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Citi ThankYou Adds AA AAdvantage as a Limited Time Transfer Partner
July 19, 2021
In a little bit of a shocking move, Citi has announced a new limited time ThankYou Points transfer partner - American AAdvantage. Starting July 18, 2021 and running through November 13, 2021, if you…
Greece 2021 Trip Report – Part 1
July 16, 2021
A trip to Greece has been on my to do list for a long time, but, I must admit, I was a bit put off by pictures of crowded beaches and tourist overrun islands. But when I learned that Greece is one of…
The Citi Card Trifecta: How to Earn 2X to 5X Citi ThankYou Points on Every Purchase
July 13, 2021
Citi ThankYou® Rewards credit cards don’t get as much coverage as American Express and Chase cards, and there’s absolutely no justification for such poor treatment. In fact, Citi offers enough…
Best-Ever 80k Point Bonus on The Citi Premier Card
July 8, 2021
It seems like every few days now we're writing about updated product offers. What an exciting time in the world of points and miles. Citi has updated the Citi Premier Card with a new welcome offer of…
LifeMiles Sweetspot: One-way to Europe in Business Class for 35,000 Miles
July 7, 2021
Avianca’s frequent flyer program, LifeMiles, is a program many people love to hate. Yes, there is a somewhat quirky web interface, hard to reach customer service and often the program doesn’t show…
Everything You Need To Know About the United Excursionist Perk
June 28, 2021
It isn’t uncommon to book a trip with more than one destination. This is especially popular for travel to Europe. Who doesn’t want to visit Rome and Paris on the same trip? How about Madrid and…
United Polaris Review Covid Edition: Newark to Tel Aviv Polaris
June 24, 2021
Anna’s note: Israel is still closed to tourists and only Israeli citizens are allowed to enter. Please check updated travel restrictions before making any plans. Know the Entry Requirements for Each…
Earn Points For Paying Your Rent: Introducing The New Bilt Rewards & Bilt Credit Card
June 22, 2021
The new Bilt Rewards and Bilt Credit Card program will help you get more from paying your rent. When it comes to earning points and miles, there’s one category of spend that can really help boost…
Chase Freedom Q3 2021 Bonus Categories: Register Now
June 15, 2021
Two of Chase’s best earning cards have no annual fees. The old Chase Freedom (no longer available to new applicants) and the new Chase Freedom Flex℠ offer 5% on rotating bonus quarterly categories.…
A Deep Dive into Emirates Skywards
June 14, 2021
I bet you 100 dirhams you’ve heard of Emirates, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates. I bet you 1,000 dirhams you haven’t heard much about Emirates Skywards, the Dubai-based carrier’s…
Best Ways To Use United Miles
June 9, 2021
When it comes to domestic airline frequent flyer programs, it’s hard to argue with the value presented by United’s MileagePlus program.
5 Ways to Offset American Express Gold Card Annual Fee
June 2, 2021
The American Express® Gold Card is a rather compelling choice for foodies looking to maximize the return on spending. The card earns a rewards multiplier on purchases at restaurants and U.S.…
Elevate your Top-Tier Elite Status with Marriott and United’s Preferred Partnership
May 27, 2021
Many people, myself included, are finding themselves with a number of top-tier status with different hotel loyalty programs. Given the pandemic, most major hotels groups reduced the requirements for…
Best Ways to Australia with Points and Miles
May 21, 2021
Many travelers have Australia on their bucket list. There really is something for everyone, from the snorkeling and diving at the Great Barrier Reef to wineries, cool cities and spectacular…
Best Ways to Book Delta Flights with Chase Ultimate Rewards
May 12, 2021
You might have noticed that the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card or the Chase Sapphire Reserve® get recommended a lot in the points and miles community. There’s a good reason for that. Rewards earned…
Marriott’s Maldives Madness: The Le Meridien Maldives
May 4, 2021
In case you didn’t know, I’m a big fan of the Maldives. To me, there’s no better holiday than being on a secluded island in the middle of the ocean with plenty of great diving and privacy. I know…
Best Ways to Earn United Miles
May 3, 2021
Most people gravitate towards domestic airline loyalty programs. After all, it is easier to stick with programs that you’re familiar with rather than learn the ins and outs of another program. That’s…
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Why You Should Turn off Pay Over Time and an Easy Way To Earn 20,000 Membership Rewards
April 30, 2021
American Express offers two different types of card - regular credit cards we are all very familiar with and the no pre-set spending limit cards.
5 Business-Class Award Flights You Can Book Using American Express Gold Card’s Elevated Welcome Bonus
April 29, 2021
The American Express® Gold Card, with its high reward rate in certain spending categories, is one of the best rewards cards to hold for dining and travel lovers. The card’s elevated welcome bonus is…
Anatomy of an Award: A Trip to Egypt
April 26, 2021
With its Giza pyramids, Sahara Desert and the Nile River, Egypt is known for many things and therefore is a popular travel destination. I must admit that this African country had been on my bucket…
Capital One Adds New Transfer Partners, Increases Transfer Rates
April 20, 2021
Capital One Venture Miles have been somewhat unpopular among the true experts in the points and miles community. The program isn’t among the top dogs because rewards don’t transfer to partners 1:1…
Why the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Is the Best Card for Newbies
April 19, 2021
If you are new to the points and miles hobby and want to learn how you too can travel for free, you’ve come to the right place. To paraphrase the famous saying, the journey of a thousand miles starts…
Alaska Airlines Joins Oneworld: Now What?
April 14, 2021
On March 31, 2021, Alaska Airlines officially joined the Oneworld airline alliance. Oneworld now has 14 member airlines with a fantastic global reach and includes some of the top-rated airlines in…
Star Alliance Options to Consider for Flying from the U.S. to Europe
April 12, 2021
Star Alliance is the biggest airline alliance in the world with 26 member airlines and includes some of the best airlines in the world, such as Austrian and Lufthansa. Thanks to Star Alliance’s reach…
Introducing the New Chase United Quest Card
April 8, 2021
The new Chase United Quest℠ Card is a new mid-tier card offering some unique new perks that you haven't seen before on other cards. Most of the times when we’re updating you on the latest credit card…