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Save on Frontier Bag Fees: You Can Now Check Two for Free With the Frontier Airlines Mastercard

August 16, 2024 2

Starting this week, those with the FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® can check two bags for free each time they fly Frontier. This new card perk means could net a savings of over $100 each round-trip. Here's why that's a big deal.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Qatar Airways Devalues American and Alaska Short-Haul Awards, Raises Prices by up to 64%

August 14, 2024 0

Without any sort of heads-up, Qatar Airways just skyrocketed the pricing on its partner award chart. Effective immediately, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines flights up to 3,000 miles in distance now require up to 64% more Avios. Here's what you need to know about Qatar Airways' partner award chart devaluation.

Tyler Glatt

American Airlines Adds Mileage Earnings (Including Loyalty Points) on Paid Upgrades

August 14, 2024 2

In a development first teased in January 2024, American Airlines AAdvantage members will earn miles and Loyalty Points when paying for an upgrade to a premium cabin. Here's how you'll earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points on paid upgrades — plus other ways of getting an upgrade on American Airlines besides paying for it.

JT Genter

Earn 3X JetBlue TrueBlue Points And Mosaic Elite Status Credits on Vrbo Stays

August 13, 2024 0

JetBlue Paisly — the travel booking platform for TrueBlue members — just launched a new partnership with Vrbo. Travelers can now earn TrueBlue points on Vrbo stays booked through Paisly. Plus, all Paisly bookings earn tiles toward JetBlue Mosaic status. To celebrate this launch, travelers can earn triple points on Vrbo stays booked through Paisly now through August 25, 2024. Here are the details of this partnership and the current promotions.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Avianca Devalues LifeMiles Awards by up to 50%, Cuts Costs on Others by up to 25%

August 13, 2024 1

Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and frequent flyer program devaluations. Earlier this morning, Avianca — without notice — increased the costs of LifeMiles award tickets by up to 50%. But that's not all. Avianca also re-valued some awards, making select itineraries up to 25% cheaper. Here's what we know so far.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

SAS EuroBonus Status Match Offers Elite Status Through March 2025 — For Those That Qualify

August 9, 2024 0

SAS EuroBonus is running a status match promotion through August 30, 2024. Residents of participating countries and programs can match their airline status to SAS EuroBonus. Once matched, their status will be valid through March 31, 2025. Better yet, you can extend your new EuroBonus status even further into the future by meeting specific re-qualification requirements. Here's the full details on the SAS EuroBonus status match.

Sam Helmy

Get 1,500 Bonus Hilton Honors Points by Taking 5 Lyft Rides

July 31, 2024 0

Through September 3, 2024, Hilton Honors members can get 1,500 bonus points after linking accounts and completing five Lyft rides. Here are the details of this new offer.

Skye Class

How To Share Capital One Venture and Spark Miles with Anyone

July 31, 2024 45

Capital One is changing the transferrable points status quo by allowing cardholders to share their points with anyone that has a miles-earning Capital One card. This no-limit, no-fee sharing creates new ways to collaborate with your travel companions to earn the miles needed for your next big trip.

Ashley Onadele & Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

El Al Israel Becomes Flying Blue’s Newest Earn and Redemption Partner — Here’s the Details

July 29, 2024 0

You can now earn Flying Blue miles on El Al Israel flights and cash in your Flying Blue miles for El Al awards. Here's a look at what Flying Blue charges for El Al flights, how many miles you'll earn on El Al flights, and a recap of the primary ways to amass Flying Blue miles.

Tyler Glatt

Earn and Redeem Hyatt Points at Under Canvas — World of Hyatt’s Newest Addition

July 26, 2024 0

The World of Hyatt portfolio just expanded yet again. Under Canvas, a provider offering luxury stays in safari-inspired tents and chalets, joined World of Hyatt through Mr & Mrs Smith. Here's what you need to know about earning and redeeming World of Hyatt points through the brand's newest partnership with Under Canvas.

Tyler Glatt

Amex Overhauls the American Express® Gold Card, Launches Appealing New Offer

July 26, 2024 0

The American Express® Gold Card just underwent an overhaul, and no, we're not the least bit surprised. So, what's new with the Amex Gold? And does it still warrant a spot in your wallet? Let's take a look.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Status Match to ITA Volare, Get SkyTeam Elite Status Through 2025

July 26, 2024 0

ITA Volare has brought back its status match promotion, allowing you to match your current status up to SkyTeam Elite Plus. With the offer, you can receive ITA Volare top-tier Executive Status through December 31, 2025. The promotion is valid for status matches through August 19, 2024. Here's the details plus some things to consider before you initiate your match.

