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Review: Montreal to Dubai on Emirates Business Class 777-200LR
Aeroplan Booking – Emirates Business Class 777-200LR For a recent trip to Bangkok (BKK), Thailand, I had the opportunity to… The post Review: Montreal to Dubai on Emirates Business Class 777-200LR appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Reopen in Frankfurt and London Heathrow
Just in time for the holiday travel season, following the recent reopening of the Maple Leaf Lounge at Los Angeles… The post Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Reopen in Frankfurt and London Heathrow appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Residence Inn Dubai is budget friendly, lacks the glamour of Dubai
Residence Inn Dubai – Booking Three weeks ago, I stayed at the Residence Inn Dubai, a luxury apartment-style hotel (according… The post Review: Residence Inn Dubai is budget friendly, lacks the glamour of Dubai appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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American Express Membership Rewards – Part 3
Introduction American Express (Amex) Membership Rewards (MR) points are Canada’s most valuable rewards currency, offering flexibility for redemptions such as… The post American Express Membership Rewards – Part 3 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Hotel Review: TRIBE Living Bangkok Sukhumvit 39 (TRIBE Studio) – Affordable Modern Property Within Walking Distance to Phrom Phong BTS Station
TRIBE Living Bangkok Sukhumvit 39 is a great value choice for budget-conscious travelers but its slightly longer walk from Phrom Phong BTS Station may make it less convenient compared to more accessible (but pricier) options in the area.
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Double (2X) IHG One Rewards Points from Second Stay (01 Jan 2025 to 31 Mar 2025) – Register Now!
Register now to earn double IHG One Rewards points from your second stay consumed between 01 January 2025 and 31 March 2025.
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Chase Ink Business Preferred® vs. Chase Ink Business Unlimited® – $750 or 90,000 points
The Chase Ink Preferred and Chase Ink Unlimited are two of Chase's business credit cards and they can both be great options to boost your Ultimate Rewards points balance. Deciding which one is best can depend on ...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Warning: Not Always a Full Refund When Canceling Airline Ticket Purchased Within 24 Hours
Consumers who are based in the United States are allowed to cancel their reservation and receive a full refund without a penalty for 24 hours; but here is a warning that you may not always receive a full refund when canceling an airline ticket purchased within 24 hours, as I...
Frequent Miler
The 2024 Bonvoyed Awards | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep286 | 12-20-24 | Podcast
Today we’ll take a look back at the year and talk about what loyalty programs have done to us instead of for us. This is for the loyalty grinches! Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to a specific part...
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Is Spending $15K on the Hilton AMEX Worth It for a Free Night?
Spending $15,000 to earn a free night certificate might sound like a hefty commitment, but when that certificate has no blackout dates, resort fees, or weekend-only restrictions, it becomes a…
The Bulkhead Seat
The Dominican Republic’s Low-Cost-Carrier, Arajet, Will Fly to the United States In 2025
Arajet is a low-cost airline and the flag carrier of the Dominican Republic. Its… The post The Dominican Republic’s Low-Cost-Carrier, Arajet, Will Fly to the United States In 2025 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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$100 InKind gift card for $59.99 at Costco.com
Costco is once again offering a $100 InKind gift card for $59.99. That could be a great deal if you have upcoming plans to dine at an InKind restaurant. You can also get 20% back on all food and beverage, which we’ll post about separately. The Deal Costco.com is offering...
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Netflix Has A Great Holiday Travel Movie Streaming: Carry-On
I love movies about travel and airports. Combine that with a plot that takes… The post Netflix Has A Great Holiday Travel Movie Streaming: Carry-On appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Reagan National Airport’s Gate 35X Was So Awful It Took $1 Billion And 25 Years to Fix—But Its Sign Still Haunts Travelers
For years, the 'worst airport gate in America' was generally considered to be 35X at Washington's Reagan National airport. There were competitors, like Miami's D60 and the old D9 at LaGuardia before the terminal was redone. But 35X was the stuff of legend. Continue reading Reagan National Airport’s Gate...
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Uh-oh: Hilton gift card inventory shortage (not expected to ship for “weeks”)
Those procrastinators who have credit cards that offer credits at Hilton properties might be in for disappointment this holiday season. Apparently, the Grinch has gotten into the supply of Hilton gift cards and BuyHiltonGiftCards.com is “experiencing an inventory shortage”. It doesn’t sound like that shortage is going to be cleared...
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Kickstarter: Jartoo Carbon Nanotube Heated Blanket (Back By Saturday)
Jartoo has come out with the world's first Carbon nanotube heated blanket. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more days - you have until December ...
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Turkish Airlines Sets Guinness World Record
Any time an airline sets a Guinness World Record, it’s kind of a big deal. And there have been several of these “big deals” over the years: The largest airline…
Monkey Miles
Palazzo and Venetian join forces with Hyatt
There’s a lot of swapping going on in the points and miles world. SLH was once Hyatt, now IHG. Mr and Mrs Smith was once IHG and now is Hyatt. Well, The Venetian and Palazzo have changed dance partners and were once aligned with IHG, but soon will be doing...
