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Frontier Airlines Introduces Elite Upgrades: Here’s How They Work and How to Request One

January 16, 2025

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Frontier Airlines has historically been a low-cost carrier competiting on price alone to stay in business. Now, the airline has unveiled new upgrade rules for its premium seating products, including a first class to debut in 2025. We have all the details on how elite upgrades work on Frontier.

Goodbye 50k Business Class Awards to Europe: Flying Blue Raises Minimum Award Rates by Up to 25%

by Tyler Glatt

January 14, 2025

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Every so often, you'll log into a frequent flyer program to book an award and find higher rates than you did yesterday -- despite no notice from the program. The example du jour is Air France/KLM Flying Blue. Based on what we're seeing now, the cheapest awards between the U.S. and Europe now require as much as 25% more miles. Here's what we know so far.

Earn Up to 5X ThankYou® Points in the Citi Travel Portal With These No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards

by Skye Class

January 13, 2025

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Want to earn more Citi ThankYou® Points on travel? Booking hotels, rental cars, and attractions through the Citi Travel portal could be your best bet. This post covers which cards qualify for enhanced earning rates via cititravel.com.

U.S. Bank to Cap Rewards on the Altitude® Go Visa Signature® Card, Implement New Point Expiry Policy

by Mark Jackson

January 11, 2025

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The U.S. Bank Altitude® Go Visa Signature® Card has been a favorite for earning 4X rewards on dining, but starting April 14, 2025, this benefit will be capped. Here’s a look at this update and the new points expiration policy that could impact how you use and manage your rewards.

Delta Drops Lyft and Partners with Uber: Here’s What You Need to Know

by Skye Class

April 23, 2025

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Delta is changing its rideshare partner. After an eight-year partnership with Lyft, Delta is switching to Uber, which will allow members to earn SkyMiles on select Uber rides. This partnership will go into effect soon, and the Delta and Lyft partnership will end on April 7, 2025. Here are the details.

The Venetian and Palazzo Join World of Hyatt: Earn and Redeem Points on Stays

by Skye Class

January 10, 2025

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In December 2024, Hyatt announced a long-term licensing agreement with The Venetian and The Palazzo. The transition from IHG to Hyatt is now complete. As of January 9, 2025, World of Hyatt members can earn and use points on stays at The Venetian. Here are the details.

Book Today: Flights to Munich for 25K United MileagePlus Miles

by Tyler Glatt

January 9, 2025

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Each day this week, United Airlines will announce a different European destination with special award pricing bookable for one day only. You'll pay a modest 50,000 MileagePlus miles plus applicable taxes and fees for these round-trip flights. Here's all you need to know about this United award sale.

Marriott Elite Status Made Easy: Earn up to a 40 Elite Night Credits Boost With Credit Cards

by Miguel Rueda and Tyler Glatt

January 7, 2025

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One of the more valuable benefits of carrying a Marriott co-branded credit card is that it comes with Elite Night Credits that can boost you to that next status tier faster. Even better, the right credit card pairing can award up to 40 Elite Night Credits! Here's all you need to know about earning Elite Night Credits from Marriott cards.

Hilton Hikes Award Rates at Several Midscale and Luxury Properties — Here’s What We Know

by Sam Helmy

January 6, 2025

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Hilton Honors has increased award pricing at a wide range of its mid-tier and luxury properties over the last couple of weeks. Seemingly, Hilton is quietly implementing peak award pricing, even for standard-level awards. Here's what we know so far about the changes.

Free Food Delivery at Choice Hotels: How to Get Grubhub+ Perks

by Skye Class

October 11, 2025

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Guests staying at participating Choice hotels in the U.S. can enjoy a convenient perk during their stay: Free delivery through Grubhub. Here’s how you can take advantage of this benefit on your next Choice stay.

Amex UK Drops Singapore KrisFlyer – Here Are the Remaining Transfer Partners

by Tyler Glatt

January 9, 2025

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Without notice, American Express U.K. (not U.S.) removed Singapore KrisFlyer as a transfer partner today. Here’s what Amex UK members need to know, plus a look at the remaining transfer partners.

IHG Tightens Lounge Membership Rules: Goodbye to the 24-Month Loophole

by Sam Helmy

January 3, 2025

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IHG quietly closed a loophole that let IHG One Rewards members earn a lounge membership for up to 24 months by timing when they earned and selected a milestone reward. Here's what you need to know about this change and how it will affect your Milestone Rewards selections in 2025.

Unlock Best Western Elite Status Through the End of 2026 — Without Staying a Single Night

by Sam Helmy

January 3, 2025

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Best Western just extended its long-running no-catch status match is back. You can status match to Best Western from many other hotel programs and keep your new status through December 31, 2026 -- with no stay requirements! Here's how to request this free status match.

