More ignorant security checks
Airport security can be one of the strictest places on earth, which for physics geeks like me leaves a whole area of fun when interpreting the rules.
“Stay for more” SPG Q3 2015 promotion
SPG’s Q3 2015 promotion is live. Stay for More allows you to earn double points on stays of 2 nights or more, plus an extra 500 points if staying 3+ nights.
All my useful Avios related posts linked here
This page is a compilation of the useful Avios related posts since Points to be Made was created. These are the posts that get referred to time and time again.
Flying Blue Promo Awards – October 2015 edition
Flying Blue Promo Awards for October 2015 are out. A few business class routes are on offer, though the majority this time are for economy at 25% discount.
Hilton 7-day sale. Expires 11th October. Fast track to Gold
The latest Hilton Flash sale can see rooms as low as £28 per night. If you’re not already a Hilton Hhonors Gold, there is a fast track link inside by staying 4 times in a 90 day period.
“Why do you have a British Passport?”
Sometimes flying around does bring up strange surprises. The style of questioning I was given at Pre-Depature Clearance at Amsterdam was strange though!
European Court of Justice rules on KLM Passenger Rights case
The European Court of Justice today delivered a verdict to eliminate ‘technical problems’ from the wider meaning of ‘extraordinary circumstances’. There should now be greater clarity for passengers seeking compensation under the EC261 directive.
Jumbo Supermarkets in The Netherlands starts accepting AMEX
Jumbo Supermarkt in NL have started to accept AMEX cards across 150 branches. It’s a big move in a culture where it can be a taboo to even use credit cards.
Reintroduction of Global Entry for UK citizens this November?
Global Entry for UK Citizens looks set to relaunch in early November 2015. You can use the link on this page to receive notification for when it happens. Announcement from Gov.uk.
World Duty Free fights back over boarding pass VAT scam. Who’s right?
World Duty Free have reacted to the UK media focussing on airport retail outlets. But their statement adds more confusion to the matter due to their status as an “Export Shop”. Who’s right here?
The great airport sales tax scam. How airport retailers pocket easy money.
“Duty Free” at the airport doesn’t always mean duty free. Who do you think keeps the tax savings? Some airport retailers try to trick their customers.
Check your inbox – Instant Hilton Gold for Alitalia (elite) members
Alitalia is offering free and instant Hilton Gold to its members. Somewhere within your email inbox you should find a unique link which will activate your Gold status.
Air Berlin Status Match requirements just got tighter
Air Berlin has added in an extra clause into its status match eligibility. Rather than being a global affair and enticing new customers, restrictions on location are being enforced.
Quicktip: Don’t know where to put your miles? Wheretocredit.com helps!
If you’re flying on an unfamiliar route you might need help identifying where to put your air miles. This page helps solve this need with wheretocredit.com, the place to see at a glance which airlines give the most points for any ticket
Flying Blue raises Flex and La Premiere award cost by 25% with no notice. Shame on them.
Flying Blue raises Business and First Class award prices by 25% with no notice. If you’ve been affected by the increase there is a way to claim back.