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Best Thailand 5G eSIM for Tourists – dtac Happy Tourist eSIM (USD 9.90 for 50 GB)
Looking for the best eSIM for tourists on your next visit to Thailand? The dtac Happy Tourist eSIM allows you to stay connected the moment you land at just USD 9.90 (or USD 6.90 if you are new to Airalo) and it will also unlock free workout classes if you...
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Currency Conversion Conundrum: An Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Oversight that Resulted in 18% Fewer Points
Accor's use of an incorrect currency rate led to an 18% reduction in the points awarded after my stay, highlighting the need for careful monitoring of point accruals.
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Hotel Review: JW Marriott Auckland (Deluxe Room) – Reflagged Property on Queen Street with Potential
The JW Marriott Auckland is still refurbishing its guest rooms and suites (with an expected completion date in November 2024). I stayed in a Deluxe Room (non-refurbished) and have found the experience to be lacking of a typical JW Marriott property.
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Get S$10 eCapitaVoucher with S$200 Mobile Contactless Spend on American Express Cards – Limited Redemptions
Get a S$5 eCapitaVoucher with S$200 mobile contactless spend on your American Express cards - limited to 1,000 redemptions only.
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Frequent Miler
International business class award hidden gems
The best use of airline miles, in my opinion, is for international business or first-class awards. These flights typically offer lie-flat seats, direct aisle access, premium food and drinks, airport lounge access, and much better service than in economy. Sometimes, though, those awards can be very hard to find at...
One Mile at a Time
Emirates Premium Connections Service Dubai: My Experience
For the return portion of our trip to Zimbabwe, we flew Emirates’ A380 first class from Johannesburg to Dubai to Houston. Emirates has a pretty consistent first class product, so I’ll only be reviewing the second segment, which was operated by an A380 with new interiors.
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Protesters Blocking Access Roads to Airports: What Should Be Done About Them?
Activists who sympathize with the people who identify as Palestinians blocked the access road of O’Hare International Airport in Chicago on Interstate 190 earlier today, Monday, April 15, 2024 to let themselves be known and heard with regard to their cause. The main problem is that protests do not belong on access...
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[Back] Costco offering 10% off Southwest gift cards again
Costco used to have $500 Southwest gift cards perpetually on sale for $449.99. Nowadays that deal comes and goes, but it’s currently back in stock online and possibly in-store too. Note that we occasionally see Costco offer these for $429.99. but not often. The Deal Buy $500 Southwest gift cards...
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Contact AMEX if Alaska Airlines Seat Assignment / Upgrade Purchases Do Not Trigger Airline Fee Reimbursement Credit
Good afternoon everyone, I hope your week is going well.  Recently, I noticed that my Alaska Airlines seat assignment purchases on my American Express Business Platinum Card were not triggering the $200 Airline Fee Reimbursement Credit.  I paid for 4 premium economy seat assignments on Alaska Airlines in January and...
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Discovering Orlando’s Only Fifth Freedom Flight
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is our primary airport, and despite its flaws, we appreciate having access to a major airport close to home. Given Orlando’s popularity as a travel destination,…
View from the Wing
$25 Million Mistake? Virgin Atlantic Flight Cancelled In New York When Catering Truck Hits Plane’s Engine
Virgin Atlantic flight 26 from New York JFK to London Heathrow was cancelled on Monday after a Gate Gourmet catering company SUV ran into the engine of the Airbus A350. Continue reading $25 Million Mistake? Virgin Atlantic Flight Cancelled In New York When Catering Truck Hits Plane’s Engine...
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50% transfer bonus from Citi to Accor Live Limitless (ALL)
Citi Thank You Rewards is offering a 50% transfer bonus when you transfer points to hotel program Accor Live Limitless (otherwise known as ALL). This could actually be a very good deal given that you’ll get about 1.6c per point with this transfer bonus. The Deal Citi Thank You Rewards...
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Jim’s South St, West Philly Porch Fest & Rodin Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
I’m really excited to interview Fayge Horesh of D Listers of History about Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Fayge’s tips for the best things to do in Philadelphia  PA, are awesome because she grew up in this area, and she loves the grittiness, diversity and culture of the city. Please take a moment...
One Mile at a Time
Clearing Immigration At US Airports: How It Works
If you’re an American and are a frequent international traveler, or if you’ve visited the United States many times before, then by all means skip this post. However, there are also plenty of people who haven’t been to the United States or who aren’t familiar with United States immigration procedures,...
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ADELAIDE AIRPORT: Introduces Valet parking
For the first time, Valet Parking is available for travellers flying out of Adelaide Airport. Qantas customers used to be able to use a valet service provided by the airline up until 2020, when the pandemic put paid to that. “Our new valet at Adelaide Airport will offer a convenient...
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Spirit Airlines Employee Swears at Passenger In TSA Security Line
A Spirit Airlines employee was filmed last week at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport getting into it with a passenger, accosting her and dropping an F-bomb. The woman probably deserved it? The check-in agent followed the woman to security. And as the woman advanced in line at the...
Points With a Crew
The cheapest and best way from Toronto Airport (YYZ) to Downtown Toronto
Looking for the cheapest, fastest or best way to get from Toronto Airport to Downtown Toronto? Learn how to get from YYZ to Toronto by ...
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United Flight Attendant Serenaded PAX By Playing His…Bagpipes?
Over the years, I’ve shared my – hatred? Hatred’s a strong word – intense dislike for Southwest’s Live at 35 program. Introduced in 2011, Live at 35 is when Southwest…
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Earn 4x points for stays at new and renovated Accor Hotels Worldwide
The latest set of Accor’s 4x ALL Rewards points offers for stays at their new and renovated hotels became available today. There are over 75 locations to choose from in Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and South America. The 4x points offer: Earn 4x ALL Rewards Points for stays at over...
