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Here’s how I’ve used my airline fee credits for 2024
I always like to get my airline fee credits out of the way at the start of the year. I'm glad that they've already posted to my account.
Taking Advantage of the Boeing 737-9 MAX Grounding
Recently, I found myself in Orlando. I already had a flight to Toronto booked but fell extremely ill and wanted to get back to Canada sooner. I looked at the prices for a 9.05pm departure from Orlando. The non-stop flight was $887 for a standard ticket. A rather expensive option. Learn how I ultimately took advantage of the Boeing 737-9 MAX grounding to get the same flight for just 20,000 miles!
Deserted Beaches and Idyllic Redwoods: A California North Coast Staycation
As I wrote posts about this year’s Labor Day trip, I realized I never wrote about 2022! Better…
Best Credit Card Emergency Medical Travel Insurance in Canada
We go through all the major credit card insurance certificates to identify the best credit card emergency medical travel insurance in Canada.
Guide: How does the new Amex airline credit work?
Overall, it's fantastic that this new airline credit benefit is so easy to use. Here's a complete guide on how to use this new Amex benefit.
Save Money by Searching on Several Travel Portals
In this post, I walk through the importance of searching on several travel portals to save money on flights.
Be Careful Taking American Airlines Standby in First Class or You Might End Up in Coach!
Background: Over the holiday season, I had a couple of flights on American Airlines where I was flying…
Secret Fare Sale by Porter Airlines
Learn about a secret fare sale by Porter Airlines, valid for bookings through January 10, 2024. Enjoy up to 35% off your next Porter flight!
The Lowdown on the $20 Trick in Vegas: Does It Really Work?
Background: Have you ever heard about the “$20 Trick” in Las Vegas? It’s this thing where you slip…
Taking the Bus from the Vegas Strip to Airport: The Centennial Express
What person in their right mind would want to bus from the Vegas Strip to Airport in hot…