Choice Privileges Adds New Racing Experiences: Snag Tickets for 4K Points, Bid on VIP Packages from 50K by Sam Helmy and Zhanna Startseva July 3, 2025 0 Choice Privileges just added a new round of racing experiences to its "Experiences" platform. Currently, you can redeem just 4,000 Choice points (just 2k transferred points!) for grandstand tickets. Or, bid as few as 40,000 points to get a VIP pit road tour, driver meet and greet, and trackside catering. Here's a look at using your Choice Privileges points for experiences and how to place a bid.
How to Pay Rent via Bilt Rewards and Earn Points on Your Biggest Monthly Expense by Mark Jackson May 14, 2025 1 Bilt Rewards has made a big splash by making it possible to earn valuable Bilt Points on rent. If you’re thinking about using Bilt to earn rewards on rent, this guide has everything you need to get started.
Save on BP, LugLess, and Other Travel Through Current Citi Merchant Offers by Andrew George Bradshaw and Ryan Smith May 14, 2025 2 Like Amex Offers and Chase Offers, Citi Merchant Offers can provide great rebates on travel purchases. They're available on most personal credit cards, and Citi Merchant Offers provide cash back as a flat amount or a percentage of your purchase. Current offers include cash back with BP, LugLess, and other travel services. Here's a look at the current travel-related Citi Merchant Offers you might find.
Targeted Marriott Promo: Get Up to a 40% Bonus When You Buy Points by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter May 14, 2025 143 Marriott Bonvoy is offering its members the chance to buy points with a 40% bonus. This bonus drops the effective cost-per-point down to as low as 0.89¢ per point. That opens the door to stays at the most lavish Marriott properties at a fraction of the cost, such as going on a safari in Africa or relaxing in the luxury of Bora Bora. Or, use this promotion to mint airline miles for as little as 1.79¢ per mile. Here's when this promotion could make sense.
U.S. Bank Nerfs the Bank Smartly Card — Here Are Your Best High-Earning Alternatives by Mark Jackson May 14, 2025 0 The U.S. Bank Smartly™ Visa Signature® Card is a nifty product that earns up to 4% cash back on every purchase. However, the issuer recently nerfed this card and made it less rewarding. Here's how these changes impact current cardholders and future applicants.
How Amex Platinum Card Members Can Unlock Complimentary Centurion Lounge Guest Access by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 14, 2025 0 Here’s how to unlock complimentary guest access now that Amex changed the Centurion Lounge guest policy for Platinum-branded Card Members, along with a few alternative options to help you and your guests get into the lounge for as little cash out of pocket as possible.
7 Reasons the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Is the Best Beginner Travel Rewards Card by Erik Paquet and Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 14, 2025 78 The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is the ultimate beginner's travel credit card. With a huge welcome bonus, flexible points, and valuable perks, it’s a smart first step into the world of points and miles. Here's why.
VantageScore Unveils America’s Average Credit Score — Is Your Score Above Average? by Cameron Laufer May 13, 2025 0 VantageScore just unveiled the average credit score for Americans. We highlight the score as well as several ways you can learn about, monitor, and manage your credit score to help earn valuable points and miles.
Earn up to 4X Points on Your Next Accor Hotel Stay With These Promotions by Skye Class May 13, 2025 28 The new Accor summer sale offers up to 35% off eligible stays booked by June 11, 2025. Furthermore, Accor ALL members can earn double points in the Americas, triple points on wellness stays in select countries, or 4X points at new properties worldwide. You can also save 20% when booking through the ALL app.
Stock Up on Hyatt Points With This Limited-Time 20% Bonus Offer by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt May 13, 2025 100 Through July 21, 2024, travelers can snag Hyatt points at a rate of just 2.17¢ per point. Here are some amazing opportunities this promotion opens up — from practical savings on domestic travels to a resort in Bali.
Spirit Airlines Is Upgrading the Guest Experience With New Loyalty Perks, Extra-Legroom Seats, and More by Tyler Glatt May 13, 2025 0 Spirit Airlines is reinvesting in the guest experience in a meaningful way, and brand-new benefits roll out starting as soon as Wednesday, May 13, 2025. Whether you're a frequent Spirit traveler or just book the airline when the price is right, the revamped Free Spirit program is worth a closer look. We’ll walk you through all the updates, introduce the new benefits, and give you a preview of what’s coming to the onboard experience.
It’s Official: Bilt Rewards Adds Japan Airlines as 20th Transfer Partner by Cameron Laufer May 13, 2025 0 Bilt has added Japan Airlines as a 1:1 transfer partner, enabling Bilt members to book flights directly through Japan Airlines Mileage Plan. We look at all the details as well as some examples of JAL flights you can now book thanks to Bilt.
Choice Adds a New Airline Transfer Partner — Here’s the Full List of 15 Choice Privileges Transfer Partners by JT Genter and Sam Helmy May 12, 2025 0 While Marriott Bonvoy is best known for its expansive list of airline transfer partners, Choice Privileges has quietly been building a network of its own. And today, that list has grown once again with the addition of another airline transfer partner. Here's the full list of 15 airline transfer partners, transfer rates, and when it makes sense to transfer your Choice points to airline partners.
Amazon Business American Express Card Review: Up to 3% Back at Amazon.com, AWS, and More by Ian Snyder May 12, 2025 0 With a 3% earning rate on Amazon purchases, the Amazon Business Amex is worth considering if your business shops at Amazon frequently. You’ll also earn this rate on purchases at other Amazon brands and services, including AWS and Whole Foods Market. While the card may be light on extra perks, it does come with a $0 annual fee. But is it right for you?
Best Western Summer Promo: Earn 10K Points Every 3 Nights (Up to 100K Total) by Skye Class and Andrew George Bradshaw May 12, 2025 28 The Best Western summer promotion is out, offering members up to 10,000 bonus points every three nights completed between May 12 and September 1, 2025. Five separate promotions are available for different geographical regions, and members can earn up to 20,000 bonus points in each area - for a potential total of 100,000 bonus points! Here are all the details.
Track Your Progress Toward a Chase Sign-Up Bonus Using This New Account Bonus Tracker by Jenna Hansen May 12, 2025 22 There's enough to worry about these days without worrying about missing a sign-up bonus from a new credit card account. Thanks to Chase’s "New Account Bonus" tracker, it is easier than ever to track your progress. And that's as important as ever with lucrative bonuses currently available.
The 7 Best Credit Cards for Grocery Shopping in 2025 — From Cash Back to Transferable Points by Jess Farley and Tyler Glatt May 11, 2025 45 Using the best credit card for groceries can mean a lot of extra points each year. Here’s our roundup of the seven best cards to maximize your rewards on one of your most consistent monthly expenses.
Check Your United Credit Card Offer: Earn Bonus Miles on Card Spending This Summer by Skye Class May 11, 2025 5 The United Ticket to Miles promotion is back. United credit card holders can earn bonus miles after hitting a minimum spend threshold between May 1 and August 31, 2025. The AwardWallet team has seen offers as high as 10,000 bonus miles! Here are the details and how to see your offer.
Deal Alert: Fly Aer Lingus Business Class to Europe for 45k Alaska Miles (Or Amex Points) by Cameron Laufer May 11, 2025 0 If you want to head to Ireland this summer in style without breaking the bank, we've got just the deal for you. Business class seats on Aer Lingus to Dublin, Shannon, and beyond start at just 45,000 Alaska miles per way, a fraction of what many other programs charge for transatlantic premium cabin flights. Here's an overview of this deal, and how you can take advantage of it even if you don't currently have Alaska miles.
