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What You Need to Know About Blue Diamond: MSC Cruises' New Top-Tier Elite Status Level

November 22, 2024 2

The MSC Cruises Voyagers Program announced the addition of a new top-tier level to its loyalty program. The new top-tier status is Blue Diamond, supplanting Diamond level. Here's what MSC loyalists need to know about this new elite tier.

Sam Helmy

Star Alliance Opens New Branded Lounge in Guangzhou, China

November 21, 2024 0

Star Alliance announced opening of its first branded lounge in Asia -- and it's not where most travelers might expect! The new Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport lounge is open to premium cabin travelers and Star Alliance Gold members. Here's a look inside.

Sam Helmy

Citi Adds a Two-Year Extended Warranty Benefit to Two No-Annual-Fee Cards

November 20, 2024 1

Citi recently emailed select cardholders to announce the addition of a new extended warranty benefit to two cards. This benefit is a pleasant surprise if you use such a card to make purchases that could use up to two years of extra coverage for large purchases. Here are the details of all Citi cards we now know have an extended warranty benefit.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Major Changes to Wyndham-Caesars Partnership: Credit Card Status Match and Transfer Limits Cut

November 20, 2024 2

Wyndham announced that status obtained through credit cards can no longer be matched to Caesars Rewards. And the yearly points transfer limit is being halved. Here's what to know about this lousy news.

Sam Helmy

Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy — What This Means for Free Spirit Members

February 22, 2025 0

Spirit Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday, November 18, 2024. It creates uncertainty for the long-term success and viability of the budget airline, but does it have any short-term ramifications for Free Spirit members and travelers as a whole? Let's take a look.

Andrew George Bradshaw

Earn 10K Marriott Points on All-Inclusive Stays in the Caribbean and Latin America

April 28, 2025 0

If you need an incentive to plan an all-inclusive vacation in the Caribbean and Latin America, here you go. Marriott is offering 10K bonus points on 4+ night stays in early 2025 at 29 all-inclusive properties if you book with a special promo code. Here are the details.

Skye Class & Tyler Glatt

Earn Up to 20K Bonus Ultimate Rewards Points With These Chase Travel Offers

November 27, 2025 4

Two targeted Chase Travel℠ offers are in circulation, allowing cardholders to earn up to 20,000 bonus Ultimate Rewards points after booking and competing eligible travel. Here's a breakdown of both offers — and how to activate one of these promotions.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Alaska Airlines Imposes 72-Hour Rule on Partner Awards — But There's Good News

November 13, 2024 1

Alaska Airlines partners with numerous airlines, many of which you can book with Mileage Plan miles. Except for one of those carriers (American Airlines), Alaska Airlines has implemented a new restriction on how close-in you can book award tickets. However, we're here with good news.

Tyler Glatt

Now Permanent: Apply American Airlines Systemwide Upgrades Online — No Calls Needed

November 12, 2024 0

There are few things you can't do online in the world of award travel. For the longest time, applying American Airlines Systemwide Upgrades to flights you've booked has been one of those things. But we're happy to report that the online application of SWUs has gone digital — for good.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

New Airline Refund Rules for Flight, Baggage Delays Now In Effect. Here’s How They Work.

November 12, 2024 0

Until now, U.S. travelers have not had proper airline protections for canceled and significantly changed flights, delayed baggage, and other factors. But now, the U.S. Department of Transport has implemented several new rules for airlines to provide refunds when required. Here's a summary of these rules.

Skye Class

Earn Up to 2,250 United MileagePlus Miles per Avis or Budget Car Rental

February 4, 2025 2

Looking for new ways to earn extra MileagePlus miles? A current United promotion offers MileagePlus members up to 2,250 United miles with Avis and Budget car rentals through February 3, 2025. Here are the details.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Book Soon: Thai Airways Releases One Million Award Seats for Travel in 2025

November 7, 2024 1

Thai Airways just released its next batch of award seats. Royal Orchid Plus members now have one million award seats for 2025 available to book by November 21, 2024. Here are the details of these award seats, how U.S. travelers can build up their Royal Orchid Plus miles balance, and how to book these awards.

Skye Class

Enter to Win a Share of a Million Accor Points With a 2+ Night Stay in Europe or Africa

November 6, 2024 0

Looking to join the Millionaire Club? An Accor competition offers one million points to ALL members who enter by completing a qualifying stay by December 15, 2024. Here are the details of this unique promotion and how to enter.

Skye Class

Stack LifeMiles Promotions to Save on Awards (Biz Class to Europe for 18k Points + $365)

November 5, 2024 45

LifeMiles is hosting two incredibly lucrative promotions at the same time. First, you can convert Amex Membership Rewards points to LifeMiles and receive a 15% bonus. Second, you can receive another 125% bonus when transferring LifeMiles to another account. Stack these promotions to book business class awards to Europe by starting with just 18k Amex points.

Patrick Stouffer & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Paid November Rent with Your Atmos Ascent Visa Card? Check for Surprise Convenience Fees

November 5, 2024 4

If you paid November's rent with your Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® card via Bilt Rewards, double-check to ensure your account was charged correctly. Here's what to do if you spot an unexpected convenience fee.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Transfer LifeMiles With up to a 125% Bonus (Effectively Buy Miles for 1.2¢ Each)

November 4, 2024 65

Avianca LifeMiles is offering members a 125% bonus when transferring miles from one account to another. This gives members in "two-player mode" the opportunity to effectively mint miles at 1.2¢ per mile, or combine miles between accounts at a cheap cost. Here's how it works.

