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Get 3k Points for Linking Your Marriott and Uber Accounts and Riding Once — Here’s How

by Skye Class and Harrison Pierce

December 5, 2025

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Marriott and Uber have teamed up again to offer bonus Marriott Bonvoy® points when linking your accounts. With this offer, you can earn up to 3,000 points after linking your account and completing one "premium" Uber ride. Here's what you need to know.

Unlock Luxury for Less: IHG Points on Sale With a 100% Bonus Through December 15 (0.5¢ Each)

by Andrew George Bradshaw

December 5, 2025

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IHG is running a new flash promotion for buying IHG One Rewards points through December 15, 2025. Until then, members can buy IHG points with up to a 100% bonus, which drops the rate per point down to just 0.5¢ each. But when is it worth buying IHG points? Let's take a look at a couple examples for inspiration.

Miles & More Mileage Bargains for December 2025: No U.S. Options, But There are Cheap Alternatives

by Ross Denkin and Tyler Glatt

December 5, 2025

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Lufthansa’s monthly Miles & More Mileage Bargains program is back for another month — but there are no routes from North America that you can book whatsoever. So, here are some cheaper Miles & More alternatives to get to Europe, starting at just 88 miles plus taxes and fees.

RESERVE by CLEAR Is Gone — Here’s What’s (Sort of) Replaced It

by Skye Class

December 5, 2025

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Did you ever use RESERVE by CLEAR? This service was briefly available, but we recently found CLEAR sunset the program. A new program called CLEAR Mobile is now available, but that has no connection to RESERVE. Here's a record of what RESERVE was, and what other options are currently available.

Get More for Less: Apply Now and Double-Dip on These Citi Strata Elite Card Credits in Year One

by Tyler Glatt

December 4, 2025

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The best time to apply for a premium card is when there’s an elevated welcome offer or when you can double-dip annual statement credits. It’s even better when you can do both. Right now is one of those rare chances where you can do this with the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card. Here's how much value you can unlock by applying before the end of 2025.

IHG One Rewards Points Expiration Policy — How to Keep Your Points From Expiring

by Sam Helmy

December 4, 2025

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IHG One Rewards has a simple and straightforward points expiration policy. Here is everything you need to know about your points expiring and what you can do to keep them active.

The Best Small-Business Credit Card Offers for December 2025

by Jess Farley and Tyler Glatt

December 4, 2025

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Want to leverage your business expenses to earn a stack of cash back or travel rewards? We've put together the best business credit card offers available to new applicants this month. Whether you are a business owner, freelancer, consultant, or entrepreneur, there is a card to suit your goals and budget.

American Airlines Launches ‘AAdvantage Gold Pass’ — But Are the Benefits Worth the Massive Cost?

by Tyler Glatt

December 4, 2025

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American Airlines just introduced what it's calling the "AAdvantage Gold Pass." Buying one gets you a full year of AAdvantage Gold status, 100,000 bonus miles, and 15,000 Loyalty Points. But let us be the first to tell you that this pass is...well...extremely expensive. Here's what to know.

RIP Sweet Spot: Miles&Smiles Kills Off Cheap United Awards to Hawaii, Increases Rates Up to 167%

by JT Genter

December 4, 2025

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One of the best airline sweet spots just unceremoniously killed off this week. Before this month, travelers could book United Airlines awards to Hawaii for just 10,000 Miles&Smiles miles each way. Now, awards to Hawaii start at 25,000 miles one-way. And business and first-class awards have jumped even more.

Capital One Platinum Secured Credit Card Review: A Simple Tool for Building or Repairing Credit

by Brie Bash

December 4, 2025

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With a limited or poor credit history, you may find yourself unable to qualify for the credit cards that earn lucrative rewards. With no minimum credit score and pre-approval without a hard credit pull, the Capital One Platinum Secured Credit Card can be a pathway to better credit and future rewards. Here's everything you need to know about it.

United Cardholders Can Now Earn 2X MileagePlus Miles on Rent Paid Through Bilt — Here’s How

by Skye Class

December 4, 2025

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Rarely does a day go by when Bilt Rewards doesn't add a new partnership or expand on an existing one. And the Bilt partnership news du jour is an expansion of its relationship with United Airlines. Effective immediately, your United MileagePlus credit card just became more rewarding for paying rent. Here's the latest.

Status Match to Royal Air Maroc for Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald Status

by Tyler Glatt

December 4, 2025

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Royal Air Maroc's longstanding status match offer gives prospective Safar Flyer members a chance to earn Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald status just by filling out a form and paying an application fee. Here's everything you need to know about this offer, what it costs, and how to apply.

