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[INTERVIEW] Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
Exciting news, fellow BoardingArea bloggers Rapid Travel Chai and Points Miles and Bling (PMB) have teamed up to host the first over Points and Travel Festival in Toronto on April 17 and 18, 2026.  The post [INTERVIEW] Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Pointshogger.
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New: Redeem Aeroplan Points on ITA Airways
Earlier this year, ITA Airways was announced as Aeroplan’s newest airline partner, with a codeshare agreement across the Atlantic. As… The post New: Redeem Aeroplan Points on ITA Airways appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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What Atmos Rewards Are Actually Good For
Atmos Rewards is the newly combined rewards program of Alaska and Hawaiian. Through the evolution from Alaska Mileage Plan to Atmos… The post What Atmos Rewards Are Actually Good For appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Best Credit Cards for Gas Station Purchases in Canada
Gas is an essential purchase in most households here in Canada’s car-centric cities. Yes, most major cities have some form… The post Best Credit Cards for Gas Station Purchases in Canada appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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The Bulkhead Seat
American Express Platinum Card Lounge Access Expanded Across All Lufthansa Group Airlines
Travelers holding the Platinum Card® by American Express now have an even more valuable… The post American Express Platinum Card Lounge Access Expanded Across All Lufthansa Group Airlines appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Your Mileage May Vary
Cost for UK Travel Set to Increase by 25%
There’s an old saying that there are 2 things guaranteed in life – death and taxes. I think they should really change that to 3 things – death, taxes and…
Frequent Miler
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Review (2026)
The Capital One Venture Rewards card is the OG of the bank’s “miles-based” offerings. Over the last few years, Capital One has greatly strengthened its transfer partners, making this not only a card that earns 2% everywhere towards travel, but also 2x everywhere in transferable currency. Let’s take a closer...
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Why Bilt Rewards Cardholders Were Furious Over Lost ‘Free Points’—And Missed Out On Even More Value
Bilt Rewards cardholders were furious when the company replaced their easy 'free points' earned from paying rent—but in their outrage, many overlooked new benefits and higher value that could actually leave them better off. Here's what went wrong in the rollout, why consumers were so angry, and what analysts...
Live and Let’s Fly
United First Class Passenger Ordered Off Flight After Clash With Off-Duty Flight Attendant…Then Flies Anyway
A viral video shows a heated exchange over perceived rudeness toward a hearing-impaired woman on a United Airlines flight, with a paying customer being asked to deplane. Even though the passenger ultimately flew, it’s fair to ask why this whole incident ever occurred in the first place. United Passenger Asked...
Frequent Miler
Get 5,000 Frontier Miles for free (act fast)
Frontier has a new promotion called “The Big Redemption,” which gives members up to 5,000 miles for free.  All you have to do is fill out a form, take a screenshot showing that you have miles in another program, and send it to Frontier. It will then match those miles,...
Your Mileage May Vary
I Was Today Years Old When I Learned Why My Sunset Photos Looked “Fine”
I was today years old when I learned that most of the reason my sunset photos looked fine — but never quite right — wasn’t the sunset. It was my…
Frequent Miler
Barclays JetBlue Plus Card: Improved 70K Welcome Offer
Barclays has an improved offer out for the JetBlue Plus Card, awarding a total of 70,000 TrueBlue points after spending $1K within the first 90 days. Complete Guide to JetBlue TrueBlue The Offers & Key Card Details For more information about these cards and to find a link to apply,...
One Mile at a Time
American A319s & A320s Get More First Class Seats, But It’s Not All Good News
In March 2024, American Airlines announced plans to retrofit its Airbus A319 & A320 aircraft, to add more first class seats. This announcement coincided with American ordering 260+ Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer jets. There’s now an update, as the first retrofitted plane with new interiors is expected to be in...
Miles To Memories
United’s Big Glitch, Hyatt’s All Inclusive Boom, Easy Bilt Calculator & Best Hotel Promo?
Delta with Amex credits, United's big glitch, easy Bilt calculator, Hyatt grows even more & new Bonus Journeys! The post United’s Big Glitch, Hyatt’s All Inclusive Boom, Easy Bilt Calculator & Best Hotel Promo? appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Miles To Memories
New Chase Offers for Uber, Lyft, Gas Purchases & More
Check your Chase credit cards for new offers that can save you 10% on Uber and Lyft rides, $30 on a Turo rental, 20% back on gas and more. The post New Chase Offers for Uber, Lyft, Gas Purchases & More appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
American Launching A321XLR Flights To Porto, Portugal… But Only In Mid-2027
American Airlines has just announced its newest transatlantic route, which doesn’t come as much of a surprise, except for the unusual timing of the announcement…
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As Low as €22.00 or 3,675 Avios Per Flight With Vueling Airlines
Purchase tickets for as low as €22.00 or 3,675 Avios per flight with Vueling Airlines for travel via select routes between Monday, February 23, 2026 and Thursday, March 26, 2026. No promotion code is required... ...but you must... The post As Low as €22.00 or 3,675 Avios Per Flight With Vueling Airlines...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Launches Porto Flights in Summer 2027
American Airlines is adding a new city in Portugal to its transatlantic network with… The post American Airlines Launches Porto Flights in Summer 2027 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Airbnb Amex Offers: $50 back of 5k points when you spend $250+ (targeted)
There are several new Airbnb Amex Offers out today, the best of which give either 5,000 Membership Rewards points or $50 back when spending $250 or on vacation rentals. I also have one that offers $30 back on the same $250 in spend; I assume that there’s a 3,000-point version...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Aviation Regulator Tells Airlines To Show Passengers The Impact Their Flight Will Have On The Enviroment
Alongside the departure time and airport, the cost of any added extras, and the class of travel, airline passengers in the UK will soon have something else to factor into their decision of what flight to book… the impact it will have on the environment. In new guidance published by...
