Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 476: Giving away Newark
Newark is on the move. Plus XB-1 takes flight, United dives into pooling, and Avelo looks to grow internationally. Plus plenty more.
View from the Wing
Why United Airlines Is Adding Bigger Overhead Bins On Regional Jets
They will no longer need to gate check 1 million passenger bags per year, across 150,000 flights operated by these aircraft. Continue reading Why United Airlines Is Adding Bigger Overhead Bins On Regional Jets...
The Bulkhead Seat
Norse Atlantic Airways Will Launch Service Between London and Las Vegas This September
Low-cost carrier, Norse Atlantic Airways, will launch service between Las Vegas Harry Reid International… The post Norse Atlantic Airways Will Launch Service Between London and Las Vegas This September appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Hilton Business Card Changes: Higher Fee, Different Benefits
American Express and Hilton Honors have a suite of co-branded credit cards.
International Stories
Pontos pra Voar
Brasil adia a exigência de visto para turistas da Austrália, Canadá, Estados Unidos e Japão
A Câmara adiou a votação do Decreto Legislativo 140/23, que dispensa de visto de entrada no Brasil os turistas dos Estados Unidos, do Canadá, da Austrália e do Japão. O projeto suspende decreto do Poder Executivo que retomou o critério de reciprocidade e voltou a exigir o visto para turistas...
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Bumerangue Livelo e ALL com até 20% de bônus na transferência de pontos e até 10% de pontos de volta
Hoje é o último dia para participar da promoção bumerangue da Livelo com o ALL, na qual oferecem a seus clientes até 20% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Além disso, assinantes do Clube Livelo ganham 10% de pontos de volta. Na sequência, veja os principais detalhes. Mecânica da Promoção...
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Daily Getaways Promo für 2024
Die Daily Getaways Punkteverkäufe kommen wieder … Seit Jahren hat US Travel eine Zusammenarbeit mit den großen US…
Pontos pra Voar
Esfera oferece entre 10 e 20 pontos por real gasto em oito parceiros
Precisando turbinar o acúmulo de pontos? A Esfera está com oito promoções oferecendo a seus clientes entre 10 e 20 pontos por real gasto em compras online. Abaixo, confira os principais detalhes. Promoções Confira na tabela abaixo as cinco campanhas: Grupo de Promoções do PPV Nós temos um grupo pago...
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REVIEW: AC Padua – Standard Plus Room
Meine Meinung zum AC Padua … Die Marriott Marke AC Hotels hat eine enorme Brandbreite. Einmal Hotels mit…
Riku Miley
Sapphire Reserve, Ritz-CarltonカードベネフィットPriority passのレストランが使えなくなる | 2024年7月1日より
7/1からSapphire ReserveとRitz-Calton💳についてくるPriority passで空港レストランが使えなくなる😱 暖かい食事が食べれてラウンジよりも重宝していたのに非常に残念👎https://t.co/6ydenFwBRp — アメリカ🇺🇸在住陸マイラーKaz (@rikumiley) March 27, 2024 サマリー 2024年7月1日からSapphire ReserveとRitz-CarltonカードについてくるPriority passでは提携レストランが使えなくなります。 Sapphire ReserveとRitz-Carltonカードを2年目以降もKeepするか?判断する時にこのPriority passが使えてしかもレストランでも使えるというのが大きな理由だった人も多いのではないでしょうか? 我が家もまさにそうで、Ritz-Carltonカードを使い家族3人でPriority pass提携レストランで食事をするのが楽しみでした。SFOでレストラン4件ハシゴしたこともありました。 非常に残念です。 “[B]eginning July 1, 2024, Chase Sapphire Reserve, J.P. Morgan Reserve and The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card cardmembers will no longer have access to restaurants, cafes and markets participating in Priority Pass...
