Category: News

Amex to Devalue Transfers to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles in Early 2026 — Here’s the Timeline

December 8, 2025 0

Amex Membership Rewards is one of a handful of programs that offers transfers to Cathay Pacific's loyalty program -- known as Asia Miles -- at a 1:1 ratio. That rate will be changing, but luckily not for a few months. Effective March 1, 2026, the transfer rate will change to 5:4, dropping the rate by 20%. Here's what to know.

Cameron Laufer

You Can Now Earn American Airlines Miles and British Airways Avios on Select LEVEL Flights

December 5, 2025 1

You can now earn British Airways Avios and American Airlines miles on select flights operated by LEVEL, a low-cost long-haul airline operating flights to 7 hubs in the Americas from its base in Barcelona. Here's what you need to know about this change.

Harrison Pierce

Marriott and Emirates Your World Rewards Promotion: Earn 2,500 Skywards Miles On Your Next Flight

December 5, 2025 0

Marriott Bonvoy Your World Rewards members who linked their accounts by November 21 can now earn 2,500 bonus Skywards miles on their next Emirates flight booked by December 21, 2025, for travel by February 28, 2026. Here are the details for this promotion.

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RESERVE by CLEAR Is Gone — Here’s What’s (Sort of) Replaced It

December 5, 2025 1

Did you ever use RESERVE by CLEAR? This service was briefly available, but we recently found CLEAR sunset the program. A new program called CLEAR Mobile is now available, but that has no connection to RESERVE. Here's a record of what RESERVE was, and what other options are currently available.

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Reviewed by JT Genter

American Airlines Launches 'AAdvantage Gold Pass' — But Are the Benefits Worth the Massive Cost?

December 4, 2025 1

American Airlines just introduced what it's calling the "AAdvantage Gold Pass." Buying one gets you a full year of AAdvantage Gold status, 100,000 bonus miles, and 15,000 Loyalty Points. But let us be the first to tell you that this pass is...well...extremely expensive. Here's what to know.

Tyler Glatt

RIP Sweet Spot: Miles&Smiles Kills Off Cheap United Awards to Hawaii, Increases Rates Up to 167%

December 4, 2025 0

One of the best airline sweet spots just unceremoniously killed off this week. Before this month, travelers could book United Airlines awards to Hawaii for just 10,000 Miles&Smiles miles each way. Now, awards to Hawaii start at 25,000 miles one-way. And business and first-class awards have jumped even more.

JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

United Cardholders Can Now Earn 2X MileagePlus Miles on Rent Paid Through Bilt — Here’s How

December 4, 2025 4

Rarely does a day go by when Bilt Rewards doesn't add a new partnership or expand on an existing one. And the Bilt partnership news du jour is an expansion of its relationship with United Airlines. Effective immediately, your United MileagePlus credit card just became more rewarding for paying rent. Here's the latest.

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Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Accor and Flying Blue Launch 30% Transfer Bonus — Book Business Class to Europe From 47k Accor Points

December 4, 2025 2

Air France/KLM Flying Blue just announced a new 30% transfer bonus through December 17, 2025, on transfers from Accor Live Limitless. Accor already offers one of the best transfer rates we've seen from a hotel program to an airline mileage program, and this transfer bonus makes it even better. Combine with Promo Rewards to book rewards between the U.S. and Europe for 15k Accor points in economy or 47k Accor points in business class.

Sam Helmy & Harrison Pierce

Citi ThankYou to Lose Aeromexico Rewards as a Transfer Partner — Here's the Timeline

December 3, 2025 1

In early 2026, Citi ThankYou® Points will lose Aeromexico Rewards as a transfer partner. Luckily, this won't have a huge impact on most travelers, as Aeromexico makes it difficult to book award redemptions. Here's what you need to know about this development, and when the partnership is winding down.

Harrison Pierce

American Airlines Mileage Sale: Buy AAdvantage® Miles With Up to a 40% Discount

December 3, 2025 400

American Airlines just launched a new promotion for buying miles -- letting AAdvantage® members grab miles with up to a 40% discount. At the optimal purchase rate, there are a few times when it can make sense to buy American Airlines miles. If you've been looking for an opportunity to grab some American miles, this might be as good of a chance as ever. Let's dive into some examples to see if buying miles during this promotion makes sense for you.

Andrew George Bradshaw & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Southwest Adds Fifth International Airline Partner: Condor

December 2, 2025 0

It's been a busy year for Southwest. The Dallas-based airline just announced its fifth international airline partner with Frankfurt-based Condor, giving Rapid Rewards members an easy path to Europe. Here's everything you need to know about the partnership, including how to book flights beginning January 19, 2026.

Harrison Pierce

Capital One to Devalue Transfers to Emirates Skywards — Here's the Timeline and New Ratio

December 2, 2025 0

We've got more bad news regarding point transfers to Emirates Skywards. After Citi and Amex devalued point transfers and Chase removed Emirates completely as a transfer partner, Capital One is the latest issuer to announce a devaluation of transfers to Emirates Skywards. Thankfully you still have time to act before this devaluation takes effect.

Harrison Pierce

Chase Unveils a Brand-New Two Story Sapphire Lounge at the Las Vegas Airport — Here’s a Look Inside

December 2, 2025 0

Chase's long-awaited Sapphire Lounge by The Club is set to open its doors at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) on December 3, 2025. Here's a look inside the issuer's brand-new two-story lounge, and everything you need to know about where it is, how to access it, and what amenities you'll find inside.

Tyler Glatt

JetBlue Flash Sale: Use This Promo Code to Save 35% Off Select Flights

December 2, 2025 0

JetBlue just launched its biggest promotion of the year for Travel Tuesday, offering 35% off all flights booked on December 2 and 3. Here's the promo code to use, eligible dates, and the restrictions of this sweet deal.

