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I saw a headline regarding this last week, but never read the full details of this story until now. The more I read the details, the more shocked I am by what happened

LifeMiles is a useful frequent flyer program that I use all the time for Star Alliance award redemptions. LifeMiles frequently sells miles at a discount, and they’re also transfer partners with Amex Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou, and Capital One

The major hotel groups have been putting a lot of effort into getting you to book directly with them rather than through online travel agencies like Orbitz, Expedia, etc. That’s because they have to pay a commission of 10% (or sometimes more) when you book elsewhere, which they don’t have to pay when you book directly with them

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