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Getting to Dubai – Best Flights, Points Redemptions and Insider Tips
Before December 2022, I had never been to Dubai. I was on the fence about visiting the UAE—uncertain if I’d… The post Getting to Dubai – Best Flights, Points Redemptions and Insider Tips appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Singapore Airlines Terminal 2 Lounges at Changi Airport Getting a Makeover
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has embarked on a significant renovation of its SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Changi Airport Terminal… The post Singapore Airlines Terminal 2 Lounges at Changi Airport Getting a Makeover appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aeroplan and Chexy Launch Partnership with Exciting Offers
Aeroplan has officially announced a multi-year partnership with Chexy, a Canadian fintech platform that enables users to earn rewards on… The post Aeroplan and Chexy Launch Partnership with Exciting Offers appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Air Canada Economy from Dublin to Toronto
Booking: Air Canada Economy Boeing 787-9 In March, I spontaneously decided to visit Ireland. With only 11 days’ notice and… The post Review: Air Canada Economy from Dublin to Toronto appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Beyond 100K: Earn more points, save money, get great value | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep302 | 4-18-25 | Podcast
If you just got 100K points from a brand new travel rewards card, you should know a few things to help make sure you’re earning even more points, saving money, and getting great value. Plus we’ll also look at “Amex referral reformatory rescinded” and how to earn points on RENT...
One Mile at a Time
IHG Business Card Best-Ever 200K Bonus Points Offer (Ending Soon)
Link: Apply for the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card with a bonus of 200K points
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What Idiot Designed This Airplane Lavatory, Anyway?
With airlines making their planes’ lavatories smaller and smaller in an attempt to squash in a couple more seats, we’ve all had to get used to barely being able to…
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How Do You Pick a London Hotel When There Are 4,000 of Them? Asking for a Friend.
It’s been almost 30 years since our very first trip to London—and while we’ve returned many times since, it got us thinking: if we were planning that first visit all…
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Bilt now awards 1 point per dollar when paying rent with most credit cards – is it worth it?
Bilt Rewards first made waves a couple of years ago, primarily as a way to earn fee-free points when paying rent. Until recently, that was primarily limited to folks who had the Bilt Mastercard, as they can earn up to 100,000 Bilt points per year through paying rent as long...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Capital One Lounge (IAD)
I had attempted to visit the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport… The post Lounge Review: Capital One Lounge (IAD) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Capital One and Discover Clear a Major Regulatory Hurdle on their Way to the Altar
tl;dr – Earlier today Capital One Bank received approval from the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors and the…
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Should you buy Choice points with a 40% bonus?
Choice is out with a promotion to buy points with a big bonus. Buying points can be a great way to boost your balance, but only if it makes sense...
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If You Rent A Car In Another Country & Get A Ticket, Do You Have To Pay It?
It’s a question that’s come up for decades. If you rent a car in another country and get a ticket for a minor offense, say, speeding, illegal parking, or driving…
One Mile at a Time
My Citi AAdvantage Business Card Approval Experience
The Citi / AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard (review) is American’s only co-branded business credit card that’s currently open to new applicants. There’s lots of merit to picking up this card, including an improved welcome offer.
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Malaysia Airlines’ 737 MAX Flat Bed Business Class Suites: A Mystery
Malaysia Airlines is in the process of refreshing its fleet, and this includes the airline recently announcing plans to acquire even more Boeing 737 MAXs, including the larger 737 MAX 10 variant. At the time, the airline revealed that it would install flat bed business class seats on these planes,...
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Huge 200K / 250K + $500 targeted Amex welcome offers (try referral links)
American Express uses a variety of methods for microtargeting improved welcome offers, especially for the Business Platinum card. These offers can be targeted by geographic location, browsing history, and other factors. We’ve written about many ways to try to access these offers before, either by using methods to try and...
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It Could Cost US Airlines $3.4 Million to Stop Passengers Getting Trapped in Boeing 737 Bathrooms Because of Defective Door Latch
It could cost US-based airlines more than $3.4 million to replace bathroom locks on Boeing 737 aircraft to prevent a repeat of an incident in which a passenger was trapped in the lavatory of a United Airlines flight forcing the pilots to make an unscheduled landing so that engineers to...
Miles To Memories
Check Out the New MGM Rewards Iconic Mastercard, 40K Bonus, $200 Resort Credit & More
FNBO, Mastercard and MGM Resorts  have launched a new credit card, the MGM Rewards™ Iconic World Elite Mastercard®. The post Check Out the New MGM Rewards Iconic Mastercard, 40K Bonus, $200 Resort Credit & More appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Are Amex to Hawaiian transfers ending on June 30th?
