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29 Mar. 2018
Review: Hotel Sofitel Dubai Downtown
After landing in Dubai, we disembarked at the B Gates and walked directly to immigration baggage claim. Technically Dubai was not a stopover or our destination (it was a layover under 24 hours) so we were unable to take advantage of Emirates’ complimentary chauffeur service. However, I specifically chose a property that would be convenient
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25 Oct. 2019
Chase Ink Business Preferred vs. Capital One Spark Miles for Business: Which card is right for you?
The world of small-business credit cards doesn’t have many premium-card options. Business owners find that even if a card carries enough perks to outweigh its annual fee, they’re going to have a tough time justifying an expense that doesn’t directly grow their bottom line. However, for small businesses looking to rack up valuable ...
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5 Apr. 2018
Using the Points Transfer Calculator to Plan Your Next Award
A couple years ago I created the “Award Maximizer” to help you search for the cost of an award ticket across several different loyalty program. The database now includes 14 of the most popular airlines so you can be sure you’re getting the lowest price on a given ticket. I’ve also been adding additional guides
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7 Oct. 2019
$100 Lowe’s E-Gift for $90 from Staples.com (Limit 3)
The Offer Direct Link to offer Staples.com is selling $100 Lowe’s e-gift cards for $90. The Fine Print Limit 3 Our Verdict Stack with the Amex Offer for $25 off $100 or the Chase offer for $6 back or or the Amex Offer on business cards for 35% back or the Amex Offer for a
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8 Sep. 2019
United Airlines Says It’s Immoral to Move to a Better Seat While Inflight
Since norms vary across airlines and have only recently changed it’s not a moral failing of passengers who don’t know or understand the position that any given airline takes here. On the contrary, it’s incumbent on the airline to explain in clear terms what their policy is and why rather than suggesting a passenger wanting
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17 Mar. 2020
Hampton Inn/Hilton Garden Inn Chase Offer/BankAmeriDeal: Save 10% On $150-$400 Stay (Targeted)
There’s a new – and targeted – Chase Offer that’s offering 10% cashback as a statement credit when paying for a Hampton Inn or Hilton Garden Inn stay. The Deal Earn 10% back on your stay at Hampton by Hilton or Hilton Garden Inn when you spend $150 or more. Key Terms Expires April 14,
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2 Jun. 2017
Top Ten Bank Promotions In Virginia
Editor’s Note: Not your state? No worries, you can click on the state(s) above to see the Top Ten Bank Promotions being offered in your state. Here is a list of the Top Ten Bank Promotions in Virginia. They say “Virginia is for Lovers” so I’m sure they would love some good bank bonuses and
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26 Jul. 2019
Top 10 Credit Cards for Travel Rewards: July 2019
There are a lot of reasons to collect miles and points. For free First Class flights and luxury hotel stays To travel to more countries than you could otherwise afford (like Norway, pictured above) To take your family on vacation To visit home for the holidays To earn big rewards for everyday spending And the amazing
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8 Oct. 2019
Recap: Rewards Points Missing, $10 For Galaxy S4 Owners & More
Crazy! 450K Membership Rewards Points Missing by DDG Ever own a Galaxy S4? Congrats, you’re $10 richer as Samsung agrees payout over dodgy speed tests by The Register.   Uh Oh: KLM May Have Served Inflight Meals With Listeria by Point Me To The Plane. Lufthansa Concedes Defeat In Hidden City Ticketing Lawsuit by Live
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2 Jun. 2017
Amex Offers Upwork Twitter Sync Promotion: $100 Statement Credit For $200 Purchase
Upwork is an online site where you can find and hire quality freelancers or find rewarding projects if you’re a freelancer. American Express is currently offering a Upwork Twitter Sync Amex Offer where you can get a $100 Statement Credit when you spend $200+ in one more more transactions online at Upwork.com. This promotional offer
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7 Oct. 2019
[Expired] Ibotta: Signup for HelloFresh and Get $52; Stack with Amex Offer – Ends Today (10/7)
The Offer Check your Ibotta app to find this offer Ibotta is offering $52 back when signing up for a HelloFresh subscription. The Fine Print Expires on October 8th, 2019 at 2:59 am ET (a few hours from the time of this posting) Our Verdict Pretty nice offer. Swagbucks also has a $43 offer available;
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18 Mar. 2020
Best cash back credit card offers
This blog is usually all about points and miles.  The game we play involves acquiring points & miles, usually without traveling, in order to travel nearly for free.  Current events, though, has led some of us to turn towards cash-earning options: new credit card bonuses, new bank account bonuses, cash rewards from spend, cash back
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