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9 Places To Travel in 2026 — And How To Get There With Points and Miles

February 28, 2026 0

In what feels like the blink of an eye, we're already planning out our 2026 travel. Whether you are hoping to return to your favorite destinations or cross a new city off your bucket list, it's time to begin booking flights, hotels, and experiences. Here are AwardWallet's picks for the top places to travel in 2026, including how to get there using your points and miles.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byToni Southam

How To Stretch Your Miles on Intra-Japan and Japan-Korea Flights

February 22, 2026 0

It is easy to book intra-Japan and Japan to Korea flights with points and miles. With many low cost award options starting at 6,000 miles (and as low as $0 in taxes and fees), this can be a great way to save money when hopping around Asia. There are several programs you can use to book these awards.

Cameron Laufer & JT Genter

Reviewed byToni Southam

The 4 Best Ways To Use Points and Miles for Emirates First Class in 2026

February 20, 2026 0

Emirates First Class has long been among the most sought-after award redemptions. However, redeeming points and miles for Emirates First Class has always been challenging. So, how do you book Emirates First Class award tickets in 2026, and what does it cost? Let's take a look.

Mark Jackson & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

The Quirks of Upgrading British Airways Flights With Avios — And Whether It's Worth Doing

February 16, 2026 0

It's possible to upgrade British Airways cash fares to a higher cabin using Avios. We outline the process, the confusing formula used to price the upgrade, and whether it's worth it to use Avios this way.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed byToni Southam

The Best Ways to Avoid Paying High Fuel Surcharges When Booking Flights With Avios

February 15, 2026 40

Better known as fuel surcharges, finding out that an award flight in a premium cabin also requires you to pay $1,000 round-trip in additional fees can feel like a punch to the gut. British Airways is arguable the one carrier that is most well-known for these fees. Thankfully, there are a few ways to redeem Avios that avoid or reduce fuel surcharges to a more tolerable level.

Ian Snyder & Max Prosperi

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

Citi Travel℠ Portal Guide: How To Earn and Redeem ThankYou® Points for Flights, Hotels, and More

February 8, 2026 2

The Citi Travel℠ portal is one of several ways you can redeem Citi ThankYou® Points. It doesn't offer the same value as the array of transfer partners, but it does have the upside of letting you use your points for flights on all major carriers. It also gives you a one-stop shop for booking many aspects of your trip. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Ian Snyder & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byToni Southam

Disneyland Paris With Points: Best Award Options, Where to Stay, and How to Buy Tickets

February 6, 2026 0

Many people dream of visiting Disneyland Paris, and the right strategy for using points and miles can make that dream an affordable reality. We're covering multiple ways to travel to Paris by plane or train on points, as well as booking award lodging in Paris or at the parks. Finally, we'll explore the unique and significantly discounted tickets Disneyland Paris offers.

Samantha Holland & Mark Jackson

Reviewed byToni Southam

Best Hotels Near Tokyo Disney You Can Book With Points

February 3, 2026 1

No need to stay at an expensive Tokyo Disney Resort that only offers 15 minutes of early entry. Official Disney Hotels and other properties near the Tokyo parks offer competitive perks. We'll cover three specific properties to consider for your trip and how can you can book them with points or hotel free night awards.

Samantha Holland

Reviewed byToni Southam

How to Book an Award Flight: A Step-By-Step Guide to Flying on Points and Miles

January 21, 2026 60

Like any skill, booking award flights requires a lot of practice before it becomes second nature. If you've never booked an award flight before — or think you're at risk of missing a step — this post is for you. Here's a step-by-step guide walking you through the entire process of booking an award flight.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

JAL First Class vs. ANA First Class: I Flew Both — Here’s My Comparison

January 13, 2026 0

Japan Airlines and ANA Airlines boast some of the best first class cabins in the sky. We put the airlines' first class products head to head, comparing the cabins, seats, service, dining, and airport experience to see which airline comes out on top. Plus, we share some tips on how to book these coveted award flights.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

The 8 Best Flexible Rewards Points You Can Use for (Nearly) Free Travel

January 4, 2026 64

The key to successful rewards travel is flexibility. In this post, we'll show you why transferable points are so valuable for unlocking big travel savings. We also compare the major flexible rewards programs to help you choose the best option based on your travel goals.

Ashley Onadele & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed byJT Genter

Remember to Reprice Your Flights and Hotels to Save Money — Here's Why and How to Do It

January 3, 2026 1

Airline and hotel prices can fluctuate, so it's important to regularly check your current reservations to see if the price has gone down. If it has, you can rebook at the new rate. This article covers everything you need to know about keeping an eye on prices, and how to rebook reservations to get some of your cash or points back.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

AwardWallet's Roundup of Airline, Hotel, and Transferable Rewards Program Sweet Spots

December 31, 2025 77

One of the biggest challenges in the points and miles world is how to get more great award redemptions — and avoid fewer bad redemptions. AwardWallet is here to help you solve that challenge. Here's a link to each of our "sweet spot" posts covering the best redemptions for dozens of the most popular loyalty programs and destinations.

JT Genter

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

You Can Now Book Short-Haul QantasLink Flights With British Airways Avios — Here Are the Rates

December 30, 2025 0

Qantas is part of the Oneworld alliance, and it’s long been possible to book its flights through partners like British Airways. Now, it appears that QantasLink flights are bookable through British Airways as well. Here's what to know and the rates we're seeing.

