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[INTERIEW] Getting to know ASMALLWORLD
Today, we are featuring the CEO of ASMALLWORLD, Jan Luescher, a global community united by a shared passion for luxury travel. We are always excited to see a platform that gives people an opportunity to share ideas for everyone's benefit. Keep up the good work Jan and thank you for...
Points Miles and Bling
Lufthansa First Class: Why Are You So Good?
In 2001, I had my first taste of first-class travel on a Lufthansa A340-300 flight from Detroit to Washington. It… The post Lufthansa First Class: Why Are You So Good? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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[INTERVIEW] Earn 1,000,000 Points with HSBC
Today, we are featuring Ryan Swain, Head of Product and Acquisition, Credit Cards at HSBC Bank Canada. Today he is going to share with us how to earn up to 1,000,000 points and highlight other significant features offered by HSBC. Thank you Ryan for taking the time to answer our...
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5 Countries that offer Visa-on-Arrival for all nationalities
For over 25 years, I have travelled with an Indian passport which ranks 66th in the Global Passport Power Rank,… The post 5 Countries that offer Visa-on-Arrival for all nationalities appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Credit Card Review: Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
American Express offers three personal Hilton Honors co-branded credit cards. There’s a base-level Hilton Honors AMEX card with no annual fee and the luxury Hilton Honors Aspire AMEX. That card comes…
Miles To Memories
(New Offer) Save Up To $20 When You Use Chase Points On Amazon (Targeted)
Amazon has a new promotion for Chase cardholders that can save you $20 on your next purchases. You need one of the Ultimate Rewards earning cards for this promotion. The post (New Offer) Save Up To $20 When You Use Chase Points On Amazon (Targeted) appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
How Marriott’s W Dallas Hotel Is Shortchanging Bonvoy Members – And Its Own Staff
You're charged 18% more than the actual published price of what you order, and then likely assume it covers the tip. You should add another, say, 18% - 20% on top of the 18%. But since many won't, not asking the question, this service charge almost certainly leads...
Travel With Grant
How to Fix a Rejected Hilton Honors Gold Elite Status Enrollment (AMEX Platinum Card Benefit)
Good morning everyone, I hope your week is going well.  I have a strange edge case that I wanted to share, in case anyone else is in this situation.  Long story short, I downgraded my American Express Hilton Honors Aspire Credit Card to the no annual fee American Express Hilton...
One Mile at a Time
Air France Unveils New A350 Cabins & Configuration
Air France has announced that it will shortly be introducing a new configuration for its Airbus A350s, featuring the carrier’s new cabin products. This shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, as we knew that Air France’s new business class would be installed on A350s eventually.
Frequent Miler
Frequent Miler Live Wednesday June 7 at 9pm ET. Ask Us Anything!
We might be on the other side of the world, but the Frequent Miler team will be taking your questions live on YouTube Wednesday June 7 at 9PM ET. Subscribe to our YouTube channel here, (and click the bell icon next to the “subscribe” button to enable notifications from our channel.)...
Live from a Lounge
Air India’s 777 makes emergency landing in Russia, on its way to San Francisco
Air India has a 777LR which has had to land in Eastern Russia today while operating a flight between Delhi and San Francisco due to an engine issue with the aircraft. The post Air India’s 777 makes emergency landing in Russia, on its way to San Francisco appeared first on...
Off the Beaten Points
Gorgeous New First Class Suite by Collins Aerospace
I’m writing from the Aircraft Interior Expo in Hamburg, Germany, where aerospace manufacturers from all over the world…
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
June 6 Bonus Offer Highlight: Miles & More – 5x miles for stays at Vienna House by Wyndham Hotels
Today's bonus offer highlight is a 5x Miles & More Miles bonus for stays at Vienna House hotels. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post June 6 Bonus Offer Highlight: Miles & More – 5x miles for stays at Vienna House by Wyndham Hotels appeared first...
Economy Class & Beyond
AIX2023: Bucher Leichtbau shows off Condors new A330neo galley
As AIX2023, Bucher Leichtbau is showing off something you might not think about too much – the welcome galley.  The unit is customised for Condor, which has entered service with their A330-900neo fleet, as part of the cabin fit service. The Galley, designed, certified, and manufactured by Bucher, displays a...
One Mile at a Time
Collins Aerospace Aurora: Business Class Suite For Single Aisle Jets
Popular aircraft seating manufacturer Collins Aerospace has just revealed its newest business class product, designed specifically for narrow body aircraft. This is a big focus in the aircraft seating industry, given that were increasingly seeing longer range narrow body jets, like the Airbus A321XLR.
The Bulkhead Seat
All American Elites Will Soon Get Free Upgrades on Awards
The American Airlines AAdvantage program is about to add complimentary upgrades to award tickets… The post All American Elites Will Soon Get Free Upgrades on Awards appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Points With a Crew
Activate your Chase Freedom Q2 2023 5% Bonus Categories (LAST CHANCE)
Finally, it's time to activate your Chase Freedom Q2 2023 Bonus categories, and there are some good ones. You must activate before earning 5% cash back and ...
