If you have the Citi AAdvantage credit card you might be able to get 5x miles on your online purchases this summer. Citi has sent out a targeted email (both me and Mr. Deals have the card, but only...
I hate spiders. I admit I have an almost unbalanced fear of them that could use psychiatric help. Yes, it is that bad. I get that spiders need to live for the balance of the ecology, but I would...
I love Japan. It’s the only place in the world where someone does something nice for you and apologizes for it. After landing from the Los Angeles to Narita flight yesterday, we headed over to...
Back in April, American Airlines hosted two performances from the Broadway musical “Rock of Ages” for travelers at JFK’s Terminal 8. Today they’re hosting two performances from the cast of Ghost The Musical. It’s based on the The crime... Read more
Launched in 2009, Home2Suites is Hilton’s newest hotel chain, and it hasn’t quite taken off yet. Home2Suites is an all-suites hotel targeting a hip or contemporary customer. You’ll find modern amenities, like iPod docks, and a unique feature allowing you to... Read more
Earlier this week by the joy of random.org, I won AAdvantage Geek’s prize draw for some Nuts.. and some AA miles. Now, I’m keeping the nuts, but I like to share. Therefore I’m GIVING AWAY 1000 American Airlines Miles. And to to win these 1000 AA miles - tell... Read more
Carol was recently on KHOU Houston discussing new airline fees that may affect you. Some airlines have initiated a new fee for aisle and window seats, so making sure your family can all sit together could cost you. Carol offers her perspective on the changes and even a few tips... Read more
One of the banks I do business with gives away as a premium for opening a checking account a benefit where they’ll rebate you $10 per quarter in exchange for submitting grocery or gas receipts. People usually think this is a way for a marketing company to understand your... Read more
I don’t really want to keep writing about Club Carlson for business, but I can’t seem to avoid it. I opened this can of worms in my post “When 138000 points is not enough” where I showed how to maximize the latest Club Carlson promotions through a variety of... Read more
For those who don’t know where Reading is, you have probably flown over it on the way in to (or out of) Heathrow, or passed it on the train to the West Country, Bristol or Bath. It is a commercial city, full of shops, offices and home to a number of large IT companies.... Read more
I’m sure most people can relate – planning a vacation (especially using points and miles), sure does take a lot of time and work. Maybe it’s just me, but after putting my heart in soul into the fine details of an itinerary, it certainly does sting a bit when I... Read more
Lufthansa has suggested that it is more interested in having Portugal’s national carrier, TAP, remain as an Alliance Partner rather than a division of Lufthansa. During a press conference today in Lisbon, Lufthansa’s director for operations in Spain and Portugal,... Read more
The 3rd Quarter Final match is now under way. In this match, it’s Asian giant Singapore(SIN) vs. European powerhouse Munich(MUC). This match will end on May 25 at 8:00p US Eastern Time. So far in Round 3, Tokyo Narita edged out Bangkok by 1 vote and Amsterdam is currently... Read more
American Eagle, the regional carrier arm of bankrupt AMR, has announced cuts at the manager level of the organization. The cuts come as the company attempts to trim operating costs in their reorganization. The cuts are not all that surprising and the numbers involved –... Read more
We have our 3rd qualifier for Nook giveaway. It is #143 Lynn U. Congratulations Lynn! You now have a 1 in 7 chance to win the Nook on Sunday! The list so far is Monday: Chris F Tuesday: Bianca S Wednesday: Lynn U. Thursday: ??? Friday: ??? Saturday: ??? Sunday: ??? Grand prize... Read more
This is a targeted one, but if you like United miles check your email accounts to see if you were targeted for 500 bonus MileagePlus miles after making a $50 purchase in the Mileage Plus Shopping portal though 6/17. So far I was not personally targeted, but one of my family... Read more
Aeroplan is offering some bonus miles for points transfers from their partner programs between May 21 and June 18, 2012. The bonus structure is as follows: You can convert points from the following partners: CIBC Aventura®World MasterCard™ Card, CIBC Aventura® Gold Visa™,... Read more
Singapore Airlines Trip Report: Introduction and Itinerary Singapore Airlines Trip Report: UA 534 Business Class LAX-JFK Singapore Airlines Trip Report: Swiss & Oasis Lounges JFK Singapore Airlines Trip Report: SQ 25 Business Class JFK-FRA Singapore Airlines Trip Report:... Read more
Here it is, the moment you’ve all been waiting for….. Who won the free vacation for two from Home2 Suites by Hilton? Congratulations to comment number 53, which was posted by dubaych: Chowhound is your best friend when you are trying to make the most of — or... Read more
Just a heads up that my poll on using your mobile phone in-flight to talk to people on the ground will be closing on 26th May at 08:00. So this is your chance to let out what you think about the plans of Virgin Atlantic to introduce full mobile comms in the air (that’s... Read more
Chase Chase Chase. AmEx AmEx. Chase Chase Chase Chase Chase. And on it goes. Sure Chase and AmEx have great cards but they are hardly the only game in town. Since moving back to the US, I have been stunned at the utility of credit cards for travel, from sign-up bonuses to... Read more