Miles To Memories
Buyer Beware – What to Consider Before Jumping into That 2025 Airline Challenge
Some are busy with a 2025 airline challenge or three. But here are a few reasons to check yourself before you overcommit. The post Buyer Beware – What to Consider Before Jumping into That 2025 Airline Challenge appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Only Statues on Easter Island Which Face the Sea: Ahu Akivi
Of the hundreds of statues throughout Easter Island, the seven moai of the explorers at Ahu Akivi are the only ones which face the Pacific Ocean in order to watch over and protect the inhabitants through the influence of their mana — or mystical power — even though the ahu...
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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...
View from the Wing
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...
Frequent Miler
Is Chase about to Bonvoy the Ritz-Carlton card?
Ugh. While we were all busy buying fireworks and stuffing ourselves with hot dogs, it looks like the evil nerfing gremlins may have found a new target: our beloved Ritz-Carton card. The Ritz card has been a favorite among the FM Team (and many points and miles folks) for years....
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.
One Mile at a Time
Low: Hyatt Hotel Tries To Scam Its Way Out Of Honoring Low Rate
Hotels have to be called out for behavior like this, because it’s not only inhospitable, but also highly unethical…
One Mile at a Time
Model Dumped For Refusing To Fly Coach With Boyfriend: Who Is In The Wrong?
The New York Post has what I’d describe as a rather scandalized story about a Brazilian model being dumped by her boyfriend after she refused to fly economy with him, and instead, booked a separate ticket in business class.
The Bulkhead Seat
Lake Como Catastrophe: Thieves Emptied My Rental Car of Everything
It has been a few days since I have been able to post for… The post Lake Como Catastrophe: Thieves Emptied My Rental Car of Everything appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
Common Things In The U.S. That Are Unheard Of In Other Countries
When you go to another country, there’s often some culture shock. When I go to the UK, I always have to remember to ask for the “toilet” as opposed to…
TravelUpdate
Wow! Who knew these two airlines offer slippers in business class!
There are many different areas that an airline can differentiate itself with the soft product. From amenity kits…
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...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (5th July)
It’s time to Metal out in Birmingham as Black Sabbath and friends are in town for their final gig. But it’s also Saturday night, so it’s also time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Among one of many headliners in Birmingham this weekend – The Black Sabbath Mural,...
International Stories
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Brasileiros lideram gastos no Mundial de Clubes 2025 nos Estados Unidos
Durante o Mundial de Clubes 2025, o número de turistas brasileiros nos Estados Unidos usando cartão Visa cresceu 10% em relação a 2024. Apesar de ficarem atrás da Argentina em transações, os brasileiros foram os que mais gastaram, segundo análise da Visa Consulting & Analytics. A Visa divulgou os dados...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Clube Livelo Top oferece até 376.000 pontos em novas assinaturas em 12 meses
A Livelo está com uma oferta para quem deseja assinar o Clube Livelo Top. Na modalidade anual, o cliente acumula 376.000 pontos ao longo de 12 meses. Já na modalidade mensal, o total chega a 370.000 pontos no mesmo período. Veja os detalhes a seguir. Mecânica da Promoção Esta promoção...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
REVIEW: JW Frankfurt – Skyline Junior Suite
Meine Meinung zum JW Frankfurt … 2022 wurde aus dem Jumeirah das JW Hotel. Die letzten drei Jahre…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Grupos gratuitos e silenciosos do PPV! O melhor do Pontos pra Voar direto no seu celular
Fique por dentro de promoções, artigos e dicas exclusivas nos nossos grupos gratuitos e silenciosos do PPV no WhatsApp ou Telegram. Sem mensagens desnecessárias, somente o que realmente interessa para melhorar sua experiência nas suas próximas viagens. Confira os detalhes! Grupos Silenciosos do PPV Nós também compartilhamos, além do conteúdo...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Resgate passagens nacionais a partir de 1.890 + taxas
Na edição do Alerta de passagens PPV deste sábado você confere 12 dicas de trechos para você voar pelo Brasil gastando a partir de 1.890 pontos + taxas. A seguir, veja os principais detalhes e disponibilidades. Passagens Nacionais Nessa tabela mesclamos algumas emissões dos três programas de companhias aéreas nacionais...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Argentina vai zerar impostos – Smartphones e eletrônicos podem ficar até 30% mais baratos
A Argentina anunciou a redução e futura extinção de impostos sobre eletrônicos, como celulares e TVs. A expectativa é que os eletrônicos na Argentina fiquem até 30% mais baratos, impulsionando o turismo de compras nas fronteiras com o Brasil. A Argentina deu um passo importante para se tornar um dos...
