Marriott Lifetime Elite Status: What You Need to Earn It and the Perks It Yields by Ian Snyder and JT Genter January 20, 2025 2 Marriott is one of several hotel loyalty programs that offers lifetime elite status, rewarding its loyal members after years of faithfully staying at its hotels. Lifetime elite members enjoy various benefits depending on which lifetime status level they have achieved. In this guide, we also highlight a way you can slowly progress toward Marriott lifetime status even if you don't stay with the chain frequently.
The Ultimate Guide to Companion Fares, Companion Passes & Companion Tickets by Brie Bash and Max Prosperi August 17, 2024 85 Companion fares are among the most sought-after benefits an airline or credit card offers. These fares allow an individual to travel with a companion at little to no extra cost. In this post, we'll give you an overview of several companion fare offerings. This way, you can evaluate which you should earn and which you might want to pass on.
Upgrade Cash Rewards Visa Review: 1.5% Cash Back on All Purchases, No Annual Fee by Ashley Onadele December 20, 2024 0 The Upgrade Cash Rewards Visa® works like a personal loan, giving you a fixed rate APR on a series of closed-end loans. As you pay your balance, you earn 1.5% cash back. Your limit is not automatically replenished and the new limit is based on your creditworthiness and other factors at the time.
Why Travel Goals Are Essential to Rewards Travel Success by Jenna Hansen and Jess Farley August 17, 2024 15 Card providers release increased signup offers and new cards regularly, and it's tempting to apply for every offer that gets released. But, the reality is, those points and miles may not get you any closer to your destination. Setting a travel goal then working toward it with a strategic plan is the key to success. Here's why.
Save on Frontier Bag Fees: You Can Now Check Two for Free With the Frontier Airlines Mastercard by Skye Class August 16, 2024 2 Starting this week, those with the FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® can check two bags for free each time they fly Frontier. This new card perk means could net a savings of over $100 each round-trip. Here's why that's a big deal.
Amex to Debut Brand-New Centurion Lounge in Salt Lake City in 2025 by Tyler Glatt August 15, 2024 0 Exciting things are in the works at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Next year, American Express will cut the ribbon on a brand-new Centurion Lounge. Eligible cardmembers will soon be able to roam 16,000 square feet of space and take in views of the Wasatch Mountains, all while enjoying a handcrafted beverage or two. Here's what we know about Salt Lake City's Centurion Lounge.
Donate to Cancer Research, Earn Up to 50X AAdvantage® Miles by JT Genter and Skye Class August 15, 2024 9 American Airlines just relaunched its annual partnership with Stand Up To Cancer to give AAdvantage members up to 50 miles on the dollar for all donations made to Stand Up to Cancer! You can effectively buy AAdvantage miles for as few as 2 cents each (which is less than you can otherwise buy AAdvantage miles) — while supporting a worthy cause.
How To Claim a Free Hotel and City Tour With the Turkish Airlines Stopover Program by Skye Class August 15, 2024 4 The Turkish Airlines stopover program offers a free hotel for up to three nights, or a free TourIstanbul excursion for shorter layovers. Here are all of the freebies you can take advantage of during your next connection through Istanbul.
TD Cash Credit Card: Earn 3% Cash Back in the Category of Your Choice Without an Annual Fee by Mark Jackson August 14, 2024 0 The TD Cash Credit Card offers 3% and 2% Cash Back on your choice of spend categories. Plus, you can switch your categories quarterly. Is it right for your wallet? Let's examine all the details.
Qatar Airways Devalues American and Alaska Short-Haul Awards, Raises Prices by up to 64% by Tyler Glatt August 14, 2024 0 Without any sort of heads-up, Qatar Airways just skyrocketed the pricing on its partner award chart. Effective immediately, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines flights up to 3,000 miles in distance now require up to 64% more Avios. Here's what you need to know about Qatar Airways' partner award chart devaluation.
