US Airways, an airline that has become famous for monetizing its frequent flyer program, is now offering a buy-up to elite status at a price low enough to merit consideration. For years US Airways has sold elite status in...
U.S. Winter Storms Mean More Free Lonely Planet Travel Guide Apps
When snow pelted Europe last December, Lonely Planet offered free downloads of 13 European travel guide apps for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. With heavy snow hitting North America today, Lonely Planet is offering 13 free travel guides for the...
Free Facebook Access on Gogo Flights in February
Seven airlines have teamed up with Gogo and Ford to offer free Facebook access on North American flights featuring in-flight wi-fi during the month of February. Participants include: Virgin America AirTran Airways Alaska Airlines American Airlines Delta Air Lines...
Next Destination for Lufthansa A380: San Francisco
Right in the middle of our podcast tonight, Ben suddenly blurted out “Holy cow! Lufthansa just announced that SFO is getting the A380.” This was followed by furious typing then a quick quip, “Guys, they haven’t loaded in the...
Save $100 on a JetBlue Vacation Package
While not quite as lucrative as the $300 off Expedia deal to New York City, Cancún, or Las Vegas, JetBlue is offering $100 off any vacation package purchased through their "Getaways" website. If you are Southern California based and...
Free Lonely Planet Travel Guide Apps at iTunes
With all the snow that has blanketed Europe over the last week, Lonely Planet has taken pity and given us an early Christmas gift: 13 of their travel guide apps for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. For the next 48...
Up to 25% Off Air Canada Flights (originating from Canada)
Save an extra 25% off Air Canada Tango Plus fares (mid-range economy fares) for travel to Asia, the Caribbean, and Mexico from Canada. Book by tomorrow night (12/12) at aircanda.com using promo code FXMZXN71. Travel must be completed by June...
$40 Off United Airlines Domestic Flight via Student Universe (travel by 12/18)
Student Universe, an online travel agency for students and educators, is offering $40 off a United Airlines domestic itinerary of your choice. To use Student Universe, you simply need a .edu e-mail address, but there are no other strings attached–you can...
$20 in Free American Express Spending at JFK, EWR, LGA, CLE, and IAH
Receive a statement credit of up to $20 when you make a purchase with an eligible American Express Card at one or more of these participating merchants at the airports listed below. The offer is valid through 12/31/2010 (and...
Opening up a SunTrust Account for Delta SkyMiles, Take Two
It has been almost two months to the day since I opened up a couple SunTrust banks accounts in order to take advantage of a generous Delta SkyMiles offer, but no miles have posted to my account. And it’s all...
American Express $25 Small Business Promotion Extended Through December 31
Last Saturday evening I sat down to a late dinner at the Cheesecake Factory in Newport Beach with a nagging thought in the back of mind that I was forgetting something. Moments later, I received a text message from...
Double Elite and Redeemable Miles on American Airlines between LAX/SFO and DFW
As Virgin America prepares to enter the Dallas market, American Airlines is offering double elite qualifying miles (EQMs) and redeemable miles (RDMs) on flights between Los Angeles/San Francisco and Dallas/Fort Worth from November 29, 2010 through February 28, 2011....
Fly to New York City, Las Vegas, or Cancún for Free
This deal has been going on all afternoon, but the fat lady isn’t signing yet: Expedia.ca is offering $300 off your trip (air + hotel) to New York City, Las Vegas, or Cancún and there are no strings attached...
$25 Gift from American Express for Supporting Small Business
From Lucky: American Express is offering the first 100,000 people who register here a $25 statement credit if they spend at least $25 at a small business the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 27th. Here’s how AMEX defines a small business: Eligible merchants...
1,000 United Miles for Mobile Check-In
Earn 1,000 United miles for checking in for your flight on your mobile phone! Available on qualifying flights. Mobile check-in is currently available for any United- or United Express-operated flight within the U.S., Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin...
Earn 1,000 Bonus Miles from United Airlines
Earn a quick 1,000 miles from United just for updating your united.com profile. Dear Matthew, As a valued Mileage Plus® member, you should be the first to know about opportunities to earn award miles, partner offers, fare sales and...
1,000 Miles for Enrolling in US Airways Dividend Miles
If you haven’t already joined US Airways’ Dividend Miles program, take advantage of a new 1,000 bonus mile offer for signing up. Simply join by December 31 using promo code NMCB. You can also earn 2,000 additional miles if you...
Earn Double Rapid Rewards on Southwest Airlines’ Philadelphia Flights
For all the fun we have ribbing Southwest Airlines, I’m truly a WN fan. That doesn’t mean I’d ever choose them over any of the other airlines that serve Philadelphia (especially when their leisure fares are often the most expensive),...
Chase Mileage Plus Visa Offer: 20% Off Your Next United Saver Award
Just so there is no misunderstanding, it looks like this offer is targeted. I have not received the e-mail and am going off this FT thread. Nevertheless, I feel this deal is worth passing on and it certainly will not hurt...
10% Off Alaska Airlines Flights from SEA/SJC/OAK/SMF/SAN to Maui
Now through Sunday (10 October) you can save 10% off flights (base fare only) to Maui from Seattle, San Jose, Oakland, Sacramento, or San Diego. Simply book through Alaska Airlines and use discount code MAUIWOWIE10. Travel is restricted to...
