What You Need to Know About Bask Bank’s Miles- and Cash-Interest Savings Accounts by JT Genter June 2, 2025 4 Bask Bank burst onto the points and miles scene in early 2020 with a revolutionary new mileage-earning savings account. Since then, Bask has launched a cash-interest savings account and raised the interest rates on both accounts several times. From earning rates and sign-up bonuses to whether it's better to earn miles or interest, here's what you need to know about Bask Bank savings accounts — including a bonus of 10,000 bonus miles if you sign up by August 31, 2025 and meet deposit requirements.
Complete Guide to American Airlines Basic Economy by Tyler Glatt, Jenna Hansen and Sam Helmy November 6, 2023 42 American Airlines Basic Economy tickets have some restrictions. From unchangeable tickets to no free checked bags, this guide goes over everything you need to know about these fares. We'll help you decide whether the cost-savings are worth it, plus tell you how to circumvent some of the restrictions.
AAdvantage® Cardholders: Get Bonus Miles & Loyalty Points on AA Purchases (Targeted) by Skye Class October 27, 2023 0 AAdvantage® cardholders have a promotion to earn bonus miles and Loyalty Points on American Airlines purchases in November. Registration closes on November 6, so you'll need to act quickly. Here are the details.
Applications ‘Paused’ on Another American Airlines Credit Card. Here Are Your Remaining Options. by JT Genter October 7, 2023 2 The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® has been unavailable for the past few days. Barclays has now confirmed to AwardWallet that it's "pausing new applications" for this card as it explores "future enhancements" to the card. Here's what we know so far and your other American Airlines credit card options in the meantime.
American Airlines Rental Car Promotion: Up to 2,000 Miles and 5X Loyalty Points by Skye Class September 22, 2023 2 American Airlines allows members to earn bonus miles on Avis and Budget car rentals, and now there is a promotion for extra earnings. Through October 31, 2023, earn up to 5,000 bonus miles, plus double base miles and Loyalty Points.
Mileage Earnings, Status Benefits, Lounge Access Ending Date Revealed in American, JetBlue Breakup by JT Genter September 14, 2023 0 The next phase of the forced breakup of American Airlines and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance was just unveiled. Starting early next year, American Airlines AAdvantage members will no longer earn AAdvantage miles, qualify for lounge access, or enjoy elite status perks when flying on JetBlue flights. Here's the latest details of the Northeast Alliance breakup.
Why I’m No Longer Crediting Flights to the American Airlines AAdvantage Program by JT Genter August 31, 2023 9 I've earned AAdvantage elite status each year since 2015 — including Executive Platinum elite status in all but one year. However, I'm giving up on it. After recent changes to American Airlines' elite status qualification, I'm going to switch, earning Oneworld elite status through another program. Here's what's finally causing me to "break up" with American Airlines and my new strategy going forward.
Which Citi American Airlines AAdvantage® Credit Card is Right for You? by Ryan Smith August 24, 2023 6 Citi offers several types of American Airlines AAdvantage® credit cards. So how do you decide which card is right for you? Here is a comparison of the benefits, perks, and fees associated with the cards to help you understand what ongoing value they provide beyond just the welcome offer. There's likely a card that fits in everyone's wallet, so let us help you decide.
American Airlines To Add Revenue-Based Earnings on British Airways and Iberia by Carissa Rawson August 21, 2023 1 American Airlines will be changing how you earn miles with British Airways and Iberia starting October 18, 2023. Travel after this date will earn miles based on the fare you've paid rather than the distance you've flown, matching American's policy for its own flights.
Earn Up to 90,000 AAdvantage Miles on Flights to Doha [Targeted] by Skye Class August 18, 2023 0 A new promotion allows AAdvantage members to earn up to 90,000 bonus miles on Qatar Airways codeshare flights between the U.S. and Doha, Qatar. This is a targeted promotion, so you'll need to check your email to register. Earn up to 15,000 bonus miles per flight depending on fare class, with a maximum of 6 flights before November 17, 2023. Here are the details.
American Airlines (Re)Adds Free Award Changes for Certain AAdvantage Awards by JT Genter July 19, 2023 5 As part of its switch to dynamic award pricing, American Airlines sunsetted a flyer-friendly policy: Free AAdvantage award changes. Going forward, all AAdvantage awards would be treated like the now-retired Web Special awards. Today, American Airlines is reversing course. On certain eligible AAdvantage awards, you'll now be able to change your award flights without having to cancel, refund, and rebook your flights. Here are the details of this policy change.
Act Now: Book AAdvantage Awards, Codeshare Flights Before Northeast Alliance Breakup by JT Genter July 14, 2023 2 Today, American Airlines announced an initial breakup timeline of its Northeast Alliance with JetBlue. Travelers have less than a week to book AAdvantage awards on JetBlue, book codeshare flights, or change their loyalty number in existing bookings. Here's a breakdown of what that means and what you might want to do in the next week.
Changes Coming to American Airlines Admirals Clubs® and Citi AA Executive Card by Ryan Smith March 26, 2025 1 American Airlines and Citi just announced a slew of changes to Admirals Club® membership costs and the benefits and fees of the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®. Thankfully, some of the negative changes don't take effect for another two weeks, giving you time to plan. But these changes see the elimination of one of our favorite credit card perks. Are the changes worth the additional fees? Let's dig into the changes to see.
