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Discover a collection of retired posts and legacy content featuring detailed reviews of luxury hotels and premium flights, showcasing unique travel experiences from the past. For the most recent posts, please visit the Blog.

How to Book Your Flight With Avios

This is the final segment of our Beginner’s Guide to Mastering British Airways Avios series, where we’ll take a look at the last piece of the travel rewards puzzle – actually booking your flights! Or, if you’re checking reward availability, you can follow along for this post and see how to use the “Book with

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5 Tips for Travel Hacking Uber with American Express Canada

In the US, American Express Platinum cardmembers get $200 in annual credits ($15 per month) that can be used towards Uber, a ride-sharing service, or Uber Eats, a food delivery service. However, in Canada, we aren’t so lucky. So how can American Express cardholders in Canada travel hack Uber for some free rides and food?

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How To Get Resort Fees Waived at Las Vegas Hotels

Two out of the three hotels I stayed at during my Las Vegas trip charged resort fees. Most hotels in Vegas charge resort fees, which is also becoming a trend in non-traditional resort markets as well. Here’s a look at the resort fees for the hotels I stayed in, how I got them waived, and

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How To Travel Hack Las Vegas on Points

Follow Britt from PointsWise as she shows Canadians how to travel hack Las Vegas using points! You’ll get an inside look at how to use the American Express Platinum Card Canada for flights, hotels, lounges, and food, plus stay tuned for some fun Vegas adventures! Follow along right here, or on Facebook or Instagram:   

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Hotel Review: Watermark Beach Resort (2 Bedroom Suite), Osoyoos, BC

Booking Our Room at the Watermark I decided to use my $200 annual travel credit from American Express towards a one night stay at the Osoyoos Watermark Beach Resort in a two bedroom suite for my birthday weekend. My boyfriend Johnny, and our three dogs, Trevor, Stacy and Hemi would be coming along for the

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Best Travel Rewards Cards in Canada for 2019

5 Tips For Choosing The Best Travel Rewards Card in Canada for 2019 Choosing the best travel rewards credit card in Canada can be an exciting, but overwhelming decision to make. The lure of (almost) free travel, and laying on the beach in Hawaii can finally be a real possibility with the right card. You’ve

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How To Get Up to a $100 USD Daily Credit at Fairmont Hotels

Currently, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts is offering a promotion where you can receive up to a $100 USD daily credit when you stay at Fairmont properties around the world. This credit is applied daily during your stay,so you’ll be able to use it on the property towards things like: Restaurants and bars Room service Spa

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New Welcome Bonus On The American Express SPG Card In Canada

New Welcome Bonus On The American Express SPG Card In Canada

Update 2019-02-26: Please note that the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) American Express Card Canada is no longer available. It has been replaced by the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card. Get the details here! Introduction The merger of Marriott and Starwood is now complete, after months of updates we finally have a new welcome bonus on

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Suite Upgrade At The Fairmont Mayakoba

Big News From Tyler And A Recap From Our Recent Vacation Using Points

Introduction A lot of our reader’s have been asking where I’ve been lately – the short answer is on vacation! While previously I would have been blogging and writing reviews while on holidays, I decided this time to really unplug and enjoy some quality time with Brad and friends. As a travel blogger, it can

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PointsWise - AMEX Card Travel Tips for Canadians

PointsWise helps Canadians earn more travel rewards with expert insights on credit cards, loyalty programs, and travel hacks. Explore reviews of American Express cards and strategies to unlock unforgettable travel experiences!

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