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  • Refresher: maximizing the value of Just4U points
    Just4U, the loyalty program of the sprawling Albertson’s grocery empire, is one of the worst-documented loyalty programs I’ve ever encountered. Like the English Constitution, it is not unwritten, but it is written differently, and since I’ve be…
    - Apr 29, 2026, 4:34pm -
  • Bank of America Preferred Rewards: goodbye and good riddance
    In February Bank of America announced a devaluation of their Preferred Rewards program and its rebranding as BofA Rewards. For new customers, the devaluation is scheduled for May, 2026. As a reminder, Preferred Rewards allows customers to receive a 2…
    - Apr 13, 2026, 7:54pm -
  • Pleasure to report: Chase Travel Ultimate Rewards refunds working as described
    Back in November, 2025, I wrote about the Chase Ultimate Rewards point devaluation. Ultimate Rewards points held in accounts linked to premium Ultimate Rewards-earning credit cards were previously redeemable for 1.25 cents each towards reservations m…
    - Mar 2, 2026, 11:21pm -
  • Housekeeping: (long-overdue) blog consolidation
    As long-time readers may recall, I’ve futzed around with my blog hosting over the years. Early on, I used PayPal to bill subscribers (who receive my occasional Subscribers-Only Newsletter), but that PayPal account was ultimately shut down due to un…
    - Feb 23, 2026, 8:45pm -
  • Manually requesting upgrade refunds from United
    Over the Christmas holidays I flew to Palm Springs, California, on United Airlines, which turned into an extremely frustrating experience (but I repeat myself: it was United Airlines). I booked seats in economy, and then a few weeks later saw I could…
    - Feb 4, 2026, 8:01pm -
  • Why will there always be another deal?
    I like to say that “every deal dies, but there will always be another deal.”I think most travel hackers of ordinary intelligence understand why every deal dies. If you think of each deal as being designed with some average cost per user in mind,…
    - Jan 29, 2026, 11:28pm -
  • Getting started with Aligned Incentives, the gift card reseller-cum-bill broker
    When I write about gift card reselling, I usually give the rates available on the cards available for sale to CardCash.com. I do not and have never had any financial relationship with CardCash except that they buy my gift cards, let alone an affiliat…
    - Jan 13, 2026, 8:07pm -
  • Managing legacy and devalued Ultimate Rewards points balances
    On October 26, 2025, Chase devalued their Ultimate Rewards program by eliminating the fixed-redemption option of 1.25 cents per point when redeeming newly-earned points held in accounts linked to premium credit cards through their travel portal.They…
    - Nov 24, 2025, 9:38pm -
  • My Robinhood shutdown experience: Part 3, resolving my IRA transfer stalemate
    I’ve been chronicling my Robinhood shutdown story over the past few months (Part 1, Part 2) as my taxable positions were liquidated and the balance in my taxable account was “refunded” to the various debit cards I’d used to liquidate my manuf…
    - Nov 3, 2025, 9:36pm -
  • My experience requesting missing Just4U points
    The Albertsons/Safeway Just4U program has, for whatever reason, chosen to print rewards so aggressively that it’s oddly become of my main sources of value over the last few years. That being said: not everything always goes right.Two weekends ago I…
    - Sep 27, 2025, 11:07pm -

