Best & Worst U.S. Airports for Cheap Deals on International Flights by Sam Helmy October 16, 2022 3 Scott's Cheap Flights recently released its rankings for the best and worst US airports for cheap international travel in the last 12 months. Here are the top 10 and bottom 10 - and how you can use this information to help plan your travels.
Air Canada Aeroplan and Avis Partner to Offer Status Match Opportunity by Skye Class October 16, 2022 2 Avis and Air Canada Aeroplan just announced a new partnership. As part of this new partnership, Aeroplan elites and premium credit cardholders can claim Avis Preferred Plus or even President's Club elite status. Here are the details of which Avis elite status you can claim and how to do so.
[Resolved] Capital One Just Launched a New Transfer Bonus, But Don’t Transfer Miles Yet by JT Genter October 15, 2022 2 Today, Capital One seems to launch a new transfer bonus. However, we don't recommend transferring miles yet. Although miles are immediately transferred to the airline, the transfer bonus isn't posting. Instead, miles are simply transferring at a 1:1 transfer ratio. Here's what we know about this issue.
Hilton Honors Drops ‘Weekend’ Requirement From Free Night Rewards by Skye Class October 14, 2022 0 Great news Hilton Amex cardholders! Hilton Honors "Weekend Free Night Rewards" can now be used any night of the week. Going forward, these certificates will simply be called Hilton Free Night Rewards. Here's how to earn these valuable free night certificates.
Radisson Rewards Americas Gives 25% Rebate on RewardSaver Rooms by Skye Class October 12, 2022 0 Radisson Rewards Americas (not Worldwide) is running a promotion this month to get a 25% rebate when booking RewardSaver rooms before October 19, 2022. This could be a good promotion to take advantage of if you have some trips planned before the holidays start.
Purchase British Airways Avios Through New Avios Subscription Plan by Sam Helmy October 12, 2022 1 British Airways launched a new subscription plan to purchase Avios. The new plan has four levels allowing you to purchase between 20,000 and 200,000 Avios per year. With this promotion, you can effectively purchase Avios for less than one cent apiece - but only if your account is registered in the U.K.
Delta Updates Its Million Miler Program With New Gift Options by Sam Helmy October 9, 2022 1 This week, Delta Air Line upgraded and enhanced its Million Miler Program. The improvements include an enhanced selection of gifts, a new website, and a better welcome experience overall. Here are photos of the new options.
Amex Launches 4-Month Free Panera Bread Unlimited Sip Club Subscription by Skye Class October 9, 2022 17 Amex has brought back a great promotion from last year just in time for the holidays. Amex cardholders can once again get free coffee and tea at Panera Bread. You can claim a 4-month Unlimited Sip Club subscription when enrolling with your Amex card. If you live near one of Panera Bread's 2,000+ locations, this is a nice offer to take advantage of. The primary limitation is that you must not be a current Unlimited Sip Club subscriber.
Marriott Bonvoy Week of Wonders is Back! by Sam Helmy October 7, 2022 0 Marriott Bonvoy relaunched its Week of Wonders promotion again this year. Now through October 13, 2022, you can receive a host of deals on a wide range of activities, such as discounted award night bookings, bonus points and discounts on cash bookings, 50% bonus on Bonvoy point purchases, and even bonus points for dining out!
ANA Increased Fuel Surcharges; Here’s Why Those Prices Fluctuate by Sam Helmy March 1, 2024 4 ANA just increased the fuel surcharges it levies on flights on its own flights. The new charges applied to tickets booked on or after October 1, 2022. The new surcharges are a substantial increase on the previous ones and will negatively impact the value of ANA awards. But thankfully you can avoid paying fuel surcharges entirely by booking through the right partner. Here are a few options to consider.
American Airlines Cardmember Appreciation Week and Sweepstakes by Skye Class October 2, 2022 3 American Airlines is celebrating 35 years of Citi/AAdvantage Mastercards with a cardmember appreciation week centered around the theme of 35, and a social media sweepstakes. There are quite a few rewards you can earn through these promotions, plus a trip valued at up to $35,000 plus 350,000 AAdvantage miles through the sweepstakes.
The Latest Update From the AwardWallet Blog by JT Genter October 1, 2022 1 Today, the AwardWallet Blog announces a new Editor-In-Chief. Here's what to expect from the blog going forward, how you can customize your post notifications, how comments work on the blog, and AwardWallet tools that can help you efficiently earn and burn your points and miles.
New Offer to Earn Southwest A-List Elite Status Faster by Sam Helmy September 27, 2022 0 Through November 30, 2022, you can register to have all your Southwest reward flights count towards your tier status segment qualification. Also, if you purchase a Southwest fare for cash, you can earn double elite qualifying points.
Flight Cancellation Period Passed? Trying Changing Your Flight to Save Your Award by Ross Denkin September 24, 2022 5 Travel plans can change at the drop of a hat, especially in this day and age. If changes are required too close to scheduled travel, airline policies may seem to leave award travelers with no option but to forfeit the points or miles used for booking. However, that may not actually be the case. Here's my strategy for saving award when you have to cancel at the last minute.
