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Hilton Honors Global Promotion: Earn Double Points (2X) on Eligible Stays between 2 May to 2 September 2024 – Registration Now Open!
Register now to earn double Hilton Honors points for stays consumed between 02 May 2024 and 02 September 2024 - stack this with an Impresario rate to earn up to 40 points per USD as a Diamond member (or 38 points per USD as a Gold member).
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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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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.
The Bulkhead Seat
LAX is Renumbering Its Terminals and Gates
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is undergoing an overhaul of its current terminals and… The post LAX is Renumbering Its Terminals and Gates appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Eye of the Flyer
Not Very Impressed: The Atlanta American Express Centurion Lounge (Review)
I finally had a chance to visit the new American Express Centurion Lounge in Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) on a recent trip and was looking forward to being “wowed” after all the reports of this being a “game changer” lounge. I was simply not that impressed. First, let’s take...
Miles For Family
PSA: Cancel Your Bank of America Credit Card Before Renewal Fee Hits
I’ve been dabbling in miles and points hobby for over two decades, so I assumed that by now I know the basics. Nope! Last year I applied for Bank of America Alaska Airlines Business Visa (non-affiliate application link with the highest available offer) due to having some legitimate business expenses....
Traveling For Miles
IHG promotion: Get 15% off award bookings (co-branded cardholders + select elites)
IHG has brought back an excellent deal that we last saw at the beginning of January so, once again, select IHG One Rewards members can enjoy a 15% discount on award stays made in the next few weeks. The post IHG promotion: Get 15% off award bookings (co-branded cardholders + select...
Live and Let’s Fly
Delta Air Lines Gives Proactive Pay Raises To Non-Union Employees
Delta Air Lines has raised wages for its non-union employees for the third time since 2022, this year proactively awarding employees with a 5% raise across pay scales just months after a generous profit-sharing payout. Employees At Delta Air Lines Will Receive 5% Pay Raise With Minimum Wage Set To...
Monkey Miles
Cheat code: Use Cargo schedules to find widebody international planes flying domestically in the USA
Did you know that you can fly in lie flat business class ( or better premium economy, economy ) seats when flying domestically in the US? These planes are often on the transcontinental ( LA/SFO to New York, DC, Boston, or Miami ) routes, but you’ll regularly see them repositioning...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Political Strikes Take Their Toll On Finnair as Airline Swings to First Quarter Loss, Adjusts Annual Capacity Target
Finnair swung to a first-quarter loss for the period January to March 2024 as a wave of political strikes across Finland led to flight cancellations and disruption for the country’s flag carrier. In February, Finnair said that it hoped to increase its annual capacity by more than 10% for 2024,...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Passengers On Already Delayed Flight End Up Circling Around Singapore For Four Hours After A380 Weather Radar Breaks Down
Up to 469 passengers on an already delayed British Airways service from Singapore to London Heathrow on Monday night ended up on a flight to nowhere after the weather radar on the Airbus A380 superjumbo broke down shortly after takeoff. British Airways flight BA12 was scheduled to depart Singapore at...
The Shutterwhale
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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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.