Philosopher George Santayana wrote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” A repeat of hotel and loyalty program offers would not necessarily be a bad thing for the… Continue Reading
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Letters – November, 17 2009
Thank You, United I’ve been flying United since 1981, have half a million miles in and recently had a nine-segment trip back and forth across the country. In the middle of the trip, my elderly mother… Continue Reading
Intelligence – November, 17 2009
Best Western has joined the AIR MILES Reward Program and Best Western Rewards members can now earn 20 AIR MILES per stay at Best Western locations in Canada, the U.S. and the Caribbean. Register at bestwestern.com/amfall… Continue Reading
InsideLook – SkyTeam – November, 17 2009
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Quote of the Month – November, 17 2009
“There are an estimated 10 trillion unused frequent flyer miles in circulation now, worth some $165 billion.” – Scott McCartney The Wall Street Journal Continue Reading
LAN Missing Kilometer Fee
A note to LANPASS members–be sure to always include your frequent flyer number when making reservations. LAN is now charging 1,000km to members who make missing kilometers requests over the phone… Continue Reading
Choice Privileges Music Store
Choice Privileges new redemption option is music to our ears. Members can now redeem 16,000 points for a music download package of 50 songs or 32,000 points for 100 songs at the new online Choice Privileges… Continue Reading
United Bear-y Generous
For the third year in a row, United Airlines is partnering with the American Cancer Society to raise money and miles and provide huggable teddy bears to children in hospitals. When you donate $50 or 7,500… Continue Reading
Choice Bonus and Win
This winter, Choice Privileges members can get triple points or miles and have a chance to win a trip to Hawaii. Register at choicehotels.com and you can start earning triple Choice Privileges points… Continue Reading
Elite Frequent Flyer Survey
While this may come as no surprise, according to research conducted by Carlson Marketing and Peppers & Rogers Group, there is a gap between what elite frequent flyers want in an airline and what… Continue Reading