Fast-Track to Alaska MVP Gold 75K Elite Status in 2025: Special Offer for Corporate Travelers

by Skye Class

January 2, 2025

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Alaska Airlines offers Elite status challenges for targeted Mileage Plan members each year. Through 2025, select employees can earn up to MVP Gold 75K status days after completing just 10 round trips. Dozens of companies are eligible, so check your email to see if you have one of the offers. Here are the details.

Earn Double Points at IHG Hotels & Resorts, Bonus Points for Downloading the IHG App

by Skye Class and Scott Sikes

July 1, 2025

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Are you in the mood for some bonus IHG One Rewards points? IHG is offering two promotions: the first awards unlimited double points on stays between January 1 and March 31, 2025, and the second offers 500 points just for downloading the IHG app. Here's how to register.

British Airways Will Rebrand ‘Executive Club’ and Introduce Revenue-Based Tier Point Earning

by Tyler Glatt

December 30, 2024

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On April 1, 2025, British Airways Executive Club will roll out a wide range of program changes that'll see the full-scale adoption of revenue-based earning, an overhaul of its elite status qualification requirements, a name change, and more. Here are the details.

IHG Will Sell You Elite-Qualifying Points to Earn Diamond Status in 2025 — But Should You Buy?

by Skye Class

January 1, 2025

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At the end of December each year, IHG sends targeted offers to members to purchase Elite status for the following year. That offer is back again; targeted members can buy up to Diamond Elite through the end of 2025. But this offer is not necessarily as good as it looks. Here's why.

Save Up to 25% on Eligible Hertz Rentals With These Two Promotions

by Skye Class

December 24, 2024

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Are you planning a road trip or need a car rental over the New Year? Hertz is running two promotions that can help you save up to 25% on the base rate of your next rental. Here are the promo codes you need to book with.

Got the Platinum Card®? Here’s How to Claim Free Pawp Telehealth Support for Your Pet

by Skye Class

December 21, 2024

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A unique benefit has appeared for those with American Express Platinum Card® who have pets. Through the enrollment-required monthly Walmart+ statement credit benefit, Card Members can enroll in Pawp telehealth support, providing 24/7 guidance on how to care for their pets. Here are the details.

You Can Use Hilton Points for Amazon Purchases. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.

by Sam Helmy

December 20, 2024

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If you didn't know, you can use your Hilton Honors points to shop at Amazon.com. Here's everything you need to know about paying for your Amazon purchases with Hilton points and why you should avoid these redemptions.

Falling Short of JetBlue Elite Status? Contribute to SAF and Purchase Tiles for $100 Each

by Tyler Glatt

January 1, 2025

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The end of JetBlue's elite status qualification year is quickly approaching. And if you're a few tiles short of securing TrueBlue elite status for 2025, you're in luck. The New York-based carrier is creatively selling tiles for $100 each if you contribute to its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) goals.

W Las Vegas Opens at Mandalay Bay — But Should You Redeem Marriott Points for Award Nights?

by Sam Helmy

December 19, 2024

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The W Las Vegas at the MGM Mandalay Bay Complex is now open. Marriott Bonvoy members can now earn and redeem points for stays at this iconic Las Vegas property. But should you redeem your Marriott points here? Let's take a look at the numbers.

You Can Now Use AAdvantage® Miles to Book Hawaiian Airlines Flights From the U.S. To Hawaii

by Tyler Glatt

December 19, 2024

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You can now use American Airlines AAdvantage® miles to book flights to Hawaii on Hawaiian Airlines! This update means you can now book flights across Hawaiian’s entire network. Here’s what you need to know about this new option — and whether booking Hawaiian flights through AAdvantage is worth it.

Fly Between Honolulu and Tokyo for as Few as 17,500 Amex Points Round-Trip Through This ANA Award Sale

by Tyler Glatt

December 23, 2024

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ANA is out with a new award sale, which makes some of the cheapest round-trip awards to Japan even cheaper. For a limited time, you can book trips between Tokyo and Honolulu and pay 50% fewer Mileage Club miles. Here are the details on ANA's brand-new award sale.

Fly Alaska, Ski Free: How to Get Free Ski Perks at 10 Resorts This Season

by Sam Helmy

December 17, 2024

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Alaska Airlines' popular "Fly Alaska, Ski Free" promotion is back for yet another winter season. This year, the promotion features ten resorts and is called the Alaska Alpine Getaways! Here's an overview of the participating resorts and what perks your boarding pass entitles you to.

