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Flying Iraqi Airways Through Baghdad: Brilliant Idea, Or…?
Maybe I need my head checked, but I’m really wanting to take a flight on Iraqi Airways through Baghdad, and I’d love some feedback. Let me explain… Iraqi Airways runs a fascinating operation As an aviation geek, I can’t help but be intrigued by Iraqi Airways. It’s one of the oldest airlines...
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The 1,500-Hour Rule For Airline Pilots Is Making Cockpits Less Safe [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: How much training should an airline pilot need? (WSJ, HT: @crucker) I’d add that Europe is just as safe and didn’t follow from 250 hours to 1,500 and indeed European co-pilots fly without 1,500 hours in the U.S. every day. And also that...
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Love This 90k Offer, Chase Freedom Q4 Bonus Offers, Missing MQM Runs, Upgraded Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Refreshed Platinum Card
Would you believe that between my wife and I we have 4 of this amazing card? Why? It is simply one of THE best cards to make an amazing amount of points for travel. Plus, there is currently a 90,000 point offer you should seriously consider. Yes we are talking...
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Mês do Cliente ALL! Hotéis ibis em São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 175
Aproveite o Mês do Cliente ALL para viajar sem gastar muito! Veja hotéis ibis em São Paulo com diárias a partir de R$ 143 e até 35% de desconto. Confira as ofertas disponíveis! Promoção Accor Para esta campanha da Accor, o desconto está estruturado da seguinte maneira: Até 35% de desconto – Hotéis selecionados Como Reservar Siga...
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Ilhabela retomará cobrança de taxa a partir de dezembro
