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"Any seat on any flight". |I just DO NOT believe it. Try doing a search on AC for a cash fare -- and then do the same search using points. A large number of the flights will disappear. I have experienced this MANY times when searching for flights out of Ottawa.
I think the new Aeroplan program is great when you combine its use with the Aeroplan elite benefits. If you fly a lot of AC metal with mostly cash fare plus a bit of reward redemption on the side, Aeroplan can be of great value for frequent travellers, esp for those who reach 75K or 100K: priority e-upgrades, lounge access, waived change fees for reward tickets, 50% discounted reward redemptions, AC concierge service, free inflight wifi package, complimentary *Gold status for a friend, etc etc. It all depends on your travel patterns and how much you are spending. If you purely use Aeroplan as a rewards redemption platform, then probably it’s not the most ideal esp. under dynamic pricing. However, if you combine rewards redemption + AC elite benefits such as e-upgrades and 50% discount on reward tickets then it’s absolutely awesome: imagine flying from Toronto to Paris CDG in AC Signature Class for only 47K points ROUND TRIP when you combine 50% reward discount voucher for a Latitude fare with 22 e-upgrade credits - definite not possible under the old program.
Sitting on a huge stack of Aeroplan points, CC premium and elite status holder and yet I don't seem to find a way to get a decent award redemption for the flights i am interred in, with the new AC dynamic pricing redemption scam.
Why not just save your points for your next trip. By going on a different trip and paying for your trip with your credit card instead of redeeming your pints right away. The points don’t expire.
Alaska's program seems great but only if you have a few years to rack up all those points necessary (140,000 in spending minus the signup bonus). Versus using your aeroplan points immediately.
True, Aeroplan points can be a lot easier to earn. If your travel goals are varied I'd recommend using miles like Alaska towards their sweet spots while using Aeroplan as a general backup for other trips
yea some westjet tickets are like "200$ for base fare, 300$ for taxes and fees", and you can only use westjet dollars for those 200$ in base fair (eye roll)
The problem is trying to find a (business) flight plan within the stated number of miles required. In my case, bkk-yyz. Search results yield miles required into the 100s of 1000s, not just the 85,000 stated. Either that or it is a mixed cabin, with the Pacific leg in economy! Duh!!!
Good ideas to keep in mind. I may need to take advantage of my platinum membership (at least I think it's platinum) and make use of the discounted consultation to make use of various points and a companion pass I have for a potential trip in May (God willing the world hasn't been blown to smithereens by then.)
Flair Airlines is one of the worst airlines here in Canada. Seats don't recline, they charge you for everything, even the personal belongings on board shouldn't be bigger than a purse or very tiny backpack, and usually get delays of over 4 hours, I would never retake Flair Airlines.
While not defending or endorsing them, just want to state out some facts: they are a budget airlines and uses the budget airlines business model, which is to unbundle everything. Personal belongings can be bigger than a tiny bag pack or a purse, as long as it fits under the seat in front of you. Few times I brought a full size hershel backpack in without issue or questioning. And it fits under the seat.
It seems to me that dynamic means that as soon as you express an interest in a destination the points double. WTF? I hate Aeroplan and just want to spend ,y points and never return. Such a rip off
Hey, I have a question, I was looking at a booking from YOW to CDG, I noticed that most businesses class options on points say mixed cabin, flights that don't are priced crazy high on point, any recommendations here. Thanks 👍
After a short and hopeful moment that the new program will indeed bring a better value for its holders, supported by an extremely aggressive marketing strategy including by POT, we just realize that Aeroplan is just another scam program. For those, including AC, who may thing that this statement is exaggerated and harsh, here is my question to you: can you give an ACCEPTABLE rationale why the cash dynamic pricing is far from being in line from the exorbitant points redemption pricing?
Hi prince of travel, im looking for a high credit limit (20k+) card for everyday usage and travel( domestic and overseas) in canada. Do you have some recommendations please? Thank you
Ricky I think the Montreal event looks cool but I see many of the events are more suited for travel reward notices and not sure those of us that are already well in the game so not sure how I'd benefit much. Too bad the VIP event is sold out as that would have interested me
@@PrinceofTravel Ricky, if any space opens up at the VIP event let me know. I'd probably attend the event if I could go to that. Currently in the UK on my first business trip in ages and enjoying the "life of travel" again
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Oooh that was a smooth invite to the conference, Ricky! Niiiice. Great tips and info, yet again. Thanks Ricky!
