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Sam Helmy joined the AwardWallet team in late 2016. He discovered points and miles while planning trips in pursuit of his other passion scuba diving when he started using points and miles to get to some of the world’s best diving destinations. Eventually, he became a bit of an expert on how to use points and miles to get to diving destinations across the globe.

Over the years, Sam has lived in 6 countries and enjoys discovering new places and meeting new people, discovering new cultures, and learning new languages.

Sam currently lives in the UK, and when not working on points and miles he enjoys scuba diving, traveling, cooking, DIY, hiking, and walking with his wife and two dogs.

Latest Posts
Receive A 10% SkyMiles Rebate on Award Bookings (Targeted)

Receive A 10% SkyMiles Rebate on Award Bookings (Targeted)
Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
May 9, 2018
15

Delta has announced a promotion where you can receive a 10% rebate on SkyMiles redemptions through May 13, 2018. The promotion not only applies to flights on Delta but also to flights on Delta partner airlines. According to the eligibility criteria, the promo is targeted, and only members who receive a direct communication with the promo are eligible. However, the promotion registration page is available to all.

250 Bonus SPG Points with Mobile Check-In

250 Bonus SPG Points with Mobile Check-In
Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
May 8, 2018
42

SPG has announced a promo where you can earn 250 bonus Starpoints when you check-in via the SPG mobile app. Mobile check-in is available when you book directly with SPG, through the website, or via the mobile app. About 72 to 48 hours prior to your stay you will be notified if you want to check-in via the mobile app. Once you have, on the day of your stay you will receive a notification when your room is ready, and your key is at the front desk.

Russia Waives Visa Requirements for World Cup Ticket Holders

Russia Waives Visa Requirements for World Cup Ticket Holders
Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
May 4, 2018
41

Russia has announced a visa waiver for the 2018 World Cup. According to a statement on the website of the Russian embassy in Washington DC, if you hold a valid match ticket, fan ID, and passport you will be able to enter the Russian Federation without a visa. The program is not restricted to citizens of the 32 participating countries, and the holder of a match ticket from any country can use the visa waiver program.

Chase Eliminating Price and Return Protection on Credit Cards

Chase Eliminating Price and Return Protection on Credit Cards
Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
April 24, 2018
36

When we reviewed the best credit cards for Price Protection, Chase cards came out on top. Sadly this will no longer be the case. Chase has quietly eliminated Price Protection and Return Protection from nearly all of its cards. When you visit the landing page of most Chase cards and click on Service & protection or Travel & purchase coverage, you will no longer see either benefit listed as a card feature.