Voyage Avance
Lounge Review : 羽田空港(HND) JAL(JL) 国際線 サクララウンジ (Sakura Lounge)
ヨーロッパへ行く際、羽田空港(HND)から大韓航空(KE)を利用しました。   スカイチームラウンジとしてはデルタ航空(DL)のラウンジがあり、とてもステキな感じなのですが、AM2.00に出発するKE720便に搭乗しよう...
Pontos pra Voar
Radar PPV – Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 27 de março de 2024
Bem-vindos a mais uma edição do Radar PPV. Tivemos poucas novidades nesta quarta-feira, pois boa parte das promoções disponíveis foram lançadas ao longo da semana. Smiles e Casas Bahia estão oferecendo a seus clientes até 14 milhas por real gasto em cafeteiras selecionadas. PaGol está com uma nova campanha oferecendo...
Pontos pra Voar
Alerta de Passagens PPV! Resgate passagens para o Nordeste a partir de 12.8 mil milhas Smiles
Pensando em viajar para o Nordeste nos próximos meses? Neste artigo compartilhamos algumas sugestões de emissões de passagens com a Smiles a partir de 12.8 mil milhas o trecho, mais taxas, para viagens entre abril e junho. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao...
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Desconto de até 65% em seguro viagem Assist Card – Em até 12x sem juros, pontos Azul e acesso a sala VIP
Ainda não contratou o seu seguro viagem? Aprovei a atual campanha da Assist Card oferecendo até 65% de desconto, com a possibilidade de se acumular pontos Azul e parcelar o pagamento em até 12 vezes sem juros. Vamos aos detalhes! Pontos Azul Os participantes do programa que realizarem a contratação...
Pontos pra Voar
TAP Air Portugal registra lucro recorde em 2023
Apesar de estar no meio de seu processo de privatização, parece que 2023 foi um ano excelente para a companhia TAP Air Portugal. A empresa portuguesa registrou um lucro recorde de cerca de 117 milhões de euros (192 milhões de dólares) durante o período. O montante superou a maior marca...
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DEAL: LOT Business Oslo – Peking (Return): 1.130 Euro
Mit der LOT Business von Oslo nach Peking … Ab Oslo hat Lufthansa und Swiss gute Business Deals…
Pontos pra Voar
Ganhe até 14 milhas Smiles por real gasto em cafeteiras selecionadas nas Casas Bahia
Pensando em comprar uma cafeteira nova? Smiles e Casas Bahia deram início a uma nova ação promocional, na qual oferecem até 14 milhas por real gasto em cafeteiras selecionadas. Confira os principais detalhes abaixo. Atenção: Conforme publicamos aqui, a GOL está em recuperação judicial. Leve isso em consideração ao decidir se continuará...
Pontos pra Voar
Compartilhando Emissões: São Paulo para Tóquio voando Lufthansa em classe executiva com milhas TAP Miles&Go
Dando sequência à série Compartilhando Emissões aqui no Pontos pra Voar, iremos, no post de hoje, falar sobre uma emissão do André Mesquita para uma viagem em classe executiva de São Paulo para Tóquio, via Frankfurt, com milhas do programa TAP Miles&Go, voando com a Lufthansa. Introdução Em primeiro lugar,...
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REVIEW: Hilton Garden Inn Lecce – Junior Suite
Meine Meinung zum Hilton Garden Inn in Lecce (Italien) … In Lecce unten am Stiefel ist man schon…
Pontos pra Voar
Segue valendo! Abra sua conta digital Nomad e receba até 7 mil pontos Esfera na primeira operação de câmbio
Esfera e Nomad seguem com a ação promocional oferecendo a seus clientes até 7 mil pontos de boas-vindas utilizando o cupom ESFERAPONTOS na abertura da sua conta. Confira abaixo, os detalhes desta oferta. Conta Digital Nomad Para aqueles que ainda não conhecem, a Nomad é uma conta digital que permite...