Love to have you there TMc! Our buddy Andrew will be there too 😁
@@PrinceofTravel Nice! Pre-TC reunion!
I hate Aeroplan's stupid "dynamic" pricing. Loved the old flat-rate system, which was actually pretty reasonably priced for points.
am i stupid, i cant figure out how to book with points anymore :(
@@atme365 click book with points when searching an itenirary
It's not stupid, it makes sense. Though it does suck for consumers, they don't owe anyone any free flights
"Any seat on any flight".
|I just DO NOT believe it.
Try doing a search on AC for a cash fare -- and then do the same search using points. A large number of the flights will disappear. I have experienced this MANY times when searching for flights out of Ottawa.
Great tips Ricky. I saved a ton by redeeming Alaska Air Miles for business flights within Asia.
Good stuff!
I think the new Aeroplan program is great when you combine its use with the Aeroplan elite benefits. If you fly a lot of AC metal with mostly cash fare plus a bit of reward redemption on the side, Aeroplan can be of great value for frequent travellers, esp for those who reach 75K or 100K: priority e-upgrades, lounge access, waived change fees for reward tickets, 50% discounted reward redemptions, AC concierge service, free inflight wifi package, complimentary *Gold status for a friend, etc etc.
It all depends on your travel patterns and how much you are spending. If you purely use Aeroplan as a rewards redemption platform, then probably it’s not the most ideal esp. under dynamic pricing. However, if you combine rewards redemption + AC elite benefits such as e-upgrades and 50% discount on reward tickets then it’s absolutely awesome: imagine flying from Toronto to Paris CDG in AC Signature Class for only 47K points ROUND TRIP when you combine 50% reward discount voucher for a Latitude fare with 22 e-upgrade credits - definite not possible under the old program.
Sitting on a huge stack of Aeroplan points, CC premium and elite status holder and yet I don't seem to find a way to get a decent award redemption for the flights i am interred in, with the new AC dynamic pricing redemption scam.
And indeed, that's what Aeroplan wants - to drive further engagement in the program which you can't blame them for
Amazing content!
Great points here 👍
Glad you think so!
Some of destinations have outrageous and insane redemption rates this coming ☀️ summer.
Why not just save your points for your next trip. By going on a different trip and paying for your trip with your credit card instead of redeeming your pints right away. The points don’t expire.
Great video , I only use Aeroplan for short and medium length flights. Using 200k points to Europe from Yvr is a rip.
From Western Canada to Europe is particularly tough
Have points, miles, and hotel rewards and you don't seem to figure out how to get the proper dollar value? Ask me
Alaska's program seems great but only if you have a few years to rack up all those points necessary (140,000 in spending minus the signup bonus). Versus using your aeroplan points immediately.
True, Aeroplan points can be a lot easier to earn. If your travel goals are varied I'd recommend using miles like Alaska towards their sweet spots while using Aeroplan as a general backup for other trips
Only issue with WestJet is you can’t use WestJet dollars for taxes and fees unlike aeroplan.
yea some westjet tickets are like "200$ for base fare, 300$ for taxes and fees", and you can only use westjet dollars for those 200$ in base fair (eye roll)
I paid 70k points one way from Vancouver to Milan on Lufthansa business class through Aeroplan. Pretty good deal
except Lufthansa business is ghetto, especially post COVID
^ You're not wrong
The team is happy to help 👍🏼
@@enginemedic24 it’s on their new a350 and it’s not a bad business class.
Have points, miles, and hotel rewards and you don't seem to figure out how to get the proper dollar value? Ask me
The problem is trying to find a (business) flight plan within the stated number of miles required. In my case, bkk-yyz. Search results yield miles required into the 100s of 1000s, not just the 85,000 stated. Either that or it is a mixed cabin, with the Pacific leg in economy! Duh!!!
