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  • newHilton adds points redemptions to app checkout
    Hilton has added an app option for elite Honors members to use points against eligible hotel charges at digital checkout. It is live at 150 U.S. hotels, with wider availability planned by early 2027. Hilton has not disclosed the value per point.
    - 1 hour ago Oct 21, 2026, 9:53pm -
  • newEL AL sets timetable for passenger-service changes
    EL AL says fleetwide passenger-service changes will start appearing in November 2026, including revised bedding, dining, amenity kits and entertainment. The airline also plans complimentary Starlink internet on equipped aircraft beginning in 2027, al…
    - 2 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 8:58pm -
  • newDirect Discover card offer now reaches $200
    Discover’s direct offer now pays $200 after $500 in purchases within three months, replacing the longtime $100-after-first-purchase bonus. Cashback earned during the first 12 months remains doubled, including rotating-category rewards. For applican…
    - 4 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 6:49pm -
  • newPerth hotel pairs heritage architecture with expansive rooms
    Como The Treasury has transformed former government buildings in Perth into a luxury hotel with spa facilities, contemporary Australian art and guest rooms. Dining is a major part of the experience, with rooftop Wildflower emphasizing native Australi…
    - 5 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 6:30pm -
  • newAtmos cards offer bonuses up to 100,000 points
    Three cobranded cards for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are advertising welcome offers of 70,000 to 100,000 points, paired with companion fares or an award. Personal-card bonuses require $3,000, $5,000 or $6,000 in spending within 90 days, de…
    - 6 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 5:45pm -
  • newBritish Airways adds four Avios-only summer flights
    British Airways will launch four Avios-only services from Heathrow to Palma and Heraklion for August 2027 on 22 October 2026. Each route has one outbound and one return service. Members can book any cabin, but existing reward-seat availability limits…
    - 6 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 5:01pm -
  • newUnited Explorer offers can reach 90,000 miles
    Two alternative United Explorer Card offers reach 90,000 MileagePlus miles, above the public 80,000-mile offer. One appears to some members after login; another is available in flight and requires a flight attendant’s code for its full bonus. Both…
    - 7 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 4:14pm -
  • newHilton enables points payments through app checkout
    Hilton Honors launched app-based points payments for eligible hotel charges at digital checkout. It starts at 150 U.S. properties, rising to 800 by year-end and more than 6,000 in 2027. Only Silver-tier and higher members qualify, and Hilton has not…
    - 7 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 3:55pm -
  • newWorld of Hyatt cuts points purchase price through December
    World of Hyatt has launched a 20% discount on point purchases, setting the price at 2.08 cents per point through Dec. 21. Online purchases must total at least 3,000 points in one transaction. The promotion temporarily raises the annual purchase ceili…
    - 8 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 3:45pm -
  • newCapital One business card offer reaches 300,000 miles
    Capital One is offering up to 300,000 bonus miles and a $1,000 travel credit to new Venture X Business cardholders for a limited time. Hilton has added an option to use points for room charges. A reader booked Morocco flights for five with 238,000 po…
    - 8 hours ago Oct 21, 2026, 3:42pm -

One Mile at a Time

The Frequent Miler

The Flight Deal

The Free-quent Flyer

  • 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

  • The Points Hobby Guide: How to Earn Points and Redeem Them for Flights and Hotel Stays
    Points and miles can turn everyday spending into flights, hotel stays and other travel rewards.The post The Points Hobby Guide: How to Earn Points and Redeem Them for Flights and Hotel Stays appeared first on MileValue.
    - 5 days ago Oct 16, 2026, 2:00pm -
  • 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…
    - 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…
    - 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 -

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

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

    - 85 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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PointsCentric

