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Last Chance Deals: Citi points sharing, 3 transfer bonuses, increased Marriott welcome offers, & more

Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. There are deals due to end every day this coming week. That includes the end of the ability to share Citi ThankYou points with others, transfer...

Live from a Lounge

6 great miles and points buying opportunities available as of May 10, 2026

Here are some amazing opportunities for you to buy miles and points and plan your next vacation at literally 40-50% of the usual prices!

Points With a Crew

Kickstarter: Coulf DeskDock 250W GaN Charger (Back By Sunday)

The Coulf Desk Dock is a 9-in-1 Hub that replaces a traditional cable organizer with effortless Retractable Cable Management. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...

The Gate with Brian Cohen

What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 352

An open position which involved writing recently came to my attention for which I was fully qualified to meet the requirements and responsibilities. I have no idea what was the compensation — but I decided not to apply for at least one reason. For this edition of this popular game, can...

Frequent Miler

9 weird little habits I picked up from travels abroad (a Carrie commentary)

Most of my work at Frequent Miler is behind-the-scenes work, editing the podcasts, managing the social media, and keeping our web design up-to-date. But having spent nearly a decade as a digital nomad, living out of hotels around the world thanks to miles and points, there are thoughts about the...

The Bulkhead Seat

2026 Weekly Review: May 9th

Happy Saturday! I’m home in Tampa for the weekend, but will be headed to…

Your Mileage May Vary

Stuff Passengers Expect Flight Attendants To Do That’s Not Part Of Their Job

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. Flight attendants have a tough job. The most important part of their training is safety, but that doesn’t stop some passengers…

2PAXfly

WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 10 May, 2026

Greetings from Sydney. As you will find out below, I have been battling an awful case of jet lag. It has filled me with brain fog, sleep deprivation, irritability, and a general lack of thought capability. I’ve written a post about what I should have done to combat it. What...

View from the Wing

JetBlue Passengers Denied Hotel Rooms After Birdstrike Strands Them In St. Lucia

JetBlue flight 882 from St. Lucia to New York JFK couldn't operate on Friday due to a birdstrike. The airlnie delayed the flight until 11 a.m. on Saturday, but it telling passengers stuck overnight in the Caribbean that the airline will not provide hotel rooms.

One Mile at a Time

Weekly Review: May 09, 2026

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m grateful to be at home spending time with my family, as I need a few weeks at home to catch up on trip reports. I’m also happy that just about all of my upcoming travel is family travel, so...

Points With a Crew

What’s The Worst Country You’ve Ever Been To?

If you're someone who has been to a lot of countries around the world, what's the worst country you've ever been to?

Your Mileage May Vary

Confused by United Airlines Seats? Here’s What Each Class Actually Gets You

Airlines are constantly trying to differentiate themselves from the competition. One way they try to stand out is by “branding” each service category with a name specific to the airline.…

Miles To Memories

Alila Ventana Big Sur Walks A Globalist, But Ends Up Making It Right

I share the story of my buddy being walked after his Alila Ventana Big Sur Canceled Reservation mere weeks before his stay & the resolution.

Economy Class & Beyond

Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (9th May)

It’s that time of week again, when I’ve paid for the week in sleep, as well as the point where I need to round up our headlines. Time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Looking a little sus there, Blinky – Bandi Crossstore, Birmingham TRIP REPORT: Still for the...

Frequent Miler

Don’t get scammed over Spirit, EU discourages flight cancelations, Citi’s big boost, and more around the web

Some quick hits from around the web that may be of interest to readers include a scam over Spirit Airlines, some interesting tidbits (both good and bad) from Citi’s latest Investor Day, the EU’s intention to enforce EU261 on airlines that cancel due to rising fuel costs, and more. Citi’s...

The Gate with Brian Cohen

Ponderosa Point at Bryce Canyon National Park

Working slowly back towards the main entrance of Bryce Canyon National Park on that frosty cold December morning after Rainbow Point, Yovimpa Point, and Black Birch Canyon, the next stop was Ponderosa Point. Access to Ponderosa Point — whose lookout is at an elevation of...

Live and Let’s Fly

CDC Preparing Quarantine Flight For Americans Trapped On Deadly Hantavirus Cruise Ship

The latest aviation mission involving the U.S. government is not a military evacuation or prisoner swap. It is a CDC-coordinated quarantine flight involving Americans trapped aboard a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship drifting off the Canary Islands. CDC Plans U.S. Evacuation Flight For Americans Trapped On Hantavirus Cruise Ship The United States...

View from the Wing

Flight Attendants Union Demands Airlines Screen Passengers For Hantavirus — And Bring Back Masks [Roundup]

A flight attendants union wants airlines to screen passengers for hantavirus symptoms, provide masks, and keep some travelers from boarding. Plus: Amsterdam bans airline ads while Europe’s air traffic system burns extra fuel, Southwest points keep losing value, and Capital One faces rewards litigation.

Miles To Memories

(Last Chance) New Limited-Time Wellness Offer for Chase Sapphire Reserve Cardmembers

Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers can receive $359 cash back for a WHOOP Life annual membership.

Your Mileage May Vary

Running Late For Your Flight? Here’s How To Skip Ahead Without Being “That Person”

Most travelers know the rule: arrive early for your flight. But every once in a while, life happens—and suddenly you’re racing through the airport hoping TSA doesn’t become the reason…

One Mile at a Time

Introduction: A Two-Part Birthday Trip To The Golden Triangle

Welcome to my next trip report series, covering a trip that I just wrapped up. Usually when I travel, I write ”live” updates, and then I publish a trip report two to three months later (just to space things out, and look at an experience from a couples of angles).

Miles To Memories

A New Reason I’m Loving the Air France/KLM Flying Blue Program

Air France/KLM has come out with their own version of AA's Loyalty Points called Flying Blue Choice Benefits. Sign me up!

Frequent Miler

How to transfer your Marriott points to another person (for free)

Marriott lets you transfer up to 100,000 points per calendar year to another person for free, and that person can receive up to 500,000 points, assuming multiple people are transferring points to them. We’ll show you how this works. (00:26) – Once you’re logged in on the Marriott Bonvoy homepage,...

Points With a Crew

17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon For Mother’s Day Weekend

Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...

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