Looks like this is a regular occurrence – I’ve decided to hold another meetup in Vancouver. If you’re free next Thursday evening (September 7) and would like to join me, send me an email. Please also let me know if you are bringing a +1. Capacity is limited, so these slots always fill up quickly. Priority…
A History of Manufactured Spend
Manufactured Spend/ing (or MS) has recently become one of the hottest miles/points topics. In short, MS is when you cycle funds through a credit card account for the miles. Typically, you purchase a money-equivalent item or product that you convert back into cash, then paying off your credit card bill. The time and fees you…
Upside Travel Review – $200 Gift Cards
When I book my travel, nearly all of it is directly with the hotel or airline’s site. However, on my next trip, I’m going to be booking with Upside, a new service led by Priceline founder Jay Walker that has raised 50 million dollars in venture capital. I always think about whether startups will go…
Great Deal – Buy Avios for 1.05 cents!
British Airways Avios is one of the best programs out there for short haul travel. There’s no other program where 9,000 points is enough for a short-haul business class redemption for tickets that can run upwards of $400. There are a few ways to earn Avios in Canada. American Express Membership Rewards are probably your best…
A Trick to Transfer Unlimited SPG and Marriott Instantly
With the upcoming SPG and Marriott merger, the reciprocity between the two loyalty programs have opened up many valuable redemption offers. Along with Membership Rewards being able to transfer to SPG, you have the ability to pool a tremendous amount of points in one account. For example, if you and a friend each applied for…
Using JAL Miles to Book Emirates First Class: A Guide
Update December 2017 – Fuel Surcharges are now unfortunately being applied on these awards. Emirates has one of their flashiest first class products around. I’ve flown it a few times, but with Alaska Miles before they devalued their award chart significantly for First Class. Their business class redemption are still very reasonable (starting at 82,500…
RBC Apple Pay – The Best Promotion Ever!
Apple Pay has been in Canada for a while, although there hasn’t been too many promotions to use it. I used to MS a bit with Apple Pay, so I always kept my ears out for any bonuses. So I got quite excited when I saw a bonus for RBC Apple Pay transactions. RBC Apple Pay…
Buy Alaska Miles – Get up to a 50% Bonus!
Alaska Airlines has one of the best mileage programs for international business and first class. They have excellent partners, including Cathay Pacific, Emirates, and Japan Airlines. Until October 5, 2017, you can buy Alaska miles with up to a 50% bonus. Buy Alaska Miles – 50% Bonus Check here to see if you are targeted…
Which American Express Card to Get?
American Express is my favourite card issuer in Canada. Their cards have great rewards and benefits, and they always have excellent customer service. One of the biggest reasons why their points are valuable is because they have many different transfer partners. Most people actually have several incorrect preconceptions about American Express. Even though they are…
Cell Phone Insurance Free With a Credit Card!
Canadian credit cards don’t have as many features as I’d like. Whether it’s foreign transaction fees, bonus categories, or airline and hotel partners, there are always areas for improvement. In terms of benefits, the American Express Platinum Card is the best for the frequent traveler, with lounge access, elite status benefits, and more. However, I was very…
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