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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?
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Get Latest Apple iPad, Dyson Airwrap or S$350 Vouchers with UOB Cards – First 200 New Customers (22-31 March 2024)
Be amongst the first 200 successful new applicants to apply for any UOB Cards listed in this article from 12:00 PM 22 March 2024 to 11:59 PM 31 March 2024 to receive the latest Apple iPad (10th Gen), Dyson Airwrap, or S$350 worth of vouchers.
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Triple DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) for Pan Pacific DISCOVERY Members – Book by 30 April 2024, Stay by 30 June 2024
From now through 30 April 2024, register and book directly with Pan Pacific Hotels Group to earn triple DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) on all stays consumed by 30 June 2024 - that is up to 21% cashback on your total spend!
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One Mile at a Time
airBaltic Installing Free Wi-Fi (SpaceX Starlink)
In early 2023, Latvia’s airBaltic announced plans to introduce free, high speed Wi-Fi throughout its fleet. We haven’t heard much more about this in the past year, so I wanted to provide an update, as there’s both good and bad news.
TravelUpdate
Promotion: Hotels in Edmonton for Stays in 2024
Hotels in Edmonton are having an ongoing promotion, for stays through the end of 2024 that can be very lucrative if you find yourself needing to travel to Edmonton.
Frequent Miler
Google Pay working for some, but not others, for US Bank Altitude Reserve 3x mobile payments
Over the past couple of months, a number of readers have commented on the fact that Google Pay has not been coding properly as mobile payments to trigger the 3x bonus category on the US Bank Altitude Reserve card. Then, Miles Earn and Burn reported the same a couple of...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 476: Giving away Newark
Newark is on the move. Plus XB-1 takes flight, United dives into pooling, and Avelo looks to grow internationally. Plus plenty more.
View from the Wing
Why United Airlines Is Adding Bigger Overhead Bins On Regional Jets
They will no longer need to gate check 1 million passenger bags per year, across 150,000 flights operated by these aircraft. Continue reading Why United Airlines Is Adding Bigger Overhead Bins On Regional Jets...
The Bulkhead Seat
Norse Atlantic Airways Will Launch Service Between London and Las Vegas This September
Low-cost carrier, Norse Atlantic Airways, will launch service between Las Vegas Harry Reid International… The post Norse Atlantic Airways Will Launch Service Between London and Las Vegas This September appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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...
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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.
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Up to 13% Savings on Qatar Airways from South East Asia with Visa Card – Book by 30 June 2024, Travel by 31 December 2024
Qatar Airways is currently offering up to 13% savings on flights when you book and pay using a Visa card that is issued in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam - book by 30 June 2024, travel by 31 December 2024.
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Hotel Review: Four Points by Sheraton Auckland (Suite) – Affordable and Centrally-located Hotel on Upper Queen Street
The Four Points by Sheraton Auckland is still my favourite hotel in Auckland with a dependable product at an affordable price.
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World of Hyatt Bonus Journeys: 3K Bonus Points Every 3 Nights (Max 21K Bonus) – 01 March to 30 April 2024
World of Hyatt members can earn 3,000 bonus points for every three nights consumed between 01 March 2024 and 30 April 2024 - registration required.
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Accor Live Limitless ALL 4X Points Across New Hotels – Book by 14 April 2024, Stay by 2 June 2024
Earn 4X Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Reward points across participating properties when you register for the offer, book by 14 April 2024 and complete your stay before 2 June 2024.
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Fantastic 3rd Night Free Offer at New InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit with USD 100 Property Credit – Book by 30 April 2024, Stay by 22 December 2024
Stay three nights at the brand-new InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit for under S$620 with USD 100 property credit, complimentary breakfast, upgrade and guaranteed 2:00 PM late check-out.
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Fast Track to KrisFlyer Elite Gold with S$12,500 Spend on AmEx Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card (by 31 May 2024)
From now until 31 May 2024, fast track to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Elite Gold (Star Alliance Gold) with a minimum spend of S$12,500 on the American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card.
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2,500 Bonus Miles with S$100 Minimum Spend on Pelago (1-14 February 2024) – Limited Redemptions Available
Earn up to 34 miles per dollar on Pelago with the right credit card when you spend at least S$100 between 1-14 February 2024 but act fast.
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Marriott Bonvoy Brings Back Popular Global Promotion with Double Night Credit and 1,000 Bonus Points Per Night – 13 February to 29 April 2024
Register now for Marriott Bonvoy's first global promotion of 2024 to earn double elite night credit and 1,000 bonus points per eligible night for nights consumed between 13 February 2024 and 29 April 2024.