The Shutterwhale
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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Live and Let’s Fly
Review: SO Paris Hotel (Accor)
We tried the fashion-forward design property, SO/Paris Hotel near the Sarbonne and we have definitively found our new home in the city of lights.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Location For...
Points With a Crew
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon this weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and ...
One Mile at a Time
My Rough Night In A Japanese “Cabin” Hotel
Duringmy review trip to South Korea and Japan, I had a quick overnight at Tokyo Haneda Airport. I arrived at Terminal 1 at around 10PM, and wanted to be at Terminal 3 at around 5AM the following morning. There’s a ”proper” mega-airport hotel connected directly to Terminal 3, which is...
Your Mileage May Vary
I’m Having Second Thoughts About Capital One Cards
I’ve had my Capital One Venture X card for almost three years. When I signed up, it seemed like such a good deal that my wife got her own card.…
The Bulkhead Seat
Irate Passenger Claims To Be A Ruler and Own Seven Continents. Why Is She Flying Frontier?
A Frontier Airlines flight departing San Diego International Airport (SAN) for Las Vegas Harry… The post Irate Passenger Claims To Be A Ruler and Own Seven Continents. Why Is She Flying Frontier? appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Live and Let’s Fly
Stolen Miles: American Airlines Requires An FBI Report
My wife found miles were stolen from her American Airlines account; to get them back American Airlines needs a FBI report.   If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Another Reward Hacked Account...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Why Do Some Airlines Tell You to Open Your Window Shades For Takeoff and Landing? And Why the United States is Unique
Crew Insider is our series of informative articles that answer some of the most common and less common questions about the aviation industry from the point of view of an industry insider. Our question answerer-in-chief is Mateusz Maszczynski, who has worked in the airline industry for nearly two decades and...
One Mile at a Time
My Citi AAdvantage Business Card Approval Experience
The Citi / AAdvantage Business World Elite Mastercard (review) is American’s only co-branded business credit card that’s currently open to new applicants. There’s lots of merit to picking up this card, including a great welcome offer.
View from the Wing
Dad Sits In Coach While His Two Daughters Live It Up In First Class—Then He Asks Passengers To Switch Seats
There have been plenty of controversial stories about a husband flying first class while his wife and kids sit in coach. Maybe he got the upgrade, and only one seat was available. Or he was on a business trip and had to be rested, so the company paid...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Tripodon Street in Athens in Greece. Sunday Morning Photograph.
Tripodon Street in Athens in Greece is considered to be the oldest street in the city because a large part of it coincides exactly with the ancient road and maintains the same name. At six meters wide and 800 meters long, it used to be one of the widest streets...
Monkey Miles
Amex Offers: Radisson Blu and Cambria Hotels Spend $300 get $100 back
This is the first time that I can remember Amex having an offer that targets Radisson Blu in the USA/Canada. Remember that Choice hotels owns Radisson in the Americas so you’d be earning Choice points alongside ( not Radisson Rewards ). Keep that in mind if you’re looking at staying...
One Mile at a Time
Delta Plans “Basic” Business Class: Will Premium Unbundling Work?
Over time, we’ve seen the concept of ”basic economy” become pretty widespread, whereby the cheapest economy fares include the fewest perks. The purpose of this is twofold — to expand a carrier’s potential customer base, and to get existing customers to ”buy up” to a higher fare, in order to...
View from the Wing
Widespread Bed Bug Infestation Hits Vegas Icons: Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, Resorts World All Inspected [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 Widespread Bed Bug Infestation Hits Vegas Icons: Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, Resorts World All Inspected [Roundup]...
Eye of the Flyer
Woman Falls Overboard and Dies on MSC Cruise, Computer Takeoff’s Coming, Salmonella Outbreak on Royal Ship, Mandatory Cruise Gratuities Not Going to Crew, EU Delays Biometric Checks and more Travel News!
Here are this week’s travel and cruise headlines and news from around the web and interweb: Woman dies after going overboard from MSC cruise ship Automatic Takeoff Coming to Passenger Jets in 2025 Sparks Debate Among Travelers: ‘Good Idea or Not?’ Outbreak on Royal Caribbean Ship Confirmed From Rare Cause...
One Mile at a Time
Japan Airlines Cash Upgrades On Domestic Flights: A Great Deal
In a previous installment, I shared my experience flying Japan Airlines’ domestic first class on an Airbus A350-900, from Sapporo to Tokyo. As I hinted at in the post, Japan Airlines has a pretty lucrative cash upgrade program, whereby you can buy upgrades on the day of departure at a...
