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Cheap Alternative For Tokyo To Narita Airport Transfers With The Keisei Bus For 1500 Yen
After all these years of using the Tokyo Limousine Bus as well as the Narita Express (both of which runs ~ 3500 Yen) I just discovered that there is a cheaper alternative from two locations: Tokyo Station and Ginza. I walked by the designated pickup […]
Nerfed: AMEX KrisFlyer Ascend boosts earn rate to 1.5 mpd, but removes Hilton free night voucher
The AMEX KrisFlyer Ascend now earns 1.5 mpd on local and FCY spend, but loses its Hilton free night voucher — which was really the only reason to keep it around.
AMEX KrisFlyer Cards Now Earn Up to 1.5 mpd, Ascend Drops Hilton Night
From 1 Nov 2026, the AMEX KrisFlyer Card earns 1.3 mpd. The AMEX KrisFlyer Ascend Card earns 1.5 mpd but its annual Hilton night gets replaced with 5,000 more miles via a renewal voucher.
Royal Jordanian Flash Hotel Status Match (Oneworld Sapphire) For For UK & EU Residents Until November 1 – 7, 2026
Royal Jordanian has an ongoing paid status match to its Silver Jay (Oneworld Ruby) and Gold Sparrow (Oneworld Sapphire) tiers for members of various airline and hotel loyalty programs (read more here). There is now a Flash Match for Royal Club Gold (Oneworld Sapphire) for […]
Singapore Airlines to unveil new seats and cabin experience on 6 November
Mark your calendars: 6 November 2026 is when Singapore Airlines will unveil its new cabin products and inflight experience to the world!
HSBC Revolution Card Promo: 16,800 Miles Sign-Up Bonus
In this limited-time HSBC Revolution Card promo, get 16,800 bonus miles when you apply as a new cardholder and meet the minimum spending requirement.
HSBC Premier Mastercard launches 60,000 bonus miles welcome offer
Apply for a HSBC Premier Mastercard by 31 December 2026 and get up to 60,000 bonus miles, valid for both new and existing HSBC cardholders.
ALL Accor 2X Points For Dining Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa Until December 13, 2026
Accor has launched a dining offer for F&B expenses at select hotels in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa until December 13, 2026. ALL Accor members can earn double points for these dines when they are not staying (you earn more if you are staying […]
United States Will Require Signed Ebola Statement From All International Arrivals From November 3, 2026
United States will require all international arrivals, including US nationals and permanent residents, to provide a written statement that they have not been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the previous 21 days. US nationals and citizens at select airports will also […]
IHG 15% Off Awards At Select New & Refreshed Hotels Through April 30, 2027
IHG has updated its award discount promotion, which lets IHG One Rewards members save on points at select new or renovated hotels. The promotion will now run until April 30, 2027. IHG One Rewards members can save 15% on the number of points OR the […]
Compensation Clinic: Hyatt Hotels Dining Pre-Order System Fail During Dinner
This week’s Compensation Clinic is making a stop at Hyatt again, where I had an issue with an in-house order system for dining, offered via QR Code and mobile App from the room. Readers are encouraged to send us questions, comments, or opinions by email, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. […]
Chocolate Finance Jars feature: More protection for your Chocolate Visa Card
Chocolate Finance's new Jars feature allows you to segregate funds between spending and saving, limiting the potential damage of a fraudulent transaction on your Chocolate Visa Card.
Reader Question: European Enty Exit System (EES) Issue – Exit Never Recorded?
A LoyaltyLobby reader sent us an interesting case about the European Entry-Exit System (EES) not properly recording their exit because a border guard manually stamped them out. Have a mishap, a loyalty story, or something else travel-related to share? Please send it to us at […]
OCBC credit cards offering 8% cashback on FCY spending — with very few exclusions
From 1 November to 31 December 2026, targeted OCBC cardholders earn 8% cashback on FCY spending above their personalised spend goal — even for education, hospitals, utilities and donations.
ALL Accor+ Explorer Offering 3,000 Bonus Points to New Members
ALL Accor+ Explorer is offering 3,000 bonus Accor points (worth ~S$87) on new memberships from 1 Oct to 30 Nov 2026, plus the usual 2 free nights, 30% off dining and up to 50% off rooms.
Success! IHG Premier Credit Card $100 Airline Credit (Don’t Forget To Use!)