No Status, No Award: Emirates to Restrict First Class Awards to Elite Members Only by Cameron Laufer May 11, 2025 1 Flying Emirates First Class is truly one of the most aspirational award flights. But effective May 12, 2025, booking First Class Classic Rewards will be limited to members with Platinum, Gold, or Silver status. This is a notable development, so here’s what you need to know if you want to fly the airline’s best First Class seats after the new restrictions take effect.
How to Maximize Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for Flights Within North America by JT Genter and Cameron Laufer May 11, 2025 0 Chase Ultimate Rewards points are some of the most valuable points in the rewards ecosystem. U.S. travelers know and love Chase points for their domestic partners (Southwest, United, JetBlue). But you shouldn't overlook Chase's international airline partners when looking for the best deal on domestic flights. Here's a roundup of the cheapest ways to book award flights on Southwest, JetBlue, United, American, Alaska, and Delta using Chase points.
World of Hyatt Tightens Policy for Transferring Awards Between Members by Cameron Laufer June 10, 2025 0 World of Hyatt consistently ranks among the best hotel programs for award travel. Members can also earn valuable rewards like Guest of Honor, Free Night certificates, and Suite Upgrade Awards through credit card spending and Milestone Rewards. Until recently, members could gift an unlimited number of these earned awards to anyone, but that has now changed.
The Best Hotels Near Walt Disney World That You Can Book With Points by Mark Jackson May 10, 2025 0 Walt Disney World has dozens of official hotels, each offering a different mix of perks and amenities. Some include early theme park entry, while others focus on convenient shuttle service. In this guide, we break down the best resorts you can book with points to help you find the option that best fits your travel style and rewards program.
United’s New Business Card Offer Helps You Get Status Faster, With a Waived Annual Fee by Jess Farley May 10, 2025 1 The United Business Card has relaunched with refreshed perks and a lucrative bonus of 75,000 bonus miles and 2,000 PQP. That's enough for United Polaris flight to Europe or multiple domestic getaways, plus a boost toward earning United Premier elite status.
Everything You Need to Know About How to Use the Citi Prestige® Card’s $250 Travel Credit by Ross Denkin and Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 9, 2025 43 Despite not being available to new cardholders, the Citi Prestige® Card still has serious appeal. With features like a fourth night free on hotel stays and 5x bonus categories, this card is incredibly rewarding. One of the best ways to offset the annual fee is its annual $250 travel credit. Here's how to effortlessly maximize this benefit.
Double-Dip on Accor Stays, Air France and KLM Flights with the Miles + Points Partnership by Skye Class May 9, 2025 10 Flying Blue is one of the four Accor airline partners that allow members to double-dip on rewards. With the Flying Blue and Accor Hotels' "Miles + Points" partnership, travelers can earn Accor Live Limitless (ALL) points for Air France–KLM flights and Flying Blue miles for Accor stays. Here's how the partnership works.
How to Top Off Your Marriott Free Night Award Certificate With up to 15,000 Bonvoy Points by Sam Helmy and Jenna Hansen May 9, 2025 1 Marriott lets you top off your Free Night Award night certs (including those earned through co-branded credit cards) with up to 15,000 Bonvoy points. This brings some flexibility when trying to book more expensive hotels or peak nights. This article shows you exactly how it works.
Earn up to 1,000 Bonus Points by Making a Single Purchase Through the Wyndham Shopping Portal by Skye Class May 9, 2025 0 Wyndham Rewards Online Shopping portal has a new promotion for shoppers to earn up to 1,000 bonus points after a single purchase made by May 31, 2025. However, the terms of this promotion mean you'll want to plan your purchases carefully to maximize your bonus. Here's how to take advantage of these easy bonus points and the terms you need to know.
Getting a Small Business Credit Card Is Easier Than You Think — Here’s How to Apply by Tyler Glatt May 9, 2025 3 Business credit cards are handy tools, and almost anyone can apply for one. No matter your hustle, there's a good chance you qualify for a small business card. The process can be overwhelming if you've never applied for a business credit card, so we've broken it down into three easy steps. Here's all you need to know about business cards.