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Earn 1,000 Bonus British Airways Avios for IHG Stays

September 16, 2023

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Through October 31, 2023, you can earn 1,000 bonus British Airways bonus Avios for IHG stays of two nights or more. To be eligible, you must be a member of both programs and set your earning preference with IHG to BA Avios. But is it worth it?

Aeroplan Award Sale: Up to 25% Points Discount to North and Central America

by Tyler Glatt

April 10, 2025

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Air Canada is offering an award sale through its Aeroplan program, offering up to 25% off award flights to North and Central America or within Canada. You need to book by September 29, 2023 and travel between now and March 31, 2024. Here's a look at the details and some sample flights to see how good this promotion is.

Marriott Offering Soft Landings for Elites Who Don’t Re-Qualify

by Carissa Rawson

September 14, 2023

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Marriott has announced its policy for soft landings in 2024. Those who have not met the criteria for re-qualification of status will receive a "soft landing." This policy means that members won't drop more than one status tier in 2024. Here's how this could affect you.

Point.Me Launches ‘QuickLook’ Tool To Preview Award Availability in Seconds

by JT Genter

September 14, 2023

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Starting today, Point.Me users will start seeing the option to "QuickLook" at award availability on select routes. Instead of waiting to search for live award pricing, this new feature shows data from recent searches performed on the same route and dates. And you'll see those results in a matter of seconds rather than waiting for minutes. Here's how it works.

Mileage Earnings, Status Benefits, Lounge Access Ending Date Revealed in American, JetBlue Breakup

by JT Genter

September 14, 2023

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The next phase of the forced breakup of American Airlines and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance was just unveiled. Starting early next year, American Airlines AAdvantage members will no longer earn AAdvantage miles, qualify for lounge access, or enjoy elite status perks when flying on JetBlue flights. Here's the latest details of the Northeast Alliance breakup.

Bilt Launches New Simple But Powerful In-App Hotel Award Search Tool

by JT Genter

September 14, 2023

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Bilt Rewards just announced a new partnership with hotel award-searching tool Awayz. Starting today (September 14, 2023), Bilt members can now perform up to 50 hotel award searches per month for free through the Bilt App. All Bilt members need to do is update their app to see this newest feature. Here's how this new tool works and how this integration can be a big time saver.

Huge Delta Changes: More Difficult To Earn Medallion Status, Lounge Access Cuts

by Ryan Smith

September 14, 2023

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Rumors have been swirling for weeks that Delta Air Lines was going to massively overhaul its Medallion (Delta's elite status) program, with an expected announcement on September 14. The airline accidentally leaked the changes a day early. And the rumors were true: Delta is making sweeping changes to its Medallion program, lounge access, upgrade priority, Million Miler perks, and more. Here's what you need to know.

Capital One Changes How You Use the $300 Travel Credit on Venture X & Venture X Business

by Ryan Smith

September 13, 2023

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One of the key benefits to offset the large annual fee on the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Venture X Business is the $300 annual travel credit. How you use that credit has changed, however. And while it might make using the credit easier, it's a negative change in terms of the value these cards provide over the course of a year.

U.S. Bank Will Match Certain Charity & Nonprofit Donations From Altitude Go Cardholders

by Ryan Smith

September 13, 2023

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Good news for those with the U.S. Bank Altitude® Go Visa Signature® Card: U.S. Bank says it will match donations to eligible charities and nonprofit organizations. This is a new benefit for cardholders starting September 13, 2023.

Capital One Dining Promotion Offers 2,500 Bonus Miles (Targeted)

by Skye Class

September 13, 2023

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Capital One has targeted some members to earn 2,500 bonus miles on a single reservation with Capital One Dining. If you're a Capital One Cardholder, you'll want to check your email for this offer. Here are the details.

Earn 1,000 MileagePlus Miles and 10% Off Marriott Stays in London

by Skye Class

September 9, 2023

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United MileagePlus members can earn bonus miles and a 10% discount while staying at Marriott hotels in London. This promotion is for members who prefer to earn miles over Bonvoy points on their hotel stays. Here are the details.

