Marriott Extends Free Night Awards Another 6 Months, Extends Points Expiration Pause by Patrick Stouffer October 26, 2020 12 Marriott just announced another extension to Bonvoy Free Night Awards. Any certificates that were originally scheduled to expire in 2020 or anytime before July 31, 2021 have been extended by 6 months. Now, members have until August 1, 2021 to use their rewards. Even better, Marriott is also pausing points expirations until August 1, 2021 as well.
Citi Introduces Shop With Points at Select Shell, BP, and Amoco Gas Stations by Patrick Stouffer March 14, 2024 11 This week, Citi released a new way to redeem your ThankYou® points. Now, ThankYou® point collectors can redeem points right at the pump at Shell, BP, and Amoco gas stations using Citi's 'Shop with Points' feature. But before you take advantage of this, you'll want to make sure you don't have a better use for your points.
New Amex Gold Cardholders Are No Longer Eligible for the $100 Airline Fee Credit by Patrick Stouffer October 23, 2020 19 One of Amex's go-to benefits for justifying high(er) annual fees is the Airline Fee Credit. This credit reimburses cardmembers for making eligible purchases with their airline of choice every year. However, for the Amex Gold, this benefit is in its last years. Starting in January 2022, Amex will no longer offer the annual $100 Airline Fee Credit to Amex Gold cardholders that signed up before February 4, 2021. What's next for this card?
[Expired] Earn 5X on Online, Cable, Streaming Purchases Using Citi Prestige Through End of 2020 by Patrick Stouffer October 13, 2020 15 Citi just announced another round of promotional bonus categories for the Citi Prestige® Card. Through the end of 2020, Prestige Card cardholders can earn 5X ThankYou® points per dollar spent on online, streaming, and cable purchases—up to 7,500 bonus points.
Hyatt Postpones Program Updates, Tweaks Hotel Award Categories, Extends Point and Award Validity by Patrick Stouffer October 8, 2020 10 Hyatt just announced even more program updates. Thankfully, most of them are positive for World of Hyatt members. First, Hyatt further paused point expirations and further extended all Free Night, Club Lounge, and Suite Night Awards. Second, Hyatt postponed the introduction of peak/off-peak award pricing (again) and will only make changes to award pricing at 16 properties between now and 2022.
Save 50% Avios on All British Airways Long-Haul Flights—Including Business and First Class by Skye Class October 6, 2020 22 British Airways just launched its best deal of the year! All long-haul British Airways reward flights are half-off through October 13. Even better, the discount applies as far out as June 2021. We found economy awards from the U.S. to London starting at just 6,500 Avios plus a reasonable $83 in taxes/fees one-way. Or, book business class awards between the U.S. and London starting at just 25,000 Avios each way.
Transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards To Southwest Rapid Rewards With a 20% Bonus by Patrick Stouffer October 2, 2020 7 Chase just announced its third-ever transfer bonus for Ultimate Rewards points, this time to Southwest Rapid Rewards. Through the end of October, you can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest and receive a 20% bonus. This presents a unique opportunity for those who regularly fly Southwest, offering up to 1.8¢ per point in value on Southwest award redemptions.
American Airlines Just Improved Basic Economy Fares for Elites and Non-Elites by JT Genter October 1, 2020 20 As part of announcing the elimination of change fees, American Airlines teased improvements to basic economy fares. Starting "this fall", elite members would get upgrade privileges, extra-legroom seats, and even same-day flight changes. Without fanfare, these changes took effect overnight. Here's what you need to know about the changes to American Airlines basic economy.
Chase Extends Pay Yourself Back, Expands to Ink and Freedom Cards by Patrick Stouffer September 29, 2020 12 Chase has announced the extension of its popular 'Pay Yourself Back' feature, which was initially set to expire on September 30. Even better, Chase is expanding the feature to certain Ink and Freedom credit cards and offering several new eligible purchase categories. In this post, we cover all the details, including why we think 'Pay Yourself Back' is here to stay.
Delta Removes Change Fees From Some Awards, Extends Card Benefits and Lounge Memberships by Patrick Stouffer September 24, 2020 10 Delta just announced several major SkyMiles program updates. And, that good news is it's all positive. The airline is extending Sky Club memberships, Medallion status perks, and co-branded credit card benefits. In addition, Delta is permanently slashing fees and restrictions on many domestic award tickets. But, unfortunately, there are some notable exclusions.
Innovative New X1 ‘Smart Card’ Announced by Patrick Stouffer September 17, 2020 22 An intriguing new 'smart card' just hit the scene, and a waitlist is already open for prospective cardholders ahead of its debut this winter. The X1 credit card is a brand new rewards card concept, offering cutting-edge technology and compelling point-earning schemes with no annual fee. We're covering everything we know about the X1 Card to see if it lives up to the hype.
Limited Time: Earn Miles When Flying on American Airlines AAdvantage Award Flights by JT Genter September 16, 2020 26 Typically, points and miles travelers don't earn miles when flying on award flights. However, American Airlines is changing that for a limited time. AAdvantage members can earn up to 2,000 bonus miles from award flights flown in October. But, you'll need to register to get these bonus miles. Here's how.
