Rail runners hoping to top up their Amtrak Guest Rewards account at yearend were met with a rule change in the program that states, “A maximum of two roundtrips or four one-way trips, per member,… Continue Reading

National Emerald Club is offering a One Two Free promotion through the end of January for rentals in the U.S. and Canada. Emerald Club members will receive one free rental day for every rental of two… Continue Reading

Staybridge Suites is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering a $10,000 family room makeover. You will receive an entry for each night you stay at a Staybridge Suites through Jan. 31, 2009, and you… Continue Reading

The Onion, a satirical publication that fabricates news reports, recently published an article titled “American Airlines Now Charging Fees to Non-Passengers.” The article pokes fun at the… Continue Reading

In last month’s WiseFlyer, InsideFlyer editor Randy Petersen outlined a number of mileage tracking Web sites available to frequent flyers. In the past month, a new program launched at www.acruw.com… Continue Reading

Alaska Airlines made some interesting announcements at a recent luncheon for its MVP Gold elite members. While no official agreement has been reached, Alaska Airlines is discussing with Emirates the possibility… Continue Reading

Airfarewatchdog.com, a site dedicated to listing low airfares, recently conducted a survey and asked travelers how they feel about airlines adopting a la carte pricing structures. Of the 1,600 travelers… Continue Reading

It’s a growing trend–bed and breakfast establishments are out to get repeat visits from business travelers by offering frequent stay programs. BedandBreakfast.com, which lists about 18,000… Continue Reading

Delta SkyMiles members can rack up the miles this winter when staying at Hilton properties. Hilton HHonors and Delta SkyMiles members who book and stay a minimum of two consecutive nights at any participating… Continue Reading

Aeroplan is changing some of its flight award fees. The refund fee for awards has increased 33 percent from $90 CAD to $135 and as of Feb. 1, 2009, the fee for changing a flight award will increase from… Continue Reading