The three US legacy carriers can’t let go of their feud with Qatar Airways. On Tuesday, the CEOs of Delta, United and American Airlines took out a full-page advertisement in both The New York Times and The New York Post that urged President Donald… - 20 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:30pm -
We’re all California dreamin’ once in a while, so when the Golden State calls you for a visit, bring along this handy list of hot spots for a family road trip with kids stretching from San Diego to Santa Barbara. One caveat: There is so much to d… - 50 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:00pm -
Many top US airlines offer a cobranded card option to help customers find the most value with their respective loyalty programs. These days, it’s not enough to focus on just one loyalty program. It’s important to keep your options open so you can… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:00pm -
JetBlue’s recent announcement that in 2021 it will begin flying to London from both New York JFK and Boston has made waves. The expectation is that JetBlue will do to the North Atlantic market what it already did to the US transcon a few years ago… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:46pm -
All Nippon Airways’ much-anticipated service between Tokyo and Honolulu, with its new A380s in special Honu livery, is one step closer. Ahead of the May 24 start, one of the three A380s completed the first two round-trip test flights between Tokyo… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:30pm -
Just in time to accumulate books for your summer reading list, Penguin Random House has announced it’s launching a customer rewards program. Consider it the grownup version of your local library’s summer reading club from when you were a kid, but… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:00pm -
As someone who has flown more than a million miles, largely by myself or with my wife, I recently flew cross country for the first time with our adopted newborn. On one flight, I selected the bulkhead row, while I opted for a row just behind the bulk… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 5:30pm -
Boeing and Airbus. Embraer and Bombardier. A large chunk of aircraft manufacturing is dominated by duopolies. And even within the duopolies, competition is limited. Despite the prolonged grounding of the 737 MAX, the prevailing wisdom is that Boeing… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 5:00pm -
“Mom, why weren’t you at my school party today? All the other moms were there.” I was hoping she wouldn’t notice. I was hoping that there wouldn’t be a critical mass of parents who came, so that my absence wouldn’t be so obvious. Or maybe… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:40pm -
Not sure what to do with your amenity kit after an international flight on United? It’s safe to leave it behind. This week, United pulled together 200 volunteers in its downtown Chicago headquarters to take part in the latest chapter of its Eco-ski… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:30pm -
If you’ve been pursuing points and miles long enough, you’ll eventually hit a point where you’re not sure which credit cards you can qualify for. The Chase 5/24 rule can be a dream-killer when it comes to the best signup bonuses, and the Americ… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:30pm -
Many credit cards now come with some sort of annual travel credit. Depending on the card, the credit can sometimes be used on any type of travel purchase, sometimes only on specific airline purchases, sometimes you need to do something ahead of time… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 6:30pm -
Many people seem to believe card issuers will grant you rewards on transferred debt, or worse, that transferring the debt to a rewards card would be a smart financial move. - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 6:30pm -
It's inevitable for plans to go awry on a trip, and when it does I try to think on the bright side. What experience has this given me that I wouldn't have otherwise? Maybe I get to meet someone new on the way or try a delicious new dish that I would… - 14 days ago Apr 5, 2019, 6:30pm -
The honeymoon phase is officially over. Whether it’s elite benefits, redemption rates, or the name change (Bonvoy?), Marriott members are not happy about how the merger has turned out. A lot of former SPG and Marriott top-tier elites are looking to… - 16 days ago Apr 3, 2019, 6:30pm -
Travel Freely offers a powerful and easy-to-use set of tools for anyone earning travel rewards from their credit cards, no matter how much experience you have. I’ll definitely be using it to track my own credit cards, and encouraging my friends and… - 18 days ago Apr 1, 2019, 6:30pm -
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.Continue reading Why Starbucks Rewards Devalued Again and ‘Gate Lice’ Goes Mainstream..… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:34pm -
Since I offer advice on earning frequent flyer miles, often with credit cards and sometimes other financial techniques, I think it's only fair to take an 'open kimono approach' with my own strategies.And the best way to do that is to share with you… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 3:58pm -
Plenty of reporters will be covering the United Airlines first quarter earnings call, but largely focusing on the airline's revenue performance and questions about the fleet - especially the 737 MAX. My interest is largely focused on customer experi… - 7 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 2:04pm -
Award space between the US and Tahiti is as tough to get as any route in the world.Right now Air France business class has some availability for two passengers a few days each month. That’s better than I’ve seen it, whether searching in November… - 9 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 12:04pm -
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.Continue reading United’s New Free Sandwich and American Dishes on its Charlotte Hub... - 21 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:34pm -
Qatar Airways owns a 49% stake in Air Italy and is attempting to revive what was once Meridiana into the dominant airline in Italy. With Delta partner Alitalia struggling, that seems possible. Although given Alitalia's challenges, draining subsidie… - 24 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 9:04pm -
The JetPrivilege program has value. Last summer investment group Blackstone looked at buying it outright.Indeed the frequent flyer program has been preparing to operate independently of Jet Airways.Continue reading Jet Airways May Have Stopped Fly… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 7:04pm -
When American Airlines launched their 'web specials' they were discounted awards, for less than the cost of a saver award. These awards allow no changes versus traditional awards which permit date changes free of charge and routing changes for a fee… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 5:04pm -
There’s no easier way to earn a large amount of miles quickly than with a new credit card. Here are the best cards with initial bonuses well worth getting a card for, each one with a bonus of at least 60,000 points. And that'll boost your account… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:04pm -
British Airways appears to be testing a redemption option to spend more points on an award ticket in exchange for reducing or eliminating taxes and fees.Continue reading British Airways Testing Elimination of Fuel Surcharges for More Miles... - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 1:04pm -
I just wrapped up an incredible three days in Beirut (well, minus the airport experience), and wanted to share my impressions of the city and surrounding area.While I'm more of a fan of nature than cities, Beirut has been on my top five list of citi… - 47 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:03pm -
There are a lot of great credit cards out there. Personally I have 25 at the moment. While I know some people are like me in terms of how many cards they have, I know other people say "I don't want that many cards, I could never keep track of them. G… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:00pm -
When I mentioned on the blog I was going to Beirut, there were two main themes in terms of reader comments:-- Beirut is awesome, you'll have a great time-- Beirut Airport is the worst thing in the worldPrior to visiting I believed the first point,… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:03pm -
When it came time to book our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, I didn't even look beyond the Park Hyatt Saigon. Ben had stayed there a few years ago and raved about it (though never wrote a full review), and the location seemed perfect for our purposes.Bo… - 6 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 2:33pm -
Chase has what I'd consider to be the best portfolio of business credit cards, which offer everything I look for in cards — great welcome bonuses, big spending category bonuses, and useful perks.One of my favorite things about these cards is how t… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 1:05pm -
Yesterday I shared the story of what happened to an American Airlines A321 last week that was scheduled to fly from New York to Los Angeles. Immediately after takeoff the plane banked uncontrollably 45 degrees to the left, causing the wing to strike… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 11:03am -
As an update to this post from a couple of weeks ago, points transfers from Amex and Citi to Etihad Guest are once again working as they should.The issue with Amex was resolved last week, and the issue with Citi is now resolved as well.Below is the… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 8:20pm -
