Miles & Points Discussion

Value vs. Enjoyment: How Do Points Shape the Way You Travel?
Insights Oct 1, 2019

How does Miles & Points change the way you travel? How do you decide between maximizing the value of your...

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Back to School: Credit Card Rewards for Students
Guides Aug 26, 2019

With September right around the corner, our summer intern Andrew signs off with some words on how to maximize credit...

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Miles & Points: The 6 Levels of the Game
Insights Jul 9, 2019

Travelling on points is often compared to playing a game. So what are the levels to this game, and how...

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Points Valuations by Prince of Travel
Guides Jun 4, 2019

Introducing Points Valuations, a new addition to our Resources section, that provides a rough value for all of Canada’s major...

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10 Annoying Frustrations in Miles & Points
Guides May 1, 2019

As you earn and redeem points, you’re bound to encounter some pretty major frustrations along the way. Here are 10...

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United MileagePlus Changes: What Does This Mean for Air Canada?
News Apr 16, 2019

My commentary on the future of the Air Canada loyalty program, especially in light of United MileagePlus’s recent changes towards...

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Is the Aeroplan Mini-RTW Right for Everyone?
Guides Feb 21, 2019

The Aeroplan Mini-RTW is often touted as the best way to redeem airline miles in Canada, but it comes with...

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To All the Skeptical Significant Others…
Guides Feb 19, 2019

Are you trying to convince your significant other to earn points in two-player mode, but being met with steadfast skepticism?...

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What’s the “Point”? Saving Money vs. Living the Life
Insights Feb 1, 2019

Should we earn and redeem points primarily to save money on travel, or should we use them to achieve a...

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I Redeemed My Points for… Merchandise?!
Guides Dec 10, 2018

Redeeming points for merchandise is generally ill-advised, but when CIBC Aventura offered some sweet deals on Cyber Monday, I couldn’t...

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