Author Archives for "Craig Sowerby".
Earning miles for online purchases is a great way to add to your mileage balance. It is as easy as remembering to visit an online shopping portal first. The rebates from airline portals aren’t always… Continue Reading
It seems that every few weeks, the major airlines launch another promotion to sell their miles at a discount / with a bonus. These promotions usually share one similar problem – you must buy a substantial… Continue Reading
Since the advent of the “frequent flyer program” in the 1980s, people have been earning “air miles” by flying. Although the opportunities to earn miles have increased exponentially… Continue Reading
Registration will soon close for IHG One Rewards’ attractive status challenge. Unlike similar challenges, you do not even need to hold elite status with a competing hotel chain! Once you register… Continue Reading
World of Hyatt has an interesting partnership with MGM Rewards. Members can earn 5 points per US dollar spent at MGM properties in Las Vegas. In addition, the two loyalty programs offer reciprocal status… Continue Reading
The Daily Getaways promotion is back to its normal summer scheduling; it starts on Monday, July 18, 2022. A preview for the first two weeks is now available… Week 1 July 18 – IHG Rewards Club… Continue Reading
Spain’s Iberia Airlines recently sent me an email, offering a cut-price upgrade to Business Class for some upcoming flights. I could upgrade a Barcelona to Madrid flight for 49 euros ($50) and/or… Continue Reading
Codeshares are tricky to deal with as a frequent flyer. On the one hand, they are sometimes cheaper than booking directly with the operating airline (for reasons that are often difficult to understand)… Continue Reading
When travelling outside of the United States, you might notice how “few” hotel points you seem to earn on your hotel stays. Here’s an example from a recent stay. I paid nearly $230 for… Continue Reading
IHG One Rewards has launched another one of its “flash sales” for buying points. This round will last until July 15, 2022. Most members seem to have received the 100% bonus offer. The bonus… Continue Reading
