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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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United Club Changes: Higher Membership Fees, New Guest Restrictions
United Airlines has announced significant changes when it comes to accessing United Clubs. This announcement comes at the same time that Chase and United are overhauling their credit cards, which I’ve covered separately. Let’s cover all the details…
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United Cuts Lounge Perks And Hikes Price To $1,400—So The $695 Card Becomes The ‘Much Better’ Deal
United Airlines is taking a page from Delta with club lounge access restrictions, and together with Chase they're taking a page from American Express with changes to their co-brand card portfolio. But I think they're doing it a little bit more thoughtfully. Continue reading United Cuts Lounge Perks And Hikes...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
March 24 Bonus Offer Highlight: IHG One Rewards – Earn 3x points all stays in Germany
Today's bonus offer highlight is from IHG One Rewards who are offering an excellent 3x points for stays at their hotels in Germany. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post March 24 Bonus Offer Highlight: IHG One Rewards – Earn 3x points all stays in Germany appeared...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Transpacific Flight Diverts After Pilot Forgets Passport
A United Airlines flight to Shanghai was forced to make a U-turn over the Pacific Ocean after one of the pilots discovered a critical missing item: his passport. Pilot Forgets Passport, Forcing Diversion Of Transpacific United Airlines 787-9 Flight UA198 took off on-time from Los Angeles (LAX) on Saturday, March...
One Mile at a Time
United Chase Credit Card Changes: Higher Fees, More Perks & Status
United MileagePlus and Chase have a suite of co-branded credit cards. Well, these cards are getting a complete overhaul — we’re seeing annual fees increase, though we’re also seeing new benefits added. Whether these changes are positive or negative depends entirely on the type of consumer you are, and how...
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United Airlines is Making it More Expensive to Enter its Airport Lounges With Membership And Credit Card Fees Being Hiked
United Airlines is hiking the cost to enter its premium United Club airport lounges with the cost of a United Club membership rising by as much as 115% and the United Club co-branded credit card getting a more modest fee rise of more than 32%. The Chicago-based carried laid out...
Frequent Miler
[Changes go live 3/25] Air Canada Aeroplan adopting dynamic pricing for some partners (including United)
Reminder that these changes go live tomorrow, 3/25/25, so this is a last chance to make bookings under the current chart before several airlines become dynamically priced. Today, Air Canada Aeroplan announced that it will be reconfiguring its award chart starting March 25th, 2025. Although the “partner chart” will remain...
The Bulkhead Seat
United Makes Huge Changes to Lounge Access, Costs, and More
Delta Air Lines made huge waves when it announced changes to Sky Club® access… The post United Makes Huge Changes to Lounge Access, Costs, and More appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
TravelUpdate
Interesting: Iberia Charges Fees For US Flight Changes Within 24 Hours
Background When it comes to booking flights, many airlines follow a policy that allows travelers to make changes…
One Mile at a Time
Lol: Global Airlines “VIP Pre-Sale” Tickets Now Available
Guys, stop whatever you’re doing, it’s time to book an inaugural flight… or whatever you’d like to call this.
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Is This Luxury—Or Just 2007? Hot Nuts Are Still Ruining First Class
Is it time to eliminate hot nuts in first class? They're boring and they do not distinguish the product. It's like airlines aren't even trying. And that's why coming up with a replacement seems like a real opportunity to wow customers with something different. Continue reading Is This...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Overhauls Lounge Access Policy, Raises Membership Prices
United Airlines has overhauled its lounge access policy and–in some circumstances–dramatically raised membership prices to its network of United Club lounges. United Airlines Announces Two Lounge Membership Tiers, New Pricing For United Club Access While not quite as draconian as Delta’s recent changes, United Airlines is introducing two lounge tiers,...
Monkey Miles
Review: Intercontinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
There is no better time to enjoy downtown Chicago than summer, and we chose the Intercontinental Chicago Magnificent Mile. Check out our review! The post Review: Intercontinental Chicago Magnificent Mile appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Points of Life
March Madness Standings: TPOL’s at the Bottom
Nothing went my way this opening weekend, meaning some lucky someone is going to be visiting me in Puerto Rico soon. Here is the current leaderboard: The post March Madness Standings: TPOL’s at the Bottom appeared first on The Points Of Life.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Apple Maps Users Report Strange Bug Where Random Airport Baggage Carousel Pins Are Appearing For No Reason
Apple Maps users have started to report a strange bug in which pins identifying random airport baggage carousel belts have started to show on zoomed out maps for no reason. The issue started on Sunday when users took to the popular social media platform Reddit to complain about the apparent...