PaddleYourOwnKanoo

Doctor of Credit

Hustler Money Blog

  • Huntington Bank Promotions for October 2026: $400, $1,000 Checking Bonuses – Ends 2/11/27
    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 10/20/26: The $400 and…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 5:24pm -
  • Upgrade Premier Savings $200 Bonus + 3.30% APY
    Earn up to a $200 bonus when you open a new Upgrade Premier Savings account account and complete qualifying activities. Get a bonus up to $200 with qualifying deposits. Earn an exceptional 3.30% APY on balances of $1,000 or more. To earn the bonus,…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 5:19pm -
  • Chase Freedom Flex Credit Card $250 Bonus + Up to 5% Cash Back – No Annual Fee
    The Chase Freedom FlexSM Credit Card is a no annual fee card, lets new card members earn $250 cash back after you spend $500 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Chase Freedom FlexSM Credit Card Update 10/20/26: You can curren…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 5:11pm -
  • LendingClub High Yield Savings Review: 3.00% Up to 4.20% APY (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, LendingClub High Yield Savings is offering a staggering 3.00% APY Rate on your entire balance. Continue reading below to learn everything you need to know about LendingClub. Update 10/20/26: The standard rate has decreased to 3.…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 5:03pm -
  • Robinhood Cash Sweep Review: 3.60% APY (Nationwide)
    For those with a Robinhood Gold account holders, you can now earn 3.60% APY in Robinhood Cash Sweep account. Update 10/20/26: The rate has increased to 3.60% APY. About Robinhood Cash Sweep Robinhood Gold program works much like other cash sweep acco…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:58pm -
  • FNBO Direct Online Savings Review: 3.00% APY (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, FNBO Direct is offering a rate of 3.00% APY when you open a Direct Online Savings Account. To earn this rate, all you need is a $1 opening deposit and you will be able to get started. Update 10/20/26: The rate has decreased…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:54pm -
  • BMO Online Savings Review: 3.00% APY (Nationwide)
    If you are looking for a new bank, check out BMO! You can utilize their digital and mobile banking tools to manage your money and reach your financial goals. Available nationwide, BMO Online Savings is offering a generous 3.00% APY Rate on your fund…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:48pm -
  • Betterment Cash Reserve Review: 3.50% APY (Up to 4.25%) (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, Betterment Cash Reserve is offering 3.50% APY (up to 4.25% with 0.75% boost) when you open a Savings account. Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about Betterment Cash Reserve! Update 10/20/26: You can current…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:42pm -
  • Ally Bank Online Savings Review: $100 Bonus + 3.10% APY (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, Ally Bank Online Savings is offering a $100 bonus + 3.10% APY Rate. Continue reading below to learn everything you need to know about Ally Bank. Update 10/20/26: The rate has decreased to 3.10% APY. There is currently a $100 bon…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:36pm -
  • CFBank Money Market Review: 3.75% APY (Nationwide)
    Available online nationwide, CFBank is offering a rate of 3.75% APY when you open a Money Market account.  Update 10/20/26: The rate has increased to 3.75% APY. About CFBank Money Market Headquartered in Worthington, CFBank is the 19th largest bank…
    - 1 day ago Oct 20, 2026, 4:30pm -

Travel Codex

  • Singapore Airlines Is Upgrading Amenities in Every Cabin
    Singapore Airlines is preparing to roll out an entirely new collection of onboard amenities across First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy starting in November 2026. And while there are plenty of new lotions, fragrances, pouches and…
    - 6 days ago Oct 15, 2026, 2:26pm -
  • First Tanzania, Now Kenya: Another $44 Mandatory Travel Insurance
    Kenya seems to be following Tanzania lead with mandatory travel insurance requirements. Just days after Tanzania implemented its new mandatory $44 inbound travel insurance requirement, neighboring Kenya has rolled out a remarkably similar requirement…
    - 12 days ago Oct 9, 2026, 4:50pm -
  • Explora 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…
    - 13 days 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…
    - 19 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…
    - 22 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…
    - 28 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…
    - 31 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…
    - 40 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…
    - 42 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…
    - 44 days ago Sep 7, 2026, 4:51pm -

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  • newNews and Updates Thread - October 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…
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  • newQuestion Thread - October 21, 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…
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  • newWhat Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of October 21, 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…
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  • News and Updates Thread - October 20, 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 - October 20, 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…
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  • Bank Bonus Weekly Thread - Week of October 20, 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…
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  • News and Updates Thread - October 19, 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 - October 19, 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…
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  • Weekly Off Topic Thread - Week of October 19, 2026
    This is the Weekly Off-Topic thread There's more to this hobby than just credit cards - it spreads out into travel aspirations, what luggage or wallet you're using, or what flavor kombucha your local WeWork is serving. Please use this thread to talk…
    - 3 days ago Oct 19, 2026, 9:00am -
  • News and Updates Thread - October 18, 2026
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