One Mile at a Time
American AAdvantage Adds Elite Upgrades On Award Tickets
American AAdvantage is making some major changes to its complimentary upgrade program. Most people will probably consider this to be a positive development, though upgrades are ultimately a zero sum game.
View from the Wing
New Coach Seat Means Airlines Don’t Have To Give Exit Row Passengers So Much Legroom [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 New Coach Seat Means Airlines Don’t Have To Give Exit Row Passengers So Much Legroom [Roundup]...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Dangerous Levels of Cancer-Causing Pollutants in 5-Mile ‘Contamination Zone’ Around Seattle-Tacoma Airport
A Washington-based law firm is bringing a class action lawsuit against the Port of Seattle, as well as Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines, alleging that 300,000 people are living in a five-mile radius ‘Contamination Zone’ around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Attorneys from Hagens Berman claim that levels of cancer, heart...
The Bulkhead Seat
United Airlines Codeshares on Emirates Flights Denied by Indian Government
United Airlines announced a partnership with Emirates last September (I wrote about it here).… The post United Airlines Codeshares on Emirates Flights Denied by Indian Government appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Off the Beaten Points
Hands-On With Aurora, Collins Aerospace’s Brand New Business Class Suite for Narrow-Bodies
I’m currently in AvGeek heaven at the Aircraft Interior Expo in Hamburg, Germany, where aerospace manufacturers from all…
Frequent Miler
Daily Getaways 2023 deals have been announced: Here’s what’s coming.
Daily Getaways is returning next week and there’s a great sense of déjà vu. Many of the deals are exactly the same as previous years which might be good or bad depending on if they’ve interested you in the past. The Deal Daily Getaways will be running the following deals:...
Live and Let’s Fly
Drunk Southwest Airlines Passenger Is “Confused” Why She Is Being Dragged Off Flight…
For today’s dose of what not to do on an airplane, we turn to Southwest Airlines and a woman who expressed bewilderment at what was happening when she resisted stepping off the aircraft. The answer: you’re being forcibly removed… Lady Is “Confused” As To Why She Is Arrested As She...
One Mile at a Time
Emirates Plans Big Aircraft Order To Replace A380s
While Emirates Airline already has nearly 200 new planes on order, the airline is preparing to place another aircraft order, to prepare for a future without the Airbus A380.
Modhop
3 Starter Tips for Driving Abroad
While out and about on your travels abroad, you may need to drive for several reasons. For instance, you might be a solo-traveler looking to explore remote parts of the country. Or, you might be there for business and find it easier to have a personal vehicle to drive various...
The Points of Life
Don’t Take All Advice: Meh Restaurants in Madrid
Meh Restaurants in Madrid is part of The Adios Puerto Rico, Hola España Trip Report. Read TPOL in Madrid: Why A Second Residency? I have written extensively about where to eat in Madrid. From excellent tapas (see Best Tapas Madrid: No Budget Cuts Here), organic pizza (see Mo de Movimiento), burgers (see Junk...
The Wandering Aramean
Aurora single-aisle lie-flat business class seats unveiled by Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace joins the ranks of seating manufacturers with a lie-flat option for single-aisle business class cabins. Dubbed Aurora, the new design was unveiled at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2023 in Hamburg this week.
Points Miles and Bling
Review: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is aesthetically beautiful
The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne – Introduction The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is the newest luxury hotel rising above the city’s skyline. Located within… The post Review: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is aesthetically beautiful appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Hyatt Free Night Award – Beware of this critical issue when redeeming
There are many reasons to love the World of Hyatt loyalty program, and one of my favourite perks is earning… The post Hyatt Free Night Award – Beware of this critical issue when redeeming appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Best Current First Year Fee Waived Cards for May 2023
We are back this month with the top first year fee waived promotions. See the commentary under each credit card for more thoughts on each offer. The post Best Current First Year Fee Waived Cards for May 2023 appeared first on Pointshogger.
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[REVIEW] Rogers Bank Connections MasterCard
Effective May 17, 2023, the Rogers Connections Mastercard has been revamped. Today, we will review the new structure of the card and discuss how it is different from before. The post [REVIEW] Rogers Bank Connections MasterCard appeared first on Pointshogger.
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American Express Cobalt Card – Earn Up to 180,000 MR points in first year
The best credit card in Canada now comes with up to 30,000 Membership Rewards (MR) points for new card members.… The post American Express Cobalt Card – Earn Up to 180,000 MR points in first year appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Embracing the World of Error Fares, a better way for leisure travel?
In an era of devalued airline loyalty programs and glitches in IT systems, avid travellers are always looking for an… The post Embracing the World of Error Fares, a better way for leisure travel? appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi is the best Hyatt Cat-4 hotel
Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi – Introduction and Booking Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel in the… The post Review: Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi is the best Hyatt Cat-4 hotel appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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[INTERVIEW] Founder of Points Miles and Bling
Today we are featuring our friend and founder of Points Miles and Bling, Anshul Singh. On the surface, he may seem like a fellow travel blogger, but in reality, we are a huge fan of his work. Points Miles and Bling has grown its team significantly since we last interview...