Category Archives: Awards

Amtrak Cascades Business Class Seattle to Vancouver

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Chris

With Vancouver so close to Seattle, how could I pass up the opportunity to visit Canada? From Seattle to Vancouver, there are three realistic options:  Planes, trains, and automobiles.  (Sadly, “boat” is unlikely to be very timely.)  As a truck … Continue reading →

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The Moana Surfrider Waikiki

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Chris

As I discussed in March, I successfully booked two nights at the Moana Surfrider Waikiki under the old award chart by calling when the website began showing the new rates prematurely.  I spent 24k points for two nights when the … Continue reading →

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This Isn’t The End?

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Chris

I was just about to write-up my “it’s February 1st in the Central Time zone” post commemorating the devaluation (and the hundreds of thousands of miles that I’ve booked in the last 36 hours)… …but Matthew at upgrd.com is reporting … Continue reading →

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It’s Coming

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Chris

The Great United Devaluation is coming on February 1st, so tomorrow (January 31st) is the last day to make award bookings under the award chart. For reference, a comparison between old award chart and the new award chart show the … Continue reading →

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Burning A Hole In My Pocket: Lufthansa Business Class Munich to Newark

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Chris

Having enjoyed my time in the lounge, I made my way to the end of the concourse to catch my flight to Newark. Ordinarily, airport security abroad is a joy.  For our flight, bound to the United States, we got … Continue reading →

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Burning A Hole In My Pocket: Lufthansa Senator Lounge Munich

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Chris

Prior to my flight to Newark, I stopped by the Lufthansa Senator Lounge. The lounge was sharp and new feeling. There was some cold food on offer, as well as the signature Lufthansa pretzel.

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Burning A Hole In My Pocket: Swiss Senator Lounge Zürich and Lufthansa Business Class Zürich to Munich

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Chris

Prior to passing through security, I took a moment to go visit the observation terrace.  The weather outside left a bit to be desired for visibility, but fortunately, most of the observation area is covered. By virtue of having Star … Continue reading →

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30% Bonus on Amtrak Points

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Chris

I noticed in New Girl in the Air’s point purchases recap that Amtrak is once again offering a 30% bonus on purchased points, up to 10k per year.  This brings the cost to 2.12 cpm This brings the total cost … Continue reading →

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I Need To Work On Being More Observant…

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Chris

Last night, I was pondering what I should do with my US Airways miles, particularly as the merger with AA approaches near certainty.  A few days ago, there had been off-peak busines class availability to Europe for this weekend, I … Continue reading →

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25% Point Discount on Avios ex-London

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Chris

View from the Wing that Avios is offering a 6 day sale for 25% off points needed for award bookings originating from London.  The upcoming 30% transfer bonus from Membership Rewards starting December 3rd doesn’t quite coincide with the promotion. … Continue reading →

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