Understandably (and justifiably) there are some cards that have become extremely popular, that just about anyone who is into miles & points has in their wallet. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card come to mind (a… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 6:29pm -
Travel providers have long had a love-hate relationship with online travel agencies like Expedia. Historically both airlines and hotels have relied on these third-party booking sites to sell their seats and rooms, yet they've also done everything the… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:35pm -
We frequently see loyalty programs sell points at a discount, and for many this is an opportunity to buy points at a cost that makes sense, especially for aspirational redemptions.At the moment we're seeing several loyalty programs offering great de… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:30pm -
In response to my recent post “What is the best credit card?” a reader pointed out that I should have included the Wells Fargo Propel card on the list. I agree, but for one thing: even though the Propel is issued by Wells Fargo, it’s an Amex… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 10:39am -
Delta SkyMiles is out with another flash sale, offering business class flights to Europe on a number of routes from August into September for 128,000 SkyMiles round trip. While that’s a good deal for Delta SkyMiles if you’re flush with those mil… - 20 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 1:15am -
Check your Chase Mobile app for a new targeted Chase Offer good for 10% back at Staples. You can only get a maximum of $6 back — so your max purchase price is $60 to get this bonus. Still, that might be worthwhile in conjunction with next week’… - 22 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:01pm -
Staples has released its weekly add and this Sunday will be offering $200 Mastercard Gift Cards with no purchase fee. Note that this time there is a limit of one per customer or transaction. The Deal Staples will be offering fee-free Mastercard gi… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:28am -
Last year, I wrote a post about a sweet-spot that had been hiding in plain sight on me in the Iberia award chart (See: From 11K RT on American: A sweet spot for North American flight redemptions). At the time, I was pretty excited about using Iberia… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 10:38am -
One-way car rentals are often quite expensive, which can make them a great use of rental car rewards such as National Car Rental free days. While this can also be true with other rental companies, it can be especially relevant with National given th… - 2 days ago Apr 18, 2019, 12:42am -
Update 4/17/19: Visa gift cards are back in stock and can be added to your cart successfully. They seem to have been going in and out of stock for several days, so if they’re out of stock when you try, check again later. Update: The $300 denominati… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 11:58pm -
The Dosh app is offering 3% cash back on purchases in-store at Staples. The Deal Get 3% cash back on in-store purchases at Staples via the Dosh app If you’re new to Dosh, feel free to sign up using one of our referral links. I’m not sure if… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 11:42pm -
Midwest supercenter chain Meijer is now carrying variable-load $20-$500 Mastercard gift cards. I believe these are now available in all stores, whereas they had previously only been available in some stores. Reports even indicate that Meijer coupons… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 3:43pm -
A few nights ago I overheard an elderly woman at a restaurant talking about Marriott: “Now they call it ‘Bonvoy’. I hate that name.” Agreed. We hate it too. All of us. Not only do we hate the name, but we hate the TV commercials where… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 10:39am -
Switzerland is home for one of us at the moment. If you follow us on Instagram, you would see tons of pictures from Switzerland. Preethi Chandrasekhar of The Eager Traveler, who last wrote last wrote about Sri Lanka, Bogota, Colombia, Medellin, Colom… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:40pm -
A good sale to Vietnam. ITA will price this at $628, but using those dates on Priceline should price at $609 Vietnam introduced a new e-Visa system – take advantage of it. Its the cheapest option. Sample Travel Date: September 16th – 23rd This is… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:35pm -
A good sale to St. Thomas. Pricing will vary slightly depending on routing Seeing the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma and Maria is heartbreaking. Go support their recovery. Sample Travel Date: September 17th – 23rd This is just ONE SAMPLE trav… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:30pm -
A good sale to Prague Condor is part of the Thomas Cook group of companies – one of Europe’s largest travel companies. Condor includes ONE checked bag up to 50lbs along with ONE carry-on up to 13lbs. Seat selection however is $35 each way if you… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:25pm -
A good sale to Prague Condor is part of the Thomas Cook group of companies – one of Europe’s largest travel companies. Condor includes ONE checked bag up to 50lbs along with ONE carry-on up to 13lbs. Seat selection however is $35 each way if you… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:20pm -
A good sale to/from Kona This is a regular economy fare with advance seat assignment and normal size carry-on included. If you follow us on Instagram, you know that we go to Hawaii with some frequency. We love it! Sample Travel Date: May 17th – 21s… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 5:55pm -
A good sale for nonstop service to London Air New Zealand includes ONE checked bag with this fare. All other airlines (American, Delta, United, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and its partners) DO NOT include checked bags on this route as they only… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 5:25pm -
A good sale to Dublin. ITA will price this at $475 (Basic Economy), using those dates on Iberia should reprice to $490 (Regular Economy) / $330 (Basic Economy). American / British Airways / Finnair / Iberia’s $490 fare is a regular economy fare wit… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:55pm -
A good sale to/from Tampa. Pricing will vary slightly depending on routing. The $254 fare is the regular fare which allows for normal size carry-on and personal item in addition to advanced seat assignment. United also have a $194 fare but that is a… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:25pm -
A good sale for nonstop service to/from Philadelphia. The $297 fare with both United and American are regular economy fares which allows advance seat assignment and normal size carry-on American also have a $237 fare but that is a Basic Economy fare.… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 3:55pm -
I was rummaging around on my Hotel Promotions page (check it out if you have any upcoming stays; current promotions are running as late as June 4, 2019) and noticed some funny language in the terms and conditions of the current Choice Privileges prom… - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 7:10pm -
Last week’s New York Times Magazine featured a long article about long-haul Amtrak travel that somehow managed to get almost everything wrong about the advantages and disadvantages of train travel. As a life-long enthusiast of train travel, I thoug… - 17 days ago Apr 2, 2019, 6:38pm -
If you entered the travel hacking game through the big credit card affiliate bloggers, you probably know that folks who rely on credit card signup bonuses to build their points balances closely monitor and protect their credit reports, sometimes goin… - 31 days ago Mar 19, 2019, 6:38pm -
Earlier this month I’d started to notice that some of the promotions that had popped up fairly regularly in the past hadn’t shown up recently. No sooner did I wonder whether we were in for some dramatic shift in the rewards landscape…than the p… - 39 days ago Mar 11, 2019, 11:48pm -
Over at Running with Miles, Charlie Barkowski has been doing yeoman’s work tracking the “Small Luxury Hotels” eligible for Hyatt Category 1-4 free night certificates, meaning properties that cost up to 15,000 points per night. Check that out if… - 44 days ago Mar 6, 2019, 10:59am -
Lately I’ve been mulling a series of posts by Nick Reyes over at Frequent Miler about the relative value of earning Hilton Honors points directly through credit card spend, versus purchasing them for 0.5 cents each during Hilton’s periodic point… - 57 days ago Feb 21, 2019, 10:59am -
Thanks to lifecycle effects I haven’t taken as many sprawling international vacations as I did when my life was governed by the academic calendar, which has had the ancillary effect of nudging me towards somewhat more luxurious travel plans. To giv… - 81 days ago Jan 28, 2019, 10:59am -
Back in September, 2018, Robert Dwyer wrote at Milenomics about all the real and potential problems you might encounter redeeming Hilton Honors free weekend night certificates. Having re-read that post, I thought I was locked, loaded, and ready to re… - 86 days ago Jan 23, 2019, 10:59am -
Unlimited access to the Priority Pass network of airport lounges, which was long an afterthought compared to airline lounges and, more recently, the superb American Express Centurion lounges, has quietly become an impressive benefit of many super-pre… - 91 days ago Jan 18, 2019, 7:55pm -
