You Can Use Hilton Points for Amazon Purchases. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t. by Sam Helmy December 20, 2024 59 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 0 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 0 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 1 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 0 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.
Southwest Details Changes Coming to A-List Status: How Assigned Seats Will Work by Tyler Glatt December 17, 2024 1 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 0 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 November 28, 2025 40 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 0 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 27 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?
Pool Your Points With the New Virgin Household Account by Sam Helmy December 14, 2024 0 Virgin Atlantic announced the launch of a new household account option that allows family members to pool all their points into one account to reach their travel reward goals quicker.
Southwest Airlines Is Selling A-List Elite Status — But Should You Buy It? by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter July 24, 2025 0 Southwest Airlines is offering Rapid Rewards members the chance to buy their way to the top! Until December 30, 2024, Southwest is allowing members to buy enough Tier Qualifying Points to earn A-List elite status. But, this elite status isn't cheap. So is it even worth it, especially with coming changes to Southwest's seating policies? Let's take a look.
From Nightly Upgrade Awards to Annual Choice Benefits: 6 Changes to Marriott Bonvoy Terms by JT Genter December 13, 2024 0 More than any other loyalty program we track, Marriott constantly changes its Bonvoy loyalty program terms and conditions. Some of these changes are minor tweaks. Other times, Marriott makes more substantial changes to its over 34,000-word terms and conditions. Today is one of those days. From changes to Nightly Upgrade Award upgrade windows to more time to select Annual Choice Benefits, here's what you need to know about these changes.
Hilton and Delta Partnership Offers Free Airline or Hotel Status Match for Targeted Elites by Skye Class January 1, 2025 1 Hilton partnered with Delta to offer Hilton Honors members complimentary Silver and Gold Medallion status for six months, with an option to extend through January 2026. Conversely, Delta is offering SkyMiles members complimentary six-month Hilton Honors Gold and Diamond status. Here's how to unlock your status.
Virgin Atlantic Blames Flying Club Members for the Removal of the Award Seat Guarantee by Sam Helmy December 13, 2024 2 Two years ago, Virgin Atlantic took the positive step of guaranteeing at least 12 award seats on every flight. But this guarantee is no more; Virgin is eliminating this feature of its program. Why? Because — and you will struggle not to laugh — loyal program members didn't like it and wanted more flexibility with awards instead!
New Benefit: $200 Annual Hilton Credit for Amex Business Platinum Card Members by Mark Jackson December 12, 2024 2 Amex just quietly added a valuable new benefit to the Amex Business Platinum card. Effective immediately, card members can enroll to get up to $200 in annual Hilton credits, delivered as up to $50 per quarter. Here's how to enroll in this new benefit and important terms and conditions.
American Airlines Adds Million Miler Tiers, Extends Systemwide Upgrade Validity in 2025 AAdvantage Program Update by JT Genter December 12, 2024 1 For the 2025 program year, American Airlines is tweaking its Loyalty Point Rewards program, adding new tiers to Million Miler status, extending the validity of systemwide upgrades, and continuing to add options to redeem AAdvantage miles for everyday purchases. Here's what you need to know about these changes.
Enjoy Perks and Savings at Amex Venue Collection Stadiums and Arenas With Your Amex Card by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash December 11, 2024 0 At select venues throughout the United States and worldwide, you can enjoy unique benefits — all because of your American Express credit card. These perks include savings on concessions, special ticket access, and dedicated entrances and fast lanes just for you. Here's what you need to know about the Amex Venue Collection.
New Alaska Airlines Premium Card Arriving August 2025. Here’s What We Know. by Tyler Glatt August 21, 2025 3 Sometime in August 2025, the Alaska Airlines credit card portfolio will grow from two cards to three with the addition of a premium product. Here's what we know about the new Mileage Plan credit card.
Points of Interest: Emirates Slashes Mileage Earnings, IHG Doubles Point Earnings, Marriott Inks New Partnership, And More by Tyler Glatt and JT Genter December 8, 2024 0 Airlines and hotels routinely make minor changes to their loyalty programs. Many of these modifications fly under the radar, as they're rarely shared with public and aren't objectively flashy. In our second installment of "Points of Interest," we'll introduce you to several changes that have occurred in the loyalty landscape within the past couple of months, including changes to Accor, Choice, Emirates, IHG, Marriott, and Wyndham.
