The 8 Best Business Class Sweet Spots for Award Flights to Europe by Tyler Glatt and Andrew Kunesh May 18, 2025 57 If you're looking for a comfortable flight, there are numerous ways to get between North America and Europe in business class. In this post, we've rounded up eight of the best ways to fly to Europe in business class with points and miles, starting at just 29k points each way!
Can You Use Credit Card Travel Credits to Pay Award Change and Cancellation Fees? by Jess Farley and Ian Snyder April 27, 2025 37 One of the frustrating aspects of award travel is often needing to book well in advance to get the best price with your points and miles, knowing that your plans might change along the way. And some programs will charge you (handsomely!) if you have to make these changes. But if your credit card has travel credits, can you use these to cover the award change and cancellation fees?
Earn Airline Elite Status Without Flying: Status Match, Fast Track, Card Spending Opportunities [2025] by Patrick Stouffer and Jenna Hansen December 31, 2024 114 Earn airline elite status presents a conundrum. Status improves your travel, but airlines typically only reward those who fly (and suffer) a ton without it. But what if you could shortcut your way to elite status without paying your dues first? Here's how to earn airline elite status without stepping on a plane, from status matches to card spending.
How Far in Advance Can You Book Airline Award Tickets? Our Full Guide With Data Points for 50 Airlines. by Ian Snyder December 23, 2024 54 Finding award availability can be a challenge on its own, but knowing how far in advance award space becomes available and which miles can book at what time can make things even more confusing. We address all that here, including strategies to maximize the likelihood of snagging the seat you want. We provide the booking window for all major carriers' loyalty programs as a great reference.
Airline Award Ticket Change and Cancellation Policies by Ian Snyder October 21, 2024 44 It’s often necessary to book award flights months in advance to secure your seat. With such a long period between the date you book and the date you fly, it’s easy for your plans to change. In case you need to adjust your ticket, here's a list of award ticket change and cancellation policies and the fees you can expect to pay.
How To Credit Airline Miles to Partner Frequent Flyer Programs by Mark Jackson October 6, 2024 33 Where to credit your flights when traveling around the world is an integral part of maximizing your opportunities for future award travel. So, how do you credit flying activity to certain programs — and why should you? Let's talk through it.
How To Use Points and Miles to Book the World’s Best First Class Award Flights by Mark Jackson September 28, 2024 74 If you're wondering how to fly the best first class products without paying first class prices, you'll want to redeem points and miles. Here's how to book the best international first class seats (and suites) with credit card rewards points and airline miles!
How To Find Airline Partner Award Flight Availability by Ian Snyder September 14, 2024 54 Redeeming miles for partner award flights is a great way to increase the value of your frequent flyer miles. Unfortunately, the process is often misunderstood and can be daunting for first-timers. How do you know which airlines you can book, and how do you find the flights? We cover all of this and more in our guide to partner award availability.
The Ultimate Guide to Companion Fares, Companion Passes & Companion Tickets by Brie Bash and Max Prosperi August 17, 2024 85 Companion fares are among the most sought-after benefits an airline or credit card offers. These fares allow an individual to travel with a companion at little to no extra cost. In this post, we'll give you an overview of several companion fare offerings. This way, you can evaluate which you should earn and which you might want to pass on.
Save Your Wallet by Booking Flights From These Countries That Limit Fuel Surcharges by Mark Jackson and Ian Snyder August 8, 2024 0 Many air carriers like to levy "carrier-imposed surcharges," often referred to as "fuel surcharges" or "YQ" as a shorthand. These are extra fees that add up quickly when you book a flight using your miles. However, a handful of countries limit fuel surcharges on flights, and you can use this to your advantage.
Beginners Guide: What is a Stopover & What is an Open-Jaw? by Dan Miller July 7, 2024 72 Stopovers and open-jaw flights enhance the value of any frequent flyer program by allowing you to add destinations to your travel, in many cases, with no additional miles required! Here's our beginner's guide to how to book one for your next trip.
Flight Price Tracker Websites: How They Work and How They Save You Money by Jenna Hansen June 9, 2024 8 Instead of spending hours researching the best flight deals, sign up for a service that does it for you. There are many options to choose from and most of them are free. This post gives you all the details you need to know so that you never miss a great flight deal.
The Best Points and Miles To Fly Between New York and London by Ross Denkin June 25, 2025 36 New York to London is the busiest long-haul international route in the world. Even amidst a pandemic, JetBlue and Norse Atlantic Airways joined five other carriers in offering service between the two cities. Read more to learn the best ways to book any of the wide variety of potential flights using points and miles.
When and How You Can Book Award Flights for Friends and Family by Kennedy Miller February 29, 2024 54 Having points and miles are great when it comes time to cash in for your dream trip. Don't forget though that in almost every case you can use your points and miles for friends and family without having to transfer anything to them. Simply book the award in their name.
