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KLM Business Class Review – Split to Toronto via Amsterdam (SPU–AMS–YYZ) 
Booking KLM Business Class On a recent vacation exploring the Balkans, specifically the countries that once made up the former… The post KLM Business Class Review – Split to Toronto via Amsterdam (SPU–AMS–YYZ)  appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Journey Loyalty Program Launches 2026 Points Match
The loyalty space continues to evolve, and a new player has joined. Journey, a recently launched loyalty program that focuses… The post Journey Loyalty Program Launches 2026 Points Match appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Updated offers on TD Aeroplan Cards – up to 85,000 points with Premium Card
TD Canada has announced updated offers for their co-branded Aeroplan Cards. New cardholders will continue to earn a welcome bonus… The post Updated offers on TD Aeroplan Cards – up to 85,000 points with Premium Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Extended Offer: Up to 165,000 points with TD First Class Travel Visa Infinite Card
TD Canada has extended its highest welcome bonus offer on the TD First Class Travel® Visa Infinite* Card, with new… The post Extended Offer: Up to 165,000 points with TD First Class Travel Visa Infinite Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Le Meridien Boston / Cambridge hotel review
I recently returned from a long weekend in the Boston / Cambridge area and had a chance to stay at the Le Meridien Boston / Cambridge. Here is my Le Meridien Boston / Cambridge hotel review, including info on wifi, food, rooms, amenities, cost and more
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The Unexpected Trend That Could Save Airlines Millions — While Travelers Pay More
Airlines are always laser-focused on two things: how to make more money, and how to save more money Ideally, at the same time, because capitalism never sleeps, and neither does…
Frequent Miler
Air France KLM credit card will convert to Visa Signature, adds 3x dining & improved elite earning
The Air France KLM credit card has long been a World Elite Mastercard. However, on March 20, 2026, the card will change to a Visa Signature Credit Card. That’s going to add some benefits to the card that might make it more intriguing for some. Air France KLM Visa Signature...
Miles To Memories
Sahara Behind the Scenes Property Tour – BIG RENOVATIONS & SURPRISES! Is It Enough?
MTM Vegas January 19, 2026 Consider joining our Vegas Patreon to get the weekly exclusive MtM Vegas after show! You can also listen to this episode as a podcast. Learn more here.  Today’s MtM Vegas Video On this episode of MTM Vegas we take you to one of the most...
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526 Alaska Airlines Employees Are Competing For Seats On Carrier’s First-Ever Europe Flight
In less than 100 days, Alaska Airlines will launch its first-ever widebody long-haul flights to Europe, and, as you might expect, there is quite a bit of excitement amongst frequent flyers and the airline’s employees ahead of the inaugural flight. Getting on this special first flight from Seattle to Rome,...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Earn 2,000 Hilton Honors Points Per Stay
With the Points Unlimited Promotion, you can earn 2,000 Hilton Honors points per stay for all stays at participating hotel and resort properties of 26 brands worldwide between Thursday, January 15, 2026 through Thursday, April 30, 2026... ...but you must... The post Earn 2,000 Hilton Honors Points Per Stay appeared first on...
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How to pay taxes via credit card, 2026 edition
You might not like paying taxes, but when you pay taxes via credit card it can be quite rewarding. The key is to earn credit card rewards that more than offset tax payment fees. For example, if you’ve signed up recently for a card that requires large spend to earn...
Live and Let’s Fly
Will United Airlines Establish A Hub In Nuuk, Greenland?
With Trump circling Greenland like Hitler circled Poland, I imagine a world in which United Airlines establishes a hub from Nuuk. United Airlines has announced that it will establish a hub from Nuuk, Greenland, as it looks to gear up operations to key destinations in the Russian Empire after the...
View from the Wing
Singapore Airlines New First Class—It Should Debut From Los Angeles [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: Will Singapore Airlines new first class debut on New York or Los Angeles? L.A. is more likely with the latest schedule change. One of the most exciting aspects of Singapore Airlines’ new cabin product launches this year is a long-overdue brand new First...
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How to Get a Credit Card Retention Offer
Don't cancel your credit card until you read this. Our guide reveals how to negotiate retention offers of 20,000+ points or $200+ credits.
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American Express Gold Card Review: Great for Groceries & Dining (If You Use the Credits)
American Express offers several charge cards, each with unique benefits. The Green Card is an excellent entry-level travel card, and the Platinum Card is a luxury lifestyle card with a…
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Atmos Rewards Status Points With Credit Card Spending: Worth It?
Atmos Rewards is the loyalty program of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, and there are lots of things that make the scheme unique and compelling. Among other things, it’s possible to earn elite status with credit card spending, in a pretty lucrative way. In this post, I’d like to go...
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Surely Citi Didn’t Mean To Be This Generous With Strata Elite’s 100,000 Points And Double Dip Credits
Citi’s new premium Strata Elite card delivers far more first-year value than its $595 fee suggests — credits stack twice, bonuses are huge, and the math almost feels like a mistake.