IHG with Chase launched a refreshed line of cobranded credit cards earlier this month (read more here), and there are benefits that Chase has NOT communicated to existing cardholders at all. Existing IHG Premier credit cardholders are eligible for a $100 statement credit both in […]
GHA Discovery Double Elite Qualifying Nights November 1 – December 31, 2026
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has launched a year-end promotion to get more GHA Discovery members to qualify for status. GHA Discovery members can earn double elite qualifying nights for stays booked and consumed between November 1 and December 31, 2026. You must register for this […]
Air France “Shadow” Cancels Dubai Flights Until December 1 & Riyadh Until January 11, 2027
Air France has now officially canceled Dubai flights until November 7 and Riyadh until December 12, 2026, but they have “shadow” canceled these flights much further out. Air France has removed availability on Dubai flights until December 1st, and Riyadh until January 11, 2027. This […]
ALL Accor Double Points For Stays At Select Brands In Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa Through March 31, 2027 (Book By December 13)
Accor has launched a bonus points offer for stays at select brands and hotels in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa between October 27 and March 31, 2027. ALL Accor members can earn double points if they first register for this offer and then book […]
Massive Amadeus Hack Affecting Hundreds Of Thousands Of Passengers Across Multiple Airlines
Amadeus, the Spanish company that provides critical infrastructure to many airlines, was hacked for an extended period between August 10, 2023, and September 23, 2026. Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Japan Airlines have informed affected passengers, and the hack also affects other airlines, including Korean […]
Lufthansa Crew Member Dies at Conrad Bengaluru Swimming Pool; Electrocution Suspected
In some unfortunate news, a member of the Lufthansa cabin crew passed away in Bengaluru, whi The post Lufthansa Crew Member Dies at Conrad Bengaluru Swimming Pool; Electrocution Suspected appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
Rant: Entire Residential Apartment Buildings Being Converted To Air BnB’s & Hotels
Today I have somewhat of a rant topic that I seriously came to hate, namely owners turning their entire apartment buildings into Air BnB’s or residential style hotels to maximize profit in soaring markets. This week I found out that our former apartment in Tokyo-Ebisu […]
Amaze Card offering 2,000 bonus InstaPoints for wallet and card-linked spend
From 1-15 November 2026, the Amaze Card is offering up to 2,000 bonus InstaPoints for wallet and card-linked spend, but only for spending beyond your personalised spend goal — which can be substantial.
Maybank Horizon Visa Signature offering 3.2 mpd on selected FCY spend
From 1 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, earn an uncapped 3.2 mpd on online and offline FCY spend in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand.
ALL Accor Greater China 3X Points + Instant Gold With Fast Track Until December 31, 2026 (Book By November 15)
Accor has a new bonus points offer for stays in Greater China, and you can also get an instant ALL Gold for 90 days with a fast track to keep it through December 31, 2027. ALL Accor members can earn triple points for stays in […]
UPDATE: SAS EuroBonus Worldwide Status Match Now Live (Valid Countries)
SAS EuroBonus launched earlier this month a worldwide limited-time status match offer for elite members of most Star Alliance, Oneworld, and other significant airlines. SAS has now updated which countries they match or doesn’t (previously only China, Brazil, and Argentina were excluded). Elite members of the […]
Wyndham Relaunches Vacation Home Rentals Under “Homes & Havens”
Wyndham is reentering vacation home rentals for the second time after its previous deal with Vacasa ended on December 1, 2025 (read more here). The Homes & Havens platform initially lists 800 or so professionally managed homes, villas, and units. You can access Wyndham’s Homes […]
Singapore Airlines Extends Dubai Flight Cancellations Through February 28, 2027
Singapore Airlines has today extended its Dubai flight cancellations through February 28, 2027. Singapore Airlines doesn’t appear to offer rebookings on other airlines, as all responsible airlines would, but is only offering a refund. You can access Singapore Airlines here. Singapore Airlines Notice: Advisory on […]
Grand Hyatt Barcelona Becomes RIU Plaza Hotel On April 1, 2027
Hyatt is about to lose its flagship hotel, Grand Hyatt Barcelona, on April 1, 2027, when the property becomes affiliated with RIU and is reflagged as a RIU Plaza hotel. Grand Hyatt Barcelona became a Grand Hyatt in April 2024, and has been affiliated with […]