Earn Up to 25X Rapid Rewards Points by Donating To Select Charities Through December 31 by Skye Class January 1, 2025 0 Want to earn some extra Southwest points while helping make a difference? Through the end of the year, Southwest Rapid Rewards members can earn up to 25X points on donations of $25 or more to eligible charities. Here's a look at the two promotions on offer and how to score bonus points.
Earn 5X United MileagePlus Miles on Your First Turo Car Rental by Skye Class December 7, 2024 0 United is the newest airline to partner with Turo, offering MileagePlus members miles on Turo car rentals. You can earn 5X miles on your first trip to celebrate the partnership. Here are the details of the Turo-United partnership and how to claim your miles.
Transfer Amex Membership Rewards Points to JetBlue With a 25% Bonus by Tyler Glatt January 1, 2025 0 It's not very often we see an American Express Membership Rewards transfer bonus to JetBlue TrueBlue, so this is a momentous occasion. Here's what you need to know about this 25% transfer bonus from Amex to JetBlue and whether it's worth taking advantage of before it flies away on December 31, 2024.
Got Hyatt Suite Upgrade or Club Access Awards? Here’s How to Apply Them Online. by Tyler Glatt December 5, 2024 0 World of Hyatt just made a few enhancements to its booking flow. Starting today, you no longer have to pick up the phone and ring the Hyatt contact center to apply Suite Upgrade Awards and Club Access Awards. Here's what's new with Suite Upgrade and Club Access Awards.
Still Available: Get 10,000 Bonus Delta SkyMiles for Switching to T-Mobile by Skye Class and JT Genter December 6, 2024 0 If you're not already a T-Mobile user, Delta is offering a compelling reason to give T-Mobile a closer look. SkyMiles members can currently earn 10,000 bonus Delta SkyMiles when they switch their current provider to T-Mobile. Interestingly, this switch will get you Wi-Fi benefits on four major airline carriers, including Delta. Here are the details.
Coming in 2025: Earn Valuable Bilt Rewards Points on Monthly Mortgage Payments by Lauren Wynn December 5, 2024 0 Have you heard of Bilt Rewards? If not, this year might be the perfect time to get it on your radar. The innovative loyalty program has just announced that soon you’ll be able to earn points on monthly mortgage payments. Here's what to know.
Marriott Cruise Sweepstakes: Win a Norwegian Cruise for Two and 100K Points, or 50K Points by Skye Class January 1, 2025 3 Interested in winning a Norwegian cruise for two people and 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points? Marriott is holding its annual sweepstakes with a big grand prize. Two additional first-prize winners will get 50,000 bonus points but no cruise. You'll need to submit your entry by December 31, 2024, to be eligible for these prizes — here's how.
Frontier Airlines To Introduce First Class Seats, Unlimited Companion Travel, and More by Tyler Glatt May 3, 2025 0 Frontier Airlines will look a lot different next year. Sweeping changes announced today indicate the low-cost carrier plans to look and feel more like a full-service airline. New first-class seats, elite benefits, and mileage redemption options will debut in 2025. Here are the details.
Purchase a Home Through eXp Realty, Earn Bilt Rewards Points by Sam Helmy December 3, 2024 4 Bilt and eXp Realty announced in a press release that you can now earn Bilt Rewards Points when you purchase a home. This is big news, because it means an avenue to earn a lot of valuable rewards on one of the most significant purchases one can make.
How To Earn Up to 10,000 Bonus Points Through the ITA Volare Refer-A-Friend Program by Skye Class November 28, 2024 0 Through December 20, 2024, you can earn up to 10,000 bonus points with ITA Airways' refer-a-friend program. Invite friends to join the Volare program, and both you and your friends earn 2,000 points each when they sign up with a referral code and complete a flight. Here's how to take advantage of this promotion and earn bonus points.
