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Elevated Upgrade Offer from Amex Cobalt to Gold is Worth Considering!
We’ve long loved the Amex Cobalt Card in our household. It’s been our go-to for groceries, restaurants, food delivery, streaming… The post Elevated Upgrade Offer from Amex Cobalt to Gold is Worth Considering! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Buy Alaska miles with 70% bonus, at 1.73 CPM
Alaska Mileage Plan’s current promotion to buy Alaska miles with a 70% bonus is a good one. The tiered bonus… The post Buy Alaska miles with 70% bonus, at 1.73 CPM appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Canadian airlines win big at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025
At the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, presented during the Paris Air Show, Canadian airlines put on a strong show… The post Canadian airlines win big at Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Earn up to 6X on travel with Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Privilege Card
As someone who appreciates both the convenience and comfort of premium travel, I’m always interested in credit cards that go… The post Earn up to 6X on travel with Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Privilege Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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TravelUpdate
Earn up to 200,000 bonus points with the ‘new’ Chase Sapphire Reserve cards!
The new Chase Sapphire Reserve cards are out and you can earn up to 200,000 bonus Chase Ultimate Rewards points from a single welcome bonus.
One Mile at a Time
Which Hilton Honors Credit Card Is Best? Here’s How To Decide…
Hilton Honors and American Express have a co-brand credit card portfolio, consisting of four cards, with three being personal cards, and one being a business card.
View from the Wing
Brazilian Airline Wants to Buy U.S. Carrier Seaborne—Here’s Exactly How They’ll Get Around Foreign Ownership Restrictions [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 Brazilian Airline Wants to Buy U.S. Carrier Seaborne—Here’s Exactly How They’ll Get Around Foreign Ownership Restrictions [Roundup]...
Wingtips
BA Suspends Flights to Dubai, Doha and Bahrain Amid Middle East Tensions
The skies over the Gulf just got a whole lot quieter, at least if you’re flying British Airways.… The post BA Suspends Flights to Dubai, Doha and Bahrain Amid Middle East Tensions appeared first on Wingtips.
One Mile at a Time
Hah: Chicago O’Hare Airport May Be Getting A Gay Bar
Well this could get interesting…
Eye of the Flyer
Reader Question: Do You Earn Delta MQD and SkyMiles If You Don’t Book Through Delta or With One of Their Credit Cards?
A reader relatively new to the points-and-miles world emailed me a question that I’m sure other people — even some seasoned travelers — may have. It pertains to Delta Air Lines SkyMiles, the Medallion elite status program, and Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQD). (Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers....
Traveling For Miles
Deal: Buy Finnair Avios from 1.45 cents each (40% discount)
Finnair Plus is now running an Avios sale in which it's offering discounts of up to 40% for Avios purchases made through 30 June and the price you'll pay per Avios will vary depending on how many Avios you buy. Unlike some other Avios sales, however, the price won't vary...
Miles For Family
Flying in LATAM Economy to South America and Easter Island
This is a second installment  in my series of posts on our recent trip to South America. See my intro post Back from our family trip to Peru and Easter island: Bumpy start, awesome memories  As mentioned in my previous post, I ended up redeeming miles on all of our...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Chicago O’Hare Could Soon Have The First Gay Bar Located Inside An Airport
Chicago O’Hare could soon become the first airport in the United States to host its very own gay bar after one of the Windy City’s longest-running LGBTQ establishments put in a bid to run a concession. As part of a major expansion project taking place at Terminal 1, the City...
The Shutterwhale
Lounge Review: Qantas International First Lounge (Terminal 1) – Sydney Airport (SYD)
Discover the Qantas International First Lounge at Sydney Airport (SYD) with this in-depth review. From Neil Perry’s à la carte dining to panoramic runway views and oneworld Emerald access, here’s everything you need to know before your flight.
One Mile at a Time
Sad: Hyatt Outsources Most US-Based Customer Service, Phone Support
If you notice a difference in the quality of customer service at Hyatt, particularly via phone and the chat feature, there’s probably a reason for that…
One Mile at a Time
Today Only: Up To 4x Bonus Miles On Apple Purchases
Online shopping portals can be a great way to pick up additional miles and points for purchases youd make anyway. Just for following a specific link, you can earn bonus points in addition to the ones youd earn for credit card spending. Whenever I make an online purchase, I always...
One Mile at a Time
EL AL Resuming Flights With 50-Person Cap, Lottery System
On June 13, 2025, we saw EL AL suspend operations, and even move its planes out of Israel, in light of the conflict with Iran. This was pretty significant, as it was the first time since October 2023 that EL AL canceled service for any material amount of time.
Live from a Lounge
Air India to reduce domestic capacity by approximately 5% temporarily
Air India will cut down some domestic flights in the coming weeks, on the back of reduced appetite for flying in India and the Delhi Airport's reduction in capacity. Here are the details. The post Air India to reduce domestic capacity by approximately 5% temporarily appeared first on Live From...