Ilhabela, no litoral de São Paulo, vai retomar a cobrança de uma taxa ambiental a partir de 18 de dezembro. A medida, que já existia antes da pandemia, tem como objetivo compensar os impactos do turismo e financiar projetos de sustentabilidade. Os valores variam por tipo de veículo e a...
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雅高Accor活动:举办个人活动或专业活动可赚取最高20000点奖励积分
有不少朋友会选择在雅高集团旗下的酒店举办婚礼、宴会等活动,也有些朋友的公司也会选择在酒店举办各类商务会议、展会等等。但你知道吗,举办这样的活动也是可以累积积分的,包括奖励积分和定级积分。而且雅高现在还推出了活动,首次举办活动的雅高会员可以获得最高2万点奖励积分。 雅高Accor活动 注册活动 预订时间:截止至2026年1月31日 举办时间:截止至2026年6月30日 更多优惠:雅高活动 汇总 活动内容 以前,雅高会员中专门有一个类别叫会议策划师,只有注册成为会议策划师后才能通过举办会议、各种商务活动获得积分奖励,就类似于 IHG 商悦会会员。但在2025年9月10日之后,雅高把会议策划师的优惠全部整合到雅高会员中,就意味着所有的雅高会员都能购通过举办会议、活动获得奖励。 以下类别的活动都可以获得额外奖励(欧洲、北非的酒店不支持个人组织的活动): 8人/8间客房以上的团队住宿; 会议室租赁; 团队餐饮或住宿。 在以上的消费中,可以按照税前消费金额计算,每消费2欧元就可以累积1点奖励积分以及1点定级积分。参考雅高积分2000点=40欧元的价值来算,相当于 1% 的回馈率。 相关阅读:雅高积分:关于雅高积分你应该知道的一切,积分价值、获取方法、使用方法 对于自己举办婚礼、宴会的朋友来说,回馈率不算高,但可以在和销售谈妥价格之后,再额外累积积分,多少可以回点血。 对于帮公司预订会员或商务活动的朋友来说,可以有点额外的收获。 而且这个消费还能累积定级积分,如果举办的活动够多,直升白金也不是不可能。 为庆祝雅高心悦界忠诚计划的这次升级,自 9 月 18 日起,会员预订活动可赚取多达 20,000 奖励积分。 举办首场符合资格的活动可以赚取3000点; 举办第二场符合资格的活动可以赚取7000点; 举办第三场符合资格的活动可以赚取10000点。 总共可以获得2万点奖励积分。这些积分价值400欧元(约3380人民币)。 而且我有一个思路,不少酒店都有会议室租赁,找家便宜的酒店,一次租1、2个小时,租3次的成本应该不超过1000元人民币,妥妥的正收益。 大家可以用本站提供的“雅高积分计算器”来估算下次入住可以获得的积分数量及价值。 雅高近期精选活动: 入住新开业酒店可享4倍积分奖励 更多雅高心悦界资讯 雅高心悦界攻略汇总 | 雅高常见问题
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广东惠州:山海与烟火皆备!双湾、古街、西湖,旅行的美好都在这
当人们还在寻觅独特的海岸景致时,广东惠州早已将山海浪漫与人文底蕴揉成了诗 —— 这里有双弧相拥的奇特海湾,有千年沉淀的古街古城,有季节限定的海洋奇景,更有从晨光到暮色都逛不腻的惊喜。不必奔赴远方,在这座 “鹅城” 里,就能把向往的旅行模样,变成触手可及的体验。今天就带你解锁惠州的 N 种浪漫,读懂这片土地的独特魅力。 双月湾 若说惠州最让人惊艳的风景,双月湾一定是绕不开的存在。它像两枚弯弯的新月,静静依偎在巽寮湾旁,用 “一动一静” 的反差,勾勒出大自然的巧思 —— 左湾的海面平静如湖,连海风都带着温柔的气息,傍晚时分坐在沙滩上,能看见渔船披着霞光缓缓归港,浪花轻拍岸边,像在诉说着大海的絮语;右湾则截然不同,波涛汹涌地撞击着礁石,白色的浪花在阳光下碎裂成细碎的光,豪迈又有活力。 图片来自Trip Trip.com购买双月湾热门项目飞猪购买携程购买 登顶双月湾观景台时,你会明白为何它能成为 “网红打卡地”—— 白天,小镇、渔船、海岛与双湾景致尽收眼底,蓝色的海面与绿色的岸线交织,像一幅色彩明快的油画;夜幕降临时,山下小镇的灯光顺着双湾的弧线缓缓铺展,暖黄的光点与海面的粼粼波光相映,分不清是岸边的灯坠入了海,还是海里的星飘上了岸,这样的夜色静谧又璀璨,让人忍不住驻足凝望。 图片来自Trip Trip.com购买海龟自然保护区门票飞猪购买携程购买 双月湾的惊喜远不止于此:亚洲为数不多的海龟基地藏在青山绿树间,沿着木栈道走进去,能看见老海龟慢悠悠地划水,小朋友趴在玻璃前叽叽喳喳,满是治愈的气息;3-5 月来这里,还有机会邂逅 “蓝眼泪”—— 晚风拂过海面,指尖轻触海水的瞬间,莹蓝色的光点便顺着浪尖散开,像把银河揉碎在了海里,是独属于这片海的限定浪漫。 