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Cameron Laufer

Freelance Writer

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.

Latest Posts
Korean Air Ending Hawaiian Redemptions, Restricting Alaska Awards in 2026
Korean Air Ending Hawaiian Redemptions, Restricting Alaska Awards in 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.

Cameron Laufer
Cameron Laufer
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
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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.

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Tyler Glatt & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Air Canada Is Making Positive and Negative Changes to Elite Checked Bag Allowances in 2026 — What to Know
Air Canada Is Making Positive and Negative Changes to Elite Checked Bag Allowances in 2026 — What to Know
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Air Canada is making slight changes to free baggage allowances next year for select Aeroplan elite tiers. Some changes are good...the others not so much. These adjustments will affect members with 25K and 35K status, while those with higher status won’t see any changes. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming so you’re not caught off guard on February 1, 2026

Cameron Laufer
Cameron Laufer
How to Maximize Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for Flights Within North America
How to Maximize Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for Flights Within North America
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Chase Ultimate Rewards points are some of the most valuable points in the rewards ecosystem. U.S. travelers know and love Chase points for their domestic partners (Southwest, United, JetBlue). But you shouldn't overlook Chase's international airline partners when looking for the best deal on domestic flights. Here's a roundup of the cheapest ways to book award flights on Southwest, JetBlue, United, American, Alaska, and Delta using Chase points.

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JT Genter & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

14 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) Properties Bookable With Hilton Honors Points
14 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) Properties Bookable With Hilton Honors Points
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Hilton's integration of SLH properties into its own portfolio provides members incredible opportunities. Of the 400 or so hotels now eligible for award stays, several make for excellent uses of points and free night certificates. Here are 14 bespoke properties that stand out based on location, level of luxury, or redemption value — or all three!

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Ross Denkin & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Top Ways to Redeem Capital One Venture Miles for Travel Within the U.S., to the Caribbean, and More
Top Ways to Redeem Capital One Venture Miles for Travel Within the U.S., to the Caribbean, and More
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The Capital One Venture is offering new cardholders the chance to earn 75,000 bonus miles. The miles alone are worth a minimum $750 toward travel purchases. But if you know how to use Capital One's :cap1_partners_air: airline partners, you can unlock far more savings with the same number of miles. Here’s our guide to the best redemptions for flights within North America — including Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

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JT Genter & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt