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[TRAVEL] Higher Fuel Prices Good for Airlines?
This post is in reference to a recent news article that talks about the benefits of higher oil prices. The price of oil has doubled in the last decade, but airline fares have not double. The reason is because most…
Factors to Consider for your Credit Scores
You can read more about how credit scores are broken down here. Below discussed factors to consider when worrying about your credit scores. The majority of credit scores in Canada are between 399 and 862. Credit scores are based on…
[HOTEL] Delta Hotels and Resorts Program
Delta Hotels and Resorts is a completely Canadian hotel brand, with 40 different locations across the country. The hotel chain also have a loyalty program called Delta Privilege. The elite statuses have the following benefits: Gold Member Earn this status…
[AIRLINE] 2014 Changes to the Air Canada Altitude Program
You can read more about the Elite statuses: Elite 25K, Elite 35K, Elite 50K, Elite 75K and Elite 100K. Below are the list of changes that became effective in March 2014 to the Elite statuses.
[HOTEL] IHG Rewards Drops Redemption Rates on 101 Hotels
IHG Rewards continues to make strides to help confirm that they will continue to be my favourite hotel chain. IHG Rewards that they will not be increasing the number of points required for an award night. The reverse has happened,…
[PROMOTION] Up to 60% off Porter Flights (expired on April 28, 2014)
Porter Airlines is having one of its higher promotions where you can get up to 60% off select flights. You will need to book your flight by April 28, 2014 and fly by September 3, 2014. The blackout dates may…
The Top Credit Card Spending Bonuses (updated April 23, 2014)
As discussed in a previous post, I was hoping to see more bonuses when credit card holders reach a minimum amount of spending in a calendar year. Giving bonuses for minimum spend requirements actually helps encourage customers to retain their…
[ANALYSIS] Canadian North Aurora Rewards
On March 31, 2014, Canadian North became the latest Canadian airline to have a rewards program, along with Air Canada, WestJet and Porter Airlines. I really welcome this new addition. The loyalty program is called Aurora Rewards. The points are earned…
[PROMOTIONS] Aeroplan, Esso (expired)
Aeroplan and Esso are teaming up for a double the points promotion. Normally, you: Earn 3 points for every $3 spent on Supreme grade gas Earn 2 points for every $3 spent on or Extra grade gas Earn 1 point…
[TRAVEL] Air Canada Luggage Toss Caught on Video
If you have not heard of this incident yet, check out this news article. This incident, to me, is another result of the check-in baggage fee. Since the implementation of checked-in luggage bag fees, our overheads on planes are full and…
[PROMOTION] TD Aeroplan 2-for-1 Short-Haul (expired on May 9, 2014)
TD has been offering a 2-for-1 short-haul Aeroplan promotion on two of its credit cards that expires on May 9, 2014. Below are the highlights of the two credit cards:
[AIRPORT] Expansion and Renovation Projects
We previously wrote about a few airport renovations in Canada’s major airports. It is always exciting to see airport expansion projects because it gives passengers more options on available flights; thus, increasing the competition.