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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…
    - 87 days ago 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…
    - 25 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…
    - 25 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 -

Frequent Flyer Bonuses

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

  • 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…
    - 37 days ago 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…
    - 52 days ago 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…
    - 81 days ago 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…
    - 85 days ago 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…
    - 93 days ago 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…
    - 94 days ago 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 -
  • The 8 Best Airbnb Experiences in Tokyo
    Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night bars, quirky subcultures, and neighborhoods that feel like completely different worlds. (I know because…
    - Dec 22, 2025, 1:14pm -

frequentflyer bonuses

PointsCentric

PaddleYourOwnKanoo

Doctor of Credit

Hustler Money Blog

  • HSBC Premier Checking Bonus: Up to $5,000 Offer
    Here you’ll find the latest HSBC premier checking offers and promotions – you can earn up to a $5,000 cash bonus after meeting qualifying activity! With the HSBC Premier checking account, get international services and benefits tailored for globa…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 5:20pm -
  • Ink Business Preferred Credit Card 100,000 Bonus Points
    The Ink Business Preferred Credit Card is offering 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months after account opening. If traveling isn’t what you are looking for you can definitely redeem your bonus points for ot…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 5:07pm -
  • Chase First BankingSM – A Debit Card For Teens & Kids With Digital Tools
    Chase First Banking was designed as an account for kids to help them learn the value of money. There are  many of the features in top children’s banking products, along with a few management options for  parents. Keep reading for everything you n…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 4:38pm -
  • Cash App Card Review: Secure Way for Teens to Manage Money
    The Cash App Card offers the most flexible way to pay over time with no hidden fees or impact to your credit score – you’ll also unlock instant discounts, exclusive offers, and more! Give teens the money app they actually want – Cash App is a s…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 4:29pm -
  • Air France KLM World Elite Mastercard 70,000 Bonus Miles + 100 XP
    For a credit card that rewards you for all purchases, definitely consider signing up for the Bank of America Air France KLM World Elite Mastercard, it offer several perks that you will surely love! This card offers a limited time sign up bonus of 70,…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 4:21pm -
  • Live Oak Bank Personal Savings Review: 3.80% APY (Nationwide)
    Find the latest Live Oak Bank Personal Savings offers and promotions here. Update 7/24/26: You can currently earn a competitive rate on your funds. Continue reading below to learn everything you need to know about Live Oak Bank High Yield Savings acc…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 4:10pm -
  • Bank of America® Business Advantage Banking Cash Bonus Offer
    When you open a new Business Advantage Relationship Banking or Business Advantage Fundamentals™ Banking account and complete the eligible requirements, you’ll have the opportunity to earn a $400 or $750 cash bonus offer. See offer page for more d…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 3:56pm -
  • Rakuten Promotions: $50 Sign-Up Bonus & Referrals
    Tired of not being able to find your favorite items on sale at other sites? Well look no further because here is your one stop shop for Rakuten coupons, promo codes, and promotions.  Using Rakuten is simple because all you need is an account to get…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 3:30pm -
  • Western Alliance Bank CD Rates: 3.85% APY 3-Month, 4.05% APY 6, 12-Month Terms (Nationwide)
    Find the latest Western Alliance Bank CD Rates, Offers, and Promotions here. You can now earn some of the best CD Rates. Best CD Rates: 3.85%% APY 3-Month CD ($1 min, No max), 4.05% APY 6-Month CD ($1 min, No max),  4.05% APY 12-Month CD ($1 min,…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 2:51pm -
  • Wells Fargo $325 Checking Bonus (Nationwide) – Ends 10/13/26
    You can earn a $325 checking bonus when you open a new Wells Fargo Everyday Checking account and meeting the requirements. Wells Fargo is offering a $325 bonus when you open a new Everyday Checking account and complete the following requirements: Ope…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 2:27pm -

