Live and Let’s Fly
Getting A Headstart On Being Thankful
With Thanksgiving this week, I thought I would include my reflections this week instead of after it’s all over. I’ve got a lot to be thankful for, and you probably do too.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Miles To Memories
Flooding at Fontainebleau, F1 Teardown Timeline, Housekeeping Olympics & Riviera Sold!
Flooding at Fontainebleau, F1 teardown timeline, warning about Paris' Versailles Tower, the housekeeping Olympics and a new themed suite. The post Flooding at Fontainebleau, F1 Teardown Timeline, Housekeeping Olympics & Riviera Sold! appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Live and Let’s Fly
How Fast Can You Get A Passport? ItsEasy Got It Done Quick
After an oversight on my part, we needed a passport fast so I worked with the pros at ItsEasy and got everything back in less than 10 days.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us...
The Shutterwhale
Hotel Review: Park Hyatt Kyoto (King Bed Garden Terrace) – Luxurious Property with Excellent Service Along Ninenzaka in the Higashiyama Ward
The Park Hyatt Kyoto is one of the most luxurious properties in Japan that I have ever stayed in and the perfect experience from start to finish puts it at the top of every luxury traveller’s wishlist.
The Shutterwhale
The Singapore EDITION Officially Opens – Southeast Asia’s First EDITION Property
The Singapore EDITION officially opened its doors to the public on 9 November 2023 with a curated collection of restaurants and bars, a signature spa, and a stunning rooftop pool.
Economy Class & Beyond
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (18th November)
It’s that time of the week again when I put links together, run against a deadline and try to make sense of the week. Yes, it’s Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. It’s amazing how dark it is at five in the evening – Canalside near the National Indoor...
Miles To Memories
Following the Rules, Southwest Devalues & Amex Concerns
Southwest is devaluing their program, rules we like to follow in the hobby, concerns about all of the Amex changes, earning tons of bonus points for holiday shopping and United gets a little better. The post Following the Rules, Southwest Devalues & Amex Concerns appeared first on Miles to Memories.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Frontier Airlines A320 (ONT-DEN)
In short, as long as your Frontier flight is on time, you probably got a very good deal. My Frontier Airlines A320 flight from Ontario to Denver was quite smooth and had surprisingly good service aboard. The amenities were lacking, but I prepared myself in advance. Frontier Airlines A320 Review...
Frequent Miler
A good deed is its own reward (but we can do better)
Maximize your charitable giving by being strategic about how to earn rewards. From how to donate without saddling your chosen charity with processing fees to the best ways to stack up rewards on spend, this week we talk about how to do good, but better. Elsewhere on the blog this...
From Miles to Smiles
Enjoy an intimate encounter with nature kayaking in Cancun’s Mangroves
Cancun, often synonymous with bustling nightlife and tourist crowds, conceals a natural gem. Just a stone’s throw from Cancun’s vibrant heart are the mesmerizing mangroves. This lesser-known sanctuary harbors a thriving ecosystem. It teems with marine life and offers a tranquil escape from the city’s frenetic pace. Come join us...
The Shutterwhale
IHG One Rewards Retention Offer: Keep Diamond Elite By Purchasing 120,000 Points
Keeping Diamond Elite status in the IHG One Rewards loyalty program by purchasing elite qualifying points - should you do it?
The Shutterwhale
Get PlayStation 5, S$500 eCapitaVouchers, or Dyson Airwrap Complete with New Credit Card (17-19 November Only!)
This is quite possibly the best time to sign up for a Standard Chartered, CIMB, or Citi Credit Card as a new customer - receive a brand new PlayStation 5, S$500 worth of eCapitaVouchers, or a Dyson Airwrap Complete with minimum spend as low as S$250.
The Travel Sisters
Best Amazon Black Friday Travel and Luggage Deals (Now Live!)
Amazon Black Friday Days are November 17-24, 2023. Here are the best Amazon Black Friday deals we have found on luggage and other travel gear so far. The post Best Amazon Black Friday Travel and Luggage Deals (Now Live!) appeared first on The Travel Sisters.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare (Main Cabin Extra)
American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow Terminal 3  to Chicago O’Hare Terminal 5 (Main Cabin Extra) Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago...
Pointshogger
Air Canada’s Aeroplan and Journie Rewards Team Up
Air Canada's frequently flyer program Aeroplan has teamed up with Parkland's Journie Rewards program. Parkland operates gas stations from Ultramar, Chevron, Pioneer, Fas Gas, ON the RUN and Marché Express, which accounts for 1,100 locations Canada-wide. The post Air Canada’s Aeroplan and Journie Rewards Team Up appeared first on Pointshogger.
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: A Head-To-Head Battle Between Frontier & United
Welcome to my next trip report, chronicling my brief trip this week to Green Lake, Wisconsin. This year I decided to compare Frontier Airlines and United Airlines on the same routing. Are the savings on Frontier Airlines worth the hassle? Frontier Vs. United + Green Lake Pilgrimage Each year I...
