Episode 40 – Miles & Points News + Listener Questions
Ep 040 – Miles & Points News + Listener Questions
In Episode 40 of Miles Ahead: The Canadian Points Podcast, Daniel, Jeff, and Josh from FrugalFlyer.ca discuss a Frugal Flyer exclusive limited-time offer on the BMO eclipse Visa Infinite and their upcoming Miles & Points meetup in Edmonton on June 27th.
The hosts discuss RBC’s 30% Avion to Avios transfer bonus, current RBC Avion card welcome offers, and redemption examples, plus the new ability to book Philippine Airlines with Qatar Avios. Aeroplan has partnered with Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty to offer Aeroplan points and Status Qualifying Credits on rental car bookings, and in addition to offering Hertz status for elites and cardholders of specific credit cards.
Additionally, Rove Miles has a 25% transfer bonus to Aeroplan, Amex US has a 20% transfer bonus to Hilton, the Korean Air and Asiana merger has a confirmed date, and Amex is ending Etihad transfers on both sides of the border. The episode wraps up with a listener question about how to best stay in the loop about miles and points transfer bonuses.
(00:49) BMO eclipse Visa Infinite – Exclusive Offer & Rebate
Frugal Flyer has partnered with BMO to offer an exclusive welcome offer of 80,000 BMO Rewards Points plus a $175 FlyerFunds Rebate on the BMO eclipse Visa Infinite Card! The offer and elevated rebate are available until June 30th, 2026.
(02:19) June Edmonton Frugal Flyer Meetup
The Frugal Flyer team is hosting a meetup in Edmonton on June 27th. Buy your ticket now for an evening of networking with dinner and dessert included.
(03:59) RBC Avion to Avios 30% Transfer Bonus
Until June 19th, cardholders can transfer their RBC Avion to British Airways Avios with a 30% bonus. While this bonus tends to come around a few times a year, it is still one of the best opportunities in Canada to get the most out of your points.
(09:14) Best Avios Redemptions
With the transfer bonus in mind, the team looks at some of the highest value and most popular Avios redemptions you could make if you transferred your Avion points.
(13:50) Should You Transfer Avion to Avios or Wait For AAdvantage Bonus?
The team briefly discusses whether they will be transferring their RBC Avion points to Avios or if they will be waiting for a potential transfer bonus to American Airlines AAdvantage miles.
(16:38) Aeroplan & Rental Car Partnerships
Aeroplan has now partnered with Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty car rentals, offering members additional Aeroplan points and Status Qualifying Credits on rental car bookings.
(21:36) Rove Miles to Aeroplan Bonus
Rove Miles is offering a 25% transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan, which is the first time we have seen a readily available currency for Canadians with a transfer bonus to Aeroplan in a long time. Canadians can sign up with a Canadian phone number, but will need to enter their location as “USA” to successfully sign up.
(25:09) Amex Membership Rewards (US) to Hilton Honors With 20% Bonus
Until May 30th, American Express (US) cardholders can transfer their Membership Rewards points to Hilton Honors with a 20% bonus, for a transfer ratio of 1:2.4 (up from 1:2).
(28:57) Korean Air & Asiana Merger Is Happening
Korean Air and Asiana have officially confirmed their merger date of December 17th, 2026. As a result, Asiana will be leaving Star Alliance. The last day you can book Asiana flights with Aeroplan points is December 1st.
(30:25) Amex Drops Etihad Guest as a Transfer Partner
American Express is dropping Etihad Guest as a Membership Rewards transfer partner on June 20th in Canada and on June 30th in the United States.
(33:24) Listener Question: Miles & Points Transfer Bonus Alerts
Tasha asks about the best way to stay in the loop about miles and points transfer bonuses.
(36:21) Conclusion
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