Pointshogger
[INTERVIEW] Moe Ghafari, Founder and CEO of Pointsgram
I am Moe, the founder and CEO of Pointsgram. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector and active involvement in the local community, I've always pondered: How can we infuse more technology into our local economy to foster its growth and promote sustainability? After engaging with over...
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Per Se tasting menu delivers on its 3-Michelin Stars reputation
New York City (NYC) is a foodie’s paradise. At the time of this writing, there are four 3-Michelin-starred restaurants in… The post Per Se tasting menu delivers on its 3-Michelin Stars reputation appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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What did you book? Qatar First, Turkey, Choice Hotel and a Fjord Cruise in Norway
Welcome to May’s instalment of What Did You Book, where Sash and Mohammad discuss what they have been up to… The post What did you book? Qatar First, Turkey, Choice Hotel and a Fjord Cruise in Norway appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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[INTERVIEW] AIR MILES – The evolution of the in-store shopping experience
Today, we are featuring Jason Beales Chief Strategy & Commercial Officer at Air Miles. Today, he is sharing his thoughts on in-store versus online shopping. Thank you Jason for taking the time to answer our questions.  1) Please tell us about yourself and your role with AIR MILES. The post [INTERVIEW] AIR...
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Travel With Grant
Transfer Limits & Times for Wyndham Rewards to Caesars Rewards; No Taxes on Hotels Booked with Points
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your week is going well.  I am planning a trip to Las Vegas in the coming weeks and wanted to stay on the Las Vegas Strip at a Caesars Rewards property since I can use my Caesars Diamond Elite Status to get waived resort fees...
Your Mileage May Vary
TikTok Travel Myth is Busted: Why Red Suitcases Are Loaded First
Despite many people wanting to ban the app (or force its sale) in the U.S., TikTok continues to grow. Created in 2016, the app was introduced to the US in…
Frequent Miler
Wyndham Rewards Earner Business card losing cellphone protection benefit from 7/1/24
The Wyndham Rewards Earner Business credit card is popular with many people due to it earning 8x at gas stations, offering Diamond status and giving a 10% discount on award nights. One of its other potentially useful features is that it earns 5x on marketing, advertising and utilities, the latter...
View from the Wing
Congress Adds Language To Require Automatic Refunds When Flights Are Delayed Or Cancelled
I personally don't see a problem with leaving it up to the customer to request a refund. That's how every other product in the world works - if you want a refund, you ask for one. I'm not sure why we should be treating airline passengers differently, especially...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
May 7 Bonus Offer Highlight: Hilton Honors – 2,000 bonus points for stays in Türkiye
Today's Bonus Offer Highlight is for Hilton stays in Türkiye where Honors members can earn 2,000 bonus points per stay. Check out all of the new bonuses added today here: The post May 7 Bonus Offer Highlight: Hilton Honors – 2,000 bonus points for stays in Türkiye appeared first on Frequent...
View from the Wing
The Dark Side Of Destination Marketing: How Tourism Boards Squander Millions And Dodge Accountability
Tourism boards are often highly questionable. They're big pots of money where politicians appoint friendlies to cush, well-paying jobs where there are very few metrics of actual success and leaders attend conferences and treat themselves and others to a good time. Continue reading The Dark Side Of Destination Marketing:...
Miles To Memories
Cardless Launches First Qatar Airways Cards In U.S., Check Out the Details
These cards, powered by Visa, are now available for members to apply and they mark Qatar Airways Privilege Club’s debut in the U.S. credit card space. The post Cardless Launches First Qatar Airways Cards In U.S., Check Out the Details appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Frequent Miler
Citi axing Premier card on May 9, launching Strata Premier card on May 16
Where there’s smoke there’s fire, and after dozens of smoke signal rumors about an impending Citi Strata credit card for what’s felt like years, it’s now almost here. We’ve received word that Citi will be retiring the Premier card for new applications from May 9, 2024. It’ll be replaced by...
Your Mileage May Vary
Crazy! Southwest “Diverted” A Flight to Pick Up Stranded Passengers
Throughout our years of flying, we’ve witnessed a wide range of unusual events. These oddball occurrences are typically part of daily operations, but the odds of experiencing them during a…
Eye of the Flyer
Hotel Horror: A Tornado Tore Through an Oklahoma Hampton Inn
A Hampton Inn in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, apparently suffered major damage after a tornado and other severe weather barrelled through the region on Monday night. According to Fox Weather, a tornado estimated to be at least EF-3 strength (read: pretty bad) struck the small town about 40 minutes from Tulsa. People...
Frequent Miler
MastercardGiftCard giving 100% off purchase fees when using promo code MOMSDAY2024
In addition to VanillaGift waiving purchases fees on Vanilla Visa gift cards and TheGiftCardShop doing the same for Visa and Mastercard gift cards, MastercardGiftCard.com is now offering a 100% discount on purchase fees of Mastercard gift cards when using promo code MOMSDAY2024. The Deal Get waived purchase fees on $50+...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Regency Sofia
The Hyatt Regency Sofia is a lovely hotel nestled in the center of Sofia, Bulgaria with nice accommodations, great amenities, and a really delicious breakfast. Hyatt Regency Sofia Review Up until recently, I would have called the Hyatt Regency Sofia the best Category 1 World of Hyatt hotel in the...
