Category: News

MGM’s New Iconic Credit Card Offers $200 Resort Credit, MGM Status, and Lounge Access — But Is It Worth the Fee?

April 17, 2025 2

MGM just launched a brand new MGM Rewards Iconic World Elite Mastercard, offering an annual $200 resort credit, MGM elite status, plus the ability to earn a $250 hotel credit and higher elite status tiers. Here's a dive into all the perks at launch, and whether it makes sense for your wallet.

Mark Jackson

New Japan Airlines Award Charts Are Coming on June 10 — Here’s What to Book Now

April 14, 2025 0

Japan Airlines is increasing award rates on June 10, 2025 — and hiking First Class awards up to 57%. While Mileage Bank miles are hard to earn, travelers with a balance should book soon to lock in current pricing before the devaluation takes effect. Here's what you should book now.

Cameron Laufer

PayPal Is Giving Away $10 Million — Here’s How to Win Up to $500

April 14, 2025 2

Paypal has recently made some key improvements to its platform, speeding up the experience and giving more payment options. In celebration, PayPal is awarding up to $10 million to customers who use PayPal Checkout online through July 18. Everyone has five chances to win up to $100. Here are the details.

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Cathay Pacific Offering 5k-Mile Rebates on Select Awards Ahead of Its Upcoming Devaluation

April 12, 2025 0

Cathay Pacific is making changes to its Asia Miles program award pricing on April 15, 2025 — with business class awards going up and some economy flights getting cheaper. To soften the blow, a limited-time rebate offers 5,000 miles back on select round-trip economy awards. Here are all the details.

Mark Jackson

Save Up to 75% on Vietnam Airlines Award Tickets With This Lotus Day Promotion

April 11, 2025 0

To celebrate the airline's 30th anniversary, Vietnam Airlines has announced multiple promotions — including one giving you 75% off award booking for flights booked by May 31, 2025. Here are all the details.

Sam Helmy

You Can Now Redeem Bilt Points for Purchases at Walgreens, Walmart, CVS, and More

April 10, 2025 0

Bilt Rewards just added more ways to redeem Bilt Points for everyday life. Eligible cardholders can now use points at checkout at retailers like Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, and CITGO — with more merchants on the way. While the redemption value is lower than with Bilt transfer partners, it’s a flexible new perk that makes it easier to use your Bilt Points day-to-day.

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Citi Adds New Restrictions to The Citi Strata Premier Card’s Welcome Bonus — Here’s What Changed

April 9, 2025 1

The Citi Strata Premier® Card offers a great mix of value and perks; it's one of my favorite "keeper cards" in my wallet. However, if you're looking to earn a bonus on this card, there are new terms and conditions attached to its welcome bonus. Here's what you need to know.

Lauren Wynn

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Earn Alaska MVP Elite Status After One Round-Trip Flight — to Australia or New Zealand

April 8, 2025 0

Alaska Airlines is offering complimentary Mileage Plan elite status after one round-trip flight — with a catch. If you book and fly a round-trip between the continental U.S. and either Auckland or Sydney, you’ll lock in MVP perks through December 2026. Here’s what to know.

Tyler Glatt

ANA to Introduce One-Way Award Bookings, but Hike the Cost of High Season Tickets and Axe Round the Worlds

April 8, 2025 1

In just over two months, ANA Mileage Club will roll out three rather big changes. Starting June 24, 2025, the Tokyo-based airline will begin allowing one-way award bookings — but it will also increase the number of miles required for several awards and completely axe Round the World award tickets. Here are the details.

Tyler Glatt

Enhancements Are Coming to Two Key Business Platinum Card® Benefits on July 1

April 7, 2025 1

Three Business Platinum Card credits were expected to expire halfway through 2025. But in a quiet update to the card's application page, Amex has extended one credit indefinitely and introduced plans to revamp two others. Here are the details.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Carnival Cruise Line Teases New Ships — and Big Changes to Its VIFP Loyalty Program

April 7, 2025 0

Carnival is going big — literally! From two new Excel-class ships designed with families in mind to mega-ships capable of carrying 8,000 guests, Carnival Cruise Line just revealed major fleet and destination upgrades. Plus, changes are coming to the VIFP loyalty program for the first time in over a decade. Here’s everything shared at Carnival’s “Innovation Itinerary” media event — and what it means for travelers.

Mark Jackson

Which Eurostar Lounges Can You Access With Eligible Amex Platinum Cards?

April 7, 2025 49

The American Express Platinum Card® reigns supreme when it comes to lounge access. Beyond a wide range of airport lounges, you can also use your card to access select Eurostar Premier Lounges in London, Paris, and Brussels. Here's how — plus an important caveat.

Sam Helmy

Brightline Launches Rewards Program Along With Triple Points Promo and Million Point Sweepstakes

April 5, 2025 0

Brightline is a high-speed rail service in Florida, with stops in Orlando and five stations in South Florida currently. With future expansions in the planning stages, the service has launched its own rewards program to better compete with alternative transportation options in the region.

Mark Jackson

Citi Might Have Just Tightened Its Product Change Rules — Here’s Why That Matters

April 4, 2025 2

Recent reports indicate that Citi has begun restricting which cards you can product change to and from. And that’s bad news for customers. Here’s what we know so far.

Cameron Laufer

Win Beyoncé Cowboy Carter Tour Concert Tickets by Entering This Marriott Sweepstakes

April 4, 2025 0

A new Marriott sweepstakes is offering Bonvoy members the chance to win tickets to Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour. 19 packages for seven concert dates through July 14 are available to win. Here are the details on how to register and why you'll want to enter as soon as possible to maximize your chances.