Pontos pra Voar
Último dia! Azul Fidelidade oferece até 60% de bônus na transferência de pontos do Itaú e C6 Bank – Ganhe até 20% extra por tempo de clube
Vai mandar seus pontos? Hoje é o último dia para enviar pontos do Itaú e do C6 Bank para o Azul Fidelidade com até 60% de bônus e até 20% extra por tempo de clube. Abaixo, confira os detalhes de cada uma delas. C6 Bank Confira abaixo os principais detalhes...
Pontos pra Voar
PaGol oferece até 60% de desconto na compra de milhas Smiles – Ganhe até 90% de bônus na transferência
Precisando de milhas Smiles? A PaGol deu início a uma nova oferta, na qual oferece a seus clientes até 60% de desconto na compra de milhas e um bônus de até 90%. A campanha é válida até amanhã, dia 28 de março e os detalhes você confere na sequência. Atenção:...
Pontos pra Voar
Duelo de Gigantes: Santander Unlimited X BRB Dux
No artigo de hoje vamos fazer uma comparação aprofundada entre dois gigantes do mundo dos cartões de crédito, o Santander Unlimited e o BRB Dux. Vamos analisar categoria por categoria e cada uma valerá 1 ponto. No final apresentaremos o vencedor e as minhas considerações a respeito deles. Vamos lá!...
Pontos pra Voar
Confira os quinze melhores hotéis Accor em Madri – Diárias a partir de R$ 287 e pagamento com pontos reward
Uma das grandes vantagens do programa ALL – Accor Live Limitless é a possibilidade de usar pontos para pagar as hospedagens. Neste artigo mostramos os quinze hotéis da rede Accor mais populares em Madri, segundo votação dos usuários do TripAdvisor, com diárias a partir de R$ 287 e que podem...
Pontos pra Voar
Aeroporto de Congonhas receberá investimento de R$ 2 bilhões – Ganhará novo terminal e aumento no número de passageiros
Finalmente! O Aeroporto de Congonhas será ampliado e receberá um investimento de R$ 2 bilhões, informou a espanhola AENA, que administra o aeroporto na capital paulista. A empresa é a maior operadora aeroportuária do mundo, no que diz respeito ao número de passageiros, e no Brasil administra 17 aeroportos que...
Pontos pra Voar
Itaú sorteará convites para espaço VIP no show da Madonna em Copacabana
Não precisa ser fã da Madonna! O Banco Itaú acaba de lançar a promoção Vai de Itaú pra Copacabana, que sorteará ingressos e experiências completas para o Celebration Tour in Rio. O evento não só marca os 100 anos do banco, como promete ser o maior show já visto no...
Riku Miley
片道2回乗るだけでSouthwest companion passを取得
サマリー 期間限定のプロモで期間限定のCompanion passが取得できます。 ❶レジスターする(レジスターリンク) ❷キャッシュで往復チケットまたは片道2回を2024年3月27日までに予約 ❸5月22日までに飛ぶ ❹8月5日ー10月2日の間に使えるCompanion passがもらえる   期間内であれば何度Companion passを使うことも可能。Companion passは2人目のチケットが諸税のみとなります。 なのでハワイ行きでもカリビアン行きでも2人目は諸税のみ。1人分のチケットをキャッシュまたはポイントで支払えばOKです。 ちょうど夏休みの終わりから秋にかけて使えるCompanion passなので、その時期にちょうど旅行する予定がある!という人にとってはかなりいい話です。 The post 片道2回乗るだけでSouthwest companion passを取得 first appeared on アメリカ在住陸マイラー.
Pontos pra Voar
Acaba hoje! Iberia Plus oferece 50% de desconto no resgate de passagens com avios para clientes selecionados
Hoje é o último dia para participar da promoção do Iberia Plus, na qual oferece 50% de desconto no resgate de passagens com avios para clientes selecionados. Abaixo, confira os detalhes. Exemplo de Emissão de Passagem Valor da Passagem em Pontos Para quem acumula pontos no programa Esfera do banco...