Air France & KLM Flying Blue Status Match Expands To Switzerland
Air France and KLM’s Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in Switzerland in addition to those in Greece and Israel. Flying Blue matches tiers from many Star Alliance and Oneworld airlines, plus a few others. You can access this offer on Statusmatch’s […]
Boeing Wants to “Get It Right” with the scale-up of production rather than do it fast
Boeing has decided not to go full speed on increasing production, but to get it right first. The post Boeing Wants to “Get It Right” with the scale-up of production rather than do it fast appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
EXTENDED: ALL Accor+ Explorer Sign Up Promo With 3,000 Bonus Points October 1 – November 30, 2026
Accor Plus’s updated pricing went live on October 1st (prices went up slightly + corrected currency fluctuation changes since the last “calibration”), and they also launched a new sign-up promo that was supposed to end tomorrow, but has now been extended until November 30, 2026. ALL Accor+ […]
Flipkart SuperCoins Conversion Bonus With 1:1 Airline Miles and 2:1 Accor Points through October 8, 2026
About 10 more days to extract extra value out of your Flipkart Supercoins. The post Flipkart SuperCoins Conversion Bonus With 1:1 Airline Miles and 2:1 Accor Points through October 8, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
Flipkart SuperCoins Conversion Bonus With 1:1 Airline Miles and 2:1 Accor Points through November 8, 2026
About 10 more days to extract extra value out of your Flipkart Supercoins. The post Flipkart SuperCoins Conversion Bonus With 1:1 Airline Miles and 2:1 Accor Points through November 8, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
Fabulous Fridays: Beautiful, Creative Hotel Welcome Cards & Amenities
This week’s Fabulous Friday is about the creative side of the hotel guest experience and the management team when preparing for the arrival of their Elite and VIP guests, leaving a personalized welcome amenity in the room. Those guests with top-tier status or who are […]
Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Offering 3.2 mpd on 8 Asian Currencies
Maybank Horizon Visa Signature cardholders can earn an uncapped 3.2 mpd on spending in 8 Asian currencies from 1 Nov 2026 to 31 Jan 2027.
World of Hyatt Offering a Free Night for Hotel Dining in 7 Countries
Targeted World of Hyatt members can earn a Category 1-4 Free Night Award for spending US$1,500 on non-stay dining at Hyatt restaurants in 7 countries (incl. Singapore) from 27 Oct to 18 Dec 2026. Registration is required.
PSA: Your Trust Freedom Card is actually a debit card, sort of
While it's marketed as a credit card, the Trust Freedom Card actually codes as a debit card — and that can lead to some interesting situations...
MileLion Weekly Deal Summary [24-30 Oct 26]
All the deals from the world of miles and points [24-30 Oct 26].
Malta Significantly Increases Tourist Taxes From January 1, 2027
A reader sent us a tip that Malta is significantly increasing tourism-related fees, in fact, multiplying them, from January 1, 2027. The Maltese government doesn’t call these tourism taxes but is rather “greenwashing” the fee and calls it an eco-contribution. The tourism tax started at […]
ALL Accor To Emirates Skywards Points-to-Miles 25% Conversion Promotion Until November 30, 2026
Accor and Emirates have launched a points-to-miles conversion promotion that is valid from today (October 29) through November 30, 2026. Conversions from ALL to Emirates are boosted by 25% for the duration of this offer. You can access Accor’s page for Emirates here, and Emirates […]
IHG One Rewards Emirates Skywards Double Miles For Stays Until January 31, 2027 (Book By November 30)
IHG has launched a bonus miles offer for Emirates Skywards member stays worldwide until January 31, 2027. Skywards members can earn 4 miles per USD for stays at most hotels if they register for this offer and book by November 30. You can access this […]
Hyatt Leverage Relaunch Promo: Double Points For Stays Through December 31, 2026
Hyatt has had a Leverage program intended for SMEs that was recently paused and has now been relaunched. All existing program members, however, need to apply. There is also a launch offer for double World of Hyatt points for stays that are booked and consumed […]
Harbour Air Awards Now Available Using Air Canada Aeroplan Miles
Air Canada and Vancouver-based Harbor Air signed a frequent flyer partnership last year (read more here), allowing Aeroplan members to earn miles on their flights. Now, Aeroplan members can use miles for Harbour Air flights, starting at 9,000 miles. You can access Air Canada’s page […]
ALL Accor 5,000 Bonus Points For A Stay December 8 – March 28, 2027 (Book By November 1?)
