Loyalty programs changing fortunes (August 2024)
To many, it seems like loyalty programs are always devaluing. Point prices go up. The ability to book valuable awards goes down. Sometimes the ability to earn lots of points goes down. But good...
Frontier offering unlimited “GoWild” Fall/Winter Pass for $299
Last year, Frontier launched a GoWild! all-you-can-fly pass. For $599 (depending on when you bought it) folks are able to take as many Frontier flights as they want, including to international destinations like Mexico,...
Delta Air Lines Amex Offer: 5,000 Membership Rewards on $500+ gift card purchase
There is a new, targeted Amex offer that gives 5,000 Membership Rewards points back on a $500+ purchase of Delta gift cards. The 5,000 MR bonus is worth $55 if cashed out via a...
A quick guide to transferable points programs
In our opinion, transferable points programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership Rewards are the most valuable points (or "miles") to accumulate. These points can often be used to book discounted travel and,...
How to find and book Emirates first class awards
Emirates first class is a fantastic way to fly. Emirates offers incredible service and top-notch food and beverage options to first class passengers. And the seats themselves, even the old style ones shown below,...
A new Virgin Red credit card is coming, but it won’t be issued by...
Update 8/6/24: Bank of America has announced that all current Virgin cardholders will be transitioned to a BOA Unlimited Cash Rewards in October. In the meantime, Synchrony has opened the waitlist for the new...
7 ways to get CLEAR for less
This post has been updated since last publication with new pricing details.
CLEAR Overview
CLEAR is a service that uses your eyes or fingerprints to confirm your identity. This is used at many airports and some...
(EXPIRED) 20% transfer bonus from Capital One Miles to Qantas
Capital One is currently offering a 20% transfer bonus when you transfer Capital One miles to Qantas Frequent Flyer (as an aside, I get a kick out of that fact that transferring from a...
(EXPIRED) Delta Amex Offer: Spend $300, earn 10,000 bonus Hilton Honors points
There is an interesting, targeted Delta Amex Offer out that seems to only appear on Amex Hilton cards that gives 10,000 bonus Hilton Honors points after spending at least $300 with Delta.
This offer is...
Southwest Airlines: Assigned seating, premium class and red-eye flights are on the way
Southwest Airlines has long been an outlier when it comes to seat assignments and aircraft boarding. Part of the joy of flying with the airline that put “UV” in “LUV” is being able to self-manage arranging a...
Best uses for Delta miles
The way to "win" the points & miles game is to acquire points cheaply (or for free) and to then use them towards outsized value. For example, you may be able to earn 60,000...
(EXPIRED) Earn double points on Virgin Atlantic flights to UK (book by 7/25 for...
Virgin Atlantic is currently running a promotion that's awarding double points on flights to the UK through the end of the year, but you only have until July 25 to book your flight.
The Deal
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(EXPIRED) Citi ThankYou Points: 25% transfer bonus to Air France / KLM Flying Blue
In addition to launching a 20% transfer bonus to Wyndham today, Citi is also offering a 25% sweetener when you move ThankYou Points to Air France/KLM Flying Blue.
The Deal
Get a 25% bonus when...
(EXPIRED) Get $250 back on Virgin Atlantic flights with new Amex Offer
There is a new targeted (but widely available) Amex Offer out that's good for $250 back when you send $1,800 or more with Virgin Atlantic. For those still looking for Summer/Fall European travel, this...