Frequent Miler
Huge changes to Amex Hilton Honors Business Card (No more free night, higher annual fee, and more)
Overnight, American Express has made massive changes to the Hilton Honors Business Card. The short story is that the annual fee has increased, the free night award benefit is ending on June 30, 2024, and bonus categories are being eliminated in favor of better return on all purchases for the...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Will Install Larger Overhead Bins On Embraer E175 Fleet
United Airlines will install larger overhead bins across its SkyWest-operated Embraer E175 fleet. Larger Overhead Bins Coming To United Airlines Embraer E175 Fleet Operated by SkyWest These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of 2024. By the end of 2026, United...
Monkey Miles
Comprehensive guide to Chase application rules
We break down the Chase application rules for their credit cards so you can best take advantage of attractive deals when they're offered. The post Comprehensive guide to Chase application rules appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Points of Life
Fiji Airways: Nadi to Samoa in Coach
The business class party on Fiji Airways is over. It started in Vancouver and went to and from Tonga. The post Fiji Airways: Nadi to Samoa in Coach appeared first on The Points Of Life.
One Mile at a Time
When Should You Redeem Points For Hotel Stays?
Earlier I wrote about how to decide whether to pay cash or redeem miles for flights, and in this post I wanted to take a look at how to decide whether to pay cash or redeem points for hotel stays.
One Mile at a Time
When To Use Miles Vs. Pay Cash For Flights
Some people view miles as being ”free,” and think that if they can redeem miles for a ticket, they should always do so. I don’t want to say that’s necessarily a bad approach (at the end of the day, everyone should use miles in a way that works for them),...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates Forced to Deny Reports Reports of Near-Miss Mid-Air Collision Over Africa as it Gets Caught Up in Regional Political Dispute
Emirates has been forced to deny reports that one of its Boeing 777-300 aircraft with a capacity of 360 passengers was involved in a potentially catastrophic near-miss accident high above the skies of Africa on Sunday evening. The alleged incident came to light from an account on the social media...
The Bulkhead Seat
Avelo Airlines Will Fly to a Florida Airport That Has Not Had Commercial Service for Over a Decade
Avelo Airlines is a low-cost carrier that launched in 2021. The airline operates a… The post Avelo Airlines Will Fly to a Florida Airport That Has Not Had Commercial Service for Over a Decade appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Congress Is On The Verge Of Exempting Itself From Airport TSA Checkpoints
At the beginning of February, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced legislation that would exempt many Members of Congress, Cabinet Secretaries, and federal judges from airport security checkpoints. They would, instead, receive dedicated airport escorts and private security screening. It's now closer to passing. Continue reading Congress Is On The...
The Bulkhead Seat
Conservatives are Fuming Over Hilton Ad Showing People Saying “Slay”
I don’t stay at Hilton too often other than several recent stays at Resorts… The post Conservatives are Fuming Over Hilton Ad Showing People Saying “Slay” appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Norse Atlantic Airways to start a London-Las Vegas Route
For those who wish to see bright lights, gambling machines and of course, hotels with massive fees attached – there’s good news as Norse Atlantic Airways will be launching a route between London Gatwick and Las Vegas. Norse Atlantic Airways Boeing 787-9 – Image, Norse Atlantic Airways The new route will...
The Bulkhead Seat
Caesars Rewards Diamond Status is Back. I’m No Longer Cancelling My FoundersCard Membership
Hail, Caesar! Last month, I wrote about how FoundersCard and Caesars Rewards were parting… The post Caesars Rewards Diamond Status is Back. I’m No Longer Cancelling My FoundersCard Membership appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Floaters
I Work on a Cruise Ship: Ship Booked Excursions vs Adventuring on Your Own
Let’s face it, the ports of call visited during a cruise are about the main reason people choose this kind of vacation. And fairly so, I mean, not many other options allow you to see so many places in such a time-effective manner, and all without having to pack and...