Accor and Flying Blue Launch 30% Transfer Bonus — Book Business Class to Europe From 47k Accor Points

by Sam Helmy and Harrison Pierce

December 4, 2025

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Air France/KLM Flying Blue just announced a new 30% transfer bonus through December 17, 2025, on transfers from Accor Live Limitless. Accor already offers one of the best transfer rates we've seen from a hotel program to an airline mileage program, and this transfer bonus makes it even better. Combine with Promo Rewards to book rewards between the U.S. and Europe for 15k Accor points in economy or 47k Accor points in business class.

Top Credit Card Offers for December 2025 — 15 Offers Worth Over $1,500!

by JT Genter

December 4, 2025

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Each month, the AwardWallet editorial team assembles the top credit card offers that are currently available. The welcome offer — adjusted for how much the points are worth — gets the most weight. However, we consider each card's long-term value, application restrictions, and take into account how much spending is required to capture the full bonus. Here are our top rewards card offers for December 2025 and why each made the list.

Best Western Promotions: Earn 5k Bonus Points in the U.S., Caribbean, and More — Up to 20k Points

by Skye Class and Andrew George Bradshaw

December 3, 2025

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Best Western is back with a familiar promotion: 5,000 bonus points every two nights on stays through February 1, 2026. Eligible stays are at Best Western properties in the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean, and members can earn up to 20,000 bonus points. Here’s everything you need to know to register, qualify, and maximize this offer.

British Airways Avios Devaluation Coming December 15 — Here’s What We Know So Far About New Pricing

by Harrison Pierce

December 3, 2025

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On December 15, 2025, British Airways will increase both number of Avios required for a redemption and the taxes and fees you'll pay on that redemption. While disappointing, it's not entirely surprising. Luckily, the price increase seems manageable, at least for now. Here's what you need to know.

Score a Welcome Offer as High as 100,000 Points With the Ultra-Rewarding Amex Gold Card

by Tyler Glatt

December 3, 2025

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If you're looking for a card that generously rewards the purchases you make most, the American Express® Gold Card is a top contender. And now is an excellent time to apply! New applicants could be targeted for a welcome offer as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards points. Here are all the details.

Citi ThankYou to Lose Aeromexico Rewards as a Transfer Partner — Here’s the Timeline

by Harrison Pierce

December 3, 2025

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In early 2026, Citi ThankYou® Points will lose Aeromexico Rewards as a transfer partner. Luckily, this won't have a huge impact on most travelers, as Aeromexico makes it difficult to book award redemptions. Here's what you need to know about this development, and when the partnership is winding down.

Airline Shopping Portal Promotions: Southwest Offering 1,000 Rapid Rewards Points for Cyber Week

by Skye Class

December 3, 2025

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After a huge round of airline shopping portals for Black Friday, Southwest has already launched a promotion for December. It's a simple one. Rapid Rewards members can earn 1,000 bonus points after reaching the spending threshold by December 6. Here are all the details.

American Airlines Mileage Sale: Buy AAdvantage® Miles With Up to a 40% Discount

by Andrew George Bradshaw and Harrison Pierce

December 3, 2025

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American Airlines just launched a new promotion for buying miles -- letting AAdvantage® members grab miles with up to a 40% discount. At the optimal purchase 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. Let's dive into some examples to see if buying miles during this promotion makes sense for you.

Unlock Luxury for Less: Buy Hilton Honors Points With up to a 100% Bonus (0.5¢ Each)

by Andrew George Bradshaw and JT Genter

December 3, 2025

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Hilton Honors is offering a 100% bonus on purchased points — letting travelers buy Hilton points for just 0.5¢ per point. That makes it possible to score luxury hotels at a serious discount. But when does buying Hilton points actually make sense? We break down the math, top redemption examples, and how to maximize this promo.

Southwest Adds Fifth International Airline Partner: Condor

by Harrison Pierce

December 2, 2025

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It's been a busy year for Southwest. The Dallas-based airline just announced its fifth international airline partner with Frankfurt-based Condor, giving Rapid Rewards members an easy path to Europe. Here's everything you need to know about the partnership, including how to book flights beginning January 19, 2026.

Capital One to Devalue Transfers to Emirates Skywards — Here’s the Timeline and New Ratio

by Harrison Pierce

December 2, 2025

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We've got more bad news regarding point transfers to Emirates Skywards. After Citi and Amex devalued point transfers and Chase removed Emirates completely as a transfer partner, Capital One is the latest issuer to announce a devaluation of transfers to Emirates Skywards. Thankfully you still have time to act before this devaluation takes effect.

Chase Unveils a Brand-New Two Story Sapphire Lounge at the Las Vegas Airport — Here’s a Look Inside

by Tyler Glatt

December 2, 2025

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Chase's long-awaited Sapphire Lounge by The Club is set to open its doors at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) on December 3, 2025. Here's a look inside the issuer's brand-new two-story lounge, and everything you need to know about where it is, how to access it, and what amenities you'll find inside.

