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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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Holiday Inn Express Charges A Resort Fee That Gives You Nothing—And Says It’s Just To Make The Price Look Lower
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hudson I-94 surprisingly has an amenity fee, which is the same thing as a resort of destination fee. And it might just be the most honest resort fee, ever. Continue reading Holiday Inn Express Charges A Resort Fee That Gives You Nothing—And Says It’s Just...
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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 4/19/25. The Deal Buy $300+ Visa gift cards at Office Depot/OfficeMax & get $15 off instantly. Key Terms Valid April 13-19, 2025. Limit 10 per household/business (different stores may try to impose...
The Bulkhead Seat
Earliest Ever: I Just Requalified for Marriott Bonvoy® Titanium Elite. What’s Next?
I have been traveling tons for work and some fun. Thanks to bonus nights… The post Earliest Ever: I Just Requalified for Marriott Bonvoy® Titanium Elite. What’s Next? appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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30% transfer bonus Citi Thank You to Virgin Atlantic
Between now and 3/18/23 enjoy a 30% transfer bonus when you transfer Citi Thank You to Virgin Atlantic The post 30% transfer bonus Citi Thank You to Virgin Atlantic appeared first on Monkey Miles.
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Should You Buy Hyatt Points With a 25% Discount? (Offer Ends Monday)
Hyatt is offering a discount if you buy points during the current promotion. But there are only a few times that it makes sense to purchase Hyatt points, like ....
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The Important Reasons I Still Keep These “Forgotten” Credit Cards
At least once a year, it’s a good idea to take stock of the credit cards in your wallet. Are you still using each one for the reason you signed…
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Hotel Review: Hilton Podgorica Crna Gora
After a great stay at the St. Regis Rome (review here), we flew to… The post Hotel Review: Hilton Podgorica Crna Gora appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Attending The Naming Ceremony For MSC World America
I was graciously invited to attend the naming ceremony for the launch of MSC World America, the company’s largest ship. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. MSC World America Naming Ceremony As a travel agency owner, I was invited...
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Is This The Most Stupid Diversion of 2025 So Far? Plane Makes Emergency Landing After Rogue iPad Is Found Onboard
Commercial airliners end up diverting to alternative airports far more often than many passengers would probably believe. Often, it’s down to maintenance issues, severe weather, or a medical emergency, whereas other times, the cause of the diversion is more of a head-scratcher. In an industry that takes safety as seriously...
One Mile at a Time
Drug Bust Cancels British Airways Transatlantic Flight
A British Airways long haul flight was canceled after authorities carried out a drug bust on the aircraft, as flagged by PYOK, and documented by a passenger on Reddit. Thats gotta be awkward.
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United First Class For 7,000 Points. Economy For 3,500. An Award Chart Even Experts Miss.
The absolute best deal for U.S. domestic flight redemptions (when saver awards are available) is using Air India Maharaja Club points for United Airlines flights. The option is little-known, probably because the points are tough for most Americans to earn. Continue reading United First Class For 7,000 Points. Economy For 3,500....
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10 of the Funniest Flight Attendant Safety Spiels Ever
We all know the drill…before the plane takes off, the flight attendants have to tell us what we need to do regarding cabin safety in the event of an emergency.…
Miles To Memories
This Is How a Longtime Amex Schwab Platinum Account Dies
Weeks ago, we decided to close my wife's Amex Schwab Platinum card. The job is done, and here's how the chat went. The post This Is How a Longtime Amex Schwab Platinum Account Dies appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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100,000 Points For Travel: Chase Just Relaunched One Of The Best Credit Card Deals Ever
We haven't seen an offer like this in nearly four years. You can redeem the points at 1.25 cents apiece towards travel through Chase's portal, or transfer them to airline and hotel points. Continue reading 100,000 Points For Travel: Chase Just Relaunched One Of The Best Credit Card Deals...
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A Winter Trip To Tokyo & Niseko
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Silver Airways Nears Liquidation, “Fails To Take Reality Into Account”
In very late 2024, Florida-based regional airline Silver Airways filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Executives at the airline insisted that this would be a quick restructuring, and that the company would emerge stronger than ever before in the first quarter of 2025. Well, things aren’t looking so good anymore…
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155-Room Kimpton Frankfurt Opens: A Playful New IHG Property
I realize I take more of an interest in the Frankfurt hotel market than most, so if this doesn’t interest you, by all means skip this post. I have family near Frankfurt, so I visit pretty often, and am always underwhelmed by the hotel choices. Along those lines, I’m excited...
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Delta Strands Passengers Onboard Overnight After Diversions
Passengers on two Delta Air Lines flights from Mexico were stranded onboard overnight after weather forced them to divert to an airport without CBP facilities. The post Delta Strands Passengers Onboard Overnight After Diversions appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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Transfer Citi ThankYou Points To Virgin Atlantic With 30% Bonus
The Citi ThankYou program has just launched its latest transfer bonus, and it has the potential to represent a good deal.
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17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
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What Is Stacking, and Why Should You Be Doing It?
When I’m talking about stacking, I’m not talking about stacking cups, although that is an impressive, yet useless skill. I’m also not referring to the catchy Anna Kendrick song “Cups”…
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As Families Boarded, Mexican Authorities Raided British Airways Flight For Drugs—Passengers Didn’t Get Hotel Rooms Until 8am
Tuesday evening April 8, British Airways flight 2202 from Cancun to London Gatwick wound up delayed more than 24 hours after Mexican authorities carried out a significant drug raid on the aircraft. Continue reading As Families Boarded, Mexican Authorities Raided British Airways Flight For Drugs—Passengers Didn’t Get Hotel Rooms Until 8am...
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30% transfer bonus from Citi to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
There is a new 30% transfer bonus for transfers from Citi ThankYou points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club that just started today. This could make some of the best uses of Virgin Atlantic points significantly better if you can find availability that matches your needs. The Deal From April 13th...
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Hawaiian A330 High Speed Aborted Takeoff Due To Unstable Nose Wheel
A Hawaiian Airlines jet suffered a high speed rejected takeoff when departing from LAX, as reported by Beat of Hawaii, and there’s even video footage of it…
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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.
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Review: Air France Business Class from Ottawa to Paris on the Boeing 777-300
Air France Business Class from Ottawa to Paris The Ottawa (YOW) – Paris (CDG) route was launched in 2023 on… The post Review: Air France Business Class from Ottawa to Paris on the Boeing 777-300 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Unique Challenges for Female Solo Business Travellers
Over the past five and a half years, I’ve had the opportunity to experience being a female solo business traveller,… The post Unique Challenges for Female Solo Business Travellers appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Hotel Ercilla de Bilbao, Autograph Collection
Hotel Ercilla de Bilbao – Introduction and Booking My trip to Pamplona for the Running of the Bulls started with… The post Review: Hotel Ercilla de Bilbao, Autograph Collection appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada introduces Kaiseki cuisine on all Canada-Japan routes
Air Canada has announced an exclusive culinary partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Masaki Hashimoto, a Toronto-based master of Kaiseki cuisine. This… The post Air Canada introduces Kaiseki cuisine on all Canada-Japan routes appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.