Suites and Lobbies
Hawaii Black Friday Travel Deals (2023)
Aloha, as Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, the overwhelming task of hunting down the best Hawaii Black Friday travel deals can seem daunting. No worry beef curry, I have done the heavy lifting for you. I am constantly following Hawai’i’s hotel scene and have a pretty extensive list this...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Delta Sky Club® (EWR – Terminal A)
Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select… The post Lounge Review: Delta Sky Club® (EWR – Terminal A) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Running with Miles
Early Black Friday Deal: Best Price Yet on Bose QuietComfort 45 Noise Cancelling Headphones and More!
Check out this new early Black Friday deal on Bose headphones! This includes the lowest price yet on the new Bose QuietComfort 45 noise cancelling headphones! The post Early Black Friday Deal: Best Price Yet on Bose QuietComfort 45 Noise Cancelling Headphones and More! appeared first on Running with Miles.
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Capital One Lounge Denver (DEN)
I visited the new Capital One Lounge in Denver (DEN) twice this week and was very impressed by the food, service, and amenities in this lounge. I am concerned, however, that the small size of the lounge and high demand for it will lead to trouble. Capital One Lounge Denver...
Sam Chui
Norse Atlantic Lands the First B787 Dreamliner in Antarctica
Norse Atlantic Airways became the first airline ever to fly a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Antarctica. The B787 flew down to Troll Research Station on the frozen continent from Cape Town, South Africa. The Boeing 787-9 with registration LN-FNC, named “Everglades,” landed at Troll Airfield (QAT) at 02:01 local time...
Pizza in Motion
Help A Kid Enjoy The Holidays! Join Our Toys For Tots Drive On Monday, December 4th 2023
Hey, folks!  I’m a bit late getting this announcement out but I hope you’ll join me and two of my buddies at our annual Toys For Tots drive on Monday, December 4th, 2023.  A big thank you to Jeanne and Trevor for putting together... The post Help A Kid Enjoy The...
Traveling For Miles
Marriott announces a ‘Cyber Sale’ for next week
Marriott has given us advanced warning that it will be launching a 'Cyber Sale' next week in which it will be offering savings on stays booked by November 28th. In addition, all the Marriott online boutiques are currently offering good discounts on most of the items that they sell and...
Economy Class & Beyond
Heads up: No Elizabeth Line or Heathrow Express on the 25th and 26th of November to Heathrow Airport
For those who use trains to get to London Heathrow Airport, it’s time to make backup plans, as the Elizabeth Line and Heathrow Express will have no service on will have no services on the 25th and 26th of November.  None of these… During this time parts of the line...
Points Miles and Bling
Marriott Bonvoy Cyber Week Sale and Maui Exclusive
Marriott Bonvoy Cyber Week Sale is back, and this year’s sale is set to be the largest ever, with over… The post Marriott Bonvoy Cyber Week Sale and Maui Exclusive appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
Miles For Family
Swifties Group Cruise, Emirates/Condor Partnership and More
Taylor Swift fans organize group cruise for other Swifties: Marvelous Mouse Travels announced a 4-night cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas in October 2024 that is for Taylor Swift fans. No, Taylor won’t be on the cruise. But, the group will have Taylor Swift trivia, friendship bracelet trading...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Hyatt Place Pasadena
We spent the bulk of our hotel time at the Hyatt Place Pasadena and quite liked this property. Our suite was enormous and the breakfast here was solid. Hyatt Place Pasadena Review Just 10 minutes from our house, this was the closest Hyatt and as it turned out the best...
2PAXfly
QANTAS: Guilty again – this time unlawfully sacking a safety officer
Taking industrial relations to the edge of legality seems in hindsight, to be retired CEO Alan Joyce’s MO. New CEO Vanessa Hudson is living with some of the fallout of that operating approach to industrial relations and safety. The suspension of a safety officer at the beginning of the pandemic,...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA & AIR NZ: Applying for trans-Tasman codeshare partnership
Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, used to be partners in a former life, and are now seeking to reform that relationship. ET, the NZ Herald and the West Australian are reporting that applications have been made to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and New Zealand Ministry of...
The Bulkhead Seat
Lounge Review: Lufthansa First Class Terminal (FRA)
On a recent trip to Europe, we flew home in Lufthansa First Class from… The post Lounge Review: Lufthansa First Class Terminal (FRA) appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
Pointshogger
[REVIEW] AskingCanadians
One of my favourite survey programs in Canada is called AskingCanadians, which is free to sign up. Asking Canadians is a survey program that asks you to share your opinion in return for rewards. The post [REVIEW] AskingCanadians appeared first on Pointshogger.
{Tech} for Travel
Embrace a Healthier Lifestyle with the Circular Ring Slim
Circular, a forerunner in smart ring technology, has unveiled its latest innovation, the Circular Ring Slim. A groundbreaking wearable that is much more than just an accessory and empowers users to maintain and improve personal health when travelling. The post Embrace a Healthier Lifestyle with the Circular Ring Slim appeared first...