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Remember: Capital One Venture X Cardholders Lose Plaza Premium Lounge Access March 1, 2025

February 26, 2025 0

Starting March 1, 2025, Capital One Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders will lose direct access to Plaza Premium lounges. Here’s what this change means and how it may impact your travels.

Lauren Wynn

World of Hyatt Category Changes for 2025: What To Book Before Award Prices Change on March 25

February 25, 2025 9

Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and annual award category changes from World of Hyatt. Devaluations and changes are an unfortunate reality in award travel, and this year's iteration of award chart updates are coming to Hyatt hotels on March 25, 2025 at 8 a.m. Central Time.

JT Genter & Ryan Smith

Miles & More Devaluation: Dynamic Pricing and Partner Award Chart Changes Coming in June 2025

February 25, 2025 0

Miles & More just announced "exciting changes" this morning -- which will likely decrease the value of Miles & More miles. As of June 3, 2025, the Miles & More program will adopt dynamic award pricing for awards on Lufthansa Group airlines, adjust its award chart for partner flights, and eliminate its Mileage Bargains program. Here's what to know about these Miles & More program changes.

JT Genter

How to Use Marriott Multiply Points Feature to Buy Points for as Low as 0.94¢ Per Point

February 24, 2025 1

Travelers have a neat way to earn a boatload of Marriott Bonvoy points, and it involves multiplying the ones you've recently earned by up to 4X. Multiplying your Marriott points is an interesting proposition, but is it worth your time and money? Let's take a look.

Tyler Glatt

Capital One Lifestyle Collection: Score Bonus Miles and Hotel Perks Without Elite Status

February 22, 2025 1

Capital One's Lifestyle Hotel Collection allows cardholders to gain elite status-like benefits with their bookings, such as early check-in, room upgrades, and an experience credit with every stay. Here's what you need to know about this program and what it offers to Capital One cardholders.

Carissa Rawson & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

British Airways Add Segment-Based Status Earnings, Temporary Bonus Tier Point Offer

February 21, 2025 0

British Airways announced two major tweaks to how tier points are earned when the airline switches to a revenue-based loyalty program on April 1, 2025. Here's how travelers will be able to earn British Airways elite status through segments and how to register for a temporary bonus Tier Point promotion.

Sam Helmy

United Premier Luggage Tags Are Back for 2025 — Here’s How to Claim Yours

February 20, 2025 4

United Luggage tags are one of those unique benefits for Premier elite status members. The opportunity to claim them has rolled around again for anyone who achieved Premier elite status for 2025. Unlike in previous years, tags aren't set out automatically. Furthermore, there are some limitations members need to know. Here are the details.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Singapore KrisFlyer Announces Garuda Indonesia as Earning and Redemption Partner

February 19, 2025 0

Singapore Airlines announced a new partnership with Garuda Indonesia, allowing you to earn and redeem Singapore miles for flights on select routes with Garuda Indonesia. Here's what to know about this limited partnership

Sam Helmy

Trailborn Joins the Marriott Bonvoy Program: What Travelers Need to Know About This Outdoorsy Brand

February 18, 2025 0

In December, Marriott announced a long-term agreement with outdoor-focused hotel brand Trailborn. Since then, Marriott has moved quickly to integrate the boutique hotel brand into its systems. As of today, Marriott Bonvoy members can now earn Bonvoy points on Trailborn stays and enjoy some elite perks. Here's what to know about this new addition to the Marriott Bonvoy program.

JT Genter

Capital One Re-Adds JetBlue As a Transfer Partner — But the Transfer Rate Disappoints

February 18, 2025 0

Capital One and JetBlue have had a long and complicated relationship. The card issuer and airline have had an on-again-off-again relationship for years. And as of today, they're getting back together: Capital One just (re)launched JetBlue as its 18th transfer partner. However, this new addition has a major drawback: the transfer ratio.

JT Genter

El Al Adds Online Bookings for Virgin Atlantic Awards, Launches Dynamic Award Pricing

February 17, 2025 1

Early this morning, El Al added the ability to book Virgin Atlantic awards through its website. That's a welcome addition for a partnership that previously required calling El Al to book. However, with this new addition, we are seeing dynamic award pricing for Virgin Atlantic awards -- instead of the published award chart rates. Here's the full breakdown of the El Al - Virgin Atlantic partnership.

JT Genter

Alaska Airlines Now Allows Mixed Partner Award Bookings — But With a Catch

February 17, 2025 2

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles can take you pretty far — and for pretty good value, too. But something you couldn't do with Alaska miles has been to use them to book a single award on multiple airlines. Until now. You can now book one Mileage Plan award ticket and fly two partner airlines, but with a few limitations. Here are the details.

Tyler Glatt

JetBlue Now Selling Basic Economy Award Tickets — Here's What It Means for Award Travelers

February 16, 2025 0

JetBlue becomes the second U.S. airline after Delta to sell a basic economy award ticket to its members. So far, this has meant even cheaper JetBlue TrueBlue award pricing, but we're concerned what it might mean for the future.