蓝眼泪 年轻人偏爱悬崖边的礁石酒吧,坐在临海的座位上,点一杯特调,看浪花撞向礁石再碎成泡沫,随手拍一张照片,都像从电影里截出来的画面。待到饥肠辘辘时,海边的海鲜市场绝对不能错过,刚靠岸的虾蟹还带着海腥味,找一家大排档加工,清蒸石斑、蒜蓉粉丝蒸扇贝、椒盐皮皮虾…… 配上热气腾腾的海边烧烤,一口下去全是大海的鲜美。 相关阅读:福建旅游:奔赴平潭岛,邂逅梦幻 “荧光海湾”(蓝眼泪) 奇景 平海古城 从双月湾驱车不久,就到了平海古城。这座藏在现代高楼间的 “岭南活化石”,始建于明朝,最初是为抵御外敌而建的军事堡垒,如今虽没了当年的硝烟,却留存着最鲜活的生活气息,每一块砖、每一条巷,都在诉说着过往的故事。 图片来自Trip 推开斑驳的城门,脚下的青石板路已被岁月磨得发亮,每一步都像踩在历史的褶皱里。古城的十字街是核心,两旁的老屋多是青砖黛瓦,有些门楣上还刻着模糊的雕花,偶尔能看到老人坐在门口摇着蒲扇,手里的针线活慢悠悠地动着,时光仿佛在这里慢了下来。 图片来自Trip 这里藏着 “108 座古寺庙” 的传说,有的躲在闹市巷口,红墙黛瓦被香火熏得温润,推门进去能听见隐约的钟声;有的隐在古城深处,被绿树环绕,只闻鸟鸣不见人踪,走进去便能感受到一份与世隔绝的宁静。平海市场是古城的 “烟火心脏”,摊贩们操着客家口音热情招呼客人,刚出炉的咸茶、软糯的糍粑、脆爽的腌木瓜…… 每一样都带着地道的岭南风味,咬一口就是童年的味道。转角遇到的老字号当铺、百年药店,门头虽旧,却依旧在时光里坚守,让人忍不住放慢脚步,生怕惊扰了这份古朴。 惠州西湖 提到西湖,多数人先想到杭州的烟雨朦胧,可惠州西湖偏要走出不一样的雅致 —— 它像一位素净的岭南女子,没有浓墨重彩,却凭着 “五湖六桥八景” 的清丽,赢得了 “浓抹杭州惠淡妆” 的美誉,连苏东坡都曾为它驻足,留下传世诗句。 图片来自Trip 若想读懂惠州西湖,得从苏东坡的文字里找线索。当年他寓居惠州时,写下 “一更山吐月,玉塔卧微澜”,诗里的 “玉塔” 便是泗洲塔,如今它仍立在西湖边,塔身映着湖水波光,风吹过的时候,塔影在水里轻轻晃动,成了 “玉塔微澜” 的经典画面。 图片来自Trip 夏天来西湖,一定要去丰渚园,满池荷花亭亭玉立,粉的、白的花瓣沾着露珠,清风拂过,荷香伴着水汽飘来,连空气都变得清甜;孤山是另一处必去之地,“孤山苏迹” 的石刻旁,还留着苏东坡当年栽下的古树,站在树下仿佛能听见千年前的文人絮语,感受那份 “日啖荔枝三百颗,不辞长作岭南人” 的豁达。 逛西湖不必赶时间,租一艘小船慢慢划,看两岸草木繁茂,偶尔有白鹭掠过水面,留下一圈圈涟漪;累了就坐在湖边的亭子上,喝一杯当地的罗浮山茶,看阳光透过树叶洒在湖面上,光斑跳动间,所有的烦恼都被抛到了脑后。 水东街 从西湖往东江方向走,就到了水东街。这条自北宋元丰年间就存在的老街,曾是惠州的商贸中心,“一街挑两城” 的俗语,道尽了它当年的繁华。如今经过修缮,老街既保留了古韵,又多了几分现代活力,成了本地人常去的休闲地。 图片来自Trip 岭南特色的骑楼是水东街的标志,斑驳的墙面、雕花的窗棂、延伸的走廊,既挡得住日晒雨淋,又藏着老惠州的烟火气。走在街上,抬头能看到 “since 1921” 的老字号招牌,红底黄字的设计透着复古感;低头可能会撞见一道彩色的彩虹阶梯,红、黄、蓝的色块交织,随手一拍就是复古风大片。 图片来自Trip 铁炉湖明清古街藏在水东街深处,青石板路、青砖老屋,还保留着最原始的模样,偶尔有老人坐在门口晒着太阳,手里拿着旧报纸慢慢读,时光仿佛在这里停驻。清晨的水东街最有味道,老字号早茶店里坐满了人,虾饺、烧卖、凤爪冒着热气,茶客们用客家话聊着家常,热闹又温馨;到了傍晚,灯笼亮起,骑楼的影子被拉得很长,偶尔有街头艺人弹着吉他,歌声混着晚风,成了老街最动听的背景音。 盐洲岛 若你爱摄影、爱户外,盐洲岛绝对能满足你对 “海岸秘境” 的想象。这座距离陆地仅 0.35 公里的小岛,靠一座盐洲大桥与外界相连,60 公里的海岸线蜿蜒曲折,玄武岩礁石、白色浪花、群飞的白鹭,每一幕都是天然的摄影构图,随手按下快门就是壁纸级照片。 图片来自Trip 黑排角是盐洲岛的 “网红打卡点”,黑色的沙滩与蔚蓝的大海形成强烈对比,浪花拍在礁石上,溅起的水雾在阳光下可能出现彩虹,运气好的话,还能抓拍到白鹭掠过浪花的瞬间;清晨的彩石滩是看日出的绝佳之地,当第一缕阳光洒在彩色的礁石上,海面泛着金光,白鹭从水面掠过,整个世界都变得温柔起来。 图片来自Trip 除了拍照,盐洲岛的体验感也拉满:跟着当地居民去盐田学古法制盐,看海水在日光下慢慢蒸发,结晶成白色的盐粒,亲手捧起一把,能感受到大海的馈赠;或者乘一艘渔船出海捕鱼,感受 “渔舟唱晚”...
