Aeroplan Account Login: The New Frontier in Award Searches
Ah, the joys of award searching with Air Canada’s Aeroplan. It’s like a treasure hunt, but now with an extra twist—brace yourselves, you need to log in first. This isn’t earth-shattering news, but it certainly throws a wrench into the effortless plans we once had, as a few hawk-eyed readers have pointed out.
Fasten Your Seatbelts: Login is Now Mandatory
Remember those happy-go-lucky days when you could waltz onto Air Canada’s website and search for award space without a care in the world—or a login? Those days are gone, my friends. From now on, you’ll need to cozy up with your Aeroplan account before hunting down those elusive award tickets. The process isn’t overly complex, but if you enjoy inconveniences like two-factor authentication, it might feel like an extra mile on your commute.
I often find myself mindlessly checking for award availability on Air Canada’s website, so this adds a little extra time to my typical search routine. Sure, the app is there to keep you logged in like a clingy ex, but manipulating it to search for awards is about as fun as navigating traffic—with a blindfold on.
Behind the Curtain: Aeroplan’s Reasoning
Now, one has to ask—why does Aeroplan want us to log in before we can even window shop? Turns out, it’s not a unique move. Many frequent flyer programs have pulled this trick from their hat. But why, dear reader, why now?
There’s an ever-growing cadre of award search tools, the kind that scavenge airline websites like tech-savvy meerkats. Air Canada has been stomping its feet, furiously defending its turf against these sneaky “scrapers,” even going so far as to call upon the legal hounds.
- Tools are bypassing website terms of service
- Scraping services go rogue, ignoring guidelines
In response, requiring a login is Aeroplan’s ace in the hole; it’s their easiest way to drop the gavel on unauthorized snooping. With login controls, they can quickly spot repeat offenders and manage the volume of award inquiries each account can make.
Should We Have Seen This Coming?
Frankly, it’s baffling that Air Canada didn’t slap this login rule on us sooner. Do I wish they hadn’t? Absolutely. But I get it—like Val Seny ski resort, it’s just Darwinism with a sprinkle of corporate strategy. Keep only the strongest logins alive.
Wrapping It Up: What’s Next?
So, here’s where we stand—Aeroplan has laid down its new rule: log in before you start trawling for those award goodies. It’s not exactly a Herculean task, but it may slow down your rhythm until you get the hang of it. But hey, if this means thwarting data pillagers, that’s Air Canada’s call.
Now, what do you make of all this? Is requiring us to flash our Aeroplan credentials a fair trade, or is it just one more login too many?