World of Hyatt Promotions: Earn up to 50,000 Bonus Points on Stays at Select Brands by Skye Class January 21, 2026 96 Everyone loves earning World of Hyatt bonus points. And if you’re looking to boost your balance, Hyatt is currently running a few offers that can help you do just that. The first offers up to 50k bonus points on stays at two brands, while the second offers up to 30k points on Hyatt Vacation Club stays. Here’s how to register.
Qatar Airways Reaches Major Milestone Toward Fleetwide Free Wi-Fi — With More Upgrades Ahead by Skye Class January 21, 2026 1 Qatar Airways, once again the world's best airline, continues to run ahead of schedule with installing Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet. As of January 2026, passengers can now access high-speed internet on Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 aircraft to 56 destinations. Here’s what you need to know.
Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Status Match: How and When to Apply — and Extend Your Benefits by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson January 20, 2026 4 If you hold elite status with one of seven eligible airlines, you can status match to Alaska Airlines and get complimentary Atmos Rewards status for three months. And with the right amount of qualifying flight activity, you can extend your status through the end of 2026 — or 2027 if you wait until mid-year to apply. Here's how.
3% Cash Back on Everything: How I’m Using the Robinhood Gold Card by Tyler Glatt January 20, 2026 0 I love earning and burning points and miles. But as some programs get more complex, I’ve come to appreciate the simplicity of carrying the Robinhood Gold Card, earning 3% cash back on every purchase, and effortlessly adding those rewards to my brokerage account. Here's my case for getting this card and what you need to know before you apply for it.
Score 75k Bonus Miles and a $250 Travel Credit With This Capital One Venture Card Offer by Jess Farley and JT Genter January 20, 2026 3 The Capital One Venture Rewards Card is one of the best cards for everyday spending. And for a limited time, new applicants can enjoy $250 to use on Capital One Travel in your first cardholder year, plus earn 75,000 bonus miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening. Here's how to apply.
10 Easy Ways to Utilize the $150 Dell Credit on the Business Platinum Card by Miguel Rueda and Tyler Glatt January 20, 2026 2 The Business Platinum Card® from American Express charges a high annual fee, but it also offers valuable credits that can help offset the cost. One of the most lucrative is the Dell credit, which provides up to $1,150 in statement credits each year after enrollment. Here are some great ways to put your credits to good use now that it reset for 2026.
Chase to Simplify Rules Around Earning a Sapphire Welcome Bonus — What to Know by Harrison Pierce January 20, 2026 0 According to a memo sent to Chase bankers, the issuer will release new language regarding earning a welcome bonus on a couple of its Sapphire-branded cards on January 25, 2026. Here's what you need to know.
JSX and JetBlue Are Parting Ways — How to Earn Rewards on JSX Flights Afterward by Mark Jackson January 20, 2026 0 JetBlue and JSX have announced that their partnership will soon conclude, and if you have flights booked in 2026, you’ll want to make alternate plans if you were planning to credit your flights to JetBlue’s TrueBlue program. Here's what to know.
All the Ways to Earn Marriott Elite Night Credits — and Tips to Earn Them Faster by Ajay Jain and Anthony Cave January 20, 2026 0 Marriott Elite Night Credits are used to determine which level of Marriott Bonvoy status you earn in a given calendar year. Learn what Marriott Elite Night Credits are, how to earn them via hotel stays, credit cards, and events, and which hotels in Marriott's portfolio give fewer Elite Night Credits than others.
Free Starlink Wi-Fi Is Coming to Lufthansa, SWISS, and More — Here’s the Rollout Timeline by Skye Class January 20, 2026 0 The Lufthansa Group is the latest in a long list of airlines to announce plans to install Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet in 2026 and beyond. That will include airlines such as Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, ITA Airways, SWISS, and more. Here's what to know about this rollout.
New Deal on Copa ConnectMiles: Buy Miles With up to a 45% Discount (1.65¢ Each) by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt January 20, 2026 3 Copa Airlines just launched a new deal on ConnectMiles where you can get up to a 45% discount. This promotion runs now through February 13, 2026, which gives you plenty of time to buy miles for as little as 1.65¢ each. Here are the details.
World of Hyatt Elite Status: Tiers, Benefits, and How to Earn It by Mark Jackson and Anthony Cave January 19, 2026 0 This guide is a deep dive into World of Hyatt elite status, including what tiers of elite status you can earn, what perks you receive at each tier, and how you can earn Hyatt status year after year. Let this guide help you understand the Hyatt elite status program a bit better and allow you to earn status faster!
American Airlines Sends Out (Overpriced) Offers To Buy AAdvantage® Status by JT Genter and Harrison Pierce January 19, 2026 2 American Airlines just sent out a round of emails offering AAdvantage members the option of buying elite status through March 2027. Each of these offers is individualized. If you aren't happy with your AAdvantage elite status for 2026, here's how to check your current offer.
Fly Alaska, Ski Free: Use Your Boarding Pass to Get Free Ski Perks at 6 Resorts This Season by Sam Helmy and Harrison Pierce January 19, 2026 10 Alaska Airlines' popular "Fly Alaska, Ski Free" promotion is back for yet another winter season. This year, the promotion features six resorts and is called the Alaska Alpine Getaways! Here's an overview of the participating resorts and what perks your boarding pass entitles you to.
