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Aeroplan has recently announced three new partnerships, involving an insurance provider, a radio station, and a small business start-up advisor. Aeroplan first announced a partnership with ING Canada… Continue Reading
The value of a frequent flyer mile seems to be increasing, and yet other measures suggest a troubled mileage marketplace, according to IdeaWorks in its new analysis of frequent flyer mile. The Mileage… Continue Reading
By the end of this year, Aeroplan members will have access to all seats on all Air Canada flights, according to Rupert Duchesne, Aeroplan’s chief executive. Duchesne said the entire plane will be… Continue Reading
When Major League Baseball and InterContinental Hotels Group announced a three-year sponsorship agreement to make Holiday Inn the “Official Hotel of Major League Baseball,” Priority Club members… Continue Reading
A 7-year-old in Woodbury, Conn., outmaneuvered three other young drivers to win the “TripRewards Kart Challenge” at New York’s South Street Seaport, claiming the first prize of one million… Continue Reading
Until Sept. 30, United Mileage Plus members can combine two existing bonuses to rack up a total of 2,500 bonus miles for booking and checking in online at united.com. As has been the case for a while,… Continue Reading
Delta SkyMiles members who hold Delta-branded American Express cards can earn double miles or points (depending on the card) for charges made through Aug. 31. Holders of either the Delta SkyMiles credit… Continue Reading
July 1988 — United Mileage Plus introduces capacity controls and blackout dates to its frequent flyer program; other airlines quickly follow. July 1989 — Eastern Airlines awards its 1 millionth… Continue Reading
It's summertime and the reading is easy. What better time to sit down with marketing executives of frequent traveler programs around the world and talk. "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome aboard, these are… Continue Reading
07 /1 Hawaii awards from Southwest Rapid Rewards slated to become available at some time during the month. Subject to change. /31 Last day to earn triple Amtrak Guest Rewards points when staying at any… Continue Reading