design keeps it from feeling overcrowded. The post Review: IGA Lounge Istanbul (IST) appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
You Are Travel
Hyatt is Set to Play a Key Role in a Proposed Mega Casino for NYC
Tl;dr – The Destination by Hyatt Brands has been selected as the project’s flagship hotel.  The Avenir, a…
Altitude Yes
How Ground Stops Work, & How Summer Weather Affects Air Traffic
Weather disruptions during the summer are a common occurrence for air travel. The post How Ground Stops Work, & How Summer Weather Affects Air Traffic first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Frequent Miler
Capital One Travel price match guarantee success
A couple of days ago, I wrote about my last-minute plans to fly the JetBlue Dunkin’ flight this coming Monday, July 7th. I booked my ticket mere hours before publishing that post. A few hours after publication, a friend reached out who booked the same flight after reading my post...
One Mile at a Time
Cool: Conrad Bora Bora Closing For Renovation In Early 2026
The Conrad Bora Bora is a popular Hilton property, especially for those of us in the miles & points community looking to redeem Hilton Honors points. There’s an exciting update, but it’ll lead to some short term inconvenience (thanks to Scott for flagging this).
Your Mileage May Vary
What No One Tells You About the Southwest Companion Pass
I recently earned a Southwest Companion Pass again, thanks to a credit card sign-up bonus. It had been several years since I’d last had one, so I figured I’d dust…
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BoardingArea
Sky-High July 4 Travel at LAX, O’Hare & More
The Fourth of July holiday in 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest travel periods in recent memory. AAA has forecasted that between 70 and 72.2 million Americans will either drive or fly during this holiday window, which surpasses even pre-pandemic levels. I've noticed in my own...
You Are Travel
Bilt Raises New Capital – Now Valued at $10 Billion
Tl;dr – The upstart rewards credit card that allows you to earn on rent purchases eyes its next…
Frequent Miler
Amex offering 20% transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy
American Express has launched a new transfer bonus today, offering a 20% bonus whn transferring Membership Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy. The Deal Get a 20% bonus when transferring Amex Membership Rewards to Marriott Bonvoy. Key Terms Expires July 14, 2025. Additional Marriott Bonvoy points received through this offer do...
One Mile at a Time
Last Chance: Citi AAdvantage Executive Card 100K Bonus Miles Offer
Several weeks ago, we saw a huge limited time welcome offer rolled out on American’s most premium co-branded credit card, making it an ideal time to apply. While I haven’t been provided with an end date for this offer, I’ve been told that this is the ”last chance” to apply...
Miles To Memories
Yay! Amex Referrals Are Working Again
American Express has been playing around with some people's ability to generate referral links. The post Yay! Amex Referrals Are Working Again appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Monkey Miles
Here are all the July transfer bonuses
Here are all the banks offering a transfer bonus to partner programs (Updated August 1st, 2022) The post Here are all the July transfer bonuses appeared first on Monkey Miles.
You Are Travel
Purchase IHG One Rewards Points with an 100% Bonus
tl;dr – IHG is back with another points sale, offering a 100% bonus on purchases of 5,000 or…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Zebras in Kenya: A Photographic Essay.
There is no mistaking those distinctive striped equids known as zebras, which abound plentiful in Kenya — especially in the Masai Mara National Reserve, where I went on safari earlier this year. Zebras tend to be... The post Zebras in Kenya: A Photographic Essay. appeared first on The Gate.
{Tech} for Travel
IFA 2025 Berlin: Where, When & What to Expect
IFA 2025 Berlin is shaping up to be a significant event for home and consumer technology. Discover what's new and why it matters. The post IFA 2025 Berlin: Where, When & What to Expect appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
View from the Wing
Bilt Rewards Just Hit $10 Billion By Solving Loyalty’s Biggest Problem—Here’s What Every Skeptic Missed
Skeptics of the program have little reason not to participate. If you think they’re providing too much value to be sustainable, that would seem to be an even stronger reason to go all-in with the program (to benefit from the excess value they’re delivering). Continue reading Bilt Rewards Just Hit $10...
2PAXfly
POWER BANKS: Chinese airlines place snap ban, leaving flyers confused
Electronics seem to get a rough time from airlines. Recently, power banks, in particular, have been banned or are subject to tight restrictions on where they can be carried. ET is reporting that a snap ban has been imposed by some Chinese airlines. Snap ban leaves travellers power-less Airports in...
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Do Some People ALWAYS Get Patted Down at the Airport?
Going to the airport is a generally stressful, queue-laden mess for most travelers, but at least nothing out of the ordinary happens to them. It’s a lot of waiting and…