Paris, Abbreviated. Cafe Kleber, Trocadero And The Eiffel Tower At Night
We enjoyed a quick, nice meal at Cafe Kleber near Trocadero. We got finished just in time to climb the stairs at Trocadero and watch the spectacular Eiffel Tower light show.
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JetBlue Fare Sale Until Wednesday, May 7th Plus 4X Points
JetBlue is having a fare sale until May 7, 2014. They are also offering 4X points on all tickets purchased during the promo.
My Presentations On AAdvantage, Hyatt and Starwood From The Recent Frequent Traveler University
Thanks to everyone who attended my seminars at Frequent Traveler University in Seattle. I’ve uploaded my slides so you can view my presentations at Slide Share. I’m happy to answer any questions on my presentations.
American Airlines Announces Its Adding The Airbus A350 XWB To Their Fleet
American Airlines announced it was adding the A350 to their fleet. This is a byproduct of an order US Airways placed back in 2007. It’s a cool looking plane, but I’m still more of a Boeing guy.
US Airways Is Offering Their 100% Bonus On Purchased Miles Again
US Airways is offering 100% bonus on purchased miles for the next few weeks again. I didn’t think we’d see these offers in 2014, but I’m now starting to believe we’ll see them periodically until the end of the year.
Are Starpoints Getting Easier To Earn? How About Your Own Apartment At 35,000 Feet? Or a Co-Pilot Seat For An Awesome Voyage? Things I Find Interesting On Sunday, May 4, 2014
Can I tell you how excited I was to read this post on Hack My Trip talking about the possibility that the Starwood Preferred Guest American Express card may be getting some new benefits? I just got through presenting at Frequent Traveler University on…
United Is Offering Up To A 35% Discount On Purchased Miles. I’m Not Buying.
Buying miles is rarely a good proposition, but if you need to buy, United is selling miles for just under 2.5 cents a piece right now.
Check Your E-mail. Free Southwest Rapid Rewards Points If You’re An Airtran A+ Rewards Member
Check your e-mail for an offer of free points from Southwest for linking your AirTrain A+ Rewards account with your Southwest Rapid Rewards account.
Learning From My Crazy Day Of Travel
Here’s a handful of tips to help you next time you’re in crisis mode trying to make a flight. When delays happen due to weather and mechanical issues, be prepared to increase your chances of making it to your destination.
Chase Ink Sign-Up Bonus Increase, AA to Johannesburg, $5 Trip To Chicago And United Is Talking About Delta’s Changes. Things I Find Interesting On Thursday, May 1st, 2014
Chase Ink cards that earn Ultimate Rewards points are my favorite cards. View From the Wing is reporting that sign-up bonuses have increased to 60,000 points from the normal 50,000. The last time Chase did this it only lasted about a week, so you…