Korea
Fly with Moxie
St. Augustine, FL 2025 골프/바다 여행기
잠시 랩탑을 닫아놓고, 6월 셋째주말에 운전하고 St. Augustine으로 여행을 다녀왔습니다.  Jacksonville, FL에서 2박, 그 아래에 있는 Vilano Beach에서 1박을 하면서 골프도 좀 치고, 해수욕도 좀 할 수 있는 그런 여행을 다녀왔어요.
Germany
PointsMag
Air France-KLM will die Mehrheit an SAS Scandinavian Airlines übernehmen
Air France-KLM machen von ihrer Option Gebrauch, die Mehrheit von SAS Scandinavian Airlines zu übernehmen, nachdem sie im… Weiterlesen Air France-KLM will die Mehrheit an SAS Scandinavian Airlines übernehmen by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Tarifa de embarque internacional aumenta 22% no Aeroporto de Brasília – Valor chega a R$ 66,97
A tarifa de embarque internacional no Aeroporto Internacional de Brasília foi reajustada em 22,28%, passando de R$ 54,77 para R$ 66,97. A Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (Anac) autorizou a mudança por meio da Decisão nº 714, publicada no Diário Oficial da União em 2 de julho de 2025. Novas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Panamá libera brasileiros da vacina contra febre amarela – Veja exceções
Viajar do Brasil ao Panamá ficou mais fácil, pois o país eliminou a exigência da vacina contra febre amarela para turistas brasileiros. A medida busca estimular o turismo e vale para áreas urbanas, com exceção de regiões de risco. A vacina contra febre amarela no Panamá deixou de ser obrigatória...
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
750 Qatar Privilege Club Avios nach einem Hilton Stay
Mit einem Hilton Stay Qatar Privilege Club Avios sammeln … Hilton Honors und Qatar Privilege Club haben eine…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
08:00 Nubank zera spread e reembolsa IOF
O Nubank anunciou o reembolso do IOF e o fim do spread cambial para clientes da Conta Global Ultravioleta. A medida oferece mais economia para quem faz compras em moeda estrangeira ou viaja com frequência. Enquanto o governo brasileiro debate se vai ou não aumentar o IOF de forma permanente,...
Germany
PointsMag
Ultimativen Boxenstopp: Die Hilton und McLaren Racing Themensuite im The Trafalgar St. James London
Passend zum zum Formel-1-Grand-Prix von Großbritannien in Silverstone haben Hilton und McLaren Racing die „Stay Like McLaren Racing“-Suite… Weiterlesen Ultimativen Boxenstopp: Die Hilton und McLaren Racing Themensuite im The Trafalgar St. James London by PointsMag.
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
DEAL: Etihad Business Kopenhagen – Jaipur (Return): 1.300 Euro
Mit der Etihad Business von Kopenhagen nach Indien … Etihad hat weiterhin einen sehr guten Business Deal von…
Germany
You Have Been Upgraded
DEAL: Cathay Pacific Business Deutschland – Hong Kong (Return): 1.750 Euro
Mit der Cathay Pacific Business von Deutschland nach Hong Kong … Abgehend von den kleineren Airports in Deutschland…
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 4 de julho de 2025
A última edição do Radar PPV da semana está no ar! Para não fugir das tradicionais sextas-feiras, tivemos mais um dia com poucas novidades e muitas ofertas chegando ao fim. Vamos aos detalhes! O Banco Inter está oferecendo até 30% de cashback na compra de Gift Cards selecionados. Além disso,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Inter Loop
Pensando em transferir seus pontos? Essas são as últimas horas para participar da promoção do Azul Fidelidade, em que oferece até 100% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Inter Loop! Confira os detalhes a seguir. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a Azul está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Receba 19 mil milhas em 6 meses na assinatura do Clube Smiles 1.000
A Smiles lançou uma oferta para adesão ao Clube 1.000, com uma mecânica um pouquinho diferente. Dessa vez, ao assinar, o cliente recebe 13.000 milhas extras divididas no 1º, 3º e 5º mês de permanência no plano. A campanha é válida até às 10h do dia 10 de julho. Confira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Abra sua conta Nomad e ganhe até 12 mil pontos Azul Fidelidade + 2 acessos ao Nomad Lounge
Está planejando sua próxima viagem para o exterior? Aproveite a nova promoção da Nomad, em parceria com o Azul Fidelidade, oferecendo até 12 mil pontos Azul no primeiro câmbio usando o cupom VOARJULHO. Além disso, você ganha 2 acessos ao Nomad Lounge! A seguir, confira os principais detalhes desta oferta. Conta...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Azul inicia voos entre Porto Alegre e Bariloche
A Azul Linhas Aéreas retomou seus voos sazonais entre Porto Alegre e Bariloche, conectando o Sul do Brasil a um dos destinos mais procurados da temporada de inverno na Argentina. Com operações diretas, a rota facilita o acesso dos turistas da região Sul às paisagens da Patagônia. A Azul deu...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voos para Buenos Aires a partir de 16.500 milhas na Smiles
Se você está planejando uma viagem internacional econômica, essa é uma excelente chance! A Smiles está com passagens para Buenos Aires, na Argentina, a partir de 16.500 milhas + taxas. Há voos saindo de diversas cidades brasileiras. Confira abaixo as melhores opções disponíveis! Passagens para Buenos Aires com Milhas Smiles...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Itaú oferece pontuação em dobro em compras internacionais durante o mês de julho