The Winners and Losers of American Airlines First Class Upgrade Changes by JT Genter June 6, 2023 1 Effective June 9, 2023, American Airlines is making some big changes to how complimentary upgrades work for AAdvantage elites. Starting then, all elite members will be eligible for complimentary upgrades on American Airlines award tickets. However, anytime there are changes to who gets a limited supply, there are going to be winners and losers. Let's dig into the details of what's changing and review who this benefits and who's losing out.
American Airlines Now Offering Mileage Discount When Booking Round-Trip Awards by JT Genter May 11, 2023 3 You can now save AAdvantage miles by booking a round-trip! American Airlines is pricing round-trip awards at significantly fewer miles than two one-way awards. On flights to Europe, a round-trip costs as much as 26,000 fewer miles than two one-way bookings. Here's everything we know so far about this new development and how you can take advantage of it.
American Airlines Award Deals: US to Europe From 21k in Economy, 56k Biz Class, 66k First by Ryan Smith May 11, 2023 4 Looking for a great award deal using AA miles? We are currently seeing economy awards between the U.S. and Europe for as few as 21,000 miles each way on American Airlines. Or, snag business class award availability in early 2024 for 56k miles each way. There's even Flagship First Class from 66k miles each way!
AA Introduces Dynamic Pricing, Eliminates Saver and Award Charts by Sam Helmy May 5, 2023 4 American Airlines recently announced a move to a dynamic award pricing model, eliminating its MileSAAver Off Peak, MileSAAver, AAnutime Level 1, and AAnytime Level 2 awards and rebranding its Web Specials as simply Flight Awards. Here's what these changes actually mean for travelers.
Wide-Open Availability: Book Etihad First Online From 62.5K AA Miles by Carissa Rawson May 4, 2023 2 Etihad's business and first class award flights are in high demand and often impossible to find. Now, book these sought-after awards online via American Airlines with routes from the U.S. and worldwide. Costs start at 62,500 miles and range up to 115,000 miles for the longest flights.
American Airlines Introduces AAdvantage Status for a Day Redemption Option by Sam Helmy April 2, 2023 0 AAdvantage recently launched a new program called "Enhance with Miles". Through the new Status for a Day offering, you can now gift status for a day or purchase it for yourself using miles. However, you'll first need to unlock the ability to do so. Here's everything you need to know about this new redemption option.
Free Holds, Maximizing Award Regions, Other Tricks for Booking Awards Using AAdvantage® Miles by JT Genter November 7, 2024 11 American Airlines AAdvantage® is one the most versatile and valuable frequent-flyer programs in the world. Bask Bank makes it easy to put your savings to work earning these miles with the Bask Mileage Savings Account. In this post, we share some advanced techniques to maximize the value of your AAdvantage® miles.
American Airlines Slashes Mileage Earning Rate for Alaska Saver Fares by JT Genter March 24, 2023 0 American Airlines just unveiled a cut to the AAdvantage earning rate for Alaska Airlines Saver fares. Starting May 1, 2023, Alaska Airlines Saver fares will earn just 1 AAdvantage mile per 10 miles flown. That's a 60% cut from the current earning rates. Here's what this means in practice and where else you might want to credit Alaska basic economy flights.
AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® Review by Sam Helmy January 5, 2023 0 The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard is AAdvantage's main small business co-brand card. The card offers a generous welcome bonus and 2X earnings per dollar spent on AA. The card also features decent benefits, including a free checked bag and Preferred Boarding for a reasonable $95 annual fee.
American Airlines Revamps Loyalty Rewards, Slashes Mileage Earnings Rate on Basic Economy by JT Genter December 15, 2022 5 Today, American Airlines is announcing a slew of changes to how travelers earn rewards in the AAdvantage program. AAdvantage Gold requirements are increasing, mileage earnings on basic economy are decreasing by 60%, and American Airlines is adding several new rewards tiers — including a new one for members at just 15,000 Loyalty Points. Here's a breakdown of all of the changes.
Ending Soon: Earn 5,000 AAdvantage® Loyalty Points with Bask Bank by Erik Paquet December 10, 2022 5 Bask Bank is currently offering an exciting limited-time offer for new customers who open a Bask Mileage Savings Account through December 15, 2022. For the first time ever, the Mileage Savings Account signup bonus will award Loyalty Points to help you reach the next level of American AAdvantage® elite status. Here are the key details to help you decide if this account is best for you.
American Airlines, British Airways Open Three New Premium Lounges at New York-JFK by Max Prosperi December 7, 2022 1 American Airlines and British Airways now operate at New York-JFK under one roof. With the two airlines having co-located at Terminal 8, sweeping changes have been made to the premium travel experience, including lounges. Here is what travelers need to know about the three joint premium lounges.
Ending Soon: American Airlines Status Match Challenge for World of Hyatt Elites by Sam Helmy December 6, 2022 4 American Airlines recently launched a status match offer for World of Hyatt elites. The promotion offers Hyatt Globalist and Explorist members the chance to claim AAdvantage Platinum or Platinum Pro, respectively. However, you need to act soon to take advantage of this opportunity.
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.
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.
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