Sam Chui
GeminiJets Airplane Models – April 2024 New Release + Discounts
I have been collecting GeminiJets since they launched 20 years ago! During depressing times, I have found that model collecting can take away some of the stress! Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and use...
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AIR VANUATU: Cancels flights, enters voluntary administration
Late yesterday afternoon (Thursday, 10 May), the Vanuatu government, which owns the airline, announced that it would cease all flights for the next three days while the Government determined the company’s fate. Passengers were stranded without a clear idea of what to do—whether to rebook flights on other airlines or...
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Alaska Airlines Tips Its Hand For Plan After Buying Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines is buying Hawaiian Airlines, unless the government stops them. They’re paying more than three times the Hawaiian share price at the time the deal was announced, and the real question is… why? This is a great deal for Hawaiian’s shareholders. Hawaiian Airlines frequent flyers will get more valuable...
One Mile at a Time
IHG’s Loyalty Program Economics Are Changing
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has disclosed some changes to the economics of the IHG One Rewards loyalty program, which the company hopes will help boost profits, as flagged by Head for Points. It remains to be seen what this means for guests, though…
Live and Let’s Fly
Naughty Couple Caught In The Act On British Airways
See something, say something? One passenger has sold a video to the British tabloids in which a naughty couple purportedly engage in a sex act underneath a blanket on a British Airways flight. But if there truly was offense, shouldn’t it have been reported onboard? I tend to think that...
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Amex Lounge Crackdown: Strict Conduct Rules Announced In Atlanta [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.
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Can you upgrade to the Citi Prestige? Should you?
The Citi Prestige card has not been available new for years now. And it hasn’t been possible to product change from another Citi card to the Prestige card. Until now. Maybe. The landing page for Citi’s Strata Premier card has an FAQ item that states: “To see if you are...
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Lufthansa Duty Manager Calls Security On Passenger Who Refuses To Accept Transit Visa Problem
A passenger was denied boarding at the Lufthansa check-in counter in Delhi for a visa issue. A Lufthansa duty manager responded to her persistent request for an explanation by calling security on her. But the real question I have is why she was denied boarding in the first place. Lufthansa...
Miles To Memories
Now Live! Citi Strata Premier Card Launches with 75,000 Points Bonus and Added Benefits
Citi Strata Premier is very similar to the old Citi Premier card but with some added benefits. The card also has a new design and a welcome bonus of 75,000 points.
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One Mile at a Time
Is The Chase Sapphire Reserve Still Worth It?
The Chase Sapphire Reserve Card (review) is one of the most popular premium credit cards. Since the card was launched in 2016, it has been a no-brainer for many who value travel rewards. However, a lot has changed over the years, so I wanted to take an updated look at...
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Premier cards auto-upgraded to Strata Premier
Mother’s Day brought a surprise to Citi Premier cardholders who logged into their accounts. There, they found that they no longer had the old Citi Premier card, but now had the new Citi Strata Premier. The Strata Premier is almost identical to the Premier, but with a few minor enhancements....
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BONZA AIRLINE: Hopes of survival begin to fade
At least one of the six parties who had expressed interest in taking Bonza out of administration to ensure its survival has pulled out, and the date when staff, customers and creditors will know more has been extended until May 29. Administrator meeting with Bonza staff Hall Chadwick, Bonza’s administrator,...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Airlines Sue to Block New Final Transparency Rule From the Department of Transportation
Airlines sue to block a new final transparency rule from the Department of Transportation of the United States — which was officially announced on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 — that is designed to require airlines to provide protection to customers from surprise junk fees.
Along with Airlines for America — which...
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The Bulkhead Seat
Family Sues After Defibrillator Fails and Teen Dies On American Airlines Flight
American Airlines is being sued after a 14-year-old boy died in flight. He suffered…
The post Family Sues After Defibrillator Fails and Teen Dies On American Airlines Flight appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Amex Gold Card Offers 75,00 Points and Up to $350 Dining Credit Through Resy [YMMV]
Now there's an increased offer for the Amex Gold Card with 75,000 points and up to $350 in dining credits. However, the offer is not showing up everyone.
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Nashville Hotel Caves To Palestinian Activists, Shuts Down Pro-Israel Conference A Week Before Event
The Sonesta Nashville Airport Hotel is under scrutiny after canceling a planned pro-Israel summit, because of threats by Palestinian activists. The event, organized by Christian ministry HaYovel, was scheduled for May 20-22 and expected to attract approximately 500 attendees, with 400 having booked rooms at the hotel.
Speakers were set to...
One Mile at a Time
Which Airlines Offer A “Business Class Plus” Product?
We’ve seen a trend whereby an increasing number of airlines are offering what I like to call a ”business class plus” product, which is a special seating option within the business class cabin. While business class has come a long way in general, these seats can take your experience to...