Points With a Crew
Chase Ink Business Unlimited® vs. Chase Ink Business Cash®
The Chase Ink Unlimited and Chase Ink Cash are two of Chase's no-fee business credit cards. They both come with a great welcome offer and ...
The Bulkhead Seat
American Airlines Will Fly Almost 690,000 Flights This Summer
American Airlines released some interesting stats as it prepares for the busiest summer ever.… The post American Airlines Will Fly Almost 690,000 Flights This Summer appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Miles To Memories
Get Practically Free BJ’s Wholesale Club Membership
BJ’s Membership, Pay $20 and Get $20 Reward with $60 Purchase BJ’s Wholesale Club has launched a promotion for new members, practically offering a free annual membership. You can join now for $20 and receive a $20 reward after spending $60 within the first 30 days. The $20 reward will...
View from the Wing
Firearm Fiasco: Southwest’s Serious Security Slip-Up Spotlighted [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 Firearm Fiasco: Southwest’s Serious Security Slip-Up Spotlighted [Roundup]...
ATX Jetsetter
American Gears Up for Busy Summer Travel Season
American Airlines is gearing up for a busy summer travel season as they anticipate serving as many as 72 million passengers. The post American Gears Up for Busy Summer Travel Season appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Passengers Evacuate Delta Air Jet Via Emergency Slides at SeaTac Airport After Smoke Spotted Coming Out of Nose
Passengers on a Delta Air Lines jet that had just arrived in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport were evacuated from the aircraft via emergency slides after the pilots spotted smoke coming out of the ground electrical power at the nose of the airplane. Monday night’s Delta flight DL604 was operated by a...
One Mile at a Time
American Airlines Accused Of Shocking Anti-Semitism
DansDeals has the story of how American Airlines allegedly removed an unaccompanied minor Orthodox Jewish passenger from a flight, due to the behavior of another Orthodox Jewish passenger who he didn’t even know…
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Phoenix PHX & Austin AUS Announce Plans For New Terminal Space
Air travel is booming and there comes a point where you can’t serve more passengers unless you have more gates to accommodate more planes. The numbers & what will happen…
View from the Wing
Limited Time: Increased Citi Premier Offer Adds 10x On Citi Travel Portal Bookings Through June 2024
Some of you will take full advantage of this new limited time offer. And some of you will pair it with a no annual fee Double Cash card to earn 2x on the spending that this card does not bonus, and move those points into your Premier's ThankYou account. Continue...
Frequent Miler
Ask Us Anything Live: Wed May 7 at 7pm. Our 2024 challenge will be announced!
Update 5/7/24: Just a quick reminder that Ask Us Anything will be on Wednesday night this week. It’ll be at 7pm ET which is a couple of hours earlier than normal. This is one you won’t want to miss as we’ll be sharing details about our next annual challenge, so...
Running with Miles
Review of the Insta360 X4 360 Camera with 8K – The Best Action Camera for All-Around Use (Great for Travel and Adventure)
Here is a look at the amazing Insta360 X4, the best action camera around. Find out what makes it so good and why it is better than the GoPro cameras. The post Review of the Insta360 X4 360 Camera with 8K – The Best Action Camera for All-Around Use (Great for...
Miles To Memories
Four Airline Shopping Portal Bonuses, Earn Up to 6,500 Extra Miles
Before you make your next online purchase, check out these four airline shopping portal promotions that can earn you up to an additional 6,500 miles. The post Four Airline Shopping Portal Bonuses, Earn Up to 6,500 Extra Miles appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Points Miles and Bling
Aeroplan Elite Status Offer is back – The American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card
Air Canada has announced the return of its Aeroplan Elite Status offer for a second consecutive year. This promotion will… The post Aeroplan Elite Status Offer is back – The American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Conrad Washington DC is perfect for an upscale getaway
Conrad Washington DC – Introduction and Booking With a quick weekend trip to Washington DC, this time, I decided to… The post Review: Conrad Washington DC is perfect for an upscale getaway appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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A pleasant ride on United Airlines 757-200 Business Class (2024)
In January 2024, I was scheduled to fly on United Airlines from Ottawa (YOW) to Las Vegas (LAS) via Chicago… The post A pleasant ride on United Airlines 757-200 Business Class (2024) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New Sports channels added to Air Canada Live TV service inflight
Air Canada has expanded its in-flight entertainment offerings by introducing three new Live TV sports channels. The addition comes beautifully… The post New Sports channels added to Air Canada Live TV service inflight appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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PMB Meetup Toronto (YYZ), level up your Hotel Points game
PMB Meetup is coming back to Toronto (YYZ)! The meetup is a unique opportunity for attendees to network and explore… The post PMB Meetup Toronto (YYZ), level up your Hotel Points game appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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In 10 pics: Conrad New York Midtown Review
Conrad New York Midtown – Introduction and Booking After my weekend stay at the Residence Inn Manhattan to watch the… The post In 10 pics: Conrad New York Midtown Review appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Lounge hopping across United Club Lounges in Newark Terminal C
United Club Lounge Newark – Introduction On a recent (Jan 2024) trip to Vegas, I spent some time at Newark… The post Lounge hopping across United Club Lounges in Newark Terminal C appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Memories Aicha Luxury Camp – Desert Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan
Wadi Rum Jordan – Introduction After our time in Amman, we journeyed south to explore the mesmerizing beauty of Wadi… The post Memories Aicha Luxury Camp – Desert Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.