As I mentioned last week, In order to get to Maui and back I stitched together 3 legs using a single Alaska Airlines companion ticket. While folks on the West Coast are probably familiar with Alaska and their companion ticket, now that the merger wit… - 92 days ago Jan 17, 2019, 9:48pm -
Choosing the best hiking watch under $100 can be a bit difficult if you’re new to this type of gear. While many watches have great features, there are several other important factors that can affect the quality of your hiking watch. Some watches ha… - 92 days ago Jan 18, 2019, 5:09am -
Weighing up the Bose QC25 vs QC35 II Headphones, both noise canceling earphones can vie for the tag ‘best Bose headphones’. If music is food for the soul, then the noise canceling headphones QC35, QC35II, and QC25 equally epitomize the adage. As… - 95 days ago Jan 15, 2019, 6:52am -
Here are the best commuter backpacks to help you survive getting back and forth on your daily grind. If you commute to work every day, you probably already know the importance of a great backpack. The ideal commuter backpack is comfortable, spacious… - 97 days ago Jan 13, 2019, 4:13am -
There are three main types of hardside luggage materials to consider. These choices include polypropylene vs polycarbonate vs ABS Luggage — all of which have their advantages and disadvantages. Apart from what it’s made from, when choosing which… - Dec 30, 2018, 9:10pm -
Simple luggage that still looks great and can last through any type of adventure can be hard to find. Luckily, there are a few brands out there that have created just these types of luggage sets. That’s why we’ve created out Lojel Luggage Review,… - Dec 30, 2018, 8:08pm -
If you are in the market for the best pocket knife sharpener, read through the following reviews to compare some of the top brands and see which one will work best for you. Depending on the type of knives you will be sharpening, some products might b… - Dec 30, 2018, 7:05pm -
Wet socks – no one likes them, and it can be hard to avoid them if you don’t have the right footwear that keeps your feet dry. Here, we’ll discuss so of the best options including Muck vs Bogs boots, and what makes them the right choice for you… - Dec 19, 2018, 7:57am -
Looking to purchase new binoculars on a budget, but not sure who to turn to for the best advice? This article breaks down everything you need to know for finding the best binoculars under $100. If you want to jump ahead, you can find our ranking of t… - Dec 19, 2018, 5:43am -
There are so many choices out there when it comes to luggage. Oftentimes, they are very expensive, which is fine for the traveling businessman who will get his money’s worth. But for the occasional traveler, it can be quite the sticker shock. Someo… - Dec 17, 2018, 2:44am -
Hiking vs Trekking can be a bit confusing sometimes. The terms are thrown around loosely due to their similarity. Backpacking is yet another term that can be used for hiking vs trekking. The main difference with backpacking is that you carry a lar… - Dec 16, 2018, 7:01pm -
A couple days ago I wrote a post clarifying the Chase 5/24 rule and it’s relationship to small business credit cards. A reader asked the following question in the comments: “How do I figure out if I can apply for the United Explore Card under the… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 6:25pm -
Opening five credit cards within 24 months will render you ineligible for any further Chase credit cards, until that five number has dropped to, at the most, four credit cards within the last 24 months. While not published by the bank, the Chase 5/24… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 1:59pm -
Applying for business credit cards is a great way to earn more miles and points than you already do, but many people don’t apply for business cards because they incorrectly believe they don’t qualify. You don’t need to have employees, nor does… - 8 days ago Apr 11, 2019, 5:00pm -
United published some heavy-hitting changes to their loyalty program over the weekend. In a nutshell, United is following Delta down the path towards a totally revenue-based loyalty program. United has announced dynamic award pricing effective immedi… - 11 days ago Apr 8, 2019, 3:45pm -
Until mid March, Brazil required that all US Citizens visiting Brazil–even those visiting less than 90 days–obtain a visa that required both money and time to get. In 2018 Brazil made it easier to obtain by giving us the option to process the vis… - 15 days ago Apr 4, 2019, 2:03pm -
If you don’t have the money to take your dream trips, the good news is that you don’t need much money. By maximizing the sign up bonuses on rewards cards, anyone with good credit can take a dream trip anywhere in the world. There are a lot of rea… - 17 days ago Apr 3, 2019, 2:29am -
In January of 2018, I began a credit card fast that lasted for nine months. In other words, I stopped applying for new credit cards. At that point I had been cutoff from Chase credit cards for a long time, years, and was tired of it. I had opened a n… - 21 days ago Mar 30, 2019, 12:13am -
Today I’m going to wrap up a trip report I started with you guys back in January, on a three week adventure through Tuscany with my boyfriend and parents. If you haven’t read Parts I and II, I recommend doing so before reading today’s post. Tus… - 24 days ago Mar 27, 2019, 2:02am -
Giveaway time. I like Southwest for many reasons. You always get to fly with two checked bags for free. No other US carrier has that lenient of a domestic baggage policy. Flights booked with enough anticipation (or during frequent sales) can be super… - 25 days ago Mar 25, 2019, 9:50pm -
Chase has increased the bonus on the Sapphire Preferred Card from 50,000 Ultimate Rewards to 60,000 Ultimate Rewards without increasing the minimum spending requirement which is still $4,000 within three months of account opening. The 50k bonus was w… - 31 days ago Mar 19, 2019, 8:15pm -
LifeMiles is an award program that has recently become a lot more accessible, so it’s also getting a lot more attention than it has in the past. While they’re best known for running periodic mileage sales (you can buy points for as little as 1.2… - 50 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:00pm -
Every Friday, FlyerTalk looks back at the week’s most charming individuals. While there are always plenty of contenders for our Worst Passenger of the Week column, only one lucky flyer can take home the glory. - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:30pm -
A Syrian man who left his country in 2006 to work in the United Arab Emirates eventually found himself caught up in the instability caused by the Arab Spring. Hassan al Kontar eventually found himself stranded in Kuala Lumpur, but the kindness of a s… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 1:00pm -
A major runway closure at Emirates’ Dubai International Airport hub will make operations a bit of a challenge from April 16th until the construction is projected to be completed by the end of May, but have no fear because the Gulf carrier has plans… - 12 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 9:00am -
In the aftermath of the devastating fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Air France-KLM is doing what it can to help aid the restoration efforts of the landmark—by providing free flights to anyone who is working with an official restoration p… - 22 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:00pm -
Skytrax has revealed the globe's cleanest carriers as part of its World's Best Airline Cabin Cleanliness 2018 listings. ANA has taken the number one spot in the rankings, which saw passengers assess various parts of the airline cabin for cleanliness.… - 23 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 9:35pm -
It’s soon going to take more money and more paperwork to visit New Zealand. The government of New Zealand just announced a new process for entry called the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). What does that mean for travelers? It essentially means t… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 8:00pm -
A flight attendant on a recent Delta Airlines flight struck a unique bargain with a flyer who was resistant to check his valuable antique violin even though there was no space in the overhead bins. The cabin crew member suggested that the world-renow… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 6:30pm -
Aircraft tell how much passenger weight they're carrying (and make fuel calculations) by assigning the same weight to every passenger. But a new startup has come up with a way to find out exactly how much each passenger weighs so that airlines can co… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 1:00pm -
A new Google Pay feature might just make booking hotels and airline tickets more of a one-step affair. According to media reports, the Android-based payment app is testing a new update that will give users automatic access to frequent flyer accounts,… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 9:00am -
Of all the hotel programs, Hilton Honors has the larges […]The post Best Category 1 & 2 Hilton Honors Hotels appeared first on Travel is Free. - 26 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:24pm -
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While we just launched the Delta Miles Award Chart, tha […]The post Announcing The New Delta SkyMiles Calculator appeared first on Travel is Free. - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 8:03pm -