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Slashes Point Transfer Fees

by Sam Helmy

September 9, 2023

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Virgin Atlantic has slashed the cost of transferring points between family and friends. Effective immediately, you will only have to pay aflat fee regardless of the number of points transferred. Let's look at this 90% drop in fees.

A TimeShifter Promotion Offers Free Plans or 500 Bonus Miles for United MileagePlus Members

by Skye Class

September 4, 2023

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United MileagePlus members have a promotion to get a free TimeShifter membership or 500 bonus miles when purchasing an annual plan. This is a unique offer, most appealing for those who regularly cross time zones. Let's look at what TimeShifter is and the details of this offer.

Hyatt Now Displaying Resort Fees in Search Results, Just One Week After Being Sued

by Carissa Rawson

August 31, 2023

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Like Marriott, Hyatt has been targeted as the subject of a lawsuit over its lack of transparency for resort fees. But in just over a week, Hyatt has taken action. Here's the latest on making these fees more transparent during the reservation process.

Wide-Open United Polaris Business Class Award Availability to India!

by Miguel Rueda

August 30, 2023

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On Saturday, October 28, 2023, United Airlines will begin operating two daily flights from Newark (EWR) to New Delhi (DEL). And right now United award availability is wide-open on this route, including Polaris business class, with some dates showing up to 9 seats. Here's what you need to know about booking this incredible award space.

Subscribing to Club LifeMiles: Is It Worth It After Recent Changes?

by Tyler Glatt

August 27, 2023

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LifeMiles members can subscribe to Club LifeMiles to receive miles monthly. With various plans and other perks, the subscription model is interesting but won't provide outsized value to every traveler. Who should subscribe? We dove into the numbers and found out.

American Airlines To Add Revenue-Based Earnings on British Airways and Iberia

by Carissa Rawson

August 21, 2023

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American Airlines will be changing how you earn miles with British Airways and Iberia starting October 18, 2023. Travel after this date will earn miles based on the fare you've paid rather than the distance you've flown, matching American's policy for its own flights.

Earn Up to 90,000 AAdvantage Miles on Flights to Doha [Targeted]

by Skye Class

August 18, 2023

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A new promotion allows AAdvantage members to earn up to 90,000 bonus miles on Qatar Airways codeshare flights between the U.S. and Doha, Qatar. This is a targeted promotion, so you'll need to check your email to register. Earn up to 15,000 bonus miles per flight depending on fare class, with a maximum of 6 flights before November 17, 2023. Here are the details.

Avianca LifeMiles Eliminates Manual Bookings by Email

by Carissa Rawson

August 17, 2023

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Avianca LifeMiles has done away with its customer support email, which could be used to complete manual bookings, request refunds for flight cancellations or changes, and find out information about partner award bookings. It might not affect everyone, but it's worth knowing about.

Virgin Atlantic Adds LATAM Award Bookings. Here’s the New Award Chart.

by JT Genter

August 17, 2023

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Virgin Atlantic just added award redemptions on LATAM-operated flights. That means travelers now have even more options for booking award flights to South America and even more uses for their Virgin points. Here are the details we know so far about this expanded partnership.

Southwest to Extend Free Standby to All Fares and Offer Free Wi-Fi for Business Passengers

by Sam Helmy

August 16, 2023

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Southwest announced that it will bring in free same-day standby for all fares and free Wi-Fi for Business Select travelers. While no date has been set for the change, the airline stated it will be soon. Let's look at the impending changes.

Finnair to Adopt Avios, Make Finnair Plus Program Enhancements. Here’s What You Need to Know.

by JT Genter

August 16, 2023

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Today, Finnair announced several noteworthy changes to its mileage program — from adopting Avios as its mileage currency to guaranteeing a certain number of saver award seats on every flight. Here's what we know so far about the changes to the Finnair Plus program and when they're going to take effect.

Earn 3X United Miles Plus on Vrbo Bookings

by Skye Class

January 14, 2025

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Did you know you can earn 3X United MileagePlus miles on Vrbo stays? This is a partnership we haven't mentioned previously on AwardWallet, but it's definitely a promotion worth considering. Here are the details.

