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Points and Miles Number Cruncher

Ross Denkin joined the AwardWallet team in 2019 and is a relative newcomer to the points and miles world. Introduced to award travel by his older brother in 2014, Ross dove headfirst into earning and burning points and miles currencies for his travels, both domestic and international. A frequent OneWorld traveler, especially within the U.S., Ross built his own tool to optimize mile redemptions using all OneWorld frequent flyer programs for travel on American Airlines.

Accompanying Ross on his points and miles journeys is his wife Elizabeth, an enthusiastic award traveler herself. Together, they have redeemed over 1 million points and miles for travel to Ireland, Indonesia, Portugal, and the Maldives, as well as countless trips within North America. When not globetrotting, Ross is most likely found playing or watching sports, enjoying the outdoors, and searching premium cabin award inventory.

Latest Posts
The Cheapest Ways To Fly to Europe With Award Miles

The Cheapest Ways To Fly to Europe With Award Miles
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
November 29, 2023
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Europe offers a wide range of activities, attracting travelers far and wide. For those looking to minimize out-of-pocket flight costs, points and miles remain an ever-present staple. Great options exists for all cabins of travel, but flying economy class between North America and Europe typically costs the fewest amount of points, letting travelers maximize the number of trips taken. Here are the cheapest ways to fly to Europe in economy with points and miles.

Miles & More Program Updates Coming in 2024

Miles & More Program Updates Coming in 2024
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
November 11, 2023
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Lufthansa Miles & More recently announced status program changes effective January 1, 2024. Just like its U.S. counterparts, Lufthansa claims to simplify the existing program for members as a result of these changes. However, unlike in the U.S., Lufthansa's new earning structure does not depend entirely on spending. Instead, only class of cabin and continental versus intercontinental route flown matter for earning status points. Here's how it works.

Earn Bonus Points and Miles Referring Friends to AwardWallet

Earn Bonus Points and Miles Referring Friends to AwardWallet
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
June 29, 2023
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AwardWallet helps users with numerous facets of award travel. The site tracks points and miles balances for an unlimited number of programs, creates alerts when balances are set to expire, and much more - all for free. Even better, one of the site's lesser-known features is its referral program, which allows users to earn points that can be transferred to Hyatt, Delta, Hilton, JetBlue, IHG, Southwest, or Marriott.

Air France/KLM Flying Blue Lowers Mileage Requirements for Transatlantic Economy Awards

Air France/KLM Flying Blue Lowers Mileage Requirements for Transatlantic Economy Awards
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
September 18, 2022
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Air France/KLM Flying Blue recently adjusted its award rates between North America and Europe. But surprisingly this is actually good news. Standard transatlantic economy class award rates now begin at just 15,000 miles. These new, lower redemption rates vary by city. Here's a chart of the cheapest award prices we are finding on Flying Blue's 39 transatlantic nonstop routes.

What to Know About Allegiant Allways Rewards, Allegiant’s New Loyalty Program

What to Know About Allegiant Allways Rewards, Allegiant’s New Loyalty Program
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
September 25, 2021
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Allegiant Air is known for offering low-cost leisure travel in the United States. Now, Allegiant is also offering a new loyalty program for its customers: Allegiant Allways Rewards. A simple program structure is easy to use - especially for families. Plus, offset any portion of a trip's cost with any number of points. That means travelers can put their points to work as soon as they fly Allegiant again!

Last Opportunity to Save Up To 7,500 Miles Using American Airlines Reduced Mileage Awards

Last Opportunity to Save Up To 7,500 Miles Using American Airlines Reduced Mileage Awards
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by Ross Denkin
August 4, 2021
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American Airlines just released its latest (and last) list of Reduced Mileage Awards discounted destinations. Eligible Citi and Barclays American Airlines cardholders can get up to 7,500 miles off a round trip ticket by taking advantage of this great offer. Eligible destinations vary on the month, so be sure to check before booking an American flight within the U.S. and Canada.

Why I’m Considering Earning KrisFlyer Elite Status Through Point Transfers

Why I’m Considering Earning KrisFlyer Elite Status Through Point Transfers
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
June 19, 2021
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Singapore Airlines is running a very compelling promotion now through February 2022 offering Singapore KrisFlyer members the opportunity to earn status without flying. Anyone with a stash of transferable points can maximize this promo. KrisFlyer members with an immediate use for KrisFlyer miles are in a great position to take advantage of this opportunity, while others may be best off sitting this one out.

American Airlines Adds Partner Record Locators to Online Reservations

American Airlines Adds Partner Record Locators to Online Reservations
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by Ross Denkin
April 18, 2021
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American Airlines recently added partner record locator information (both to its website and its app) for new bookings made with travel on partner airlines. These partner PNRs are required to select seats or check in online with partner airlines. This saves travelers the time and hassle of calling in to American to gather this information. Here's how to find this code on new partner reservations.

The Best Ways to Book United’s New Routes to Africa, India, And Hawaii

The Best Ways to Book United’s New Routes to Africa, India, And Hawaii
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
October 27, 2022
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United has announced 7 exciting new routes for 2021 to Hawaii, Africa and India. Although details are slim on some routes, others are already on sale. So, we at AwardWallet dug into the best ways to book these new routes with miles and points. Here's how to book United business class to Hawaii from 15,000 miles each way, Africa starting at 52,000 miles each way, and India for as little as 52,500 miles each way.

American Airlines Moves Morocco To Europe, Decreasing Award Prices and Increasing Routing Options

American Airlines Moves Morocco To Europe, Decreasing Award Prices and Increasing Routing Options
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
April 28, 2020
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Overnight, American Airlines moved the entire country of Morocco from Africa to Europe—at least for the purposes of award travel. Believe it or not, the impacts of this change are largely positive for award travelers traveling between many regions—including from the U.S. to Europe. Read more about the impacts on mileage costs, possible routings, and award ticket taxes and fees.

What Award Travelers Should Do Now as LATAM Leaves Oneworld, Partners With Delta

What Award Travelers Should Do Now as LATAM Leaves Oneworld, Partners With Delta
Ross Denkin
by Ross Denkin
April 21, 2020
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LATAM is approaching its accelerated departure of the Oneworld airline alliance on May 1, 2020. However, its partnership with Delta began effective April 1, 2020. That makes now a great time to book a South American adventure since you can use either American Airlines AAdvantage miles or Delta SkyMiles to book your award flights. Here's what you need to know now about this transitional time.