Economy Class & Beyond
Qatar Airways completes its Boeing 777 Starlink Rollout
For those travelling on Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777 fleet, the airline has completed its Starlink by SpaceX rollout. The rollout covered 54 Boeing 777 aircraft in the Qatar Airways fleet.  This milestone makes Qatar Airways the operator of the largest number of widebody aircraft equipped with Starlink technology. Originally scheduled...
One Mile at a Time
Yay: Miami Airport Getting New 14K Square Foot Lounge In Concourse E
Miami International Airport (MIA) is my home airport, and it’s not exactly a great facility. Sure, the airport is undergoing a modernization, but even that isn’t poised to turn this into some world class facility. At least for those of us who appreciate airport lounges, there’s an exciting development, which...
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View from the Wing
Intentional Act? Investigators Now Believe Pilots May Have Cut Fuel In Deadly Air India Boeing 787 Crash
The crash of Air India flight 171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on June 12 may have been an intentional act. Investigators are focusing on the positions of fuel cutoff switches in the cockpit. Continue reading Intentional Act? Investigators Now Believe Pilots May Have Cut Fuel In Deadly Air...
View from the Wing
‘You’re The Real Karen!’: JetBlue Passenger Loses It After Flyers Reject Her ‘I’m a Lawyer’ Demand To Deplane First
A passenger on a JetBlue flight demanded to be allowed to cut in front of other passengers getting off, identifying herself as a lawyer. Was she going to get a judge to order everyone to wait for her? Continue reading ‘You’re The Real Karen!’: JetBlue Passenger Loses It After Flyers...
One Mile at a Time
SFO ATC Makes Mistake, Scolds British Airways Pilot: “Know Your Aircraft”
An air traffic controller at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) gave a British Airways pilot the incorrect instructions, and then scolded him. If nothing else, this clearly reflects just how stressed out some air traffic controllers are, and how collectively bad we are at deescalation.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Jet Diverts To Remote Military Airbase In The Middle Of The Atlantic – Airline Orchestrates Rescue
The pilots of a Delta Air Lines plane flying from Madrid to New York JFK declared an emergency and diverted to a remote military airbase in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday after the Airbus A330 suffered what is believed to have been a serious engine failure. Passengers...
One Mile at a Time
Air India Crash Investigation Focuses On Engine Fuel Control Switches
On June 12, 2025, we saw anAir India Boeing 787 crash after takeofffrom Ahmedabad, killing hundreds. This is the most fatal aviation accident in roughly a decade, and its also one of the most mysterious.What would cause a Boeing 787to essentially fall out of the sky just seconds after takeoff?
View from the Wing
‘Since You Want to Do It That Way, Give Me My Seat’: Passenger Perfectly Shuts Down Entitled Parent on Sweltering American Airlines Flight
A passenger boarded their American Airlines flight and found a child sitting in their seat. He paused, double checked the row, and is ready to let the child keep the seat-provided the parent asks politely. Continue reading ‘Since You Want to Do It That Way, Give Me My Seat’: Passenger...
Eye of the Flyer
How Do Runways Get Their Names/Numbers?
You’ve likely taken a flight when one of the pilots said something like, “We’ll have a quick taxi over to Runway 24” or “We’re landing today on Runway 7.” Wait, you perhaps thought, our airport doesn’t have 24 runways! Or When I took off from here last week, the pilot...
Frequent Miler
The best card for Priority Pass lounges, experiences, and restaurants
Given the (seemingly false) rumors that the Ritz-Carlton card’s annual fee will soon jump from $450 to $695 per year, Priority Pass has been on my mind lately. The Ritz card used to be the hands-down best way to get Priority Pass for yourself and your whole family. The equation...
One Mile at a Time
The (Honest) State Of Travel & Points Blogging
I’ve been blogging full time for over 17 years. A lot has changed in the travel & points blogging landscape in that time, between the increasing popularity of the points hobby, the way that media consumption has changed, and more. I thought this would be an interesting time to reflect...
Live and Let’s Fly
Why I’m Breaking Up With Las Vegas
Las Vegas used to be for everyone. Now it’s for suckers. Bagel and coffee at the Fontainebleau hotel? $33. Buffet at the Wynn? $75. Valet-parking at the Bellagio? $40/day. Tourists are fed up with inflation hitting Las Vegas and are voting with their wallets. I’m one of them… Tourists Flee...
