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Aloha from Maui! As I mentioned earlier in the week, the Rewards Canada updates will be less frequent during the month of July so here are just a few bonuses I managed to add to Rewards Canada since Monday. News, Tips & Tricks There hasn’t been any major news since Monday Bonus Offers Air Canada Aeroplan- 500 Bonus Aeroplan Miles on any fare, every time you take off or land at eligible Canadian airports. More… Book by Sep 2 for travel until Oct 6, 13 Alitalia MilleMiglia- Earn up to 15,000 Bonus MilleMiglia Miles for stays at any participating hotel from the Hilton HHonors portfolio of brands in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. More… Until Sep 30, 13 American AAdvantage- Earn up to 15,000 Bonus AAdvantage Miles when you buy AAdvantage Miles online.More… Until Aug 1, 13Best Western Rewards- 500 Bonus Rewards Points you book Best Western Turkey Hotels on www.bestwestern.com.tr More… Until Dec 31, 13- Double Rewards Points for stays at the BEST WESTERN Tashan Hotel…
Boredom busters
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Consolidated Credit Counseling Services of Canada has these great suggestions to beat the heat without dropping a ton of cold-hard cash:
1. An Old Fashion Water Fight – For kids, everything is better when you add water. Hit up the dollar store for some inexpensive water guns and balloons. Turn on the hose, and fill up those toys for an afternoon of unforgettable fun.
1. An Old Fashion Water Fight – For kids, everything is better when you add water. Hit up the dollar store for some inexpensive water guns and balloons. Turn on the hose, and fill up those toys for an afternoon of unforgettable fun.
2. Homemade Slip N’ Slide – Instead of opening your wallet for an expensive store bought toy that won’t last the summer, try making your own slip n’ slide. All you need is an old tarp and a couple of sprinklers to turn your yard into a water park full of fun.
3. Backyard Campout – Pitch a tent, light a fire (if your community permits it) and get ready for a night of star gazing, ghost stories and yummy s’mores. This simple backyard vacation will create memories that last a lifetime.
4. Treasure Hunt – If you have a little explorer on your hands, create a treasure map and send them on a neighbourhood adventure…
