Exclusive: DOT Reviewing Alaska’s Negative Loyalty Program Changes for 2025 by Tyler Glatt and JT Genter October 26, 2024 3 The Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines merger is unprecedented, made possible by a U.S. Department of Transportation agreement intended to protect the traveling public's best interests. But in the wake of an announcement detailing negative changes, this raises a question: how are such changes even allowed?
How To Unlock Your Qatar Privilege Club Account by JT Genter October 25, 2024 4 Getting an error if you try to log into your Qatar Privilege Club account? Based on conversations with Qatar support reps, Qatar has flagged a significant number of accounts for "security" reasons. Here's how to check if you're affected, the steps to unlock your account, and why you'll want to act now -- even if you don't plan to use your Privilege Club account anytime soon.
Join Choice Privileges Eat & Earn, Score 500 Bonus Points by Skye Class January 11, 2025 0 If you haven't joined Choice Privilege's Eat & Earn dining program, it's a good time to do so. Like other hotel dining programs, new members can get a bonus after joining and dining out. Right now, Choice is offering new members 500 bonus points after completing a few easy tasks.
Gift Marriott Ambassador Elite Status With a New ‘Plus One’ Benefit by Sam Helmy October 24, 2024 0 If you've got top-tier Marriott elite status, check your email. Marriott notified its Ambassador Elite members of the new unique Plus One benefit, which allows them to gift Ambassador Elite status to someone under certain conditions. At this time, Marriott has not said whether this will be a permanent benefit or only available this year. Here are the details.
How to Book Maldives Overwater Villas With Free Night Certificates by Mark Jackson October 24, 2024 0 The Maldives is a bucket list destination for many. An overwater villa is one of the most fantastic redemption opportunities available, and it's even possible to use free night awards earned from credit cards and earn status in hotel programs. Check out this guide to see exactly what's possible in this incredible country.
Alaska Airlines Revamps MVP Gold 100K Elite Choice Benefits for 2025 (New Choices, Deadlines) by Sam Helmy and JT Genter October 23, 2024 3 If you're loyal to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan program and have earned your way to MVP Gold 100K, it's nearly time to choose your Choice Benefit. Alaska Airlines recently announced revised Choice Benefit options, but these aren't available quite yet. So, what are your choices and the deadline for choosing? Here's what you need to know.
Marriott Bonvoy Week: How To Earn Extra Points on Starbucks Purchases Through October 27 by Tyler Glatt October 23, 2024 0 Earlier this year, Marriott and Starbucks joined forces to offer reciprocal rewards on coffee purchases and hotel stays — and even introduced point transfers. One additional perk of this partnership is that about once a month, Marriott will make it "Marriott Bonvoy Week," where you'll earn bonus rewards on eligible purchases. Here's a recap of this partnership and how Marriott Bonvoy Week works.
Capital One Drops ”SavorOne” Branding by Tyler Glatt October 23, 2024 0 Capital One just dropped the "SavorOne" branding on two credit cards, renaming them as "Savor." Here's a simplified breakdown of the musical chairs game going on at Capital One, and a look at what this means for current and future cardholders.
Earn Qantas Points By Renting Apollo Campervans in Australia by Skye Class October 22, 2024 0 Airlines often offer unique ways to earn bonus points beyond the usual avenues, such as flights, hotel stays, and car rentals. For example, Qantas Frequent Flyer members can earn points when renting Apollo campervans in Australia. Wondering how to get in on the action? Here's what you need to know.
Boost Your Miles: A Guide to the United MileagePlus Shopping Portal by Brie Bash October 22, 2024 0 Want to earn a lot of United MileagePlus miles? With just a few extra clicks, you can earn miles on everyday purchases and reach your next reward flight even faster! Here's what you need to know about the MileagePlus Shopping Portal.
Which Credit Card Should You Use To Buy Points and Miles? by Ryan Smith October 22, 2024 0 If you've decided to buy points or miles for an upcoming redemption, what credit card should you use? In this post, we show you how to decide the best option for you.
Oman Air Awards Now Bookable Online Through Qantas Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Rates. by Tyler Glatt October 22, 2024 0 You can now redeem Qantas Frequent Flyer points for Oman Air award flights. What do these flights cost when booked through Qantas? And where can Oman Air take you? Here's what you need to know.
Czech Airlines Ending Service: The World’s Fifth-Oldest Airline is Heading Off Into the Sunset by Ian Snyder October 27, 2024 1 With Czech Airlines ending service on October 26, 2024, this marks the loss of the world's fifth-longest-operating air carrier. The SkyTeam alliance also loses one of its members, bringing the total number of alliance airlines back under 20. Here's what you need to do this week if you have OK Plus miles.
Know Your Rights: How AirHelp Can Fight Airlines to Get You Compensated by Skye Class and Erik Paquet October 22, 2024 0 AirHelp is a platform that helps passengers get compensation for delayed flights and lost luggage, but it has plenty of caveats. Here's a review of the platform and whether it's worth using AirHelp for flight compensation.
Citi’s Newest Transfer Partner: How to Use ThankYou Points at Preferred Hotels & Resorts by Tyler Glatt October 21, 2024 0 Citi just unveiled its newset transfer partner: Preferred Hotels & Resorts! But is this a transfer partner you should use? Or is it one to forget? Here's what you need to know about Citi's newest hotel transfer partner.
The 5 Best Uses of Qatar Airways Avios on Partner Airlines by Tyler Glatt October 20, 2024 2 Wondering the best ways to redeem your Qatar Airways Avios for best value partner redemptions? Here are the top partner sweet spots you can book with Qatar Avios — plus a look at the best ways to earn Avios.
College Students: Get Oneworld Elite Status, Perks, and Discounts With Qatar Airways Student Club by Max Prosperi October 20, 2024 4 Qatar Airways' Student Club offers college students exclusive airfare savings and elite-like perks, including extra checked baggage. Members also earn elite status upon graduation. This free program provides an excellent opportunity for students to travel affordably while enjoying premium benefits. Here's a quick overview of how to enroll.
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 June 2, 2025 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.