Accor yesterday launched its sale (read more here), and there is now also a bonus opportunity for 5,000 ALL points. It is extremely unclear what stay qualifies for these bonus points, as there is a significant conflict between the information on the promo landing page […]
Award Success: ANA Mileage Club Economy Award Beijing to Osaka For 5,000 Miles
In our Award Success series, I’d like to feature another award I issued with ANA Mileage Club, this time a one-way Economy Class ticket on ANA-operated flights, issued under a promotional cabin at a very low rate. For this trip, I needed a flight from […]
The MileLion’s 2026 Credit Card Strategy
My final card strategy update for 2026: the latest nerfs and buffs, and where new cards like the Trust Freedom Card and GXS Credit Card fit in.
World of Hyatt offering elite qualifying nights or Cat 1-4 free night award for hotel dining
From 27 October to 18 December 2026, targeted members can earn elite qualifying nights or a Cat 1-4 free night award from F&B spend in Singapore and Asia Pacific.
ALL Accor “Stay For More” Sale For Stays In Europe, North Africa, Greater China, India & Elsewhere December 8 – March 28, 2027 (Book By November 1)
Accor has launched a “Stay for More” sale, first open to ALL members until November 1st, then to everyone else. The discount in most markets and brands is 25% for stays of 2 nights or more between December 8 and March 28, 2027. You can access […]
Etihad Guest Members Can Now Earn Miles For STARLUX Flights
Etihad and STARLUX launched their frequent flyer partnership in August (read more here), giving Etihad Guest members access to STARLUX reward seats. Now, Etihad Guest members can also earn miles for STARLUX flights, and Etihad also uses the STARLUX lounge in Taipei for its flights. You can […]
Volotea Files For Pre-Insolvency Protection In Spain
The Spanish low cost carrier of which Aegean owns more than 20% has filed for pre-insolvency protection with a Spanish Court in Barcelona. The airline now has three to six months to renegotiate is debt obligations that currently stand at 356M euros. You can access […]
Hyatt Opposes Hilton’s “Select by Hilton” Trademark Application
Hyatt and Hilton both launched their “Select” brands in 2025, and Hyatt has now filed a formal opposition to Hilton’s “Select by Hilton” trademark application. Hyatt Select is Hyatt’s lower accomondation brands, while Hilton plans to bring outside brands, such as recently launched YOTEL, part […]
KLM Cancels Dubai Flights Until March 27, 2027 & Air France Continues Weekly Rolling Cancellations (No Start In Sight)
Air France – KLM Group appears to be struggling with its service resumption to Dubai, and KLM has already canceled all flights until March 27, 2027, which is the start of the IATA Summer Season. Air France has currently zeroed out all availability until November […]
Marriott Kills mycitizenM+ Subscription Product November 17, 2026
Marriott acquired citizenM hotel brand last year (read more here), and quickly completed the integration of hotels into Marriott Bonvoy by late November 2025 (read more here). citizenM has its own paid discount program, mycitizenM+, which Marriott will close to new enrollments and renewals effective […]
Thailand Visa Processing Backlog In Many Countries Causes Frustration With Travelers
Travelers around the world have reported very long processing times for their visitor visa to Thailand and in many cases it hasn’t been issued in time for the traveler to actually fly as intended, causing no-shows. This is especially bad in cases where there is […]
Air India Maharaja Club and SBI Card announce a new co-branded credit card partnership
Air India has chosen its long-trusted partner, SBI Cards, to issue its co-branded credit card in the coming months. Here are the details of this new partnership. The post Air India Maharaja Club and SBI Card announce a new co-branded credit card partnership appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
HeyMax First membership guide: Fly now, earn later
HeyMax First members can borrow up to 1 million Max Miles, but its "off-label" uses — such as buying credit card miles from just 0.36 cents — are just as interesting!
Best Western Rebrands Under WorldHotels & WorldHotels Rewards
Best Western acquired WorldHotels in 2019, but has kept the brand and loyalty programs separate until now. In a surprise move, Best Western Hotels will use WorldHotels as its masterbrand going forward, and Best Western Rewards will become WorldHotels Rewards on January 5, 2027. The […]
UOB discontinues applications for UOB Privilege Banking Card
The UOB Privilege Banking Card wasn't the most exciting, but it was a free Visa Infinite, and a free way of converting UNI$ for those with the AUM.
