AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee by Jenna Hansen April 27, 2024 0 The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card is an okay option with no annual fee and a few benefits. It earns 2X on AA purchases and at grocery stores. If you're trying to earn AA miles in as many ways as possible, then you might consider adding this card to your collection. Otherwise, there are better options for benefits. However, for those wanting to earn miles with no annual fee, you might be interested.
Score a Comped Stay at Atlantis Bahamas Yearly Through This Credit Card Benefit by Brie Bash February 8, 2025 1 Want to know how to leverage a $95 per year credit card to score a complimentary stay at Atlantis Bahamas each year? We've got all the details on this valuable indirect credit card perk and how to take advantage of it.
IHG Offer: Free Month of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV by Skye Class June 26, 2024 0 IHG One Rewards members can get a free month of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+ through June 25, 2024. If you like soccer and have an Apple account, you should take advantage of this offer. Here are the details on how to claim your free month.
A Complete Guide to JetBlue’s TrueBlue Loyalty Program by Ian Snyder April 26, 2024 18 Last year, JetBlue revamped its Mosaic elite status earning requirements and Mosaic elite perks. Nearly everyone came out ahead in the revamped TrueBlue program, which expanded on simplicity with added rewards even for those without elite status. Here's everything you need to know about JetBlue TrueBlue.
How To Use Chase Points for Flights by Brie Bash June 24, 2025 0 Chase Ultimate Rewards are well-known for being one of the most valuable transferable points available. While there are a number of ways to redeem Chase points, some of the best value can be found by using Ultimate Rewards to book flights. Here is everything you need to know about booking awards flights with your Chase Ultimate Rewards points.
Ramp Rewards Launches New Transferable Points Program by JT Genter April 26, 2024 1 Last week, AwardWallet broke the news that Ramp seemed to be on the verge of launching a transferable points program. And sure enough, Ramp just soft-launched a new option to transfer rewards to 10 different airline and hotel transfer partners. Here's what we know so far about this new transferable points program.
Delta Boarding Order Explained: How New Boarding Zones Work by Mark Jackson July 30, 2025 0 On May 1, 2024, Delta is changing how its boarding process works. Now, flyers will board by "zones," and most of the changes affect flyers boarding the plane first. See how the changes affect your next flight in this post.
Here’s What Your Hyatt Points Are Worth Toward Mr & Mrs Smith Bookings by Tyler Glatt April 25, 2024 1 The big news is that Hyatt's partnership with Mr & Mrs Smith officially launched. While it's easy to get excited by the shiny, new object, one of the easy-to-miss details with the integration is that Hyatt opted to price award nights at Mr & Mrs Smith properties dynamically. Before you empty your World of Hyatt account on a stay at a participating property, it's worth revisiting what your Hyatt points are worth to ensure you get the most out of your points.
How To Book a DVC Rental (Disney Vacation Club) at Disney World by Samantha Holland April 24, 2024 0 Save thousands booking a Deluxe Walt Disney World resort by renting DVC. Disney Vacation Club timeshare owners rent out their points, allowing Disney fans to enjoy all the benefits of a Deluxe Disney Villa at a fraction of the cost.
Lufthansa First Class Award Availability Once Again Bookable Through LifeMiles. Here’s Why That Matters. by JT Genter April 24, 2024 6 After another extended outage, Avianca LifeMiles members can once again book Lufthansa business and first class awards. Between affordable mileage rates, no fuel surcharges, extensive transfer partners, and a recent United MileagePlus devaluation, here's why the restoration of this sweet spot is great news for travelers.
U.S. Department of Transportation Cracks Down on Junk and Hidden Airline Fees by Tyler Glatt April 24, 2024 1 In a couple of final rulings announced this morning by the U.S. Department of Transportation, significant changes are coming through increased passenger protections, transparency, and eliminating airline junk fees. Here's what this regulation means for you and when it's expected to go into effect.
When Do Air New Zealand Airpoints Expire? by Sam Helmy April 24, 2024 0 Air New Zealand Airpoints will expire after a fixed period...sort of. There's no way to reset the expiration clock, unfortunately, but your Airpoints won't expire for a couple of years. Here's how the policy works.
United Hikes International First Class Award Prices by as Much as 100% by Tyler Glatt April 23, 2024 0 There's little incentive to stockpile United MileagePlus miles to make an international first class redemption on the likes of ANA and Lufthansa. And given a recent no-notice devaluation, there's even less of a reason to make these aspirational redemptions with United miles, as they cost 27% to 100% more now than before. Here's what we know about United's no-notice partner devaluation.
The Top Hotels for Using Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card Free Nights by Miguel Rueda and Brie Bash April 23, 2024 78 Multiple Marriott credit cards provide free night awards automatically on your account anniversary each year. Here, we look at maximizing these awards with some of our top picks for redeeming your free nights, no matter how many points they're worth.
Why I’m Considering Applying for the Mastercard® Black Card™ by Carissa Rawson April 23, 2024 1 Everyone is sleeping on the Mastercard® Black Card™, but I'm halfway convinced to apply for an account. This is thanks to its Priority Pass membership, which grants cardholders and their guests unlimited visits to lounges and restaurants alike. That's unheard of in the world of ever-reducing benefits. Am I crazy, or is this card worth holding?
Chase To Offer Temporary Sapphire Lounge, Ticket Packages to PGA Championship by Tyler Glatt May 20, 2024 0 The 2024 PGA Championship tees off next month in Louisville, Kentucky. And if you happen to be both a golf fan and a Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholder, Chase will make your visit to the green more comfortable — starting with access to tickets. Here's a look at the Sapphire Reserve-exclusive benefits available at the 2024 PGA Championship.