Miles To Memories
ZYNLO Bank Offers $100 Checking Bonus and 5% APY for Savings and Money Market Accounts
ZYNLO Bank is currently offering a $100 bonus for new checking accounts and 5% APY for its Savings and Money Market accounts. The post ZYNLO Bank Offers $100 Checking Bonus and 5% APY for Savings and Money Market Accounts appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Lijiang to Kunming with Lucky Air: A Review of China’s Affordable LCC
Come with me as I ride on the HNA Group's low cost carrier, Lucky Air, on a short Airbus A320 flight from Lijiang to Kunming
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Review: Cross Border Xpress (CBX) From Tijuana Airport To USA
The Cross Border Express (CBX) from Tijuana International Airport to the USA could not have been simpler…it is a far better way to cross into the USA than the conventional land route. Cross Border Xpress (CBX) Review – Northbound Crossing From Tijuana Airport To USA I first wrote about the...
ATX Jetsetter
American Airlines is Launching Flights Between San Antonio and Washington D.C.
American Airlines is launching service between San Antonio and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in March 2025. The post American Airlines is Launching Flights Between San Antonio and Washington D.C. appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
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14+ Current IHG Promotions [Dec’24]
IHG is one of the biggest hotel chains in the world. Although it has a limited presence in India, you can still benefit from IHG Promotions internationally. Earn 3K Points Every 2 Nights Earn 3x Points at Five IHG Brands New Member 5K Bonus Earn 3K Bonus Points When Booking...
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‘A Danger to Millions’: Detroit Airport’s Planned Cigar Lounge Sparks Outrage
Detroit airport is planning to add a cigar lounge, and anti-smoking groups are freaking out, claiming it “would expose millions of travelers and airport employees to harmful secondhand smoke.” Continue reading ‘A Danger to Millions’: Detroit Airport’s Planned Cigar Lounge Sparks Outrage...
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The Easiest Trick to Score Free Hotel Upgrades Without Lying or Chasing Status
I’ve been able to score countless upgrades in hotels using a certain trick. It’s totally legal, amazingly easy to do and doesn’t throw off my moral compass. Even those timid…
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Save 40% on inKind Gift Cards at Costco
Costco is once again offering a pretty good deal on inKind gift cards that can get you a 40% discount at your local restaurants. The post Save 40% on inKind Gift Cards at Costco appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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10% back on Delta & Lowe’s gift cards and more
MyGiftCardsPlus is offering 10% back or more on several  brands of gift cards, including Delta, Lowe’s, and more. The savings is in the form of Swagbucks, which are almost the same as cash for many people since they can be redeemed for PayPal payments. The Deal MyGiftCardsPlus is offering 10%...
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Review: Japan Airlines Diamond Premier Lounge Sapporo Airport (CTS)
For the next portion ofmy quick trip to Japan & Korea, it was time to fly Japan Airlines’ Airbus A350-900 first class on the short domestic flight from Sapporo (CTS) to Tokyo (HND). OMG, flying within Japan is an absolutely civilized delight, and that already starts on the ground.
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The Truth About Air Canada eUpgrades
Understanding Air Canada eUpgrades Air Canada eUpgrades are a valuable benefit for Aeroplan Elite members, allowing them to upgrade their… The post The Truth About Air Canada eUpgrades appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada to Offer Fast, Free Wi-Fi to Aeroplan Members on select flights
Air Canada will offer fast, free Wi-Fi for Aeroplan members on flights within North America and Sun destinations starting in… The post Air Canada to Offer Fast, Free Wi-Fi to Aeroplan Members on select flights appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Guide to the RBC Avion Rewards Program
Avion Rewards is RBC’s in-house loyalty rewards program, where members can earn Avion points through RBC’s suite of credit cards… The post Guide to the RBC Avion Rewards Program appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Credit Card Strategy for Beginners – Part 3
Credit Card Strategy – Introduction When it comes to choosing the best travel credit cards, the incentive of a large… The post Credit Card Strategy for Beginners – Part 3 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Singapore Airlines Business Class A350-900 from Singapore to San Francisco
Singapore Airlines Business Class A350-900 When planning my return journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Ottawa, Canada, I sought… The post Review: Singapore Airlines Business Class A350-900 from Singapore to San Francisco appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New Air Canada Fare Rules – Basic fares become worse, and Comfort fare slightly better
Air Canada has revised its Basic and Comfort economy fare structures, making Basic fares more restrictive. Customers purchasing Basic fares… The post New Air Canada Fare Rules – Basic fares become worse, and Comfort fare slightly better appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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United Airlines and Turo Announce Partnership
United Airlines has partnered with Turo, the peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace, to allow MileagePlus members to earn miles for trips booked… The post United Airlines and Turo Announce Partnership appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Amex Offers Canada – Spend $60, Get $30 Statement Credit at Major Canadian Airports
Amex Offers is a program that allows eligible American Express Cardmembers to earn statement credits or bonus points on shopping,… The post Amex Offers Canada – Spend $60, Get $30 Statement Credit at Major Canadian Airports appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.