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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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Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Heathrow Airport Facing Threat of Major Disruption Over May Bank Holiday as Yet More Workers Announce Plans to Go On Strike in Protest at £40 Million Cost Cutting Plan
Around 800 workers at Heathrow Airport are threatening to cause disruption at Britain’s busiest airport with a seven-day strike planned to coincide with the May Day bank holiday getaway next month. The walkout will involve employees belonging to three crucial departments that keep the operation going – Passenger Services, baggage...
Traveling For Miles
Deal: Save up to 20% on Hyatt stays in the Asia Pacific region
As well as releasing at least 18 targeted offers (which we discussed earlier), Hyatt has also launched a new sale for stays in the 'Asia Pacific' region which covers properties in 224 locations across 20 countries. The post Deal: Save up to 20% on Hyatt stays in the Asia Pacific region...
Monkey Miles
Transfer Amex to Virgin Atlantic with a 30% Transfer Bonus
American Express is offering a 30% bonus when transferring points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. We show you a few of the best ways to use them. The post Transfer Amex to Virgin Atlantic with a 30% Transfer Bonus appeared first on Monkey Miles.
The Bulkhead Seat
Save Up to 20% on Asia-Pacific Hyatt Stays This Summer
World of Hyatt has a new promo that offers savings of up to 20%… The post Save Up to 20% on Asia-Pacific Hyatt Stays This Summer appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
One Mile at a Time
Best Ways To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points
If you want to maximize your credit card rewards, I always recommend earning transferable points currencies for your spending whenever possible. In this post I wanted to take a detailed look at how to redeem Amex Membership Rewards points, given how many people earn this currency for their credit card spending.
View from the Wing
Here’s The Real Reason People Are Buying $200 Million In Gold From Costco Every Month
Costco has sold gold bars since the fall. They get more than the spot price of gold, but it’s still a good deal compared to most places you’ll purchase it. It’s one of the more unusual things that Costco sells, perhaps, and it’s gotten a lot of attention this month because...
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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.
Travel Codex
Review: Fairmont Maldives Grounds, Amenities and Dining
Welcome back! In the first part of this review, I covered the logistics of staying at a private island resort in the Maldives and reviewed the Fairmont Maldives overwater villa. In this post, I will talk about the resort grounds, amenities, and dining options. I will even touch on the...
One Mile at a Time
Lufthansa City Airlines: Yet Another Cost-Saving Subsidiary
In October 2023, Lufthansa announced plans to launch yet another subsidiary, with the sole purpose of finding a loophole to pay employees less. More details about this new carrier have just been revealed, and tickets for these flights will be going on sale shortly.
Frequent Miler
Save up to 20% on Hyatt stays in Asia-Pacific this summer
World of Hyatt has launched a new sale giving up to 20% off stays at more than 200 properties in Asia Pacific this summer. Be aware though that this isn’t an award sale – it’s only valid on paid stays and the discount won’t always be as high as 20%....
God Save The Points
Palm Springs Travel Guide: 48 Hours In Desert Paradise With Tips
Don’t let the influencers of Coachella ruin the real vibe here. Palm Springs is half of what you heard, and double how fun you think it... The post Palm Springs Travel Guide: 48 Hours In Desert Paradise With Tips appeared first on God Save The Points.
God Save The Points
Woke Travel: Plan To Ban CLEAR At Airports So Everyone Suffers Equally
Airport security is rarely anyone’s preferred cup of tea and though many would likely lament the U.S. experience, it’s actually pretty great compared to experiences in... The post Woke Travel: Plan To Ban CLEAR At Airports So Everyone Suffers Equally appeared first on God Save The Points.
One Mile at a Time
Amex EveryDay Credit Card Review: No Annual Fee, Solid Rewards
Ironically enough, many of the most rewarding credit cards out there have no annual fee. In this post I wanted to take a look at the Amex EveryDay Credit Card, which is an excellent card if you’re looking to earn Amex Membership Rewards points. For that matter, I’d consider this to...
Live from a Lounge
Indian regulator mandates kids to be seated with parents on flights
The DGCA wants airlines to allocate seats free of cost for kids when seating them next to their parents on board flights. The post Indian regulator mandates kids to be seated with parents on flights appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
The Points of Life
Baghdad, Iraq Day 2: Welcome to the Jungle
Welcome to the Jungle is the appropriate name for my second day in Baghdad, Iraq following Baghdad, Iraq Day 1: Over Stimulation. The post Baghdad, Iraq Day 2: Welcome to the Jungle appeared first on The Points Of Life.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Free Entry Into National Parks 2024 in the United States for Certain Days
The United States has some of the most scenic topography in the world. To preserve the diversification of natural settings around the vastness of this country, a system of national parks was created in 1916 currently known as the National Park Service, which is a bureau of the United States...
Traveling For Miles
Have you been targeted for one of Hyatt’s new promotions? (check these links)
Hyatt has brought back a series of targeted deals that we last saw published at the beginning of 2023. There seem to be slightly fewer targeted deals in this iteration of the promotion (18 deals in 2024 v 23 deals in 2023) and it looks like the target audience may...
Running with Miles
New Southwest Sale from $49 – Good for Travel from May – November!
This new Southwest sale has you covered for travel in the spring, summer and fall for 2024! And, tickets start at just $49 one way so check it out. The post New Southwest Sale from $49 – Good for Travel from May – November! appeared first on Running with Miles.
TravelUpdate
100,000 Ultimate Rewards points bonus still available!
This 100,000 bonus points offer with Chase Ultimate Rewards has hung around for much longer than expected, but it can be pulled at any time.
One Mile at a Time
Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Opening December 2024
In late 2023, plans were announced for an exciting new Hyatt ski destination in the United States. There’s now a major update, as the hotel has started accepting reservations, and will open later this year.
View from the Wing
Southwest’s New Cash and Points Scheme: A Bad Deal for Travelers? [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 Southwest’s New Cash and Points Scheme: A Bad Deal for Travelers? [Roundup]...
The Bulkhead Seat
Chase Raises Its Global Entry Reimbursement Benefit to $120
Earlier this month, I wrote about how Global Entry was increasing its cost from… The post Chase Raises Its Global Entry Reimbursement Benefit to $120 appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Economy Class & Beyond
Korea Air and Westjet deepen codeshare ties
Korean Air and Westjet of Canada are deepening their codeshare relationship, to provide more transpacific destinations to its customers. Korean Air will begin selling flights on WestJet’s new route between Seoul Incheon and Calgary, which will launch on 17th May 2024. Flights on the newly launched Seoul Incheon – Calgary...
One Mile at a Time
Southwest Rapid Rewards Adds Cash + Points, But It’s A Bad Deal
Southwest Rapid Rewards has just introduced a new option for redeeming points, but don’t get too excited.
Points Miles and Bling
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.
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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.