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Almost Falling Prey to the “Value” Trap
I’m definitely one of those award travel aficionados who likes to get the most out of his points.…
Still available: 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points with Chase Ink Preferred, just $8k spend
With this offer on the Ink Preferred card, you'll 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points, but with only $8,000 in spend, which is lower than usual.
Air Canada Schedule Change – Something Has Changed
There appears to be a change in how Air Canada processes itinerary changes. Read to understand the negative implications for travel hackers.
Stealth Devaluation on Qatar Airways through Alaska Airlines?
There has been a stealth devaluation of Alaska Airline miles for Qatar Airways travel. They are now passing along the carrier surcharges.
Cruise Review: Alaska Ports on Holland America’s Koningsdam
Background: This is the second part of my series on reviewing my Alaskan Cruise experience aboard Holland America’s…
When a Marriott Hotel gets Bonvoyed!
What happens when a Marriott Hotel gets Bonvoyed? Marriott Bonvoy in the frequent flyer community is known for…
Remembering 9/11 – 22 Years Later
Originally posted on September 11, 2009. Eight years ago today, my morning began much like any other early…
My Quickest 10 Second Lounge Visit to the Admirals Club (SNA)
Background: After my American Airlines Flagship Business class flight from New York (JFK) to Orange County (SNA), I…
Does anyone remember these vintage British Caledonian TV ads?
British Caledonian was a UK airline formed in 1970 through the merger of British United Airways and Caledonian…
Qantas need your help naming their new Airbus A220s
Qantas have ordered 29 Airbus A220s to replace their outgoing Boeing 717 fleet. As is traditional, the airline…