O Itaú lançou uma nova campanha exclusiva para clientes selecionados, oferecendo pontos em dobro para compras internacionais com cartões de crédito elegíveis. Veja como participar e aproveite para acumular mais pontos em suas compras no exterior. Bonificação A seguir você confere a lista de cartões de crédito Itaú participantes da...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Cartão GOL Smiles Bradesco com 1 ano de anuidade grátis e até 12 mil milhas bônus
O Bradesco troxe de volta a oferta para os cartões GOL Smiles das bandeiras Visa Gold, Platinum e Infinite, agora com 1 ano de isenção de anuidade e bônus de até 12.000 milhas. Para garantir as milhas extras, é necessário cumprir a meta de gastos estabelecida na campanha. A promoção...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Lufthansa e Adidas lançam tênis exclusivo em edição limitada
A Lufthansa e a Adidas firmaram mais uma parceria para lançar o Adidas Lufthansa Limited Edition Sneaker 2025, um tênis minimalista e exclusivo, pensado para os amantes da aviação e do design alemão. A Lufthansa e a Adidas uniram forças para lançar um modelo exclusivo do Adidas Advantage Premium, em...
One Mile at a Time
Guide To Hyatt’s Miraval Resorts: Locations, Experience, How To Book
In 2017, Hyatt acquired Miraval, as part of Hyatt’s hope of expanding in the luxury wellness sector. In this post, I’d like to take a closer look at the Miraval portfolio, and how to book Miraval properties, whether paying with cash or points. When it comes to World of Hyatt,...
View from the Wing
Southwest Airlines Agent Filmed Casually Shopping For Shoes While Stranded Passenger Struggles With Flight Rebooking
A passenger is filmed at an airline podium while an agent in a red blazer is scrolling an online shopping site. Zoomed-in you can make out handbags and block-heel sandals. She shops as she talks through rebooking the customer. Continue reading Southwest Airlines Agent Filmed Casually Shopping For...

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Frequent Miler
Citi American Airlines AAdvantage Executive Card: 100K miles after $10K in purchases (Ending Soon?)
Update: Several blogs with Citi Executive card affiliate links have reported that this 100K offer will be “ending soon.” No ending date has been reported, but that usually means that there’s 1-2 weeks left. ~~~ The Citi American Airlines AAdvantage Executive is once again offering an increased welcome bonus of 100,000...
Economondo
Flying the Classic Maddog: Rhodes to Linz on a Rare MD-80!
Flying on a rare MD-80 from Rhodes to Linz, operated by Bulgarian airline European Air Charter
Your Mileage May Vary
Why Don’t Most Hotel Rooms In The U.S. Have Ceiling Lights?
Have you ever been in a hotel room in the U.S. and noticed that there are lights in just about every place you can imagine…on the dresser, nightstands and desk,…
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Southwest Airlines Gate Agent Caught Online Shopping While Helping Customer in Viral Video
A Southwest Airlines gate agent has gone viral after she was caught on camera browsing an online clothes store while also talking to a customer at the podium. The gate agent didn’t let her conversation with the customer distract her for one moment as she effortlessly scrolled through a selection...
One Mile at a Time
10 Best Credit Card Welcome Offers July 2025: Earn Lots Of Points!
Every month I make a post with what I consider to be the best credit card offers at the time, with a particular focus on the best travel credit cards. It’s always a great time to start getting your points strategy in order, so you’re ready to plan your dream...
Monkey Miles
Amazon Prime gets GrubHub+ as long as you’re a Prime Member ( upgraded from 12 months free )
Don't forget Amazon Prime gets 1 year GrubHub+ The post Amazon Prime gets GrubHub+ as long as you’re a Prime Member ( upgraded from 12 months free ) appeared first on Monkey Miles.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn 750 bonus Avios on one Hilton stay worldwide via Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Earn 750 bonus Avios on your next stay at any participating Hilton Hotel Worldwide. Register & book now for stays until Sep 30, 25. Click here to register for this offer & to book your stays direct with Hilton. To earn the bonus Avios you must have your Hilton Honors...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Employee Caught in Predator Sting At O’Hare Airport
A United Airlines employee with a fetish for minors was caught in a sting operation at Chicago O’Hare International Airport by popular YouTuber Jidon Armani Adams. This is quite a sobering story. United Airlines Employee Caught in Predator Sting at Chicago O’Hare Adams, who goes by JiDion on YouTube, has...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Lufthansa Business Lounge (MXP)
After being robbed in Como, we decided to head back to the United States… The post Lounge Review: Lufthansa Business Lounge (MXP) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Is It Okay to Book a Window and Aisle Seat? (and hope nobody sits between you)
A popular "travel hack" says that it is okay to book a window and aisle and hope for an empty middle seat. But is it okay to...
