Marriott Unveils Newest Hotel Brand: Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy by Skye Class November 14, 2022 1 Marriott has just announced the newest brand in its portfolio: Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy for apartment-hotels in North America. This new brand is similar to Marriott Executive Apartments overseas. And Marriott describes them as premium and luxury. So what does that mean?
Cathay Pacific and Select LATAM Awards Now Bookable via Alaska Mileage Plan Website by Jerod Morales November 11, 2022 1 Alaska Airlines has finally added the ability to book Cathay Pacific and LATAM award flights through its website. Gone are the days of having to find a flight with the award space you want to book, then calling Alaska with that information to complete the booking. Here's what you need to know about these changes.
Alaska Airlines Flight Pass Now Includes Elite Status From $99 a Month, With a Major Catch by Max Prosperi November 11, 2022 2 For a limited time, Alaska Airlines' Flight Pass program now comes with Mileage Plan elite status. However, you will only be eligible if you live in certain states. With this promotion, eligible new members can score Oneworld elite status for just $99 a month. Here's what travelers need to know about this unique offer and who is eligible.
United Increases Elite Status Requirements, Adds Elite Earnings on Awards Starting in 2023 by Max Prosperi November 10, 2022 9 United MileagePlus announced some major program changes for next year. Beginning in 2023, United will implement changes to the MileagePlus program including significant increases to what's required for elite status, adding elite earnings on award flights, and removing award redeposit fees. Here's what members need to know about changes to the United MileagePlus program.
Earn Avios on Uber Rides, Get 250 Bonus Avios for Linking Accounts by Skye Class November 9, 2022 8 Quite a few rewards programs are teaming up with rideshare apps. The newest partnership is between British Airways and Uber. Executive Club members can earn 250 bonus Avios just for linking Uber to their Executive Club account. Later this month, members will also be able to earn Avios on every Uber ride.
Book a Qatar Airways Flight with Visa and Earn Up to 12,000 Avios by Skye Class November 8, 2022 1 Qatar Airways launched yet another promotion, this time offering Privilege Club members up to 12,000 Avios when using their Visa card to book a flight before December 22, 2022. Here are the details for how to take advantage of this offer.
Transfer Capital One Miles to Accor Live Limitless With a 20% Bonus by Sam Helmy November 3, 2022 0 Capital One launched a promotion giving you a 20% bonus when you transfer your Capital One Miles to Accor ALL points. The promotion is valid for transfers through November 30, 2022. For every 1,000 Capital One miles you transfer, you receive 600 Accor points. Here are some creative uses of this otherwise forgettable transfer bonus.
British Airways & Iberia Move To Revenue-Based Avios Earning by Sam Helmy November 3, 2022 5 In an email to its members and a press release, Iberia announced that it is moving to a revenue-based system of Avios earnings effective immediately. In the same announcement, Iberia's partner British Airways also announced that it will move to revenue-based Avios earnings in 2023.
Changing Lounge Access, Other Aeroplan Program Changes Coming in 2023 by Sam Helmy October 29, 2022 1 Air Canada just announced changes to its Aeroplan program coming into effect in 2023. Most of the new changes come into effect on January 1, 2023. As expected, not all the changes are positive. And that's especially true for Aeroplan 35K members - who are losing a major benefit.
Convert Hotel Points to Aeroplan With A 20% Bonus (With One Big Exception) by Sam Helmy October 28, 2022 1 Aeroplan just launched a promotion giving you a 20% bonus when you convert hotel points to Aeroplan. The promotion is valid for transfers through November 13, 2022 and can be a great way of topping off your Aeroplan account for an award. However, this offer unfortunately does not include all hotel partners.
Earn Up to 15,000 Bonus Aeroplan Points on IHG Stays by Sam Helmy October 27, 2022 0 IHG launched a new promotion offering up to 15,000 bonus Air Canada Aeroplan points for eligible IHG stays. The promotion is valid for stays through January 31, 2023. However, reservations must be completed by November 30, 2022.
Relaunch of Lyft Pink Membership with More Benefits and Lower Fee by Skye Class October 27, 2022 0 The Lyft Pink membership has been around for a couple of years now. Previously, the membership came with a $19.99 monthly subscription fee. That fee got you 15% off rides in the U.S., 3 free cancellations a month, 3 free scooter rides, priority airport pickup, no lost-and-found fees, and a free Grubhub+ membership. Unfortunately, you would have had to spend $134 before taxes and fees just to break even on the cost of the membership.
Details of the Massive Devaluation of Radisson Rewards Worldwide by Skye Class October 26, 2022 6 Earlier this year, Radisson Rewards split in two. Now the Radisson Rewards Worldwide program (for hotels located outside the Americas) has devaluated several parts of the program. Members earn fewer points, points are worth less, etc. Here's a summary of changes, and what you can do about them.
Southwest Raises Requirements for Companion Pass, Program Changes by Skye Class October 23, 2022 4 Southwest Airlines has implemented changes to the Rapid Rewards program, including increasing the requirements for Companion Pass, a Rapid Rewards cardholder bonus, etc. Here are the changes that took effect on January 1, 2023.
