Two-factor authentication (2FA) is now required when searching for award space via Air Canada Aeroplan, an understandable but annoying development. Air Canada Aeroplan Now Requires 2FA Every Time You Log In I understand why two-factor authentication (2FA) has become so prevalent…it’s easy enough to do a lot of nefarious things...

The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays youd make anyway.

The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays youd make anyway.

Oftenbuying points strategically can be a good value, especially for luxury travel experiences where you can get the most outsized value. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club doesn’t sell points often, but when the program does, it’s typically a pretty good deal. The latest such promotion has just been launched, and could...

TheAmerican Express Business Gold Card is one of the most rewarding business cards if you’re looking to earn Amex Membership Rewards points. We’re continuing to see a solid publicly available welcome offer on this card, making it a good time to apply. If you’re eligible for this card, it’s absolutely...

ITA Airways has brought back their member get a member promotion for this month. This time they are offering 3,000 points per referral which is 1,000 more than the previous promo last fall. Current Volare members can invite friends and family to join the program and the referrer will receive...

Earn 5,000 bonus Bonvoy Points for stays at participating Courtyard, AC Hotels and Moxy Hotels in the U.K. and Europe when showing a valid same day train ticket* at check in.  Book now for stays until Jul 24, 25. This offer is valid at participating Courtyard and AC hotels in...

Earn 5,000 bonus Bonvoy Points for stays of 2 or more nights at any of 9 participating Design Hotels in Europe. Book by Jul 21 for stays until Jul 23, 25. Click here for more details and to book this offer. These are the participating Design Hotels locations: H15 Boutique...

Shutdowns are the great bogeyman of the points and miles community. Most often associated with credit card issuers, a shutdown happens when a company decides that they don’t like you, and usually involves closing one or all of your accounts and then leaving you to spend some time thinking about...

Greetings from Los Angeles, where things are a little tense right now. Protests — violent at times, despite what you may hear from certain people — are taking over parts of Downtown Los Angeles and an area named Paramount. (Paramount is nowhere near the Paramount Studios in Hollywood.) The National...

If you are traveling with family members who are late to the airport who are late, should you leave them behind if they are at risk of not making the flight? What would you do if ...

Supersonic flight clears a significant hurdle for the future, as the president of the United States signed an executive order to promote supersonic aviation in the country on Friday, June 6, 2025, which includes the removal of stifling regulatory barriers so that innovative companies can dominate supersonic flight once again. “For...

Like it or lump it, the residents of every country have stereotypes. You know what I mean…which group of people is particularly smart or stupid, rich or poor, hard workers…

Reader Aaron shares receipts from a recent trip through American Airlines terminal 8 at New York JFK, where concessions giant HMS Host is finding new creative ways to separate you from your money. They're stacking on fees and inflated suggested tips - and, it appears, pocketing some of the...

I always enjoy the 1-2 configuration and better upgrade opportunities with the E175 aircraft. The post Why My Favorite First Class Seats Are on the Embraer 175 first appeared on Altitude Yes.

With the Tony Awards happening tonight—and a special performance from the original cast of Hamilton in honor of the musical’s 10th anniversary—there’s no better time to take a step beyond…

Okay - I have to know. Who is it that is stealing TV sets, mattresses and even a grand piano out of hotels? Is it you?

I have joked in the past about expiration dates printed on bottles of water — such as in this article that was published on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 — wondering exactly what happens to water when it expires. Does it curdle? Will it completely evaporate? Does the water eventually get...

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is one of the most benefit-packed products out there. Through June 30, 2025, there’s a huge new offer. Continue reading Amex Business Platinum Unleashes Limited-Time 150K Points Plus $500 Flight Credit Offer...

JetBlue is known for its excellent Mint business class product, which is available on select transcontinental flights, plus all of the carrier’s transatlantic flights. Historically, the best way to book this product has been using partner miles, particularly with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, but also with Etihad Guest. However, as...