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WestJet Adds Its 100th Destination From Calgary: São Paulo, Brazil
WestJet is expanding its international reach with new service to São Paulo/Guarulhos-Governor André Franco… The post WestJet Adds Its 100th Destination From Calgary: São Paulo, Brazil appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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British Airways Avios: Maximizing Value
Maximize your British Airways Avios. Learn about the new Reward Flight Saver rates, the 40k Iberia sweet spot, and how to avoid the AA devaluation.
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IHG Your Year of Travel Sale: Save Up to 25% on Stays
IHG is offering a 25% discount on stays at IHG hotels in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Micronesia, Southeast Asia, South Korea, and the Pacific Islands as part of the Your Year of Travel sale. All bookings under this promotion must be made by 4 February 2026. IHG Your Year of...
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Alaska Airlines 737-800 First Class Review: New Seats And Exceptional Service
After the Alaska-Boeing event, I flew Alaska Airlines from Seattle (SEA) to Chicago (ORD) onboard a recently retrofitted 737-800 in first class, enjoying a superb flight with outstanding service. Alaska Airlines 737-800 First Class Review (SEA-ORD) I traveled as a guest of Alaska Airlines. While I have historically turned down...
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Kickstarter: NOMAD N1 Portable AC Power Bank
The NOMAD N1 is a power bank that also serves as an AC wall outlet that you can take anywhere. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Into Malaysia and the Holiday Inn Express, KLCC – Growing Old In Style
Into Malaysia and off to the Holiday Inn Express KLCC Growing Old In Style Welcome back to Malaysia. It’s time to get into the country and continue this trip as I hit the second hotel of this trip, the Holiday Inn Express KLCC. And what a beauty of a hotel...
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines Instant Cash + Mileage Upgrade Offers Explained: Worth It?
Airlines in the United States have gotten increasingly good at monetizing their premium cabins. They don’t want customers to rely on complimentary upgrades, but instead, they’re trying to condition customers to pay for upgrades, whether it’s with miles or cash.
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Tragic Spain High-Speed Train Crash Leaves 39 Dead
A high-speed derailment and collision near Córdoba has killed 39, injured more, and raised fresh questions about rail safety across Europe. The Night That Changed Everything On A Spanish Rail Line On the evening of January 18, 2026, one of Europe’s most modern railway networks suffered a devastating disaster near...
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Spanish Flag Carrier Iberia Slammed For Alleged Price Surging In Wake Of Deadly High-Speed Train Crash
In the wake of a deadly high-speed train crash in the Spanish region of Andalusia on Sunday night, passengers have accused national flag carrier Iberia of price gouging people scrambling to find alternative ways to get between Madrid and Málaga and Seville. Iberia and its wholly owned short-haul subsidiary, Iberia...
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How Baggage Thieves Choose Which Bags to Steal — And How to Stop Them
There’s nothing more frustrating than waiting at the airport carousel for your bag that never materializes. If you’re lucky, this “mishandling” happened because of a mistake: The airline never got…
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Win a trip for two to Tokyo, courtesy of Coast Hotels and APA Hotels & Resorts, Japan (Open to AK, CA, HI, OR, WA, Canada except QC)
Coast Hotels has brought back their great contest where Coast Rewards members can enter to win a trip to Japan! The contest is open to new and existing Coast Rewards members who complete the entry form by February 28, 2026. If you are not a member of Coast Rewards we...
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Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
I’m excited to introduce our upcoming inaugural event: Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026, taking place this April! Points Miles and… The post Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026
I’m excited to introduce our upcoming inaugural event: Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026, taking place this April! Points Miles and… The post Introducing Points Travel Festival Toronto 2026 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: LOT Business Lounge Polonez at Warsaw Airport (WAW)
LOT Business Lounge Warsaw – Location and Access On a recent connection through Warsaw (WAW) en route to Budapest (BUD),… The post Review: LOT Business Lounge Polonez at Warsaw Airport (WAW) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: InterContinental Ljubljana, Slovenia
After an exciting week exploring Bosnia and Herzegovina, we headed north to Slovenia. While both were once part of the… The post Review: InterContinental Ljubljana, Slovenia appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Hilton Honors Status Match: The Easiest Way to Fast-Track Elite Status
Hilton just made elite status significantly easier to achieve. If you already hold elite status with another hotel loyalty program… The post Hilton Honors Status Match: The Easiest Way to Fast-Track Elite Status appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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5 Bank Accounts Offers that Deserve Your Attention this January
Bank accounts don’t always get the same attention as credit cards, but this January, they should. Several Canadian banks are… The post 5 Bank Accounts Offers that Deserve Your Attention this January appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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LOT Business Class Review: Toronto to Budapest via Warsaw
Introduction and Booking Flying to Europe using Aeroplan offers several options, with Lufthansa, Austrian, Swiss, and Air Canada often dominating… The post LOT Business Class Review: Toronto to Budapest via Warsaw appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New Elevated Offers on Amex Cards, up to 150k in welcome bonus
Amex Canada has kicked off 2026 in the best way possible, first by improving the transfer ratio for Flying Blue… The post New Elevated Offers on Amex Cards, up to 150k in welcome bonus appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.