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Multiple countries issue travel advisories warning about travel to the US
Countries in the EU and Canada at retaliating, now issuing travel advisories of their own, warning their citizens about travel to the US.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Will Install A New Business Class On Its Airbus A380 Superjumbos But They Aren’t The Airline’s Ill-Fated Allegris Seats
In September 2023, German flag carrier Lufthansa revealed that it planned to make a big investment by refitting its fleet of Airbus A380 superjumbos with new cabins, including new Business and First Class seats. The announcement was quite something, given that Lufthansa had been close to permanently retiring the double-deck...
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Delta First Class Passenger Slams Inflight Meal: ‘I Wouldn’t Feed This to a Dog,’ Then Stays Behind To Apologize To Crew [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading Delta First Class Passenger Slams Inflight Meal: ‘I Wouldn’t Feed This to a Dog,’ Then Stays Behind...
TravelUpdate
185,000 bonus points: Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card review
With this limited time offer on the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card by American Express, you'll earn a welcome bonus of 185,000 points.
Wingtips
How Airlines Buy Planes Without Actually Buying Them (Yet)
Lately, airlines have been on an absolute shopping spree. We’ve seen so many airline orders. According to IATA,… The post How Airlines Buy Planes Without Actually Buying Them (Yet) appeared first on Wingtips.
Traveling For Miles
Look out for a truly fantastic new welcome offer from Chase
One of the few benefits of writing for a site like this one is that every now and again banks, PR agencies, hotels, airlines, and loyalty programs present you with information that hasn't yet been made available to the general public. The post Look out for a truly fantastic new welcome...
One Mile at a Time
Review: Air France La Premiere First Class Boeing 777 (MIA-CDG)
For the first segment of our royal visit to Versailles, we flew Air France’s Boeing 777-300ER La Premiere first class on the eight hour flight from Miami (MIA) to Paris (CDG). Air France is known for having one of the world’s best first class products, though I hadn’t flown it...
Eye of the Flyer
Delta Air Lines Messed Up My Gluten Free Meal
Background I’m Gluten Free.  Not because it’s trendy or because I think it will make me lose weight (it hasn’t) but because my body simply can’t deal with gluten.  If I eat even a small amount I feel miserable.  So I’m careful with what I eat on land, at sea,...
Miles For Family
Hits and Misses on Icon of the Seas, the World’s Largest Cruise Ship
Last week, my family of 5 cruised on Royal Carribbean’s Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship. Overall, we had a great time! Of course, no vacation is ever perfect. Here are hits and misses from our experience on Icon of the Seas. Hit: Shows and Entertainment By...
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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.
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Recommendations to improve Air Canada Annual Worldwide Companion Pass
Air Canada Annual Worldwide Companion Pass is a special benefit that allows the primary cardholder of an eligible Aeroplan Premium… The post Recommendations to improve Air Canada Annual Worldwide Companion Pass appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Trip Planning: A Polynesian getaway – Tahiti, Bora Bora and Moorea
French Polynesia is renowned for its idyllic islands, crystal-clear lagoons, stunning overwater bungalows, and vibrant marine life, making it a… The post Trip Planning: A Polynesian getaway – Tahiti, Bora Bora and Moorea appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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The Dark Side of First Class – chasing first class may not be worth It
Is the allure of First Class blinding points and miles enthusiasts to the reality of its diminishing value? With shrinking… The post The Dark Side of First Class – chasing first class may not be worth It appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aeroplan Family Sharing is back and open for new enrollments – Verification Required!
It’s a good day for Aeroplan members. Aeroplan Family Sharing is back after a year and a half of hiatus… The post Aeroplan Family Sharing is back and open for new enrollments – Verification Required! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Upcoming Changes to WestJet Rewards Program and the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard
RBC and WestJet have announced significant updates to the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard, including changes to WestJet Rewards and… The post Upcoming Changes to WestJet Rewards Program and the WestJet RBC World Elite Mastercard appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.