United Airlines Renews Elite Status Match for 2026: Here’s How to Apply by Tyler Glatt and Mark Jackson January 19, 2026 27 Looking to status match with United MileagePlus? United's status match offer for 2026 lets you match your elite status from another airline to United Premier and extend it through January 2027 or 2028 by meeting some specific requirements. Here are all the details.
Get Up to a 100% Bonus When Buying Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Points by Tyler Glatt January 19, 2026 164 Alaska Airlines just rolled out a brand-new up-to-100% bonus on Atmos Rewards points purchases through February 18, 2026. With this promotion, you can buy Alaska points for as low as 1.88¢ each, unlocking huge value for business and first-class award flights on partners like Fiji Airways, Japan Airlines, and Cathay Pacific.
Bilt’s New Cards Come With Surprising Rewards Restrictions by Tyler Glatt January 19, 2026 3 Planning to apply for or receive a new Bilt card and are thinking about making a big tax payment to earn a welcome bonus or doing some online shopping to rack up a large number of points? Here’s a PSA before you use that card.
Choice Privileges Promotions: Save up to 23% on Eligible Stays Within the United States by Skye Class January 19, 2026 49 Choice Hotels’ 2026 promotional calendar is off to a slow start when it comes to bonus points. But in place of a rewarding global promotion, Choice is offering a sizable discount on stays instead. Right now, members can save up to 23% on eligible stays booked by February 16 and completed by April 6, 2026. Here are the details.
Accor ALL Hotel Promotions: Up to 30% Off, 4k Bonus Points, 4X at New Hotels, and More by Skye Class January 19, 2026 28 Planning an Accor stay and want to make it cheaper — or simply more rewarding? Current Accor promotions, including the new winter sale, offer members up to 30% off at select properties, 4,000 bonus points with three stays, and 4X points at new properties worldwide. Here's how to register for these offers.
The Best Strategies for Earning United Premier Qualifying Points (PQP) by Flying by Tyler Glatt and Ian Snyder January 18, 2026 5 United MileagePlus elite status is based primarily on earning Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs). To qualify for United's elite status, you'll need to understand how to earn PQPs. In this post, we'll cover what United PQPs are, how many you will need for each tier of Premier elite status, and the top ways to earn PQPs through flying.
Marriott Bonvoy Now Awards Half Elite Nights at Select Brands — Here’s Why That’s Good News by Mark Jackson January 18, 2026 0 Marriott just changed how elite night credits are earned at four brands. Previously, guests would earn one elite night for every two nights stayed -- rounded down. The new policy is much more fair to travelers. Here's a full breakdown of these changes.
Capital One SavorOne Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: A Low-Cost Way to Rebuild Credit by Mark Jackson January 18, 2026 0 The Capital One SavorOne Cash Rewards Credit Card is worth a look if you’re rebuilding your credit and want to earn rewards along the way. For a $39 annual fee, you can earn up to 8% cash back on purchases. Here’s our full review to help you decide if it’s right for you.
When Do Marriott Bonvoy Points Expire? Marriott Points Expiration Policy Explained by Sam Helmy January 18, 2026 85 Marriott Bonvoy has one of the most generous point expiration policies compared to other hotel loyalty programs. Here is all you need to know about keeping your points active and tracking them effectively.
Airline Shopping Portals January Promotions: Earn Up to 3,200 Bonus Miles by Skye Class January 18, 2026 151 Three airlines now have shopping portal promotions for January 2026, offering members up to 3,200 total points and miles after reaching spending thresholds. Earn up to 1,000 AAdvantage miles through January 22, 1,200 Atmos Rewards points through January 23, and 1,000 Mileage Plus miles through January 26.
How Much Are Points and Miles Really Worth? A Data-Driven Look at Real Redemptions by Erik Paquet January 17, 2026 37 How much is a mile really worth? It’s one of the key questions of the points and miles hobby, and we've always been skeptical of the conventional wisdom. So we base our valuations based on real trips booked by AwardWallet members using points and miles. Here's an explanation of how we're calculating mile values.
When to Downgrade vs. Cancel a Credit Card — And Top Options for Downgrading Your Card by Jess Farley and Dan Miller January 17, 2026 38 Managing the credit cards in your wallet is a crucial component of maximizing award travel. If you've decided that a particular card in your wallet no longer supports those goals, that's okay. However, it might be advantageous to downgrade your card rather than cancel it outright. Here's when you should downgrade.
Treat Yourself: How and Where You Can Use the Citi Strata Elite’s $200 Annual Splurge Credit by Tyler Glatt January 17, 2026 3 Each year you hold the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card, you’ll get up to $200 to treat yourself, thanks to the card’s Splurge Credit℠. This credit is valid at up to two brands of your choice from a short list of five eligible merchants. Here's how the credit works.
8 Points and Miles Promos Ending in the Next Two Weeks (Capital One, Southwest, IHG, Citi, United) by JT Genter January 17, 2026 8 At least 8 promotions are ending and loyalty program changes being made in the next two weeks. Here's a roundup of the promotions to consider maximizing in the next two weeks, including last chance to transfer points before a transfer partner is removed, up to 160% bonus points, 20% off stays, and an ending 400,000-mile sign-up bonus.
Amazon Prime Members: Save at the Pump and Get 10¢ off per Gallon of Gas With Earnify by Skye Class and Harrison Pierce January 17, 2026 0 Amazon Prime members can save 10¢ on every gallon of gas at participating gas stations. This is a great promotion to help offset basic living costs, and only requires linking your Amazon account to Earnify. Here's how to opt into these savings.
