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Double Dip: Bilt Now Lets You Earn Rewards on Rent With Any Major Credit Card — But Should You?

May 23, 2025 0

Bilt Rewards offers transaction fee–free rent payments that earn valuable Bilt Points when you use the Bilt credit card. Now, it’s possible to earn Bilt Points with any credit card — on top of your card’s regular rewards — as long as you’re comfortable paying a 3% processing fee. But should you pay rent with a different credit card?

Mark Jackson

Hyatt Guest of Honor Awards: How To Earn and Easily Redeem This Valuable Perk

April 18, 2025 4

One of the major benefits of Hyatt Globalist elite status is the Guest of Honor benefit. On these bookings, Hyatt Globalists can book stays for other members, granting them all of the perks of Hyatt's top-tier elite status. These awards are single-use and you can earn them through Milestone Rewards — including prior to reaching Globalist status. Here's how to earn and use the benefit.

JT Genter & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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

June 11, 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

July 19, 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

June 1, 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.

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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

Get Nights in the Nordics for as Little as 80 Euros With the Strawberry Hotels Summer Pass

April 8, 2025 0

Looking for an affordable hotel stay in the Nordic countries? Strawberry Hotels has a promotion offering nights for as low as €80 (~$88) via its Summer Pass program. Travelers can use their nights between June 19 and August 25, 2025. Here's how you can purchase your nights.

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

January 1, 2026 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

July 1, 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

June 1, 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

National Emerald Club Promotion: Earn a Free Day With Every Two Rentals Through June 22

March 30, 2025 0

National Car Rental has relaunched its One Two Free promotion for Emerald Club members. Once again, members can earn a free rental day after every two qualifying rentals. Even better, longer rentals count as multiple rentals — so it’s possible to earn multiple free days faster than you’d think. Here are the details.

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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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