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Get 4X ALL Reward Points at Selected Accor Hotels (Inc. Mondrian Singapore Duxton) Globally – Book by 15 October, Stay by 26 November 2023
Register now to earn 4X ALL Points at selected Accor properties worldwide when you book by 15 October 2023, and stay by 26 November 2023.
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New Hilton Honors Global Promotion Offerings up to 3X Points for Stays between 6 September and 31 December 2023 – Registration Open!
Starting from 6 September 2023 to 31 December 2023, Hilton Honors members can earn up to 3X points in select cities around the world and 2X points on every other eligible stay.
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What Are Some Real (and Available) Sweet Spots Using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Miles for Travel within Asia?
Everyone talks about sweet spots using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Miles for premium cabin travel but can you actually find any award space for them?
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Double Marriott Bonvoy Points at Singapore Restaurants and Bars + Take Part in Maldives Lucky Draw (17 August – 15 September 2023)
Marriott Bonvoy members dining in any participating restaurants and bars in Singapore from 17 August 2023 to 15 September 2023 (by 11:59 AM) will earn double base points on all qualifying charges incurred and paid directly at the outlet - stand a chance to win a getaway to Maldives too!
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American Express to Increase Foreign Currency Transaction Fee from 2.95% to 3.25% from 01 October 2023
Starting from 01 October 2023, American Express will be increasing the fees for Foreign Currency Transactions from 2.95% to 3.25%. Transactions relating to education and other non-profit purposes (including charitable donations) will also be added to the list of non-eligible purchases.
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Exclusive 30% Discount on Pelago Travel Activity with Singapore Airlines Booking Reference Code – Until 31 December 2023
Enjoy an exclusive 30% discount on Pelago with your Singapore Airlines Booking Reference Number from 14 August 2023 to 31 December 2023 - earn up to 9 miles per dollar with the right credit card!
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Get up to 40% Bonus with Marriott Bonvoy Point Purchases – by 8 September 2023
Purchase Marriott Bonvoy Points at 0.89 US cent per point by 8 September 2023 - possible to get 50-100% value out of these points fairly easily.
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CIMB World Mastercard Offering up to 3% Unlimited Cashback Through 31 October 2023 – New Customer Gets S$320 Cash Reward (Apply by 31 August 2023)
Earn up to 3% unlimited cashback with the CIMB World Mastercard through 31 October 2023 - sign-up as an eligible new customer by 31 August 2023 to receive S$320 cash after spending S$988 within 60 days of card approval.
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Lounge Review: Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao (Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1) – Entitlement via Priority Pass
Finally managed to utilise my Priority Pass membership at the Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1 - this is a great alternative for those with unlimited lounge access wanting something different.
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How to Attach Marriott Bonvoy Number to Luxury Travel Advisor Bookings (e.g. ClassicTravel.com)
Booked a luxury travel advisor rate recently? Here’s how you can attach your Marriott Bonvoy membership number to the reservation to earn points and nights on the stay.
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25%+10% Discount with Accor Live Limitless Asia-Pacific Private Sale – Book by 21 August 2023, Stay by 30 November 2023
Enjoy 25% (+10% if you are an Accor Plus member) savings on hotel stays (minimum stay duration of two nights( consumed between 11 August 2023 and 30 November 2023 when you book by 21 August 2023.
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Hotel Review: Aloft Bali Seminyak (King Bed) – Affordable Hotel in Seminyak but Walking Distance to Canggu by the Beach
An affordable hotel in Seminyak with a decent breakfast where you can talk a shortcut to Canggu by walking along the beach - just watch out for high tides!
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Lounge Review: Concordia Lounge (International Terminal) – I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Bali international airport, or more specifically, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) finally has an airport lounge for Priority Pass members once again - the Concordia Lounge occupies the previous space of T/G Lounge and it is quite possibly my favourite airport lounge in Bali right now.
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Cashing Out Orphan Points from the OCBC Titanium Rewards Credit Card – What Can You Do With Them?
Don’t have enough points to convert into miles and are not sure what to do? I have approximately 6,000 miles worth of points sitting in my OCBC TItanium Rewards Credit Card - here are my options.
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Three Nights at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok with USD 100 F&B Credit from just USD 441 – An Even Great Deal for Marriott Bonvoy Elite Members!
The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok is offering an exclusive travel-agent-only rate which comes with a third night free, USD 100 F&B credit, complimentary breakfast, and upgrades from just USD 441 for three nights. Find out how to book luxury travel agent rates for free inside!
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Kris+ August 2023 Mastercard Challenge – Spend S$58, Get S$15 Rebate (in KrisPay Miles)
In the month of August 2023, simply spend at least S$58 in a single transaction using a linked Mastercard (debit/credit) to receive 2,250 KrisPay miles worth S$15 - this is awarded on top of bonus miles that you will accumulate when you shop, dine, or cover your daily expenses.