Avis Status Match: What You Need to Know — Including a Workaround for U.S. Travelers by Skye Class June 16, 2025 15 Avis is one of the better car rental companies in the United States. Did you know you can status match to Avis Preferred elite status? You can also status match from numerous other rental car programs. In this article, we'll go over the details of the Avis status match program.
A Complete Guide to American Airlines Award Travel Rules by Tyler Glatt and Carissa Rawson June 15, 2025 68 American Airlines AAdvantage miles can offer huge value if you know how and when to use them. If you learn the rules for booking awards, you’ll spend fewer miles, avoid unnecessary fees, and save valuable time planning your next trip. Here’s everything you need to know about booking award tickets with AAdvantage miles.
IHG Milestone Rewards: Earn Perks Every 10 Nights Stayed at IHG by Ian Snyder June 14, 2025 0 IHG Milestone Rewards provide additional benefits to frequent guests of IHG hotels. You can earn rewards for every 10 nights stayed each calendar year, starting at 20 nights. The benefits range from bonus points, to food and beverage rewards, to confirmable suite upgrades. At two specific levels, you'll also have the option to select an annual lounge membership. IHG Milestone Rewards can offer excellent value to members, depending on how you use them.
Where Flying Blue Shines: Best Redemptions on Air France, KLM & Partners by Ian Snyder and Samantha Holland June 14, 2025 46 We explore the Air France–KLM frequent flyer program, taking a look at some interesting Flying Blue award sweet spots. Flying Blue is a valuable program given its relationship with all six flexible rewards programs: American Express Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou®, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Capital One, Marriott Bonvoy, and Bilt.
Radisson Refer-A-Friend: Earn up to 50,000 Points — or Join and Get a Bonus After Your First Stay by Skye Class June 13, 2025 0 Radisson Rewards continues to run its refer-a-friend bonus, giving 1,000 bonus points to both the new member and the person who refers them. Members can earn up to 50,000 bonus points each year through this program. Here's how it works.
JetBlue Status Match: Get Three Months of Mosaic Status, Challenge to Extend Through 2026 by Tyler Glatt and Cameron Laufer July 1, 2025 0 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 2026.
How to Earn and Redeem Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles for JAL and Partner Award Flights by Mark Jackson June 10, 2025 0 Japan Airlines' JAL Mileage Bank program has long been overlooked due to how tough it was to earn miles. But that’s changed with a new transferable points partner. If you're eyeing a trip to or through Japan, here’s how to earn and redeem JAL miles for award flights.
Complete a Free Status Match to Enterprise Plus to Earn Bonus Points, Upgrades, and More by Tyler Glatt June 8, 2025 0 Rental car agencies want your business — and your continued loyalty, too. To get it, they'll occasionally offer a status match. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is no different. Here's everything you need to know about the Enterprise status match and why taking advantage of this free opportunity is worth the few seconds it takes to apply.
Starbucks Stars Have a Short Shelf Life — Here’s How to Track Your Expiration So You Can Use Them in Time by Sam Helmy June 8, 2025 3 Starbucks Rewards Stars have a very short expiration policy. This post will tell you everything you need to know about how long your Stars last, so you can use them before they expire.
TAP Miles&Go Elite Status: How to Earn, the Benefits You Get, and How to Keep Them for Life by Brie Bash June 8, 2025 0 TAP Miles&Go, the frequent flyer program for Air Portugal, flies under the radar for many. But for those who frequently fly on TAP or its partners, it can be a compelling opportunity for travelers looking to unlock elite benefits and matching Star Alliance elite status. If you're aiming to enhance your travel experience with lounge access, priority boarding, or upgrades, here's what you need to know about earning and maximizing TAP elite status.
New Benefits in 2025: How to Earn and Maximize Southwest A-List and A-List Preferred Elite Status by Senitra Horbrook June 4, 2025 0 Many people assume Southwest's lack of lounges and lie-flat seats mean its elite status isn't worth holding, but it can definitely improve your travel experience. Here’s how you can earn A-List and A-List Preferred elite status with Southwest Airlines, plus some tips on how you can use that status to improve your travels.
Complete Guide to Accor Live Limitless: Earning, Redeeming & Elite Perks by Kim Schelling and Cameron Laufer May 31, 2025 0 Accor Live Limitless isn’t as well-known in the U.S., but it can be incredibly valuable in Europe, Asia, and beyond. From earning elite status to transferring points from Citi, Capital One, or Bilt, here’s a complete guide to getting the most out of the ALL program — and when it makes sense to choose Accor over other hotel brands.
World of Hyatt and American Airlines AAdvantage® Partnership: How It Works and What You Get by Mark Jackson and Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 30, 2025 0 American Airlines and Hyatt Hotel elites members can now choose some rewards from both programs as they work towards earning higher elite status or just work on requalification for another year. See what those rewards are and whether you can find value in them.
Marriott’s Most Expensive Award Nights Now Cost Over 600K Points — How Did We Get Here? by Mark Jackson May 27, 2025 5 Marriott Bonvoy award prices have skyrocketed since the 2018 merger with Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG). Award nights now cost over 600,000 points per night — a far cry from Marriott's 45,000-point cap in 2018! So, how did we get here? Let’s take a look back at how Marriott’s most expensive award nights have changed over the years.
How to Transfer Amex Points to Airline and Hotel Programs: A Step-By-Step Guide by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea and Tyler Glatt May 27, 2025 1 Transferring American Express Membership Rewards points to travel partners will nearly always get you the best value for your points. If you're new to Membership Rewards, let us walk you through how to link your loyalty accounts with American Express and how to initiate a points transfer. Soon, it will be second nature.
