2022 Incomplete Guide to Exploring Xinjiang
I’m planning to write a series of short posts about Xinjiang, and this one can serve as an overview. If you’re thinking about visiting Xinjiang soon, or have never been there befor...
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Sable: A U.S. Bank Account You Can Open Without an SSN (Debit Card, Credit Card) [2022.8 Update: Now Supports ITIN]
It now supports ITIN. If you apply with an SSN or ITIN, you probably won’t need passport or visa verification. Good luck. HT: Kang...
USDOT: New Rule Would Require Airlines to Issue Refunds When Flights Change
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued a press release on August 3 announcing a new proposed regulation that would significantly strengthen consumer protections durin...
Enfamil Formula Class Action Settlement: $8,400,000 Total Payout, Up to $45 Per Household
Enfamil maker Mead Johnson is facing a class action over allegations that certain formula products overstated the total number of prepared bottles or servings they could make. The...
Walking a Bridge in Macau
Over the years, I’ve been to Macau several times, shuttling between the peninsula and Cotai without ever really noticing the bridges spanning the Lingdingyang waters. On my last tr...
Andaz Xiamen — Swayed by Spring Breezes, Dreaming an Old Nanyang Dream
A year and a half after opening, Andaz Xiamen has already become a favorite for many travelers. I’ve always stubbornly wished that every hotel group had a sub-brand dedicated to ex...
Introduction to Air Canada Aeroplan: July 2022 Update — Award Chart Changes, Higher Mileage Costs for Long-Haul and Premium Cabin Awards
Air Canada will make some adjustments to its award chart on September 1. Overall, the changes are fairly limited, but mileage costs are increasing somewhat. Here’s a summary:...
POGO | A Card-Linked App That Offers Cash Back on All Spending "2022.7 Update: Minor Revamp, Need to Re-link Merchant Accounts"
POGO has recently been updated, and you now need to re-link several merchant accounts of your own using real account credentials. For other changes, check the app directly....
Guide to the U.S. Small Claims Court Process (with Two Real-Life Examples)
Small claims court is a very convenient way to resolve disputes involving relatively small amounts of money, such as unpaid debts, landlord-tenant disputes, and minor car accidents...
2022 Daily Getaway Travel Deals Are Here: Week 2 Highlights Marriott and Hyatt
[Updated 2022.7] Week 2 is underway. The best deal is Hyatt points on the 29th, and the 20%-off Marriott gift cards on the 27th are also pretty solid. If you want in, set your alar...
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[2022/9 Shutdown] PointCard Neon Debit Card
Point emailed that it is shutting down, so move your money out or spend it as soon as possible....