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Delta Unveils Changes to Elite Choice Benefits for 2026

December 2, 2025 2

Delta just unveiled changes to the Choice Benefits available to Platinum and Diamond Medallion members. These changes take effect in 2026, and they are largely good news. Here's what you need to know.

Harrison Pierce

The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Hong Kong Is Closing Soon — Here's What We Know

December 2, 2025 1

If you can believe it, the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at the Hong Kong International Airport will close on January 5, 2026. This was the first location for the now beloved Sapphire Lounges, so it's surprising to hear that it will shut down in a little over a month. Here's what we know.

Harrison Pierce

Final Day: 50% Off My Favorite Deal Alert Service for Cheap Flights and Award Availability

December 2, 2025 6

Today's the last day to save 50% off Thrifty Traveler Premium subscriptions. From cheap flights to Europe to unicorn-level award availability, Thrifty Traveler Premium alerts you to it all — including by text message if you opt into that option. Here's more about what you get with Thrifty Traveler Premium and why we think its worth it.

JT Genter

United Airlines Cardholder Flash Sale: Save up to 28% on Award Flights to Over 30 Destinations

December 1, 2025 24

United Airlines just launched a new flash award sale — but only for those who've got a MileagePlus credit card. If you've got miles sitting around, you can snag international flights from the U.S. to over 30 global destinations starting at 12,000 miles per way through December 5, 2025. Here are all the details.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Navy Federal Credit Union Promotions: $200 Bonus After Joining and Opening a New Certificate

November 29, 2025 0

Are you an active or veteran military personnel or a close family member of one? If so, you might want to consider joining the Navy Federal Credit Union. As an added benefit, new members who join and open a Special EasyStart Certificate by November 30, 2025, will receive a $200 bonus. Here are the details.

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American Airlines Vacations Promotions: Save up to $250 or Get up to 20k Bonus AAdvantage Miles

November 28, 2025 0

To mark Black Friday and Cyber Monday, several American Airlines Vacations promotions offer up to $250 off vacation packages, or up to 20k bonus miles. American Airlines Vacations regularly offers discounts and bonus miles with select vacation packages. Here’s what’s on offer and how to decide if it’s worth booking your trip this way.

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Save Up to 50% Off Amazon Purchases by Redeeming Just a Few Credit Card Points

November 28, 2025 158

Lucky Amex, Citi, and Discover cardholders can save up to 50% off Amazon purchases when redeeming points. While using credit card points for Amazon purchases generally isn't great, redeeming just a few points for up to 50% in savings is an exception worth making. Here's how to check if you're targeted.

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Airline, Hotel, and Travel Promotions for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday

November 25, 2025 2

Hotels, airlines, and other travel-related companies are offering promotions for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday like there's no tomorrow. To make it easier to parse through the ones that might interest you, we've created a list of the best travel promotions available.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Fly to Europe for 25% Fewer Miles — Emirates Just Dropped Award Rates on Condor

November 24, 2025 2

Good news about the Emirates Skywards program has been hard to come by this year, but we finally have something positive to share. In an unannounced change, Emirates slashed economy award pricing on one of its partner airlines, Condor, by 25% across the board. Here’s a look at the new award rates for Condor flights.

Tyler Glatt

Marriott Makes It Permanent: Gift Ambassador Elite Status to a Loved One With the 'Plus One' Perk

November 24, 2025 0

If you have top-tier Marriott Ambassador Elite status, you can gift your status to someone residing at your address. Although this feature first rolled out as a temporary perk in 2024, it's here to stay. Here are the details.

Sam Helmy & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

PointsYeah One-Year Holiday Sale: Get 40% off a First-Year Membership

November 24, 2025 1

PointsYeah is offering 40% off Premium subscriptions to new members to celebrate the holidays. Sign up today to take advantage of fantastic first-year pricing. Here are the full details of the promotion and how to save 40%.

Tyler Glatt & Harrison Pierce

Flying Blue Expands Saver Award Availability for Platinum and Ultimate Elite Members

November 23, 2025 1

Struggling to find Flying Blue Saver award space to Europe? That'll be less of an issue if you have Platinum or Ultimate status. Better award availability is now an official perk of holding either status. Here's how meaningful this benefit is and how to earn your way toward Platinum status.

Cameron Laufer

TopCashback Offering a $40 Friend Referral Bonus Through December 2

November 22, 2025 0

TopCashback is a great way to earn rewards with online purchases. And that's especially true now. TopCashback is currently offering a $40 referral bonus when referring a friend through December 2, 2025. Here's how to claim your bonus cash.

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Earn up to 150% More Tier Credits Towards MGM Rewards Status With the Daily Tier Status Accelerator

November 21, 2025 0

MGM Rewards offers a Tier Credit Accelerator to earn bonus Tier Credits each day in their loyalty program. This helps gamblers and other guests earn status in MGM's loyalty program. This December, there's a special promotion worth paying attention to, making it even easier to earn status.

Mark Jackson

Get Access to Exclusive Benefits at Miami Art Week With These Chase, Amex, Citi, and Capital One Cards

November 21, 2025 0

Miami Art Week 2025 runs from December 2-7, and select Chase, Amex, Citi, and Capital One cardholders all have exclusive benefits. From unique dinners, meet-and-greets, and private lounges, here are the experiences available for eligible cardholders at Miami Art Week 2025.

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United MileagePlus Members Can Get a Free TimeShifter Subscription or Earn 500 Bonus Miles

November 21, 2025 0

United has partnered with TimeShifter to offer Premier 1K members a free annual subscription and award all other members 500 bonus miles with purchase. Here’s how the app works and how to take advantage of the offer.

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