IHG Rewards Club just announced its latest global promotion. Although it’s not very exciting, it’s at least straightforward. Members will receive double points on every qualifying stay. It’s certainly worth registering for if you’re going to be staying at an IHG hotel. And if you’re considering options for a getaway here in the bubble, remember to check for Atlantic Canada resident discounts. [Read more…]
Choice Privileges Fall Promo – Stay Twice, Get $50 Gift Card (Sept. 21 – Nov. 15, 2020)
Choice Privileges, the loyalty program for Choice Hotels, is back again with its usual promo. After two qualifying stays, you get 8000 points. However, as they occasionally do, they’re presenting it as a gift card promotion because for a limited time you’ll be able to redeem points at a discount for gift cards from select retailers. [Read more…]
COVID-19 Insurance Included in WestJet Flights and Packages, Excluding USA (Starting Sept. 18)
According to a recent email, beginning September 18, 2020 your WestJet flight or package vacation, with some exceptions, is now going to include COVID-19 insurance when flying to destinations in the UK, Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean. The United States is excluded. For those willing and able to travel, it’s possible this addition could entice them to make a booking. For the rest of us, we can continue to daydream about potential future trips. [Read more…]
Best Western Gift Card Promo – $25 Per Night (September 14 – November 23, 2020)
Best Western is back with another gift card promotion. Fortunately, this one is a little better than the previous versions because you can earn up to four of the $25 gift cards. If you have any Best Western stays coming up, be sure to register for this promo. [Read more…]
Hilton Honors Promos – Double Rewards and Elite Nights, Rate Discounts, Points Sale
There are a number of different Hilton promotions on the go right now. If you foresee booking any stays at Hilton brands in the near future, make sure you’re up to speed with the current offers. Included in the summary below is a particularly good rate at the Hampton Inn in downtown Halifax and an interesting package option at the Hampton Inn in Truro. [Read more…]
Best Western Promo – 3000 Bonus Points Per Stay (Register & Book by Sept. 13, Stay by Oct. 31, 2020)
Best Western Rewards has a new promotion although its registration and booking period is quite short. When you register and make an eligible booking by September 13, 2020, you’ll get 3000 bonus points per stay until October 31, 2020. [Read more…]
Alaska Mileage Plan – Halifax to Europe Options in 2021
[Update: The word now is that Alaska Airlines won’t be joining the oneworld alliance until some time in early 2021] The frequent flyer program for Alaska Airlines is possibly going to experience some “enhancements” later this year as it joins the oneworld alliance. Although it’s likely not high on the average Maritimer’s list of favourite loyalty programs, it’s worth a look for those wanting to maintain a grasp on the changing points and miles landscape, and in particular, how to get oneself to Europe cheaply in 2021, assuming leisure travel has resumed by then. [Read more…]
Buy Choice Privileges Points With A 40% Bonus Until September 8, 2020
Choice Privileges is back with another promotion for purchasing points. This time it’s up to a 40% bonus when you buy points by September 8, 2020. If you think you can see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel and are pondering future travel, this could be a good deal to consider. Otherwise, it’s still worth being aware of in case you decide to capitalize on a similar promo some time down the road. [Read more…]
Air Miles Mega Miles Home Stretch, Sobeys/Foodland Mystery Coupon, Lawtons Blue Friday
If you haven’t yet completed 3 or 5 offers for the Air Miles Mega Miles promotion, you have until September 10, 2020 to get it done. And if Sobeys, Foodland or Lawtons figure into your plans, you might also be able to take advantage of promos in their upcoming flyers. [Read more…]
When Will The 737 MAX Return To Halifax?
It was in the news recently that Transport Canada has completed test flights of the Boeing 737 MAX 8. Europe is set to conduct its tests very soon as well. I thought this was a noteworthy development and thus might be worth pondering what a return of the controversial aircraft would mean for travellers in the Maritimes. [Read more…]
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