Tag: Using Points

Which Hotel Programs Can I Transfer Citi ThankYou^® Points To?

December 24, 2017 18

Citi ThankYou® Points do not transfer to any hotel programs. A relationship did exist, however, with the Hilton co-brand credit card relationship moving to American Express, the termination of this relationship was to be expected.

Sam Helmy

Redeem Defunct Air Berlin Miles for Travel on Etihad

October 25, 2017 34

If you have a pile of miles in the Air Berlin Topbonus program, Etihad has thrown you a lifeline as you can redeem Topbonus miles for flights on Etihad. The offer covers travel through March 28, 2018. We've got a screen grab for the promotion as well in case it disappears online.

Sam Helmy

United Re-Introduces Singapore Award Redemptions Online

October 14, 2017 29

United has reintroduced booking Singapore awards online, which is long overdue after it suspended the option back in 2013.

Sam Helmy

Redeem Singapore Miles on Alaska Airlines - Award Chart Is Available!

September 29, 2017 48

Ever since Alaska and Singapore announced their partnership recently, we have been waiting for the redemption charts to be released. Singapore has now released its award chart for Kris Flyer redemptions on Alaska. Hopefully, we'll see Alaska's chart for Singapore Air flights soon.

Sam Helmy

Beginners Guide To Credit Card Rewards: Transferable vs Fixed-Value Points

March 3, 2023 39

The fundamentals of award travel are simple. Earn points and miles - redeem those points and miles for amazing travel experiences. Anyone can do it. Right? In theory, yes. But when first starting out, it can be a confusing hobby to be involved in. There are hundreds of different rewards earning credit cards on the market, each advertising its unique advantage over the competition, and it can be hard to weigh the value of various options without a firm understanding of each rewards currency.

Jess Farley

11 Travel Redemptions You'll Be Angry You Haven't Booked

August 30, 2017 94

Some points and miles redemptions are just better than others. While a last-minute must book redemption can certainly happen, where you might not get the best value, a little planning and knowledge can help you take advantage of some of the best redemption opportunities available. We've covered 11 of them.

Howie Rappaport

How to Redeem Miles With EgyptAir Plus for Award Travel

July 26, 2017 18

Earlier this year we reported about EgyptAir Plus, the frequent flyer program from EgyptAir. Here, we'll tackle how to redeem those hard-earned miles.

Sam Helmy

Redeem Delta SkyMiles for Upgrades on Virgin Atlantic

July 16, 2017 15

Delta has a 49% ownership stake in Virgin Atlantic, so it is no surprise to see additional capabilities for SkyMiles members when it comes to flying on Virgin Atlantic. The latest announcement from Delta is that you can redeem SkyMiles for upgrades on Virgin Atlantic flights.

Sam Helmy

Redeem IHG Rewards Points and Free Nights for Maximum Value

June 1, 2023 1

IHG Rewards can help you gain access to luxury hotels and premium experiences at a fraction of the cash price. To ensure you get the most out of your points, we've put together a list of sweet spots to redeem IHG Rewards points and Reward Night certificates for maximum value.

Jess Farley

Ups and Downs Coming to United's Award Chart

July 6, 2017 37

United recently announced a slew of changes to their MileagePlus program. While you might assume all would be negative, United has actually implemented some minor improvements as well. Unlike other airlines who have devalued overnight, United is giving its customers plenty of advanced notice, since the new changes will not be implemented until November 1, 2017. Until then, current rates/policies will apply.

Sam Helmy

Fly Now, Earn Later: Borrow SkyMiles from American Express

June 29, 2017 28

American Express has introduced a new perk for holders of its co-branded Delta credit cards. They're calling it Fly Now, Earn Later, where you can borrow miles against what you'd earn on future purchases. Think of this as an interest-free mileage loan.

Sam Helmy

5 International Hotels to Redeem World of Hyatt Points

October 3, 2024 45

Sampling the refined luxury of a top Hyatt Hotel in a new and exciting destination provides all the characteristics of an excellent points and miles redemption, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.

Jess Farley

How to Book Aeroplan Awards, Evade Fuel Surcharges, and More!

