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[AIRPORT] Vancouver ranked the Least Frustrating Airport in North America

According to Bloomsberg Businessweek’s new Airport Fustration Index, Vancouver International Airport makes it on the top of the list as being the least frustrating airport in all of North America. The index was categorized into three different sections which included…

[TRAVEL] Aeroplan Reward Flight Review Between Ottawa (YOW) and Miami (MIA)

I recently booked a flight between Ottawa International Airport (YOW) and Miami International Airport (MIA) using my Aeroplan points. It only cost 25,000 points and just under $75 for a return trip. That’s some pretty good value to me. The…

[ANALYSIS] American Express AeroplanPlus Reserve Card

American Express just introduced a new Aeroplan co-branded premium credit card called the American Express AeroplanPlus Reserve Card. There is a very hefty annual fee that comes with it, so let’s take a look to see why. Below are the…

Expedia Loyalty Program

When booking a flight, shopping around and doing the proper research plays an essential part in finding the best prices for your upcoming trip. Being a member of Expedia allows you to access the best deals and bonus offers as…

Happy Boxing Day! Things to Prepare for Next Year

If you are reading this post before heading out for the Boxing Day shopping, then have a great day today! I hope you find a lot of good deals. Be sure to not overpay for something that you do not…

Merry Christmas! Shopping Tips 2014

Today, I will be updating my shopping tips from last year. Since all the stores are closed on Christmas Day, today’s post will be to give you some shopping tips in preparation for Boxing Day tomorrow.

[AIRLINE] Code-Share Between Delta Air Lines and WestJet

WestJet and Delta Air Lines have decided to partner up and offer code sharing. Code sharing means that you can fly on one airline, but bank the points you would have earned to another loyalty program. In this case, it…

Top Reasons Why to Have a Credit Card

Credit cards can be a very controversial topic, but there are some positive reasons for having a credit card. Today I will list out my top reasons for having a credit card: 1) Large Sign-Up Bonuses It is no secret…

[AIRLINE] Air Canada Announces Zone Boarding

Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express introduce a new boarding process which will be based on zone numbers. This typically will include five different zones. In the past, Air Canada boarding has always been set up so…

[READER QUESTION] When to Ask for a Credit Increase?

When to ask for a credit increase has come up quite often. Factors that prevent people from wanting to increase their credit scores.

[READER QUESTION] Are No Annual Fee Credit Cards Good to Have?

Credit cards with no annual fee are always good to keep in your wallet or at home in order to increase your total available credit and average age of accounts. As we mentioned in a previous post, your credit score…

Top 5 Airports for Layovers in Canada

Many of us will be travelling during the holidays, so inspired by fellow Blogger The Points Guy, I have decided to put together a list of top airports in Canada for layovers. Layovers happen when you cannot obtain a direct…

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