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You Can Now Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points With BetMGM Wagers

April 9, 2024 0

Marriott and MGM are taking their partnership one step further with news that BetMGM members can now convert their rewards to Marriott Bonvoy points. Starting today, BetMGM points from gambling activities can be transferred to Marriott at a 1:1 ratio.

Carissa Rawson

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Point.Me Launches Free Search Tool for Amex Cardmembers

March 12, 2024 4

This week, Amex launched a new partnership with Point.me, letting travelers with an Amex Membership Rewards-earning card complete free Point.me searches. Here's how to utilize this free tool — and the limitations that might make you want to keep a full Point.me subscription instead.

JT Genter

Alaska Award Chart Changes Are Rolling Out

March 11, 2024 0

If you've missed it, some big stuff is happening with Alaska Airlines. Let's start with the one you care about most when time is of the essence: The new award charts are rolling out. Not all of the "new" pricing is live yet, but here's what you should do right now if you've got miles and want to book some flights.

Ryan Smith

Watch Out for Fees: Discover To Classify Online Gambling as a Cash Advance

March 8, 2024 1

Online gambling has taken the internet by storm. And for those who use online gambling as a chance to earn points or cash back on bets, Discover has announced that it'll soon come with an added cost in the form of cash advance fees. Here's what you need to know about Discover's latest announcement to its cardholders.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Air Canada Tweaks Aeroplan Elite Status, Sweetening Aeroplan Cardholder Benefits

March 8, 2024 0

Air Canada is rolling out some changes to its Aeroplan frequent flyer program. Thankfully, nothing is overwhelmingly negative — just a few minor tweaks and new partner airline benefits for 25K and 35K members. By extension, this means the cardholder benefits for those with the Aeroplan® Credit Card are improving. Here are the details on the Aeroplan program changes for 2024.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

U.K. To Hike Air Passenger Duty in 2024 and 2025

March 8, 2024 0

The Air Passenger Duty (APD) is the infamous tax you pay on flights departing the United Kingdom. While the APD typically increases annually to account for inflation (as will be the case in 2024), the U.K. government is planning a big one-off adjustment in 2025 to offset higher-than-normal inflation. Here's what the increasing Air Passenger Duty means for you.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

U.S. Bank Announces Changes to the Altitude Connect Card

September 13, 2024 1

We've got good news and bad news about the U.S. Bank Altitude® Connect Visa Signature® Card. Some benefits are going away, while others are being added. All of this is happening on September 9, 2024, so let's take a look at the changes to help you re-evaluate this card and whether it fits in your wallet going forward.

Ryan Smith

Extended: Earn Double Tier Points With British Airways Vacation Packages

July 1, 2025 0

British Airways Club members have some good news: The ability to earn double tier points on vacation packages has been extended for another six months. Originally set to expire on December 31, 2024, this offer is now good through June 30, 2025. Here's how you can earn double tier points toward elite status through this offer.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

With Lufthansa Restricting First Class Partner Awards, What's the Booking Strategy?

March 7, 2024 0

Lufthansa First Class is an aspirational redemption. But in recent years, it's become increasingly difficult to book. And according to reports, Lufthansa is altering how it makes First Class awards available to partner airlines. Here's a look at the new rules and a way to avoid having to book Lufthansa awards close-in.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

The CFPB Ruled on Credit Card Late Fees. Here’s What You Need To Know

March 6, 2024 0

Paying off your credit card statement on time and in full is an easy way to avoid fees, interest, and a host of other problems. Among those negative impacts are late fees — the penalty card issuers can levy if they don't receive your minimum monthly payment on time. In a ruling handed down by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), there will be some changes to how credit card late fees work. Here's what you need to know.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Wyndham Rewards Is Adjusting Award Prices for Hotel Stays and Vacasa Bookings

March 27, 2024 2

Later this month, Wyndham Rewards is making two alterations that will impact what you'll pay for an award stay: adjusting the award category for select hotels and re-pricing select Vacasa vacation rentals. Here's what you need to know about the changes coming on March 26, 2024.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