One Mile at a Time
Qatar Airways’ Free Starlink Wi-Fi Update: 777s Done, A350s Next
In October 2023, Qatar Airways made an exciting announcement when it comes to inflight Wi-Fi, as the oneworld carrier revealed it would introduce Starlink connectivity. In October 2024, we saw the first jet equipped with this service. The airline has now revealed a positive update regarding the rollout of this...
International Stories
China
Duocaish
2025年雅高Q3活动：亚太、非洲、中东地区双倍积分（2025/7/31前注册并预订）
从2024年开始，雅高集团就不再发布全球的积分奖励活动，而是分为大中华区、美洲区和亚太非洲中东区三个区域的独立 […]
China
Duocaish
日本乐天旅游优惠：2025年2025月快闪优惠码，低至7折(2025/8/26前领取)
日本乐天旅游网站（Rakuten Travel）是日本最大的订房网站，不少朋友都会在这里预订日本旅行住宿。乐天 […]
China
Duocaish
Agoda Getaway Deals：预订欧洲、中东酒店可享85折优惠（2025/9/30前预订）
现在是旅游旺季，所以 Agoda 推出了 Getaway Deals，预订欧洲、中东、印度的酒店可享额外85折 […]
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 9 de julho de 2025
O dia não foi lá essas coisas, mas o Radar PPV chegou pra salvar a quarta-feira com algumas boas oportunidades! Começamos com a Esfera, que está oferecendo até 12 pontos por real gasto em três lojas parceiras. No Shopping LATAM Pass, a Pontofrio está com até 6 milhas por real...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Participe do Grupo de emissões do PPV e receba +300 alertas por mês
Junte-se ao Grupo de Emissões do Pontos pra Voar! Lá, você encontra as melhores ofertas em passagens aéreas. Com mais de 300 alertas mensais para voos nacionais e internacionais, pagando o equivalente a R$23,14/mês. Vamos aos detalhes! Monitores Disponíveis para Dúvidas Nos nossos grupos você conta com dois monitores, o...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimas horas! Receba 19.000 milhas Smiles em 6 meses na adesão do Clube 1.000
Essas são as últimas horas para participar da atual promoção de adesão ao Clube 1.000 da Smiles. Nesta oferta, é possível receber 19.000 milhas ao longo de seis meses. Vamos aos detalhes! Reajuste nos Valores do Clube Como noticiamos aqui, a Smiles aumentou o valor da assinatura dos seus clubes, com reajustes que variam entre 5,13% e 16,44%, dependendo do plano escolhido. Por exemplo, o Plano 1.000 passou de R$ 42 para R$ 46 mensais,...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Últimos dias! Abra sua conta Nomad e ganhe até 12 mil pontos Azul Fidelidade + 2 acessos ao Nomad Lounge
Últimos dias para você aproveitar a oferta da Nomad em parceria com o Azul Fidelidade, em que oferece até 12 mil pontos Azul no primeiro câmbio usando o cupom VOARJULHO. Além disso, você ganha 2 acessos ao Nomad Lounge. Não perca mais tempo e veja os detalhes a seguir! Conta...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Arajet mira novos destinos nos Estados Unidos
Arajet está planejando voar de costa a costa nos Estados Unidos, ampliando conexões potenciais para brasileiros via República Dominicana. A Arajet, companhia aérea de baixo custo com sede na República Dominicana, protocolou junto à Junta de Aviação Civil (JAC) do país um pedido de autorização para operar 12 novas rotas...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Shopping LATAM Pass oferece até 6 milhas por real em compras na Pontofrio
O Shopping LATAM Pass está oferecendo até 6 milhas por real gasto em compras realizadas em categorias selecionadas na Pontofrio. A oferta é válida até dia 11 de julho, e você confere todas as condições abaixo. Pontuação A pontuação extra está estruturada da seguinte forma nesta campanha do LATAM Pass:...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Compartilhando Emissões – Milão para Madri voando com a Iberia usando Avios
Dando sequência à série “Compartilhando Emissões” aqui no Pontos pra Voar, iremos, no post de hoje, falar sobre uma emissão que realizei para uma viagem na classe econômica da Iberia, no início deste ano, de Milão para Madri, utilizando Avios do programa Club Iberia Plus. Introdução Em primeiro lugar, gostaria...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voe para Paris com seus pontos Azul Fidelidade
Alerta de passagens PPV: aproveite seus pontos Azul Fidelidade para conhecer Paris! O programa de fidelidade da Azul tem oportunidades de resgate para você viajar para a Cidade Luz ainda este mês, em voos diretos, a partir de 92.000 pontos + taxas. Passagens para Paris com Pontos Azul Fidelidade Confira...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Viva o melhor do RJ! Hotéis no Rio de Janeiro com diárias a partir de R$ 187
Explore hotéis no Rio de Janeiro com diárias a partir de R$ 187! Embarque nesta experiência única e descubra o charme das praias deslumbrantes, a energia das ruas e a cultura que só o Rio oferece. Não perca tempo, reserve seu hotel agora e prepare-se para viver momentos inesquecíveis na...