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在肯尼亚躺进 “动物邻居” 的湖畔庄园:一价全包,看长颈鹿敲门、河马夜巡
若你厌倦了城市里被日程表追着跑的日子,渴望一场度假 —— 那肯尼亚奈瓦沙湖畔的湖畔庄园,或许会成为你心中的 “自然乌托邦”。每年夏季,当非洲大陆迎来最佳旅行季,马赛马拉的动物大迁徙固然震撼,但藏在奈瓦沙湖旁的两家湖畔庄园,却能给你另一种温柔:与长颈鹿隔窗对视,看斑马在草坪踱步,仿佛住进了没有围栏的《动物王国》。 从肯尼亚首都内罗毕出发,约 2 小时车程(90 公里)就能抵达东非大裂谷深处的奈瓦沙湖 —— 这里是当地唯一的高海拔淡水湖,湖水清透如镜,400 多种鸟类在此栖息,时而有水鸟掠过湖面,划出一道轻盈的弧线。而我们的目的地,就藏在离湖不远的地方:奈瓦沙・索帕湖小屋(Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge)与 Lake Naivasha Sopa 度假村(Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort),两家庄园各有风情,却同样能让你与自然撞个满怀。 Agoda房价Trip.com房价携程房价 若是偏爱非洲原野的粗犷浪漫,奈瓦沙・索帕湖小屋会是绝佳选择。客房全用非洲原木打造,桌椅、沙发带着自然的肌理,沙发布料印着斑马纹、长颈鹿纹,一推开门就像走进了热带丛林的 “私享空间”。 最惊喜的是客房窗口 —— 清晨醒来,或许会看见长颈鹿正伸长脖子,隔着玻璃好奇地打量你,仿佛在说 “早安,我的人类邻居”;午后坐在花园阳台喝茶,偶尔有斑马从草坪漫步而过,甚至能与它们的目光短暂交汇,那眼神里的机警与温顺,是城市动物园里难得一见的灵动。 Agoda房价Booking房价Hotels.com房价携程房价 而 Lake Naivasha Sopa 度假村,则藏着英式庄园的优雅。客房是可爱的 “蘑菇屋” 造型,楼下的房间推开门就能踩进草坪,环形玻璃窗一拉开,整个庄园的风光便毫无保留地涌进来。 楼上的房间更浪漫,自带一个小阳台,傍晚时分坐在藤椅上,能看见夕阳把远处的雪山染成金红色,薄雾缭绕在庄园的枯木间,美得像一幅油画。更难得的是,这样能 “等动物上门” 的体验,性价比让人心动。 在这里,时间是最不值钱的东西 —— 你可以慢悠悠地规划一天:清晨跟着向导自驾或包车,沿途打卡海明威笔下 “乞力马扎罗山上的雪”,再去安波塞利国家公园体验一场酣畅的 Safari,看游猎车驰骋在苍原上,与羚羊、角马不期而遇。 午后回到庄园,躺在客房的沙发上,听窗外小鸟叽叽喳喳,偶尔有猴子在草坪上打闹,动静之间全是自然的生机;傍晚去奈瓦沙湖乘船观鸟,看当地人靠在枯木桩上钓鱼,夕阳把湖面染成橘色,风里都带着湖水的清冽;等到入夜,庄园会在日落前关上通向湖边的铁门,沿湖的铁丝网守护着安全,你可以坐在户外享用晚餐,听着虫鸣与远处河马的细微声响,把所有烦恼都揉进非洲的夜色里。 有人说,这里的 “奢华” 从不是人工堆砌的精致,而是大自然的慷慨馈赠:蓝天是洗过的澄澈,湖泊是嵌在裂谷里的宝石,雪山在远处静默,枯木上停着不知名的飞鸟,还有那些自由生长的动物 —— 它们不是 “展品”,而是与你共享这片土地的邻居。在这里,你不用追赶行程,不用摆拍打卡,只需放下节奏,感受风的方向、鸟的歌声,以及与动物对视时,那份跨越物种的温柔。 若你也想给生活按下 “暂停键”,不如来这两家湖畔庄园 —— 一价全包的轻松,动物邻居的惊喜,还有非洲原野的无限诗意,都会让你明白:最好的度假,从来不是去 “看风景”,而是成为风景的一部分。 订房之前先用比价工具查找最低价格: Trivago | Kayak(比驿) 订机票前先用比价工具查找最低价格: Kayak 别忘了查看最新的促销活动与优惠码,可以节省更多: Agoda优惠码...
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Link: Apply now for the Aeroplan® Credit Card with up to 100K bonus points The Aeroplan® Credit Card is among the most compelling co-branded airline credit cards. We’ve just seen an improved welcome offer rolled out on the card, so let’s cover all the details, as it’s a good time to apply. Aeroplan...
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Cyber Attack Takes Down Check-In Systems At Several Major European Airports, Including London Heathrow
A major cyber attack has taken down check-in systems at several European Airports, including London Heathrow, Berlin Brandenburg, and Brussels Airport, with passengers reporting chaos as workers resort to time-consuming manual check-in processes. London Heathrow Airport informed passengers that a “technical issue” was responsible for the chaos, whereas Brussels Airport was...
PointsMath
Meals to Miles: Earn 2% Air India Points on Zomato
