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Skye joined the AwardWallet team in 2019. After leaving his full-time job in 2014 to travel the world, he created his own website SkyeTravels.com to make traveling a reality for everyone, no matter their financial means. He’s a big fan of reward programs for maximizing points and traveling for less. He can most often be found working diligently in a cafe somewhere in the world. So far he’s been to over 60 countries and counting.

World of Hyatt Elite Status Shortcuts: Corporate Fast Track, Leveraging AA Status, and More

World of Hyatt Elite Status Shortcuts: Corporate Fast Track, Leveraging AA Status, and More
Tyler GlattSkye Class
by Tyler Glatt and Skye Class
October 16, 2025
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If you want to earn World of Hyatt elite status this year, you could stay the minimum number of nights or rack up the necessary base points to earn it, but you don't necessarily have to. In fact, it's possible to qualify for Hyatt elite status without stepping foot on a Hyatt property. Here are four ways to earn Hyatt elite status this year without booking and completing stays.

Marriott Bonvoy Promotions: Global Promotion for Up to 12,075 Points, Plus Up to 50k Points per Stay, and More

Marriott Bonvoy Promotions: Global Promotion for Up to 12,075 Points, Plus Up to 50k Points per Stay, and More
Skye Class
by Skye Class
October 15, 2025
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Marriott continues to offer plenty of regional and brand-specific promotions for members to earn bonus points with eligible stays. The final global promotion for 2025 allows Bonvoy members to earn 2,025 points up to three times by January 10, 2026. Other promotions offer up to 50,000 bonus points per stay or 5,000 bonus points per night. Here's how to register to participate in these offers.

Frontier Launches Platinum Status Challenge — Earn Free Companion Travel, Bags, and Upgrades

Frontier Launches Platinum Status Challenge — Earn Free Companion Travel, Bags, and Upgrades
Skye Class
by Skye Class
October 2, 2025
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Frontier just announced an incredible opportunity to earn Elite Platinum Status through 2026. Register for the Platinum Status Challenge for just $99 and then earn 12,500 miles within 90 days. Elite Platinum Status comes with First Class upgrades (coming in 2026), free bags, and unlimited companion travel, allowing you to travel with a companion for just the cost of taxes and fees.

Southwest Week of Wow: 5K Points with Hotel Stays, Double Points on Cruises and Flights, and More

Southwest Week of Wow: 5K Points with Hotel Stays, Double Points on Cruises and Flights, and More
Tyler GlattSkye Class
by Tyler Glatt and Skye Class
October 2, 2025
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The Southwest Week of Wow is back with a new round of promotions for Rapid Rewards members, offering double points on flights, 5,000 points on hotel bookings, double points on cruises, and up to $500 off vacation packages with Getaways by Southwest. Members can also find flights for as low as $39 or rent an SUV for as little as $54 per day, while earning the standard 600 bonus points per day.

Hilton Honors Promotions: Register to Earn 1,500 Bonus Points on Every Stay, Targeted Offers, and More

Hilton Honors Promotions: Register to Earn 1,500 Bonus Points on Every Stay, Targeted Offers, and More
Skye ClassTyler Glatt
by Skye Class and Tyler Glatt
September 30, 2025
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At any given time, Hilton Honors runs several promotions you can take advantage of. This includes a global offer for 1,500 bonus points on every stay throughout the fourth quarter of 2025, targeted promotions, and ongoing offers where you can earn bonus points or free nights by staying at select brands or booking specific rates. Here's what's available now.