Offer details: Earn up to Quadruple Avios for stays at all participating Accor Hotels Worldwide. Full Details and online booking Until Jun 16, 19 Select automatic conversion to convert your Le Club AccorHotels points into Executive Club in your Le Cl… - 9 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 12:00pm -
Offer details 2,000 Bonus Bonvoy Points & 20% off for stays at Autograph Collection hotels in South Africa. Full Details and online Booking Until Jul 1, 19 Find many more Marriott Bonvoy bonus points offers here! Here’s an example of just some of t… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 11:00am -
You have one more day to get all your British Airways flight bookings made to earn Double Avios on them for the remainder of the year. Remember when you register and book British Airways flights by April 19 you’ll earn 100% bonus Avios on those fli… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:47pm -
The Highlight: Wyndham Rewards 900 Bonus Wyndham Rewards Points for your next stay at a La Quinta Hotel in the U.S., Canada or Latin America. Full details and online booking Until May 20, 19 Other posts since our last Bonus Offer Highlight: Up to a 5… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:55pm -
Alaska Airlines has brought back their best bonus for buying Mileage Plan miles! Right now you will get up to a 50% bonus when you buy 40,000 or more miles. Seeing that you can redeem miles for premium class flights on British Airways, Cathay Pacific… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:24pm -
Offer details: Earn Triple Miles&Go Miles for stays at all participating Accor Hotels Worldwide. Full Details and online booking Until Jun 15, 19 Select automatic conversion to convert your Le Club AccorHotels points into TAP Miles&Go in your Le Club… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 12:20pm -
Here is this month’s Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes offer! As usual it is 30% off the amount miles normally required for select routes in the Singapore Airlines and SilkAir networks. Of note with this month is the discount is avai… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 5:50pm -
This is an offer we used to see back in the of Starwood Preferred Guest and now is the first official buy points discount from the Marriott Bonvoy program. Marriott themselves, when they ran Marriott Rewards typically did not offer bonuses or discoun… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 4:53pm -
The Highlight: Hyatt World of Hyatt Earn up to Double World of Hyatt points for stays at participating M life Rewards Destinations in Las Vegas. Register online (Registration is required) Until Jul 31, 19 20% World of Hyatt Bonus Points: You will be… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 4:10pm -
You now only have two weeks left to earn 40,000 or more bonus points with IHG Rewards Club’s Faster Night Free promotion! The individualized systemwide bonus offers provides IHG Rewards Club members with opportunities to earn 500 to 40,000 or more… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 12:00pm -
INSIDER SECRET: You can use American Airlines miles to fly on LOTS of other airlines, like Cathay Pacific to Asia, Hawaiian Airlines to Hawaii, and Qatar Airways to the Middle East! With a limited-time sign-up bonus of 70,000 American Airlines mi… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:00pm -
INSIDER SECRET: With certain American Airlines credit cards, you’ll have access to the American Airlines reduced Mileage Awards, which can save you up to 7,500 miles on award flights to 100+ airports. For a limited time, Citi is offering increased… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:00pm -
INSIDER SECRET: There’s a way to avoid United’s $75 close-in booking fee! We’ll show you how. I’ll admit, I’m not great at planning things far in advance, and I’ll often let a good deal dictate my travel plans. There are also instan… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:00pm -
There’s less than a week left to apply for the increased offer on the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card! Through April 24, 2019, you can earn a 100,000 Marriott point intro bonus after meeting the card’s minimum spending requi… - 12 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 9:00am -
Limited Time Offers: Earn 60,000 miles with the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard or 70,000 miles with the CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum Select World Mastercard Earning American Airlines miles is a big part of my miles and p… - 23 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 10:00pm -
Limited Time Offers: Earn 60,000 miles with the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard or 70,000 miles with the CitiBusiness AAdvantage Platinum Select World Mastercard I currently have the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Wo… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 8:00pm -
Through May 16, 2019, there’s an increased offer on the United℠ Explorer Card where you can earn up to 60,000 United Airlines miles after meeting tiered minimum spending requirements. If you fly United Airlines, either with paid tickets or aw… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:00pm -
There exist four magical airlines that make infinite vacation-taking SUPER easy: Flying Blue (the loyalty program of Air France and KLM) Singapore Airlines Virgin Atlantic JetBlue These airline miles are so easy to earn because they’re transfer p… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 1:00pm -
Through April 24, 2019, you can earn 100,000 Marriott points after meeting minimum spending requirements with the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card. It’s a great option for those who regularly stay at Marriott hotels, or any… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 9:00am -
Check your AMEX account for an offer to earn bonus points (or cash back) for mobile wallet purchases using Apple Pay. I was targeted for the $2 back per $5+ payment on up to 5 transactions. But if you have a card that earns AMEX Membership Rewards… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 8:00pm -
Posted: 4/18/2019 | April 18th, 2019 From the blue waters of Tayrona National Park, the sweeping views of the Cocora Valley, and the ruins of San Agustín, Tierradentro, and the Lost City, to the white colonial buildings of Popayán and the hustle an… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 1:00pm -
Posted: 4/25/2019 | April 15th, 2019 Tokyo is one of the most amazing cities in the world. It’s fast-paced, futuristic, and bursting with weird and wonderful activities to keep you busy, including gorgeous shrines, palaces, and temples; hip clubs a… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 12:14pm -
Updated: 4/8/2019 | Originally Posted: 07/29/2009 Note: So much has changed since I originally wrote this post 10 years ago (also, isn’t it crazy that I’ve been blogging for so long?) that I thought that this funny little article needed an update… - 11 days ago Apr 8, 2019, 10:00am -
Posted: 4/4/2019 | April 4th, 2019 A few years ago, I read the book The Year of Living Danishly by Helen Russell. I think it originally came up as a suggested book on Amazon. I can’t fully remember. But, I stuck it in my queue, ordered it, and it s… - 15 days ago Apr 4, 2019, 11:09am -
Posted: 4/2/2019 | April 2nd, 2019 Editor’s Note: I wavered on writing about this for a long time since I didn’t want to put people off on Colombia or perpetuate the myth that danger lurks around every corner. As you can tell from my posts here,… - 17 days ago Apr 2, 2019, 12:30pm -
Posted: 03/25/2019 | March 25th, 2019 The capital of Colombia, Bogotá was the home to the region’s indigenous people, the Muisca, when the Spanish came around plundering gold and resources, and it’s been the country’s main city ever since. Bef… - 25 days ago Mar 25, 2019, 10:04am -
Posted: 3/21/2019 | March 21st, 2019 It’s been exactly one month since I moved to Paris. During that time, it’s been nonstop wine, cheese, brasseries, influencer meetups, fashionable social events, writer salons, museums, picnics, and late-night… - 29 days ago Mar 21, 2019, 12:10pm -
Posted: 3/19/2019 | March 19th, 2019 There are a lot of hostels in Medellín. As “gringo central” for Colombia, you can’t walk five feet without coming across one, with majority located in El Pablado (Gringoland) and Laureles (up-and-coming Gri… - 31 days ago Mar 19, 2019, 10:00am -
Posted: 3/14/2019 | March 14th, 2019 Colombia’s troubled past – cartels, paramilitaries, poverty, petty crime — casts a long shadow that still reaches to today. The country is still viewed by many as a place where danger lurks around every corn… - 36 days ago Mar 14, 2019, 12:00pm -
Posted: 3/13/2019 | March 13th, 2019 Before I first visited, I imagined Budapest to be this rundown former Communist capital with little to do. But I was wrong. Dead wrong. Budapest turned out to be a vibrant city with a rich history, beautiful parks… - 37 days ago Mar 13, 2019, 3:29pm -
I haven’t written a post in FOREVER here, but I think this last trip calls for it. Long story short, some medical issues during our Philippines trip forced us to cancel and rebook our flight home within a day’s notice and I’m glad that my stock… - Jul 26, 2018, 1:00pm -
The Chase Sapphire Reserve – Can’t ignore the talk of the town. Like I tell all my friends & coworkers, if any major bank is offering a signup bonus of 100,000 points, I’m 99% getting it. It’s a no brainer. Even at a high $450 annual fee (whi… - Sep 7, 2016, 12:00pm -
ICN (Seoul Incheon) – JFK (New York) KE 85 06/05/2016 Boeing 747-8i First Class Seats 1A, 1J Well this flight was a full-on treat. We haven’t been in long haul First Class in a few years so it was great to be able to experience 2 of them during… - Jun 8, 2016, 11:00am -
