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Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 3
Loyalty Program Strategy – Introduction In part two, we did a comparison between fixed points and flexible points. Highlighting their… The post Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 3 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 2
Loyalty Program Strategy – Introduction To recap, in part one of crafting your Loyalty Program Strategy, we discussed the following… The post Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 2 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Aiana Chef’s Tasting Menu – a PMB team celebration in Ottawa!
Aiana Chef’s Tasting Menu – The Occasion To celebrate our first anniversary as a team, the Points Miles and Bling… The post Aiana Chef’s Tasting Menu – a PMB team celebration in Ottawa! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Residence Inn New York Manhattan Times Square
Residence Inn New York Manhattan – Location and Booking Last November, I finally checked off a bucket list: attending the… The post Review: Residence Inn New York Manhattan Times Square appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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One Mile at a Time
Hilton Business Card Changes: Higher Fee, Different Benefits
American Express and Hilton Honors have a suite of co-branded credit cards.
Frequent Miler
Huge changes to Amex Hilton Honors Business Card (No more free night, higher annual fee, and more)
Overnight, American Express has made massive changes to the Hilton Honors Business Card. The short story is that the annual fee has increased, the free night award benefit is ending on June 30, 2024, and bonus categories are being eliminated in favor of better return on all purchases for the...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Will Install Larger Overhead Bins On Embraer E175 Fleet
United Airlines will install larger overhead bins across its SkyWest-operated Embraer E175 fleet. Larger Overhead Bins Coming To United Airlines Embraer E175 Fleet Operated by SkyWest These new bins will be available on 50 aircraft with a 76-seat configuration by the end of 2024. By the end of 2026, United...
Monkey Miles
Comprehensive guide to Chase application rules
We break down the Chase application rules for their credit cards so you can best take advantage of attractive deals when they're offered. The post Comprehensive guide to Chase application rules appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Points of Life
Fiji Airways: Nadi to Samoa in Coach
The business class party on Fiji Airways is over. It started in Vancouver and went to and from Tonga. The post Fiji Airways: Nadi to Samoa in Coach appeared first on The Points Of Life.
One Mile at a Time
When Should You Redeem Points For Hotel Stays?
Earlier I wrote about how to decide whether to pay cash or redeem miles for flights, and in this post I wanted to take a look at how to decide whether to pay cash or redeem points for hotel stays.
One Mile at a Time
When To Use Miles Vs. Pay Cash For Flights
Some people view miles as being ”free,” and think that if they can redeem miles for a ticket, they should always do so. I don’t want to say that’s necessarily a bad approach (at the end of the day, everyone should use miles in a way that works for them),...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Emirates Forced to Deny Reports Reports of Near-Miss Mid-Air Collision Over Africa as it Gets Caught Up in Regional Political Dispute
Emirates has been forced to deny reports that one of its Boeing 777-300 aircraft with a capacity of 360 passengers was involved in a potentially catastrophic near-miss accident high above the skies of Africa on Sunday evening. The alleged incident came to light from an account on the social media...
The Bulkhead Seat
Avelo Airlines Will Fly to a Florida Airport That Has Not Had Commercial Service for Over a Decade
Avelo Airlines is a low-cost carrier that launched in 2021. The airline operates a… The post Avelo Airlines Will Fly to a Florida Airport That Has Not Had Commercial Service for Over a Decade appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
View from the Wing
Congress Is On The Verge Of Exempting Itself From Airport TSA Checkpoints
At the beginning of February, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced legislation that would exempt many Members of Congress, Cabinet Secretaries, and federal judges from airport security checkpoints. They would, instead, receive dedicated airport escorts and private security screening. It's now closer to passing. Continue reading Congress Is On The...
The Bulkhead Seat
Conservatives are Fuming Over Hilton Ad Showing People Saying “Slay”
I don’t stay at Hilton too often other than several recent stays at Resorts… The post Conservatives are Fuming Over Hilton Ad Showing People Saying “Slay” appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Norse Atlantic Airways to start a London-Las Vegas Route
For those who wish to see bright lights, gambling machines and of course, hotels with massive fees attached – there’s good news as Norse Atlantic Airways will be launching a route between London Gatwick and Las Vegas. Norse Atlantic Airways Boeing 787-9 – Image, Norse Atlantic Airways The new route will...
The Bulkhead Seat
Caesars Rewards Diamond Status is Back. I’m No Longer Cancelling My FoundersCard Membership
Hail, Caesar! Last month, I wrote about how FoundersCard and Caesars Rewards were parting… The post Caesars Rewards Diamond Status is Back. I’m No Longer Cancelling My FoundersCard Membership appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Floaters
I Work on a Cruise Ship: Ship Booked Excursions vs Adventuring on Your Own
Let’s face it, the ports of call visited during a cruise are about the main reason people choose this kind of vacation. And fairly so, I mean, not many other options allow you to see so many places in such a time-effective manner, and all without having to pack and...
