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Air Canada announces comprehensive fleet upgrade for North America
Air Canada has announced a fleet upgrade program focused on the overall travel experience within North America. The initiative spans… The post Air Canada announces comprehensive fleet upgrade for North America appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Major Changes to Hilton Honors in 2026 – Faster Elite Status and a New Top Tier
Hilton Honors has announced major changes to its loyalty program in 2026. Beginning January 1, 2026, members will see changes… The post Major Changes to Hilton Honors in 2026 – Faster Elite Status and a New Top Tier appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: United Club Lounge Washington Dulles IAD Concourse C
United Club Lounge IAD Concourse C near Gate 7 Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to visit Mexico City… The post Review: United Club Lounge Washington Dulles IAD Concourse C appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Mexico City is an urban oasis across Chapultepec Park
The Ritz-Carlton Mexico City The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City, is a prominent hotel in the Paseo de la Reforma neighbourhood, right… The post Review: The Ritz-Carlton Mexico City is an urban oasis across Chapultepec Park appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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One Mile at a Time
Why I Decided Against An Air Côte d’Ivoire Side Trip… For Now
Last week, I posed the question of whether I should spend an absolute fortune to fly Air Cte dIvoire for a day. As I explained, on my current review trip, I had a couple of extra days in Europe, and one option was to fly the fascinating Air Cte dIvoire...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Save Money With Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2025
You can save money with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals 2025. When I use affiliate links in articles here at The Gate With Brian Cohen, I not only hope to earn money to pay the bills here at its swank headquarters with multiple lounges, endless food and beverages, and...
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Amazon Black Friday Week Has Started – Here are 23 Deals Available Now
Amazon Black Friday Week has started - there are new deals every day - including deals today on Apple, TVs, luggage, power stations, computers, travel organizers and more ...
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Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep333 | 11-21-25
In today’s Frequent Miler on the Air podcast, we’ll look at United’s cardholder discount, Hilton’s Diamond Reserve status, and we’ll rank the perks of hotel elite benefits from Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Elite Benefit Battle: Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG Watch the full episode below, or listen on your...
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Deal Alert: Apple AirPods 4 with ANC for just $99 — plus stack with Amex deals for extra savings
The Amazon Black Friday deals are starting to roll in and one of the best discounted travel products right now is the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. At just $99.99, this is the best price we’ve ever seen for these earbuds, and even $10 less than this morning’s already amazing...
Your Mileage May Vary
Should You Splurge On Luggage Or Keep Buying The Cheap Stuff?
There was a time when I didn’t give much thought to my luggage. As long as I could fit my clothes inside and the zipper closed, it was fine. If…
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Oura Ring sale for $249: get for $49 + tax with Amex Platinum benefit
Oura has discounted the Oura Ring 4 to $249 for its early Black Friday sale. That means you can pick up one of these for only $49 + tax when stacking with the American Express Platinum Card® benefit. The Deal Buy an Oura Ring 4 for $249. Direct link to...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Your Chance For VIP Access to Super Bowl LX With Marriott Bonvoy
Experiences which money cannot buy can be difficult to come by — but if you are fanatical about professional football and the Super Bowl, then you have something about which to celebrate, as you now have a chance to redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for access to amazing activities which...
View from the Wing
Air India Forgot It Owned a Boeing 737 for 13 Years — And Only Discovered It When the Airport Demanded Its Removal
Air India has sold a 43-year-old Boeing 737-200 that sat abandoned at Kolkata airport for more than a decade because the airline had literally forgotten it owned the aircraft. The jet only resurfaced after the airport asked Air India to remove it, revealing how badly the former state-run carrier’s records...
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Kickstarter: Robotin R2 Robot Vacuum (Back By Saturday)
The Robotin R2 Robot Carpet Wash and Vacuum combines the features of a carpet cleaner with a vacuum, potentially saving you hundreds of dollars a year. It's on Kickstarter, but only
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Buc-ee’s Isn’t Perfect — Here’s What Has Fans Quietly Losing Their Minds
Established in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee’s has simply exploded over the years. Part gas station, part country store, part electric vehicle charger and, at some locations, part car wash, what…
One Mile at a Time
Hyatt’s Hotel Du Louvre Paris: Solid Old World Hotel, With Lots Of Suites
Duringmy review trip to Bangkok, I had a couple of nights in Paris, where I wanted to check out new hotels. For the first night, I stayed at SAX Paris, Hilton LXR, which was not for me. The second night, I stayed at Hotel du Louvre Paris, Hyatt Unbound Collection....
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Wyndham Rewards Cyber sale: Save up to 30% on paid stays (but cardmember rate might be better)
Wyndham Rewards launched a sale on paid stays yesterday which has some attractive-sounding headline numbers. You can save 15% on stays of one night, with increasing discounts up to 30% for stays of four or more nights. This sale does indeed appear to offer some genuine savings for the most...
Live and Let’s Fly
The Quirky Interfaith Prayer Card On Aero Dili
The most unique thing on my Aero Dili flights was the oecumenical prayer card onboard, a spiritual safety card. A Very Unique Prayer Card On Aero Dili There are no screens, Wi-Fi, or streaming entertainment on Aero Dili, but the most unique prayer card I’ve ever seen was placed at...
