Travel Points and Go

Updated review of the TownePlace Suites Hotel Petawawa (2021)

March 16, 2021 Nicolas Marriott, Travel

EDIT: As of September 2021, the hotel is now offering a hot breakfast buffet. Also, guests are required to provide proof of COVID vaccination to access the pool and fitness centre.

This is an updated review of my March 2021 stay at the TownePlace Suites Hotel in Petawawa. Click here, to see my original hotel review from July 2020.

This all suite hotel, which opened in 2020, is excellent for short or long-term stays while visiting Petawawa and the Ottawa Valley.

Simplii Financial review – Canada’s top online bank. (2021)

March 7, 2021 Nicolas Banks, Credit cards, Offers, Simplii Financial

There are many options for banking in Canada but one of my favorites is Simplii Financial. It was formerly called PC Financial, but in 2017 it became known as Simplii Financial and is one of the best online banks in Canada (not available in Quebec). They offer their customers no fee banking accounts, competitive interest rates, mobile banking and an excellent, no annual fee cash back credit card.

So, look no further if you want a comprehensive review of the many features and highlights of Simplii Financial.

Cash back bonus for the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card

February 22, 2021 Nicolas Amex, Cash back, Credit cards, Great Canadian Rebates, Marriott, Offers

EDIT March 2021: Seems like the $100 cash back offer from GCR has been decreased to $30 now.

This past week, there has been some positive news for Canadians who collect Marriott Bonvoy points. By far, the best way to earn these valuable hotel points is with the Marriot Bonvoy American Express credit card. The card allows you to earn Bonvoy points on your purchases, comes with a generous welcome bonus of 50,000 points and offers a free hotel night certificate after the first year!

For those of you that may not have the card yet, now is the time to apply for it via the Great Canadian Rebates (GCR) cash back website. That’s because GCR is offering a cash back bonus of ~~$100~~ $30 if you’re approved for the Marriott Bonvoy Amex card!

Limited time promo: up to 50% bonus when buying Marriott Bonvoy points

February 16, 2021 Nicolas Marriott, Offers, Reward programs

Marriott Bonvoy has just released a new limited-time promotion which might be of interest for those with upcoming hotel stays. This is a decent offer from Marriott on purchasing Bonvoy points.

From February 16 until March 22, 2021, Marriott Bonvoy is offering a targeted bonus of either 40% or 50% on purchased points when you buy at least 2,000 points in one transaction.

Enter the Aeroplan Explore for More Contest for your chance to win big Aeroplan prizes!

February 8, 2021 Nicolas Aeroplan

Aeroplan, the frequent flyer program of Air Canada, has just released an exciting contest! The Aeroplan Explore for More contest is inviting members to explore some of the features of the Aeroplan program for the chance to win one of many prizes!

Until February 14, 2021, members who participate in this contest can win one of multiple prizes which include:

Register now for Marriott’s double points & double elite night promotion

February 2, 2021 Nicolas Marriott, Offers

Last month, Marriott Bonvoy announced details about their next Spring 2021 promotion. This new global promotion is known as “Better Two-gether”, and registration is now open.

It will offer members double points and double elite nights on stays of two nights or more between February 16 and April 27, 2021. Only hotel bookings with a minimum one paid night are eligible for this promotion.

New offers on TD Aeroplan credit cards for Spring 2021!

January 19, 2021 Nicolas Aeroplan, Banks, Credit cards, Offers

TD Bank has announced some new offers for their co-branded Aeroplan credit cards. This Spring 2021 promotion sees a considerable improvement on the welcome bonus on these cards which is now up to 20,000 Aeroplan points! Plus, there’s an offer to earn bonus Aeroplan points when you open a new eligible TD chequing account!

Marriott Bonvoy’s 2021 elite status gift and promotions

January 12, 2021 Nicolas Marriott, Offers, Reward programs

This past week, Marriott Bonvoy announced some new winter promotions and a generous gift for elite status members. It’s clear that there’s been a reduction in travel and hotel stays over the past year. So, Marriott is enticing people to stay with them this winter and rewarding their loyal members.

Earn $15 cash back when you sign up for Ampli this holiday season!

December 10, 2020 Nicolas Cash back, Offers

This holiday season, it’s clear that many Canadians will be shopping online. So, why not earn some extra cash back on your online purchases!

Right now, the Canadian cash back app Ampli has an interesting sign up promotion for new members!

The Marriott Bonvoy Amex card is offering bonus points for purchases at restaurants, gas stations and Marriott hotels.

December 1, 2020 Nicolas Credit cards, Marriott, Offers

American Express regularly offers bonus promotions for it’s card holders. Until January 3, 2021, there’s a new promotion available for Marriott Bonvoy™ American Express^® card members!

Generally, for most regular purchases, this credit card only offers 2 Bonvoy points per dollar spent. But, this new promotion offers additional bonus Marriott Bonvoy points for purchases at restaurants, food delivery, gas stations and stays at Marriott hotels. Plus, no registration required for this promo!