Southwest Details Changes Coming to A-List Status: How Assigned Seats Will Work

by Tyler Glatt

December 17, 2024

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Stop us if you've heard something similar already this year, but Southwest is planning on making significant changes to its operational model. From assigned seating to premium seating, a not-so-entirely-brand-new international partner airline, and more, there's a lot to unpack. Here's a full rundown, including new details shared this week.

Sandals and Beaches Resorts Promotion: Save Up to 65%, Earn 35k Choice Points & Gold Status

by Skye Class

January 9, 2025

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A unique opportunity is available for Choice Privilege members looking for a resort in the Caribbean. Sandals and Beaches Resorts are offering up to 65% off, 35,000 bonus points, and Gold Elite status with 3+ night stays through January 8, 2027. The catch is that you have to book by January 8, 2025. Here are the details.

Link Your Marriott and Uber Accounts to Earn Easy Points on Uber Rides and Uber Eats Orders

by Scott Sikes and Tyler Glatt

October 3, 2025

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Marriott and Uber’s partnership offers Marriott Bonvoy members points on U.S.-based Uber rides and Uber Eats orders, plus a new perk: Uber One subscribers now get Marriott Silver Elite status. Here's how this partnership works.

Preferred Hotels Boosts Award Availability: Book Luxury Stays Worldwide With Citi Points

by Sam Helmy

December 15, 2024

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Preferred Hotels has released a huge amount of award space for its properties. In addition, it has resolved the availability issue with its I Prefer rewards program; you can now use your points for stays at a wide range of Preferred Hotels around the world! Here are the details.

You Can Redeem United Miles to Offset Your Credit Card’s Annual Fee. But Should You Do It?

by Ryan Smith

December 14, 2024

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We've seen several devaluations to the United Airlines MileagePlus program in recent years, so you may be excited to learn about a consistent way to get competitive value from your hard-earned rewards: Using miles to cover your credit card's annual fee. But is this something you should take advantage of?

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Category: News

Frontier Airlines Introduces Elite Upgrades: Here’s How They Work and How to Request One

Goodbye 50k Business Class Awards to Europe: Flying Blue Raises Minimum Award Rates by Up to 25%

Earn Up to 5X ThankYou® Points in the Citi Travel Portal With These No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards

U.S. Bank to Cap Rewards on the Altitude® Go Visa Signature® Card, Implement New Point Expiry Policy

Delta Drops Lyft and Partners with Uber: Here’s What You Need to Know

The Venetian and Palazzo Join World of Hyatt: Earn and Redeem Points on Stays

Book Today: Flights to Munich for 25K United MileagePlus Miles

Marriott Elite Status Made Easy: Earn up to a 40 Elite Night Credits Boost With Credit Cards

Hilton Hikes Award Rates at Several Midscale and Luxury Properties — Here’s What We Know

Free Food Delivery at Choice Hotels: How to Get Grubhub+ Perks

Amex UK Drops Singapore KrisFlyer – Here Are the Remaining Transfer Partners

IHG Tightens Lounge Membership Rules: Goodbye to the 24-Month Loophole

Unlock Best Western Elite Status Through the End of 2026 — Without Staying a Single Night

Fast-Track to Alaska MVP Gold 75K Elite Status in 2025: Special Offer for Corporate Travelers

Earn Double Points at IHG Hotels & Resorts, Bonus Points for Downloading the IHG App

British Airways Will Rebrand ‘Executive Club’ and Introduce Revenue-Based Tier Point Earning

IHG Will Sell You Elite-Qualifying Points to Earn Diamond Status in 2025 — But Should You Buy?

Save Up to 25% on Eligible Hertz Rentals With These Two Promotions

Got the Platinum Card®? Here’s How to Claim Free Pawp Telehealth Support for Your Pet

You Can Use Hilton Points for Amazon Purchases. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.

Falling Short of JetBlue Elite Status? Contribute to SAF and Purchase Tiles for $100 Each

W Las Vegas Opens at Mandalay Bay — But Should You Redeem Marriott Points for Award Nights?

You Can Now Use AAdvantage® Miles to Book Hawaiian Airlines Flights From the U.S. To Hawaii

Fly Between Honolulu and Tokyo for as Few as 17,500 Amex Points Round-Trip Through This ANA Award Sale

Fly Alaska, Ski Free: How to Get Free Ski Perks at 10 Resorts This Season

Southwest Details Changes Coming to A-List Status: How Assigned Seats Will Work

Sandals and Beaches Resorts Promotion: Save Up to 65%, Earn 35k Choice Points & Gold Status

Link Your Marriott and Uber Accounts to Earn Easy Points on Uber Rides and Uber Eats Orders

Preferred Hotels Boosts Award Availability: Book Luxury Stays Worldwide With Citi Points

You Can Redeem United Miles to Offset Your Credit Card’s Annual Fee. But Should You Do It?