Well Traveled Mile

  • World of Hyatt FAQ: All Your Questions Answered
    With some of the best elite status benefits across all hotel programs, the World of Hyatt loyalty program is incredibly valuable for travels looking to ... Read moreWorld of Hyatt FAQ: All Your Questions Answered
    - Jan 19, 2021, 8:36pm -
  • Your Guide to Maximizing Hilton Diamond Benefits
    As Hilton Honor’s top-tier elite status, Diamond status is stacked with valuable perks for business and luxury travelers alike. This guide covers everything you need ... Read moreYour Guide to Maximizing Hilton Diamond Benefits
    - Jan 6, 2021, 11:50pm -
  • Your Guide to Maximizing Hilton Honors Gold Benefits
    With over 6,300 properties across 18 brands, the Hilton Honors program is one of the largest and most popular hotel loyalty programs. Gold status is ... Read moreYour Guide to Maximizing Hilton Honors Gold Benefits
    - Jan 6, 2021, 11:10pm -
  • New Tool! Compare Credit Card Bonus Offers on a Graph
    We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Card Maximizer tool. The idea of the tool is to help you quantitatively compare credit card offers. With ... Read moreNew Tool! Compare Credit Card Bonus Offers on a Graph
    - Mar 26, 2020, 10:18pm -
  • SFO United Polaris Lounge Review
    The new United Polaris lounge at San Francisco Airport (SFO) is one of the world’s largest lounges. On 28,120 square feet (2,612 square meters) you ... Read moreSFO United Polaris Lounge Review
    - Mar 5, 2020, 5:25am -
  • An In-Depth Guide to All 29 Marriott Hotel Brands
    Now that Marriott has merged with SPG and Ritz-Carlton, there are 32 Marriott hotel brands across the world representing more than 6,700 properties. You’ll notice ... Read moreAn In-Depth Guide to All 29 Marriott Hotel Brands
    - Mar 5, 2020, 3:44am -
  • Marriott Bonvoy FAQ: All Your Questions Answered in One Place
    Have questions about getting started, earning or redeeming Marriott points? This comprehensive Marriott Bonvoy FAQ goes over everything you should know with answers to all ... Read moreMarriott Bonvoy FAQ: All Your Questions Answered in One Place
    - Mar 4, 2020, 8:19pm -
  • Complete Guide to United MileagePlus [2021 Guide]
    While it’s gone through many changes United’s MileagePlus remains one of the most valuable airline loyalty programs. Among U.S. frequent flyer programs, United MileagePlus offers ... Read moreComplete Guide to United MileagePlus [2021 Guide]
    - Mar 3, 2020, 8:15pm -
  • How to Get Hilton Gold Status (and Why You Want It)
    Having Gold status with Hilton Honors means you’ll get extra perks when you stay at Hilton hotels and resorts. This can amount to savings money ... Read moreHow to Get Hilton Gold Status (and Why You Want It)
    - Mar 2, 2020, 11:25pm -
  • Credit Card Referral Bonus Programs – Refer a Friend to Earn Extra Points
    Want to earn thousands of bonus points or hundreds in cash back just by referring your friends and family to a credit card they’ll love? ... Read moreCredit Card Referral Bonus Programs – Refer a Friend to Earn Extra Points
    - Feb 21, 2020, 5:03am -

MileValue

  • Booking Wyndham Vacation Club Properties for 7,500 Points or Less
    For bookings made on or after September 15, 2026, Wyndham Rewards award tiers will expand from three tiers to four tiers. Individual properties also may change tiers. New standard Free Nights award rates will be 5,000 points, 15,000 points, 30,000 po…
    - 100 days ago Jul 1, 2026, 9:01am -
  • Wyndham Rewards Program Guide
    For bookings made on or after September 15, 2026, Wyndham Rewards award tiers will expand from three tiers to four tiers. Individual properties also may change tiers. New standard Free Nights award rates will be 5,000 points, 15,000 points, 30,000 po…
    - 100 days ago Jul 1, 2026, 9:00am -
  • Capital One Transfer Partners: Airline Partner Introduction
    Most experienced points and miles enthusiasts agree that transferring flexible rewards , including Capital One Miles, to partner loyalty programs often provides the greatest value. In recent years, Capital One Miles have become significantly more val…
    - Mar 11, 2026, 9:00am -
  • Capital One Transfer Partners: Star Alliance Airlines
    Transferring flexible currency—including Capital One Miles—to partner loyalty programs can provide greater value compared to other uses of these miles.Capital One has more than 15 transfer partners.The post Capital One Transfer Partners: Star A…
    - Mar 11, 2026, 8:59am -
  • Capital One Transfer Partners: SkyTeam and Non-Alliance Airlines
    Transferring flexible currency—including Capital One Miles—to partner loyalty programs can provide greater value compared to other uses of these miles.Capital One has more than 15 transfer partners.The post Capital One Transfer Partners: SkyTea…
    - Mar 11, 2026, 8:58am -
  • Capital One Transfer Partners: Oneworld Alliance Airlines
    Transferring flexible currency—including Capital One Miles—to partner loyalty programs can provide greater value compared to other uses of these miles.Capital One has more than 15 transfer partners.The post Capital One Transfer Partners: Onewor…
    - Mar 11, 2026, 8:57am -
  • Redeeming American Airlines Miles for Flights to Asia
    In recent years, Asia has become a popular travel destination for North Americans. With significant competition for desirable flights, finding award flights availability can be challenging.For travelers planning to use American AAdvantage miles for…
    - Feb 4, 2026, 10:00am -
  • The Basics of Chase Ultimate Rewards
    Chase Ultimate Rewards is one of the leading flexible rewards programs. Its currency—called Ultimate Rewards points—can be earned and redeemed in different ways.The post The Basics of Chase Ultimate Rewards appeared first on MileValue.
    - Jan 21, 2026, 10:00am -
  • Venture X Business: A Good Choice for Business Owners with High Spend
    An essential characteristic of small-business owners is the ability to make decisions. However, one important decision that many small-business owners overlook is the choice of which business credit card to use for your expenses.The post Venture X B…
    - Dec 31, 2025, 10:00am -
  • How to Book Cheap Domestic Awards on Star Alliance
    One common complaint amongst U.S. residents is the high price of domestic flights.The post How to Book Cheap Domestic Awards on Star Alliance appeared first on MileValue.
    - Dec 10, 2025, 10:00am -