You Can Now Upgrade Qantas Flights with AAdvantage® Miles

March 5, 2024 0

One of the teased changes to the AAdvantage frequent flyer program for 2024 was mileage upgrades on partner airlines. Sure enough, American just introduced mileage upgrades on Qantas-operated flights. Here's what we know so far about this just-introduced redemption option.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

World of Hyatt Adds the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas

March 4, 2024 2

With the addition of the Rio Hotel & Casino to the World of Hyatt portfolio, there's now another property in Las Vegas you can book with Hyatt points. Plus, Hyatt is investing heavily in the property, hoping to transition the Rio into its Destination brand by the end of the year. Here's the lowdown on World of Hyatt's newest property addition.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Aer Lingus AerClub Adopts Standardized Tier Qualification Period

March 3, 2024 2

"Love, AerClub." Those are the words you'll read after scrolling through an Aer Lingus email detailing upcoming changes to the AerClub elite status qualification period. And to distill all the jargon in that email, Aer Lingus is adopting a standardized qualification period. Here's the run-down on the changes coming to the Aer Lingus AerClub program.

Tyler Glatt

Should United MileagePlus Members Transfer Miles With the Current Promotion?

March 2, 2024 2

United MileagePlus members can transfer their United miles to another family member, though it's normally not worth it because of the fees involved. This month, members will get a 20% discount and won't have to pay the $30 processing fee. But is this a good deal? Here are the details.

Skye Class

Got Bilt Rewards Platinum Status? Get Flying Blue Gold Status for 12 Months

February 29, 2024 0

In Bilt Rewards' hierarchy of elite status tiers, Platinum is the highest. And if you've happened to bag enough Bilt points or spent $50,000 on non-rent purchases to reach it, you can get Flying Blue Gold status for free. If you're a Bilt Platinum elite member, read on for how to activate 12 months of Flying Blue Gold status.

Tyler Glatt

ANA Mileage Club To Devalue Award Charts on April 18, 2024

April 19, 2024 0

We've got good news, and we've got bad news. The bad news? Well, the headline speaks for itself. The good news? ANA's award chart devaluation won't happen until April 18, 2024, so there's still time to book trips at the current rates before the Japanese airline hikes its award prices. Here's a look at what's changing with ANA Mileage Club's award charts and how the devaluation might impact you.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Hyatt Timeshare Presentation Offers Up to 15,000 Points or a $150 Gift Card — From Home!

July 24, 2024 1

Hyatt Vacation Club has a good promotion for attending a timeshare presentation. You can get up to 15,000 bonus points or a $150 coupon when attending a presentation. Earning points from a timeshare presentation is always a nice option, even if we don't necessarily recommend buying a timeshare. Plus, this one doesn't require you to go anywhere.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Redeem IHG One Rewards Points for Exclusive Major League Soccer Experiences

March 1, 2024 0

There's more that you can do with IHG One Rewards points than simply redeeming them for hotel and resort stays. Now, courtesy of IHG's evolving partnership with Major League Soccer (MLS), you can redeem points for ticket packages and exclusive experiences. Here's what you need to know about redeeming IHG points for a trip to the pitch.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Ryan Smith

Budget Rental Promotions: Claim a Free Upgrade, 10% Back, and up to 35% Off

December 20, 2025 0

Budget Car Rental currently has a couple of unique promotions available. Here's how Fastbreak members can use a coupon code to claim a free upgrade and unlock savings on a weekly rental, plus up to 10% back as an Amazon gift card.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

You Can Now Sign Up for Clear and TSA PreCheck Together. Is It a Good Idea?

February 24, 2024 0

Few things are better than breezing through airport security. And speaking of saving time, you can now jointly enroll for TSA PreCheck and CLEAR Plus. Even better, simultaneously registering for or renewing both programs is an easy way to save a good chunk of change on an otherwise steep sticker cost. Here's what you need to know about bundling PreCheck and CLEAR Plus enrollments.

Tyler Glatt

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