Andrew George Bradshaw & JT Genter

Singapore Airlines Unveils A350 Retrofit Plans, Including New First- and Business-Class Seats

November 4, 2024 0

Early this morning U.S. time, Singapore Airlines announced an exciting retrofit to its Airbus A350 fleet, which includes the aircraft it flies on the world's longest flight. Here's what we know so far about this retrofit and when you can expect to fly Singapore Airlines' new business and first-class seats.

JT Genter

Get a 15% Bonus on Amex Point Transfers to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles

April 10, 2025 19

American Express announced a promotion giving you up to a 15% bonus when you transfer your points to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles. The promotion is valid for Membership Rewards point transfer through November 30, 2024. Here's what you need to know about this Amex to Cathay Pacific transfer bonus.

Tyler Glatt & Sam Helmy

Virgin Atlantic Adopts Dynamic Award Pricing — Fly Upper Class to London From 29K Points!

October 31, 2024 0

Virgin Atlantic officially switched to dynamic pricing for its awards. It seems Virgin is being generous, and there are some excellent deals to be had. However, there have also been some eye-watering increases. Here's an overview of the pricing we're now seeing.

Sam Helmy

American Airlines Officially Launches Dynamic Award Pricing on Fiji Airways

October 30, 2024 1

In early September 2024, AwardWallet caught that American Airlines was pricing Fiji Airways awards dynamically. At the time, American Airlines representatives told us that the airline was "testing award availability" and award prices shortly returned to normal. But now American Airlines has officially launched its dynamic award pricing on Fiji Airways. Here's what you need to know about these developments.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

You Can Now Earn and Redeem Marriott Points on Sonder Apartment and Hotel Stays

October 30, 2024 0

Sonder and Marriott recently inked a long-term licensing agreement. And this agreement just grew to allow travelers to earn Marriott Bonvoy points, elite night credits, and more on Sonder stays. Plus, you can redeem Bonvoy points for Sonder stays, with a big catch. Here are all the details of this partnership.

Tyler Glatt

United MileagePlus 2025 Changes: Higher Elite Status Requirements and New PlusPoints Perks

October 29, 2024 0

Fall is upon us, the leaves are changing, and United is making MileagePlus program updates for 2025. There's a lot to unpack, so buckle up. Here's a recap of what's changing with the United MileagePlus program next year.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn 2,000 Bonus AAdvantage Miles on Marriott Stays in Mexico

October 28, 2024 0

American Airlines and Marriott have partnered to offer a new promotion offering bonus AAdvantage miles on upcoming Marriott stays. Now through December 15, 2024, you can earn up to 2,000 bonus AAdvantage miles on eligible Marriott stays in Mexico. Here's how.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Aegean Airlines Miles + Bonus Award Sale: Save 30% on All Routes

November 15, 2024 1

Aegean launched a promotion offering a 30% discount on awards bookings. The offer is valid for bookings made by November 14, 2024, and applies to all flights on Aegean and Olympic. Here's how to take advantage of this award sale.

Tyler Glatt & Sam Helmy

New Restrictions on Chase's Trip Cancellation Reimbursement Policy Explained

October 28, 2024 9

Chase updated its trip cancellation benefit on select cards and introduced new terms for coverage and how reimbursements work. Read on to learn what changed and how this updated benefit might impact you.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Exclusive: DOT Reviewing Alaska's Negative Loyalty Program Changes for 2025

October 26, 2024 3

The Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines merger is unprecedented, made possible by a U.S. Department of Transportation agreement intended to protect the traveling public's best interests. But in the wake of an announcement detailing negative changes, this raises a question: how are such changes even allowed?

Tyler Glatt & JT Genter

Join Choice Privileges Eat & Earn, Score 500 Bonus Points

December 27, 2025 0

If you haven't joined Choice Privilege's Eat & Earn dining program, it's a good time to do so. Like other hotel dining programs, new members can get a bonus after joining and dining out. Right now, Choice is offering new members 500 bonus points after completing a few easy tasks.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Alaska Airlines Revamps MVP Gold 100K Elite Choice Benefits for 2025 (New Choices, Deadlines)

October 23, 2024 3

If you're loyal to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan program and have earned your way to MVP Gold 100K, it's nearly time to choose your Choice Benefit. Alaska Airlines recently announced revised Choice Benefit options, but these aren't available quite yet. So, what are your choices and the deadline for choosing? Here's what you need to know.

Sam Helmy & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Capital One Drops ”SavorOne” Branding

October 23, 2024 0

Capital One just dropped the "SavorOne" branding on two credit cards, renaming them as "Savor." Here's a simplified breakdown of the musical chairs game going on at Capital One, and a look at what this means for current and future cardholders.

Tyler Glatt

Oman Air Awards Now Bookable Online Through Qantas Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Rates.

October 22, 2024 0

You can now redeem Qantas Frequent Flyer points for Oman Air award flights. What do these flights cost when booked through Qantas? And where can Oman Air take you? Here's what you need to know.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

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