Frequent Flier

  • Southwest Employees Stage Vaccine Protest at Headquarters and in Court
      Both events happened on Monday, October 18, 2021, as the employees seek an alternative to either accepting the vaccine or potentially losing their jobs. Southwest Pilots Ask Court for Time, While Employees Stage Demonstration The demonstration at…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 6:44pm -
  • Flyer Makes Ill-Advised Stand on Airplane Using Microphone
      A Delta Air Lines passenger learned that the hard way when they attempted to “educate” the passengers about the COVID-19 pandemic during their flight. The moment on the Sunday, October 17, 2021 flight was caught on video thanks to a flyer post…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 6:16pm -
  • Singapore Airlines Plans World’s Shortest A380 Flight
      CNN reports Singapore Airlines will start flying some of their Airbus A380 aircraft between their home airport of Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Singapore Operates Hour-Long Flight For “Operational Reasons” Prior to…
    - Oct 19, 2021, 3:57am -
  • Southwest Denies Employees Subversive Actions to Blame for Network Meltdown
      In a message posted online, airline president and COO Mike Van de Ven outlined the problems that caused hundreds of flights to be cancelled.   “The Weekend Challenges Were Not a Result of Unusual Southwest Employee Activity” In his explanatio…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 3:09pm -
  • Arrivederci Alitalia, Ciao…ITA?
      Reuters reports the airline has flown its last flight, with government-owned airline Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) taking over the operations on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021. New Airline, New Owners, Same Alitalia Colors (and Potential Problems) The moder…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 2:42pm -
  • Former 737 MAX Chief Technical Pilot Charged with Fraud
      U.S. attorneys for the Northern District of Texas announced the inditement of 49-year-old Mark A. Forkner on multiple counts of wire fraud and fraud involving aircraft parts in interstate commerce. Forkner: “I basically lied to the regulators (u…
    - Oct 15, 2021, 2:14pm -
  • American and JetBlue Roll Out Reciprocal Elite Benefits
      Both carriers announced which reciprocal rewards their most loyal flyers will get starting immediately. Reciprocal Benefits Include Priority Check-In, Security Screening and Boarding Between the two programs, the benefits are split equally for eli…
    - Oct 14, 2021, 3:12am -
  • Delta Climbs Back to Profitability, Reporting $216 Million Pre-Tax Income
      On the quarter ending September 30, 2021, the airline reported a pre-tax income of $216 million, excluding a $1.3 billion net benefit related to the second Payroll Support Program extension by Congress. SkyMiles Membership Continues to Grow, While…
    - Oct 13, 2021, 10:48pm -
  • What REALLY Caused Southwest’s Massive Weekend Meltdown?
      Immediately, rumors began spreading on the reasons why flights were grounded. While some blamed weather and a lack of staff at air traffic control centers, others claimed unionized pilots were attempting subversive action to protest COVID-19 vacci…
    - Oct 13, 2021, 8:48pm -
  • Marriott “Week of Wonders” Offers Bonuses for Booking Travel
      The hospitality giant launched their second annual “Week of Wonders,” offering limited-time bonuses for those who schedule a stay between October 7 and 14, 2021. “Wonders” Include Discounts, Points Bonuses and Experiences Similar to their…
    - Oct 8, 2021, 12:15am -