Germany
PointsMag
Hilton Punkte mit bis 100% Bonus kaufen und wie du so deine Übernachtungen günstiger machen kannst
Tolle Neuigkeiten für Hilton-Stammgäste: Hilton Honors hat eine neue Promotion zum Kauf von Punkten veröffentlicht. Aktuell kannst du Hilton… Weiterlesen Hilton Punkte mit bis 100% Bonus kaufen und wie du so deine Übernachtungen günstiger machen kannst by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Voos nacionais com a Smiles a partir de 6.100 milhas
Quer aproveitar suas milhas para viajar pelo Brasil em 2026? A Smiles está com ótimas oportunidades de passagens nacionais a partir de apenas 6.100 milhas + taxas. Há saídas de diversas cidades para destinos em todo o país. Confira abaixo os principais trechos disponíveis! Passagens nacionais com milhas Smiles Atenção:...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Emirates estuda aceitar pagamentos em criptomoedas
A Emirates firmou parceria com a Crypto.com para, a partir de 2026, permitir pagamentos com criptomoedas por meio do sistema Crypto.com Pay. A Emirates Airline firmou um Memorando de Entendimento (MoU) com a plataforma de ativos digitais Crypto.com, com o objetivo de estudar a futura integração do sistema Crypto.com Pay...
Germany
PointsMag
Warum es Sinn machen kann, eine Amex mit einem niedrigeren Willkommensbonus zu beantragen
Nach der Aktion ist vor der Aktion – dachten sich in der Vergangenheit viele, wenn es darum ging… Weiterlesen Warum es Sinn machen kann, eine Amex mit einem niedrigeren Willkommensbonus zu beantragen by PointsMag.
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Desconto de R$ 0,10 por litro no Shell Box nesta quarta-feira
Nesta quarta-feira, 9 de julho, o Shell Box traz novamente a oferta de R$ 0,10 de desconto por litro nos combustíveis da linha V-Power (Gasolina, Etanol ou Racing). Para garantir o benefício, basta ativar o cupom no aplicativo e abastecer em um posto participante. Como Funciona o Desconto Ao utilizar...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Golpes e fraudes em viagens – Veja 5 sinais e dicas para ficar atento
Fraudes e golpes em viagens cresceram e para se proteger, é essencial verificar a reputação da empresa, desconfiar de promoções muito baratas, pagar com cartão de crédito e evitar links de redes sociais. Em caso de golpe, o chargeback pode ser uma solução – mas só em transações com cartão....
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de passagens PPV! Los Angeles ou Las Vegas a partir de 30.000 milhas LATAM Pass
Alerta de passagens PPV: descubra destinos icônicos como Los Angeles e Las Vegas usando suas milhas LATAM Pass! Nossa equipe encontrou trechos a partir de 30.000 milhas para embarques entre agosto e setembro. Uma ótima oportunidade de aproveitar a Califórnia, ou se encantar com as luzes de Vegas. Passagens para...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Novo recurso da Apple promete facilitar a vida dos viajantes
A Apple vai lançar um novo recurso no iOS 26 que compartilha automaticamente dados de login em redes Wi-Fi entre iPhone e iPad, facilitando a conexão em hotéis, aeroportos e voos. A Apple está prestes a resolver um dos pequenos (porém irritantes) incômodos enfrentados por viajantes frequentes. Com o lançamento...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Esfera oferece até 12 pontos por real gasto em três parceiros
A Esfera lançou uma nova rodada de acúmulo com três grandes parceiras: Natura, Netshoes e Extra. Durante a campanha, é possível acumular até 12 pontos por real gasto nas compras online. Confira os destaques! Natura Para esta campanha, a pontuação turbinada está estruturada da seguinte maneira: 12 pontos – Válido...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
American Express anuncia Centurion Lounge no Aeroporto de Amsterdã
A American Express acaba de confirmar a abertura de mais uma unidade da sua exclusiva rede de salas VIP: o Centurion Lounge do Aeroporto de Amsterdã Schiphol (AMS), com inauguração prevista para 2026. Esta será a primeira sala VIP própria de uma empresa global de cartões de crédito no movimentado...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Até 90% de bônus na transferência de pontos para o Azul Fidelidade – Incluindo Esfera e Livelo
Hoje é o último dia para aproveitar a promoção de transferência bonificada do Azul Fidelidade! A campanha oferece até 90% de bônus no envio de pontos com todos os parceiros participantes, com exceção do Safra e Porto Seguro. Veja os detalhes a seguir. Mecânica do Bônus Para esta campanha, a...