Earn Extra Accor ALL Points and Qatar Avios, Plus Elite Status Fast Track by Skye Class May 26, 2025 3 Accor ALL and Qatar Privilege Club members have a promotion to earn double rewards on eligible stays and flights. For the unaware, you can earn Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Rewards points on Qatar flights and Qatar Avios on Accor stays — while leveraging your elite status for more perks. Here's how.
Luxe for Less: The Best Ways to Earn and Redeem Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club Points by Sam Helmy and Andrew Kunesh May 26, 2025 3 Leading Hotels of the World lets you earn and redeem points at unique luxury properties. Here’s a look at the value of Leaders Club points you can achieve on a handful redemptions and how to earn them.
How to Supercharge Your Rapid Rewards Balance by Booking Through Southwest Hotels by Mark Jackson May 25, 2025 0 Southwest Hotels is a program you may not have heard of, but if you’re aiming to earn a Companion Pass, it’s worth learning about. Your next hotel stay could earn you a surprising number of Rapid Rewards points if you book through this platform. Here’s how it works.
Can You Transfer Miles Between Frequent Flyer Programs? by Sam Helmy May 25, 2025 66 Can you transfer points and miles between frequent flyer programs? Sadly, the answer is "no" in most cases. However, there are a few options for moving points from one program to another. Besides, you may not need to transfer points between programs after all! Here's everything you need to know about transferring points between programs.
Do OpenTable Points Expire? OpenTable Points Expiration Policy Explained by Sam Helmy May 23, 2025 1 OpenTable points can disappear faster than you think — even if you’re still dining out. Points not only expire due to inactivity but also after a set lifespan. Here’s how the expiration rules work, when your points could be at risk, and how you can get notified to before your points might expire.
Avianca LifeMiles: Transfer Partners and Partner Airlines by Ian Snyder May 23, 2025 0 LifeMiles offers excellent value as an award program. With a great set of partner airlines and multiple Avianca LifeMiles transfer partners allowing you to turn bank points into LifeMiles, the potential is huge. One of the biggest upsides to the LifeMiles program is that it does not pass along carrier surcharges. It also has the benefit of an solid award chart for flights from the U.S.
Alaska Million Miler Status: A Lifetime of Perks for Mileage Plan Loyalists by Brie Bash May 21, 2025 0 For those dedicated and loyal travelers who frequently fly with Alaska, reaching Million Miler status offers a unique path to lifetime benefits, including lifetime elite status and priority treatment, making it a valuable achievement for those committed to the airline. This guide will provide all the essential details about Alaska Airlines Million Miler status.
Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea and Tyler Glatt May 21, 2025 4 Marriott Platinum Elite status is one of the best mid-tier hotel statuses you can earn — unlocking perks like free breakfast, room upgrades (including suites), 4 pm late checkout, and access to executive lounges. Even better, you don’t need to spend 50 nights a year to get it. Here’s what makes Platinum the Marriott Bonvoy sweet spot — and how to earn it faster with the right credit cards.
How To Use Hyatt Pay My Way and Points + Cash Options — And What to Do if It Isn’t Showing Up by Jenna Hansen and Andrew Kunesh May 19, 2025 0 The never-ending battle when it comes to credit card points is that there never seem to be enough points for all of the amazing trips you want to take. Thankfully, Hyatt has a great option for offsetting that problem. It’s called Hyatt Pay My Way, and it allows you to use a combination of points, cash, and/or free night certificates when booking a room.
7 Ways to Score Free Breakfast at IHG Hotels by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea and Samantha Holland May 18, 2025 1 Free hotel breakfast can be a great way to start your day — and save some serious cash on the road. IHG One Rewards members have several ways to score complimentary breakfast, whether by booking specific brands, using Milestone Rewards, or unlocking elite perks. Here’s how to get free breakfast at IHG hotels, including which brands offer it automatically and how to unlock it with status.
Do United Miles Expire? An Overview of United Mileage Expiration Rules by Sam Helmy and Ryan Smith May 17, 2025 2 United MileagePlus miles no longer expire, which is great news for travelers. But there are still a few conditions to be aware of, and devaluations can chip away at the value of your balance. Here's what you need to know about expiration rules — plus our tips for tracking, earning, and using United miles wisely.
Fly With a Plus One for Less: How to Earn and Use an Alaska Airlines Companion Fare by Ashley Onadele and Mark Jackson August 18, 2025 0 The Alaska Airlines Companion Fare is available to both personal and business Alaska credit cardholders after meeting minimum spend requirements. The fare code allows you to book a one-time coach ticket for a companion for just $99 plus taxes and fees on any Alaska Airlines-operated domestic or international flight and on a handful of Hawaiian Airlines flights. Here's how it works.
How to Pay Rent via Bilt Rewards and Earn Points on Your Biggest Monthly Expense by Mark Jackson May 14, 2025 1 Bilt Rewards has made a big splash by making it possible to earn valuable Bilt Points on rent. If you’re thinking about using Bilt to earn rewards on rent, this guide has everything you need to get started.
How to Maximize Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for Flights Within North America by JT Genter and Cameron Laufer May 11, 2025 0 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.
How to Top Off Your Marriott Free Night Award Certificate With up to 15,000 Bonvoy Points by Sam Helmy and Jenna Hansen May 9, 2025 1 Marriott lets you top off your Free Night Award night certs (including those earned through co-branded credit cards) with up to 15,000 Bonvoy points. This brings some flexibility when trying to book more expensive hotels or peak nights. This article shows you exactly how it works.