God Save the Points

  • A Flight Only Bookable With Points Offers Amazing Winter Sun
    I often tell people that the best unkept secret with Avios is, in fact, the Avios app. Separate to the British Airways app, the Avios app...The post A Flight Only Bookable With Points Offers Amazing Winter Sun appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - Jul 31, 2025, 1:41pm -
  • My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind
    There’s… a lot… of coverage surrounding the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve Card. As per usual these days, the hot takes are plentiful and people are fired...The post My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind app…
    - Jul 1, 2025, 10:56am -
  • Wander.com: Best Luxury Take On Airbnb (With Real Value Too?)
    At first, the big hotel chains of the world laughed off Airbnb and vacation rentals. No seriously, they did. Now, they all compete in the vacation...The post Wander.com: Best Luxury Take On Airbnb (With Real Value Too?) appeared first on God Save Th…
    - Jun 4, 2025, 7:49pm -
  • This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List
    Santorini has been overcrowded in recent years, but a quiet season means it’s the perfect time to grab a bargain, or a better experience. It’s June,...The post This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List appeared first on God Save T…
    - Jun 3, 2025, 3:31pm -
  • Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In
    This week, Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying to India. In Virgin fashion, it’s doing so in style, with a joint announcement among partners Delta...The post Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In appeared first on…
    - Jun 3, 2025, 3:24pm -
  • Global Airlines Is “Fyre Festival”, Not Virgin Atlantic
    Yesterday, a Hi-Fly charter airplane took off from Glasgow bound for New York, with Hi-Fly crews and pilots. If you read the papers, it was purportedly...The post Global Airlines Is “Fyre Festival”, Not Virgin Atlantic appeared first on God Save…
    - May 16, 2025, 3:24pm -
  • New Credit Card Sets Annual Fee Dynamically, Based On Benefit Usage
    Among savvy Redditors and credit card blogs, there’s a common thread with many recent credit card changes. “It feels like a coupon book” is often the...The post New Credit Card Sets Annual Fee Dynamically, Based On Benefit Usage appeared first…
    - Apr 2, 2025, 12:12am -
  • What’s Your Airport Dwell Time? A Metric Businesses Think A Lot About
    Dwell time, simply, is how long you spend in an airport, or airport space, before a flight. For most people, it’s not something they’ve ever actively...The post What’s Your Airport Dwell Time? A Metric Businesses Think A Lot About appeared fir…
    - Apr 1, 2025, 12:33pm -
  • Current Business and First Class Deals (Updated MAY 2025)
    We teamed up with our friends at Premium-Flights to make this awesome, live and living deal page for you. Here, you can easily see the latest...The post Current Business and First Class Deals (Updated MAY 2025) appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - Mar 30, 2025, 1:15pm -
  • Final Call: £1657 London-New York Business Class + Hotel Offers
    The baseline for great flight deals has gone up a bit in 2025, but there’s a chance to get around that today with a great British...The post Final Call: £1657 London-New York Business Class + Hotel Offers appeared first on God Save The Points.
    - Mar 17, 2025, 10:43am -

