1:1 transfers from Membership Rewards to Avios
Update: After publishing this post, a representative reached out to confirm that this is indeed a change, not a promotion. See below for more...
My latest attempt to bypass 5/24
In April, Doctor of Credit posted a "New Way To Bypass Chase 5/24." I was intrigued. I wanted to get Chase's new Ink card:...
What is Membership Rewards First? Are good things coming?
If you've recently signed up for the new Blue Business Plus Amex card, and you have a Platinum or Centurion card, you probably received...
United MileagePlus Lots of Fees Prepaid Debit Card
A couple of months ago, Greg wrote about a rumored new prepaid debit card: The United MileagePlus GO Prepaid Visa Debit Card. We wondered whether...
Buying a car: Used or new? Miles, money, or both?
Sooner or later, most of us face the prospect of needing a new set of wheels. That time has come for me -- and...
[Expired] Transfer bonus from Citi to Hilton
Citi is out with a transfer bonus from Citi Thank You points to Hilton Honors points. With the bonus, points will transfer 1:2 (1...
Free Award Wallet Upgrade Codes!
AwardWallet is a free service for keeping track of frequent flyer miles, hotel points, bank points, store loyalty programs, and more. It offers both...
Warning: 1800Flowers denying miles to gift card payers
In the past I've frequently written about ways to earn airline miles cheaply through 1800Flowers. At a high level, the approach was to obtain...
Should you Fly Now Earn Later? A caution and advice.
Amex has quietly rolled out a new benefit to many Delta cardmembers: "Fly Now. Earn Later." This new benefit lets you borrow Delta miles. ...
How to avoid United Basic Economy
Avoid United Basic Economy
In the time since I published "How to avoid basic economy when paying with points," United rolled out their Basic Economy...
How to book Delta One Suite saver awards
A few days ago I booked three Delta One Suites on Delta's new A350 aircraft to fly nonstop from Tokyo to Detroit. Each ticket...
Meet the FM team in Chicago and/or Ann Arbor
Nick and I had a great time meeting points & miles enthusiasts and presenting at FTU (Frequent Traveler University) Minneapolis a couple of weeks...
(Expired) Newbie’s new credit card plan, and initial results
A bit over a week ago I published "A credit card plan for a well informed newbie." There I detailed a plan for this...
Buy Marriott points for 0.7 cents each
Through June 30th, Points.com is offering SPG Starpoints for 35% off. Since the normal price is 3.5 cents per point, this discount makes it...
