Join, Dine, Earn: Score up to 7,000 Bonus Miles by Joining These Airline Dining Programs by Skye Class December 29, 2025 74 Did you know that you can earn airline miles just by going out to restaurants — and not just by using a co-branded card? Many airlines offer dining rewards programs where you can get rewarded each time you dine at an eligible restaurant. And lots of these programs are offering new member bonuses. Here's an overview.
Last Deal of the Year on Buying United MileagePlus Miles: Get an 85% Bonus Through December 31 by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt January 1, 2026 204 If you're short the United MileagePlus miles necessary to book your next trip, there's a new sale on United miles that can help you restock your account. Through December 31, 2025, MileagePlus members can get up to an 85% bonus, which drops the effective cost to as low as 2.03¢ per mile. Here are the details.
JetBlue Vacations Discounts: Save up to 40% and Get More Than $125 in Additional Perks by Skye Class December 29, 2025 0 It's a great time to consider booking a vacation package through JetBlue. Travelers can save up to 40% off eligible routes booked by January 4, 2026, and get $125 or more in "VIP" perks at select resorts until the end of the year. Here are details about JetBlue Vacations and the current promotions.
How to Maximize the New Chase Sapphire Reserve® Apple Perks by Andrew Kunesh December 29, 2025 0 Chase added a slew of new features to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card when it was refreshed in 2025. Two of these new perks are complimentary subscriptions to Apple Music and Apple TV+, which can give you over $200 in value every year. Here's what you need to know about these benefits.
Earn 75,000 Bonus Miles With the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card by Tyler Glatt December 29, 2025 3 The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is offering new applicants 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Here’s everything you need to know about this card and how to apply for this best-ever welcome bonus.
Now’s the Time to Make 5% Category Choices on U.S. Bank Cash+ Card for Q1 2026 by Sam Helmy and JT Genter December 29, 2025 65 U.S. Bank bonus earning categories for the U.S. Bank Cash+® Visa Signature® Card are open for enrollment for October to December 2025. What makes the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa unique in comparison to similar cards? You get to choose the bonus categories! Here's how to do so and which categories you can choose from.
The Latest British Airways Avios Devaluation Is Live — Here’s What the New Pricing Looks Like by Harrison Pierce and Cameron Laufer December 28, 2025 2 British Airways has increased both the number of Avios required for a redemption and the taxes and fees you'll pay on that redemption. While disappointing, it's not entirely surprising. Luckily, the price increase seems manageable, at least for now. Here's what you need to know.
Earn More Points With the Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Dining Program by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea December 28, 2025 1 The Atmos Rewards Dining Program lets you earn additional points to get closer to your next award redemption with your every dining purchase at participating restaurants. Here's all you need to know about the program so you can take advantage of it.
How to Earn Hilton Honors Points: Stays, Cards, Partners, and More by Tyler Glatt and Ross Denkin December 28, 2025 24 Hilton makes earning points incredibly easy. Sign up for co-branded credit cards and stack hotel stays, promotions, and credit card spend to earn tons of Hilton Honors points. Or, take advantage of Hilton's many partnerships outside of hotel stays to earn bonus points even when you aren't traveling. We examine all of the ways to earn Hilton Honors points in this post.
Is It Better to Earn AAdvantage® Miles or Cash From Your Savings? by JT Genter December 28, 2025 82 Bask has extended its offer to earn 10,000 AAdvantage® bonus miles when you open a new Bask Mileage Savings Account. On top of this excellent bonus for new customers, savers can earn 2 miles per dollar saved annually — which may be a far better value than earning interest through a traditional savings account. In this post, we'll show you how to use your miles and help you decide if you're better off earning cash interest or miles from your savings.
Where Flying Blue Shines: Best Redemptions on Air France, KLM & Partners by Ian Snyder and Samantha Holland December 28, 2025 47 We explore the Air France–KLM frequent flyer program, taking a look at some interesting Flying Blue award sweet spots. Flying Blue is a valuable program given its relationship with all six flexible rewards programs: American Express Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou®, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Capital One, Marriott Bonvoy, and Bilt.
Set and Track Goals Using AwardWallet by Dan Miller December 27, 2025 0 Working toward a particular mileage goal to book an award flight or hotel stay? You can set and track a points or miles goal for your accounts, helping you to see how close you are to your next big redemption.
Hilton Aspire Card Review: Top-Tier Perks on a Top-Tier Card by Carissa Rawson and Gabriela Milton December 27, 2025 50 The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card is the star of Hilton’s co-branded lineup of cards from American Express. With annual perks including hundreds of dollars in resort and airline credits plus the ability to earn multiple free nights, it offers more than just Hilton Honors™ Diamond Status. Is it the right card for you? Our review will help you answer that question.
Bilt Rent Week January 2026: Amazon and Rent Credit Redemption Bonuses, 10X Points, and More by Skye Class January 2, 2026 13 The first Bilt Rent Day of 2026 is upon us. Or, should we say, Bilt Rent Week. During Rent Week, targeted Bilt members will receive redemption bonuses for Amazon and rent credits, and all Bilt members can earn 10X Points on Home Delivery orders — with free shipping. Here’s how to get the most out of this promotion.
Sweet Spots with United Airlines MileagePlus Awards by Ross Denkin December 27, 2025 4 Check out the sweet spots of the United Airlines MileagePlus program. Whether domestic or international, United miles help travelers see more places using fewer miles. With economy and business class sweet spots, United miles have a use however you like to fly. Additionally, United miles are easy to come by and can be accumulated quickly. Here's a rundown of your options.
