Cameron Laufer

Southwest Points Value: AwardWallet Analysis Shows a 27% Drop Since Dynamic Pricing

May 7, 2026 0

Whether you've got a stash of Rapid Rewards in your Southwest Airlines account or you're eyeballing a five-digit welcome offer on a co-branded credit card, you might wonder what those points are worth. Here's a look at the value of Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points.

Tyler Glatt & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

JetBlue Enhances Status Match: Get Three Months of Mosaic Status, Challenge to Extend Through 2027

May 4, 2026 2

Feeling blue about your airline elite status? Travelers with elite status from seven major airlines can match into JetBlue’s Mosaic program, unlocking priority perks and waived bag fees from day one. Here’s how to match, what you’ll get, and how to keep your Mosaic status through 2027.

Tyler Glatt & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Guide To Earning British Airways Club Tier Points

May 3, 2026 0

British Airways Club has introduced a new way to earn status. Tier points can now be earned through flying and other spending opportunities. This guide breaks down all the ways to earn tier points and reach British Airways elite status faster under the updated program.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

The Best Ways To Use Chase Ultimate Rewards for Flights to Europe

April 30, 2026 0

Got a stash of Chase Ultimate Rewards points and dreaming of a trip to Europe? This guide is for you. We’ve rounded up some of the best ways to redeem your points for flights across the pond — whether it's business class to Germany or economy to London. Here are some of our favorite sweet spots.

Payton Turner & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: Simple Cash Back With No Annual Fee

April 29, 2026 4

The Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Credit Card has a simple earning structure, no annual fee, and a fair amount of perks that you don't normally find on cards without an annual fee. It also becomes more powerful when combined with other credit cards. Here are the pros and cons of the Capital One Quicksilver.

Senitra Horbrook & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Ultimate Guide To Earning a Southwest Companion Pass

April 24, 2026 65

The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to fly with one other person for free (plus taxes and fees). To help you plan your earning strategy, we’ve summarized all of the ways you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass this year.

Senitra Horbrook & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Using Chase Points for Southwest Flights: Transfer to Rapid Rewards vs. Booking Through Chase Travel

April 23, 2026 1

Southwest flights can be booked using points with the Chase travel portal. The flights may cost fewer points and earn points as a revenue ticket. However, higher cash prices and less flexibility through the Chase portal may not make it the best option.

Ryan Smith & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Hawaiian Airlines Will Officially Join Oneworld in April — Here’s What It Means for You

April 23, 2026 0

Hawaiian Airlines will be joining the Oneworld alliance beginning April 22, 2026. Hawaiian will be the newest Oneworld member, following the lead of Fiji Airways and Oman Air earlier this year. Here's what to know and why it matters.

Cameron Laufer

Cathay Pacific Promotion: Earn up to 4,380 Bonus Asia Miles by Completing These Six Missions

April 20, 2026 0

Cathay Pacific just launched a new promotion aligned with its 80th anniversary that can earn you some bonus Asia Miles. While it’s not particularly lucrative, completing some or all of the promotion’s “missions” can net you up to 4,380 bonus miles. Here's how it works.

Cameron Laufer

IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card Review: Elite Status, Fourth Night Free, And No Annual Fee

April 18, 2026 18

The IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card is a great value for the occasional IHG guest. This card charges no annual fee and comes with nice perks like a fourth night free on award redemptions, 20% savings on buying IHG points, and no foreign transaction fees. Check out all the benefits in our full review so you can decide if it's the right card for you.

Jenna Hansen & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

From Beginner to Intermediate: How To Build a Smarter Points Strategy

April 16, 2026 0

Graduating from a beginner to an intermediate in the points and miles world may seem daunting. You may not know what to do next. We help you strategize your game plan to supercharge your points and miles earning.

Cameron Laufer & Toni Southam

Reviewed by JT Genter

Southwest Cardholders Can Earn 2X Companion Pass-Qualifying Points This Quarter — Here’s How

April 16, 2026 2

The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the best perks Rapid Rewards members can earn. And now, Southwest is making it even easier to get the pass by offering quarterly spending categories for Rapid Rewards cardholders. Here are the eligible categories and how to enroll to earn double Companion Pass-qualifying points through June 30.

Harrison Pierce & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Air India Slashes Award Pricing by up to 60% — and You Can Now Book Flights From 1,500 Points

April 13, 2026 0

Air India has slashed its award rates when flying its own planes. Domestic flights start at 1,500 points while flights to the U.S. Have dropped about 25%. Check out all the details.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Maximize Virgin Atlantic’s ANA Award Chart for Flights to Japan

April 11, 2026 0

Virgin Atlantic’s award chart for ANA flights to Japan offers exceptional value — especially for premium cabins. With the right strategy, you can book ANA for fewer points than other programs. This guide walks you through earning points, finding availability, and booking these coveted awards with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Citi Strata Elite Cardholders: Get Access to Upcoming Private Dining Events With The Supper Club

April 10, 2026 1

Citi offers access to events from The Supper Club, a membership group that curates top-notch dining experiences. With a couple of events upcoming and more in the works, this is a nice benefit of the Citi Strata Elite. Here’s how it works.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Southwest Credit Cards: Get Bonus Miles, Travel Perks & a Fast-Track to the Companion Pass

April 7, 2026 2

Southwest Airlines offers five co-branded credit cards through Chase. Each credit card has its own unique set of perks and benefits. Which one is right will vary from individual to individual. So, let's take a look and see which could make the most sense for you. A limited time Companion Pass welcome offer may be worth considering.

