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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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Keukenhof isn’t the tourist trap I thought it was……
I apologize for not posting about Keukenhof sooner. This was actually from my visit back in 2022, but the garden is open right now and welcoming visitors. Of course, I thought it was still appropriate that wrote down my thoughts on the place here  and so that you can start...
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My award alert, flight change, and a risky layover
Last Friday morning, while dripping wet and with shampoo running into my eyes, I was on the phone with ANA attempting to change an award flight. I had previously set up an alert through PointsYeah to let me know when the specific flight I wanted opened up. When I awoke...
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American Express Credit Cards changing: Platinum Travel Card design refreshed
American Express is rolling out a new card design for its credit cards suite, and it has started with the Platinum Travel Credit Card. The post American Express Credit Cards changing: Platinum Travel Card design refreshed appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Passover 5784
Passover 5784 began at sundown tonight, Monday, April 22, 2024 all around the world and lasts for eight days — except in Israel, where the holiday lasts for seven days. The holiday — which is also known in Hebrew as Pesach — is celebrated and observed by Jewish people worldwide on...
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[Live] More easy rewards: Staples fee-free $200 Mastercard gift cards
Update: Just a reminder that this deal is now live. Staples will again be offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee from Sunday, 4/21/24 through Saturday, 4/27/24. Note that the new limit of eight per customer per day is listed, but some may be able to purchase more at...
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Prepare For Confusion: LAX to Renumber Terminals & Gates in Major Overhaul
Los Angeles International Airport is planning to change the numbers of its terminals and also rename its gates. Terminal 3 will be a different terminal than the current terminal 3. They're going to call the planned future terminal 9... terminal 8. The airport isn't confusing enough for...
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How Airlines Are Observing Earth Day in 2024
Commercial airlines and protecting the environment are not usually thought of as two things… The post How Airlines Are Observing Earth Day in 2024 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn 2,000 bonus Asia Miles on Cathay Pacific flights out of Hong Kong (Limited to 2,000 bookings)
Cathay Pacific is offering complimentary carbon offsetting with their Fly Greener program and 2,000 bonus miles when you book a round-trip economy class ticket on any flight through their website with the discount code FLYGREENER This code is valid on departures from Hong Kong to all cities served by Cathay....
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Increased Hilton consumer card offers
There are slightly increased offers available on each of the mx Hilton Consumer credit cards. New public offers for the Amex Hilton Honors credit card, the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass credit card, and the Amex Hilton Aspire credit card add 10,000 points to the previous best offers. That may not...
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The Irony of Europe’s Green Aviation Policies: Fragmented Skies Fuel Higher Emissions
A lot of European concern over the environment is virtue signaling that winds up counterproductive, or just cheap talk. At least France uses nuclear power! Any criticisms of the aviation industry in Europe are unserious though because European aviation is more carbon intensive than U.S. aviation as a...
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We All Live in a Yellow Submarine: A Visit to Liverpool and the Beatles Museum
A trip to Liverpool isn't complete without including a little bit of the Beatles in your visit The post We All Live in a Yellow Submarine: A Visit to Liverpool and the Beatles Museum appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
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[Reminder: Marriott GCs on 4/23] Daily Getaways 2024: Complete preview of all the deals
Update 4/22/24: Reminder that Marriott e-gift cards will be available for 20% off of face value tomorrow (4/23/24) at 1pm Eastern time. If you want to take advantage of the deal, you will surely need to be at the computer and ready to go in advance and refreshing at 1pm...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: To Europe On SkyTeam In Business Class
Welcome to my next trip report, which will detail my recent journey to and within Europe on a combination of SkyTeam carriers plus a boutique airline that proved to be a very pleasant surprise onboard. Europe on SkyTeam Plus An Unexpected Surprise On Bulgarian Air I stumbled on some “saver”...
Eye of the Flyer
Maybe Disneyland Should Get Rid of Its Line-Jumping Lightning Lanes. Here’s Why.
Is it fair to pay for line-cutting privileges? Two California state senators have a beef with a particular program in place at a handful of United States airports and stadiums — and want the service drastically altered or banned altogether. CLEAR is a private security service using biometrics to verify...
Points With a Crew
Kickstarter – Vernte: AI-Embedded OS Smart Headphones
The Vernte Custos headphones have up to 40 hours of battery life, plus an AI-embedded assistant, noise canceling and superior hardware.
Your Mileage May Vary
Other Airlines Charging Peak Pricing For Checked Bag
You may recall that Alaska Airlines raised their checked bag rate back in January. It was probably no surprise that American, jetBlue, United and Delta soon followed in the 2…
Miles To Memories
Amex Business Platinum, Targeted 200K Offer with No Lifetime Language
This offer is showing up when logging into your accounts online and to make it even better it has no lifetime language. The post Amex Business Platinum, Targeted 200K Offer with No Lifetime Language appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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30% transfer bonus from Amex to Virgin Atlantic
American Express Membership Rewards is out with a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club starting today and valid through 5/31/24. This can be a great deal if you find availability for a good redemption. The Deal American Express Membership Rewards is offering a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin...
{Tech} for Travel
Enhanced Travel Safety with Rolling Square AirCard Pro now with Android Support
Hot on the heels of the Android Find My Device announcement, the Rolling Square AirCard Pro has been announced along with a new tracker called AirThingy Pro! The post Enhanced Travel Safety with Rolling Square AirCard Pro now with Android Support appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines is Hiking Employee Wages By 5% and Offering $19 Minimum Wage
Delta Air Lines told its employees on Monday that they would soon enjoy a 5% pay rise, and the lowest-paid workers will receive a minimum wage of $19 per hour in a $500 million annual investment that will take effect on June 1. This is the third year in a...
One Mile at a Time
Odd: Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes Moves To Airbus
A new CEO has just been appointed to lead Airbus Americas, and it’s… a puzzling choice?
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta Air Lines Bumps Its Minimum Wage to $19 and Gives Employees 5% Raises
Delta Air Lines announced today that it is making some positive changes to the… The post Delta Air Lines Bumps Its Minimum Wage to $19 and Gives Employees 5% Raises appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Get 30% Bonus for Transferring Amex Membership Rewards to Virgin Points
From now until 5/31/2024, you will be able to redeem Membership Rewards Points by transferring them to Virgin Atlantic’s Flying Club at a rate of 1:1.3. The post Get 30% Bonus for Transferring Amex Membership Rewards to Virgin Points appeared first on Miles to Memories.
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‘Crazy Plane Lady’ Tiffany Gomas Stirs Controversy With Unpaid Bikini Shoot For Conservative Beer Brand [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 ‘Crazy Plane Lady’ Tiffany Gomas Stirs Controversy With Unpaid Bikini Shoot For Conservative Beer Brand [Roundup]...
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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.
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NEXUS application fee is about to increase by 140%
NEXUS membership has been one of my best investments in travel. It has saved me hundreds of hours in wait… The post NEXUS application fee is about to increase by 140% appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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What did you book? – Waldorf Astoria in Europe, St Regis Maldives and Al Maha
In this March’s instalment of What Did You Book, Sash and Mohammad talk about what they have been up to… The post What did you book? – Waldorf Astoria in Europe, St Regis Maldives and Al Maha appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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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.