London Heathrow Terminal Shuffle In 2028: Delta, Finnair, JAL, China Southern & LATAM
London Heathrow Airport is making minor adjustments to what airlines will operate from which terminals in 2028 that will significantly affect some. These changes will mainly affect Delta, Finnair, and Japan Airlines premium travelers and elite members, as they will all move from Terminal 3 […]
Hilton Hotel Openings Report September 2026
Hilton regularly published a list of newly opened hotels with standard point pricing, but discontinued this practice after abolishing award categories. There is still a handy hotel openings spreadsheet that Hilton sends out to the trade, listing the hotels and the brand under which they […]
New Hyatt Promotion: One Elite Qualifying Night For Each US$1000 In APAC F&B Spend (Up To 10 Nights)
World of Hyatt published a new, creative promotion offering one elite qualifying night (up to 10) for each US$1000 spent on F&B charges at participating hotels, which is something they never had before. This promotion popped up this evening in my Hyatt App and might […]
Iberia Gift Cards In USD/EUR/GBP 10% Off Until November 3, 2026
Iberia has brought back its usual Halloween Gift Card sale, which should be available in all usual currencies on November 3, 2026. Iberia gift cards can be used to purchase flights on the company’s website and are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You […]
Alaska Airlines Buy Miles Up To 110% Bonus + Increased Limit Until November 7, 2026
Alaska Airlines has launched its seventh Buy Miles Sale, offering up to a 110% bonus and an increased purchase for 2026, valid until November 7. Alaska Airlines joined the Oneworld alliance in March 2021, and you can redeem miles with all Oneworld airlines. Alaska also has […]
Can You Comfortably Sleep At 26 Celsius/79 Fahrenheit? Case: Venice & Italy Regulations
What is comfortable in room temperature is one of those issues that appears to vary widely between where you live and what you have used to. When I was in Venice earlier this month to check out the latest Biennale, I came across the following […]
Turkish Airlines 1,923 Bonus Status Miles For Booking October 29 & Travel January 1 – May 31, 2027
Turkish Airlines is celebrating Republic Day by offering 1,923 bonus status miles for a mobile app booking made on October 29. The bonus miles are posted within 7 days after the qualifying flight is flown. The eligible flight must take place January 1 – May […]
Marriott Bonvoy Homes & Villas Triple Points For Summer Stays In 2027 (Book By November 20)
Marriott has launched a new bonus points offer for stays at Homes & Villas next summer, between May 24 and September 11, 2027. Marriott Bonvoy members can earn triple points if they book by November 20 for stays of five nights or longer. You can access […]
Delta One Award Flash Sale For Travel To Asia, Europe, Latin America & The US For Travel Through 2027 (Book By October 29)
Delta Air Lines has launched a SkyMiles flash sale to select destinations in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the US, and the valid dates are city-pair specific. The award sale this time applies to Delta’s business class, which they call Delta One, and is available […]
Air India introduces New Amenity Kits and Pajamas for First and Business Class
Air India is unveiling a new set of amenity kits and pyjamas for their business and first class customers. The post Air India introduces New Amenity Kits and Pajamas for First and Business Class appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
ALL Signature Customer Pre-Black Friday 20% Off Sign Up Offers October 26 – November 20, 2026
Accor in Brazil has launched a pre-Black Friday warm-up offer to encourage members to sign up for ALL Signature at 20% off through November 20, 2026. The ALL Signature is open to Accor members worldwide. ALL Signature went through a significant price increase recently, and […]
Air India launches Mumbai–Toronto non-stop flights, adds a new direct link to Canada
Air India has launched a new route between Mumbai and Toronto Pearson, a seasonal. Here are the details of this 3X weekly flight. The post Air India launches Mumbai–Toronto non-stop flights, adds a new direct link to Canada appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
ANA All Nippon Airways No Longer Allows Standby On Partner Issued Award Tickets
Some time ago, I covered that ANA All Nippon Airways usually allows travelers on award tickets to stand by for earlier domestic flights and sometimes even confirms them straight at the check-in counter, but that policy seems to have changed. At least when traveling on […]
IHG 30% Off Destination Deals For Stays In Many Markets October 30 – December 13, 2026 (Book By November 1)
IHG has launched a new up to 30% off Destinations Deals sale for stays between October 30 and December 13, 2026. The sale is valid for stays in select countries in Europe and China, and in select US markets, and is available for bookings until […]
Qantas Premium Economy & First Class Award Now Available Through Air France – KLM’s Flying Blue
Qantas and Air France – KLM launched a partnership in 2019 (read more here), expanded it in July last year (read more here), and promised “enhanced” loyalty cooperation “soon”. Flying Blue members can now use their miles for Qantas Premium Economy and First Class award tickets. You […]
Singapore Airlines soft opens new KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Changi Terminal 2
The new KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at Changi Terminal 2 has started to emerge, and looks like a big improvement over its predecessor.