Eye of the Flyer
Fun While It Lasted: Three Credit Cards Drop Their Priority Pass Restaurant Benefits
I think it was Benjamin Franklin who said “…in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes. And travel and credit card program devaluations.” Did I get that? Anyways, we knew this was bound to happen at some point. Three travel reward credit cards’ Priority Pass benefit will no...
Miles For Family
Sometimes Paying Off Credit Card Bills In Full Each Month Is Actually a Bad Financial Decision
Now that’s a controversial take for you! As is the case with all families, it’s a matter of when and not if an unexpected emergency bill eventually comes our way. Unfortunately, we’ve had quite a few of those in the last six months. Both of our cars broke down and...
Live and Let’s Fly
The Lovely City Of Sofia, Bulgaria
I spent two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria on my recent trip and loved the city…it’s a treasure in Eastern Europe. Sofia, Bulgaria – A City I Would Return To 12 years ago on a trip to Bucharest, I took the train to Ruse, Bulgaria and spent an afternoon there…just so...
One Mile at a Time
Starlux Airlines Launching Seattle Flights In August 2024
Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines is launching service to its third destination in the United States. While the schedule was loaded for this a few weeks back, the flight is now on sale, and there’s even award availability, so act fast.
One Mile at a Time
Do Hotel Points Expire? What You Need To Know
For those of us into collecting points, one thing to always be on the lookout for is points expiration policies. Most programs won’t expire your points as long as you have consistent activity, though policies do vary.
One Mile at a Time
Do Airline Miles Expire? What You Need To Know
For those of us into collecting miles & points, one thing to always be on the lookout for is mileage expiration policies. Programs have different policies when it comes to whether miles expire, and if so, what activity will prevent your miles from expiring.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Has Reportedly Struck Deal With Ground Workers, Averting The Threat of Further Strike Action
German flag carrier Lufthansa has reportedly struck a new wage deal with the Verdi United Services Union, which represents tens of thousands of the airline’s ground workers across Germany. The two sides have been taking part in make-or-break negotiations all week with the help of an independent arbitrator as part...
The Bulkhead Seat
Chase Sapphire Reserve and Other Premium Credit Cards are Losing Access to Priority Pass Restaurants
Access to Priority Pass lounges is a benefit of many premium travel credit cards.… The post Chase Sapphire Reserve and Other Premium Credit Cards are Losing Access to Priority Pass Restaurants appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Regional first class starting at 12,500 points (Sweet Spot Spotlight)
I wrote the majority of this post aboard an American Airlines flight from Detroit to Charlotte. I booked the flight for only 12,500 points per person for first class. Economy would have cost only 6,000 points per person. The trick is to use Qatar Avios to book tickets like these....
TravelUpdate
The oldest Marriott Hotel in the world
Fun Fact: The oldest Marriott Hotel building in the world is in the village of Morley just outside Derby about 2 hours north of London.   The history: It is Breadsall Priory hotel and country club. The original building was constructed around 1266 and it was originally dedicated to the...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Hampton Inn Brand To Be Refreshed In 2024 By Hilton
In celebration of 40 years since its founding, the Hampton Inn brand is to be refreshed in 2024 by Hilton with design innovations and a fresh look while simultaneously redefining hospitality for the next chapter of the brand. Since Hilton acquired Hampton Inn as part of its purchase of Promus...
Frequent Miler
Chase Sapphire Reserve & Ritz-Carlton cardholders losing restaurant access from Priority Pass
Priority Pass memberships received across a range of credit card issuers have dropped restaurant access in recent years. Unfortunately the list of cards offering this benefit will be reducing further still in a few months time as Chase will be dropping restaurant access from the Priority Pass membership for Sapphire...
Frequent Miler
Testing Greg’s trick for viewing Choice Preferred Hotel award availability without points in my account [Video]
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that participating Preferred Hotels & Resorts can now be booked online via Choice Privileges. Perhaps you also already know that viewing the availability calendar for a specific hotel sort of requires you to have enough points in your account. In a recent post, Greg...