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Million Mile Secrets

  • How to Bring Your Social Media Monetization Strategy to Email
    There are many ways to monetize your online presence, including ads on your website, paid posts on social media, or via email. While social media may be newer to the monetization scene than websites, emails, or blogs, it has quickly become one of t…
    - Mar 6, 2025, 3:33pm -
  • A Quick Guide to 7 Key Email Marketing Metrics to Watch
    Maximize your email efforts by tracking these metrics and making adjustments as needed. With…
    - Nov 20, 2023, 9:41pm -
  • How to Choose an Email Newsletter Service
    Email was invented in 1971, and since then, it has completely changed how we communicate with people we know and those we may not know in person. With the introduction of social media in 1997 and the rapid rise and evolution of these channels, it w…
    - Oct 31, 2023, 1:11pm -
  • An Introduction to Forever Funnels
    Imagine sending emails to your list that offer value, increase engagement, and strengthen brand awareness at regular intervals without creating new content for each email — for an unlimited amount of time. Oh! And it’s all done automatically.…
    - Oct 30, 2023, 3:11pm -
  • 9 Signs It’s Time to Switch Email Services
    How to tell if you’ve outgrown your current provider.When it comes to email marketing, the time-tested age-old saying rings true:Your emails are only as good as the service provider sending them.*OK, this isn’t really a time-tested age-old…
    - Oct 27, 2023, 4:54pm -
  • Get Into the Spirit with Free Holiday GIFs and Images
    Have a little fun this holiday season with millions of free stock images and GIFs to add to your emails.Adding fun new images and GIFs is a simple and easy way to bring the holidays into your email marketing. And the best part is that you can qui…
    - Oct 5, 2023, 5:04pm -
  • Optimize Your Email Subject Lines with ChatGPT AI
    You know by now that email marketing is an incredibly powerful tool for staying connected and engaging with your audience, but the success of your email efforts hinges on one crucial detail: whether or not your subscribers are opening your emails.…
    - Oct 5, 2023, 1:22pm -
  • Beat the Algorithms by Turning your Online Audiences into Email Subscribers
    7 actions to take today to convert your audience and grow your email list.Social media and podcasts are incredible platforms for connecting with like-minded people and building a community. A downside of them both, however, is you’re at the whi…
    - Sep 21, 2023, 1:55pm -
  • Holiday Email Campaigns 101 with FeedBlitz
    The holiday season seems to creep up faster and faster as each year passes. And because of this, it’s never too soon to get a jump-start on planning, content creation, and revenue strategizing. This guide covers multiple topics related to all thi…
    - Aug 31, 2023, 5:02pm -
  • Is This Email About My FeedBlitz Account Genuine?
    Bad actors can try to try to steal your login credentials here at FeedBlitz by faking a “your account has been suspended” or similar scary sounding email, which takes you to a copy of our login screen. We’re also seeing some new spins on this,…
    - Aug 30, 2023, 8:52pm -

Nomadic Matt

  • Holafly Plans: The Best eSIM Plan for Long Term Travelers

    - 72 days ago Jul 28, 2026, 4:40pm -
  • Nomad Citizen: A New Social Safety Net for Entrepreneurs
    If you’re a digital nomad or a location-independent business owner, you’re either overpaying for fragmented insurance coverage (travel, medical, etc.) or just badly underinsured. You have a health plan, travel insurance, and maybe some medical ev…
    - Jun 18, 2026, 12:07pm -
  • Faye Travel Insurance: The Best New Company Out there
    We may receive compensation from Faye as an advertising partner. However, this does not influence our evaluations. Our opinions are our own. I’ve been writing about travel for nearly two decades and, in that time, I’ve watched the travel insuranc…
    - Jun 3, 2026, 1:05pm -
  • Madrid 5-Day Itinerary: A Guide to Culture, Gastronomy, and Local Life
    Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10…
    - May 6, 2026, 7:50am -
  • Capital One Venture Business Card Review
    If you’re a traveler like me, chances are you’re always on the lookout for ways to make your trips more affordable. That’s why I collect points and miles: they help me lower my travel costs so I can spend my money on what’s actually important…
    - May 1, 2026, 3:30pm -
  • Outsite Review: The Best Place to Stay for Digital Nomads
    Balancing travel and remote work will always be one of the biggest challenges on the road. When you’re a digital nomad, it’s always a struggle to balance sightseeing and also get your work done in a nice, quiet environment. No one wants to spend…
    - Apr 24, 2026, 7:38am -
  • How the Antigravity 360 Drone Will Change Your Travels
    Drones are huge. And, while there’s lots of restrictions around them, a lot of travelers take them on road because they produce some amazing sweeping aerial shots. There’s lots of amazing brands out there but one that I think is super cool is the…
    - Apr 23, 2026, 7:35am -
  • Why This Company is One of the Best for Finding Work
    Most travel is extractive and passive. You show up somewhere, take photos of the same landmarks everyone else takes photos of, eat at a restaurant the guidebook recommended, and hit up some bars. You take some tours to learn about the place and, if y…
    - Apr 3, 2026, 11:38am -
  • Don’t Visit Ko Lipe
    After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a…
    - Feb 23, 2026, 3:59pm -
  • How I Got My Visa to France
    I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around the area and introduced me to French culture. It was my first time in France and I loved the food, the wine, and the peo…
    - Feb 16, 2026, 8:25am -

