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American Airlines Award Chart: How Many AAdvantage Miles Do AA and Partner Award Flights Cost?

November 16, 2024 2

American Airlines has two different award charts: one for AA flights and another for partner airlines. In this article, we will discuss how to book award flights through the AAdvantage program and how you can redeem your miles for the best value.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Book a Free Stopover Using Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles

November 13, 2024 0

If you didn't know, you can add a complimentary stopover to your Singapore Airlines award ticket. In this post, we cover all the stopover rules, how long you can stay on your stopover, and how to use this feature of the KrisFlyer program to get the most out of your miles.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Best Ways To Redeem Citi ThankYou® Points

October 26, 2024 0

Citi ThankYou® Points are one of the most valuable flexible reward currencies out there. Although they don't get as much love as competitors like American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points can be used for incredible redemptions with a variety of hotel and airline partners. Here are the best uses of your Citi points.

Carissa Rawson & Ian Snyder

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Book Maldives Overwater Villas With Free Night Certificates

October 24, 2024 0

The Maldives is a bucket list destination for many. An overwater villa is one of the most fantastic redemption opportunities available, and it's even possible to use free night awards earned from credit cards and earn status in hotel programs. Check out this guide to see exactly what's possible in this incredible country.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Oman Air Awards Now Bookable Online Through Qantas Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Rates.

October 22, 2024 0

You can now redeem Qantas Frequent Flyer points for Oman Air award flights. What do these flights cost when booked through Qantas? And where can Oman Air take you? Here's what you need to know.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Best Ways To Use Avios in the Americas

October 19, 2024 8

Although Avios programs are based in Europe and the Middle East, the Avios program goes far beyond the European continent. You can even redeem Avios for travel solely within the Americas. Here are some of the best ways to redeem Avios for flights within the Americas.

Ian Snyder & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by JT Genter

New: Redeem AAdvantage Miles for Flagship First Dining Via 'Enhance With Miles'

October 18, 2024 1

Starting today, you can redeem your American Airlines AAdvantage® miles for one of the airline's most exclusive airport experiences. Through the "Enhance with Miles" program, select elites can redeem miles to access the airline's famed Flagship® First Dining room. Here's how.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Search and Book Award Flights Using British Airways Avios

October 14, 2024 84

British Airways Avios provide incredible value if you know how to redeem them. Beyond flights with British Airways itself, Avios can also be used to book award travel on 20+ partner airlines across the globe. In this guide, we'll show you how to find Avios award availability and redeem your Avios for maximum value.

Ian Snyder & Samantha Holland

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

The Top 10 IHG Hotel and Resort Redemptions for Luxury Stays

October 14, 2024 20

When thinking of luxurious hotels, IHG probably isn't the first brand to come to mind. But IHG shouldn't be ignored when planning your dream trip, as it has its share of amazing properties around the world. Here are some of the best redemptions we found by looking at AwardWallet members' recent redemptions.

Andrew George Bradshaw & Toni Southam

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Maximize Fixed-Value Points & Miles in 2024

October 13, 2024 114

Fixed-value points and miles don’t get nearly as much attention as their transferable counterparts, but they form an essential part of any solid points-and-miles strategy. In this post, we cover our favorite types of fixed-value points and how to decide when to use them.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Use Points and Miles to Book the World’s Best First Class Award Flights

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!

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Alaska Transfers to Hawaiian Are Live — And What To Do if Your Amex-Hawaiian Transfer Doesn’t Work

September 27, 2024 2

You can now convert HawaiianMiles to Mileage Plan miles and vice versa! Here's how to transfer miles between the two carriers — and what to do if you tried initiating an Amex-Hawaiian transfer online only to have your points reversed.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Oman Air Awards Now Bookable Online Through Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan. Here Are the Redemption Rates.

September 25, 2024 0

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan has been a hot topic lately. While there's a lot to look forward to later this month, there's something brand-new that you can take advantage of now. Starting today, you can book Oman Air awards through Mileage Plan. Where can you go with Oman Air, and what does it cost to redeem miles for Oman Air awards? Let's take a look.

Tyler Glatt

Got 9,500 Qatar Avios? Here Are 472 American Airlines and 72 Alaska Award Routes You Can Book

September 23, 2024 0

One of the most best ways to redeem Qatar Airways Avios doesn't require transiting through Doha. For partner flights under 650 miles, you can redeem just 9,500 Avios. Here's a look at the 472 American Airlines and 72 Alaska Airlines routes you can book for a small sum of points.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Redeem Miles for Cape Air Flights via Delta, JetBlue, and American Airlines

September 22, 2024 0

Cape Air flights are bookable with American Airlines AAdvantage miles, Delta SkyMiles, and JetBlue TrueBlue points. And depending on where your travels take you, you can potentially get great value from redeeming miles on these short-hop flights. Here's all you need to know about mileage redemptions on Cape Air.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Don't Have Enough Miles? Flying Blue Expands Mileage Overdraft Benefit

