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Earn Up to 100K LifeMiles With These Limited-Time Avianca Credit Card Offers

December 27, 2024

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Avianca offers two credit cards for U.S. applicants. And by applying for a co-branded LifeMiles card, you can earn up to 100,000 bonus miles after meeting the minimum spending requirements. Here's an overview of these limited-time offers.

Bad Flight or Subpar Stay? Here’s How To Get Fair Compensation From Airlines and Hotels

by Skye Class and Jess Farley

December 27, 2024

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Exploring the beauty of a foreign country, flying to exotic locales in luxury, sampling outlandish foods, and opening yourself up to new experiences are the best parts of travel. However, reality can sometimes fall short of our expectations, and there are valid situations when travelers need reimbursement. If you've wondered how to get fair compensation for a bad hotel stay or a problematic flight, follow these nine steps.

Stretch Your IHG Points Further: 12 Best Redemptions Under 25k Points Per Night

by Tyler Glatt

December 26, 2024

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IHG may be best known for its Holiday Inn Express hotels, but the hotel chain has plenty more to offer. If you're looking to stretch your IHG One Rewards points, here are 12 low-priced but high-value properties where AwardWallet users have gotten at least 0.93 cents per point in value.

Family Points Pooling: Combine Miles for Faster Free Travel

by Jenna Hansen and Kennedy Miller

December 26, 2024

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Family pooling lets you combine miles into one account, making it easier for families (and sometimes friends) to reach award redemptions faster. Many airlines and hotel programs offer this for free, helping groups travel together using shared points. Here’s how pooling miles can bring your family closer to their next trip.

Spirit Airlines Free Spirit Guide: Earning Miles, Elite Perks, and More

by Brie Bash and Ross Denkin

February 1, 2025

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Spirit Airlines is known for low fares and minimal frills, but its Free Spirit loyalty program offers surprising value. Members earn points based on spending, with opportunities to unlock elite status and rewards. Here’s a quick guide to maximizing points, perks, and benefits with Spirit’s budget-friendly program.

Maximize Your Singapore KrisFlyer Miles: 6 Award Chart Sweet Spots Worth Checking Out

by Ashley Onadele

December 25, 2024

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When you think of Singapore Airlines, the first thing that might come to mind is the extravagant Suites Class featured on its Airbus A380. While Singapore's Suites are indeed fabulous (along with the standard first-class product and its business-class product on most aircraft), Singapore Airlines' award chart has other great redemptions too.

When Do Hilton Honors Points Expire?

by Sam Helmy

April 22, 2025

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If you have a large balance of Hilton points, you should know when and how Hilton points can expire. Here's what you need to know, including how to track your Hilton points expiration with AwardWallet and how to extend the expiration date on your Hilton points.

Alaska Miles Value: Guide To Understanding and Maximizing Your Travel Rewards

by Tyler Glatt

July 15, 2025

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Of all the airline miles you can earn — and there's a lot — Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles are some of the most valuable. From aspirational business-class redemptions on international airlines to short-hop partner awards, Alaska miles go far. Here's everything you'll ever need to know about the value of Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles.

How To Add a Stopover on a Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Award Ticket

by Ian Snyder

December 24, 2024

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After some recent devaluations, Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles doesn't offer quite the bang it once did for your buck. On program aspect you may not be aware of, though, is the ability to build in a stopover on an award ticket. Here we detail when and how you can book a Miles & Smiles stopover, plus all the ways you can amass miles.

Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card Review: The Perks Pay You To Keep the Card

by Dan Miller and Ian Snyder

December 24, 2024

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Southwest Airlines offers three personal credit cards with varying benefits and annual fees. Sitting at the top of the bunch is the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card. While its $229 annual fee might sound intimidating, we'll show how the Southwest Priority Card's benefits more than make up for its cost.

Save Up to 25% on Eligible Hertz Rentals With These Two Promotions

by Skye Class

December 24, 2024

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Are you planning a road trip or need a car rental over the New Year? Hertz is running two promotions that can help you save up to 25% on the base rate of your next rental. Here are the promo codes you need to book with.

How Far in Advance Can You Book Airline Award Tickets? Our Full Guide With Data Points for 50 Airlines.

by Ian Snyder

December 23, 2024

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Finding award availability can be a challenge on its own, but knowing how far in advance award space becomes available and which miles can book at what time can make things even more confusing. We address all that here, including strategies to maximize the likelihood of snagging the seat you want. We provide the booking window for all major carriers' loyalty programs as a great reference.

Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card vs Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Which Is Right for You?

by Scott Sikes

December 22, 2024

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The Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card are two excellent cards that each have excellent bonus offers, great points earning opportunities, multiple ways to redeem points, nice extra perks and low annual fees. Which one is the best card for you?

Do Virgin Points Expire? Virgin Atlantic Points Expiration Policy Explained

by Sam Helmy

December 22, 2024

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The Virgin Group has a very generous points expiration policy. The policy allows you to focus and get the best value for your earned points instead of worrying about using points before they expire.

Got an Amex Platinum Card? Here’s How to Claim Free Pawp Telehealth Support for Your Pet

by Skye Class

December 21, 2024

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A unique benefit has appeared for those with The Platinum Card® from American Express who have pets. Through the enrollment-required monthly Walmart+ statement credit benefit, Card Members can enroll in Pawp telehealth support, providing 24/7 guidance on how to care for their pets. Here are the details.

Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card Review: Modest Benefits for No Annual Fee

by Dan Miller and Brie Bash

December 21, 2024

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The Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card is the entry-level Delta co-branded card from American Express. Despite charging no annual fee, the card comes with a decent welcome bonus and 2x earning rates on eligible Delta purchases and restaurants. Here's a full look at the card.

Everything You Need to Know About the British Airways Award Seat Guarantee

by Sam Helmy

December 21, 2024

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British Airways offers a minimum award seat guarantee, giving members a minimum number of award seats on every flight depending on the route type. Here's an overview of this guarantee, including when British Airways

You Can Use Hilton Points for Amazon Purchases. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.

by Sam Helmy

December 20, 2024

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If you didn't know, you can use your Hilton Honors points to shop at Amazon.com. Here's everything you need to know about paying for your Amazon purchases with Hilton points and why you should avoid these redemptions.

Falling Short of JetBlue Elite Status? Contribute to SAF and Purchase Tiles for $100 Each

by Tyler Glatt

January 1, 2025

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The end of JetBlue's elite status qualification year is quickly approaching. And if you're a few tiles short of securing TrueBlue elite status for 2025, you're in luck. The New York-based carrier is creatively selling tiles for $100 each if you contribute to its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) goals.

Here’s How To Gift Hertz Elite Status to Two People in 2024

by Skye Class

January 1, 2025

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Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members can gift their elite status to two friends or family members through December 31, 2024. Recipients will enjoy the same perks through December 31, 2025. Here's how to gift your Hertz status.

Emirates Skywards+ Subscriptions: Unlock 20% Off Emirates Award Redemptions and Much More

by Tyler Glatt

December 20, 2024

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There truly is a subscription for everything. And while subscription plans rarely present compelling value, the math on the one Emirates offers might surprise you. Here are the details of the available plans — and how they might be useful to even periodic Emirates travelers.

Book a Stopover Hotel Package in Doha From $14 Per Person When Flying Qatar Airways

by Skye Class

December 19, 2024

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The little-known Qatar Airways stopover program provides excellent value. Travelers can book a stopover to explore Doha for as little as $14 per person — or as little as $24 per person for one night at a five-star hotel. But this offer has some conditions and caveats. Here are the details.

Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card Review: Great for Southwest Loyalists

by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson

February 6, 2025

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The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offers a modest suite of perks yet delivers enough value to warrant a permanent spot in your wallet year-round. For devoted Southwest enthusiasts, this card potentially holds even greater value. Here's our comprehensive review.

W Las Vegas Opens at Mandalay Bay — But Should You Redeem Marriott Points for Award Nights?

by Sam Helmy

December 19, 2024

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The W Las Vegas at the MGM Mandalay Bay Complex is now open. Marriott Bonvoy members can now earn and redeem points for stays at this iconic Las Vegas property. But should you redeem your Marriott points here? Let's take a look at the numbers.

You Can Now Use AAdvantage® Miles to Book Hawaiian Airlines Flights From the U.S. To Hawaii

by Tyler Glatt

December 19, 2024

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You can now use American Airlines AAdvantage® miles to book flights to Hawaii on Hawaiian Airlines! This update means you can now book flights across Hawaiian’s entire network. Here’s what you need to know about this new option — and whether booking Hawaiian flights through AAdvantage is worth it.

