United MileagePlus Complete Guide 2024
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United MileagePlus Overview
The United MileagePlus program has changed pretty significantly in recent years, from the introduction of the valuable excursionist perk to the abolition of award charts (which has led to a series of...
Summer 2024: Wide open Aer Lingus business class to Europe from 45K each way
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan partners with Aer Lingus and with its revamped award chart, business class from the East Coast to Europe rings in at just 45,000 miles each way. Right now, I'm seeing...
Business class to Europe this winter from 38K points one way (wide January availability)
A member of the Award Travel 101 Facebook Group reported overnight about some wide open business class award availability to and from Europe on Air France that can be found via Virgin Atlantic. That's...
Earn & redeem between JetBlue and Etihad
This week, Jetblue True Blue and Etihad Guest announced a new partnership whereby you can earn and redeem miles with both airlines. While there are no incredible award sweet spots unlocked with this partnership,...
World of Hyatt Complete Guide
World of Hyatt is, by far, my favorite hotel loyalty program. Points are easy to earn, largely through their partnership with Chase, and Hyatt's generous award chart makes it possible to get huge value...
How to select seats on partner bookings
It's common to book a trip through one airline that includes segments flown by other airlines. For example, a trip booked through American Airlines might include segments flown by Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Qatar,...
Marriott’s Bankside Hotel London: Bottom Line Review
During a recent trip to the United Kingdom, my wife and I spent four nights at the Great Scotland Yard Hotel, one night in Cambridge at the University Arms Hotel, and our final night...
Hyatt’s Great Scotland Yard Hotel, London: Bottom Line Review
My wife and I recently stayed four nights at The Great Scotland Yard Hotel in London. This hotel is in the location of the original Scotland Yard which started its life as a castle...
(EXPIRED) Hilton Honors Summer Promo: Double points on all stays (starts today)
Hilton Honors has announced its Summer promotion of 2024, which will run between May 2, 2024 and September 2, 2024. Members who register will earn double points on all stays during the promotion period.
There...
[Update: I made it!] My award alert, flight change, and a risky layover
Update: I got up at 4am this morning and rushed to the Detroit airport. I needed to be there at the start of boarding to insure that my carry-on would fit in the overhead...
Best uses for Citi ThankYou points
Citibank offers several cards that earn ThankYou Rewards points. By using the right combination of cards its possible to earn 2 to 5 points per dollar on all spend. Once you've collected lots of...
[Dead] Delta One Suites to Taipei starting at 146K SkyMiles Round Trip
It's not often that you can get incredible value from your Delta miles these days so if you're interested in this deal, make sure to jump on it right away! Through August, awards are...
Hilton vs. Hyatt
For years, I've been a huge Hyatt fan. Their top tier elite status offers the best benefits of all major chains. Their points are super valuable towards Hyatt stays. They let you use points...
Hyatt’s Mr & Mrs Smith now live (details broke my heart)
When Hyatt announced their purchase of Mr & Mrs Smith, I was very excited. After all, Mr & Mrs Smith's collection of independent hotels includes incredible properties and brands like the Post Ranch Inn...
