London vs. New York: A city-break challenge offers ideas for points travellers
TPG’s city-swap video offers London and New York itinerary inspiration, not a new loyalty deal. Compare flight awards, hotel points rates and cash costs before choosing your next short break.
TPG’s London-versus-New York video puts two city loyalists on unfamiliar ground: each planned the other’s 48-hour visit. For travellers, the takeaway is itinerary inspiration rather than a new points promotion—compare award availability and total costs before deciding which city deserves your next short break.
The challenge features hotels described as bookable with points, neighbourhood exploration, local food and nightlife, including a 1940s-themed speakeasy and a surprise-lineup comedy venue. The cities were assessed on transport, accommodation, neighbourhoods, dining, nightlife and activities, but the supplied write-up does not reveal the winner or identify specific hotel redemption rates.
Canadian travellers considering departures from YYZ, YVR, YUL or YYC should compare Air Canada cash fares and Aeroplan awards for their dates, including connections and fees. If you hold WestJet Rewards or Amex Membership Rewards Canada, check applicable booking or transfer options separately; the video supplies no programme-specific offer. Calculate your full trip cost in CAD, not just the flight redemption.
US travellers should similarly compare United MileagePlus, American AAdvantage and Delta SkyMiles options from major US hubs, alongside cash fares in USD. Chase Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership Rewards US holders should verify eligible transfer partners and live award space before moving points. Neither edition’s readers should assume that a hotel featured as points-bookable will have award rooms available on their chosen dates.
Country context
This briefing was written for the Loyalty desk of the Canadian and US editions. Fares and offers change quickly — confirm details with the airline or issuer before booking.
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