The (Unofficial) MileagePlus Award Chart for United and Partner Airline Flights

by Ross Denkin and Brie Bash

December 19, 2024

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Although United Airlines no longer publishes award charts, we’ve compiled an unofficial guide to help you navigate award pricing for both United-operated and partner flights. Here's a look at the rates so that you know what you'll pay when it's time to redeem.

Offer Extended! Earn 10,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® Bonus Miles with Bask Bank®

by JT Genter

June 2, 2025

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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.

Do TudoAzul Points Expire? TudoAzul Blue Points Expiration Explained

by Sam Helmy

December 18, 2024

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TudoAzul Blue Points has one of the more complex expiration policies around. Not only do your points expire after a fixed amount of time, but this time varies depending on your status and how you earned them. Here's a rundown.

Fly Between Honolulu and Tokyo for as Few as 17,500 Amex Points Round-Trip Through This ANA Award Sale

by Tyler Glatt

December 23, 2024

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ANA is out with a new award sale, which makes some of the cheapest round-trip awards to Japan even cheaper. For a limited time, you can book trips between Tokyo and Honolulu and pay 50% fewer Mileage Club miles. Here are the details on ANA's brand-new award sale.

Fly Alaska, Ski Free: How to Get Free Ski Perks at 10 Resorts This Season

by Sam Helmy

December 17, 2024

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Alaska Airlines' popular "Fly Alaska, Ski Free" promotion is back for yet another winter season. This year, the promotion features ten resorts and is called the Alaska Alpine Getaways! Here's an overview of the participating resorts and what perks your boarding pass entitles you to.

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Complete Guide to Using United PlusPoints to Confirm Upgrades, Exchange for Perks, and More

Earn Up to 100K LifeMiles With These Limited-Time Avianca Credit Card Offers

Bad Flight or Subpar Stay? Here’s How To Get Fair Compensation From Airlines and Hotels

Stretch Your IHG Points Further: 12 Best Redemptions Under 25k Points Per Night

Family Points Pooling: Combine Miles for Faster Free Travel

Spirit Airlines Free Spirit Guide: Earning Miles, Elite Perks, and More

Maximize Your Singapore KrisFlyer Miles: 6 Award Chart Sweet Spots Worth Checking Out

When Do Hilton Honors Points Expire?

Alaska Miles Value: Guide To Understanding and Maximizing Your Travel Rewards

How To Add a Stopover on a Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Award Ticket

Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card Review: The Perks Pay You To Keep the Card

Save Up to 25% on Eligible Hertz Rentals With These Two Promotions

How Far in Advance Can You Book Airline Award Tickets? Our Full Guide With Data Points for 50 Airlines.

Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card vs Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Which Is Right for You?

Do Virgin Points Expire? Virgin Atlantic Points Expiration Policy Explained

Got an Amex Platinum Card? Here’s How to Claim Free Pawp Telehealth Support for Your Pet

Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card Review: Modest Benefits for No Annual Fee

Everything You Need to Know About the British Airways Award Seat Guarantee

You Can Use Hilton Points for Amazon Purchases. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.

Falling Short of JetBlue Elite Status? Contribute to SAF and Purchase Tiles for $100 Each

Here’s How To Gift Hertz Elite Status to Two People in 2024

Emirates Skywards+ Subscriptions: Unlock 20% Off Emirates Award Redemptions and Much More

Book a Stopover Hotel Package in Doha From $14 Per Person When Flying Qatar Airways

Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card Review: Great for Southwest Loyalists

W Las Vegas Opens at Mandalay Bay — But Should You Redeem Marriott Points for Award Nights?

You Can Now Use AAdvantage® Miles to Book Hawaiian Airlines Flights From the U.S. To Hawaii

The (Unofficial) MileagePlus Award Chart for United and Partner Airline Flights

Offer Extended! Earn 10,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® Bonus Miles with Bask Bank®

Do TudoAzul Points Expire? TudoAzul Blue Points Expiration Explained

Fly Between Honolulu and Tokyo for as Few as 17,500 Amex Points Round-Trip Through This ANA Award Sale

Fly Alaska, Ski Free: How to Get Free Ski Perks at 10 Resorts This Season