Samantha Holland & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

How To Get to Patagonia With Points and Miles

March 29, 2026 1

Patagonia showcases South America's stunning beauty. Getting there with points and miles can save you money. We outline how to get to South America, how to fly within the region, and where to stay using points.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

How to Track Your Delta, Southwest, United Accounts in AwardWallet

March 22, 2026 2

Setting up accounts to track through AwardWallet is straightforward... in most cases. However, we have to get creative with tracking a few programs, including Delta, Southwest, and United. Here are your options for how to track these three programs — including two automated ways that require just a few minutes to set up.

Jerod Morales & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Same Card, More Points: Our Best Tips on How to Start Getting Targeted Credit Card Offers

March 20, 2026 46

As credit card application restrictions evolve and bonuses become harder to come by, it’s essential we look past the most common methods of applying for cards to secure the best deals. An often-overlooked technique is to position yourself for targeted credit card offers. It isn't as hard as you think; just be prepared for a little "junk mail." Here are our best tips.

Jess Farley & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Amex Just Tightened Marriott Credit Card Bonus Rules — With No Notice

March 16, 2026 1

American Express just updated the language on its Marriott personal co-branded cards. Now it is much harder for Bonvoy members to get welcome offers on multiple Marriott credit cards. Here's what to know about these changes.

Cameron Laufer

Southwest Airlines Status Match: Get A-List or A-List Preferred Benefits and Save On Future Travel

March 10, 2026 1

Southwest offers a straightforward status match that you can take advantage of more than once over the life of your account. Now you can match to get A-List or A-list Preferred benefits, which you can extend by booking a few qualifying one-way or round-trip flights. Here's how it works.

Tyler Glatt & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

VantageScore Updates America’s Average Credit Score — Is Your Score Above Average?

February 26, 2026 0

VantageScore just unveiled the average credit score for Americans. We highlight the score as well as several ways you can learn about, monitor, and manage your credit score to help earn valuable points and miles.

Cameron Laufer & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Bank of America Releases More Details on the Preferred Rewards Changes — What to Know

February 23, 2026 5

Bank of America is tweaking its Preferred Rewards program. The name, tiers, and asset thresholds are changing, as well as some of the important benefits. If you use this valuable program, here are the changes to make note of.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How (and Why) to Track Your Passport Details Using AwardWallet

February 22, 2026 46

AwardWallet is an incredible tool for keeping track of your loyalty accounts, but the features don't end there — it can also track your passports. The process is simple and convenient. We'll walk you through the steps for adding your passport details and explain why you should track your passport through AwardWallet.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

How To Stretch Your Miles on Intra-Japan and Japan-Korea Flights

February 22, 2026 0

It is easy to book intra-Japan and Japan to Korea flights with points and miles. With many low cost award options starting at 6,000 miles (and as low as $0 in taxes and fees), this can be a great way to save money when hopping around Asia. There are several programs you can use to book these awards.

Cameron Laufer & JT Genter

Reviewed by Toni Southam

AIR MILES Is Relaunching as Blue Rewards This Summer — Here’s What Else Is Changing

February 20, 2026 0

Starting in summer 2026, the AIR MILES program will be rebranded as Blue Rewards. Along with the new name come several changes that Canadian residents will want to pay attention to. Here’s what you need to know about the transition and what it means for members.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Southwest Airlines Has a New Boarding Process: Here's How It Works and How to Board Earlier

February 18, 2026 1

Southwest Airlines has rolled out a new boarding process, but there are still several free and paid ways to improve your boarding experience. Whether through elite status, credit card perks, upgraded fares, or purchasing Priority Boarding, here’s how to position yourself to board earlier on your next Southwest flight.

Cameron Laufer & Samantha Holland

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

The Quirks of Upgrading British Airways Flights With Avios — And Whether It's Worth Doing

February 16, 2026 0

It's possible to upgrade British Airways cash fares to a higher cabin using Avios. We outline the process, the confusing formula used to price the upgrade, and whether it's worth it to use Avios this way.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

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

January 31, 2026 3

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.

Ian Snyder & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Air Transat to Launch a New Loyalty Program Later This Year — Here’s What We Know So Far

January 29, 2026 0

Air Transat, the Quebec-based airline with an extensive route map, has announced plans for a new loyalty program. While details are still scarce, this upcoming program, launched in conjunction with Canadian financial services company Desjardins Group, could be a nice addition for Canadian flyers. Here's what we know so far.

Cameron Laufer

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