Just a reminder that if you’ve activated this offer from Chase, there are only a few more days to spend up to $1,500 at Amazon, Zappos, Audible & Diapers.com and get 10 Ultimate Rewards per dollar spent. Since I do too much shopping at Amazon and I… - Dec 28, 2015, 6:30pm -
UPDATE 1:50 PM EST: Another link is still up! UPDATE 1:25 PM EST: Original link DEAD! Thank to US Credit Card Guide, the best offer we’ve ever seen for the Citi ThankYou Premier credit card has been discovered! Using this link, you can earn the fo… - Aug 28, 2015, 2:45pm -
I just came across this offer while going through my wife’s American Express offers. She seems to get the better ones that I don’t get on either my EveryDay Preferred or Starwood Preferred Guest Business card. Get a one-time $50 statement credit… - Jul 22, 2015, 11:00am -
New quarter, new bonuses! These bonuses will run through September 30, 2015. Chase Freedom Activate here. Most gas stations have gift card racks so this should be an easy $1,500 to spend this quarter. Gas stations Kohl’s Discover IT Activate here.… - Jul 1, 2015, 5:20pm -
UPDATE: Looks like it’s gone as of 12:21 AM EST. Damn, better luck next time folks! As I was randomly browsing flights tonight, I came across what seems like a very cheap fare to Mexico City from Newark. This has to be a mistake since it’s a full… - May 30, 2015, 4:00am -
Some people think car rentals can be a lengthy process. For me, I try to keep it as simple as possible. You have two options to use AutoSlash. Search for a car using their site Make your booking elsewhere & use AutoSlash to find better rates The pro… - Apr 1, 2015, 11:00am -
As we come up on the end of March, we also come to the end of the first quarter of 2015. With that comes the end of the Chase Freedom 5% bonus categories – grocery stores, movie theaters & Starbucks. Be sure to get all your Q1 spend in by March 31!… - Mar 30, 2015, 11:00am -
Last month, there was an article on Bloomberg about how the Chase Sapphire Reserve card reduced Chase’s profit by almost $300 million dollars due to the lucrative signup bonus and features on the card. While the figure seems high at first glance, i… - Jan 19, 2017, 12:30pm -
At the very end of last year, IHG announced that on January 15th there would be a rather large change in award prices for many IHG hotels. In total, there are 649 hotels changing the cost of a free award night with the majority of them (488) going up… - Jan 14, 2017, 1:01pm -
Update #3: Dead for good! Update #2: Alive again! Here are two working links – link #1 and link #2. Update: Dead! This card doesn’t get much attention in the points/miles world due to a poor rewards program but it appears that Chase shortly may … - Jan 12, 2017, 12:30pm -
Below I’ve copied several headlines from bloggers in the points/miles blogosphere regarding the Chase Sapphire Reserve. These were all posted this week though I expect similar, additional posts today as well. Without any other background and simply… - Jan 11, 2017, 12:29pm -
One of my first posts of 2017 recommended that anyone who generally buys airline gift cards to take advantage of the annual airline credit on the American Express Platinum ($200) or Premier Rewards Gold ($100) cards should do so now, rather than taki… - Jan 6, 2017, 12:38pm -
At first, it seemed like a perfectly normal day. I went to McDonald’s and ordered a Big Mac. Didn’t pay much attention to the guy at the window as he handed it over. But then he said, “Look at me. We expect to be called a health food restaurant… - 19 days ago Apr 1, 2019, 7:01am -
Ever cringe when you hear a bad line of dialogue in an otherwise great movie? How about this one from Jerry Maguire? “You complete me.” A generation of people…actual grown-ass, non-teeny bopper humans…found those words to be incredibly romant… - 50 days ago Mar 1, 2019, 8:04am -
Miss me? Well, dammit, the feeling is mutual. What can I say…it feels VERY strange to not be here writing every day. Newsflash to myself: Do something for a decade and there’s a big hole when it goes away. I think these monthly posts will proba… - 77 days ago Feb 1, 2019, 9:40am -
Ok, 3 topics left. Lots to say, so here we go. I’ll paste some quotes from different readers under each topic because, frankly, your words have been WAY better than mine lately. Topic 1 – What happens to MileNerd.com? “If I compare it to the re… - 98 days ago Jan 11, 2019, 10:29am -
We’re closing in on the end of the week here, guys… So, have the last few days been intense? Uh… -Will Vanna and Pat end the next Wheel of Fortune with super awkward banter?-Is LAX a bad airport?-Does Superman weirdly wear underwear on the outs… - 99 days ago Jan 10, 2019, 10:58am -
Dear Fellow Nerds: What’s more teary-eyed than a roomful of millennials watching puppy videos on Youtube? This guy. (Damn, that made no sense) Emotions are weird, right? You really can’t plan or prepare for them…they just kind of show up. Man,… - Jan 9, 2019, 10:15am -
No way to let this final week pass without sharing some thoughts on the current state of this game. The first (and most important) question – Is this hobby dead? Of course not. If there are points to be earned, there’s still a game to be played.… - Jan 8, 2019, 10:22am -
This chapter of “Nerdy Weirdo Says Goodbye” was supposed to be about my biggest missteps here. Those are coming. But I need to respond to something and am clueless how to do it appropriately. Friday’s post was extremely meaningful to me. Dim bu… - Jan 7, 2019, 10:20am -
Where I Come From Everyone has a story, right? Most of you have been loyal readers for years. And, since 2011, you’ve heard from “MileNerd” here. No pictures of me as the blog logo. Today, with one of my final posts, I’d like to talk about wh… - Jan 4, 2019, 10:15am -
Blogging Other than “What card should I get,” the question I got asked most over the last 8 years was… “I’m going to start a blog. Do you have any tips?” To be honest, I never knew what to say. So, I’ll try to sneak this answer in here… - Jan 3, 2019, 10:03am -
The Offer No direct link, targeted offer Get $10 statement credit by using your enrolled card to spend a minimum of $10+ in one or more transactions online at Adobe.com by 5/31/19. Limit of 3 statement credits The Fine Print Excludes purchases made v… - 4 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 5:00pm -
The Offer Direct link to offer TD Bank is offering customers a bonus of up to $1,500 and a $150 transfer fee rebate when they open a new TD Ameritrade account. Bonuses are tiered as follows: $1,500 bonus when you open a new account with $500,000 or m… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 4:00pm -
eBay is offering some customers $10 off $30+The post [Targeted] eBay: $10 Off $30 appeared first on Doctor Of Credit. - 6 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 3:00pm -
The Offer All Gift Card Deals on Amazon (our affiliate link) Amazon is offering a $50 LL Bean gift card for $40 Amazon is offering a $50 Logan’s Roadhouse gift card for $40 Amazon is offering a $50 Famous Footwear e-gift card for $40 when you use… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 12:58pm -
Giant/Stopandshop/Martin’s have an offer showing in their digital coupons. Purchase $250 in Visa gift cards & save $15 off your grocery store purchasesThe post Giant, Stop&Shop, Martin’s: Purchase $250 Visa Giftcard, Get $15 Off Groceries appear… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 12:37pm -
A list of the best current credit card sign up bonuses & offers for April, 2019. We update this page on a daily basis with any new deals and include all bonuses (we don’t use any credit card affiliate links so we can remain unbiased unlike other si… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 12:30pm -
Farmers & merchants state bank is offering a bonus of $200 when you open a new smart 25 checking account. This is only available if you're under 25 years of age. Bonus is broken down as followsThe post [OH, IN, MI] Farmers & Merchants State Bank $20… - 17 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 3:38am -
Update 4/18/19: Report of a soft pull, not 100% clear if that is with opting in to overdraft protection or not. Offer at a glance Maximum bonus amount: $200 Availability: You can view eligibility requirements here. Can also pay $10 to donate to a l… - 18 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 2:37am -
The Offer Direct Link to offer (our affiliate link – offer should show soon) Raise is offering 7% off sitewide with promo code BOLT. The Fine Print Expires 04/19/19 11:59 PM CST $20 maximum discount Limit one per household Not valid on Raise Pa… - 21 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:48pm -
eBay is offering $5 off if you use promo code The post [Highly YMMV] eBay: $5 Off With Promo Code WELCOME5 appeared first on Doctor Of Credit. - 23 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 10:12pm -
To help you save, eBay is having a promotion where you can get $10 off your $30 or more purchase! To get this offer just check your email to see if you have been targeted for this deal. This promotion is available until April 23, 2019! Don’t miss o… - 35 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:15pm -
For affiliated employees of Vectra Bank in Colorado, Vectra Bank is offering $150 bonus when you open an qualifying checking account and meet all the requirements by April 30, 2019. To get started, sign up for a qualifying checking account before Ap… - 35 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:15pm -
You know buying most things in bulk will save you money, but did you know that you can also buy gift cards in bulk and save money that way as well? At Sam’s Club, they offer great deals on gift cards where you can get discounted gift cards to spend… - 46 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:04pm -