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Hustler Money Blog

  • Huntington Bank $400 Perks Checking Bonus – Ends 1/15/27
    Learn about Huntington Perks Checking bonuses here. Get your Huntington Perks Checking Coupon here! Huntington Bank is offering a $400 cash bonus when you open a Huntington Perks Checking account. Your Huntington Perks Checking Account has all the f…
    - 1 day ago Oct 7, 2026, 4:19pm -
  • KeyBank Promotions: $300, $500, $1000 Checking, Business Bonuses – Ends 12/11/26
    Here’s an updated list of KeyBank promotions, bonuses, and offers. Currently, KeyBank offers a $300 or $500 bonus when opening a qualifying checking account and meet all the requirements. Update 10/7/26: KeyBank is offering a $300 bonus when openin…
    - 1 day ago Oct 7, 2026, 3:57pm -
  • Best Cash Back Shopping Portals for October 2026
    Do you love online shopping? It makes sense to look for the Best Cash Back Shopping Sites, Portals, etc. Here at HustlerMoneyBlog, I want to help you find the absolutely lowest price on all items with maximum cash back. You can get maximum cash back…
    - 1 day ago Oct 7, 2026, 2:52pm -
  • HSBC Premier Checking Bonus: Up to $3,000 Offer
    Here you’ll find the latest HSBC premier checking offers and promotions – you can earn up to a $3,000 cash bonus after meeting qualifying activity! With the HSBC Premier checking account, get international services and benefits tailored for globa…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 1:51pm -
  • HSBC Bank Promotions: Up to $3000 Checking Bonus – October 2026
    Find the latest HSBC Bank promotions, bonuses and offers. Find Checking, Savings, and Business Checking promotions here. Update 10/7/26: You currently have an opportunity to earn up to $3,000. Open a Premier checking account and complete qualifying a…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 1:00pm -
  • U.S. Bank Promotions for October 2026: $200, $450, $1200 Personal Checking & Business Bonuses
    Affiliate links for the products on this page are from partners that compensate us and terms apply to offers listed (see our advertiser disclosure with our list of partners for more details). However, our opinions are our own. The latest U.S. Bank p…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 12:00pm -
  • Huntington Bank Promotions for October 2026: $400, $1,000 Checking Bonuses – Ends 10/14/26
    Find the latest Huntington Bank promotions, bonuses, and coupons for 2025. Find your Huntington Bank offers below. Member FDIC Right now, Huntington Bank offers $400 or $1,000 bonus with their business checking account. Update 10/2/26: The $400 and $…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 12:00pm -
  • Best Bank Rates & Savings Accounts – October 2026
    Find which banks have the best Savings account and Money Market Account rates here. Savings accounts and money markets interest rates change constantly, almost daily! We will do our best to update them as often as we can. All banks listed are federal…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 11:00am -
  • 1000+ Best Bank Bonuses, Promotions, Offers – October 2026
    Below is the complete list of bank bonuses nationwide. Read our in-depth review for a complete guide of each bank bonus. Make sure to read all the terms and conditions at the bank's web page to fulfill the bonus requirements.The post 1000+ Best Bank…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 10:00am -
  • U.S. Bank Smartly Checking Up to $450 Bonus – Ends 11/10/26
    Earn up to $450 when you open a new U.S. Bank Smartly® Checking account and complete qualifying activities. Subject to certain terms and limitations. Offer valid through November 10, 2026. Member FDIC. Update 10/6/26: There’s currently an up to $4…
    - 2 days ago Oct 6, 2026, 5:24pm -

