9th Annual Chicago Seminars – Maximize Your Points & Miles by Howie Rappaport September 17, 2018 15 If you're looking to meet with hundreds of like-minded points and miles enthusiasts; this is the event. The Chicago Seminars is the longest event dedicated to points and miles enthusiasts. The 9th year of this annual event will take place Friday, October 19 through Sunday, October 21.
Marriott Gold and Platinum Status Challenge by Sam Helmy September 17, 2018 8 Marriott has announced a status match challenge; very similar to the Starwood status challenge from last year. This time around the match requires 8 or 16 stays, which is lower than the 9 or 18 stays needed for the SPG challenge. Unfortunately, there is no link to the offer, and you will have to call up to register.
Updated Terms for Approvals and Signup Bonuses with Sapphire Credit Cards by Sam Helmy September 16, 2018 9 Chase has updated the offer details and approval requirements for its Sapphire family of cards. In Summary: If you have any card in the Sapphire product family or have received a new cardmember bonus from those cards in the past 48 months you're not eligible to be approved for another Sapphire family card. If you currently hold a Sapphire credit card you may be eligible to change the Sapphire card you have to a different card, but you will not receive a new cardmember bonus if you change cards.
Increased Transfer Ratio of ThankYou® Points to JetBlue TrueBlue by Sam Helmy September 16, 2018 15 The transfer ratio of Citi ThankYou® Points to JetBlue TrueBlue rewards has improved as of September 13, 2018. Citi has different transfer ratios depending on the credit card you hold. Ratios have increased across all cards although the percentage is not the same.
6,000 Accor Hotels Bonus Points For 3 Stays This Fall by Sam Helmy September 15, 2018 11 Accor Hotels has announced a promotion where you will receive up to 6,000 point bonus for completing three stays. The promotion is valid for stays through January 14, 2019; however, bookings for the promotion must be made prior to October 7, 2018.
New Priority Pass Restaurant Added At Helsinki Airport by Sam Helmy September 12, 2018 14 The Priority Pass restaurant addition show keeps on rolling, with the addition of the Fly Inn restaurant at Helsinki Vantaa airport, currently bringing the total number of Priority Pass establishments at the airport to three.
Earn Double Points with Amtrak by Sam Helmy September 11, 2018 27 Amtrak has announced a promotion awarding you double points for travel between September 17, and November 17, 2018. You need to register for the “Double Days” promotion, and earning is capped to 4 qualifying segments each day.
Priority Pass Increases the Price of Lounge Visits (Amex Only) – Doesn’t Matter! by Sam Helmy September 4, 2018 25 Priority Pass announced in an email to members that the price of chargeable lounge visits through their Priority Pass membership associated with their American Express card is increasing to $32 per visit as of October 1, 2018. This represents an 18.5% increase on the current cost of a lounge visit of $27. That said, this, in theory, is a non-issue for many people. This is only an issue if you exceed the complimentary guest benefit of your card.
Quadruple Dip (4x) Rewards with Sephora Beauty Insider by Kristina Caetano September 3, 2018 25 Here's an easy way to quadruple dip on rewards earning. With one shopping trip, you can earn points and miles across four different rewards programs. This technique is also a great way to ensure your miles don't expire.