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Anti-Israel Protestors Block Access To Chicago O’Hare Airport
Anti-Israel (yes, anti-Israel, not just pro-Palestinian) protestors blocked access to Chicago O’Hare Airport earlier today, forcing travelers to abandon their automobiles and walk on foot to access the terminals. Passengers Forced To Travel To Chicago O’Hare Airport On Foot After Roads Blocked By Anti-Israeli Protestors These cowards praise Iran’s attack...
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My Dilemma: Buy 97K Choice Hotels Points from Daily Getaways for $505 or Transfer 49K Citi ThankYou Points to Choice?
Good afternoon everyone, I hope you had a great weekend.  Laura and I are planning our Summer vacation to a few Scandinavian / Nordic countries and I have identified 2 Ascend Hotel Collection properties (part of Choice Hotels) that are bookable for 20,000 Choice Hotels Points per night.  We would...
One Mile at a Time
Hawaiian Airlines Boeing 787 Starts Flying: What To Expect
Hawaiian Airlines is one of the new Boeing 787 customers that I’m most intrigued by. It’s an exciting day for the airline, as Hawaiian will operate its first commercial flight with the jet today, just a couple of months after taking delivery of the first one. Let’s cover all the...
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The Android Alternative to AirTags You’ve Been Waiting For
In April 2021, Apple introduced the AirTag, a revolutionary device designed to enable people to keep track of their belongings in a private and secure manner. Interestingly, the launch of…
Frequent Miler
Etihad A380 first class apartment awards available New York to Abu Dhabi
One Mile at a Time has flagged widespread availability of Etihad first class awards bookable via American Airlines within 30 days of departure. While that’s been a predictable pattern for Etihad awards for quite some time now, notable here is that Etihad is now putting its A380 with first class...
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Delta Diamond Passenger Uses Trick to Fly Business Class, Leave The Kids In Back – And Avoid Extra Fees
A Delta Diamond medallion booked his family on an international trip in premium economy. They were going to fly Delta’s Airbus A350 – but when the airline changed the aircraft they were planning to use to one of their ex-LATAM planes without that cabin the whole family was downgraded to...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Strawberry Hotels Summer Pass: Purchase 5 nights for €495 or 10 nights for €890
Strawberry Hotels is once again offering a Summer Pass for stays at their hotels across Scandinavia and the Baltics. This year they have two versions of the Summer Pass available – one for 5 nights and one for 10 nights. These passes are good for stays between June 20 and...
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United Airlines Evacuates Flight Attendants and Pilots Who Were in Tel Aviv When Iran Launched Missile Attack On Israel
The union which represents flight attendants at United Airlines has confirmed that all crew members who were in Tel Aviv and Amman when Iran launched a massive coordinated drone and missile attack on Israel have been safely evacuated out of the “area of conflict”. In a statement, the Association of...
{Tech} for Travel
Moonbird Review: Combat Anxiety in the Air with the Revolutionary Moonbird
Moonbird Review: An unobtrusive, easy to use device that will work wonders for people with a mild to moderate fear of flying. The post Moonbird Review: Combat Anxiety in the Air with the Revolutionary Moonbird appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
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Lounge Review: TGM Singapore Changi Airport (Terminal 2) – Semi-Buffet instead of Regular Lounge Access
TGM at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2 now offers a semi-buffet experience for travellers with the right lounge memberships - you can use your Priority Pass entitlements here!
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IHG One Rewards Global Promotion: 2,000 Bonus Points Every Two Nights (1 April – 31 May 2024)
Earn 2,000 bonus points in the IHG One Rewards loyalty program with every two nights that you consume between 01 April 2024 and 31 May 2024 - registration required.
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20% Off + Free Breakfast (Min. 3 Nights) at IHG Hotels & Resorts – Book by 18 April, Stay by 31 December 2024
Enjoy up to 20% savings and complimentary breakfast for eligible stays across participating properties in Southeast Asia, South Korea, Australasia, South Pacific, Japan, Guam, Saipan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan - book by 18 April 2024, stay by 31 December 2024.
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GHA DISCOVERY Adds Breakfast Benefit for Titanium Members – More Brands to Participate in 2024
Titanium members in the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty program will receive complimentary breakfast on eligible stays from 05 April 2024 at participating brands.
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Hotel Review: The Ambassador Seoul – A Pullman Hotel (Deluxe Room) – Good Value Luxury Hotel Near Dongdaemun
The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel is located in Jung-gu in Seoul and it is within walking distance of popular attractions like Myeong-dong, Dongdaemun, and the N Seoul Tower, offering good value to travellers looking for a luxury hotel that does not break the bank.
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UOB Lady’s Cards Now Earning 4 Miles per Dollar with Lower Monthly Cap – Effective 01 April 2024
UOB Lady’s Cards will only earn up to 4 miles per dollar from 01 April 2024 - maximum cap on UOB Lady's Solitaire Card (including metal version) will also be reduced from S$3,000 to S$2,000.
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Hyatt Regency West Hanoi to be Reflagged to Sheraton Hanoi West
The Hyatt Regency West Hanoi will soon become Marriott International’s third property in the city once it has been reflagged to Sheraton Hanoi West.
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Choosing World of Hyatt Milestone Rewards in 2024 at 20 Nights
Choosing your first Milestone Reward with World of Hyatt at 20 nights - which to pick and what to take note of?