Amex Cardmembers: Get a Free SoundCloud Go+ Trial Membership by Andrew George Bradshaw December 14, 2024 0 American Express is currently offering its U.S. cardmembers the chance to grab a free SoundCloud plays trial membership to SoundCloud Go+ for 3 months. This promotion is valid until December 12, 2024. Here's the link to take advantage of this offer.
American Airlines Adds Mileage Earnings (Including Loyalty Points) on Paid Upgrades by JT Genter August 14, 2024 2 In a development first teased in January 2024, American Airlines AAdvantage members will earn miles and Loyalty Points when paying for an upgrade to a premium cabin. Here's how you'll earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points on paid upgrades — plus other ways of getting an upgrade on American Airlines besides paying for it.
The Best Voice And Data Plans For International Travel by Andrew George Bradshaw and Jess Farley August 14, 2024 45 No one likes to touch down home after a magical experience of travel only to be confronted with a massive phone bill full of excess data roaming and text message charges! In this post, we'll explore ways to save money when using your phone abroad. Here's an overview of the best voice and data plans for international travel.
Earn 3X JetBlue TrueBlue Points And Mosaic Elite Status Credits on Vrbo Stays by Skye Class August 13, 2024 0 JetBlue Paisly — the travel booking platform for TrueBlue members — just launched a new partnership with Vrbo. Travelers can now earn TrueBlue points on Vrbo stays booked through Paisly. Plus, all Paisly bookings earn tiles toward JetBlue Mosaic status. To celebrate this launch, travelers can earn triple points on Vrbo stays booked through Paisly now through August 25, 2024. Here are the details of this partnership and the current promotions.
Earn Up to a $2,000 (Or More) Cash Bonus with Capital One Spark Cash Plus by Tyler Glatt and Ryan Smith September 10, 2024 4 Capital One is giving business owners the opportunity to earn up to a $2,000 cash bonus on its premier business cash-back card, the Capital One Spark Cash Plus — and an additional $2,000 for every $500,000 spent during the first year — with no caps or limits.. This card is one of the most straightforward rewards earners on the market, with a simple 2% cash back on all purchases and no cap on how much cash back you can earn. The spending requirement is high, but this bonus is massive.
Avianca Devalues LifeMiles Awards by up to 50%, Cuts Costs on Others by up to 25% by Tyler Glatt August 13, 2024 1 Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and frequent flyer program devaluations. Earlier this morning, Avianca — without notice — increased the costs of LifeMiles award tickets by up to 50%. But that's not all. Avianca also re-valued some awards, making select itineraries up to 25% cheaper. Here's what we know so far.
Easily Compare Award Pricing and Cash Pricing With This Simple Google Flights Extension by Brie Bash August 12, 2024 3 Points Path is a desktop browser extension that provides award availability and rates when you search for flights using Google Flights. Here's how to get it, how to use it, and how it can save you money, points, and time.
Use This Secret Password To Score 5,000 Bonus Points per Night at Kimpton Surfcomber by Skye Class August 12, 2024 0 IHG One Rewards members can score incredible perks on award stays at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel this summer — but you must know the secret password. Perks include 5,000 bonus points per night, a complimentary room upgrade, high-speed Wi-Fi, and more. Read on to learn the secret password.
When to Downgrade vs. Cancel a Credit Card — And Top Options for Downgrading Your Card by Jess Farley and Dan Miller August 12, 2024 38 Managing the credit cards in your wallet is a crucial component of maximizing rewards travel. If you've decided that a particular card in your wallet no longer supports those goals, that's okay. But first, consider whether you can downgrade your card instead of outright canceling it. Here's when you should downgrade.
How To Maximize the Rotating 5X Categories on the Chase Freedom Flex℠ by Jess Farley August 12, 2024 73 The key to maximizing the Chase Freedom Flex℠ is planning ahead to ensure you extract every possible point out of the rotating 5X bonus categories. In this post, we recap every Chase Freedom 5X category since 2014 and demonstrate how to get the most from the most common categories.
