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How Does AIR MILES Receipts Work?
In the summer of 2023, AIR MILES introduced its AIR MILES Receipts program to members living in Atlantic Canada. As of November 2023, all Air Miles members across the country can now take part. I gave it my first try today and it worked like a charm, as I share...
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Guide to planning an African Safari for a big group
The Great Migration – one of nature’s greatest spectacles – involves the annual movement of millions of wildebeest from the… The post Guide to planning an African Safari for a big group appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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What Did You Book? – Turkish Awards, Masai Mara and Lake Como
Welcome to the November instalment of What Did You Book, brought to you by Sash and Mohammad. Each month, we… The post What Did You Book? – Turkish Awards, Masai Mara and Lake Como appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Get 5 Free Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Rides
Effective today, November 1st, 2023, until the end of the year, December 31, 2023, Rogers Bank credit cardholders using mobile wallet can receive 5 free Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) rides. Each ride has a value of $3.30. It may not see like a lot of value, but these are still...
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My Exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Moments with Breaking Bad’s Finest
Marriott Bonvoy Moments and a 1-Point drop Marriott Bonvoy Moments provides Marriott Bonvoy members with an exclusive gateway to various… The post My Exclusive Marriott Bonvoy Moments with Breaking Bad’s Finest appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada approved my damaged and delayed baggage claim in 24 hours!
On a recent trip from Mumbai (BOM) to Ottawa (YOW), I encountered a typical traveller’s snag — missing and damaged… The post Air Canada approved my damaged and delayed baggage claim in 24 hours! appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Air Canada Introduces Upgraded Airbus A321 with Advanced Cabin Technology
Air Canada has officially unveiled the modernized cabin for its upgraded Airbus A321 and A320 narrow-body fleet. This initiative enhances… The post Air Canada Introduces Upgraded Airbus A321 with Advanced Cabin Technology appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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Happy 10 Year Anniversary Pointshogger!
Since the beginning of 2023, we really started contemplating whether this 10 year anniversary post was going to be our last. As the year went on, it really felt like Pointshogger was coming to an end. But more on this later.  The post Happy 10 Year Anniversary Pointshogger! appeared first on...
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Emirates First Class Culinary Journey – Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)
Emirates First Class Culinary Journey – Introduction On my recent journey from Toronto to Colombo, I had the pleasure of… The post Emirates First Class Culinary Journey – Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB) appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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[DISCONTINUED] HSBC Canada Credit Cards
I really did not see this one coming. We were aware of RBC purchasing HSBC Canada for almost a year now. The hope was that they would do something like TD did when they purchased MBNA Canada back in 2011. After all this time, TD has continued to keep the...
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Review: Four Seasons Montreal was upscale but nothing stood out
Four Seasons Montreal: Introduction Earlier this summer, we had the opportunity to spend a weekend at the Four Seasons Montreal.… The post Review: Four Seasons Montreal was upscale but nothing stood out appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.
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[INTERVIEW] New Booking Platform with AIR MILES Travel
We continue our 10 year celebration interview series with Jason Beales, Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer at AIR MILES, who will discuss the new changes to their Travel booking platform. Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our questions Jason and we look forward to see how...
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[INTERVIEW] CIBC Enhances Aventura Rewards
Today, we are featuring Megan Jones, Vice President of Card Product Development & Benefits Strategy at CIBC, who will share with us how they simplifyed the Aventura Rewards program. Thank you Megan for taking the time to answer our questions and to celebrate our upcoming 10 year anniversary! The post [INTERVIEW]...
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Credit Cards which offer Free Airport Lounge Access (updated October 12, 2023)
Travel has really spiked in 2023, compared to the past 3 years. As a result, there has been lots of complaints about overcrowding in airport lounges. Part of the reason is the free lounge access that people can receive just for being a credit card holder with certain companies. Below...
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Earn 5x the Aeroplan points during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
In celebration of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (October 10 and 11, 2023), Aeroplan members can earn 5x the points when shopping at eligible Amazon categories via the Aeroplan eStore. Furthermore, there is a discount when redeeming for Aeroplan points for Amazon gift cards. The post Earn 5x the Aeroplan points...
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[DISCONTINUED] RBC Cathay Pacific Visa Platinum
RBC has discontinued one of its co-branded airline credit cards, the RBC Cathay Pacific Visa Platinum. Part of it might have to do with its merged with HSBC Canada. The post [DISCONTINUED] RBC Cathay Pacific Visa Platinum appeared first on Pointshogger.