HSBC Cards Offering S$60 Off Singapore Airlines Flights
From (10am) 27 Oct to 2 Nov 2026, get S$60 off per Singapore Airlines ticket, for up to 2 passengers per booking, when paying with an HSBC card and applying a promo code.
ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe Exits IHG System On December 1, 2026
IHG has begun sending notices to guests with bookings at the ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe hotel after November 30, 2026. ANA Crowne Plaza Kobe will exit the IHG system on December 1, 2026, but will continue to operate under another undisclosed brand and name from […]
Qatar Airways & WestJet Launch Codeshare Partnership
Qatar Airways and WestJet, based in Calgary, have started to codeshare each other’s flights. Qatar codeshares WestJet’s flights from Toronto and Montreal to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, St Johns, and Winnipeg. It is not clear if WestJet also codeshares Qatar Airways flights, […]
Amex US Leading Hotels Of The World, Best Western & WorldHotels Offers Through December 31, 2026
American Express often has various offers on its cards that are cardholder- and country-specific, but often they tend to be somewhat similar. There are three hotel related offers have recently shown under my account that are releant for our readers from Leading Hotels of the […]
Air France – KLM Flying Blue Subscribe To Miles Launches Complete+ With 30,000 Miles
Air France–KLM’s Flying Blue has had a Points.com “Subscribe to Miles” module for a while that lets you subscribe to a set number of miles each month. They have now launched a new Complete+ tier that allows Flying Blue members to buy 30,000 miles monthly. […]
ALL Accor Fairmont Offer With Daily $50 F& Credit For Stays Through March 31, 2027.
Accor has launched a sale, “Stay Longer, Enjoy More,” for stays at participating Fairmont hotels worldwide until March 31, 2027. The rate plan comes with a daily $50 F&B credit that is cumulative. There is a minimum stay requirement of two nights, You can access […]
Reminder: New Tax-Free Shopping Refund Regulations In Japan Starting November 1, 2026
As we previously mentioned, starting November 1, 2026, Japan will introduce a new Tax-Free Shopping process for international travelers that will unfortunately see an end to instant in-store processing. All purchases from November 1st and beyond will need to be processed at the airport, as […]
Finally: Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore joining Marriott Bonvoy in December 2026
From December 2026, the Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore will finally join Marriott Bonvoy, allowing members to earn and redeem points, and enjoy elite benefits.
My Miles & Credit Card Strategy in 2026
The Miles Game has evolved significantly in recent years, and flexible miles now matter as much as high credit card earn rates. Here's my low-stress game plan.
HeyMax First access fees now payable with credit cards, buy miles at 0.73 cents each
HeyMax First access fees can now be paid via credit card, with a 3% fee. This allows you to buy miles at 0.73 cents each, but it might not last long...
IHG One Rewards offering 100% bonus on points purchases
From now till 6 November 2026, buy up to 400,000 IHG One Rewards points at 0.5 US cents per point.
IHG Promo Success! Stacking Global Promo With Voco 3X Points Offer
IHG’s program can be very lucrative if you play the promotions right, although the bonus offers were better last year than this (although 2X elite nights have been more common so far in 2026). IHG currently has up to triple points global offer, and triple […]
Citi ThankYou To Cathay Pacific Asia Miles 10% Conversion Bonus October 25 – November 14, 2026
Citi has launched a new conversion bonus this time with Cathay Pacific that is valid for transfers made between October 25 and November 14, 2026. ThankYou to Asia Miles points-to-miles conversions are bonused by 105 during the promo period. You can access ThankYou here, and […]
Amex Membership Rewards US To Marriott Bonvoy Conversion Bonus Until December 10, 2026
American Express has various conversion bonus offers with its point transfer partners, and now there is one with Marriott Bonvoy until December 10, 2026. Amex Membership Rewards (MR) to Marriott Bonvoy points-to-points are bonused by 35%. You can access Marriott here, and Amex here. READ […]
IndiGo and Air India Express commit to Shift Flights to Navi Mumbai Airport in the coming months
Air India Express and IndiGo have agreed to move some of their flights to Navi Mumbai International Airport. Here are the destinations that will see the move. The post IndiGo and Air India Express commit to Shift Flights to Navi Mumbai Airport in the coming months appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
Riyadh Air & Saudia Temporarily Relocate Their Riyadh (RUH) Hub To Qassim (ELQ)
Riyadh Airport (RUH) has been closed for about two weeks due to Houthi attacks, and it is reportedly partially reopening for travel today (October 25, 2026). However, Saudia and Riyadh Air have both temporarily relocated their Riyadh operations to Qassim Airport (ELQ), roughly 350 to […]
Compensation Clinic: Marriott Best Rate Disappointment Guarantee Complaint
This week’s Compensation Clinic is about Marriott’s complete joke of a “Best Rate Guarantee” and how badly the program is administered these days, either denied outright or not responded to in time. As I previously covered, I filed a BRG for a stay at the […]
Singapore Airlines A350 retrofit: Why no love for Premium Economy & Economy?