20X Southwest Rapid Rewards Points for Carbon Offset Donations to Mark Earth Day by Skye Class April 22, 2024 4 In celebration of Earth Day 2024, Southwest is offering Rapid Rewards members the ability to earn 20 Rapid Rewards points for every dollar donated through the Southwest Carbon Offset program now through May 19, 2024. Here are the details about the Southwest Carbon Offset program, and how you can maximize your points through this promotion.
How To Earn Miles Through the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Shopping Portal by Tyler Glatt April 22, 2024 0 If you want to earn a lot of Mileage Plan miles, Alaska Airlines' shopping portal should be on your radar. You'll earn some of the most valuable airline miles on your everyday purchases. Even better, Mileage Plan Shopping is free to use. Just sign in, activate an offer, and complete your purchase. Soon enough, you'll have all the miles you need to fund that next trip. Here's how it works.
How To Get Rental Car Elite Status for Free by Skye Class January 1, 2025 54 One of the feel-good milestones of travel is achieving elite status within a loyalty program. What feels even better? Getting elite status for free, thanks to holding the right credit card, through your existing elite status, or by status matching from another program. Here are all the shortcuts to rental car elite status.
Survey Says: You Have More Ways To Use Points. But That’s Not Necessarily Good News. by Ryan Smith April 21, 2024 1 If you're like me, you feel like there are ever-increasing options for using your points. In fact, the data backs it up. But this expansion of redemption options isn't good in and of itself. Here's why new ways to use your points aren't necessarily a good thing.
Multiply Your Flying Blue Miles: Boost Recent Earnings up to 12X by Ryan Smith April 21, 2024 4 Flying Blue — the award program shared between Air France, KLM, Aircalin, Transavia, and TAROM — offers a deal called "multiply your miles." This offer lets members multiply their recent earnings by up to 12x. However, there are numerous restrictions to navigate on what miles you can multiply and who is eligible, plus the pricing won't make sense for most people.
Why I Intentionally Paid a Foreign Transaction Fee While Overseas by JT Genter April 20, 2024 5 Foreign transaction fees can be an obnoxious part of international travel. No one likes to pay an additional ~3% on every transaction just for using a credit card outside the United States. But this week, I intentionally used a credit card that charged a foreign transaction fee instead of one of the cards in my wallet with no foreign transaction fees. Here's the story why.
Chase Freedom Flex Card Review: A Worthy Addition to Your Chase Card Lineup by Ashley Onadele and JT Genter June 10, 2025 89 The Chase Freedom Flex℠ is a strong earner in the Ultimate Rewards family of cards. It offers many of the best benefits of the Chase Freedom® and the Chase Freedom Unlimited® — including no annual fee and generous spending categories. In addition, the Freedom Flex comes with a unique set of benefits, from complimentary cell phone protection to savings with Lyft and DoorDash.
Hilton Prepares Launch of Small Luxury Hotels Partnership, Provides Updates by Tyler Glatt and Ryan Smith April 19, 2024 0 Ever since announcing a partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World back in February, we've been waiting for Hilton to fill us in on the details. What will this partnership look like? How many Hilton Honors points will a free night cost? Here's what we know so far.
Scoop: Ramp To Launch New Transferrable Points Program by JT Genter April 19, 2024 0 Launching transferrable points programs seems to be the latest trend, and we couldn't be happier to see it. Earlier this month, Wells Fargo Rewards launched a new transferrable points program. Now, it seems Ramp Rewards is on the verge of doing the same. Here's what we know so far and the details of the leak that unveiled this exciting new development.
Bilt Rewards Partners With BLADE To Offer Point Earning and Elite Perks (Including a Free Flight!) by Tyler Glatt April 19, 2024 1 Bilt Rewards and BLADE just launched a new partnership, offering Bilt Rewards members point earnings and exclusive perks on BLADE flights. From lounge access to free BLADE flights, here's what Bilt Rewards members need to know about Bilt's partnership with BLADE.
How To Check Your Credit Score for Free by Jenna Hansen April 19, 2024 2 Knowing and understanding your credit score is important in many aspects of life — from buying a home or car to opening new credit cards. There are many ways to check your score for free. Most banks offer free checks, along with other non-bank options. This article takes a look all of the ways to make sure you're on top of your credit score and credit report.
How To Earn Avianca LifeMiles: A Complete Guide by Ian Snyder April 18, 2024 0 There are plenty of ways to earn Avianca LifeMiles, and we cover all of them here. From flying with Avianca and its partners to earning lots of points using credit cards, you have multiple great strategies at your disposal. It's even worth considering buying LifeMiles at times, as the value can make sense in certain situations. Here's everything you need to know about earning LifeMiles.
All You Need To Know About the Wyndham Rewards Business Program by Tyler Glatt April 18, 2024 2 Business programs are all the rage these days, offering perks, rewards, and more to organizations that pledge loyalty. Wyndham is the latest brand to try its luck at winning over business travelers, doing so by rolling out the Wyndham Rewards Business program. Here's what you need to know about the Wyndham Rewards Business program to decide whether it's worth enrolling.
Transfer Marriott Bonvoy Points to Nearly 40 Airline Partners, Get Up to 50% Bonus Miles by Tyler Glatt April 18, 2024 54 Marriott Bonvoy lets members transfer points to :marriott_partners_air: airlines, mostly at a 3:1 transfer ratio. That's a great option for topping off airline mileage accounts. Even better, you'll get a 5,000-mile bonus when you transfer at least 60,000 Bonvoy points at a time. And that bonus is doubled when transferring Bonvoy points to United, resulting in a potential 50% bonus. Here are all of the details you need to know about this transfer option.