JetBlue Flash Sale: Use This Promo Code to Save 35% Off Select Flights

by Skye Class

December 2, 2025

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JetBlue just launched its biggest promotion of the year for Travel Tuesday, offering 35% off all flights booked on December 2 and 3. Here's the promo code to use, eligible dates, and the restrictions of this sweet deal.

Delta Unveils Changes to Elite Choice Benefits for 2026

by Harrison Pierce

December 8, 2025

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Delta just unveiled changes to the Choice Benefits available to Platinum and Diamond Medallion members. These changes take effect in 2026, and they are largely good news. Here's what you need to know.

The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Hong Kong Is Closing Soon — Here’s What We Know

by Harrison Pierce

December 2, 2025

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If you can believe it, the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at the Hong Kong International Airport will close on January 5, 2026. This was the first location for the now beloved Sapphire Lounges, so it's surprising to hear that it will shut down in a little over a month. Here's what we know.

Buy Flying Blue Miles With an 80% Bonus — Book Business Class to Europe for $1,017

by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt

December 2, 2025

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Flying Blue just launched an 80% bonus on purchased miles through December 22, 2025 — bringing the price down to just 1.69¢ each. That’s enough to book a one-way business class flight to Europe for around $1,017 in purchased miles. If you’re planning premium travel, we break down whether this promo is worth it and the redemptions to target.

Get 40% off a Point.me Standard or Premium Subscription With These Promo Codes

by Tyler Glatt

December 8, 2025

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Searching for award availability doesn't have to be complicated. Tools like Point.me make it easy to find bookable seats. Just plug in your itinerary and the necessary details, then peruse the results. It's that simple. Even better, you can save 40% on the cost of a Standard or Premium subscription by using these promo codes.

Final Day: 50% Off My Favorite Deal Alert Service for Cheap Flights and Award Availability

by JT Genter

December 2, 2025

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Today's the last day to save 50% off Thrifty Traveler Premium subscriptions. From cheap flights to Europe to unicorn-level award availability, Thrifty Traveler Premium alerts you to it all — including by text message if you opt into that option. Here's more about what you get with Thrifty Traveler Premium and why we think its worth it.

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Get 3k Points for Linking Your Marriott and Uber Accounts and Riding Once — Here’s How

Unlock Luxury for Less: IHG Points on Sale With a 100% Bonus Through December 15 (0.5¢ Each)

Miles & More Mileage Bargains for December 2025: No U.S. Options, But There are Cheap Alternatives

RESERVE by CLEAR Is Gone — Here’s What’s (Sort of) Replaced It

Get More for Less: Apply Now and Double-Dip on These Citi Strata Elite Card Credits in Year One

IHG One Rewards Points Expiration Policy — How to Keep Your Points From Expiring

The Best Small-Business Credit Card Offers for December 2025

American Airlines Launches ‘AAdvantage Gold Pass’ — But Are the Benefits Worth the Massive Cost?

RIP Sweet Spot: Miles&Smiles Kills Off Cheap United Awards to Hawaii, Increases Rates Up to 167%

Capital One Platinum Secured Credit Card Review: A Simple Tool for Building or Repairing Credit

United Cardholders Can Now Earn 2X MileagePlus Miles on Rent Paid Through Bilt — Here’s How

Status Match to Royal Air Maroc for Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald Status

Accor and Flying Blue Launch 30% Transfer Bonus — Book Business Class to Europe From 47k Accor Points

Top Credit Card Offers for December 2025 — 15 Offers Worth Over $1,500!

Best Western Promotions: Earn 5k Bonus Points in the U.S., Caribbean, and More — Up to 20k Points

British Airways Avios Devaluation Coming December 15 — Here’s What We Know So Far About New Pricing

Score a Welcome Offer as High as 100,000 Points With the Ultra-Rewarding Amex Gold Card

Citi ThankYou to Lose Aeromexico Rewards as a Transfer Partner — Here’s the Timeline

Airline Shopping Portal Promotions: Southwest Offering 1,000 Rapid Rewards Points for Cyber Week

American Airlines Mileage Sale: Buy AAdvantage® Miles With Up to a 40% Discount

Unlock Luxury for Less: Buy Hilton Honors Points With up to a 100% Bonus (0.5¢ Each)

Southwest Adds Fifth International Airline Partner: Condor

Capital One to Devalue Transfers to Emirates Skywards — Here’s the Timeline and New Ratio

Chase Unveils a Brand-New Two Story Sapphire Lounge at the Las Vegas Airport — Here’s a Look Inside

JetBlue Flash Sale: Use This Promo Code to Save 35% Off Select Flights

Delta Unveils Changes to Elite Choice Benefits for 2026

The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Hong Kong Is Closing Soon — Here’s What We Know

Buy Flying Blue Miles With an 80% Bonus — Book Business Class to Europe for $1,017

Get 40% off a Point.me Standard or Premium Subscription With These Promo Codes

Final Day: 50% Off My Favorite Deal Alert Service for Cheap Flights and Award Availability