Reminder: Check Amex app for “nearby offers”
On this weekend's podcast (the one publishing tomorrow), I mentioned something to Greg that we've written about before, but we thought it was worth a quick highlight again for those who may have forgotten:...
Southwest extends companion pass and qualifying period by a month
Gary at View from the Wing reports that Southwest Airlines is making a couple of customer-friendly moves to extend Companion Pass benefits and the qualifying period for elite status. Obviously Southwest has a lot...
GiftCards.com off some portals (including AAdvantage eShopping)
GiftCards.com has been removed from some shopping portals. Doctor of Credit reports that this happens from time to time and isn't cause for concern, but for those of us who left it to the...
Southwest offering reimbursement for “reasonable” expenses
Southwest Airlines has been absolutely melting down over the past week. While a winter storm began the downward spiral, but the implosion that ensued seems to have come from within (I'm not sure that...
Hilton replaces breakfast benefit for elite members in the United States [not expanding worldwide]
Update 12/23/22: Loyalty Lobby reports that, at some point during December, the Hilton Honors T&C's changed from:
complimentary continental breakfast (All Inclusive hotels, hotels with Executive Lounges, and non-U.S. only), Daily Food & Beverage Credit...
PSA: Remember to enroll in Platinum card benefits
Given that December is a great month to open Platinum cards and many readers may be taking advantage of the targeted Business Platinum card & business checking bundle or one of the great offers...
What are Marriott points worth?
In March 2022, Marriott dumped their award charts. Behind the scenes, though, hotel prices were capped to a maximum value that usually wasn't far above the peak pricing from the good old award chart...
Chase Sapphire Reserve $150-$250 retention offer for some [Targeted]
Update 12/10/22: I'm seeing more recent reports of people receiving a $150 statement credit as a retention offer on both the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Chase Ritz-Carlton Visa. I noticed some reports at...
British Airways adds option to use more Avios, less money
God Save the Points broke the story this morning that British Airways Executive Club today announced a new way to book British Airways award tickets. The short of the story is members now have...
15% off Lowe’s gift cards at Dollar General today only (11/24)
Dollar General has Lowe's Gift Cards available for sale for 15% off today only. Yes, it's only valid on Thanksgiving Day, but many stores are open late if you're driving home after your festivities.
The...
Free in-flight WiFi expands, JetBlue to Paris and the return of personal ambassadors [Saturday...
In recent news from around the web we have a post about free WiFi coming soon to a Delta flight near you, JetBlue's coming expansion to the land of ooh-la-la, a new Escape lounge...
Capital One offering free PRIOR subscription for Venture X cardholders
Capital One announced a new partnership with PRIOR this week that gives Venture X cardholders a complimentary PRIOR Subscription that includes access to global travel guides, early bookings and a twice-weekly newsletter. I'm not...
Amex Green to get $189 CLEAR credit
Doctor of Credit is reporting that the Amex Green Card will feature a $189 reimbursement for CLEAR. That's an increase from the current $100 reimbursement and makes the benefit match the CLEAR benefit offered...
Finding Bank of America extra rewards, cool new Aeroplan partner, hotel price trick and...
This week's picks from around the Internet see Australia making a double appearance with both a new Star Alliance credit card and a hotel price trick. Also learn how to find the extra rewards...