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    Refunds

    Dependent on the retailer - and of course the member of staff - they shouldn't refund to a different card. That's gonna be very hit & miss, and...
    Post by: SteveBG, May 24, 2019 in forum: Miles & points via credit cards
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    Norwegian Air seeks cash injection

    The BBC are reporting that Norwegian are seeking an investment of £268m to shore up their finances. This is off the back of an operating loss of...
    Thread by: SteveBG, Jan 29, 2019, 6 replies, in forum: Travel Tips & Strategies
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    Your favourite small airport lounge?

    It's moved (again) since you last visited I suspect. Far better food selection now, with approx 10 different (labelled) sandwiches / wraps etc.
    Post by: SteveBG, Jan 20, 2019 in forum: Airports & Lounges
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    Is Hilton Diamond Status worth £200?

    It entirely depends on your travel profile John... If you frequently stay in hotels with exec lounges, then diamond has quantifiable benefits,...
    Post by: SteveBG, Jan 4, 2019 in forum: Hilton Honors
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    Happy Hilton newbie with a boast and a question.

    Check the latest availability of the hotel you're staying at, so you can ask for a Diamond room upgrade on check-in would be my advice. They may...
    Post by: SteveBG, Dec 6, 2018 in forum: Hilton Honors
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    New Travel Hack Blog - 'Take me to the Points'

    Good blog Tim. I especially liked your honeymoon post, having just returned from the Conrad Algarve. My flights were Ryanair specials, Conrad...
    Post by: SteveBG, Nov 28, 2018 in forum: Travel Tips & Strategies
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    Gatwick Lounges

    I’m sat in the T3 escape lounge at Manchester as we speak - no complaints at all
    Post by: SteveBG, Nov 18, 2018 in forum: Airports & Lounges
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    Multiple Room Bookings

    Just to clarify Joe's post - that should be 40 nights, not 40 stays. You can keep Gold by (weirdly) completing 19 stays or 40 nights, or earning...
    Post by: SteveBG, Nov 16, 2018 in forum: Hilton Honors
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    NEW Amex Gold CREDIT CARD sign up bonus - post your referral links here!

    Stupid question maybe, but does anyone find that keeping the Gold card beyond year 1 is worth it? 10k bonus points can be earned upon spending...
    Post by: SteveBG, Nov 9, 2018 in forum: Miles & points via credit cards
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    Multiple Room Bookings

    It depends mainly on what country you live in. If you're a UK resident, the cheapest way would be via the Amex platinum (£450 pa). That gives you...
    Post by: SteveBG, Oct 28, 2018 in forum: Hilton Honors
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    Marriott Sweepstakes game!

    I've had 4 or 5 50 point wins, nothing better. Look at the full terms and conditions to see all the prizes on offer, and the odds of winning them.
    Post by: SteveBG, Oct 27, 2018 in forum: Marriott | Marriott Bonvoy