Status Match to Royal Air Maroc for Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald Status by Tyler Glatt January 2, 2024 0 Royal Air Maroc is out with a new status match offer, giving prospective Safar Flyer members a chance to earn Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald status. Here's all you need to know about Royal Air Maroc's status match offer — including what it costs and some things to think about before you apply.
IHG Status Match: What Are Your Options? by Jenna Hansen January 1, 2024 0 IHG doesn't offer a standing status match to other hotels' elite status programs, but you can open an IHG card or join InterContinental Ambassador to gain IHG elite status without staying tons of nights or spending a lot of money. Plus, there are fast-track opportunities available semi-regularly. Here are your options for getting IHG status quickly.
Which Credit Card Should You Use To Pay Award Taxes and Fees? by Ian Snyder and Jess Farley December 31, 2023 11 Using the right credit card to pay award taxes and fees associated with your award ticket can really save you in a pinch. The card you use may come with significant insurance that could cover you for reasons ranging from weather to medical emergency. You may not need any travel insurance depending on the benefits afforded to you just by using the right credit card.
All About the Wyndham Rewards Loyalty Program by Dan Miller December 30, 2023 9 The Wyndham Rewards hotel loyalty program offers four different elite status levels and several ways to earn and redeem Wyndham points. Points are redeemed at three flat levels without dynamic pricing and can even be used at vacation homes. Here's everything you should know about this program.
How To Maximize Your Citi Rewards+ 10% Points Rebate by Jenna Hansen February 17, 2024 2 The Citi Rewards+® Card offers 10% points back on all redemptions for a max of 10,000 points back during the calendar year. This is a fantastic benefit that we want you to know how to maximize over the course of the year.
How Does Bilt Rewards Stack Up for Earning Rewards by Paying Rent? by Ross Denkin December 29, 2023 15 For points and miles enthusiasts, a great source of organic spending can be monthly rent payments. Unfortunately, many property management companies charge a sizable fee for paying by credit card. Bilt offers the ability to earn points on rent payments without transaction fees, but there are some quirks to navigate. Should Bilt factor into your rewards strategy with its refreshed program for 2024? Let's take a look.
Virgin Hotels Promotion Offers Discounted Stays in Dallas by Sam Helmy January 1, 2025 0 Virgin Red has a new promotion letting you book one-, two-, or three-night stays at Virgin Hotels Dallas for 25,000, 45,000, and 67,500 points, respectively. The offer is valid for stays through December 31, 2024.
LATAM Pass Extends Its Status Match Program. Use This To Get Perks When Flying Delta. by JT Genter September 11, 2024 8 LATAM Pass is offering a $199 status match to U.S.-based elites (plus other select countries) that hold status in one of 30 different frequent-flyer programs. This limited-time offer grants status through March 31, 2025. If you’re headed to South America, or plan to fly with LATAM’s partners (such as Delta, Japan Airlines, Qantas, and Qatar Airways), this is a great chance to secure elite benefits for a semi-affordable fee.
How to Transfer Capital One Miles to Airline and Hotel Partners: A Step-By-Step Guide by Tyler Glatt December 27, 2023 0 The best way to extract maximum value from your Capital One Miles is to transfer them to one (or several) of Capital One's airline and hotel transfer partners. Thankfully, Capital One makes the transfer process pretty straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
Survey Says: Travel Companies Make Us Madder Than Any Other Industry by Sam Helmy December 27, 2023 1 A recent survey unveils what we all implicitly seem to know: Travel makes us emotional. The travel sector leads all other sectors in terms of negatively emotive language in reviews. Here are the travel companies that make us the most mad — and the four travel companies surprisingly make the list of least-maddening companies.
The 6 Best Hotel Rewards Cards for Earning Points and Free Nights by Samantha Holland and Jess Farley December 27, 2023 108 Hotel rewards cards are the most cost-effective way of scoring free stays and elite status benefits at major hotel chains. There are plenty of good options, so we've picked our favorites based on their welcome bonus, earning potential, and the benefits you get just for holding the card.
How To Get Proof of CDW/LDW Insurance From Your Credit Card Provider by Jenna Hansen December 26, 2023 35 If you've ever rented a car, you've probably received a hard sell on purchasing insurance as part of the rental agreement. The fee can range anywhere from $10 to $50 per day. The good news? Your credit card might provide a complimentary Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance. Here's how to get proof of your credit card's coverage so you aren't stuck paying for something you don't need.
Now You Can Earn Points and Miles When Playing and Dining Topgolf by Skye Class December 26, 2023 0 Topgolf is now part of airline and hotel dining programs. That means members can earn points and miles when dining at Topgolf. This isn't necessarily the best deal at Topgolf, but it's another way to earn points and miles when you head out for the evening.
How To Convert Capital One Cash Back to Miles for Transfer Partners by Ashley Onadele and Ryan Smith December 26, 2023 5 If you hold multiple credit cards with Capital One, it is possible to convert your cash back rewards into miles that can then be used with transfer partners. In this post, we look at how to convert cash back to miles with Capital One, why this is a deal, and which cards gain value because of this possibility.