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Chase adds lifetime language to Ink Cards (now on Ink Preferred too)
Update 11/21/25: Doctor of Credit reports that lifetime language is now also showing on the Ink Business Preferred card. Update 11/20/25: A reddit user has reported receiving the following pop-up when applying for the Chase Ink Cash card: A quick update about your application. It looks like you’re not eligible for...
View from the Wing
Scott Kirby Keeps Pushing for Newark Slot Controls — Here’s Why Those Should Be Abolished Everywhere Instead
Scott Kirby argues that Newark needs slot controls to manage congestion, but slots are the wrong solution everywhere they’ve been imposed. They lock in incumbents, block competition, and do nothing to encourage airlines to spread demand or upgauge. Congestion pricing would solve the problem without giving away scarce access as...
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My Favorite Travel Tools
Check out some of my favorite travel tools that support my travel addiction and help me keep everything organized on the road. The post My Favorite Travel Tools appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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More Flights Are Coming To Orlando In Time For Spring Travel
Orlando’s main airport just scored a pair of new ultra-low-cost routes, giving budget-conscious travelers even more ways to get in and out of Central Florida. As demand for leisure trips…
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Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard: Get 75,000 Points Plus $200 Credit
Virgin Red and Synchrony have launched a new welcome bonus of 60,000 points on the Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard®. However, you can find a much better offer if start the process of booking a flight. The post Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard: Get 75,000 Points Plus $200 Credit appeared first on Miles...
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I Keep Four Credit Cards That Cost $600 Or More — And They All Make Me Money, Here’s How
Four premium cards, all with $600+ annual fees, might sound crazy — but they more than pay for themselves. Between stacked credits, lounge access, and reward strategies, here’s exactly how I turn those fees into profit every year. Continue reading I Keep Four Credit Cards That Cost $600 Or More —...
Travel Points Playbook
Southwest Retrofit Hunt, IHG Flubs, and Tulsa Lounge Impressions: My Weekly Travel Review
I’ve had quite a few Southwest flights over the last few months and I continue to be surprised… The post Southwest Retrofit Hunt, IHG Flubs, and Tulsa Lounge Impressions: My Weekly Travel Review appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.
One Mile at a Time
Hilton LXR’s SAX Paris Hotel: Well Intentioned, But Not My Cup Of Tea
For the second hotel stay ofmy review trip to Bangkok, I spent a night at SAX Paris, Hilton LXR. I had a couple of nights in Paris, and wanted to check out a a couple of points hotels that have been on my radar.
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Get $60 back on $300 spend at BJ’s Wholesale Club with a targeted Amex Offer
A new Amex Offer for BJ’s Wholesale Club appeared this week on a targeted basis. It gives $60 back on $300 spend which could be particularly lucrative for those with this offer on more than one household card. The Deal Spend $300 in one or more purchases at BJ’s Wholesale...
The Bulkhead Seat
Only 776 Air Traffic Controllers Got $10,000 Bonuses and the Rest Are Not Happy
Air traffic controllers across the United States are voicing deep frustration over a recently… The post Only 776 Air Traffic Controllers Got $10,000 Bonuses and the Rest Are Not Happy appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Review: 13+ Hours in Qatar Airways Al Safwa First Lounge (2025)
A few years ago, I had the chance to visit the Al Safwa First Lounge in Doha’s Hamad International Airport… The post Review: 13+ Hours in Qatar Airways Al Safwa First Lounge (2025) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Now Open – Air Canada Café in Vancouver (YVR) Domestic Terminal
The premium grab-and-go concept is now available on the West Coast, with Air Canada announcing the opening of a new… The post Now Open – Air Canada Café in Vancouver (YVR) Domestic Terminal appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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United Airlines Launches a MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card – a throwback move!
In a bold and somewhat nostalgic move, United Airlines has re-entered the debit rewards space, a segment that virtually disappeared… The post United Airlines Launches a MileagePlus Debit Rewards Card – a throwback move! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Elevated Bonus and Unlimited 2% cash back with Tangerine credit cards
Tangerine offers two of the most underrated cashback credit cards in Canada, the no-annual-fee Tangerine® Money-Back World Mastercard®* and the… The post Elevated Bonus and Unlimited 2% cash back with Tangerine credit cards appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Earn 20x Points on Purchases via Aeroplan eStore – Canadian Down & Feather Company
It’s back with the 2025 iteration, and now Aeroplan members have a new opportunity to earn up to 22x on… The post Earn 20x Points on Purchases via Aeroplan eStore – Canadian Down & Feather Company appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Live Webinar: Porter Airlines and PMB
I am excited to announce that Points Miles and Bling (PMB) will be hosting a live webinar with the senior… The post Live Webinar: Porter Airlines and PMB appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aeroplan onboards Bearskin Airlines as a new redemption partner
Aeroplan has announced a new redemption partnership with Bearskin Airlines (JV), expanding members’ ability to redeem points for travel within… The post Aeroplan onboards Bearskin Airlines as a new redemption partner appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aeroplan announces partnership with DINR, Montreal based dining platform
Aeroplan has announced a new partnership with DINR, a Canadian dining platform that offers members exclusive access to reservations and… The post Aeroplan announces partnership with DINR, Montreal based dining platform appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.