Do Asiana Airlines Asiana Club Miles Expire? by Sam Helmy August 11, 2024 1 The Asiana Club mileage expiration policy is one of the most generous around! However, the exact policy depends on your Asiana Club elite status level at the time of your mileage accrual. Here's what you need to know about Asiana Club miles expiration.
How to Earn 3% (Up to 5.25%) Cash Back in the Category of Your Choice — With No Annual Fee by Scott Sikes August 11, 2024 1 When you pair the Bank of America Customized Cash Card with the Bank of America Preferred Rewards program, you can earn up to 5.25% cash back in the spending category of your choice. Here's how.
Should You Apply for the Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Premier Visa Signature® Credit Card? by Sam Helmy August 10, 2024 0 Turkish Airlines launched its first co-brand credit card just for U.S. residents: the Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Premier Visa Signature® Credit Card. It is now taking applications! The card is issued by First Electronic Bank and carries a $99 annual fee. Here's an overview of the card to help you decide if it's right for you.
Fly Without the Fees: Airline Programs That Don’t Add Fuel Surcharges to Award Flights by Mark Jackson August 10, 2024 1 The last thing you want is to pay a ton of cash on top of the miles and points you're using to book award flights, but some programs add heavy fees and surcharges when trying to book a "free flight." Here's a look at the programs that don't add these fees so you can save money on your upcoming reservations.
TD Double Up℠ Credit Card: Unlimited 2% Cash Back for No Annual Fee by Mark Jackson August 10, 2024 0 The TD Double Up℠ Credit Card offers an unlimited 2% cash back on all eligible purchases for no annual fee. Here's a detailed look at the card and its benefits to help you decide if it's one worth adding to your rewards card arsenal.
Tips and Tricks To Beat Jet Lag When Traveling Internationally by Jess Farley and Dan Miller August 9, 2024 30 Jet lag is a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion caused by a long flight east or west across several time zones. While there are a few things that you can do to help reduce the effects of jet lag, the reality of jet lag is that it cannot be avoided entirely. However, here are some of the best ways to stem the impact of jet lag when you fly internationally.
Amex EveryDay® vs. Amex EveryDay® Preferred: Which Card Is Right for You? by Mark Jackson August 9, 2024 0 The Amex EveryDay® Credit Card and Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card are two solid cards worth your attention. But if you want to apply for one, which should you pick. After all, both cards are somewhat similar. Let's dive into the nuances of each to help you decide which is right for you.
SAS EuroBonus Status Match Offers Elite Status Through March 2025 — For Those That Qualify by Sam Helmy August 9, 2024 0 SAS EuroBonus is running a status match promotion through August 30, 2024. Residents of participating countries and programs can match their airline status to SAS EuroBonus. Once matched, their status will be valid through March 31, 2025. Better yet, you can extend your new EuroBonus status even further into the future by meeting specific re-qualification requirements. Here's the full details on the SAS EuroBonus status match.
Cardholder Award Flash Sale: Book United Flights to Hong Kong From 40K Miles Each Way by Tyler Glatt and Sam Helmy August 11, 2024 0 If fall or winter travel is in the cards but you haven't made flight reservations yet, United MileagePlus is out with an award sale that might be worth redeeming your miles. United is offering discounted economy rates to Hong Kong, with rates starting at just 40,000 miles each way. The offer is only valid for travel booked today, August 9, 2024. Here are the full details.
Save Your Wallet by Booking Flights From These Countries That Limit Fuel Surcharges by Mark Jackson and Ian Snyder August 8, 2024 0 Many air carriers like to levy "carrier-imposed surcharges," often referred to as "fuel surcharges" or "YQ" as a shorthand. These are extra fees that add up quickly when you book a flight using your miles. However, a handful of countries limit fuel surcharges on flights, and you can use this to your advantage.
