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Although not perfect, the Courtyard Stockholm Kungsholmen was exactly what we wanted, a simple, clean and convenient hotel at a reasonable price.
One of the most valuable aspects of lounge access at the airport is the ability to get out of the crowd, enjoy a bite to eat, and, especially in foreign countries, get access to reliable wifi. The Escape Lounge at Stansted delivers on all aspects.
The Dublin Aloft Centre is a great option for those looking to use points in Ireland. Although it’s not fancy, it provides a comfy bed within walking distance to all major attractions and nightlife without breaking the bank, I would recommend using your Marriott Bonvoy points at the Dublin Aloft Centre.
Overall, Aer Lingus provides good value for a hybrid airline. Even though I think the timing of the flight is if you’re planning to maximize sleep, Aer Lingus is still one of the best options to redeem points from Toronto to Europe while also offering sub $400 round trip flights to Dublin. If you are looking for a cheap option with modern amenities, decent food and comfortable seats, I would highly recommend Aer Lingus.
VIA Rail provides flying between Toronto and Montreal a competitive alternative - especially in business class.
Yes Theory’s Matt and Thomas spent 4 days in Singapore Changi Airport and didn't get caught!
I can finally share my Summer 2019 travel plans on Distant Points. In the end I will be travelling for 17 days for a cost of ~ $620 each. I pieced together an awesome trip that has us travelling to 5 countries, staying in hotels for 14 nights, and flying on 9 flights!
A fantastic use of Marriott Bonvoy points for travellers from Toronto, the recently built TownePlace Suites Belleville was a clean and friendly stay during the May long weekend.
The finest places to visit, eat and drink in the Tamarindo, Costa Rica area.
WestJet going private could mean more consolidation in the market as they look to compete against Air Canada.
Rent a car in Costa Rica, it's a great way to explore the country at your own pace and if you plan ahead it can be affordable.
Commonly looked over cities like Cambridge, Belfast and San Sebastian might not be the reason you head to Europe, but what make these cities popular city breaks for Europeans, make perfect stops on your European adventures.
It’s possible to use Aeroplan points without large fees if you do your research. In fact, I managed to book two tickets around the world in BUSINESS CLASS for my parents for only 160K points each!
The Point. - If you’re looking for a place to wind down with stunning sunsets by the pool, this is the place to be. The hotel has a Spa, several restaurants, access to golf courses and the countries largest pool, but you need to rent a car if you want to do anything outside of the compound.
The Point. – There are many scammers, don’t get scammed! Canadians are able to get a 30 day E-Visa for 25USD valid for entry into main Vietnamese point of entries. This process works if they apply more than 3 business days before leaving for Vietnam, and is a requirement to board a ticket to Vietnam.