Brazil
Pontos pra Voar
Banco Inter inaugura sua terceira sala VIP em aeroportos
Clientes Inter Prime e Inter Win agora têm acessos ilimitados a mais uma sala VIP, desta vez no Aeroporto de Confins. O Banco Inter acaba de inaugurar sua terceira sala VIP em aeroportos brasileiros, desta vez no Aeroporto Internacional de Belo Horizonte (CNF), em Confins. O novo lounge é fruto...
Live from a Lounge
An extra 3000 Accor Points worth INR 6,000 when you sign up for Accor Plus (get Accor status as well)
Accor Plus, the Dining programme for Accor Hotels is offering an additional 3000 ALL points worth INR 6,000. Check out the details inside. The post An extra 3000 Accor Points worth INR 6,000 when you sign up for Accor Plus (get Accor status as well) appeared first on Live From...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Flies Airbus A340 Across The Atlantic At Just 10,000 Feet And Unpressurized
The German flag carrier Lufthansa flew an Airbus A340-600 across the Atlantic Ocean unpressurized and at an altitude of just 10,000 feet on Tuesday in order to get the plane back to its own maintenance facility for urgent repairs. The 16-year-old aircraft was badly damaged after landing in Boston on...

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The Bulkhead Seat
Hotel Review: Hyatt Grand Central New York
I have stayed at this property dozens of times through the years when it… The post Hotel Review: Hyatt Grand Central New York appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Virgin Atlantic maps out a more premium future
Virgin Atlantic recently announced planned changes to its fleet, as well as the premium options its passengers are demanding. Let’s see what’s happening with some major premium seating increases. Boeing 787-9 fleet The airline’s Boeing 787-9s will boast a full cabin redesign, introducing new seating in all three cabins. The...
Frequent Miler
The best card for Priority Pass lounges, experiences, and restaurants
Given the (seemingly false) rumors that the Ritz-Carlton card’s annual fee will soon jump from $450 to $695 per year, Priority Pass has been on my mind lately. The Ritz card used to be the hands-down best way to get Priority Pass for yourself and your whole family. The equation...
One Mile at a Time
Allegiant Air Flight Diverts After Man Claims His Laptop Is A Bomb
We see bomb threats impacting commercial aviation with some frequency. Sometimes it’s because a passenger misinterprets something. Sometimes it’s because a passenger is going to miss their flight, and they think it’s a smart way to delay it (it’s not). Well, here’s a different kind of bomb threat, which I...
Points With a Crew
Amazon Prime Day 2025 Day 2 – Deals on Tech, Travel and More
Amazon Prime Day 2025 continues and there are still great Prime Day Deals on travel accessories, technology and other interesting deals. These go fast, so make sure and ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Shoes Off Policy Ends at Airport Security Checkpoints Effective Immediately
The shoes off policy ends at airport security checkpoints effective immediately has finally been officially confirmed amid speculation that the policy had already been in effect — meaning that all passengers are no longer required to removed their shoes when passing through a security checkpoint at airports across the United...
One Mile at a Time
American Adding First Class Seats To Airbus A319s & A320s
In March 2024, American Airlines announced plans to retrofit its Airbus A319 & A320 aircraft, to add more first class seats. This announcement coincided with American ordering 260+ Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer jets. There’s now an update, as it sounds like this project will start in the near future, so...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Just Rolled Out Elite Status For Small Businesses—Here’s What $250,000 In Tickets Buys You
American Airlines has introduced elite status in their small business program. Companies that credit $250,000 or more in a calendar year receive (3) incremental benefits. Continue reading American Airlines Just Rolled Out Elite Status For Small Businesses—Here’s What $250,000 In Tickets Buys You...
