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Cameron is a freelance writer who grew up with a passion for traveling and seeing the world. It was a curiosity in points and miles that led him deep into the hobby. Since 2018, he has traveled the world for less using points, along with his wife and three teenage children. He is a moderator with the Award Travel 101 Facebook community.

Cameron enjoys pickleball, hiking, golfing, and skiing, as well as rooting for Purdue and Cleveland sports teams. His favorite country is Switzerland.

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How To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points — And Which Options Offer the Best Value

How To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points — And Which Options Offer the Best Value
Ian SnyderCameron Laufer
by Ian Snyder and Cameron Laufer
January 31, 2026
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Have Amex points and wondering what to do with them? From luxurious business class flights to poor-value gift cards, not all redemptions are created equal. This guide breaks down the best (and worst) ways to redeem your American Express Membership Rewards points—including sweet spots with ANA, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, and more — so you can get the most value from every point.

Maximizing Aeroplan Stopovers: Sweet Spots, Rules, and Examples

Maximizing Aeroplan Stopovers: Sweet Spots, Rules, and Examples
Ross DenkinCameron Laufer
by Ross Denkin and Cameron Laufer
January 11, 2026
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Travelers can pay just 5,000 extra Aeroplan points to book a stopover. This feature allows travelers to build highly-customized itineraries as part of the same award. While nearly an unlimited number of options exist, we highly just few examples of how to make the most of Aeroplan stopovers and open jaw awards, including saving points by flying longer and how to save 25,000 points on business class trips to Asia.

Korean Air Ending Hawaiian Redemptions, Restricting Alaska Awards in 2026

Korean Air Ending Hawaiian Redemptions, Restricting Alaska Awards in 2026
Cameron Laufer
by Cameron Laufer
January 2, 2026
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Despite being a member of the SkyTeam alliance, Korean Air has long maintained a partnership with Oneworld member Alaska Airlines and previously had one with Hawaiian Airlines until earlier this year. However, Korean Air's partnership with Alaska Airlines is about to change. Starting January 1, 2026, this partnership will look quite different and there will be two new key limitations. Here’s what you need to know.

Transfer Marriott Bonvoy Points to Nearly 40 Airline Partners, Get Up to 50% Bonus Miles

Transfer Marriott Bonvoy Points to Nearly 40 Airline Partners, Get Up to 50% Bonus Miles
Tyler GlattCameron Laufer
by Tyler Glatt and Cameron Laufer
October 31, 2025
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Marriott Bonvoy lets members transfer points to :marriott_partners_air: airlines, mostly at a 3:1 transfer ratio. That's a great option for topping off airline mileage accounts. Even better, you'll get a 5,000-mile bonus when you transfer at least 60,000 Bonvoy points at a time. And that bonus is doubled when transferring Bonvoy points to United, resulting in a potential 50% bonus. Here are all of the details you need to know about this transfer option.