Last Chance: Transfer IHG One Points to Virgin Velocity Points With a 15% Bonus by Sam Helmy October 21, 2022 0 IHG One Rewards brought back a promotion giving you a 15% bonus when you transfer IHG One Rewards points to the Virgin Velocity program. The promotion is valid for transfers through October 25, 2022. But, is it worth transferring your IHG points at this ratio?
Marriott Bonvoy Ends Conversion Bonus to Four Airline Partners by Sam Helmy October 18, 2022 2 Marriott Bonvoy sent out an email this week to select members notifying them that, effective October 31, 2022, the standing points conversion bonus will be ending. For now, the change only affects four of the more than 40 airlines you can transfer Marriott Bonvoy points. But it could be a bad sign of things to come.
Air Canada Aeroplan and Avis Partner to Offer Status Match Opportunity by Skye Class October 16, 2022 2 Avis and Air Canada Aeroplan just announced a new partnership. As part of this new partnership, Aeroplan elites and premium credit cardholders can claim Avis Preferred Plus or even President's Club elite status. Here are the details of which Avis elite status you can claim and how to do so.
[Resolved] Capital One Just Launched a New Transfer Bonus, But Don’t Transfer Miles Yet by JT Genter October 15, 2022 2 Today, Capital One seems to launch a new transfer bonus. However, we don't recommend transferring miles yet. Although miles are immediately transferred to the airline, the transfer bonus isn't posting. Instead, miles are simply transferring at a 1:1 transfer ratio. Here's what we know about this issue.
Hilton Honors Drops ‘Weekend’ Requirement From Free Night Rewards by Skye Class October 14, 2022 0 Great news Hilton Amex cardholders! Hilton Honors "Weekend Free Night Rewards" can now be used any night of the week. Going forward, these certificates will simply be called Hilton Free Night Rewards. Here's how to earn these valuable free night certificates.
Purchase British Airways Avios Through New Avios Subscription Plan by Sam Helmy October 12, 2022 1 British Airways launched a new subscription plan to purchase Avios. The new plan has four levels allowing you to purchase between 20,000 and 200,000 Avios per year. With this promotion, you can effectively purchase Avios for less than one cent apiece - but only if your account is registered in the U.K.
Delta Updates Its Million Miler Program With New Gift Options by Sam Helmy October 9, 2022 1 This week, Delta Air Line upgraded and enhanced its Million Miler Program. The improvements include an enhanced selection of gifts, a new website, and a better welcome experience overall. Here are photos of the new options.
Amex Launches 4-Month Free Panera Bread Unlimited Sip Club Subscription by Skye Class October 9, 2022 17 Amex has brought back a great promotion from last year just in time for the holidays. Amex cardholders can once again get free coffee and tea at Panera Bread. You can claim a 4-month Unlimited Sip Club subscription when enrolling with your Amex card. If you live near one of Panera Bread's 2,000+ locations, this is a nice offer to take advantage of. The primary limitation is that you must not be a current Unlimited Sip Club subscriber.
Marriott Bonvoy Week of Wonders is Back! by Sam Helmy October 7, 2022 0 Marriott Bonvoy relaunched its Week of Wonders promotion again this year. Now through October 13, 2022, you can receive a host of deals on a wide range of activities, such as discounted award night bookings, bonus points and discounts on cash bookings, 50% bonus on Bonvoy point purchases, and even bonus points for dining out!
ANA Increased Fuel Surcharges; Here’s Why Those Prices Fluctuate by Sam Helmy March 1, 2024 4 ANA just increased the fuel surcharges it levies on flights on its own flights. The new charges applied to tickets booked on or after October 1, 2022. The new surcharges are a substantial increase on the previous ones and will negatively impact the value of ANA awards. But thankfully you can avoid paying fuel surcharges entirely by booking through the right partner. Here are a few options to consider.
American Airlines Cardmember Appreciation Week and Sweepstakes by Skye Class October 2, 2022 3 American Airlines is celebrating 35 years of Citi/AAdvantage Mastercards with a cardmember appreciation week centered around the theme of 35, and a social media sweepstakes. There are quite a few rewards you can earn through these promotions, plus a trip valued at up to $35,000 plus 350,000 AAdvantage miles through the sweepstakes.
New Offer to Earn Southwest A-List Elite Status Faster by Sam Helmy September 27, 2022 0 Through November 30, 2022, you can register to have all your Southwest reward flights count towards your tier status segment qualification. Also, if you purchase a Southwest fare for cash, you can earn double elite qualifying points.
Transfer Membership Rewards Points to Qantas With a 20% Bonus by Sam Helmy September 23, 2022 11 One of the 12 ongoing American Express Membership Rewards transfer bonuses is a transfer bonus to Qantas. Through September 30, 2022, you will receive a 20% bonus when you transfer your Membership Rewards points to Qantas Points. This can be a great value for booking flights on partner airlines like American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Book partner awards for as few as 8k Qantas points.
Purchase Southwest Airlines Upgraded Boarding Online Starting at $30 by Skye Class September 23, 2022 1 Southwest Airlines recently extended the period for purchasing an Upgraded Boarding pass for A1-15 boarding positions. The option is available online from 24 hours up to 30 minutes before the flight. Upgrades are as little as $30 per segment.
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