One Mile at a Time
Best Western Rewards Summer Promo: 20K Bonus Points & More
Best Western Rewards isnt the most generous loyalty program out there, and for that matter, Best Western doesnt have that many aspirational properties. However, the program does pretty consistently offer promotions. Best Western has just opened registration for its summer promotion. This has the potential to be quite rewarding, and...
Points Miles and Bling
Air Canada announces positive changes to eUpgrade credits
Air Canada has announced significant changes to the eUpgrade credits system, effective July 1, 2024, to enhance the benefits for…
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Frequent Miler
Office Depot/OfficeMax: Buy $300+ Visa Gift Cards, Save $15
Office Depot and OfficeMax stores have returned with its profitable gift card deal on Visa gift cards through 5/18/24. The Deal Buy $300+ Visa gift cards at Office Depot/OfficeMax & get $15 off instantly. Key Terms Valid May 12-18, 2024. Limit 10 per household/business (different stores may try to impose...
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Introduction: Sleeping In Seattle
Welcome to my next trip report, which will recap my recent trip to Seattle in which I did get a very good rest and enjoyed some nice flights as well. A One-Day Trip To Seattle I spoke at Frequent Traveler University in Seattle earlier this month which involved a one-day...
Miles To Memories
Save 20% on DoorDash with New Chase Offer
Chase has a new offer that can save you 20% on DoorDash orders. This Chase Offer, which is also available at other banks such as US Bank, Bank of America and more, is limited to a maximum of $10 cash back.
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Save Up to 25% Summer 2024 With IHG Hotels & Resorts — But…
You can save up to 25% Summer 2024 with IHG Hotels & Resorts for stays of a minimum of two nights at participating hotel and resort properties in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Latin America region, the Caribbean region, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, South Korea, Japan, Guam,...
View from the Wing
How United Squeezes Every Dollar: $135 for a Seat Assignment, Now Adds 99 Cents To The End [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.
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No, Airlines Won’t Give Auto Refunds & Charge “Day Of” Prices If They Cancel a Flight
A couple of weeks ago, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) had issued a final rule requiring airlines to promptly provide passengers with automatic cash…
{Tech} for Travel
Apple iPad Pro M4 Specifications & Overview
At the Let Loose event, the Apple iPad Pro M4 specifications were confirmed: a powerful M4 chip, Ultra Retina XDR display with state-of-the-art tandem OLED technology, a new Pencil Pro, and a versatile Magic Keyboard for ultimate productivity.
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The Most Rewarding Card For Unbonused Spend Now Has An Up Front Bonus
The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express now has an initial bonus offer. Most of the time it hasn’t. Frankly, the card is too good, and extra points should get you to pay attention.
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Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Car Rental Bonus Mile and Point offers for May 2024
Here are our Top Car Rental Bonuses for this month. Many of these offers go beyond this month so don’t count them out for rentals you need to book further down the road! Keep in mind sometimes the rates paid for some of these offers may cost more than other...
Frequent Miler
Earn Delta MQDs on hotel bookings, vacation rentals & car rentals (book by 6/24/24)
Delta is back with another promotion awarding Medallion Qualification Dollars when booking hotel stays, vacation rentals and car rentals via Delta. Whether that’ll be worth it though is another matter. The Deal Earn $1 Medallion Qualification Dollar for every $1 spent (plus SkyMiles) when booking hotels, vacation rentals, and car...
One Mile at a Time
Citi AAdvantage Business Card 75K Bonus Miles Offer
Several weeks ago, we saw an excellent limited time welcome offer rolled out on the Citi / AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard, making this the ideal time to apply. I wanted to post a reminder of this offer, as it’s anyone’s guess how much longer this will be around. It’s...
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Angouleme, France | Hotel de Ville, Les Halles Market & Cartoon Murals in Angouleme, France
I’m really excited to interview Kylie Lang of Life in Rural France about Angouleme, France. Kylie’s tips for the best things to do in Angouleme are awesome because she moved to rural France in 2016, and she loves that Angouleme is a beautiful, old Roman city that sits on a...
Miles To Memories
Bilt Rewards Members Can Now Earn Points for Condo and Co-Op Fees
Bilt Rewards has partnered with Douglas Elliman, , its first major condo and co-op property management firm to join the Bilt Rewards Alliance.
The post Bilt Rewards Members Can Now Earn Points for Condo and Co-Op Fees appeared first on Miles to Memories.
The Bulkhead Seat
HiSky Will Launch Nonstop Flights From Bucharest to NYC Next Month
In December, I wrote about Moldovan-Romanian low-cost carrier, HiSky, beginning nonstop flights between Bucharest’s…
The post HiSky Will Launch Nonstop Flights From Bucharest to NYC Next Month appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Announcing the 2024 Team Challenge | Ask Us Anything Ep67 | 5-8-24
In addition to our regular weekly podcast, we also host an Ask Us Anything Live on YouTube once a month where the Frequent Miler team answers listener questions about points, miles, rewards cards, and whatever else comes to mind. This special episode (67) was streamed live on May 8, 2024...