As of Nov. 1, Amtrak pulled the plug on its two-year-old free voucher program that virtually guaranteed a free ticket for unhappy customers. But it is full steam ahead for its other two-year-old marketing… Continue Reading
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Frequent Flyer Scrooge — We visit the Ghosts of Programs Past, Present and Future
What a long, strange year it's been. We take a look at the past, present and future of frequent traveler programs with a little help from a crotchety Yuletide friend in need of "spiritual" guidance. Continue Reading
Say Hello to Aloha
Could the unrelenting Brancatelli actually be pleased with an airline? Yes, it appears so. Brancatelli's rare praises go to Aloha Airlines. Continue Reading
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan – November, 19 2002
With the new AS50 award, Mileage Plan members can redeem 15,000 miles and purchase a half-price ticket good for travel on Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air — and you’ll even earn miles for the… Continue Reading
Marriott Rewards – November, 19 2002
How would you like to save one-third on the point cost of your next hotel stay award? Through June 30, 2003, Marriott is offering a 33 percent reduction on the cost of select category two through category… Continue Reading
Virgin Atlantic flying club – November, 19 2002
Virgin Atlantic’s launch of its “Bonus Miles” campaign is proving to be a great deal for flying club members. Through Jan. 1, 2003, flying club members can earn 5,000 bonus miles for… Continue Reading
Aeroplan Miles
After a successful summer launch, Air Canada is once again allowing its members to use Aeroplan miles for non-air rewards, including hotel stays, car rentals and ski packages. Here’s a breakdown… Continue Reading
Triple HHonors Points for Online Booking with Thrifty
Don’t let this one pass you by. Through Jan. 31, savvy Thrifty Car Rental customers who opt to book online can earn triple Hilton HHonors points (750 points per stay) when staying at Hilton hotels… Continue Reading
Videos, Hotel Rooms…
It’s not what you’re thinking. Until Dec. 31, film lovers who buy DVD and VHS products from http://www.cc.video.com/hhonors will earn 20 HHonors points per dollar spent. Pick up a copy of… Continue Reading
Shopping Online
If you find yourself short on cash but long on miles for the holidays, consider spending a little with designated retail partners of airline programs. Continental (Miles for Merchandise), Northwest (WorldPerks… Continue Reading