River Region Credit Union is offering residents of Missouri a $25 bonus when you open a Youth Savings Account and meet all the requirements by April 30, 2019. To get started, simply come in to a location and open a Join with Coins Savings Account for… - 50 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:00pm -
From time to time, Iberia hosts promotions for its Iberia Plus members to gain extra Avios. These promotions are an easy way to earn themselves bonus miles for purchases they’d make regardless of the promotion.This promotion, they’re offering cus… - 50 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:00pm -
If you are a resident nationwide and currently looking for great savings rates, then make sure you keep reading. Rising Bank has wide array of products to meet your individual needs. They are proud to be a financial institution that is big enough to… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:48pm -
If you are an active eBay shopper, you know how crucial it is to take advantage of the eBay Daily Deals. You can find a large variety of items and products with low prices that are updated daily. Today’s deal of the day gives you an opportunity to… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:46pm -
Community Choice Credit Union is offering residents of Michigan a $25 bonus when they refer friends and family to bank with them. To acquire the bonus, simply spread the word of Community Choice Credit Union to your friends and family members. Additi… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:45pm -
Right now, Helzberg Diamonds is having a promotion through their flash sale where you can Save up to $400 when you use the promo code CONGRATS at checkout! This deal will only be valid for a limited time and there’s no limit to what you can sav… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:45pm -
WyHy Credit Union is offering residents of Wyoming a $50 bonus when you open a Youth Savings Account and meet all the requirements. To get started, come in to a WyHy Credit Union and open a Youth Savings Account for a child aged 17 or less. A minimum… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:30pm -
Ryanair has a bad rap, after all they really are the cream of the crop, bottom feeder, ultra-low fare leader airline. Ryanair charges passengers for everything! They are the leader in unbundling airfares and had lead the race to the bottom. One can a… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:02pm -
American revamped its amenity kits for their premium cabins in early 2019. I’ve already reviewed the Business Class and Premium Economy kits. Now here is a review of the American First Class amenity kit. American maintains a first class cabin on… - 7 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 2:01pm -
Here’s an interesting new twist when it comes to airlines selling seat upgrades in advance. Delta arguably started the trend of really trying to sell premium seats, rather than giving away upgrades. (Much to the chagrin of SkyMiles Medallion me… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 11:00am -
I’ve seen a few posts recently tracking how many alliance members people have flown. I’m admittedly pretty geeky about tracking my travel. Intrigued bt this, I decided to put this together for myself. Several years ago I wrote about some exotic a… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 2:00pm -
Over lunch on Monday, I saw the horrific news of the fire at the iconic Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. We’ve since seen images of the devastation of the cathedral’s storied roof and interior. Today, I recollect a visit my wife and I made to… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 1:00pm -
SnapTravel is a new online travel agency (OTA) that offers lower hotel rates for leisure travelers and is launching a business traveler program that promises the highest cash back in the industry. What’s unusual is that it’s integrated into multi… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 11:00am -
Have you been thinking about a vacation but don’t have enough miles? Or do you just want to get away and enjoy spring break somewhere warm? If so Alaska Airlines is having a three day flash sale, with awards prices that cannot be beat. The discount… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 4:46pm -
The Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa in Tulum, Mexico, is an all-inclusive resort located on the eastern coast of Mexico. Situated along the Riviera Maya, the resort offers guests an all-inclusive experience with all your meals, drinks and activities incl… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 2:00pm -
Between April 15 and July 31, 2019, World of Hyatt is offering extra points when you stay at MGM resort hotels in Las Vegas. You can get up to twice as many points at most properties, or a 50% bonus on some cheaper options. In order to participate yo… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 5:35pm -
Happy Tax Day! If you waited until the last minute to pay your taxes, you might be facing an unpleasant balance due. Perhaps capitalizing on the panic, several tax payment services suggest a “special offer” to use Membership Rewards Points to p… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 11:00am -
Surf Air lets you take unlimited flights for 1 monthly membership fee with service between local airports in California and Texas, plus get a free guest pass when you join and refer your friends. [Read More] Surf Air All-You-Can-Fly Membership: Get… - 23 hours ago Apr 18, 2019, 10:18pm -
Make investing your money simple using M1 Finance with no commissions ever and no fees, plus get a $10 bonus credit when you invest a minimum of $100 into your new brokerage account.Updated 4/18/2019 - $100 Bonus for Brokerage or IRA Transfer: Throu… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:07pm -
Download the Freebird Rides App to earn cash back bonuses when you visit participating bars, restaurants and retailers during your Uber and Lyft rides, plus get up to $40 in bonus cash when you try Freebird Rides, earn points on every Uber and Lyft r… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:35pm -
Register at TacoBell.com or on the Taco Bell App to get a free Grilled Breakfast Burrito with any purchase for a limited time. [Read More] Taco Bell – Free Grilled Breakfast Burrito with Any PurchaseThe post Taco Bell – Free Grilled Breakfast… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 9:31pm -
Get a free fountain drink or cup of coffee in any size when you download the Pilot Flying J app and connect your myRewards account. [Read More] Pilot Flying J: Get Free Drink to Download App and Join myRewardsThe post Pilot Flying J: Get Free Drin… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 11:03pm -
Check out these current car test drive offers that are available in 2019 to earn an extra cash reward when you test drive a new automobile at participating dealerships across the U.S.A.Updated 4/16/2019: New offer available for a $25 Gander Outdoors… - 3 days ago Apr 16, 2019, 3:33pm -
Check out simplehuman to make your everyday home life easier with smartly designed products for your kitchen and bathroom. [Read More] simplehuman – Home Essentials: $10 Discount Code and $10 ReferralsThe post simplehuman – Home Essentials: $1… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 6:51pm -
Check out the Twine app (iOS only) for couples who are interested in saving and investing money together (singles can use it too), plus get a $5 Twine Sign-Up Bonus to open and fund a Twine account. [Read More] Twine – Couples Saving and Investin… - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 6:38pm -
GROUNDFLOOR is a real estate investing marketplace that is open to both non-accredited and accredited investors who can invest in short-term, high-yield returns that are backed by real estate.Just visit this GROUNDFLOOR $10 Bonus Referral Link, crea… - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 5:23pm -
Scentbird is a designer perfume subscription service that lets you discover a new perfume every month for only $14.95.Plus, you'll get your second month for free when you sign up via this Scentbird Referral Link and start your subscription today. [… - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 5:15pm -
Only a few days left to back this packing cube system that bills itself as packing cubes that transform into packs. You need to book by Tuesday before ... - 20 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:30pm -
A customs agent assigned to John F. Kennedy International Airport was arrested Thursday for taking cash from bags of passengers he was supposed to be inspecting.Joseph Cialone, who lives in East Meadow, New York, admitted according to the criminal c… - 26 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:24pm -
American Express is targeting some customers who have the no fee Hilton card with an offer to upgrade to Hilton Ascend and get 150,000 points.The post (More People Targeted) Some Are Seeing Upgrade Offers For Ascend Card, 150K Hilton Points! appeare… - 44 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:06pm -
I just wrapped up an incredible three days in Beirut (well, minus the airport experience), and wanted to share my impressions of the city and surrounding area.While I'm more of a fan of nature than cities, Beirut has been on my top five list of citi… - 47 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:03pm -