Eye of the Flyer
Fun While It Lasted: Three Credit Cards Drop Their Priority Pass Restaurant Benefits
I think it was Benjamin Franklin who said “…in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes. And travel and credit card program devaluations.” Did I get that? Anyways, we knew this was bound to happen at some point. Three travel reward credit cards’ Priority Pass benefit will no...
Miles For Family
Sometimes Paying Off Credit Card Bills In Full Each Month Is Actually a Bad Financial Decision
Now that’s a controversial take for you! As is the case with all families, it’s a matter of when and not if an unexpected emergency bill eventually comes our way. Unfortunately, we’ve had quite a few of those in the last six months. Both of our cars broke down and...
Live and Let’s Fly
The Lovely City Of Sofia, Bulgaria
I spent two nights in Sofia, Bulgaria on my recent trip and loved the city…it’s a treasure in Eastern Europe. Sofia, Bulgaria – A City I Would Return To 12 years ago on a trip to Bucharest, I took the train to Ruse, Bulgaria and spent an afternoon there…just so...
One Mile at a Time
Starlux Airlines Launching Seattle Flights In August 2024
Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines is launching service to its third destination in the United States. While the schedule was loaded for this a few weeks back, the flight is now on sale, and there’s even award availability, so act fast.
One Mile at a Time
Do Hotel Points Expire? What You Need To Know
For those of us into collecting points, one thing to always be on the lookout for is points expiration policies. Most programs won’t expire your points as long as you have consistent activity, though policies do vary.
One Mile at a Time
Do Airline Miles Expire? What You Need To Know
For those of us into collecting miles & points, one thing to always be on the lookout for is mileage expiration policies. Programs have different policies when it comes to whether miles expire, and if so, what activity will prevent your miles from expiring.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Lufthansa Has Reportedly Struck Deal With Ground Workers, Averting The Threat of Further Strike Action
German flag carrier Lufthansa has reportedly struck a new wage deal with the Verdi United Services Union, which represents tens of thousands of the airline’s ground workers across Germany. The two sides have been taking part in make-or-break negotiations all week with the help of an independent arbitrator as part...
The Bulkhead Seat
Chase Sapphire Reserve and Other Premium Credit Cards are Losing Access to Priority Pass Restaurants
Access to Priority Pass lounges is a benefit of many premium travel credit cards.… The post Chase Sapphire Reserve and Other Premium Credit Cards are Losing Access to Priority Pass Restaurants appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Miler
Regional first class starting at 12,500 points (Sweet Spot Spotlight)
I wrote the majority of this post aboard an American Airlines flight from Detroit to Charlotte. I booked the flight for only 12,500 points per person for first class. Economy would have cost only 6,000 points per person. The trick is to use Qatar Avios to book tickets like these....
TravelUpdate
The oldest Marriott Hotel in the world
Fun Fact: The oldest Marriott Hotel building in the world is in the village of Morley just outside Derby about 2 hours north of London.   The history: It is Breadsall Priory hotel and country club. The original building was constructed around 1266 and it was originally dedicated to the...
Points Miles and Bling
Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 1
Loyalty Program Strategy – Introduction You’ve just discovered the world of points and miles, and you’re eager to get started!… The post Loyalty Program Strategy for Beginners – Part 1 appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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First Class Family Trip to Japan
Our family’s annual March getaway is just around the corner, and we are so excited to spend a couple of… The post First Class Family Trip to Japan appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Bucket List: Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade NYC, on points
One of the perks of being in the miles and points game is being able to tick things off your… The post Bucket List: Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade NYC, on points appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Review: Capital One Lounge Dulles International, Washington D.C. (2023)
Capital One launched their first flagship lounge at Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) back in 2021, shortly following the launch of… The post Review: Capital One Lounge Dulles International, Washington D.C. (2023) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Comprehensive upgrade to the Air Canada menu is here
Air Canada has announced a significant upgrade to its in-flight menu offerings across all cabins, introducing over 100 new rotating… The post Comprehensive upgrade to the Air Canada menu is here appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Pointshogger
[REVIEW] Neo Financial Cathay World Elite Mastercard
Neo Financial took over the co-branded partnership with Cathay Pacific from RBC. RBC discontinued its partnership with Cathay Pacific in 2023. Today, I will do a comparison review of the new card with Neo Financial. Highlights Here are the highlights... The post [REVIEW] Neo Financial Cathay World Elite Mastercard appeared first...
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New offers on American Express Aeroplan Reserve cards
Amex Canada has rolled out updated offers for the American Express Aeroplan Reserve cards, both personal and business. With these… The post New offers on American Express Aeroplan Reserve cards appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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New and improved offers on TD Aeroplan Cards
TD Canada has announced new and improved offers on both TD Aeroplan co-branded cards. The limited-time offer, available until June… The post New and improved offers on TD Aeroplan Cards appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.