Monkey Miles
LOT Business Class 787-8 Review – A LOT to be desired
For years, I have really wanted to see the Baltics: Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. I’d heard of their old world beauty juxtaposed with some serious Soviet influence both in culture and architecture and had planned iterations of this trip on many occasions only to never actually pull the trigger. My...
Your Mileage May Vary
Flying First Class? You Might Still Be Shut Out of the Lounge
You’ve just booked your first First Class flight using airline miles—nice work! You arrive at the airport feeling a little fancy, ready to enjoy all the perks you’ve heard about.…
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Card Comparison: Preferred Vs. Reserve
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve Card are both compelling travel rewards credit cards. Often, people have a hard time deciding which card makes the most sense, given that they’re both excellent, and you’re generally only eligible for the welcome bonus on one of these two cards.
Miles To Memories
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card Offering 3 Free Nights and 50,000 Points
The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card has a new welcome bonus that is worth up to 200,000 points. The bonus comes in the form of 3 Free Nights and 50,000 points. The post Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card Offering 3 Free Nights and 50,000 Points appeared first on Miles to Memories.
View from the Wing
My Wife’s Tiny Business Got This Citi Card—And It Helps Our Whole Family Move Miles
My wife was approved for this card. Her small business is… very small. But the interesting thing, beyond that they’d approve her, is what happens to the points. Continue reading My Wife’s Tiny Business Got This Citi Card—And It Helps Our Whole Family Move Miles...
Frequent Miler
Hotels.com Amex Offer: Get 8% back on up to $1,250 of prepaid hotels
A new Hotels.com Amex Offer appeared last week which is giving 8% back on prepaid hotel bookings. Although the terms state that you have to use a specific URL, it might be possible to stack this with shopping portal earnings nonetheless. The Deal Get 8% back as a statement credit...
Miles To Memories
Transfer Citi ThankYou Points to Virgin Atlantic with 30% Bonus
This promotion get you 30% more points when you transfer your ThankYou Points to the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club program. The post Transfer Citi ThankYou Points to Virgin Atlantic with 30% Bonus appeared first on Miles to Memories.
One Mile at a Time
Mess: Southwest 737 & Cessna Citation Mid-Air Close Call Near Van Nuys
I’m not sure what to make of this incident, other than being grateful that the Southwest Airlines pilots seemed to know what they were doing…
Points With a Crew
Groupon Deal: Mother’s Day Personalized Waterproof Beach Bag
"Celebrate Mother's Day with a special touch! Discover Groupon's personalized waterproof beach bag for just $19.99, down from $99.99. Available in two sizes and customizable in style, it's the perfect gift for the mom who loves beach days or poolside relaxation. Don't miss the shipping cutoff on April 27th to...
Live and Let’s Fly
5 American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots
American Airlines AAdvantage is now the most valuable loyalty program among the three major US network carriers. One reason is because of its both objectively and relatively attractive award redemption charts. Here, I’ll highlight my top five American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots. 5 American AAdvantage Redemption Sweet Spots – Still...
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FINALLY! First Country Makes VAT Refund Simple, Instantaneous, & User Friendly
I have to tell y’all that I consider myself to be pretty well-traveled. And I’m no slouch when it comes to brains, either. And yet, I have never, ever managed…
View from the Wing
First Class Used To Be Free With Status—Now I Use A $70/Hour Rule For Discounted Upgrades
Cheap 'first class buy ups' can be a great deal even as they make elite status so much less valuable. I recently purchased a couple of them and it caused me to refresh my thinking around how much I'm willing to pay. Continue reading First Class Used To Be...
Frequent Miler
TopCashback: Increased rates for some travel sites (IHG 12%, Best Western 15.65%, Viator up to 15% & more)
TopCashback is running a Spring Break Travel Event this week which is offering some attractive rates for a variety of travel sites. The Deal TopCashback is offering increased cashback rates for travel sites including: IHG – 12% Best Western – 15.65% Viator – up to 15% Virgin Atlantic – up...
ATX Jetsetter
Slides Deployed on American Airlines Jet After Smoke Enters Cabin
Slides were deployed on an American Airlines aircraft while parked at the gate in Philadelphia after smoke entered the cabin. The post Slides Deployed on American Airlines Jet After Smoke Enters Cabin appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Qatar Airways is Giving Passengers Flying On Its New Routes to Australia Free Food Vouchers At its Doha Hub
Qatar Airways has come up with an interesting way to celebrate the launch of its hard-fought expansion to Australia’s key gateway cities by offering passengers flying to or from Australia free food and drink vouchers for their layover at Doha Hamad International Airport. The airline is slated to add new...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
April 14 Bonus Offer Highlight: United MileagePlus – Buy miles with up to a 90% bonus or 45% discount
Today's bonus offer highlight is this month's buy miles offer from United MileagePlus who are offering up to a 90% bonus or 45% discount when buying miles. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The post April 14 Bonus Offer Highlight: United MileagePlus – Buy miles with up to...