Widespread AA Domestic Web Specials Starting at Only 5,000 Miles! by Patrick Stouffer September 14, 2020 35 The AwardWallet team found another massive wave of ultra-discounted AA domestic award availability. Fly across the U.S., make a short hop to a small town, or visit that favorite travel destination—all for only 5,000 AA miles each way. Even better, book worry-free, thanks to waived award reinstatement fees for all award bookings through the end of 2020.
Interviews Available Now! Trusted Traveler Enrollment Centers Reopened On September 8 by Skye Class September 9, 2020 50 Trusted Traveler Program Enrollment Centers have not conducted interviews for new applicants since March 19th. But, after months of delays, the centers finally reopened on September 8, 2020. Interview slots are wide-open in some locations meaning now is the time to schedule your appointment if you've been unable to get one in the past few months.
Hilton Honors Rolling Over All Elite-Qualifying Nights From 2020 To 2021 by Michelle Molloy September 7, 2020 19 Hilton Honors announces updates to Elite Rollover Nights for the 2020 calendar year. The new changes will allow members to roll over all of their qualifying stays from 2020 into 2021. Use this to maintain or upgrade your Hilton elite status through March 31, 2023!
Book Domestic Award Flights Starting at Just 5,000 United Miles Each Way by Skye Class September 3, 2020 13 Since United ditched its award charts in November 2019, the airline can price awards at any level it wants. And currently, United is pricing some domestic awards at just 5,000 miles each way. Here's a roundup of award deals to/from Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle, and more—including coast-to-coast flights from 6,500 miles one-way.
[Expired] Delta Credit Cards: New Bonus Spending Categories, Spend Towards Elite Status by Patrick Stouffer September 2, 2020 13 Delta's American Express cards are getting a bonus category makeover. Depending on which card you hold, you might be able to earn 4X miles on restaurant purchases, 5X miles on Delta purchases, or even spend your way towards Delta elite status. But before you reposition these cards in your wallet, there are a few things to consider first.
Additional Bonus Categories for Chase Freedom Unlimited Now Active by JT Genter August 31, 2020 34 The Chase Freedom Unlimited® has always been a great card for daily use thanks to its 1.5% cash-back earning on everything you buy. Starting on September 15, 2020, cardholders can take advantage of three additional bonus categories: 5% on travel purchased through Chase, 3% on dining, and 3% on drugstore purchases.
Earn Bonvoy Elite Status Through February 2022 via Marriott Status Match and Challenge by Patrick Stouffer August 30, 2020 22 Hotel elite status-chasers rejoice! Marriott has brought back the ability to earn Marriott Bonvoy status through a status match and challenge. You can match to either Bonvoy Gold Elite or Platinum Elite status. Then, retain that status through February 2022 by staying as few as five nights! But hurry, depending on how many people apply for a match, Marriott may end this promotion at any time.
U.S. To Europe From 8,500 Avios One-Way With Iberia’s 50% off Promotion by JT Genter August 26, 2020 29 Iberia just launched an incredible 50% off award promotion for award flights on Iberia-operated flights. Travelers can use this promotion to fly to (or from) Europe for as few as 8,500 Avios in economy; 12,750 Avios in premium economy; or 17,000 Avios in business class. But, you're going to need to act quickly to take advantage of this promotion.
See If You’re Targeted To Earn Double Million Miler Qualifying Miles in 2020 by Patrick Stouffer August 21, 2020 27 American Airlines is offering a new promotion allowing targeted AAdvantage members to earn 2X Million Miler qualifying miles for all flights flown through the end of 2020. But just how exciting is this? In this post, we go through all the details and show you why it probably shouldn't make a difference in your decision to travel this year.
[Expired] Get up to 62% off Hyatt Award Stays at Luxury All-Inclusive Miraval Resorts by Patrick Stouffer August 21, 2020 11 Save big on your next wellness retreat! Through the end of the year, Hyatt is offering a buy-one-get-one award sale at its luxury all-inclusive Miraval Resorts. Book one night with points and get a second night free. Still not convinced? It gets better. When stacked with an existing Hyatt promotion, World of Hyatt members can save even more—up to 62% off!
[Expired] Earn Double British Airways Avios on Flights Through the End of the Year by Patrick Stouffer August 16, 2020 15 British Airways just announced a new promotion to encourage Executive Club members to book flights in 2020. Through the end of the year, members can earn double Avios on up to ten flights flown. But, you'll need to act fast. For flights to qualify, they need to be booked by August 31, 2020.
Amex Platinum Cardholders: Register to Get $100 off a $100+ Dell Purchase by Patrick Stouffer August 15, 2020 27 American Express teamed up with Dell to offer another temporary benefit for Amex Platinum cardholders. Through January 31, 2021, cardmembers can receive a one-time $100 statement credit after making at least $100 in Dell purchases. It might be time to buy that extra monitor you've been eyeing!
American Airlines Extends Award Change and Cancellation Fee Waiver by JT Genter August 10, 2020 61 Good news AAdvantage® members! American Airlines just adjusted its award cancellation policy for the better. Now, members can cancel and refund award flights booked by December 31, 2020 without fees. Here's what you need to know about this policy change.
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