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Get Free Coffee at Capital One Cafes During the 2025 MLB Season — Here's How to Opt In

April 3, 2025 0

Capital One Cafes are celebrating Major League Baseball by offering a free coffee every Monday throughout the 2025 season, and not just for Capital One cardholders. Here are the details on how to claim your free coffee each Monday at 50 locations across the U.S.

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Southwest Launches Flights to Tokyo for Just 7,500 Points — With a Catch

April 1, 2025 5

In a bold move blending aggressive expansion and creative routing, Southwest has announced its first-ever service to Tokyo — with award prices starting at just 7,500 Rapid Rewards points!

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Amex 20% Transfer Bonus to Aeromexico: Fly Biz to Mexico City, Amsterdam, or Tokyo for Less

April 1, 2025 5

Now through April 30, 2025, US-based American Express cardmembers can get a 20% transfer bonus points when transferring Membership Rewards to Aeromexico Rewards. Utilize this transfer bonus to book lie-flat business class awards to Mexico City from 19k Amex points each way or business class to Europe for 79k Amex points. Here are the details of this limited-time promotion and how to take advantage of it.

Tyler Glatt & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by JT Genter

You Can Now Fly to Iceland (And Beyond) Using Your JetBlue Points

April 1, 2025 4

You can now use JetBlue TrueBlue points to book award flights on Icelandair, which can get you to Keflavík and beyond! Here’s a quick look at the award rates JetBlue is charging — and some of the destinations you can now reach using points.

Tyler Glatt

Amex New 20% Transfer Bonus to Etihad — Unlock JetBlue Mint to Europe for 50k, AA Awards from 5k

April 1, 2025 2

American Express just launched a promotion offering a 20% bonus on transfers from Membership Rewards points to Etihad Guest Miles. Here's how you can utilize this bonus for 5,000-point domestic American Airlines flights, 50k points for JetBlue Mint to Europe, or fly to the Middle East in style for 100k Amex points!

JT Genter & Sam Helmy

Chase Extends Peloton Partnership Through 2027 — Earn Up to 10X Points on Peloton Purchases

March 31, 2025 2

Good news for cardholders looking to get in shape this year with Peloton! Chase Sapphire Cardholders can get up to 10X total points when purchasing new Peloton equipment and accessories. The Chase Sapphire Reserve® card gives 10X total points and the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card gives 5X total points on Peloton purchases through March 2025.

Skye Class & JT Genter

It’s Official: Fiji Airways Has Become the 14th Member of the Oneworld Alliance

March 31, 2025 2

Just under a year ago, Oneworld announced that Fiji Airways would become the alliance's 14th full-fledged member. As of March 31, 2025, the island nation's flag carrier has officially joined one of the world's most valuable airline alliances. Here’s what Fiji Airways joining Oneworld means for you.

Tyler Glatt & Ryan Smith

Thrifty Traveler Premium+ Price Increasing April 1 — Sign Up Today to Lock in Current Rate for Life

March 31, 2025 0

Thrifty Traveler will increase the price for its Premium+ subscription effective April 1, 2025. The cost of a new Premium+ subscription -- which includes both airline and hotel alerts -- will jump by $25 per year. However, you can still sign up today to lock in the current lower rate for life.

JT Genter

Loganair Switches to Avios With New Logan Loyalty Program — And It’s a Big Win for Travelers

March 31, 2025 0

Loganair just overhauled its loyalty program, switching to Avios as its program currency effective today, March 31, 2025. As part of the change, the Loganair program is rebranded Logan Loyalty and Clan Points have been converted to Avios. This program overhaul also opens a new best use of Avios on niche but expensive Loganair flights.

Sam Helmy & JT Genter

Chase Extends Lyft Benefits Through 2027 — New Monthly Credits and Bonus Points Earnings

March 31, 2025 0

Chase’s partnership with Lyft has long offered bonus points or cash back on rides booked through the Lyft app. And it’s now been extended through September 2027 — with new benefits on offer for select cardholders. Here's what's new with the Chase–Lyft partnership and all the benefits you have because of it.

Tyler Glatt

Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball Presale: Get Tickets Early With Your Citi Card Starting March 31

March 29, 2025 0

Lady Gaga just announced her eighth tour, Mayhem Ball, and Citi cardholders can purchase presale tickets through the Citi Entertainment portal between March 31 and April 2. Here are the details of these tickets and how to purchase yours.

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Earn and Redeem Avios on Garuda Indonesia — Up to 250% Earn Rates, Redemptions Starting at 6k Points

March 28, 2025 0

You can now earn and redeem Avios for flights on Garuda Indonesia, thanks to the newly expanded partnership between Qatar Airways and Garuda. Let’s take a look at how many Avios you’ll earn when flying Garuda Indonesia — and how many you’ll need to redeem for an award.

Sam Helmy

Air Canada Aeroplan’s New Dynamic Partner Award Pricing Is Live: Higher Prices, Fewer Sweet Spots

March 27, 2025 0

Air Canada just ditched its fixed award charts for flying on partners such as United Airlines and Etihad. The new dynamic award pricing represents a significant devaluation of Aeroplan points and will cost travelers more when looking to book award flights with Air Canada. Here's the new pricing we're seeing.

Cameron Laufer

Southwest Launches Variable Award Pricing — And It’s (Mostly) Bad News for Points Value

March 27, 2025 4

Southwest just rolled out variable pricing on award flights, ending years of predictable Rapid Rewards value. Here's how it works — and how much more you might pay for the same awards than before.

Cameron Laufer

MGM Rewards Adds Milestone Perks, Marriott Status Matches, and Cruise Upgrades

March 26, 2025 0

MGM Rewards continues to tweak its loyalty program, rewarding mid- and top-tier members more for their on-property spending and gambling. In addition, the program deepens its partnership with Royal Caribbean and Marriott Bonvoy with this recent announcement.

Mark Jackson