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2020: how we will be pivoting to the drop in travel
Our perspective on what to do in the current crisis and what we will and won't be covering. Take care out there. Read More…
Alaska to join OneWorld, refreshes American Airlines partnership
Surprise! Alaska is re-defining its relationship with American Airlines and joining OneWorld. What could this mean for members of the excellent Alaska Mileage Program? Read More…
iPrefer : how to best use this rewards program in 2020
We look at Preferred Hotels loyalty program iPrefer. It has some weaknesses but also very attractive benefits for all members. Read on to see why it is one to join. Read More…
Happy holidays! Best wishes to you and yours. We will be returning in 2020 with a new format & enhanced usability for our readers. Read More…
News and Views (Airlines) - 3 December 2019
Virgin Atlantic & Air France merger shelved | Alaskan Airlines miles on sale | Airline Ratings names its Best Airlines for 2020 | Aegean devalues Miles+Bonus program Read More…
News and Views (Airlines) - 30 Nov 2019
Latest news & views:
* Virgin Atlantic merger with Air France/KLM called off
* Alaska Airlines points on sale - handy for flying Qantas on selected routes at a very tasty discount.
* Air New Zealnad named best airline
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News & Views (Hotels) 30 November 2019
With black friday and cyber monday around, most hotels news this week centres on their sales & promotions. Read More…
Deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday week 2019
It’s that time of year again! Lots of offers are now on sale in the travel sector. Here’s our collection of some of the best and brightest deals we’ve seen. Read More…
News & Views (Hotels) 30 Nov 2019
With black friday and cyber monday around, most hotels news this week centres on their sales & promotions. Read More…
News and Views (Hotels) 25 November 2019
Best Western sneaks in a points devaluation - possibly related to WorldHotels | Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt all running points offers with discounts, but do they offer value? Read More…
New & Views (Hotels) 22 November 2019
Our regular update on the world of hotels and their loyalty programs. Best Western sneaks in a points devaluation - possibly related to WorldHotels | Hilton offers a new way to redeem points (but don't) | Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt all running points offers with discounts, but do they offer value? Read More…
News and Views (Airlines) - 15 Nov 2019
Latest news & views || Alaskan to.... || Etihad points to no longer expire || Read More…
Traveller Wellness kit - ideal gift for your favourite traveller
This Traveller Wellness kit is an ideal gift for your favourite frequent flyer. Perfect for long-distance travellers, orders for Xmas must be in by November 15th. Read More…
My Millennium Guide - great hotels in a simple program
Like to stay in hotels with character but don’t want a loyalty program with peak pricing and multiple tiers? Why My Millennium may be just right for you. Read More…
News and Views (Hotels) - 1 November 2019
News & views on * IHG points promotion * Meliá hotels world’s most sustainable * Four Points Gatwick * Fairmont best Luxury Hotel brand * More Hyatt/SHL options Read More…
News and Views (Hotels) - 1 November 2019
News & views on * IHG points promotion * Meliá hotels world’s most sustainable * Four Points Gatwick * Fairmont best Luxury Hotel brand * More Hyatt/SHL options Read More…
WorldHotels Rewards - attractive new rewards program for luxury hotels
While the benefits for elite tiers aren’t especially exciting (mainly the tier bonuses for faster points accumulation), the properties themselves are in the up-scale and luxury range and remain attractive for that reason. Read More…
News and Views (Hotels) – 4 Oct 2019
Our Hotels news views and FAQ's for 4 Oct 2019 Read More…
News and Views (Airlines) - Oct 4
In a hit to Virgin Australia's loyalty members, Velocity Frequent Flyer has announced it will be raising its carrier charges on rewards seat redemptions, only a year after introducing the charges. Read More…
Our Airlines news views and FAQ's for 30 Sept 2019 Read More…
Our Rail news views and FAQ's for 30 Nov 2019 | New Caledonian Sleeper trains to serve Highlander routes from October Read More…
Our regular round-up of items relevant for travellers & loyalty programs for 13 September 2019. Summarised with our views and interpretations. Read More…
News and Views
Our regular round-up of items relevant for travellers’ loyalty programs for 6 September 2019. Summarised with our views and
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News and views is a short piece giving you a regular round-up of items relevant for travellers’ loyalty programs. Summarised with our view attached on each item. Read More…
Marriott bonvoy in 2019 - should you join, stay or go?
Bonvoy, the rewards program created through merging Starwood Preferred Guest with Marriott Rewards, has had major changes announced recently. Read More…
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Marriott Rewards - Big Impact From Latest Changes
Big changes to the Bonvoy program confirmed this week are more significant to members than they realise. Some key features of the program have been weakened. Read More…
What does the Qantas frequent flyer program overhaul mean for you?
How will the Qantas frequent flyer program overhaul affect you? Read More…
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Surprising Access To Luxury Hotel Stays
Surprising access to luxury hotel stays following the integration of WorldHotels into Best Western. How to status-match to use elite status from other hotel programs to fast-track. Read More…