September 21, 2024 0

Short on miles for a KLM or Air France flight? Elite Flying Blue members can leverage a benefit to cover missing miles for a flight with a miles overdraft. Here are the details of the Flying Blue miles overdraft benefit, including who's eligible and how to decide if it's worth using.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Find Airline Partner Award Flight Availability

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.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

The Best Ways to Book Flights to Tahiti Using Points and Miles

September 12, 2024 0

Whether you’re looking to book a dream honeymoon or just need a tropical getaway, Tahiti is a perfect destination. Read on for how to get to Tahiti using points and miles in order to save money that could be better spent elsewhere (like maybe on one of those amazing overwater villas!).

Lauren Wynn

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Combine Chase Ultimate Rewards Points Between Credit Cards

September 8, 2024 60

If you have multiple Chase credit cards that earn Ultimate Rewards, it is important to combine the points earned on each card. This allows you to maximize the value received from all of your rewards. So, how do you combine your rewards? And which card should you combine your rewards with? Read on to find out.

Miguel Rueda & Scott Sikes

Reviewed by JT Genter

SAS Awards Now Bookable Online Through Flying Blue — And At Incredible Rates

September 5, 2024 0

On September 1, 2024, SAS left Star Alliance for SkyTeam. Since then, SAS awards have been increasingly made available to book through SkyTeam partners. Yesterday, we covered how you can now book SAS awards with Delta SkyMiles. But there's an even more appealing option using one of the easiest-to-earn mileage currencies around. Here's what you need to know about this new mileage redemption option.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Transfer Chase Points to World of Hyatt

September 2, 2024 0

You can easily transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to World of Hyatt for award stays at over 1,300 Hyatt hotels worldwide — plus even more through Hyatt partnerships. By linking your Chase and Hyatt accounts, you can instantly convert points in 1,000-point increments at a 1:1 ratio. Here's the step-by-step process how to do so.

Payton Turner

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

How To Use the United Excursionist Perk to Book Award Flights for Zero Miles

August 24, 2024 0

The United Excursionist Perk is one of my favorite ways to travel on an award, especially for larger trips where I'm exploring multiple countries. In short, the perk will grant you a free award in the region you're traveling round-trip, so long as you follow the rules. There are even more creative ways to maximize this benefit; check out our post to see all the details!

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Use Thrifty Traveler Premium Instant Alerts To Score Unicorn Awards and Mistake Fares

August 24, 2024 1

For the flexible traveler, Instant Alerts are one way that Thrifty Traveler Premium can help you find the epic redemption you've been waiting for. Here's what you need to know about Thrifty Traveler's Instant Alerts and how you can use this service to snag a unicorn or mistake fare.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Why Travel Goals Are Essential to Rewards Travel Success

August 17, 2024 15

Card providers release increased signup offers and new cards regularly, and it's tempting to apply for every offer that gets released. But, the reality is, those points and miles may not get you any closer to your destination. Setting a travel goal then working toward it with a strategic plan is the key to success. Here's why.

Jenna Hansen & Jess Farley

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Easily Compare Award Pricing and Cash Pricing With This Simple Google Flights Extension

August 12, 2024 3

Points Path is a desktop browser extension that provides award availability and rates when you search for flights using Google Flights. Here's how to get it, how to use it, and how it can save you money, points, and time.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Fly Without the Fees: Airline Programs That Don't Add Fuel Surcharges to Award Flights

August 10, 2024 1

Nothing ruins a great award redemption faster than surprise taxes and fees at checkout. Some programs add hundreds of dollars to what’s supposed to be a “free flight.” This post highlights the loyalty programs that skip those extra charges, helping you stretch your miles and book nearly free flights.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Save Your Wallet by Booking Flights From These Countries That Limit Fuel Surcharges

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.

Mark Jackson & Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

The Basics of Booking an Award Flight with United

July 31, 2024 1

The United Airlines MileagePlus program is popular and easy to use. This post shows you the step-by-step process to booking award travel through United MileagePlus, including options for earning miles and how United award pricing works.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Everything You Need to Know About Marriott Bonvoy Moments

July 30, 2024 0

Did you know that you can use Marriott Bonvoy points for things other than travel? Check out this article for how to turn those points into amazing experiences like concerts, sporting events, food tours and more with Marriott Bonvoy Moments.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Back to Basics: An Introduction to the Types of Reward Points

July 28, 2024 22

Points and miles can help you travel for a fraction of what you'd normally pay. But there are several different types of reward points, and these can be difficult to understand if you've just started collecting them. Here's an introduction to the different types of reward points and how each can play a role in your award wallet.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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