Frequent Miler
Is hotel elite status obsolete? | Ask Us Anything Ep77 | 7-2-25 | Podcast
Is hotel elite status obsolete? What’s been your favorite first class experience? And do you have favorite Hyatt hotels? We answered these and many other questions on the Ask Us Anything hosted live on YouTube on July 2nd, 2025. Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast...
Your Mileage May Vary
Fidelity Just Made Its 2% Cash Back Card Even Better
There’s a quiet but welcome improvement coming to the Fidelity® Rewards Visa Signature® Card — and it makes a good 2% cash back card even better. By the end of…
Frequent Miler
Porter Airlines now bookable using Alaska Airlines miles; excellent value available
A couple of years ago, Alaska Airlines launched a partnership with the Canadian airline Porter Airlines. Up until now, it wasn’t possible to redeem Mileage Plan miles for those flights, but that’s recently changed. Even better, there’s some excellent value to be had depending on your travel routes/dates. For example,...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Will Add Extra First Class Seats Starting This Fall—And Remove The Last Seatback TVs
American Airlines is putting an additional row of first class into its Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft. They're about the start work on the prototype A319. They expect to retrofit the first group of planes in the fall - the ones due for heavy maintenance checks - and...
One Mile at a Time
Epic: Heathrow Terminals Now Play A Soundtrack With Airport Sounds
I probably notice the little details of the flying experience more than the average person. Along those lines, I tend to think that music and sounds can create lasting memories that we associate with our travel experiences, whether it’s soothing airplane boarding music, or memorable airport jingles.
Your Mileage May Vary
The Shortest & Longest Airport Walks in the U.S. (2025)
Last year we wrote about the Longest & Shortest Airport Walks in the U.S.. The list was brought to you by Kuru Footwear, a U.S.-based shoe store that’s been around…
You Are Travel
Marriott Launching The “Outdoor Collection”: The “M” Files Trademarks for a New Brand to House Its Hybrid Accommodation Properties
Tl;dr – The new brand will presumably house brands like Postcard Cabins and Trailborn. Some interesting news out…
Points With a Crew
Amazing – 50% Off Fare Sale With Southwest (Points or Cash)
Most fare sales are nothing too exciting, but this 50% off fare sale on Southwest Airlines is worth paying attention to - you only have a limited time left to ...
Frequent Miler
UBS Visa Infinite cards: Increased annual fees, but boosted benefits to boot
The portfolio of credit cards offered by the Swiss investment bank UBS tends to fly under the radar. One reason for that is that UBS doesn’t tend to offer a welcome bonus on its cards and another is that you can’t apply for the cards online – you have to...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
FrequentFlyerBonuses Special Offer! Save 20% on Plaza Premium lounge visits
We have another great new partnership for the readers of FFB! We have teamed up with Plaza Premium Lounges to offer our readers a 20% discount on Plaza Premium single entry lounge visits! 20% off Plaza Premium lounges around the world! Plaza Premium has  lounges in 30+ countries around the...
{Tech} for Travel
OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Built for Wild Adventures
OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Ready for your next hike, these open-ear buds deliver bold sound, secure comfort, and features that keep you connected without blocking out the world. The post OpenRock S2 Earbuds Review: Built for Wild Adventures appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
One Mile at a Time
Trump Appointee Bryan Bedford Becomes New FAA Administrator
We now have a new head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which I’d consider to be good news, as there’s lots of work to be done.
Altitude Yes
Japanese Convenience Store Franchise to Offer Overnight Stays at Parking Lots for Travelers
Lawson will be the first convenience store franchise in Japan to offer this service to travelers. The post Japanese Convenience Store Franchise to Offer Overnight Stays at Parking Lots for Travelers first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Wingtips
Fast Track Arrivals at Heathrow: Who Actually Needs It?
Price: £25 off-peak, £35 peak Location: All Heathrow terminals Availability: Pre-book only, for arrivals between 06:00–21:00 Book it… The post Fast Track Arrivals at Heathrow: Who Actually Needs It? appeared first on Wingtips.
Monkey Miles
Rakuten – 10x on a ton of stores
Rakuten is running a flash sale The post Rakuten – 10x on a ton of stores appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Frequent Travel Programs Are Profitable Because Of This One Question.
Readers of The Gate With Brian Cohen and BoardingArea in general tend to know most of the ways to maximize miles and points — but when discussing miles and points with people who are not familiar with how they work, the possibility that frequent travel membership programs are profitable because...