Transfer Membership Rewards Points to Qantas With a 20% Bonus by Sam Helmy September 23, 2022 11 One of the 12 ongoing American Express Membership Rewards transfer bonuses is a transfer bonus to Qantas. Through September 30, 2022, you will receive a 20% bonus when you transfer your Membership Rewards points to Qantas Points. This can be a great value for booking flights on partner airlines like American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Book partner awards for as few as 8k Qantas points.
Purchase Southwest Airlines Upgraded Boarding Online Starting at $30 by Skye Class September 23, 2022 1 Southwest Airlines recently extended the period for purchasing an Upgraded Boarding pass for A1-15 boarding positions. The option is available online from 24 hours up to 30 minutes before the flight. Upgrades are as little as $30 per segment.
Marriott Unveils Two New Credit Cards, Improves Bonvoy Brilliant Card, Boosts Bonus on Other Cards by JT Genter September 22, 2022 0 Today, Marriott is shaking up its credit card portfolio by introducing two new co-branded credit cards and making major changes to the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card card. Plus, Marriott has solid sign-up bonus offers on two existing cards. Here's what you need to know about these changes.
Delta Now Lets You Pay Baggage Fees Using SkyMiles by Sam Helmy September 21, 2022 3 Delta just introduced the ability to pay for your checked bags using Delta SkyMiles. The facility is currently being tested at several U.S. airports, although it is expected to be rolled out across the U.S. soon. Here's what you need to know about the redemption rate and whether or not it's a good deal.
New and Existing Members: Claim 500 Free Spirit Points, Plus Free Spirit Status Match by Skye Class September 20, 2022 2 Spirit Airlines just launched a simple promotion offering new and existing members 500 Free Spirit points. Plus, airline elite status members can claim a free status match to the Free Spirit program. Whether you're a fan of Spirit Airlines or not, getting 500 Free Spirit points just for registering is a nice bonus. Here's how to claim it.
Earn Up to 15,000 Bonus Turkish Airlines Miles for IHG Stays by Sam Helmy September 19, 2022 0 Earn up to 15,000 Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles bonus miles with IHG's latest promotion. Through December 31, 2022, you can earn 1,000 Turkish bonus miles per eligible stay of two nights or more at IHG properties worldwide. However, you'll need to opt into earning Miles&Smiles instead of IHG One Rewards points. Here's how to take advantage of this promotion.
You Can Now Book Aeroplan Stopovers Awards Online by Sam Helmy September 18, 2022 0 Air Canada Aeroplan now allows you to book award stopover awards directly via its website. This is a significant change since you previously had to find your awards, then contact an Air Canada Aeroplan center to finalize your booking - paying a phone booking fee for the pleasure of doing so.
Air France/KLM Flying Blue Lowers Mileage Requirements for Transatlantic Economy Awards by Ross Denkin September 18, 2022 2 Air France/KLM Flying Blue recently adjusted its award rates between North America and Europe. But surprisingly this is actually good news. Standard transatlantic economy class award rates now begin at just 15,000 miles. These new, lower redemption rates vary by city. Here's a chart of the cheapest award prices we are finding on Flying Blue's 39 transatlantic nonstop routes.
How I Used Points and Miles to Save on My Move Across the Country by Ross Denkin September 17, 2022 0 Points and miles often help make incredibly lavish or exotic leisure travel possible. However, sometimes the most memorable points and miles redemptions come in the form of domestic travel - and not for vacations. For instance, points and miles helped drastically reduce the cost of travel ahead of a recent cross-country move. Here are my takeaways and some lessons for your travels.
Emirates and JetBlue Mileage Partnership Ending October 30 by Sam Helmy September 16, 2022 1 Emirates and JetBlue announced the termination of their decade-long partnership. Effective October 30, 2022, members of both airlines will no longer be able to earn miles when taking flights on the other carriers' metal. Here's what to know about the transition and how you can still redeem miles for JetBlue awards.
United and Emirates Announce New Codeshare and Mileage Partnership by Sam Helmy September 15, 2022 1 On Wednesday, Emirates and United Airlines announced a new partnership at a large media event at Dulles International Airport. The new relationship will allow members to earn miles on each other's flights, limited lounge access, and even a launch new United route from Newark to Dubai starting in March 2023.
Earn Double Alaska Mileage Plan Miles Flying Fiji Airways by Skye Class September 14, 2022 0 Alaska and Fiji have been codeshare partners since 2018. Now, in celebration of the new Fiji Airways route from Vancouver, B.C, Alaska Airlines is offering double Mileage Plan miles on flights booked with Fiji Airways before November 15, 2022. If you've had a desire to visit the South Pacific, now is the time.
Amex Offering 25% Transfer Bonus to Choice Privileges by Skye Class September 10, 2022 0 American Express Membership Rewards is offering 12 airline transfer bonuses for the month of September 2022 -- with 2 hotel transfer bonuses extending until October 2022, and that includes a 25% transfer bonus to Choice Privileges. Let's review if this is a good deal.
Citi Drops 24-Month Rule Language From The Citi Rewards+ Card by Sam Helmy September 10, 2022 0 Quietly and without fanfare, Citi recently dropped the 24-month restriction from the terms and conditions of its Citi Rewards+® Card. If you are looking to reopen this card, this may be a great time to apply since it is unclear how long the restriction will be lifted.
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