The Best Credit Cards for College Students in 2026 by Max Prosperi and Tyler Glatt December 26, 2025 0 If you're a college student thinking about getting a credit card, this is the place to start. We've curated a list of the top credit card offers for college students to help you meet your travel and financial goals. No matter where you are on your credit journey, this post has recommendations for every step along the way.
Marriott Elites Can Claim Singapore Elite Status, Earn Star Alliance Gold With Just Four Flights by Ryan Smith and Harrison Pierce December 26, 2025 3 There are plenty of ways to earn elite status with your favorite hotel or airline without meeting a spending requirement or completing a minimum number of nights or flights. In a somewhat unique partnership, you can status match your Marriott Bonvoy elite status to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer — or match in the opposite direction if you have KrisFlyer status. Here's what to know.
JetBlue and Japan Airlines to Terminate Partnership — Here’s the Last Day to Book Awards by Tyler Glatt December 26, 2025 0 JetBlue’s partnership with Japan Airlines is coming to an end. Earlier this year, AwardWallet was the first to notice that JetBlue began offering award flights on Japan Airlines bookable with TrueBlue points. However, the partnership won’t even make it to its first anniversary before officially ending for good. Here's what to know.
How to Get National Executive Status for Free With Select Amex Cards by Sam Helmy December 26, 2025 19 Holders of several American Express Credit Cards can use their card membership to receive complimentary National Executive Status. Here is all you need to know about this Amex card perk.
From Movie Tickets to Secret Concerts: Other Ways To Redeem Virgin Points by Ross Denkin December 26, 2025 0 Beyond just flights, Virgin Atlantic offers members many other redemptions options for maximizing points. Virgin Red, the joint rewards program for all Virgin products and services, provides members many avenues for redeeming points, including entertainment, food and drink, charitable causes, and more.
How to Use the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve Business $500 Annual The Edit Hotel Credit by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea December 25, 2025 5 The Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ each offer an up-to-$500 a year The Edit hotel statement credit. Here's what you need to know about the credit, which cards include it and, most importantly, how to use it for full value.
A Guide to the Lyft Business Rewards Program by Mark Jackson December 25, 2025 0 Lyft Business Rewards is a surprisingly lucrative program aimed at small businesses. It simplifies billing, but even more importantly, it delivers real value back to users. Between bonus Lyft Cash and better Atmos Rewards points earning, it makes sense to pay attention to this program for your rideshare needs.
The Best Ways To Earn JetBlue Points by Ian Snyder December 25, 2025 33 JetBlue might not have the massive route network of a legacy carrier but, its TrueBlue frequent flyer program offers great value for a revenue-based loyalty program. You can redeem TrueBlue points on any JetBlue flight with paid seats available, letting you enjoy the unique in-flight service offered by the carrier. While it's easy to redeem points, it's also quite easy to earn JetBlue points. Here are the best ways earn with the airline.
Emirates Partners With Starlink, Passengers to Get Free Wi-Fi By 2027 by Skye Class December 25, 2025 0 To continue to maintain its rankings as one of the best airlines in the world, Emirates is currently undergoing a massive fleet refurbishment, including the installation of high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi. Until that happens, eligible Skywards members have access to free internet or chatting, while all travelers can purchase Wi-Fi packages. Here are the details of what's currently available, and the timeline for the Starlink rollout.
Alaska Airlines to Debut New Earning Charts for Select Flights Booked Through Partners in 2026 by Anthony Cave December 24, 2025 0 Starting in 2026, booking a premium cabin flight directly through a partner airline’s website will earn you significantly more Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards points than it does today. Here's just how much more you'll earn in these cabins.
Paying Tuition With Credit Cards: When It’s Worth It and Which Cards Are the Most Rewarding by Tyler Glatt and Cameron Laufer December 24, 2025 3 College tuition is a huge expense, which presents a lucrative opportunity for those looking to earn additional points, miles, or cash back with credit cards. But is it a good idea? Here are some considerations you'll want to make before paying with a credit card, plus some cards you should use.
USAA Preferred Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: Earn Unlimited 1.5% Cash Back on Purchases by Ashley Onadele and Gabriela Milton December 24, 2025 0 The Preferred Cash Rewards Credit Card earns 1.5% cash back on all purchases. Cardholders also get a $200 auto deductible reimbursement when they make at least eight purchases with the card in the previous calendar month. Travel protections can also be found on this card that's only available to USAA members.
Aeroplan Extends HotelSavers Fourth Night Free Cardholder Benefit Through 2026 by Sam Helmy and Harrison Pierce December 24, 2025 0 The Air Canada Aeroplan HotelSavers program lets you use your points to book hotels stays with up to a 30% discount at 35+ hotels brands worldwide. Furthermore, if you hold a Aeroplan co-branded credit card, you can receive a fourth night free on your award bookings through December 31, 2026. But is it worth it? Let's see.
Bilt’s New Real-Time Award Search Makes Comparing Redemptions Easier by Harrison Pierce December 24, 2025 0 Bilt just added an award flight search feature to the Bilt travel portal. When you search for a flight, you'll now be able to view the revenue fare, how many Bilt points you'd need to book through the portal, and how many points you'd need to transfer to an airline partner. As of now, this is available for British Airways and Iberia award flights, but it will hopefully roll out to more partners in 2026. Here's what to know.
Happy Festivus: AwardWallet Team Members Air Their Grievances and Share Feats of Strength by AwardWallet December 23, 2025 1 Happy Festivus! The Seinfeld-popularized holiday is celebrated each year on December 23, and it comes with a few time-honored traditions: a Festivus pole, feats of strength, and the Airing of Grievances. So, we gathered the AwardWallet team around a virtual Festivus pole to air our grievances about the most frustrating developments of the year, but also celebrate the redemptions, wins, and clever strategies we’re most proud of.