More Details on Choice–Radisson Merger: You May Have Higher Status Than Before!

by Sam Helmy

August 10, 2023

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The merger of Radisson Rewards Americas into Choice Privileges is complete, but there were a few outstanding questions. Given that the programs had different points expiration policies and different thresholds for earning status tiers, how would the integration work for these elements? What would happen to your points and to your former elite status from Radisson Rewards Americas?

Flash Sale: Alaska Airlines Offering Discounted Award and Cash Fares

by Tyler Glatt

August 11, 2023

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Alaska Airlines is offering a flash sale on both award and cash fares. Until August 10, 2023, take advantage of reduced fares and book a trip to one of Alaska Airlines' many destinations. Don't wait! This deal won't last long.

You Can Now Earn Virgin Points for Stays at Virgin Hotels, And The Earning Rate is Brilliant

by Sam Helmy

August 8, 2023

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Virgin Red has announced that you can now earn points for stays at Virgin Hotels properties in the U.S. and U.K. Earning rates are 5 points per dollar for stays in the U.S. and 7 points per pound for stays in the U.K. Here are the participating properties and just how valuable this new partnership is.

Bank of America Cardholders: Claim a One-Year Free Grubhub+ Membership

by Sam Helmy

August 7, 2023

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Bank of America recently announced a new partnership giving cardholders one year of Grubhub+ membership for free. All Bank of America cardholders need to do is register before December 31, 2023 to take advantage of it. Here's how to register.

Hyatt Now Lets You Select Which Free Night Certificates To Redeem

by Carissa Rawson

August 3, 2023

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Hyatt's Pay My Way tool allows guests to mix and match their method of payment, and an update now allows guests to manually select which free night certificate they'd like to redeem when booking a stay, rather than having one automatically chosen for them. Here's how it works.

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Category: News

Earn 1,000 Bonus British Airways Avios for IHG Stays

Aeroplan Award Sale: Up to 25% Points Discount to North and Central America

Marriott Offering Soft Landings for Elites Who Don’t Re-Qualify

Point.Me Launches ‘QuickLook’ Tool To Preview Award Availability in Seconds

Mileage Earnings, Status Benefits, Lounge Access Ending Date Revealed in American, JetBlue Breakup

Bilt Launches New Simple But Powerful In-App Hotel Award Search Tool

Huge Delta Changes: More Difficult To Earn Medallion Status, Lounge Access Cuts

Capital One Changes How You Use the $300 Travel Credit on Venture X & Venture X Business

U.S. Bank Will Match Certain Charity & Nonprofit Donations From Altitude Go Cardholders

Capital One Dining Promotion Offers 2,500 Bonus Miles (Targeted)

Earn 1,000 MileagePlus Miles and 10% Off Marriott Stays in London

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Slashes Point Transfer Fees

A TimeShifter Promotion Offers Free Plans or 500 Bonus Miles for United MileagePlus Members

Hyatt Now Displaying Resort Fees in Search Results, Just One Week After Being Sued

Wide-Open United Polaris Business Class Award Availability to India!

Subscribing to Club LifeMiles: Is It Worth It After Recent Changes?

American Airlines To Add Revenue-Based Earnings on British Airways and Iberia

Earn Up to 90,000 AAdvantage Miles on Flights to Doha [Targeted]

Avianca LifeMiles Eliminates Manual Bookings by Email

Virgin Atlantic Adds LATAM Award Bookings. Here’s the New Award Chart.

Southwest to Extend Free Standby to All Fares and Offer Free Wi-Fi for Business Passengers

Finnair to Adopt Avios, Make Finnair Plus Program Enhancements. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Earn 3X United Miles Plus on Vrbo Bookings

More Details on Choice–Radisson Merger: You May Have Higher Status Than Before!

Flash Sale: Alaska Airlines Offering Discounted Award and Cash Fares

You Can Now Earn Virgin Points for Stays at Virgin Hotels, And The Earning Rate is Brilliant

Bank of America Cardholders: Claim a One-Year Free Grubhub+ Membership

Hyatt Now Lets You Select Which Free Night Certificates To Redeem