The Aeroplan program is set to undergo a significant transformation on November 8, 2020 and many of the details have just been released to the public. It’s always an unsettling time before impending changes to a loyalty program, so it’s a relief to now be able to examine the differences. My primary concern is how it will affect Aeroplan redemptions out of airports here in the Maritimes. [Read more…]
More Bittersweet Aeroplan Offers (Book by Aug. 4, Travel by Sept. 30, 2020)
If only travelling were a normal thing to do these days. Aeroplan has come out with two new summer miles offers. One gives you up to 150% bonus Aeroplan miles on purchased flights while the other gives you up to 40% of your miles back on a redemption booking. [Read more…]
The Upside To Air Canada’s Temporary New Cancellation Policy
Recently Air Canada released a limited-time amended cancellation policy for for new and pre-existing flight reservations. Something much discussed lately has been the thorny issue of airlines providing a voucher in place of a refund, to which a customer is entitled when the airline cancels your flight. I’m going to leave that quagmire to the side and focus on voluntary cancellations of newly booked tickets under this updated policy. [Read more…]
Halifax to Europe Airfare Under $800 (Summer 2020)
If you’re watching for airfare deals to Europe from Halifax, you’ve likely noticed that the best fares tend to be in May/June and September/October. If you can only travel in July or August, finding a bargain is more of a challenge. I looked to see what’s currently available in the summer of 2020 under $800 per person, return. [Read more…]