How To Use The Platinum Card® from American Express $200 Hotel Credit by Ajay Jain and Ryan Smith October 20, 2024 1 One of the key benefits to help offset the annual fee of The Platinum Card® from American Express is the $200 in annual credits for hotel bookings. Here's how to use this perk each year, the benefits you can expect to receive when you actually visit the hotel.
American Express Membership Rewards: Complete Guide by Ian Snyder November 3, 2024 2 American Express Membership Rewards is one of the best transferable points currencies among those offered by major banks. Here's a high-level overview of the program to help you understand how to earn and redeem Amex points.
All About the Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards Dining Program by Samantha Holland March 18, 2025 0 Earn extra Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards through the Southwest Dining program. Enrollment is easy and free: Simply link your card, find participating restaurants, and start earning points. With milestone and limited-time bonuses, you'll earn even more points towards your next flight.
Hilton American Express Surpass® Card Review: Quality Perks for a Reasonable Fee by Tyler Glatt October 19, 2024 49 The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card offers some quality perks easily maximized by those who stay at Hilton properties at least a few times per year. Here's an in-depth review of the card's positives and negatives, so you can decide if it's a good addition to your credit card arsenal.
The Best Ways To Use Avios in the Americas by Ian Snyder and Max Prosperi October 19, 2024 8 Although Avios programs are based in Europe and the Middle East, the Avios program goes far beyond the European continent. You can even redeem Avios for travel solely within the Americas. Here are some of the best ways to redeem Avios for flights within the Americas.
Alaska Airlines Unveils Changes to How Upgrades Work Starting in 2025 — Here Are the Details by Tyler Glatt October 18, 2024 0 Alaska announced that it will change how its upgrade waitlist works — and who can upgrade a companion. Here's what you need to know about the soon-to-be refreshed waitlist and an incoming benefit for MVP members.
Do IHG One Rewards Points Expire? by Sam Helmy October 18, 2024 93 Your IHG One Rewards points will expire if you have no activity on your account for 12 months, unless you hold elite status. Here are all of the ways to keep your account active through earning or redeeming IHG One Rewards points — and how to get IHG elite status to avoid having to worry about your IHG points expiring.
New: Redeem AAdvantage Miles for Flagship First Dining Via ‘Enhance With Miles’ by Tyler Glatt October 18, 2024 1 Starting today, you can redeem your American Airlines AAdvantage® miles for one of the airline's most exclusive airport experiences. Through the "Enhance with Miles" program, select elites can redeem miles to access the airline's famed Flagship® First Dining room. Here's how.
Virgin Australia Guts Its Velocity Frequent Flyer Program in a Host of Upcoming Changes by Sam Helmy October 18, 2024 0 Virgin Australia's Velocity Frequent Flyer program announced a massive number of changes to its loyalty program over the next year. Almost every change is negative and will gut the airline's loyalty program. So, what's changing? Let's take a look.
You Can Convert Singapore KrisFlyer Miles to Accor Points and Vice Versa. But Should You? by Skye Class October 17, 2024 0 Got points or miles you can't redeem? You can transfer KrisFlyer miles to Accor and Accor points to Singapore KrisFlyer. But is this something you should take advantage of? Let's take a look.
How To Combine Your Iberia Plus and Vueling Club Avios To Book Awards With Either Airline by Sam Helmy October 17, 2024 0 Iberia and Vueling announced the introduction of a combined Avios wallet. The new feature allows you to combine all your respective Avios in one place. After linking, you can use your Avios to book awards with either airline. So, why does this matter — and how do you link your accounts? Let's take a look.
Passport Stolen or Expired? Tips and Tricks to Get an Expedited Passport by Lauren Wynn October 17, 2024 0 Got upcoming travel but your passport is lost, stolen, or expired? Here are tips from a traveler who's been through this process several times in the past year, between having her passport stolen to helping friends save a trip. Here's how to get an expedited passport in as little as under 24 hours, what you need to bring to your passport agency appointment, how to schedule an appointment and important things to consider when applying.
The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express Review: 2x Points With No Annual Fee by Senitra Horbrook and Jess Farley October 16, 2024 32 The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express is one of the most rewarding business cards available. While you won't find a ton of benefits on the card, it has one of the best earning structures — plus access to Amex's hotel and airline transfer partners.
Alaska Airlines Making Big Changes to Mileage Earning Rates on Partners (Up to 75% Decrease) by Tyler Glatt October 16, 2024 0 Starting in 2025, Alaska Airlines will make changes to how you earn on partner flights. Depending on where you book, these changes might be entirely negative. Here's why.
Alaska Adds New Ways to Earn Elite Status, Slash Benefits in Mileage Plan Program Overhaul by JT Genter October 16, 2024 0 Alaska just unveiled an overhaul to its Mileage Plan mileage program for 2025. While elite status tiers and requirements are staying intact, how you'll earn Mileage Plan elite status and the benefits of that status are all being overhauled. Buckle up. There are a bunch of changes to cover — both positive and negative.