Live and Let’s Fly
New Report: Fly Slower, Higher, Only Long Haul For Environment
A new report has a solution to reduce emissions by air travel: fly slower at higher altitudes and eliminate short haul flying. This should totally work.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today....
One Mile at a Time
Delta Resuming Los Angeles To Shanghai Flights In 2025, Maybe
Delta Air Lines claims that it’s bringing back a transpacific flight in 2025, though I wouldn’t necessarily count on it. I first wrote about this a couple of days ago, but wanted to provide an update, as this flight is now on sale, so the schedule is also published.
One Mile at a Time
Delta Adds Minneapolis To Copenhagen Flights, Linking Up With SAS
A couple of weeks ago, Delta Air Lines announced its transatlantic expansion for 2025, which included seven new routes to Europe. A couple of days ago, the airline revealed one additional route, which seems like an obvious enough addition. I wanted to provide an update, as this route is now...
Nerd Ka Travel
Marriott Bonvoy and Aeroplan Enhance Loyalty Partnership, Offering Expanded Benefits for Members
In a significant development for frequent travelers, Marriott Bonvoy and Aeroplan have strengthened their partnership to offer enhanced benefits to their respective loyalty program members. The expanded relationship between Marriott International travel program, Bonvoy, and Aeroplan. Aeroplan is a loyalty
Frequent Miler
Last Chance Deals: LifeMiles & Leading Hotels of the World transfer bonuses, Giftcards.com 20% cashback & more
Welcome to our weekly list of what’s ending this week as well as a collection of some other deals that are due to end soon. Eight offers are due to end this week which includes transfer bonuses to Avianca LifeMiles and Leading Hotels of the World, both of which are from...
Points With a Crew
5 reasons I keep recommending the Chase Sapphire Preferred for people starting out
Amongst my friends and family, I'm considered the "credit card guy". When I'm asked for recommendations, most of the time it's the Chase Sapphire Preferred...
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (12/13th October)
We’ve reached the end of another week as October continues to rush by us at high speed. It must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Time to Dine – The Bullring Markets, Birmingham Trip Report: Taking the Long Way (and back) to Singapore A full week of...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
What Is Wrong With This Photograph? Part 270
I was thankful that safety comes first as I was waiting for a connecting flight at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York while I was on my way from Chicago to Dublin recently. For this edition of this popular game, can you guess what... The post What Is Wrong With...
The Bulkhead Seat
2024 Weekly Review: October 12th
I spent most of the past week in meetings and attending Advertising Week in… The post 2024 Weekly Review: October 12th appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
The Shutterwhale
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.
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2X World of Hyatt Points on Stays in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific (excl. Greater China) – 7 October to 20 December 2024
World of Hyatt has introduced a new promotion for stays between 7 October and 20 December 2024, offering double points starting from the second eligible stay after registration. This promotion is available at participating properties across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific (excluding Greater China).
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IHG One Rewards 3X Unlimited Promotion – Triple Points at avid, Atwell, EVEN, voco and Garner hotels (1 October – 31 December 2024)
Register now to earn 3X points at avid, Atwell, EVEN, voco and Garner hotels from 01 October 2024 to 31 December 2024 - stack this offer with the global promotion offering 3,000 bonus points for every two nights consumed between now until the end of the year.
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A Curious Go with Amex Offer for The Peninsula Hotels – Spend S$500, Get S$100 Back
This Go with Amex offer was not included in the original wave of hotel offers but was extended to my business credit card this morning - get S$100 back in statement credit with eligible spending of at least S$500 across participating Peninsula Hotel properties.
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Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Expands Portfolio with the Addition of Four New Hotel Brands, Including Sunway Hotels & Resorts in Malaysia
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has just added four new prestigious regional hotel brands to its portfolio, expanding its presence in some of the world's most popular tourism destinations.
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Sign-up for a DBS/POSB Card and get up to S$599 Worth of Rewards for New Customers
Apply for a DBS/POSB credit card as a new customer to receive sign-up gifts worth up to S$599 with a minimum spend of S$500 within 30 days from card approval.
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POSB/DBS Salary & Spend Promotion: Get up to S$500 Cash Reward (Register and Credit Salary by 31 October 2024)
Get S$300 cash reward by crediting your salary to a POSB/DBS account, and receive an additional S$200 bonus when you spend S$500 on eligible cards per month, over the next three months.
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IHG One Rewards Global Promotion: 3,000 Bonus Points every Two Nights (19 Sep – 31 Dec 2024)
IHG One Rewards members can earn 3,000 bonus points for every two nights consumed between 19 September 2024 to 31 December 2024 - register now!