Six months back, Indigo & Swiggy launched a partnership allowing Indigo Bluchip members to earn Bluchips on orders made on Swiggy. At that, it was certain that Air India would also do something, and they indeed did. Now you can earn Air India points on Zomato. Earn Air India Points on...
PointsMath
Qatar Airways up to 40% Bonus Avios Transfer Promotion
Qatar Airways is one of the best airlines in the world and is known for its excellent products. Its miles currency is Avios, which is also the miles currency of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, and Finnair. Until 15 October, Qatar Airways is offering up to 40% Bonus Avios on...
Live from a Lounge
America’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Move: What It Means If You’re Indian and Planning to Travel
If you’re an Indian on an H-1B Visa in the US, and planning to travel home for the festivities in the coming weeks, your plans might have to change. The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has just signed a proclamation to impose a USD 100,000 annual fee on...
PointsMath
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer & Shangri-La Promotion: Bonus on Conversion
Singapore Airlines & Shangri-La Hotels have a long-standing partnership, which allows members of each program to benefit from elite status held in the other program. Also, both miles & points can be transferred to both programs. Now, there is a promotion on transfers between Krisflyer Miles & Shangri-La Circle Points,...
The Bulkhead Seat
Boston Logan International Airport Plans Remote TSA Screening Pilot Program for 2026
How would you like to clear airport security and check your bags before even setting foot in Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)? That vision may soon become reality. Massport officials announced plans for a remote terminal pilot program designed to reduce congestion and streamline the travel experience. The initiative is...
Points With a Crew
Save Up to 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars (Targeted)
We’ve written about this deal before but it appears to be back! It appears to be targeted but if so, it seems widely targeted. Save 30% on Amazon, up to $30 in savings (offers vary), when you you purchase eligible products and use at least 1 cent in Amex Reward Dollars...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Seat Swap Requests: What Would You Do?
Note: This article pertaining to Seat Swap Requests: What Would You Do? was originally published on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 11:55 in the evening and has been updated. You take your seat aboard the aircraft, ready for your flight and hoping that it departs on time. You are sitting in...
