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A New Look for Hack My Trip
I’ve implemented several design changes that affect the appearance of Hack My Trip. If the site doesn’t look right, you could probably benefit from clearing the cache or history on your web browser....
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Join Us in Chicago at the First FTU Advanced!
The organizers of the semi-annual Frequent Traveler University have decided to try a new idea — more personal, more focused, more detailed — with the launch of the first FTU Advanced conference this...
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Are You a Travel Hacking Pro? Get a Job at FlightFox
FlightFox offers an interesting twist on helping people book flights. Unlike traditional travel agents, most of whom have been replaced by Orbitz, or the numerous experts who claim to help you use your...
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“Buy” US Airways Miles for 1.1 Cents Each
US Airways is still coming out with some incredible sale prices on its miles, even after merging with American Airlines and moving over to the oneworld Alliance. This week only they’re offering the...
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Free checked bag with US Airways Mastercard
I just got an e-mail from Barclays stating that beginning April 30th, each US Airways Mastercard cardmember can check 1 bag for free for themselves and up to 4 companions. This will only be available...
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US Airways Devalues Award Chart & A Sweet Spot Is Lost
Hot off the heels of American Airlines AAnytime award devaluation, US Airways has joined the club with no advanced notice given as well. If you take a look at their award chart today, you’ll see that...
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Comparing Hotel Elite Status in 2014
I’ve finally found time to finish creating my comparison tables of hotel elite status in 2014. These things always get ripped to shreds in the first draft, so I won’t do much analysis in this post;...
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Using My Alaska Airlines Companion Fare for Hawaii
Not all companion fares work the same, which is why I summarized the most popular companion fares with their pros and cons. Among the better options is the $99 companion fare (plus taxes and fees)...
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Alaska Offering Double Miles for Seattle through December
In a press release this morning, Alaska Airlines said it will be adding another double miles offer for select flights to and from Seattle between now and December 31: Anchorage Las Vegas Los Angeles...
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Newark Shutting Down Airport Monorail
The AirTrain at Newark-Liberty International Airport will halt operations on May 1 for 75 days while maintenance is underway (HT to EWR764 on FlyerTalk). Comments on FlyerTalk are not kind, though it...
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Do the American AAdvantage Changes Really Matter?
Tahsir was one of the first to report the recent changes to the American Airlines AAdvantage program. I’ve merely sat back, amused, and read others’ commentary for the last two days. But I haven’t seen...
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Alaska Airlines Raises Prices for Delta Awards
It’s no surprise that Alaska Airlines has raised the award rates for many Delta-operated flights — by an average of 26% for those routes affected. Delta has indicated in changes to its own loyalty...
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Free Admirals Club Day Passes for Amex Platinum Cardholders
According to a press release I received yesterday, Citi is creating yet another incentive for people to apply for its premium Executive / AAdvantage World Elite MasterCard by handing out free day...
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Are Cheap Avios Awards to Hawaii a Bait and Switch?
You guys know I love to play up the Best Coast, and one benefit of living here is convenient access to Hawaii. It’s just a five-hour non-stop flight with a time change that works in our favor. It’s...
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Our Private Cruise in the Virgin Islands on Drumbeat II
My dad treated the family to a vacation in the Virgin Islands last month. It was certainly a unique experience and my first time to the Caribbean. (Second time, actually, if you count one night at an...
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Second Chance for FTU Advanced
The first FTU Advanced sold out so quickly (hours, in fact) that the organizers have decided to host a second one rather than increase the attendance. Remember, the goal is to make these more intimate...
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Free Club Carlson Gold Elite Status from American Express
American Express has a targeted promotion for its European cardholders that includes free Club Carlson Gold Elite status through February 28, 2015, but it appears that anyone can register as long as...
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Two Services Help You Lock in a Good Deal on Airfare
Regulations in the United States require that a carrier provide either the option to cancel an itinerary within 24 hours after booking for a full refund or to place that itinerary on a free 24-hour...
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How Credit Cards Affect the Cost of a Free Night
During an on-going analysis of hotel loyalty programs, I decided to take a look at the credit card bonuses each offered. There is an opportunity cost when you use a co-branded card rather than some...
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Win Free Admission to FTU Seattle
Amol has been asked to speak at Frequent Traveler University in Seattle and no longer needs his ticket, so it’s up for grabs to a lucky reader who can make it to the event. It will be held April 25-27...
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