Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program

Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program

Marriott Platinum Elite status is one of the best mid-tier hotel statuses you can earn — unlocking perks like free breakfast, room upgrades (including suites), 4 pm late checkout, and access to executive lounges. Even better, you don’t need to spend 50 nights a year to get it. Here’s what makes Platinum the Marriott Bonvoy sweet spot — and how to earn it faster with the right credit cards.
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Citi Gift Card Sale: Save 10% When You Redeem ThankYou Points for Ulta, Lowes, Gap & More

Citi is offering a 10% discount on select gift cards — including Banana Republic, Gap, Old Navy, and more — when you redeem ThankYou® Points through May 11, 2025. That means you can snag a $25 gift card for just 2,250 points. It’s not the highest-value redemption, but it’s a practical one. Here's how the deal works — and whether it's worth it.

Chase to Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus: Book Delta Awards From 6k Points, Biz to Europe From 24k Points

Chase just launched a new 25% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Now through June 15, 2025, Chase Ultimate Rewards cardholders will receive 1,250 Virgin points for every 1,000 Ultimate Rewards points you transfer. That unlocks incredible redemptions within the U.S. and business class to Europe and Asia. Here's how to maximize this Flying Club transfer bonus.

What Makes Capital One Landing Lounges Different — And How You Can Access Them

Capital One is redefining the airport lounge experience with its new Landing concept — and it’s all about the food. Designed in collaboration with celebrity chef José Andrés, these lounges blend restaurant-quality dining with the comfort of a premium lounge. Here's what makes Capital One Landing different from the issuer’s traditional lounges, what’s on the menu, and how you can get access.

How to Fly Delta One Lie-Flat Seats on Domestic Routes in May 2025

Delta mostly uses its internationally-configured aircraft, well, on international flights. However, during May 2025, Delta has scheduled widebody aircraft with lay-flat business class seats on 1,931 domestic U.S. flights. That's an average of around 62 flights a day! In this article, we list out all 50 routes and the exact flights where you'll find these aircraft flying within the U.S. Plus, we'll show you the best ways to book these flights with points and miles.