United Airlines Award Sale to Hawaii From 9,400 Miles Each Way by Ryan Smith September 2, 2022 18 Who doesn't love traveling to Hawaii? This morning, the AwardWallet team stumbled across a United Airlines award sale to Hawaii with flights as low as 9,400 miles per person each way. Here's a rundown on routing and availability to help you find the cheapest flights.
Renew InterContinental Ambassador Status, Get 20,000 Bonus Points by Ryan Smith September 1, 2022 8 IHG is offering a promotion to sign up for or renew an InterContinental Ambassador status by December 31, 2022 and receive 20,000 bonus points. To score the bonus points, this promotion also requires staying two nights with select IHG hotel brands. For those interested, here's a look at the details of this promotion.
Amex Launches an Incredible 12 Airline and Hotel Transfer Bonuses For September by JT Genter September 1, 2022 13 It's back! Last year, we saw American Express Membership Rewards offer an incredible 12 transfer bonuses at the same time. And now it's back again this year! Now through (at least) the end of September, you can transfer Membership Rewards points to 9 airlines and 3 hotel programs with up to a 30% transfer bonus.
Get a Free Entertainment Digital Membership Through American Express by Skye Class August 29, 2022 4 If you're of a certain age, you might remember the old Entertainment coupon books that gave you discounts on local restaurants and attractions. Well, Entertainment has joined the 21st century and now offers a digital version of its coupon book. And Amex cardholders can claim a free 6-month Entertainment membership now through January 31, 2023.
Earn Double Avios on Both Iberia and Qatar Flights Through November 30 by Skye Class August 29, 2022 0 Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Iberia Plus are both offering double Avios promotions. Members of each program can earn double Avios when flying with the opposite airline now through November 30, 2022. Here's how to take advantage of this promotion.
Cathay Pacific Launches “Elevated” Program Changes by Sam Helmy August 27, 2022 0 For years, Cathay Pacific teased an overhaul to its loyalty program. Now, the changes have finally taken effect as of August 17, 2022. But the only real changes include combining the Asia Miles and Marco Polo Club programs under one umbrella - and an updated privacy policy.
Delta Announces New Routes and Launches Premium Select Pricing to Hawaii by Sam Helmy August 27, 2022 0 Delta recently released pricing for a slew of new routes coming late this year, including Atlanta to Cape Town, Los Angeles to Tahiti, Atlanta to Tel Aviv, and more. The Atlanta-based airline also launched Premium Select fares on new and existing routes to Hawaii. Here's where we are finding the best value using cash and SkyMiles.
New Partnership: Earn and Redeem Flying Blue Miles on AirBaltic by Sam Helmy August 26, 2022 0 Air France/KLM Flying Blue miles are some of the most versatile miles around. And the program just got even better with Flying Blue unveiling AirBaltic as its newest partner. Effective immediately, you can earn miles when flying with AirBaltic (with some restrictions), and you can redeem your Flying Blue miles for awards aboard AirBaltic flights.
Bilt Rewards Announces Three New Airline Transfer Partners by JT Genter August 25, 2022 0 Bilt Rewards just got even more valuable for renters! The rent payment platform just added a new airline transfer partner, with plans to add two more airline transfer partners in September 2022. These additions will boost the number of Bilt Rewards airline and hotel transfer partners to 14.
Amex Offers Bonus Membership Rewards Points for Big Spending by Skye Class August 21, 2022 2 American Express recently rolled out another wave of targeted offers. This time, Amex is rewarding big spending. Some members are getting offers that effectively boost their earning rate by 1 point per $1 ratio, while other Amex Offers reward 19,500 bonus points—but for huge spending. Here are the big spending bonuses currently being offered to targeted cardmembers.
Uber is Terminating its Rewards Loyalty Program, Perks End on August 31 by Skye Class August 19, 2022 1 Less than five years from its launch, Uber is killing off Uber Rewards—the loyalty program that rewarded riders for all Uber spending. After August 31, members will stop accruing rewards and elite members will no longer enjoy any perks of the status they earned. Here's what you need to do before the Uber Rewards program is terminated.
Hertz Silently Devalues Gold Plus Rewards Redemptions Again by Skye Class August 19, 2022 0 In 2019, Hertz raised standard rewards amounts in the Gold Plus Rewards program. Now in 2022, redemption rates have been quietly devalued again. Here's a breakdown of the numbers and a discussion of whether Hertz is still a worthwhile company to be loyal to.
British Airways Reduces Silver Status Requirements for Current Elites by Skye Class August 17, 2022 1 Earlier this year, British Airways reduced the requirements for Executive Club elite status by 25%. Now, British Airways lowered requirements again for certain members. Here's an overview of this offer - and why you might want to consider getting British Airways Silver elite status in the first place.
Win One Million Hilton Points, 5-Night Stay by Designing New DoubleTree Cookie Sleeve by Skye Class August 14, 2022 0 The new DoubleTree Doodle Contest by Hilton gives applicants a chance for airfare, free Cookies for a year, free nights, or even one million Hilton Honors points. The last day to give your submissions is August 18, 2022, so you'll need to act fast. Don't worry, this isn't a scam, and 1 million Hilton Honors points are nothing to scoff at.