So much to learn
Indeed, that's why we're here 👍🏼
Ricky why are flights to Bangkok in business 400,000 points when they used to be 85,000 points?
Any plans to come to Toronto one day?
Q4 2022 🤫
As a Canadian can I upgrade my Marriott bonvoy Amex to the brilliant card
Looking to book a trip to Paris in the fall. Any tips on how to maximize the points on flying business class without costing an arm and a leg?
Do you think it’s still worth it to keep AMEX aeroplan credit card when I’m done with welcome promotions?
i cant figure out how to pay with points now, PLEASE HELP ME!!!
Good ideas to keep in mind. I may need to take advantage of my platinum membership (at least I think it's platinum) and make use of the discounted consultation to make use of various points and a companion pass I have for a potential trip in May (God willing the world hasn't been blown to smithereens by then.)
nice video
east coast?
Flair Airlines is one of the worst airlines here in Canada. Seats don't recline, they charge you for everything, even the personal belongings on board shouldn't be bigger than a purse or very tiny backpack, and usually get delays of over 4 hours, I would never retake Flair Airlines.
While not defending or endorsing them, just want to state out some facts:
they are a budget airlines and uses the budget airlines business model, which is to unbundle everything.
Personal belongings can be bigger than a tiny bag pack or a purse, as long as it fits under the seat in front of you. Few times I brought a full size hershel backpack in without issue or questioning. And it fits under the seat.
It seems to me that dynamic means that as soon as you express an interest in a destination the points double. WTF? I hate Aeroplan and just want to spend ,y points and never return. Such a rip off
Were you in Whistler last weekend？？
Yes!!
Hey, I have a question, I was looking at a booking from YOW to CDG, I noticed that most businesses class options on points say mixed cabin, flights that don't are priced crazy high on point, any recommendations here.
Thanks 👍
You'll need to be more flexible with dates to find the flights that are all in business class - look for non-AC partner airlines specifically
Have points, miles, and hotel rewards and you don't seem to figure out how to get the proper dollar value? Ask me
After a short and hopeful moment that the new program will indeed bring a better value for its holders, supported by an extremely aggressive marketing strategy including by POT, we just realize that Aeroplan is just another scam program. For those, including AC, who may thing that this statement is exaggerated and harsh, here is my question to you: can you give an ACCEPTABLE rationale why the cash dynamic pricing is far from being in line from the exorbitant points redemption pricing?
I've given up on Aeroplan. Its impossible to get long haul business class seats and I have Elite status.
I wouldn't say impossible - just always compare your options!
Hi prince of travel, im looking for a high credit limit (20k+) card for everyday usage and travel( domestic and overseas) in canada. Do you have some recommendations please? Thank you
Check out our latest video on TD Aeroplan cards
2:17 love this lgbt representation
Ricky, Can you provide an update on Aeroplan's redemption engine-when do you think they will allow stopover bookings via the website?
Later in 2022 is my understanding
Looks like Ricky just discovered mouse click noises and is now going to abuse the shit out of them 🙃
We're always experimenting 😄
Ricky I think the Montreal event looks cool but I see many of the events are more suited for travel reward notices and not sure those of us that are already well in the game so not sure how I'd benefit much. Too bad the VIP event is sold out as that would have interested me
I hear you on that one... *but* come and find out how to pay $100 for Hawaii hotel rooms as a travel agent
@@PrinceofTravel Might be useful given the huge devaluation of Marriott properties in Hawaii 😂
@@ahbichang Exactly 🙂
@@PrinceofTravel Ricky, if any space opens up at the VIP event let me know. I'd probably attend the event if I could go to that. Currently in the UK on my first business trip in ages and enjoying the "life of travel" again
Have points, miles, and hotel rewards and you don't seem to figure out how to get the proper dollar value? Ask me I can tell you
Mmm is this censored
how are u so rich ????
Points rich 😎
@@PrinceofTravel lol
First!
Bravo!
Tijuana tu juadalajara 2 pipos
Do not EVER (PLEASE DONT) have any business with flair airlines....
Have points, miles, and hotel rewards and you don't seem to figure out how to get the proper dollar value? Ask me
You talk too fast
I can't listen to your rants. Take a breath, please