Travel Codex

  • newExplora Journeys Announces Luxury Rivers Cruises
    One of the World’s newest luxury cruise companies is anding to luxury river cruising in an ability to expand it’s market.  Explora Journeys, the luxury cruise brand from MSC Group, is officially making the jump from the world’s oceans to Europ…
    - 11 hours ago Oct 8, 2026, 3:17pm -
  • Explora Journeys Private Fares Take Up to 25% Off Luxury Cruises
    Explora Journey has made a huge splash in the cruise market and I would say is changing luxury cruising for the better.  Luxury cruising is not usually where travelers look for a bargain. But a new collection of preferred fares for select Explora Jo…
    - 6 days ago Oct 2, 2026, 4:48pm -
  • Tanzania Adds Mandatory Travel Insurance Requirement Starting October 1, 2026
    If you’re traveling to Tanzania for a safari, climbing Kilimanjaro, visiting Zanzibar, or combining all three, there’s a new expense and entry requirement you’ll need to know about. Beginning October 1, 2026, Tanzania will require many internat…
    - 9 days ago Sep 29, 2026, 3:34pm -
  • I’m Sailing Swan Hellenic Right Now & You can Save 5-10% On Your Next Booking
    If you’ve been considering a Swan Hellenic expedition cruise, this may be one of those rare instances where my being on a ship can actually save you money.  I’m currently sailing with Swan Hellenic, and while I’m onboard I have access to Swan…
    - 15 days ago Sep 23, 2026, 4:17pm -
  • Hotel Review: The Legian Seminyak Bali. Superb Luxury & Comfort
    Bali has no shortage of luxury hotels. You can stay in sprawling resorts in Nusa Dua, private pool villas in Ubud, or newer design-focused properties scattered along the increasingly busy coast. But after staying at The Legian Seminyak, Bali, I was r…
    - 18 days ago Sep 20, 2026, 6:10pm -
  • Atlas Ocean Voyages Sale: Cruises From $1,999 and Antarctica From $8,999
    Atlas Ocean Voyages is back with another aggressive sale, and there are some genuinely good values here. Which is somewhat surprising as Atlas continues to move up market and charge more on most departures.  This time, select 2026 and 2027 voyages a…
    - 27 days ago Sep 11, 2026, 2:15pm -
  • Oceania Cruises Announces First Entirely Gluten Free Cruise
    Oceania Cruises, a luxury cruise lines with less than 1200 guests per ship is inviting Gluten free adults and those with Celiac disease to come and travel with them! Offering the first ever Gluten free sailings. This is a game changer for the million…
    - 29 days ago Sep 9, 2026, 3:30pm -
  • How My Alaska Airlines Upgrade to Rome Cleared Just 60 Minutes Before Departure
    One of the knocks against airline elite status today is that upgrades seem harder than ever to get. Premium cabins go out full, airlines sell more upgrades than ever, and even top-tier elites often find themselves staring at the waitlist instead of c…
    - 31 days ago Sep 7, 2026, 4:51pm -
  • Save 10% on Viator Tours & Activities with Exclusive Promo Code
    When planning a trip, most travelers focus on flights, hotels, and transportation. But once you arrive, what are you actually going to do when you get there? Sit in a hotel room? Walk around aimlessly or go on vacation? That’s where Viator comes in…
    - 37 days ago Sep 1, 2026, 2:36pm -
  • The Flight Range Atlas: See Where Any Airliner Can Actually Fly
    Every time an airline takes delivery of a new long range jet, I catch myself asking the same question: where could they actually fly this thing? Route planners live in the world of aircraft range and great circle distance, but most of us only ever se…
    - 40 days ago Aug 30, 2026, 4:42am -

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Reddit r/churning

  • newNews and Updates Thread - October 08, 2026
    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 that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 17 hours ago Oct 8, 2026, 9:05am -
  • newData Points Weekly - Week of October 08, 2026
    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…
    - 17 hours ago Oct 8, 2026, 9:00am -
  • newQuestion Thread - October 08, 2026
    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 the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 17 hours ago Oct 8, 2026, 9:00am -
  • Update on the CC Finder/Live Flowchart
    Just wanted to give an update on my credit card finder and live flowchart site: I’ve been working through feedback I’ve gotten on improvements to make to the site; the largest is the ability to save your card history as a local file you can then…
    - 1 day ago Oct 7, 2026, 6:12pm -
  • News and Updates Thread - October 07, 2026
    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 that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - October 07, 2026
    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 the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 9:00am -
  • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of October 07, 2026
    Welcome to the 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 vo…
    - 2 days ago Oct 7, 2026, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - October 06, 2026
    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 that link doesn’t work for you for some reason, the question t…
    - 3 days ago Oct 6, 2026, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - October 06, 2026
    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 the wiki before posting. * Please use the search eng…
    - 3 days ago Oct 6, 2026, 9:01am -
  • Bank Bonus Weekly Thread - Week of October 06, 2026
    This is the Weekly Bank Account Bonus Thread. Use it for anything related to bank accounts and bonuses, such as: * Churning mechanisms (DD, etc) * Data points (did bank X bonus arrive) * Other bank account discussions/questions Before asking a questi…
    - 3 days ago Oct 6, 2026, 9:00am -

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