Skye Class

Southwest Ditches Open Seating Policy, Schedules First-Ever Redeye Flights

July 25, 2024 2

Southwest Airlines announced in a press release that it will be making major changes to its operating model. The changes include introducing redeye flights and, surprisingly, abandoning its long-running and unique open seating model. Here's what Southwest flyers need to know.

Sam Helmy

Win 1 Million Avios in the British Airways Luggage Tagged Sweepstakes

July 22, 2024 0

The British Airways Luggage Tagged Sweepstakes offers US-based Executive Club members a chance to win 1 million Avios and a one-of-a-kind luggage set. To celebrate 30 years of the British Airways Visa Signature® Card, British Airways will choose five lucky winners after the contest ends on August 27. Here's how to enter and how to get a bonus daily entry.

Skye Class

Last Chance: Transfer Citi ThankYou® Points to Asia Miles With a 15% Transfer Bonus

July 18, 2024 2

Now's your last chance reminder to take advantage of a 15% transfer bonus from Citi ThankYou® points to Cathay Asia Miles that's ending on July 20, 2024. From business class to Africa or Asia for 55k Citi points to Cathay Pacific business class as far as you possibly can for 96k Citi points, here's how you can take advantage of this transfer bonus.

JT Genter

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Program Changes: The Good and the Ugly

July 17, 2024 2

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards just announced a slew of program changes for this year — some positive and some negative. The most negative change includes a new fixed-date points expiration policy. Here's what you need to know about the changes to the Hertz Gold Plus rewards program.

Sam Helmy

Earn 3X TrueBlue Points with JetBlue Paisly Hotel Bookings Through July 22

July 17, 2024 0

Paisly is the travel booking service where TrueBlue members can earn points on hotel stays, car rentals, vacation rentals, and activities. This week, TrueBlue members can earn triple points on Paisly hotel bookings through July 22, 2024. All bookings for any length or date are eligible for this promotion. Here are the details of this offer.

Skye Class

Charles Schwab Amex Platinum 1.1% Cashout Rate to be Limited to 1 Million Points per Year

July 15, 2024 0

One of the defining features of the American Express Platinum Card® by Charles Schwab is the ability to cashout American Express Membership Rewards points for an account deposit at a rate of 1.1 cents per point. But soon, Amex is capping this preferential redemption rate at 1 million points per year. Here's what to know about these changes.

Sam Helmy

Award Availability Alert: Air Tahiti Nui Business and Premium Economy Through 2025

July 13, 2024 10

If you've dreamed of visiting the Tahitian islands using points and miles, now is the time to act. We're seeing solid award availability in business and premium economy, plus evergreen space in economy. Here are the details on this rare Air Tahiti Nui award space and what points and miles you need to secure a seat for yourself.

Skye Class & JT Genter

Cover Buy Now, Pay Later Installments With a Chase Card? This Policy Change Will Affect What Card You Can Use.

October 11, 2024 1

Chase has added language to many of its credit card statements announcing that it will no longer support third-party buy now, pay later platforms. Fortunately, Chase has given ample notice about the impending changes, so members who use these programs have ample time to adjust payment methods. Here's what Chase cardholders need to know about this policy change.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Extends 'Pay Yourself Back' on Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Cards

March 17, 2026 0

Chase has extended the Pay Yourself Back benefit on all Southwest Rapid Rewards co-branded cards. With Pay Yourself Back, eligible cardholders can "pay themselves back" using Rapid Rewards points earned when using their card. Here are the new categories, how to Pay Yourself Back, and whether it's a good deal.

Max Prosperi

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn 9X ANA Mileage Club Miles on IHG Stays This Summer

July 5, 2024 2

IHG One Rewards has launched a new promotion offering members triple ANA miles on eligible stays worldwide through August 31, 2024. ANA Mileage Club members can earn up to 15,000 bonus miles through this promotion. But should you take advantage of this offer? Here are the details to help you decide.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

British Airways Hikes American and Alaska Short-Haul Award Rates by up to 56%

July 4, 2024 2

Apparently, British Airways didn't go far enough when it devalued American and Alaska Airlines awards last December. British Airways took another hack at short-haul awards — and the results are gruesome. Here's what you need to know about the latest no-notice British Airways devaluation, plus what you can expect to pay the next time you redeem Avios for an AA or Alaska award ticket.

Tyler Glatt

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