Amex to Open a Brand-New Centurion Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in 2026 by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea July 8, 2025 1 American Express has unveiled plans to open a brand-new Centurion Lounge® at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in 2026, bringing its signature premium experience to one of Europe’s busiest and most connected hubs. Once open, it will become just the third Centurion Lounge location in Europe. Here’s everything we know so far.
Earn 25,000 Bonus Marriott Points on Vacations by Marriott Packages by Skye Class July 8, 2025 1 Marriott Bonvoy members can earn 25,000 bonus points for eligible vacation packages in Latin America, Mexico, and the Caribbean booked by July 31, 2025. To earn these bonus points, book a vacation package that includes a stay of five or more nights at a participating Marriott property and complete the trip by December 31, 2025.
Best Cards for Amazon Purchases — Earn up to 6% Cash Back During Prime Day by Ryan Smith July 8, 2025 1 If you're shopping on Amazon, you might as well use the right credit card to maximize your earnings. Options exist for extra points or putting cash back in your pocket. Whatever type of rewards you're looking for, using the right payment method can help you maximize the Amazon deals you've found and provide extra earnings along the way.
Best-Ever Deal on Copa ConnectMiles: Buy Miles With up to a 100% Bonus (1.5¢ Each) by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt July 8, 2025 3 Through July 31, 2025, you can buy Copa Airlines ConnectMiles with up to a 100% bonus. This new offer allows members to buy ConnectMiles for as little as 1.5¢ each, which is the best rate we've ever seen for buying Copa miles. Combining that purchase rate with Copa's appealing partner award chart can score some excellent deals when buying Copa miles. Here are the details.
Amazon Prime Day Is Live — Here Are 9 of My Favorite Travel Products on Sale Now by JT Genter July 8, 2025 4 Amazon Prime Day is here! That makes now a great time to pick up some travel supplies, whether you're planning on traveling this summer or gearing up for a trip next year. Here are 9 of our favorite travel items that are on sale now.
How to Earn and Redeem Marriott Points While Glamping at Postcard Cabins by Skye Class July 8, 2025 1 In 2024, Marriott announced an acquisition of Postcard Cabins, a network of luxury glamping cabins across the U.S. All 29 Postcard Cabins locations are now bookable exclusively through Marriott, allowing Bonvoy members to both earn and redeem points for these stays. Here’s what to know.
New Etihad and Vietnam Airlines Partnership Lets You Earn and Redeem Miles on Both Airlines by Sam Helmy July 8, 2025 0 Etihad Airways and Vietnam Airlines have announced a new loyalty partnership between their respective programs. The partnership took effect on July 1, 2025, and from that date on, members can earn and redeem points on one airline through the other’s loyalty program. Here's what to know about this new partnership.
Etihad Updated Its Convoluted Award Cancellation Policy — Here’s How It Works Now by Tyler Glatt July 8, 2025 1 Ever since making changes to its Guest loyalty program in early 2024, Etihad has held the title of having the most punitive award cancellation policy in award travel. The airline arguably still holds that title today, even after a few minor adjustments rolled out recently. Here’s what you need to know about Etihad’s award cancellation policy and how it works.
Amex to LifeMiles Transfer Bonus — Book United From 9k Points, Business Class to Europe for 48k Points by JT Genter and Tyler Glatt July 7, 2025 23 Through July 31, 2025, LifeMiles is offering a 15% transfer bonus on all transfers from Amex Membership Rewards to LifeMiles. If you need to book a Star Alliance award ticket, this transfer bonus is a fantastic opportunity to save thousands of points. Here are the details.
Use This Promo Code To Save Up to 50% on Southwest Rapid Rewards Bookings by Tyler Glatt July 7, 2025 28 Southwest Airlines is offering a new promo code for up to 50% off the base fare of one-way or round-trip Basic and Wanna Get Away Plus bookings made with cash or Rapid Rewards points. This offer is available for new reservations made by July 10, 2025, for travel between the continental U.S., Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and more. Here's the promo code to use.
Easy Points: Earn 750 Qatar Airways Avios on Your Next Hilton Stay by Skye Class July 7, 2025 1 Hilton Honors and Qatar Privilege Club members can earn 750 Avios on a single Hilton stay through September 30, 2025. With this offer, you can double-dip by earning both Hilton Honors points and Avios on your next stay. Here’s what you need to know.
Buy Wyndham Rewards Points With up to a 60% Bonus (0.81¢ Each) by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter July 7, 2025 71 Wyndham Rewards is offering a promotion to buy points at an excellent rate. Wyndham cardholders can buy points from 0.81¢ or 0.87¢ each if you don't have a Wyndham credit card. That means you can buy enough points to redeem a free night from just $65. Here's how to utilize this promotion before it ends on August 6, 2025.
Get Choice Privileges Status Through 2026 by Completing a Free Status Match by Skye Class and JT Genter July 7, 2025 9 Choice Hotels has expanded its portfolio through the acquisition of Radisson Americas and a partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts. If you're giving the Choice Privileges rewards program a fresh look, consider a status match now to get status through the end of 2026.
Accor ALL Promotions: Earn up to 4X Points on Your Next Stay, Plus Bonus Points for Peloton Workouts by Skye Class July 7, 2025 28 Planning an Accor stay and want to make it cheaper — or simply more rewarding? The newest Accor promotions include earning up to triple points at Novotel properties in the Americas, or double points at participating SO/, SLS, and Mondrian properties. Furthermore, Accor ALL members can earn double points in the Americas or 4X points at new properties worldwide.
