When Do Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus Miles Expire? by Sam Helmy November 30, 2024 0 Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus miles have a hard expiration policy. Your miles will expire after a set period of time, and you cannot extend their validity or have them reinstated. Here's what you need to know.
Should You Buy American Airlines AAdvantage® Miles With Up to a 35% Discount? by Andrew George Bradshaw and Patrick Stouffer July 14, 2025 400 American Airlines just launched a new promotion for buying miles -- letting AAdvantage® members grab miles with up to a 35% discount. The lowest purchase rate you can get through this promotion is 2.45¢ per mile. At this rate, there are a few times when it can make sense to buy American Airlines miles. If you've been looking for an opportunity to grab some American miles, this might be as good of a chance as ever. This promotion has no stated expiration date, so we aren't sure when American will raise (or lower) the cost of their miles. Let's dive into some examples to see if buying miles during this promotion makes sense for you.
Airline, Hotel, and Travel Promotions for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday by Andrew George Bradshaw November 30, 2024 0 Hotels, airlines, and other travel-related companies are offering promotions for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday like there's no tomorrow. To make it easier to parse through the ones that might interest you, we've created a list of the best promotions from several loyalty programs.
Status Match to Royal Jordanian for Lounge Access, Other Benefits on Oneworld Airlines by Tyler Glatt January 29, 2025 0 Royal Jordanian is offering a status match to travelers who live in Europe or the Middle East and hold status with a qualifying airline or hotel. Here's what you need to know about this offer and how to use it to unlock valuable perks when traveling on Oneworld member airlines.
The World of Hyatt Credit Card Review: One of the Best Hotel Credit Cards by Jenna Hansen July 23, 2025 59 The World of Hyatt Credit Card provides excellent value for anyone who stays with Hyatt at least once or twice per year. The annual free night certificate (and the chance to earn a second free night with $15,000 in spending) make this Hyatt card a great asset for the long term. Check out our full review for all the details.
How To Earn Up to 10,000 Bonus Points Through the ITA Volare Refer-A-Friend Program by Skye Class November 28, 2024 0 Through December 20, 2024, you can earn up to 10,000 bonus points with ITA Airways' refer-a-friend program. Invite friends to join the Volare program, and both you and your friends earn 2,000 points each when they sign up with a referral code and complete a flight. Here's how to take advantage of this promotion and earn bonus points.
Buy Now, Pay Later Programs — And Why You Should Skip Them by Carissa Rawson and Scott Sikes June 23, 2025 1 Buy now, pay later financing offers can be tempting, especially if you have a large purchase to make. However, they're usually a bad idea. Here's an overview of the pros and cons of using such services and why you should ultimately decide to skip them.
Need More Marriott Elite Nights? Here’s How To Get Them Without Extra Stays by Tyler Glatt November 27, 2024 2 We are fast approaching the end of the year. If your Marriott Elite Night Credits aren't as high as you'd hoped, the good news is that you have options for boosting your Marriott elite status before the new year starts. Here's a roundup of all the ways to boost your Marriott elite status — besides staying additional nights in Marriott hotels.
Qatar Airways Launches ‘My Reward Seat Finder’ Tool: How It Works and Key Limitations by Sam Helmy and JT Genter November 26, 2024 1 Qatar Airways recently launched a new “My Reward Seat Finder” tool. The new tool allows members to search for awards using a calendar format for any given route. Here's how it works, and some limitations to beware of.
American Express® Gold Card Review: Powerful Earnings on Dining and Supermarkets by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson November 26, 2024 18 Few cards compete with the earning rates on dining and U.S. supermarkets offered by the American Express® Gold Card. While its high annual fee can be a turn-off to some, there are ongoing perks that can offset this — assuming you're able to use them. Let's look at whether you should add this card to your wallet.
British Airways Unveils Brand-New A380 First Class Seat. Here’s a First Look. by Sam Helmy November 26, 2024 1 British Airways unveiled its newest first-class seat. The new seat is expected to launch in 2026 on the airline's Airbus A380 aircraft. Here are the first photos unveiled by British Airways and what we know about the product so far.
Convert Your Rollover Delta MQMs to SkyMiles, Status, or MQDs Before December 31 by Tyler Glatt January 1, 2025 2 For the last time ever, you can take advantage of Delta's Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs) rollover conversion. Before December 31, 2024, you'll need to decide whether to convert your MQMs into SkyMiles, MQDs, or use them to extend your elite status. Here's a breakdown of your options.
From Auckland to Ethiopia: Does It Make Sense To Buy TAP Miles & Go Miles With a 100% Bonus? by Andrew George Bradshaw November 25, 2024 1 TAP Air Portugal is running a promotion for buying Miles & Go miles with a 100% bonus. This deal runs through December 5, 2024, allowing members to buy miles for as little as 1.83¢ each. So is it worth it? Let's have a look at some examples to see if it makes sense.
How Amex Card Members Can Enroll to Get Complimentary Hertz President’s Circle Status by Skye Class and Scott Sikes November 24, 2024 5 Looking for perks like guaranteed upgrades, bonus points, and a free additional driver on Hertz rentals? You might have access to these perks and not even know it! That's because several credit cards qualify for complimentary Hertz President's Circle status. Here's a list of the eligible American Express cards and how to enroll.