I recently shared details about what I booked with my last uncapped IHG anniversary free night. Last year, I used my free night for a stay at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia. After the stay, I felt the property was worth writing a review abo… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:30pm -
Here’s some new deals that we’ve come across in the last two days. Hopefully you’ll find some of them useful.The post Deal Roundup: Save at Hooters, Burger King, Lowes’, Rite Aid and More, Visa Gift Card Deal, Earn Uber Cash appeared first o… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:11pm -
A partir desta semana, participantes do TudoAzul que alugarem carros pela Rentcars.com poderão acumular pontos no programa de vantagens da Azul. A novidade faz parte da parceria assinada entre as empresas. Em comemoração ao lançamento do acordo,… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:02pm -
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.Continue reading Why Starbucks Rewards Devalued Again and ‘Gate Lice’ Goes Mainstream..… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:34pm -
Last month I noticed that one of my preferred hotels in Los Angeles, the Andaz West Hollywood, had quietly introduced a $23.10 destination fee for all non-award bookings (award bookings appeared to have escaped the fee) and I managed to get the Andaz… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:30pm -
Sometimes I find the simplest promotions offer great value. Best Western Rewards free night after 2 stays promotion from February 4 to April 14, 2019 was limited to only one free night for two stays. U.S. resident members of Best Western Rewards coul… - 3 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:17pm -
Hi all, I’m going to be spending a week or so away, so posts will be few, far between or non-existent. Have a great week! Want to subscribe? Just enter your email in the box above (and to the right) and click on the confirmation. GMailers, check yo… - 5 days ago Apr 14, 2019, 12:13pm -
This morning, I packed up my family of four to go from Boston to Orlando, by way of Atlanta (As the old saying goes, it doesn’t matter whether you’re going to heaven or hell. You still have to change planes in Atlanta.). And, to my utter delight,… - 6 days ago Apr 13, 2019, 3:42pm -
Let’s face it: Airports, particularly American airports, are not fun places to hang out. There are rude people, little comfort and exorbitant prices. But having access to a lounge can make the time fly by. Airport Lounges There are two types of air… - 10 days ago Apr 9, 2019, 10:58am -
I’ll end the week with some sad news, although it really isn’t news, since it happened six months ago. Discover Deals are dead.* Discover Deals Have Ended At the end of October, Discover folded its “Discover Deals (DD)” program. DD was a cash… - 14 days ago Apr 5, 2019, 7:03pm -
One of the most common questions that I see about flights is regarding which seat to book. Nobody wants to get stuck in the middle seat in front of the lavatory, of course, but how do you know which one has less legroom or limited seat recline. Sever… - 17 days ago Apr 2, 2019, 3:13pm -
Last week, the inevitable happened, as Wow Airlines announced that it was ceasing operations. It happened overnight, as passengers woke up to a notice on the website. Over 1,000 passengers were stranded and advised to ask for “rescue fares” from… - 19 days ago Mar 31, 2019, 8:00pm -
I haven’t been posting as frequently, as I make some changes to the site, but that doesn’t stop the world of travel from going on. Here are a few of the fun things that I have missed. Wrong Way BA, ftw… A British Airways flight caused a little… - 22 days ago Mar 28, 2019, 2:51pm -
Well, maybe. Selling miles is an easy way for airlines to make some quick cash. Since there is no governor on mileage inflation, if too many miles get sold, they’ll simply raise amount of miles that a ticket costs. Apparently, it’s that time of y… - 25 days ago Mar 25, 2019, 5:11pm -
If you don’t have enough miles for your next great trip, the airlines are always happy to sell you the difference. Usually, the amount that they charge you per mile is punitive. In other words, the cost of the miles greatly exceeds their value. Som… - 28 days ago Mar 22, 2019, 12:52pm -
Uh oh. Today, I got an email from Starbucks about the rewards program. The headline, of course, is a positive one. More choices for rewards, starting April 16. And what could be bad about more choices? More Rewards, Less Value The problem with these… - 31 days ago Mar 19, 2019, 9:26pm -
The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas was previously managed by Mandarin Oriental and I stayed there then, just over a year ago. There was much to be desired in my hotel review for that stay. Since I had a Hilton Weekend Night Certificate from my Hilton AME… - 77 days ago Feb 2, 2019, 12:20am -
Launched on February 1, 1999, the oneworld alliance (the third largest alliance) turns 20 years old today and has unveiled its new “Travel Bright” tagline and brand positioning for its airport lounges. Its member airlines include American Airl… - 77 days ago Feb 1, 2019, 11:52pm -
Every travel has pet peeves, some are airline related, but a number of them are hotel related. When a hotel property gets it right—a customer will choose to stay repeatedly. Get it wrong and your first visit will be your last. Here are a few things… - Dec 31, 2018, 4:31pm -
Redeem as few as 128,000 SkyMiles for round-trip flights seated in the Delta One class cabin on Delta Air Lines — plus pay between $35.00 and $310.00 in taxes and fees — for travel between the 48 contiguous United States and Europe from Friday, F… - Dec 21, 2018, 10:36pm -
You can redeem as few as 54,000 SkyMiles for round-trip flights seated in the economy class cabin on Delta Air Lines — plus pay between $40.00 and $200.00 in taxes and fees — for travel between the 48 contiguous United States and South Africa fro… - Dec 12, 2018, 10:00pm -
The rules of travel. There are rules and then there are the unwritten rules of travel. We’re most familiar with the written rules such liquid limits at airport security and how many bags are free. But the unwritten rules are the ones that the “… - Nov 28, 2018, 9:44pm -
Despite the popularity of its bigger sibling (the Sapphire Reserve credit card), the Sapphire Preferred remains a great alternative for all travelers. When I first became interested in points and miles the Chase Sapphire Preferred was the one card th… - Nov 27, 2018, 12:28am -
During travel this time of year we often have that chill-reducing Starbucks or other hydration drink in hand. While we know we can’t bring liquids through airport security (repeat after me—we do know this, right?) which includes bottles of wate… - Nov 23, 2018, 11:55pm -
T-Mobile’s free international roaming plan is no stranger to being raved about. It offers unlimited texting and “data at up to 2G speeds in 210+ countries”. When traveling abroad and don’t have the interest or experience in swapping S… - Nov 16, 2018, 9:13pm -
Norwegian Reward and No1 Lounges are back again with an offer for discounted airport lounge access which earn double Norwegian CashPoints as well. This applies only to lounges located in these UK airports: Gatwick, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Heath… - Nov 15, 2018, 10:33pm -
Apparently the current offer for HHonors bonus on MRP transfer is ending May 5th 2019. It took me several hops around Amex phone reps to get that information which didn't show in my account. My boost is 30%, pretty sizeable. I don't have a..… - 32 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:18pm -
I found out there are 4000 points difference in booking for 1 person vs 2 person. I called HHonor to clarify and the CSR told me I need to state there are 2 occupants, or I might face problem/fee at check-in time.. My spouse is a Diamond... - 33 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:17pm -
Propose specific thread to A330 retrofit status. F-GZCA done F-GZCF done other 13 frames not yet started. Please correct if any more frame has been retrofitted in-between. - 43 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:07pm -
It appears that there are certain weekend nights in the near future where an Astor Suite at the St. Regis San Francisco is as low as $180 (it's not even a prepaid rate!). Not sure how widely available this is, but I'm pretty sure this won't last... - 50 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 8:00pm -
Hi all, Ive read AA will protect the connection onto another OW carrier booked with separate tickets. I have a connection through JFK with a 5 hour layover to Iberia. Would I need to call AA in advance to let them know of the connection or does it... - 56 mins ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:54pm -
Hello, currently looking at a round trip for 80k miles with the last flight segment being June 22nd. I've been reading various articles about Alitalia's current situation, and it seems that June 30, 2019 is the date the contingency loan extension.… - 1 hour ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:49pm -
Hello all, my name is Angel and this is my very post on FlyerTalk! I've actually been lurking for several years, but I am now in need of your expert help! I have searched the forums, and could not find the answer/advice I seek. I need advice on... - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:18pm -
I want a Korean buffet, in any price range, anywhere in Toronto or southern Ontario. I want to sample (small amounts) of *as many Korean dishes* as possible. I've seen reviews for some All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ places, but it doesn't look like..… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:15pm -