Ghosts, Ghouls, and Points: The 7 Best Haunted Hotels You Can Book With Points by Brie Bash and Toni Southam October 16, 2024 28 Halloween is nearly upon us, and all the spooky feels are in the air. And what’s better than spending your All Hallow’s Eve at a haunted hotel? Doing it with points, of course! Here's a list of seven haunted hotels you can book with points.
Enroll to Earn 250 Bonus AAdvantage Miles, Plus 3X Miles and Loyalty Points on Shell Purchases by Skye Class October 15, 2024 1 One of the easiest ways to earn American Airlines miles is by signing up for the Shell Fuel Rewards® program and filling up your tank. Through October 3, 2026, new members can earn 250 bonus miles, which comes on top of the miles and credit card points you'll earn when visiting the gas station. Here are the details.
SkyTeam Partners With Eurostar and Trenitalia To Create an Intermodal Transportation Network by Sam Helmy October 15, 2024 2 The SkyTeam alliance announced partnerships with two European rail operators to create an intermodal transportation network. Sometime in 2025, SkyTeam's partnerships with Eurostar and Trenitalia will be implemented, including with elite status perks coming. Here's what we know so far about SkyTeam's newest partners.
How To Search and Book Award Flights Using British Airways Avios by Ian Snyder and Samantha Holland April 3, 2025 84 British Airways Avios provide incredible value if you know how to redeem them. Beyond flights with British Airways itself, Avios can also be used to book award travel on 20+ partner airlines across the globe. In this guide, we'll show you how to find Avios award availability and redeem your Avios for maximum value.
The Top 10 IHG Hotel and Resort Redemptions for Luxury Stays by Andrew George Bradshaw and Toni Southam October 14, 2024 20 When thinking of luxurious hotels, IHG probably isn't the first brand to come to mind. But IHG shouldn't be ignored when planning your dream trip, as it has its share of amazing properties around the world. Here are some of the best redemptions we found by looking at AwardWallet members' recent redemptions.
No-Annual-Fee Cards Are Not No-Fee Cards. Here’s Why. by Ryan Smith and Scott Sikes October 13, 2024 1 No one likes paying extra fees; it feels like extra fees are everywhere. That means many people try to avoid them. And maybe you don't want to pay annual fees on credit cards. Here's why you should be careful of discussions about "no fee" credit cards.
Airline Award Ticket Change and Cancellation Policies by Ian Snyder October 21, 2024 44 It’s often necessary to book award flights months in advance to secure your seat. With such a long period between the date you book and the date you fly, it’s easy for your plans to change. In case you need to adjust your ticket, here's a list of award ticket change and cancellation policies and the fees you can expect to pay.
Do British Airways Avios Expire? by Sam Helmy April 3, 2025 49 British Airways has a generous Avios expiration policy. Compared to many airlines, you have longer than normal, and there are plenty of different ways to keep your BA Avios balance active. Here's all you need to know.
Save the Date: Bank of America More Rewards Day on November 7 — Earn an Extra 2X Points, Miles or Cash Back by Skye Class May 1, 2025 7 On November 7, 2024, Bank of America cards will be more rewarding than normal. Here's what you need to know about Bank of America's More Rewards Day and which cards are eligible.
How To Maximize Fixed-Value Points & Miles in 2024 by Ian Snyder April 10, 2025 114 Fixed-value points and miles don’t get nearly as much attention as their transferable counterparts, but they form an essential part of any solid points-and-miles strategy. In this post, we cover our favorite types of fixed-value points and how to decide when to use them.
Copa Airlines ConnectMiles: A Guide To Earning and Redeeming Miles, Earning Elite Status, and More by Brie Bash October 12, 2024 0 Copa Airlines ConnectMiles is a valuable program you might not know much about. In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about Copa Airlines ConnectMiles, including its advantages, airline partners, elite status, and how to earn and use ConnectMiles.
Synchrony Premier Mastercard Review: 2% Cash Back on Every Purchase, No Annual Fee by Ashley Onadele October 12, 2024 0 The Synchrony Premier World Mastercard is a cash-back card that earns an unlimited 2% back on all purchases. There are no special earning categories to keep track of, and your cash-back rewards are automatically applied to your balance as a statement credit each month. The card also gives access to Mastercard Travel & Lifestyle Services, Mastercard Global Service, and Mastercard Priceless experiences. Here's our full Synchrony Premier Mastercard review.
American Express® Green Card Losing Key Lounge Benefit in 2025 by Brie Bash January 14, 2025 0 Folks holding an American Express® Green Card may be disappointed to learn that they are losing an important benefit in 2025. That's because as of January 13, members will no longer receive the annual LoungeBuddy credit. Here’s what you need to know about this benefit change.
Chase Sapphire Reserve® Cardholders Can Now Access Select Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges by Sam Helmy October 11, 2024 2 If you've got the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, we've got good news. Chase has improved the lounge access benefits attached to the Sapphire Reserve. Effective immediately, cardholders can access select Air Canada Maple Leaf lounges. Here's what you need to know.