Best Airlines for International Lap Infant Award Tickets by Ashley Onadele February 15, 2024 30 A widely known cornerstone in the travel community is that babies under the age of two can travel domestically for free as a lap infant. However, it’s not as simple with lap infants and international award tickets. One would assume that a parent could book an international award ticket and merely add their lap infant to the reservation. However, there are various forms of airline-dependent fees involved. Knowing the pricing structure before you book could save you a pretty penny — or a pile of points.
Claiming Compensation for a Delayed, Overbooked, or Canceled Flight in the US and EU by Andrew George Bradshaw February 9, 2024 57 Flight delays and cancellations can be expensive and stressful. Fortunately, there are some protections in place to make sure you don’t get stuck with the bill when irregular operations force you to change your plans. If you know your rights, you can avoid worrying about covering extra costs out of pocket and make sure you extract the full compensation to which you’re entitled.
When and How To Upgrade Paid Airline Tickets With Points and Miles by Tyler Glatt January 26, 2024 91 One of the best ways to redeem points and miles is for international business-class award tickets. Your points go the furthest this way, and the numbers prove it. Unfortunately, awards in some of the most premium cabins come at...well, a premium. But you also can access business and first class by paying a cash fare and upgrading with miles. And sometimes, it can make a lot of sense. Here's a look at when it does.
New Partnership Between Emirates and Condor Makes Mileage Redemptions More Accessible by Miguel Rueda November 16, 2023 0 Emirates and Condor announced the launch of a new partnership. This agreement between the two airlines will see the addition of codeshare flights and the ability to earn and redeem Emirates Skywards miles on Condor-operated flights. Here's what we know about this partnership.
Google is Now Offering Price Protection on Flights by Skye Class August 18, 2019 67 On August 13th, Google Flights launched a price guarantee on selected flights booked on its platform. In a nutshell, if Google is confident that they're offering the cheapest tickets, they'll pay you the difference if they're wrong.
5 Tips To Find Cheap Fares, Mistake Fares, and Error Fares by AwardWallet October 15, 2018 55 Searching and finding cheap flights is more than an art than science. It can take hours and hours if you really want to do your due diligence. With time at a premium, consider using services like Dollar Flight Club when you’re looking to book flights; just don't forget to add the appropriate frequent flier account to the ticket and then leverage AwardWallet to manage the points you accrue.
24-Hour Cancellation Policies for Major U.S. Airlines by Kristina Caetano November 2, 2023 36 The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires US airlines to allow travelers the opportunity to hold, change, or cancel an airline ticket during the 24-hour period immediately following the booking of a flight without penalty. Kristina covers the major US airlines and a couple of our favorite OTAs on their policies.
Lufthansa Buys up More Than Half of Air Berlin by Sam Helmy October 16, 2017 28 Air Berlin has confirmed that a deal has been struck with Lufthansa, for the sale of more than half of the company to the German aviation giant.
Air Berlin’s Final Day Confirmed by Sam Helmy October 13, 2017 35 Air Berlin’s death throws are finally coming to an end, with news reports in both Reuters and Bloomberg confirming that the airline is to cease all flight operations on October 28, 2017.
Ryanair Fiasco Leads to Possible $1.3 Billion Compensation Bill by Sam Helmy October 8, 2017 49 The Ryanair flight cancellation fiasco could probably result in a bill of $1.3 billion for the company. So far Ryanair has canceled over 20,000 flights affecting more than 750,000 travelers.
Wizz Air Introduces Anonymous Booking by Sam Helmy October 3, 2017 39 Yes, Wizz Air is a real airline and they've come up with a cool way to secure a flight without requirement for all names on a multi-person booking
Air Berlin To Cease Operation November 1, 2017? by Sam Helmy September 30, 2017 25 All signs point to Air Berlin ceasing operations as of November 1, 2017. Check your travel plans!
Air Berlin Terminates All Long-Haul Operations as of October 15 by Sam Helmy September 27, 2017 4 Air Berlin will be terminating all of its long-haul operations effective October 15, 2017
EasyJet Teams up to Offer Long Haul Low Cost Flights by Sam Helmy September 18, 2017 38 EasyJet has launched its Worldwide By EasyJet to offer long-haul connecting low-cost flights. The partnership is squarely aimed at the transatlantic market and is a partnership between three low-cost carriers; EasyJet, Norwegian, and WestJet.
Air Berlin Ending Long Haul Routes – September 2017 by Sam Helmy September 7, 2017 34 If you've booked flights through Air Berlin or have flight reservations with Air Berlin for future travel you might want to reach out to confirm your flights are actually operating as scheduled.
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