One Mile at a Time
What Amenities Make An Airport Lounge Good? Here’s My Take…
I write a lot about airport lounges on the blog, ranging all the way from domestic lounges in the United States, to the best business class lounges, to the best first class lounges. When I rank the lounges I like most, some readers understandably have very different takes.
Point Me to the Plane
A Weekend in Beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia
Here are top tips for what to do, see, and eat in Vancouver. The city is also a starting point for adventures to Whistler, Vancouver Island and Alaska.
Your Mileage May Vary
What You Need to Know Before Booking Your Basic Economy Flight
Basic Economy fares are still with us in 2025, and while the core idea hasn’t changed—lower fares in exchange for fewer perks—the fine print continues to evolve. Airlines have updated…
View from the Wing
Alaska Airlines Food Mystery: Why Do Their Meals Taste Better—Despite Spending Less Than United And Delta?
I don't fly Alaska Airlines often, maybe just a couple of trips per year. I'm much more active in their Mileage Plan program than with the airline. But every time I fly Alaska I'm struck by the quality of their food. Continue reading Alaska Airlines Food Mystery:...
The Bulkhead Seat
18 Injured During Evacuation of Ryanair Boeing 737-800 in Mallorca
Ryanair flight RK 3446 was departing from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) and headed… The post 18 Injured During Evacuation of Ryanair Boeing 737-800 in Mallorca appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Elite Frequent Flyer Sues United For $500K Over Flight Cancellations That He Pins On Cost-Cutting Staff Shortages
United Airlines is being sued by one of its most loyal frequent flyers in a half-million-dollar lawsuit that accuses the Chicago-based carrier of deceptive and unfair business practices by selling flights that it couldn’t operate because it didn’t hire enough staff. The lawsuit is being brought by Jonathan Davidoff, a...
Frequent Miler
Current Hotel Promotions for July 2025
All major hotel brands dangle various carrots in front of customers to incentivize their patronage. Bonuses for for elite status, loyalty program membership and credit card spending all serve as sweeteners that make rewards-earning a little faster and more fruitful. Promotions are another significant way that hotel loyalty programs try...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Card Comparison: Preferred Vs. Reserve Showdown
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve Card are both compelling travel rewards credit cards. In this post, I’d like to compare the two cards — while they have a lot of similarities, they also have a lot of differences, especially with the recent Sapphire Reserve refresh.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 Economy Class
My family enjoyed a restful flight with friendly service on a Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 in economy class from Los Angeles to London. Here’s my review. Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 Economy Class Review (LAX-LHR) We booked these tickets at the last minute for 15,000 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club miles and $152.80 in...
View from the Wing
New Trump Tax Law Kills Off MGM & Caesars Rewards In 6 Months—Gamblers Will Owe Taxes Even When They Lose
Just before it was voted on, one provision was discovered that made it into the final bill that will kill off casino loyalty programs like MGM Rewards and Caesars Rewards: recording your gambling transactions is going to mean a bigger tax bill, even when you lose money gambling. People aren’t...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Great Sphinx of Giza in Egypt: A Photographic Essay
It looks like he is a gentleman in waiting — waiting, that is, in the same spot for greater than 4,500 years. The Great Sphinx of Giza — also known simply as the Sphinx, although there are many other sphinxes in Egypt — is the largest monolith statue in the world...
Altitude Yes
False Fire Alarm on Ryanair Flight Prompts Evacuation, Injuring 18
Several passengers ended up over the wing during the evacuation, where the Boeing 737 does not have an inflatable slide. The post False Fire Alarm on Ryanair Flight Prompts Evacuation, Injuring 18 first appeared on Altitude Yes.
You Are Travel
238-Room Conrad Hamburg Set for ‘Early’ October Debut – Should Set a New Standard for Luxury in the City
Tl;dr – We’ll see the long-awaited debut of the luxury hotel in mid-October 2025. Earlier this week, I…
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt Manager To Guest: “Tarnishing Our Property Is Unacceptable”
Yesterday, I wrote about some shady behavior by the Hyatt Centric South Beach. An OMAAT reader made three bookings for next year on dates coinciding with World Cup games in Miami, as the rates weren’t inflated compared to what they’d usually be. Days later, the hotel emailed him to cancel...