Mark Jackson

Earn 20X Avios on Hotels & 15X on Car Rentals with British Airways – Book by Feb. 24

February 14, 2025 0

British Airways Club has launched a double promotion, giving you 20X on Avios on hotel stays and 15X Avios on car rentals. The promotion is valid for bookings made through February 24, 2025. Here's everything you need to know in order to take advantage of these promotions.

Sam Helmy

Iberia Plus Overhaul: New Revenue-Based Elite Status & Tier Changes Coming in April 2025

February 13, 2025 0

Iberia Plus has announced a slew of changes to its program that will take effect on April 1, 2025. The changes are wide-ranging and include a name change, new status levels, and status qualification, which will now be revenue-based.

Sam Helmy

Marriott Business Access Program: Overview, Eligibility, and the Perks You Get

February 10, 2025 0

The Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy program is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses and provides many features and benefits, including an expanded and improved booking experience. Here's everything you need to know about this program.

Sam Helmy & Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Bilt Teases Credit Card Revamp: Earn Points on Mortgages, New Annual Fee Cards & More

February 7, 2025 3

Bilt Rewards just sent out a survey to its membership to see what their thoughts were on potential card changes, including two new tiers of credit cards. As Bilt continues to grow and evolve its offering, let's see what changes might be in store for the loyalty brand.

Mark Jackson

ITA Airways Is Leaving SkyTeam for Star Alliance. Here’s the Timeline of When This Will Happen

February 7, 2025 0

Airline partnerships can be a messy business, and ITA Airways is already switching alliances after becoming an airline in 2020. Read on for all the news we know about the pending move to Star Alliance, as well as what this means for travelers on ITA Airways and minority owner Lufthansa Group's airlines.

Mark Jackson

How to Access Lufthansa Lounges With Priority Pass: Locations, Hours, and Restrictions

February 5, 2025 45

The number of Priority Pass lounges in the United States seems ever-growing. Currently, Priority Pass members have access to over 120 lounges across 45 airports, including three Lufthansa lounges. Here are the Lufthansa lounge locations available to Priority Pass members along with hours and restrictions.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

FoundersCard Drops Caesars Diamond, Adds Wynn Platinum — Here's Why It's a Downgrade for Vegas Travelers

February 5, 2025 7

FoundersCard no longer offers Caesars Diamond status, which spells the end of a perk that allowed for heavily discounted Las Vegas stays. Instead, members now get Wynn Platinum status — but with key restrictions, like resort fees and stay requirements. Here’s what’s changing and what you need to know about maximizing the new benefits.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Southwest Car Rental Promotions: Up to 35% Off and 2,400 Bonus Points

February 4, 2025 0

Car rentals are yet another way for Southwest Rapid Rewards members to earn extra points. Southwest partners with several car rental companies and has different promotions with a couple of them. Through January 2026, Rapid Rewards members can save up to 35% and earn up to 2,400 points on rentals. Here are the details of these promotions.

Skye Class

Chase Extends DoorDash Benefits: Free DashPash & Monthly Credits — Here’s the Breakdown by Card

February 4, 2025 31

Several Chase credit cards offer DoorDash benefits, such as a complimentary DashPass membership all the way through 2027 — or monthly or quarterly credits on restaurant or non-restaurant orders. Here's an overview of the DoorDash benefits you'll find on each eligible Chase card.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

JetBlue Adds Redemptions on TAP Air Portugal: Redeem TrueBlue Points for Flights to Europe and Beyond

January 31, 2025 0

JetBlue just added a new redemption partner: TAP Air Portugal. We've uncovered new options for flyers to travel from the U.S. to Europe using their TrueBlue points, with some business class awards costing just 59k points. But there are even more route options that could be enticing for the world explorers out there. Here are the details we know so far.

Mark Jackson

Citi Flex Pay Partners with Apple Pay: How to Spread Payments Over 3 Months with No Interest

January 30, 2025 0

Apple Pay and Citi Flex Pay are partnering to allow shoppers to spread out their spending without interest. With this partnership, shoppers can spend $75 or more and spread the cost over three months without credit card interest or fees while earning Citi ThankYou points. Here's what you need to know.

Skye Class

Get up to 25% off Awards, Waived Change Fees With an Avianca LifeMiles+ Subscription

January 28, 2025 1

Avianca LifeMiles+ is a subscription program offering monthly bonus miles and perks for a fixed fee. But is it worth signing up? Here’s everything you need to know before deciding if LifeMiles+ is the right fit for you.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

8 Tips for Saving Money While Traveling Internationally

January 26, 2025 6

Traveling abroad is exciting, but exchange rates and foreign transaction fees can quickly drain your wallet without you even realizing it. And who wants that? Here are eight helpful tips for keeping more of your hard-earned money in your pocket while traveling overseas.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Here's How to Earn Delta SkyMiles for Every Dollar Spent on Airbnb Stays

January 25, 2025 13

If you frequently stay at Airbnb locations and fly with Delta, you’ll be happy to know these two brands have a longstanding partnership that lets you earn Delta SkyMiles on your Airbnb bookings. Here's how it works.

Scott Sikes

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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