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Non-reclining Business Class seat on Qantas wet-leased Finnair A330
You may have heard of the non-reclining Business Class seats on Qantas wet-leased Finnair A330s that are being wet-leased to Qantas. The Scandinavian carrier is reducing its European flights that would normally involve traversing its neighbour, Russia’s airspace. These seats seem to polarise travellers, who either love them or hate...
Bald Thoughts
Flying Blue Promo Awards: How to Fly to Europe For 18,750 Miles
Whether I’m redeeming miles for a flight or points for a hotel stay, I’m always looking to get the best value from my travel rewards. With Flying Blue promo awards, you can save up to 25% on flights with Air France or KLM to select destinations. These promotions change monthly,...
The Shutterwhale
Now Accepting Reservations: Sheraton Johor Bahru to Welcome Guests from 1 October 2025
Sheraton Johor Bahru is now accepting reservations from 1 October 2025. Featuring 345 rooms, diverse dining, event spaces for up to 600 guests, and direct access to a boutique mall, the new hotel is set to elevate the hospitality scene in southern Malaysia.
Grab a Mile
The Quieter Side of California: A Weekend in the Woods
There’s something humbling about standing among giants. A few weekends month ago, I set out on a whirlwind road trip to Humboldt County, trading life in the city for towering redwoods and coastal fog. It wasn’t just about the destination, though — it was about the 1,000-mile journey, the quiet...
Frequent Miler
“Refreshed” Chase Sapphire Reserve Credit Card Review (2025)
The Chase Sapphire Reserve (CSR) card has long been a favorite amongst the points and miles community as a top all-around travel rewards card due to a lengthy list of perks, excellent travel protections, good bonus categories, and the ability to earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points. However, Chase has...
Points With a Crew
Should you sign up for the Capital One Venture or Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card?
Chase and Capital One both offer great mid-tier credit cards for travel points and miles. Which card is better?
The Gate with Brian Cohen
6 Reasons to Stay at Hotels Near Airports
I posted a stay at a hotel property located near the airport in Madrid in 2015; and although it was neither a positive stay nor a favorable review, you might want to consider at least 6 reasons to stay at hotel properties near airports. Sometimes the last thing... The post 6 Reasons...
The Alviator
British Airways’ New Shorthaul Seats (A320neo/A321neo): Good For Some Economy Passengers
I flew British Airways' shorthaul seats recently. They're a big step up from the airline's older seats, though not revolutionary otherwise. The post British Airways’ New Shorthaul Seats (A320neo/A321neo): Good For Some Economy Passengers appeared first on The Alviator.
You Are Travel
Act Fast: Buy Finnair Avios with a 40% Bonus (Transferrable to other Avios Carriers)
💡 Tl;dr – Finnair is running a quick miles sale (ending June 30, 2025) where you’ll receive a…
Your Mileage May Vary
15 Countries That Don’t SEEM Dangerous, But Really Are
Every couple of months, the United States government revamps its travel advisories for going to other countries, based on how safe or unsafe they perceive said country is. (They never…
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My 4-day experience of Lollapalooza music festival
Lollapalooza Festival – Getting Tickets and Flights After attending Coachella earlier in the year, I decided to explore another major… The post My 4-day experience of Lollapalooza music festival appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop – Theatre District
Introduction and Booking Being in downtown Chicago during Lollapalooza means you have no shortage of hotel options from Marriott, Hilton,… The post Review: Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop – Theatre District appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Members save 25% with Marriott Bonvoy Flash Sale (5 days only)
Marriott Bonvoy has launched a flash sale, allowing members to save 25% on ‘last-minute’ stays at participating hotels and resorts… The post Members save 25% with Marriott Bonvoy Flash Sale (5 days only) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Woah – United and JetBlue announce unique partnership, Blue Sky
United Airlines and JetBlue have announced a surprising and innovative partnership, named Blue Sky, that aims to link the two… The post Woah – United and JetBlue announce unique partnership, Blue Sky appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington DC (IAD)
Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington DC On my recent trip to Mexico City, I had a five-hour layover at Washington Dulles… The post Review: Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington DC (IAD) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Lounge Review: United Club Philadelphia (PHL)
United Club PHL – Location/Access During my recent visit to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), I had the opportunity to check… The post Lounge Review: United Club Philadelphia (PHL) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Emirates First and La Premiere – How I Booked the Family Redemption
Booking a family trip in Emirates First and La Premiere is no small feat—even for the most seasoned points and… The post Emirates First and La Premiere – How I Booked the Family Redemption appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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First Look: New American Flagship Lounge and Admirals Club PHL
American Airlines will open its brand-new Flagship and Admirals Club lounges in Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Terminal A-West on May… The post First Look: New American Flagship Lounge and Admirals Club PHL appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.