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Singapore’s First Banyan Tree Group Property, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree to Open in April 2025
Nature lovers and luxury seekers, mark your calendars — April 2025 will witness the grand opening of the Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. Set amidst the breathtaking 126-hectare Mandai Wildlife Reserve in northern Singapore, this resort represents a significant milestone as Banyan Tree Group’s first-ever property in its home...
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New Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit 1 Now Accepting Stay Reservations from 13 January 2025 – Near Phloen Chit BTS Station
There is a new Hyatt Place opening in Bangkok - Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit 1 (not to be confused with the Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit near Phrom Phong) - and it has already started to accept stay reservations from 13 January 2025.
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Get S$400 Cash Reward, Apple iPad, or Dyson Supersonic with Citi Credit Cards – New Customers Only (by 01 December 2024)
Probably the best sign-up offer for Citi Credit Cards - get S$400 cash reward with minimum spend of S$500 within 30 days for new customers.
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Planning A Mornington Peninsula Beach Day: 6 Essential Tips
Planning a beach day can seem simple, but unexpected issues often arise. Mornington Peninsula’s beaches are popular, which means dealing with potential crowds, fluctuating weather, and poor preparation can easily ruin your outing. Arriving late might lead to parking challenges, and picking the wrong beach can limit your planned activities....
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Pizza in Motion
United Airlines Travel Tuesday Award Sale: Hawaii, Caribbean, New Zealand On Sale
United Airlines has launched their Cyber Week sale with cheap award flights to Hawaii, the Caribbean and far away destinations like New Zealand. Key deals are 13,000 miles one-way to Hawaii in economy class as well as 12,000 miles one-way to a number of... The post United Airlines Travel Tuesday Award...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Bans “Tandoori Karen” After Racist Tirade Against Indian-American Family
United Airlines has reportedly banned a woman from future travel on “the Friendly Skies” after a not-so-friendly racist encounter with an Indian-American family at Los Angeles International Airport. “Tandoori Karen” Rages Against Insidan-Americans At Los Angeles International Airport After United Airlines Flight A United flight from Cancun (CUN) to Los...
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Billions Spent At Dulles, But Despite New Gates And Lounge United Flyers To Still Be Stuck Using 40-Year-Old ‘Temporary’ Concourse
United's hub at Washington Dulles has long held a precarious position. It's been on the potential chopping block many times over the past 25 years. As a result, it's a place that's seen little investment - until now. Continue reading Billions Spent At Dulles, But Despite New Gates And...
One Mile at a Time
Pilots Report Seeing UFOs, Mysterious Lights, Near DFW
Look, I’d like to think that I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but this sure makes you wonder…
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Carnival Cruise Line May Be Taking A Stand Against Swingers
When you go on a cruise, there are some things certain guests do that, if they’re not particularly embraced by the cruise line, they are at least tolerated. A prime…
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Have a Chase Card? Enter to Win 1 Million Points
To celebrate the launch of Chase Travel’s 25 Trips to Take in 2025, now through January 31, 2025, Chase is also giving away 10 million points. The post Have a Chase Card? Enter to Win 1 Million Points appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Don’t Sleep On This: 75,000 Miles With American Airlines Business Card, Enough For Business Class On Qatar And Japan Airlines
Earn this bonus and you'll have a minimum of 80,000 miles. 70,000 what it costs from the US to the Mideast, India or Maldives on Qatar. You can even fly Qatar's Qsuites, which may be the best business class in the world. Flying business class from the US to Southeast...
Frequent Miler
British Airways Chase Offer: Get 5% back on $100-$900 spend
There’s a new targeted Chase Offer giving 5% back on $100-$900 spend with British Airways. The Deal Get 5% back as a statement credit when spending $100+ on British Airways flights with a targeted Chase Offer. Key Terms Expires December 31, 2024. Maximum $45 back. Offer valid one time only....
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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.
Josh Trips
Hilton to open 9 new hotels in Morocco
Hilton announced plans to open nine new hotels in Morocco over the next few years. The expansion will…
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter: Jartoo Carbon Nanotube Heated Blanket
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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Bonvoyed Again: How Marriott’s Dynamic Pricing Limits Free Night Certificates
If you’ve been a part of the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program, you’re probably familiar with the free night certificates that come with certain co-brand credit cards from Chase or American…
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Transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Virgin Points with 40% Bonus
American Express has launched a new promotion this month for points transfers to Virgin. The post Transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Virgin Points with 40% Bonus appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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Frontier Airlines Status Gets Huge Boost With Real First Class Upgrades And Companion Pass
The carrier has changed the way they sell tickets, offering fare bundles rather than a la carte and more premium services. Now they're taking it a step further. Continue reading Frontier Airlines Status Gets Huge Boost With Real First Class Upgrades And Companion Pass...
