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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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Frequent Miler
Last call for Q1 quarterly Hilton card credits
In light of yesterday’s changes to the Hilton Honors Business Credit Card, we wanted to publish a quick reminder to use any quarterly credits such as those on a couple of the Hilton credit cards before March 31st for the first quarter of 2024. Reminder: Hilton cards feature quarterly credits...
Live and Let’s Fly
American Airlines Makes It Easier To Bring Dogs Onboard
American Airlines is making it easier for passengers to bring their dogs or cats onboard through an important change to its carry-on policy. Will this reduce the number of people gaming the system with fake service dogs? With Carry-On Bag Changes, American Airlines Makes It Easier To Travel With Your...
One Mile at a Time
Review: SWISS First Class Boeing 777 (MIA-ZRH)
For the first segment of my trip to Zimbabwe, I flew SWISS’ Boeing 777-300ER first class on the 8hr20min overnight flight from Miami (MIA) to Zurich (ZRH). This was my first time in many years flying SWISS first class, and I was looking forward to seeing how the experience was...
Frequent Floaters
Travel Agent Sails Away on Carnival Cruise Ship While 50 Clients Left at Dock in Miami!
This week I just had a back and forth with a reader, who has never been on a cruise, and was asking about if they should or should not use a travel agent. I said, as an NCL Frequent Floater, I tend to book with the Casinos at Sea department...
View from the Wing
Non-Hotel Guests Are Paying To Use Marriott Steam Rooms. They Go In, Shave And Leave [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 Non-Hotel Guests Are Paying To Use Marriott Steam Rooms. They Go In, Shave And Leave [Roundup]...
The Bulkhead Seat
Check In: Q1 Elite Status Pacing
Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select… The post Check In: Q1 Elite Status Pacing appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Hotel Guest Sues Marriott After Stranger Sexually Assaults Him In His Room
After an a cancelled American Airlines flight left him stuck at the Charlotte Marriott… The post Hotel Guest Sues Marriott After Stranger Sexually Assaults Him In His Room appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Still in Business? My Retention Call (Er, Chat) for One of My Favorite Cards
The very high annual fee showed up on one of my travel rewards credit cards. So, you know what that means: time to place a retention call! The post Still in Business? My Retention Call (Er, Chat) for One of My Favorite Cards appeared first on Eye of the Flyer.
Frequent Miler
Best ways to get to cities in the US and Canada using miles
If you want to travel within the US and Canada using airline miles, your first thought might be to use miles from one of the major North American airlines. In some cases, that will indeed be your best bet. However, there are numerous opportunities to leverage foreign airline frequent flyer...
Live and Let’s Fly
United Airlines Makes Wheelchair Travel Easier
United Airlines has launched a new digital tool on its app and website that makes it easier for passengers who use a wheelchair to identify flights that can best accommodate the specific dimensions of their mobility device. United Airlines Makes Wheelchair Travel Easier And More Humane More than 200,000 wheelchairs...
One Mile at a Time
Avoiding Boeing Aircraft Is Entirely Irrational
Boeing has been under increased scrutiny in recent weeks, and for good reason. The company’s reputation is at an all-time low, after we’ve repeatedly learned how the aircraft manufacturer has prioritized short term profits over safety.
Monkey Miles
Chase Sapphire Reserve®, Ritz, JP Reserve to lose “restaurant” Priority Pass access
Chase Sapphire Reserve®, Ritz, JP Reserve to lose "restaurant" Priority Pass access The post Chase Sapphire Reserve®, Ritz, JP Reserve to lose “restaurant” Priority Pass access appeared first on Monkey Miles.
One Mile at a Time
Finally: Miami Airport Skytrain Resumes Service
Traveling through Miami International Airport (MIA) Concourse D will be getting easier as of today. After being down for maintenance for roughly six months, the Skytrain that links the different parts of the terminal is finally reopening.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
More Tha 600 Border Force Officers Will Go On Strike at Heathrow Airport For Four Days From April 11
More than 600 Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport are expected to take part in four days of highly disruptive strike action, which is set to take place between the 11th and 14th of April, just as tens of thousands of families are returning from their Easter breaks. The strike...
One Mile at a Time
United Business Card 100K Bonus Miles Offer (Last Call)
In late January, we saw a huge new limited time welcome offer rolled out on the United Business Card. This is among the best offers we’ve seen on the card, and best of all, the card has a reasonable annual fee and strong perks.
One Mile at a Time
Buy Marriott Bonvoy Points With 40% Bonus (0.89 Cents Per Point)
Several weeks ago, Marriott Bonvoy launched its current promotion on purchased points, which is the first offer we’ve seen from the program in 2024. I wanted to post a reminder of this offer, as it will be ending shortly, so this is your last chance. This has the potential to...
Michael W Travels
Win A Trip For 4 To A US National Park!
Nature’s Own is running the Family Summer Adventure Sweepstakes. In the sweepstakes one lucky winner will win a grand prize trip for four to a US National Park of their choice! The prize includes airfare, a five night hotel stay, $1,500 in spending money and more. If I were to...
2PAXfly
SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Swaps Boeing 737 for Airbus A350 to Cairns
Upgrade your seat to Business Class if you are booked on this Cairns to Singapore route from 31 March. Singapore Airlines currently uses a 737 MAX-8 aircraft on the route five times a week, but it is swapping it out for an Airbus A350, but reducing frequency to only four...
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VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Ditching Boeing 737 MAX-10 for smaller MAX-8 models?
The AFR is reporting that Virgin Australia is looking to exercise some of its options to swap orders for the larger Boeing 737 MAX-10 planes for the smaller MAX-8 models. Virgin Australia has ordered 25 of the new 737 MAX 10 aircraft. Virgin has confirmed that the delivery of the...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Ban of Single Use Plastic Toiletries at Hotels Now In Effect in South Korea
The photograph of miniature plastic toiletry containers which is featured at the top of this article was taken at what was once the Grand Hilton Seoul hotel property ten years ago — and a ban of single use plastic toiletries at hotels is now in effect in South Korea as...
Frequent Miler
Buy Avianca LifeMiles from 1.22c per mile [Targeted]
One Mile at a Time reports on what could be a terrific offer for those targeted: some Avianca LifeMiles members can buy miles with up to a 170% bonus, which brings the cost down to just 1.22c per mile. That can make for a standout deal, particularly for international premium...
View from the Wing
Marriott Nightmare: After Cancelled American Airlines Flight, Bonvoy Titanium Woke Up To $160 Million Lawsuit
An American Airlines passenger was stuck overnight in Charlotte, and booked a room at the Charlotte Marriott City Center since he was a Bonvoy Titanium member. He went to bed. It turns out that the self-closing door wasn’t working quite right, and didn’t close all the way. It wasn’t locked. Continue reading...
Eye of the Flyer
TONIGHT(?): Southwest U.S. Could See Stunning Views of a Rocket Launch!
If you’re in the southwest United States this evening, keep your eyes peeled for what could be an absolutely amazing sight. I’m especially excited for folks traveling through this part of this country. SpaceX is scheduled to launch a rocket at 7:30 PM Pacific Daylight Time from Vandenberg Space Force...
Your Mileage May Vary
ResortPass: How to Access 5-Star Resort Amenities Without Staying at the Hotel
It’s probably happened to you or someone you know. You’ve disembarked from your cruise at 8am, or checked out of your hotel at 11am, but your flight isn’t until 10pm.…
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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.