Hi Everyone This will be the first time flying for my 10 year olds new Bone Anchored Hearing Aids. In order to link them to any electronic device/inflight entertainment/t-loop system a streamer has to be used. My worry is the streamer will only.… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 7:14pm -
I am looking to use points for reward nights in another country (Europe). For most of the hotels and dates I am looking at, there are reward nights available. However, in most cases the rooms showing availability are only 1 bed. I’d prefer 2 doubl… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:58pm -
This is your place to vent about the points and miles game. Did you have a particularly hard time on your MS run this week? MS avenue dry up? Did you screw up getting a bonus? Let all your frustrations go here in this thread! submitted by /u/Au… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 11:05am -
Welcome to the daily discussion thread! Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes. If your discussion is about… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 11:05am -
Welcome to the Daily Question thread at /r/churning! This is the thread to post questions about churning for miles/points/cash. Just because you have a question about credit cards does NOT mean it belongs here. If you’re brand new here, please read… - 11 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 10:05am -
This is the Weekly Data Points Central thread In this little hobby of ours, we constantly rely on sharing the experiences and data points by others to optimize our award earning process. From how often you can apply for a card or bank account, to how… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:05am -
Welcome to the daily discussion thread! Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes. If your discussion is about… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:05am -
Welcome to the Daily Question thread at /r/churning! This is the thread to post questions about churning for miles/points/cash. Just because you have a question about credit cards does NOT mean it belongs here. If you’re brand new here, please read… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 10:05am -
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What Card Should I Get Weekly Thread, where we try to figure out what card you should get or critique your current plans or AOR if you're doing it that way). Everything is YMMV and these are all opinions. Agree or disagree with your votes. As always… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 11:05am -
Welcome to the daily discussion thread! Please post topics for discussion here. While some questions can be used to start a discussion/debate, most questions belong in the question thread unless you love getting downvotes. If your discussion is about… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 11:05am -
Please note: This is a stickied post, please scroll down for new posts. The Jewish holiday of Pesach runs through April 27th. My brother and fellow DansDeals contributor JJ took advantage of the Air New Zealand business class glitch and is down und… - 2 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 6:46pm -
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Avalon Limited Edition Self Cleaning Water Cooler Water Dispenser, was $282.26 yesterday, now $199.99 Avalon Self Cleaning Bottleless Water Cooler Dispenser, was $280.39, now $199.99 Avalon A5BOTTLELESS A5 Self Cleaning Bottleless Water Cooler Dispen… - 5 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 3:31pm -
Bushnell Legend Ultra HD 10x 42mm Roof Prism Binocular For $138.60 From Amazon After $82 Price Drop! This was selling for $220 yesterday and is now the lowest price ever from Amazon. This is also on sale in Black for $169.86, they were $229.31 yester… - 7 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 1:55pm -
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Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Patricia B., who says: “Consider protecting toiletries, especially your toothbrush!...The post Think Before Leaving Your Toothbrush ou… - 8 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 1:00pm -
The weather is warming (slowly, in places like New York), and that means many around the country are looking ahead at mosquito season. To help you fight back, Mosquito Squad,...The post How to Repel Mosquitos and Treat Mosquito Bites This Summer app… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:35pm -
This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our...The post 7 Best Credit Cards for Airline Status appeared first on Johnn… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 2:15pm -
THE TOP 10 IN TRAVEL NEWS THIS WEEK: Jet Airways to suspend operations South Africa: Poacher killed by elephant then eaten by lions Flight Attendant Dumps a Tray of Drinks...The post Top 10 in Travel News: Week of April 17, 2019 appeared first on Jo… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 12:00pm -
This week’s travel contests include: Win a five-night trip for two to Sydney Win a relaxing vacation for two to Paradise Island Win two tickets to Dolly Parton’s Stampede in...The post Travel Contests: Week of April 17, 2019 appeared first on Jo… - 1 day ago Apr 18, 2019, 11:00am -
This story was first posted on November 19, 2012. It was updated on April 17, 2019. When I arrived at the St. Regis Bal Harbour I posted a comment on...The post Does South Florida Have the Worst Drivers in the U.S.? appeared first on Johnny Jet. - 2 days ago Apr 18, 2019, 4:17am -
When people ask me for help getting kids to fall asleep on a plane, my go-to gadget is the FlyTot (there’s now a new and improved 2.0 version). Well, my...The post A New Way to Get Your Kids to Fall Asleep on a Plane appeared first on Johnny Jet. - 2 days ago Apr 18, 2019, 3:09am -
I’m quickly learning that traveling with kids isn’t easy, especially when we’re traveling by car and need a carseat. You’d think that the big ridesharing companies would offer cars with...The post This Transportation Service That Guarantees… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 10:21pm -
Last week at SeaTrade in Miami, I met Cindy Bertram, author of “How Six Women Executives Steer the Cruise Industry Today.” Here’s the deal, per Amazon: “With the fast paced...The post Travel Book of the Week: “How Six Women Executives Stee… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 9:22pm -
Sal Lavallo (sallavallo) At just 27-years old, Sal Lavallo has visited every country in the world. Condé Naste Traveler recently ran a piece on him in which he answered 193...The post Travel Instagrammer of the Week: Sal Lavallo appeared first on J… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 5:42pm -
We bring you the best credit card, all the Amex Platinum card flavors, check out the best new hotels, TPG Expands to UK, all the new Mastercard benefits nobody really cares about, watch the biggest plane go on its first flight, meet the 2019 Pulitzer… - 10 hours ago Apr 19, 2019, 10:30am -
My three most favorite blog posts in the history of my blog for your eyes only. One about my most favorite redemption, one about the men in one of the most memorable photos from past Olympics and then a link to the third for one of my most proud rant… - 2 days ago Apr 17, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you the new Silvercar fees, recommend you the best Greek islands, the new UFO ETF, visit Mount Fanjing again, how AA & Amex are going down, the “shocking” news marijuana can help humans enjoy sex more, meet the unique army guards in Athe… - 4 days ago Apr 15, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you the TBB Best of Web links again: Investigate the Electronic Health Records Mess, get all the FAQs you will need to learn more about the Border Crisis, how to deal with Extreme Grief when the Unthinkable happens, how we are Living Shorter… - 5 days ago Apr 14, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you more United Miles beatings, warn you about Chase travel insurance, visit the amazing Mount Fanjing temples, introduce you to an Instagram search engine, visit Iceland and Detroit, parents helping adult children, how to book your free IHG… - 7 days ago Apr 12, 2019, 10:30am -
Once a month I make a post about how you can help support this independent blog. Here we go for April 2019! It has been a blast blogging away here educating, entertaining and inspiring. For new readers, this selfish post only appears once a month! Do… - 9 days ago Apr 10, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you the devastating news of another United MileagePlus massacre, visit the new Istanbul Business Class lounge, learn how to use British Airways Avios points flying Alaska Airlines, check out the most hyped technology, go back to WWII Japanes… - 11 days ago Apr 8, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you the TBB Best of Web links: expose the higher education scam, watch in horror all the arms sales through history, argue for support of the capitalism pie, get into details of the Malaysian mega fraud and obscene levels of greed and corrup… - 12 days ago Apr 7, 2019, 10:30am -
We bring you the new United and AA Citi credit card offers, more on the Delta Amex love story, get sick with a story about broker big bonuses, the anticipated Bonvoyed fear, how only three companies have ETF domination, redeem British Airways Avios p… - 14 days ago Apr 5, 2019, 10:30am -
We continue the series on how to get you to burn some miles to fly on Business Class to Europe Awards. Next up are these foreign airlines: Avianca, Virgin Atlantic, Cathay Pacific, and ANA. We also mention Iberia Plus as well. We hope these are helpf… - 16 days ago Apr 3, 2019, 10:30am -