Travel Codex

  • Project Expedition Cruise Excursion Guarantee: $10,000 Protection!
    One of the biggest fears cruise passengers have isn’t rough seas, canceled ports, or even flight delays. It’s watching their ship sail away without them. Leaving them behind and struggling to figure out how to catch the ship in the next port or c…
    - 1 day ago Jul 24, 2026, 7:09pm -
  • Mitsui Ocean Cruises A Japanese Foodie Paradise
    When a cruise line launches, most travelers focus on the ship, suites, or itinerary. But after sailing with Mitsui Ocean Cruises on the new MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, I think the real story is the food. The luxury cruise market is crowded with lines boasting…
    - 3 days ago Jul 22, 2026, 4:04pm -
  • Swingers Your Newest Destinations for Swingers & Families!
    Nobody goes to Las Vegas thinking, You know what this trip needs? More family activities. And yet, here we are with Las Vegas’ newest family attraction. Swingers Las Vegas. After spending an afternoon at Swingers Las Vegas inside Mandalay Bay, you…
    - 3 days ago Jul 22, 2026, 2:00pm -
  • Lufthansa’s New Business Class Catering Is a Meaningful Upgrade: My Munich to Seattle Experience
    For years, Lufthansa’s business class hard product and soft product have rarely been mentioned in the same sentence as industry-leading. While the German flag carrier has long delivered a consistent and reliable premium cabin experience, the airlin…
    - 4 days ago Jul 21, 2026, 1:30pm -
  • The Fall Fare Thaw Is Coming, Book Accordingly
    Airlines pulled millions of seats to survive the fuel spike. Those seats return this fall while demand plateaus, and fares should bend. When to strike.Read the rest of this article at The Fall Fare Thaw Is Coming, Book Accordingly.
    - 10 days ago Jul 15, 2026, 8:39pm -
  • $50 Off Viator Bookings Through July 31
    One of the easiest ways to improve a trip isn’t upgrading the hotel or flying business class. It’s getting travelers out of the tourist bubble and into experiences you’ll remember long after getting home. That’s where Viator has carved out a…
    - 10 days ago Jul 15, 2026, 3:17pm -
  • Oceania Allura Review: Is This The Sweet Spot in Affordable Luxury Cruising?
    The luxury cruise market has become increasingly crowded. Every line seems to promise gourmet dining, immersive entertainment, and personalized service. Everyone claims luxury except maybe Carnival  (the fun ship?). Yet after spending 12 days on Oce…
    - 15 days ago Jul 10, 2026, 4:15pm -
  • Europe Delays ETIAS Again. Visa Fees Delayed
    If it feels like you’ve been hearing about Europe’s new ETIAS travel authorization system forever, you’re not imagining things. The European Union is reportedly preparing yet another delay, pushing the launch of ETIAS and visa fee/tax into 2027…
    - 17 days ago Jul 8, 2026, 5:13pm -
  • Review: Asiana Airlines A380 Business Class, Seoul to Los Angeles
    To cap off our trip to India and Korea, I decided to give my son a legitimate avgeek experience. At the time, Asiana operated the A380 on the Seoul to Los Angeles route. And so I took advantage of the chance to let my son experience the upper deck of…
    - 22 days ago Jul 3, 2026, 11:00am -
  • Atlas Ocean Voyages Sale: Luxury Antarctica from $7,999 or Europe From $1,799!
    Atlas Ocean Voyages is back with another aggressive promotion, this time offering savings of up to 60% on a variety of 2026 and 2027 cruises. The sale spans the Mediterranean, Arctic, Northern Europe, and Antarctica, with fares starting as low as $1,…
    - 24 days ago Jul 1, 2026, 1:05pm -

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  • News and Updates Thread - July 24, 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…
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  • Question Thread - July 24, 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 Jul 24, 2026, 9:01am -
  • Frustration Friday Weekly Thread - Week of July 24, 2026
    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! submi…
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  • News and Updates Thread - July 23, 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 Jul 23, 2026, 9:05am -
  • Data Points Weekly - Week of July 23, 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…
    - 3 days ago Jul 23, 2026, 9:00am -
  • Question Thread - July 23, 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 Jul 23, 2026, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - July 22, 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…
    - 4 days ago Jul 22, 2026, 9:05am -
  • Question Thread - July 22, 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…
    - 4 days ago Jul 22, 2026, 9:00am -
  • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of July 22, 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…
    - 4 days ago Jul 22, 2026, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - July 21, 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…
    - 5 days ago Jul 21, 2026, 9:05am -

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  • 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today
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  • Don’t Leave Home Without These 15 International Travel Must-Haves
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  • U.S., Canada, Australia and U.K. Issue Travel Warnings Amid Middle East Tensions
    If you have international travel planned, especially if your itinerary includes the Middle East or connects through major hubs in the region, it’s worth paying close attention to the latest...The post U.S., Canada, Australia and U.K. Issue Travel…
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  • Severe Weather Returns to the Northeast: Here’s Which Airlines Are Waiving Change Fees
    Just days after severe thunderstorms caused widespread delays and cancellations, another round of strong storms is expected to impact one of the busiest air travel corridors in North America. Airlines...The post Severe Weather Returns to the Northea…
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  • My Must-Have Travel Tech: The Gadgets I Never Leave Home Without
    For me, packing has become a lot simpler over the years, not because I bring less but because I’ve figured out which travel gadgets genuinely deserve a permanent spot in...The post My Must-Have Travel Tech: The Gadgets I Never Leave Home Without a…
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  • What’s Inside My Carry-On Bag? The Essential Items I Never Travel Without
    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 What’s Inside My Carry-On Bag? The Essential Items I Never T…
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  • Don’t Fall for This New Phone Theft Scam Targeting Tourists
    My friend, Paul Gauger, who is a perpetual world traveler, recently posted on Facebook about how his phone was stolen. It’s such a valuable travel lesson that I’m grateful he...The post Don’t Fall for This New Phone Theft Scam Targeting Touris…
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  • What to Do During Weather Delays and Flight Cancellations
    Flight delays and worse, cancellations, can really throw a wrench into your travel plans. Here are my go-to tips, websites and apps to help you deal with weather delays and...The post What to Do During Weather Delays and Flight Cancellations appeare…
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  • Two Ways to Remove Beach Tar From Your Feet
    I’m not sure if this is just a Southern California problem or not but oftentimes, when we go to the beach, we find patches of tar in the sand that...The post Two Ways to Remove Beach Tar From Your Feet appeared first on Johnny Jet.
    - 7 days ago Jul 18, 2026, 10:48pm -
  • How I Protect My Family From Wildfire Smoke and Other Harmful Pollutants
    Greetings from Toronto, where I’m visiting my in-laws. Unfortunately, the air quality here has been poor because of wildfire smoke drifting in from hundreds of miles away. It’s a reminder...The post How I Protect My Family From Wildfire Smoke an…
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