View from the Wing
American Airlines Pilots Forced To Sleep In Airports—Union Blasts Management As “Completely Unprepared” For Meltdown
American Airlines pilots have joined flight attendants in revealing they were forced to sleep in airports during last week's meltdown, with their union blasting management as "completely unprepared," despite clear warnings ahead of the storm.
From The Tray Table
Why I love JetBlue’s new overpriced and exclusive lounge passes
Two months after opening, JetBlue is now selling day passes to its first-ever airport lounge — and they… The post Why I love JetBlue’s new overpriced and exclusive lounge passes appeared first on From the Tray Table.
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What Hotel Guests Actually Want vs. What Hotels Keep Giving Us
When you stay at hotels once or twice a year, if that, you’re typically happy with everything you get. A coffeemaker in the room! A lighted magnifying mirror! And OMG,…
Miles To Memories
Frontier Airlines Giving Away 70 Million Miles
From February 5-22, consumers can "swap" unused reward points from other rewards programs and receive up to 5,000 Frontier Miles, enough for an Award flight. The post Frontier Airlines Giving Away 70 Million Miles appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Best Hyatt Card Bonus In Years — Advertised As 5 Free Nights, You Actually Wind Up With 7
Hyatt is advertising this card bonus as 5 free nights, but the spend required to earn it also triggers the card’s annual Category 1–4 night and generates enough points for another award night. Put it together and the “5-night” offer can realistically turn into 7 nights at Category 1–4 Hyatt...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Qatar Airways Privilege Club – Earn up to 5,000 bonus Avios on flights out of China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan (Feb 5 Bonus Offer Highlight)
Today's bonus offer highlight is another bonus offer tied into a seat sale as Qatar Airways is offering up to 5,000 bonus Avios and 20% off flights out of China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan! Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post Qatar Airways Privilege Club – Earn...
Frequent Miler
Avianca Award Sale: flights to Central and South America starting at ~2,000 miles one-way
Avianca LifeMiles runs regular award sales on its own flights, and it launched its latest this week. Like many of LifeMiles’ sales, there isn’t a set discount percentage, but it seems to cover most, if not all, of Avianca’s US routes. Economy flights from the US to Central and South...
Pointshogger
[INTERVIEW] Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
Exciting news, fellow BoardingArea bloggers Rapid Travel Chai and Points Miles and Bling (PMB) have teamed up to host the first over Points and Travel Festival in Toronto on April 17 and 18, 2026.  The post [INTERVIEW] Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Pointshogger.
Points Miles and Bling
Elevated Offer – Earn up to 110k points with Marriott Bonvoy American Express cards (Canada)
A staple in every Canadian wallet, Marriott Bonvoy American Express cards now offer elevated welcome bonuses and a higher referral… The post Elevated Offer – Earn up to 110k points with Marriott Bonvoy American Express cards (Canada) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air India’s A350 and B787-9 Business Class Are Actually Good
In the world of Miles & Points, Air India might be synonymous with outdated aircraft, inconsistent service, and asking passengers… The post Air India’s A350 and B787-9 Business Class Are Actually Good appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Every Statement Credit on the Amex Platinum (Canada), Explained
There’s no getting around it: the American Express Platinum Card comes with one of the highest annual fees of any… The post Every Statement Credit on the Amex Platinum (Canada), Explained appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Best Credit Cards for Groceries in Canada
The question of which credit cards are best for groceries may seem simple, but it is more complicated than it… The post Best Credit Cards for Groceries in Canada appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada
In Canada, there are three main airline companion vouchers that can be earned via credit card spending from Air Canada,… The post A Guide to Airline Companion Vouchers in Canada appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Should You Accept a Pre-Approved Credit Card Offer?
Pre-approved credit card offers usually come by e-mail, physical mail, or when you log in to your online banking account.… The post Should You Accept a Pre-Approved Credit Card Offer? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Shell Canada Joins Scene+ Loyalty Program
Big changes are coming to rewards earning at gas stations in Canada, particularly for those of us who enjoy earning… The post Shell Canada Joins Scene+ Loyalty Program appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Miles to Transition to Blue Rewards
Coming Summer 2026, AIR MILES is transitioning to a new reward currency called Blue Rewards – a simplified, streamlined experience… The post Air Miles to Transition to Blue Rewards appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.