Pay Less to Stream More: The Best Cards for Streaming Services in 2025 by Ashley Onadele and Carissa Rawson July 7, 2025 1 Credit cards have great expanded their partner offerings, and one such move taps into the growing market for streaming services. The right credit card should earn bonus points or offer spending credits to offset your subscription costs. Here are the best credit cards for streaming services.
Southwest Cardholders: Check if You’re Targeted to Earn up to 20k Bonus Points on Eligible Spending by Skye Class and Tyler Glatt July 6, 2025 18 Southwest Rapid Rewards credit cardholders are being targeted to earn 25% bonus points after spending $3,000 through September 30, 2025. Here are the details and how to register for this quarterly promotion.
Aeroplan’s Point Expiration Pause Ends Soon — Here’s How to Keep Your Points Alive by Sam Helmy July 6, 2025 77 Air Canada Aeroplan has a complex points expiration policy, and although your points can expire, there are several exemptions. Here is all you need to know about keeping your Air Canada Aeroplan points active.
How to Maximize Bank of America Credit Card Approvals (and Avoid Common Pitfalls) by Ryan Flanigan July 6, 2025 4 Bank of America has a solid portfolio of cash-back and miles-earning credit cards. For those looking to earn significant rewards, there is great value to be had. But, can you just dive right in and quickly open every card the bank offers to get all the welcome bonuses? Unfortunately, the answer is no. So what are the rules for getting Bank of America credit cards? Let us show you.
From Tokyo to Iceland: The Best Ways to Redeem Your JetBlue TrueBlue Points for Excellent Value by Ian Snyder and Tyler Glatt July 6, 2025 10 JetBlue points aren’t just for JetBlue. In fact, some of the best TrueBlue redemptions come from booking partner airlines — like Japan Airlines or Qatar Airways — where you can get 3 cents or more in value per point. We’ll show you the sweet spots that make your JetBlue stash go further.
Marriott Members: Enroll to Get a Month of Super Duolingo for Free by Skye Class July 6, 2025 0 Marriott Bonvoy members have a unique chance to claim a complimentary month of Super Duolingo. It’s a great opportunity to start learning a new language or continue your studies with extra support. Here's how to claim your free month.
Now’s the Perfect Time To Status Match to Alaska Airlines — Get Elite Status Through December 2026 by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson July 6, 2025 4 Provided you hold an eligible elite status tier with one of eight eligible airlines, you can initiate a status match to Alaska Airlines and get complimentary Mileage Plan status for three months. And with the right amount of qualifying flight activity, you can extend your status through the end of 2026. Here's how.
Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card Review: Lots of Perks for a Modest Annual Fee by Senitra Horbrook and Ian Snyder July 5, 2025 2 With a reasonable annual fee, a free checked bag when flying Delta, 15% discount on Delta awards, and priority boarding, travelers have a lot to like about the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card. Here's our review of a card that arguably deserves a place in every Delta traveler's wallet.
Southwest Cardholders Can Earn 2X Companion Pass-Qualifying Points This Quarter — Here’s How by Skye Class and Tyler Glatt July 5, 2025 0 The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the best perks Rapid Rewards members can earn. And now, Southwest is making it even easier to get the pass by offering quarterly spending categories for Rapid Rewards cardholders. Here are the details for Q3.
Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Guide: How to Earn Status, Skip the Counter, and Get Upgrades by Max Prosperi July 5, 2025 1 Hertz Gold Plus Rewards is one of the better rental car loyalty programs. The program offers perks like skipping the rental counter, guaranteed upgrades for elite members, and elite status that is easy to earn. Members can choose between earning Hertz points for free rentals or accruing airline and hotel points with partner programs. Here's how the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program works, how to maximize its value, and why it might deserve a spot alongside your preferred airline and hotel loyalty programs.
After 8 Years, 74 Countries, and 848 Flights: What It Really Costs to Live as a Digital Nomad by JT Genter July 4, 2025 20 Eight years ago this week, my wife Katie and I took off on our first flight as digital nomads. Eight years later, we are still traveling the world full-time with no plans to stop. Thanks to points and miles, we've been able to travel full-time for a lot less than we ever imagined. Here's a recap of how much we've traveled in the past eight years — and how we paid for it.
Alaska Mileage Plan Adds Redemptions on Porter Airlines — Fly to Canada From 4.5k Miles Each Way! by Mark Jackson July 4, 2025 1 Alaska Mileage Plan members can now book awards on Porter Airlines using Alaska miles. The partnership between Porter and Alaska kicked off in late 2023, but until now, it hasn't been possible to book award travel on the airline using Alaska miles. Let's dig into the details of this new redemption partner and see if it makes sense for your future travels to and from Canada.
Sapphire Reserve Business vs. Business Platinum: Which Card Offers Better Value for Your Business? by Tyler Glatt July 4, 2025 1 If you’re deciding on a premium business card, two great options are The Business Platinum Card® from American Express and the Sapphire Reserve for Business℠. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of their key benefits to help you choose the best fit for your business.
Top Credit Card Offers for July 2025: 21 Welcome Bonuses Worth Over $1,000 by JT Genter July 4, 2025 18 Each month, the AwardWallet editorial team assembles the top credit card offers that are currently available. The welcome offer — adjusted for how much the points are worth — gets the most weight. However, we consider each card's long-term value, application restrictions, and take into account how much spending is required to capture the full bonus. Here are our top rewards card offers for July 2025 and why each made the list.
Delta Ending Partnership With ITA Airways Soon — What It Means for SkyMiles Members by Mark Jackson July 4, 2025 1 Delta and ITA Airways are officially cutting ties this fall, meaning no more SkyMiles earnings, elite perks, or award redemptions on ITA flights. If you’re planning European travel this summer, you can still take advantage of the partnership — but time is running out. Here's what travelers need to know and the deadline for using Delta miles on ITA Airways.