Aeroplan to Update Some Award Pricing Effective September 1, 2022 by Sam Helmy August 12, 2022 0 Air Canada's Aeroplan award program has announced a series of tweaks to its award chart. Rather than overhauling the entire chart, pricing changes are affecting some routes between North and South America, North America and Europe/Africa, as well as some routes that don't touch North America. Here's what you need to know so you can lock in the cheapest rates.
How to Earn and Redeem Aeroplan Points on Eurowings by Max Prosperi August 4, 2022 0 Air Canada's Aeroplan frequent flyer program has added yet another new partner airline. Eurowings Europe and the recently launched Eurowings Discover are not Aeroplan partner airlines. Here's what Aeroplan members need to know about earning and redeeming points for flights operated by the German low-cost carrier.
Southwest Airlines Removes Expiration of Flight Credits by Skye Class July 30, 2022 2 Southwest Airlines just announced yet another benefit for its flyers. This time, it's removing the expiration of Southwest flight credits. This is great news, especially as other airlines are removing benefits, dramatically increasing surcharge fees, etc.
American Express Boosts Earning Rates, Adds Statement Credits to the Blue Cash Everyday Card by Sam Helmy July 29, 2022 2 American Express just announced several enhancements to the no-annual-fee Amex Blue Cash Everyday. Updated features include an increased earning rate at gas stations, a 3% cashback earning category on online retail purchases, statement credits for meal delivery ($15/month) and Disney+ Bundle ($7/month). Plus, there's a sleek card design to cap it off.
Discharged: Be Careful Which Credit Card You Use When Renting a Tesla by JT Genter July 26, 2022 6 On a readthrough of the Chase Sapphire Preferred Guide to Benefits, something caught our eye: The card's rental car protections don't cover Tesla car rentals. Here's an overview of all of the rental car coverage exclusions of the Sapphire Preferred and which card you should use if you are going to rent a Tesla.
World of Hyatt Members Earn Double Points at MGM Resorts in Las Vegas by Skye Class July 26, 2022 1 Headed to Las Vegas this summer or fall? Well, you might want to take advantage of a new promotion. Hyatt is offering World of Hyatt members the chance to earn double points at MGM Resorts properties. You will need to register, book, and complete your stay before October 15, 2022 to qualify.
Amex Enhances Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card With Hotel Discounts, Gold Elite Status by Sam Helmy July 22, 2022 1 The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card has just been refreshed with new features — including a 7% discount on eligible stays, complimentary Gold Elite status for cardmembers, and improved earning of 4X at restaurants worldwide, not just in the U.S.
New American Airlines Companion Upgrades Policy, End of 500-Mile Upgrades by Sam Helmy July 21, 2022 0 All American Airlines elites now receive complimentary upgrades on domestic and short-haul international flights. Even better, companions traveling with elite members also receive a complimentary upgrade when flying with their elite status travel companion. Any unused 500-mile upgrade certificates will be converted to 250 Loyalty Points on July 31, 2022 - unless you take action before then.
Last Chance to Book Alaska Airlines Awards With KrisFlyer Miles Before the Devaluation (August 1) by Sam Helmy July 20, 2022 0 Singapore Airlines is in the midst of making major changes to its award charts. Several KrisFlyer devaluations have already gone into effect, and unfortunately, more devaluations are set to kick in soon. Here's an overview of the changes and some awards to consider booking before the new rates kick in on August 1, 2022.
Virgin Atlantic Guarantees at Least 12 Award Seats on Every Flight by Sam Helmy July 19, 2022 0 Starting in July 2022, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club guarantees at least 12 award seats on every Virgin Atlantic flight. The company will release at least 8 economy seats, two premium economy seats, and two Upper Class seats on every flight. Here's how to take advantage of this award space.
Starting Today: U.S. Travel Association Daily Getaways 2022. Here’s a Preview of Weeks 1-2. by Sam Helmy July 18, 2022 2 The deals for the first two weeks of the U.S. Travel Association Daily Getaways kick off today. This year's set of deals include hotel points for as little as 0.5 cents each as well as Univeral Orlando packages, luxury Accor stays in various cities, and suites at the Venetian in Las Vegas.
Emirates, Air Canada Announce New Strategic Partnership. Here’s What We Know So Far. by Sam Helmy July 14, 2022 2 This week, Air Canada and Emirates announced the formation of a strategic partnership. The airlines aim to codeshare some routes in 2022 and eventually have reciprocal frequent flyer benefits - including lounge access. Here's what we know so far about this exciting new partnership.
Star Alliance Welcomes Its First Non-Airline Member: Deutsche Bahn by Sam Helmy July 13, 2022 1 In a world first, Star Alliance has announced that the rail company Deutsche Bahn will join the alliance as the first-ever Star Alliance non-airline member. Here's what we know so far about this new "intermodal" partner of the Star Alliance... and what questions are still outstanding.
Airline, Hotel Programs That Have Still Paused Point Expiration Due to COVID-19 by Patrick Stouffer July 11, 2022 185 When the COVID-19 pandemic brought most travel to standstill, many airline and hotel programs paused point expiration. However, as more people are traveling these days, airline and hotel loyalty programs are resuming normal expiration policies. Here is the latest information on point expiration rules related to COVID-19 - including the 13 major airline and hotel programs that have still paused expiration.