Cameron Laufer

Book These Oneworld Awards Through Alaska Airlines Instead of American Airlines

December 21, 2025 3

There are lots of ways to book award travel on Oneworld airlines, but not all are equal when it comes to the mileage requirement for specific destinations. Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards routinely offers more compelling value than American Airlines AAdvantage when booking awards to these destinations.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

Buy Points and Miles the Smart Way: How to Leverage Promotions to Score Incredible Deals on Travel

February 27, 2026 1

Does it make sense to buy miles or points for your upcoming trip? Buying points can be intimidating if you're still learning about award travel. But if you do it wisely, you can save money and book your next adventure even sooner than you might think.

Erik Paquet & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

The Award Traveler’s Guide to Qatar Airways Qsuites: What It's Like & How to Book With Points

November 23, 2025 0

Qatar Airways Qsuites business class is one of the best ways to fly. If you’re hoping to try it for yourself, it’s worth knowing which planes have these ultra-private suites, the best ways to book with points, and what to do if you get the dreaded aircraft swap email. In this award traveler’s guide to Qatar Airways Qsuites, we’ll cover everything you need to know about flying one of the best business class products in the sky.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

Fly All Year for $349: What to Know About Frontier’s Just-Launched Annual GoWild! Pass

November 20, 2025 3

The Frontier Airlines GoWild! Pass can be very valuable, but it's not for every traveler. For travelers who don't need checked bags, seats, or other perks — and can be flexible enough to take a trip on a moment's notice — this pass might be for you. But there might be a better way to save on Frontier flights for most travelers.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

How (and Why) to Use the American Express International Airline Program

November 18, 2025 2

The American Express International Airline Program offers up to a 20% discount on paid airfare for premium economy, business, and first class tickets. There are 36 participating airlines in this program, but not everyone has access.

Carissa Rawson & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

How I Stacked Two Credit Card Bonuses to Fly Turkish Business Class for $0 Out of Pocket

November 17, 2025 4

I wanted to fly to Istanbul in Turkish Airlines business class using points and miles and pay nothing out of pocket, and I accomplished this by stacking two credit card welcome bonuses. Here's how I did just that.

Brett Holzhauer

Flying Blue Award Calendar Now Works On Delta Flights — Here's How to Find the Cheapest Awards

November 15, 2025 11

Finding the cheapest Air France, KLM, or Delta flights using Flying Blue miles can be tricky — unless you know how to search. Here's how to unlock the hidden award calendar most travelers miss, including Delta awards via Flying Blue. If you collect Flying Blue miles, this is one tool you’ll definitely want to bookmark.

Brie Bash & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byJT Genter

You Can Now Book JetSMART Awards Using AAdvantage Miles — But Is It a Good Deal?

November 5, 2025 0

Low-cost South American airline JetSMART has adopted the AAdvantage mileage program and travelers can now book award flights directly through American! We break down how to book and whether it makes sense to do so.

Cameron Laufer

How I'm Flying My Family of Six to Japan for Just $33.60 Out-of-Pocket

November 1, 2025 0

We booked flights to Japan for our family of six using just 210,000 miles and $33.60 in taxes and fees. Booking award flights for a larger family requires planning, flexibility, and strategy, but the effort is well worth it. Find out how to earn the points, find the flights, and learn some of the best tips for large family award travel.

Jenna Hansen

The Ultimate Guide to Companion Fares, Companion Passes & Companion Tickets

October 31, 2025 86

Companion fares are among the most sought-after benefits an airline or credit card offers. These fares allow an individual to travel with a companion at little to no extra cost. In this post, we’ll give you a bird’s-eye view of several companion fare options, helping you determine which are worth earning and which you may not fit your goals.

Brie Bash & Max Prosperi

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

Positioning Flights Explained: Save Miles and Money on Your Next Award Trip

October 31, 2025 2

If you are looking to level up your award-booking skills, you will need to look beyond your closest airport, with positioning flights. This post will give you everything you need to know about positioning flights and how you can use them to find incredible deals.

Brie Bash

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

Best Points and Miles to Fly Between New York and London — Cross the Pond From 6k Points

October 27, 2025 36

New York to London is the busiest long-haul international route in the world. There are seven carriers that connect these two cities, so it can be challenging to know how to book a good value award flight. Read more to learn the best ways to book any of the wide variety of potential flights using points and miles.

Ross Denkin & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

How To Book Lufthansa First Class Using Miles, Plus Current Routes

October 14, 2025 5

Booking yourself into a swanky Lufthansa first-class seat using points and miles is an aspiration for many in the points and miles hobby. Part of that may come from the fact that it's not the easiest award ticket to get. Here's how to book Lufthansa first class using miles, plus which routes are currently operating first class products.

Ajay Jain & Ryan Smith

Reviewed byJT Genter

United Adds 4 New European Routes for Summer 2026 — and Award Seats Are Already Available

October 14, 2025 0

United recently announced four new European destination to its route map with seasonal service beginning next summer. Here are the new routes plus award availability and the cheapest ways to book awards to these unique locations.

Cameron Laufer

Ghosts, Ghouls, and Points: The 9 Best Haunted Hotels You Can Book With Points

October 13, 2025 28

Halloween is nearly upon us, and all the spooky feels are in the air. And what’s better than spending your All Hallow’s Eve at a haunted hotel? Doing it with points, of course! Here's a list of nine haunted hotels you can book with points.

Brie Bash & Toni Southam

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

How To Claim a Free Hotel or City Tour With the Turkish Airlines Stopover and TourIstanbul Programs

October 13, 2025 7

The Turkish Airlines stopover program offers a free hotel for up to three nights or a complimentary "TourIstanbul" excursion on shorter layovers. The stopover and layover programs have several caveats, which you'll want to know about before making a reservation. Here are all the freebies you can take advantage of during your next connection through Istanbul.

Skye Class

Reviewed byAllie Johnson

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