Best Credit Cards for Travel Purchases in May 2025 by Patrick Stouffer and JT Genter May 4, 2025 49 Redeeming points and miles for travel is the endgame for all award travelers, but even the most seasoned point collectors have to cough up some hard-earned cash sometimes. That's why it's essential to have a great card for travel purchases. Here's a roundup of all the best cards for travel purchases.
How Points and Miles Helped Me Visit Every Country in the World by Ryan Smith December 25, 2023 7 I recently completed my goal of visiting every country in the world. I probably would've eventually completed this goal in the future, years from now, at a much slower and more expensive pace. Instead, learning about points and miles greatly accelerated the number of countries I could afford to visit every year.
How Does the Ritz-Carlton Card’s $300 Annual Travel Credit Work? by Ashley Onadele December 25, 2023 24 The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card is no longer available to new cardholders, but this premium travel card is still available to existing cardholders of a Marriott-branded Chase credit card via a product change. Here's what you need to know about one of the card's marquis benefits: a $300 annual travel credit.
Marriott Fairfield Copenhagen Offers Half the Normal Earnings by Skye Class December 25, 2023 0 A keen-eyed observer might notice Marriott is offering much lower rewards for Europe's first Fairfield hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. This is an unusual circumstance but makes us wonder if we will see further changes to member rewards at future Fairfield hotels in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
A Brief Guide to the United Airlines-Deutsche Bahn Partnership by Tyler Glatt December 25, 2023 0 United Airlines has teamed up with Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bahn to make integrated air and rail journeys a seamless reality. United passengers flying between the U.S. and Frankfurt can now take advantage of Deutsche Bahn's expansive route network to connect between FRA and dozens of cities via rail — all on one single ticket. Here's all you need to know.
All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve® by Jenna Hansen January 4, 2025 0 The Chase Sapphire Reserve® comes with many hotel benefits. These include VIP treatment at Hotel Relais & Chateaux properties, a $300 travel credit, boosted points in the Chase Travel℠ Portal, and more. This article covers each of these perks so you know how to maximize them.
How To Use the IHG Calendar Search To Find the Best Award and Cash Rates by Jenna Hansen December 24, 2023 4 If you find yourself with the itch to plan a trip and flexibility is on your side, using a feature like the IHG award calendar can help save you a chunk of points or cash. It can also save you time. Rather than having to search night after night for the cheapest pricing, you can view availability and costs for an entire month at a time.
Iberia Visa Signature® Card Review: Big Savings Available, but No Free Checked Bag by Carissa Rawson December 24, 2023 0 The Iberia Visa Signature® Card offers decent benefits for its $95 annual fee. This includes an unlimited 10% discounted on all Iberia flights and the ability to earn a $1,000 travel credit. It also earns Avios, which can be transferred instantly to the Avios programs of British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Qatar Airways. However, there are some quirks to this card. Is it right for you? Read our detailed review to find out.
Our Favorite Unheralded Credit Card Perks by Carissa Rawson September 16, 2024 1 Credit card issuers do their best to entice customers to stick around with perks like elite status, statement credits, and bonus points on eligible categories of spending. But what about those lesser-known benefits? Who uses those, and where do they fit in? Let's find out.
The 7 Best No-Annual-Fee Business Rewards Credit Cards in 2024 by Ryan Smith and Tyler Glatt December 23, 2023 31 Using a small-business rewards credit card gives you a huge advantage to accumulate points for travel or earn extra cash back. And businesses with limited spending power or those averse to paying an annual fee aren't without options. These are the best business credit cards with no annual fee.
New: You Can Now Book Hilton Free Night Rewards via Hilton’s Website Chat by JT Genter March 28, 2024 2 The Hilton Free Night Reward is arguably the most valuable hotel free night award available. You can redeem this certificate for a free night at almost any Hilton property. The hassle has been having to call Hilton to redeem it. The good news is you can now book Hilton free night rewards right on Hilton's website by using the agent chat function. Here's how to get a real agent and tips on how to make the process as easy as possible.
And Another One: Amex Adds ”Family” Language to the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card by Tyler Glatt December 22, 2023 0 Another American Express card has fallen victim to the inclusion of "family" language. This time, it's the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card. According to the updated terms, you may not be eligible to receive the welcome offer on the card if you've previously carried it or the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card. Here's what you should know about the changes to the fine print on the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card as part of this unfortunate trend.
Big Changes to Bilt Rewards’ Elite Status Program — What You Need To Know by Tyler Glatt January 3, 2024 2 Now that the calendar has flipped to 2024, the Bilt Rewards elite status program looks a little different. Updates cover how Bilt status is earned, and it'll soon be even more valuable to collect Bilt points courtesy of Milestone Rewards (not to mention the ever-growing list of transfer partners). Here's all you need to know about the changes to the Bilt Rewards program.
How To Use Points and Miles for Vacation Home Rentals by Tyler Glatt July 2, 2024 1 Using points and miles to reserve vacation rental properties is a creative way to avoid the status quo of a hotel on your next family vacation. There are plenty of ways to do it and dozens of ways to earn the points required to cover the entire cost of your stay — or a substantial portion of it. Here's how.