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Martial Law Declared on South Korea December 2024: Travel Alert
Martial law has been declared on South Korea December 3 2024 by its current president, who vowed to eliminate “anti-state” forces during a surprise address on late night television as he grapples against a domestic political opposition that controls the parliament of the country. Yoon Suk Yeol claimed that the process...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines Reportedly Refused to Transport Paris Stowaway Suspect Back to the US On Tuesday
Delta Air Lines reportedly refused to transport the now infamous Paris stowaway suspect back to the United States on a Tuesday afternoon flight after she had already boarded the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport. The 57-year-old Russian woman managed to sneak past multiple security checks and get onboard a...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
December 3 Bonus Offer Highlight: Marriott Bonvoy – 10,000 bonus points per night at The St. Regis Hong Kong
Today's bonus offer is an excellent nightly bonus of 10,000 Marriott Bonvoy points for stays at The St. Regis Hong Kong until the end of the year. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post December 3 Bonus Offer Highlight: Marriott Bonvoy – 10,000 bonus points per...
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12/3 only: Save 80% on Spirit base fares with promo code 80PCT (Tues/Wed travel only)
Spirit is out with a new sale that has a pretty amazing headline rate – 80% off base fares. That has the potential to generate some great savings, but there’s more than one catch to this sale. The Deal Save 80% on Spirit base fares when using promo code 80PCT....
Economy Class & Beyond
Icelandair takes delivery of its first Airbus A321LR
Icelandair has done something new for the airline today – as it has become an Airbus operator, with the delivery of its first Airbus A321LR.  Icelandair Airbus A321LR (with a Beluga XL taking off in the background) – Image, Airbus The A321LR marks the first step in the airline’s fleet...
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United Unveils a Massive New Expansion of its Washington-Dulles Hub
United Airlines unveiled details about its new Concourse E expansion at Washington-Dulles International Airport which will open in late 2026. The post United Unveils a Massive New Expansion of its Washington-Dulles Hub appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
One Mile at a Time
New Lufthansa Allegris First Class Now On Sale, Suite Pricing Revealed
Lufthansa is in the process of rolling out its new long haul cabin concept, known as Allegris. This includes a new business class product (being installed on newly delivered Airbus A350s and Boeing 787s), as well as a new first class product (being installed on newly delivered Airbus A350s).
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Marriott Offers Exciting New Luxury Properties and Refreshes of Familiar Favorites In 2025
Marriott International’s Luxury Group contains some of my favorite brands like St. Regis, The… The post Marriott Offers Exciting New Luxury Properties and Refreshes of Familiar Favorites In 2025 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Lufthansa Allegris Business Class Seat Fees Revealed
Lufthansa is in the process of rolling out its new Allegris business class. The first several jets with these new interiors are now flying, and they’re even pretty consistently available on select routes.
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Big Changes For Bilt Rewards In 2025: Earn Points On Mortgages, New Credit Card Strategy, And Expanded Benefits
This morning Bilt is out with a new message to program members that reveals a real pivot in strategy. The message is 'we're not just a credit card'. In this message they lay out some of their vision for 2025, walk through their economics, and drop what I view...
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Answer Two Questions with Income Insurance and Win an Apple iPad Pro (worth S$2,599)
From now until 24 November 2024, stand a chance to be one of four lucky winners of the Apple iPad Pro 13" WiFi + Cell 512GB (worth S$2,599) when you answer two questions from Income Insurance - no product sign-up is required! 
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Exploring Machu Picchu: How to Get There and What to See  
Are you ready for a thrilling adventure to one of the world's most iconic ancient sites? Machu Picchu is a destination like no other, offering a blend of stunning scenery, rich history, and awe-inspiring architecture. Whether you dream of hiking through misty Machu Picchu mountain trails or simply soaking in...
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How to Find a Vacation Rental With the Best Views
Searching for the perfect vacation rental? Sounds pretty exciting. But finding one with jaw-dropping views is what can ultimately take your getaway to a whole new level. The vacation rental market has exploded in recent years, so travelers got more options than ever before.
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Get S$80 Additional Voucher with UOB Credit Card (Best for Earning Miles!) – New Customers Only (8-31 October 2024)
Receive S$80 worth of vouchers when you apply for any UOB credit cards as a new customer between 8-31 October 2024 - minimum spending of S$500 within 30 days of card approval required.
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Get S$320 Cash Reward (or iPad/Samsonite Luggage/18,000 Bonus Miles) with S$500 Spend on Citi PremierMiles Card as a New Customer – Apply by 31 October 2024
Apply for a Citi PremierMiles Card before 31 October 2024 as an eligible new customer to receive S$320 cash reward with a minimum spend of S$500 within 30 days of card approval - earn unlimited Citi Miles that will never expire!
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Lounge Review: Malaysia Airlines Platinum Lounge (Satellite Terminal) – Kuala Lumpur International Airport
The Malaysia Airlines Platinum Lounge (Satellite Terminal) can be accessed by Business Suite passengers, as well as First Class and oneworld Emerald frequent flyers departing on eligible flights. The First Class lounge offers an a la carte dining experience for premium passengers and is quite possible the best airport lounge...
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Hotel Review: W Osaka (Marvelous Suite) – Located on Famous Luxury Shopping Street, Midosuki Boulevard near Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori
Used one of my Nightly Upgrade Awards (NUAs) at the W Osaka to secure a beautiful Marvelous Suite. The hotel is located on Midosuki Boulevard and within walking distance to Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori.
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Lounge Review: Qantas International Business Lounge (Terminal 1) – Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
I revisited the Qantas International Business Lounge in Terminal 1 and it is still an incredibly solid airport lounge that is quite possibly the best one for oneworld Sapphire members (in any cabin class) departing on a oneworld carrier from Singapore Changi Airport.