[Update: Working again] Radisson standard awards not available (but e-certs work)
Update 8/15/20: This appears to be resolved as I am now finding standard award room availability in both the US and abroad whether using points or e-certificates.
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We had an interesting report in our Frequent...
Hyatt 15%/25% Points Rebates From Current Promo Posting Within A Week
Good news if you were planning on taking advantage of Hyatt's summer 2020 promotion which is offering a 15% or 25% points rebate when redeeming points - I received a rebate from my recent...
Bummer: GiftCards.com now limits Visa Gift Cards to $250 loads
In a move that didn't require Miss Cleo's level of premonition to predict but stings nonetheless, GC Galore is reporting that GiftCards.com is now limiting Visa Gift Card loads to $250 per card. That overnight change...
Discover: Now redeem miles for gas / restaurant purchases (permanent change)
Discover announced today that they have made a permanent change to redemption on the Discover IT Miles card: card members can now redeem miles to offset gas and restaurant purchases in addition to travel purchases. This...
How To Use Hyatt’s Guest Of Honor Globalist Benefit
World of Hyatt's Globalist status is probably the most sought after status of any of the main hotel chains thanks to its generous benefits that can do much to enhance your stays.
Somewhat ironically, its...
Schwab: No more hard pull for bank / brokerage accounts
Schwab has long been a favorite bank for travelers and credit card enthusiasts thanks to worldwide ATM reimbursements on the debit card and the ability to cash out Amex Membership Rewards points for 1.25c...
eGifter Officially Working For Shop Small Amex Offer Statement Credits
When the Shop Small Amex Offer launched a couple of weeks ago, data points started appearing that purchases from some unexpected websites and apps were triggering the statement credits.
We've already shared that gift card...
Marriott Has Returned To Many Shopping Portals
Due to COVID-19, many travel companies stopped offering affiliate commissions in March and April which meant it was also no longer possible to earn cashback for those brands when clicking through from shopping portals.
Marriott...
Radisson Rewards Improves Search Functionality: Can Now Search By State (With Some Limitations)
The Radisson Rewards program often flies under the radar, but we've written about them a couple of times recently.
On the positive side, they came out with a decent promotion which is valid through the...
Marriott Bonus Elite Nights Are Posting To Accounts
Marriott announced last month that they'd be making it far easier for Bonvoy members to earn status during 2020 for status through the beginning of 2022. (See Marriott gifting elite night credit & dropping...
Now on Business Travel Rewards: Use points for groceries, restaurants, and more
Bank of America has announced a few weeks ago that those with the Travel Rewards card can now redeem those points for groceries, dining, and takeout. Today, Greg received this offer on his Business...
Fluz App: Gift Card Purchases Earning $5 Shop Small Amex Offer Statement Credit
American Express launched a new Shop Small Amex Offer last week which gives a $5 statement credit when spending $10 at eligible small businesses.
There have been numerous data points recently of statement credits unexpectedly...
SoFi’s negative changes for new customers (affecting accounts opened 6/9/20 or later)
SoFi Money and SoFi Investing came out swinging last fall, with accounts that offered great new member bonuses that enabled a family to put together a couple hundred dollars in easy money in two-player...
[Update #2 on GiftCards.com] GiftCardMall cap reduced from $60K to $2K for cash back
Update 7/7/20: As reported last week at GC Galore, GiftCards.com affiliates have received notice that the monthly cap will reduce from $60K per month in orders to $2K per month in orders tomorrow (7/8/20)....
