Bonus Points

United Cutting Excursionist Perk, Revamping Upgrades in MileagePlus Shake-Up

United Airlines is cutting several MileagePlus perks this summer and fall — including the Excursionist Perk, instant upgrades on full-fare tickets, and the award upgrade chart. If you're a frequent flyer or savvy award traveler, these changes could impact your strategy. Here's a full breakdown of what’s going away, when each change takes effect, and what you can still do to lock in value before the deadlines.

Marriott Moments: F1 Movie Tickets One Point Drop, Plus FIFA World Cup Tickets and More for Auction

Marriott Moments are a great way to score one-in-a-lifetime experiences for as little as a single Marriott Bonvoy point. Starting May 27, fifteen Bonvoy members can get tickets for the F1 Movie premiere in NYC for 1 point. Several more F1 Movie experiences are available to bid on, starting at 2,500 points. Furthermore, Visa cardholders can bid for FIFA World Cup experiences.

How to Use Choice Points for Luxury Stays at Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Thanks to a partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Choice Privileges members can book hundreds of luxury properties around the world using points. But the booking process isn’t as straightforward as it is for standard Choice hotels. Here’s how to find eligible Preferred properties, what they cost in points, and how to book them — plus how to boost your Choice points balance to take advantage of these excellent redemptions.