There are many keen collectors of points and miles in the Maritimes. However, I suspect lots more people are either casual collectors or pay no attention whatsoever to loyalty programs. Learning how to effectively earn and redeem points is a chore and may not seem like it’s worth the effort. So, I thought I’d attempt to lay out a strategy that might help someone become more active in the points and miles world. The focus will be on Air Miles and PC Optimum as those are the most accessible programs for everyday purchases in Canada. [Read more…]
Daily Getaways Sale Returns April 27, 2020 (Preview April 20)
[UPDATE: this sale has been postponed] Every year the U.S. Travel Association holds a big sale of various loyalty point packages, hotel stays, theme park tickets etc. There are usually some great bargains available and Canadian residents are eligible to make purchases. I see on the Daily Getaways website they’ve announced the next sale will begin April 27, 2020 with a preview to be released on April 20th. [Read more…]
Disneyland on Points (Aeroplan, Air Miles, TD Rewards, RBC Avion)
When it was announced that Disneyland and Walt Disney World would be opening a new “land” all about Star Wars, I knew that my brother and I would likely take a trip to see it. Our parents took us to Walt Disney World in Orlando many times during our childhood and my brother was a big fan of the Star Wars movies. The goal then was to accumulate the right points and miles to make an eventual trip as inexpensive as possible. [Read more…]
Returning Soon – Air Miles Mega Miles Promotion (March 19 – April 16, 2020)
[UPDATE: the Mega Miles promo has been postponed] Mega Miles and Shop The Block are the two major Air Miles promotions that happen once a year. They are a great way to build your Air Miles balance and put you closer to Onyx status. Last year Shop The Block suffered a devaluation, however Mega Miles looks to be unchanged with a 1000 mile bonus for shopping at 5 different Air Miles partners. [Read more…]
Saving For Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge: Part 4 – Flights From Halifax (and Trip Update)
In Part 4 of my series on planning for a Disney trip I turn the focus to booking flights to California or Florida. Once you’ve got a handle on park admission and accommodation, you have to figure out how to get there. So, if you’re not just going to hop in your vehicle and hit the road, it’s time to sort out plane tickets. [Read more…]
Condor $60 Voucher Valid Till March 6, 2020 (Limit of 750)
It was back on February 11th that Condor sent out a voucher code email. At the time, I was hoping this would be a regular thing and it looks like that might be the case. Today another voucher code email arrived for the same discount – $60 off your next long-haul flight using NEXTSTOPEUROPE60. As was the case previously, the code has a limit of 750 uses so although it’s valid till March 6th, they might all be gone before then. [Read more…]
Choice Privileges Promo Returns – Stay Twice, Get 8,000 Points (March 7 – April 26, 2020)
I was a wee bit concerned that this old standby from Choice Privileges would not be back, as that has been a trend among hotel loyalty programs lately. However, it has returned and it’s the same promotion we’ve seen many times in the past. After two qualifying stays, you get 8000 points, which is enough for a free night at some Choice hotels. This promotion goes from March 7 to April 26, 2020. [Read more…]
Why You Should Visit Krakow, Poland Sooner Rather Than Later
If you are pondering potential European travel destinations for a future trip, I suggest you bump Krakow up the list. I’ve held this view after visiting the city in 2016 and subsequently visiting Prague, another great central European city, in 2018. I found the contrast of the two somewhat enlightening and prompted a concern that Krakow will soon turn into the major tourist magnet that Prague has become. [Read more…]
Air Miles Blue Friday (Feb. 28, 2020) and Airmilesshops “Mix & Match” Promo
Time for another Air Miles Blue Friday promotion. Check out the Sobeys and Foodland flyers to see if anything happens to be on your shopping list. An email also went out yesterday about a new Airmilesshops promo if you have any online shopping planned at Air Miles partners. [Read more…]
Wyndham Rewards Promo – Stay Twice, Earn a “Free Night” (Feb. 21 – May 21, 2020)
Wyndham Rewards is out with a new promotion. After two qualifying stays, you get a 5500 point top-up, giving you at least 7500 points, as each stay earns at least 1000 points anyway. Because Wyndham reward rates range from 7500 to 30,000, you’ll technically have enough points for a free night. Unfortunately, hotels in the 7500 point category are few and far between, and many that exist are not too enticing. [Read more…]
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