No 4K screens, no Bluetooth, no USB-C: SIA’s A350 retrofit leaves Premium Economy and Economy passengers flying into the 2030s with yesterday’s tech. And it's the same story across the rest of the fleet — until the B777-9 arrives.
PSA: OCBC offering free points conversions for most airlines and hotel partners
OCBC cardholders can transfer 90°N Miles, OCBC$ and VOYAGE Miles to airline miles or hotel points with a waiver of the S$25 conversion fee — except for KrisFlyer.
Lufthansa, Swiss & Eurowings Postpone Dubai Service Resumption Until November 25, 2026
Lufthansa and Swiss were scheduled to resume Dubai services starting tomorrow (October 25, 2026) from Zurich, Frankfurt, and Munich, and Eurowings from November 1st, but these plans have now been put on hold. Now, Lufthansa Group has decided to suspend these services until November 25, […]
Accor 5,000 Or 9,000 Bonus Points For ALL Accor+ ibis & Voyager Subscribers For A Stay By January 22, 2027 (Book By November 20)
Accor launched a new Mega Bonus offer on Thursday to drive ALL Accor ibis and Voyager subscriptions by offering bonus points for a stay that essentially covers the purchase price (read more here). We didn’t note at the time that this also applies to existing […]
Air India Cuts Four European Routes as Winter Schedule Changes Take Effect
Air India is cutting flights to Europe. 4 flights are set to be cut. Vienna, Birmingham, Copenhagen, LGW are on the chopping block. The post Air India Cuts Four European Routes as Winter Schedule Changes Take Effect appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
8 great miles and points buying opportunities available as of October 24, 2026
There is a whole bunch of sweet offers on buying points and miles going on this week. Take a look, and take your pick The post 8 great miles and points buying opportunities available as of October 24, 2026 appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
GHA DISCOVERY selling D$ with a 15% discount
From now to 19 November 2026, buy D$ at a 15% discount, and redeem them for hotel stays worldwide.
ANA All Nippon Airways Increases Fuel Surcharges Again From November 1, 2026
Those seeking to purchase paid or award tickets with ANA All Nippon Airways should do so before November 1st, as the airline has announced another wave of fuel surcharge increases. ANA reviews fuel surcharges every two months and adjusts them based on current market conditions […]
POSTED: World Of Hyatt Air Canada Aeroplan Dual Accrual Offer For Stays October 14 – February 14, 2027
Hyatt and Air Canada launched a partnership in July (read more here) that includes benefits like reciprocal tier fast tracks. Then they launched an offer last week for 1.5 bonus Aeroplan miles for each USD spent at Hyatt hotels between October 14 and February 15, […]
Singapore Airlines Unveils New KrisWorld, Only Refreshing A350 Economy
Singapore Airlines' retrofitted A350s get Starlink Wi-Fi but only "refreshed" Economy and Premium Economy seats, while A350 Business and First Class and every 777-9 cabin get new 4K screens, USB-C and Bluetooth.
World of Hyatt offering 20% discount on points purchases
From now till 22 December 2026, buy World of Hyatt points with a 20% discount, or 2.08 US cents each.
AMEX KrisFlyer Credit Card cuts SIA cashback to S$100, but makes it easier to earn and spend
The AMEX KrisFlyer Credit Card's SIA cashback benefit has been cut from S$150 to S$100 and must now be used within two months, but the qualifying spend and minimum spend have also been reduced.