Frequent Miler
Amex will exclude gift cards from Hilton credits starting in 2026
American Express loves its coupons; it seems especially fond of Hilton coupons. Amex throws them all over the place like a hotel version of Willy Wonka. There are quarterly $50 credits on the Business Platinum and Hilton Surpass cards, quarterly $60 credits on the Hilton Business card, and semi-annual $200 resort...
Altitude Yes
ATC Equipment Outage Forces Delays at Dallas Airports
An equipment outage affecting air traffic control in the Dallas area has caused delays on Friday afternoon, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. It notes that the outage appears to be involving Dallas TRACON, a local ATC facility. Ground stops were issued and continue to take effect for both Dallas-Fort Worth...
View from the Wing
Unlock 100,000 Star Alliance Points With A $95 Card—Use On More Airlines Than Any Other Program
There’s a new 100,000 point offer for the Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card. (See rates and fees) earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 25,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months. This is...
Frequent Miler
The $895 Platinum Card: Shockingly Compelling | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep324 | 9-19-25
In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the secret to a happy points & miles marriage, chasing “The Infatuation” credits, Hilton’s 250K devaluation, and everything you need to know about the refreshed $895 Platinum cards: (Including The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express). We...
Your Mileage May Vary
The Real Winners of the Amex Platinum Card Refresh
The Amex Platinum just went through a big refresh — higher fee, bigger pile of credits, and more “value” if you’re the type who enjoys spreadsheets. But while the headlines scream about Oura rings and $895 annual fees, let’s take a look at the real winners of this refresh. Bargain Hunters...
TravelUpdate
Dublin Airport’s C3 security scanner upgrade – what does it mean for you?
The newest security scanner on the block is the C3 and airports around the world are rushing to adopt it. With its advanced imaging technology, it allows for quite a few enhancements. Dublin Airport has just completed their roll out, which is great news indeed. It has come in a little...
Altitude Yes
American to Extend Life of Its 777-200s With Cabin Upgrades, Faster Wi-Fi
American Airlines currently holds 47 Boeing 777-200s in its fleet, which have an average age of almost 25 years old. According to aviation insider JonNYC, American has decided to extend the life of these aircraft, with cabin upgrades and new Viasat Wi-Fi. These retrofits are to begin in fall of 2026. AA:So...
Frequent Miler
Amex Platinum Complete Guide
Amex Platinum cards come loaded with high-end perks: More than a thousand dollars per year in various credit reimbursements, access to multiple types of airport lounges, hotel and car elite status, and much more. All of this goodness comes at a steep price: Consumer Platinum Card: $895 Business Platinum Card: $895 There are...
Miles To Memories
The Bigger, The Better – Considering the Amex Business Platinum Refresh
I see a knockout in the mirror. The card, not me. All information about the American Express Platinum and Business Platinum Cards has been collected independently by Miles to Memories. Amex Business Platinum Refresh In a “wait, fix me, too” moment, Amex has updated the Business Platinum card.  While I’m not as...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Doesn’t Want You To Know, But Their New Airbus A321XLR Looks Set To Fly December 18 [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: American Airlines seemingly doesn’t want you to know – but the Airbus A321XLR is coming!! And December 18th looks increasingly the day for its inaugural. AA XLR update: It is now a virtual impossibility for the XLR to show up in revenue service -before- Dec...
View from the Wing
Mesa Card Earns Points For Mortgages, Rarely Offers A Bonus—50K Points Available Until Sept 30
The no annual fee Mesa card is great. You earn points for your mortgage and don’t even have to pay the mortgage with the card. You just tell them how much your mortgage is, and they award you the points as long as you spend $1,000 on the...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Oassay Water Purifier and Filter
I often see interesting travel related products that I think you guys might be interested in.  We’ve talked recently we talked about Gravel Toiletry Bags and blankets, the Evolutionary travel backpack, the RetraStrap luggage strap and the Uphold travel cutlery set, among others. Travel related Kickstarters: X3 Bone Conduction Headphones ($29,027 funded;...