Alaska Airlines’ acquisition of Hawaiian Air has been one of the juiciest topics in points and miles sewing circles over the last year or so. The previously unremarkable HawaiianMile has been transformed into an object of desire and intrigue based on its new 1:1 transferability to Alaska Mileage Plan miles....
Live and Let’s Fly
Hertz Deploys AI To Detect Vehicle Damage—Will It Protect You Or Hurt You?
Hertz Deploys AI to Detect Vehicle Damage — Helpful Innovation or Customer Risk? In an effort to modernize its rental experience and reduce costly disputes, Hertz (along with its Dollar and Budget subsidiaries) will soon deploy AI-powered vehicle inspections designed to automatically detect damage to rental vehicles before and after...
The Alviator
Review: Emirates A380 Premium Economy (LHR-DXB)
I flew Emirates' all-new A380 premium economy between London and Dubai. Here's a full review including the seat, service, catering, and more. The post Review: Emirates A380 Premium Economy (LHR-DXB) appeared first on The Alviator.
View from the Wing
It’s Unfair to Pay 100% for 50% of a Seat—Why Airlines Must Start Refunding Customers When They Fail To Deliver [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading It’s Unfair to Pay 100% for 50% of a Seat—Why Airlines Must Start Refunding Customers When They...
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How I Booked a First Class Seat for Fewer Miles Than Economy
Airline award pricing is supposed to follow some kind of logic, right? You search for a flight, pick your dates, and expect to see economy priced lower than first class.…
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Passenger Sues Qatar Airways, Accuses Flight Attendant Of Theft
In a newly filed California lawsuit, a Qatar Airways business class passenger is accusing a flight attendant of theft, as flagged by PYOK. The accusations here are terrible, but I’ve gotta be honest, I’m a little skeptical of the claims.
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Best Ever Offer for Amex Blue Business Plus Card [Targeted Link]
American Express has brought back its best ever offer for its popular no-fee business card. You can now earn 75,000 points when you apply for the Blue Business Plus card. The post Best Ever Offer for Amex Blue Business Plus Card [Targeted Link] appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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More easy rewards: Staples fee-free $200 Mastercard gift cards
Staples is again offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee from Sunday, 4/20/25 through Saturday, 4/26/25. Note that there a limit of nine per customer per day is listed, but some may be able to purchase more at their local store. The Deal Staples will again be offering...
ATX Jetsetter
Alaska Airlines Unveils New Onboard Dining Options
Alaska Airlines has partnered with local restaurants, chefs, and suppliers in the most recent update to its onboard dining options. The post Alaska Airlines Unveils New Onboard Dining Options appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
One Mile at a Time
Review: Japan Airlines First Class Boeing 777 (SFO-HND)
For the outbound portion of our winter trip to Tokyo and Niseko, we flew Japan Airlines Boeing 777-300ER first class on the 10hr25min flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (HND). The highlight of this experience was that we managed to snag four first class award seats on a single flight....
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The Gr8 Chase – How Points Unlocked the 895th Goal Experience
The Gr8 Chase – My Gameplan If you’ve read any of my previous PMB posts, you probably know I’m a… The post The Gr8 Chase – How Points Unlocked the 895th Goal Experience appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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How Airlines Are Using IPL (Cricket) to Win India’s Travel Market
As I sit watching the Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match, it’s not just the sixes and wickets catching… The post How Airlines Are Using IPL (Cricket) to Win India’s Travel Market appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Launches Year-Round Direct Service Between Vancouver and Manila
Air Canada has officially launched its new year-round, four-times-weekly service between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport… The post Air Canada Launches Year-Round Direct Service Between Vancouver and Manila appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Tucked away in the lush highlands of Bali, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, isn’t just a resort—it’s a journey into serenity.… The post Review: Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Star Alliance Lounge Paris – CDG
Thanks to the delayed Air France flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Paris (CDG), which resulted in a missed connection and… The post Review: Star Alliance Lounge Paris – CDG appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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VIPorter Members Can Now Redeem Points on Alaska Airlines and Air Transat routes
Porter Airlines has significantly enhanced its VIPorter loyalty program, introducing new redemption options for its members. For the first time,… The post VIPorter Members Can Now Redeem Points on Alaska Airlines and Air Transat routes appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort
Introduction Planning my trip to Muscat, I was excited to learn that the St. Regis would open in June 2024,… The post Review: The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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My experience with EU261 claim for Air France Flight Delay
Air France Flight Delay – Missed Connection My journey began with a planned itinerary from Ottawa (YOW) to Paris (CDG)… The post My experience with EU261 claim for Air France Flight Delay appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.