Japan Airlines Miles Expiration Guide: Managing JAL’s Inflexible Expiration Policy by Sam Helmy November 24, 2024 1 JAL Mileage Bank has a fixed-date mileage expiration policy. Your miles expire after a fixed period, without the ability to extend them. Here is all you need to know about your JAL mileage expiration and if you can keep your points active.
Amex Centurion Lounge Charlotte Review: Hours, Details, Amenities, and More by Tyler Glatt November 24, 2024 1 The American Express Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is a cozy place to dine and relax at a tremendously busy airport. Here's what you need to know about the Amex Centurion Lounge CLT, including how to find it, when it's open, and what it looks like inside.
From Short-Haul Deals to ANA First Class: 7 Best Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Sweet Spots by Ian Snyder and Lauren Wynn November 24, 2024 45 From domestic Delta flights to ANA first class, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club offers incredible sweet spots to help your points go further. Here's an overview of some of the best sweet spots bookable with Virgin points.
How To Book Qatar Qsuite Awards to the Maldives for Just 85,000 Avios by Lauren Wynn November 23, 2024 1 If you want to fly the best business class seats in the sky to the Maldives, look no further than Qatar Airways Qsuite. Here's how to enjoy several hours in luxury for just 85,000 Avios.
Do Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer Points Expire? by Sam Helmy November 23, 2024 0 Like many non-U.S. airline mileage programs, Virgin Australia points expire if you have no activity on your account for a period of time. However, several types of activity will keep your points alive and active.
TD Clear Credit Card Review: Pay a Monthly Fee to Enjoy No Interest Charges by Mark Jackson November 23, 2024 0 The TD Clear Visa Platinum Credit Card offers some interesting benefits for cardholders, especially the fact that there's no late fees, interest charges, balance-transfer fees, or foreign-transaction fees. But does the monthly fee for holding the card make sense for your wallet? Check out this review to find out.
My Experience Using the Ethiopian Airlines Stopover Program for a Free Hotel and Meals by Lauren Wynn November 23, 2024 2 Ethiopian Airlines currently offers the only stopover program in Africa. Travelers with a layover between eight and 24 hours can get a free hotel and meals. Here's an overview of the Ethiopian Airlines stopover program and my experience utilizing it.
The Unwritten Restriction on American Airlines Companion Upgrades to Beware Of by JT Genter November 22, 2024 1 American Airlines AAdvantage elite status members are eligible for first-class upgrades on domestic and certain short-haul international flights. And each status member can nominate one companion to upgrade with them. At least that's how it's supposed to work. Here's what to know about American Airlines companion upgrades -- and one unwritten restriction on these upgrades that I found from experience.
Will the Recent Changes to Southwest’s Cash + Points Feature Make It Worth Using? by Tyler Glatt January 4, 2025 2 Earlier last year, Southwest introduced "Cash + Points" — a booking option that allows travelers to pay with two currencies. But with changes rolling out for 2025, it's worth revisiting Southwest's Cash + Points option.
What You Need to Know About Blue Diamond: MSC Cruises’ New Top-Tier Elite Status Level by Sam Helmy November 22, 2024 0 The MSC Cruises Voyagers Program announced the addition of a new top-tier level to its loyalty program. The new top-tier status is Blue Diamond, supplanting Diamond level. Here's what MSC loyalists need to know about this new elite tier.
How To Use the $7 per Month American Express® Gold Card Dunkin’ Credit by Mark Jackson November 22, 2024 0 The American Express® Gold Card has an up-to-$7 monthly credit for Card Members to use at Dunkin', the ubiquitous coffee and donut chain found all around the United States. See how this benefit works for Card Members, and if it truly moves the needle for future card applicants.
Star Alliance Opens New Branded Lounge in Guangzhou, China by Sam Helmy November 21, 2024 0 Star Alliance announced opening of its first branded lounge in Asia -- and it's not where most travelers might expect! The new Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport lounge is open to premium cabin travelers and Star Alliance Gold members. Here's a look inside.
Flash Sale: 50% Off Turkish Airlines Awards. Fly US–Istanbul from 20k Miles! by Tyler Glatt and Skye Class November 22, 2024 35 Turkish Airlines is running a flash sale on its route from Boston to Istanbul through the end of today, November 21, for 20,000 miles each way. But it's worth scrambling to take advantage of this offer. If you don't already have Turkish Miles & Smiles, you can transfer points from Citi, Capital One, or Bilt to book these amazing awards.
American Airlines and Aer Lingus Grow Partnership, Add Reciprocal Benefits for Elites by Tyler Glatt November 21, 2024 0 American Airlines and Aer Lingus have decided to take the next step in their partnership. Effective immediately, elite members of both airlines now have access to reciprocal benefits. Here's a look at what you can expect the next time you take an Aer Lingus flight as an AAdvantage® elite — and vice versa.
AwardWallet Turns 20 Years Old: Celebrating Two Decades, By the Numbers by JT Genter November 20, 2024 2 20 years ago today, AwardWallet co-founders launched the first version of their new points and miles tracking website. In the last two decades since, AwardWallet has grown to support over 860,000 users. From how many points and miles tracked to the
Citi Adds a Two-Year Extended Warranty Benefit to Two No-Annual-Fee Cards by Sam Helmy November 20, 2024 1 Citi recently emailed select cardholders to announce the addition of a new extended warranty benefit to two cards. This benefit is a pleasant surprise if you use such a card to make purchases that could use up to two years of extra coverage for large purchases. Here are the details of all Citi cards we now know have an extended warranty benefit.