SUCCESS! IHG Buy Points 100% Bonus Flash Sale With Increased Limit + Extra Gift Until October 13, 2026 (GIFT POSTED)
IHG has close to never ending buy points promotion (there is now one as well), but earlier this month (read more here) there was a rather interesting twist with their offer, as it offered 3,500 bonus points as a separate transaction. The promotion T&Cs stated […]
Security Check Meltdown At Kastrup Airport (CPH) In Copenhagen With Hours-Long Lines & Missed Flights
A reader alerted US to a security check meltdown at SAS’s main Copenhagen hub affecting departing passengers since Thursday. A new security check (what – unclear) was mandated by the government and has led to hours-long security lines and thousands of missed flights by passengers. […]
Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles Double Miles Between Istanbul – China November 11 – March 31, 2027 (Book October 22 – 28)
Turkish Airlines has launched a bonus miles campaign to coincide with its new Chengdu route to China. Miles&Smiles members can earn double miles on all four routes between Istanbul and PEK/PVG/CAN/TFU between November 11 – March 31, 2027, if booked October 22 – 28. You […]
Emirates “Mile-A-Minute” Up To 7,200 Bonus Skywards Miles For Dubai Stopover October 21 – December 31, 2026 (Book October 21 – November 5)
Emirates has relaunched its “Mile-A-Minute” promotion for passengers who fly with the airline and stop over in Dubai, offering 1 mile per minute (max 7,200 miles for a 5–day stopover). The offer is valid for travel between October 21 and December 31m 2026, and must […]
Qatar Airways Privilege Get Back Your Tier Expiring March 1 – December 18, 2026
Qatar Airways has launched an easy way for some Privilege Club members to get back to their tier that has expired between March 1 and December 18, 2026. Privilege Club members must book a trip originating from Doha between October 11 and December 18, and […]
ALL Accor North & Central America + Caribbean Double Points October 19 – December 31, 2026
Accor has launched a promotion for stays at select hotels in North America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Fairmont Rio de Janeiro from October 19 to December 31, 2026. ALL Accor members can earn double points if they first register for this offer and then […]
Etihad Guest Up To 50% Off Promo Award Sale For Travel Until December 15, 2026 (Book By October 31)
Etihad has launched a Promo Award sale offering up to 50% off travel in economy, business, and first class through December 15, 2026. Etihad Guest members must make the eligible bookings by October 31. You can access this offer on Etihad’s website here. Destinations on Sale Using Miles: […]
GHA Buy Discovery Dollars At 15% Off October 22 – November 19, 2026
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has launched its fourth 2026 Discovery Dollars (D$) sale, valid until November 19. GHA Discovery members, regardless of tier, can buy D$ at a 15% discount, up to D$5,000. You can access this offer on GHA’s website here. Earning and using […]
Akasa Air launches redemptions on its Akasa Elevate loyalty programme
After a few months of launch, Akasa Air has added redemption capabilities to the loyalty programme. Here are the details. The post Akasa Air launches redemptions on its Akasa Elevate loyalty programme appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
Equitas PowerMiles Finally Gets Its First Airline Transfer Partner, After Multiple Delays
Air India is the first partner for transfer conversion of points at Equitas PowerMiles Credit Card. Arriving just over a year late. The post Equitas PowerMiles Finally Gets Its First Airline Transfer Partner, After Multiple Delays appeared first on Live From A Lounge .
KrisShop offering 3,500 bonus miles for Apple products with KrisFlyer UOB Cards
Spend at least S$2,500 on eligible Apple products on KrisShop with a KrisFlyer UOB Card and earn 3,500 bonus miles, on top of KrisShopper and credit card miles — but only for the first 400 customers.
Fabulous Fridays: TUMI Emergency Luggage Repair In Japan With Excellent Service
This week’s Fabulous Friday is about the excellent service by Tumi Japan, where I suddenly faced a dilemma when one wheel of my Tumi cabin bag disintegrated and needed urgent repair. Even though the wheel was still turning for the time being, it would have […]
Hyatt Buy Points At 20% Discount Through December 21, 2026
Hyatt has launched its fourth buy points offer for 2026, allowing members to purchase them at a 20% discount through December 21. Members can buy up to 55,000 points every calendar year, sometimes doubling to 110,000 before any possible bonuses. Hyatt offers opportunities throughout the year to purchase points. […]
How to check MCCs instantly with Trust cards
Forget Amaze's 15-minute delay — you can check MCCs immediately with a blocked Trust card. Here's how.
MileLion Weekly Deal Summary [17-23 Oct 26]
All the deals from the world of miles and points [17-23 Oct 26].
British Airways The Club April Fools’ Day 2027 Changes
British Airways has started sending out very confusing emails about changes that will take effect from April Fools’ Day 2027. We already covered yesterday the changes to the Tier Points required for reaching Silver and Gold tiers, but those are not the only things “evolving”. […]