April 14, 2017 11

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Aeroplan, the spun-off loyalty plan of Air Canada, and the first publicly traded loyalty program in the world, is one […]

Jess Farley

How to Maximize the Marriott Rewards Program & Points

April 3, 2017 36

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Chase is offering its Marriott Rewards® Premier Credit Card with a signup bonus of 75,000 after spending $3k in 3 months.  If […]

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When Should You Book SPG Nights + Flights Awards

October 27, 2022 36

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Starwood Preferred Guest holds a unique position amongst loyalty programs. At heart, SPG is just another hotel rewards program similar […]

Jess Farley

Redeem Starpoints For Unique Experiences With SPG Moments®

October 27, 2022 35

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Starwood Preferred Guest, the loyalty program for Starwood Hotels & Resorts, is viewed by many in the points and miles […]

Jess Farley

When To Book SPG Cash & Points Stays

October 27, 2022 26

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Cash & Points awards play a pivotal role in any well-planned rewards strategy. They can help stretch our points to […]

Jess Farley

Sweet Spots for United MileagePlus Awards

October 27, 2022 28

Sweet spots on the United MileagePlus award chart are few and far between. However, if you look hard enough, there are a few gems, even if some require some outside-the-box thinking. We've included five of the most attractive United sweet spots for award tickets.

Miguel R. Quiñones

Best Airline Frequent Flyer Programs

February 3, 2017 99

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.The answer to, “What is the best frequent flyer program,” is both easy and tough. The short answer can be […]

Howie Rappaport

Success in 2017 With Points & Miles

October 27, 2022 60

Certain times of the year are of particular importance with points and miles. The beginning/end of the year, whenever you approach the renewal of a credit card account and the day you reach or elevate any elite status are just a few important days that occur throughout the year. The beginning of the year is particularly important, especially if you want to maximize the value across all of your programs.

Howie Rappaport

Redeem Delta SkyMiles for Premium Economy with Virgin Atlantic

November 30, 2016 5

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.If you’ve primarily flown domestically with US carriers, you might think that “premium economy” means those seats with a couple […]

Gretchen Holm

AA Flights Cheaper With Avios Due to Reclassification

November 19, 2016 23

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Earlier in the week, Gary Leff, from View From The Wing, announced that British Airways had slashed the cost of […]

Sam Helmy

Transfer Citi ThankYou^® Points to JetBlue: Good Deal or Bad Deal?

October 21, 2016 1

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.UPDATE: The information in this post is out of date. Please see our complete guide to Citi ThankYou® Rewards transfer […]

Miguel R. Quiñones

How to Maximize the Marriott Acquisition of Starwood

October 27, 2022 20

Marriott’s recent acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts has opened up several opportunities for travelers in either program or even those that have no affinity to either Marriott Rewards or Starwood Preferred Guest to get excellent value from their points. We'll step you through some available opportunities that have a limited lifespan.

Howie Rappaport

The Cheapest Award Flights to Europe in Economy Class

October 10, 2016 9

We love redeeming points and miles for international business and first class travel, but that doesn't mean economy is a waste. Check out how you can get great value from your miles when traveling to Europe.

Miguel R. Quiñones

12 Exceptional Marriott & Ritz-Carlton Properties to Redeem SPG Points

October 27, 2022 4

If you've been hoarding SPG points, now may be the time to cash in those points. By transferring SPG points to Marriott Rewards at a ratio of 1:3 some exceptional value can be had with Marriott properties!

Miguel R. Quiñones

Sweet Spots with Marriott & Starwood Merger for SPG Members

October 3, 2016 46

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Whenever there is a merger in the travel industry that allows you to transfer points between two separate rewards programs, […]

Miguel R. Quiñones

How to Link Your Marriott Rewards & Starwood Preferred Guest Accounts

October 2, 2016 1

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Marriott’s recent announcement of instant status matches and points transfers between Marriott & SPG accounts has opened up a massive […]

Jess Farley

Sweet Spots for British Airways Avios Awards

October 27, 2022 24

British Airways Executive Club and its Avios program has some of the most diverse sweet spots available. As its rewards program is distance-based, traditional geographic borders rarely come into play when attempting to identify the best possible value out of each mile.

Miguel R. Quiñones

Hotel Award Search Tools - Hotel Hustle vs. AwardMapper vs. PEX+

September 18, 2016 0

AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.After opening the 20th tab in your web browser and retyping the same destination, arrival, and departure dates, you'd be […]

Jess Farley