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  • newCurrent Amex Offers
    This post is designed to show current Amex Offers. If you have any Amex cards, even authorized user cards, then you’re eligible to sign up for offers when you log into your Amex account. If you’re planning to shop or book travel, check this page…
    - 2 hours ago Jun 5, 2026, 3:45pm -
  • newVirgin Atlantic Amex Offer: Spend $2,000 & get $250 back
    There’s a new targeted Amex Offer for Virgin Atlantic that gives $250 back when you spend $2,000 or more on flights departing the US. While that only represents a maximum of 12.5% back, it’s still a useful rebate and, hopefully, it works when pay…
    - 18 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 11:45pm -
  • newDelta Amex Cards: New offers of up to 125K SkyMiles + 2nd free checked bag on domestic flights
    Today, Amex announced new, limited-time welcome offers that let you earn between 90,000 and 125,000 SkyMiles after approval and meeting the spending requirements of a new Delta SkyMiles credit card. Unusually, the consumer cards each offer the same p…
    - 20 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 9:45pm -
  • newTargeted IHG promo: Earn double elite night credits
    IHG One Rewards is targeting some members with a promotion giving double elite night credits through the end of July, with a limit of 5 bonus elite nights on offer. The Deal Earn double elite night credits with IHG One Rewards. Valid on stays complet…
    - 22 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 7:45pm -
  • new15x at lululemon today via Capital One Shopping and Capital One Offers
    Today, Capital One Shopping and Capital One Offers are featuring 15%/15x miles back for lululemon purchases, making it a great day to use up those quarterly credits from the American Express Platinum Card®. This is Capital One Shopping’s “Offer…
    - 23 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 6:45pm -
  • newHow to use Hyatt free night certificates on a multi-night stay
    There are many ways to get Hyatt free night certificates. The World of Hyatt card offers a category 1-4 cert each year upon renewal and again when you spend $15K within a calendar year. Additionally, Hyatt offers free night certs as Brand Explorer re…
    - 24 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 5:46pm -
  • Atmos Rewards Global Getaways: International awards starting at 7.5K points one-way
    The latest set of Atmos Rewards Global Getaways is out, and it’s a good one, including Europe starting at 15K one-way; Mexico City for 7,500; and Tahiti starting at 20K. The Deal Save on award bookings made using Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards point…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 3:45pm -
  • Book Virgin all-inclusive safari camp for 100k points per night
    Virgin Red is again offering a discount on redemptions for Finch Hattons, an all-inclusive safari camp in Kenya. Redemptions cost 100,000 Virgin Red points for two people per night, with a two-night minimum. That price includes two game drives per da…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 1:45pm -
  • The day Citi cancelled me
    On Wednesday, April 22, I popped into a local grocery store to pick up a few items. As usual, I attempted to pay with a Citi Custom Cash card to earn 5X on grocery purchases, up to $500 per billing cycle. DECLINED. I tried a second Custom Cash card.…
    - 2 days ago Jun 4, 2026, 1:45am -
  • Nick’s Guest Appearance on The BoldlyGo Podcast: Pulling Your Kids Out of School To Travel The World
    Did you know that Nick once pulled his kids out of school to travel the world? Today, Nick appeared on the BoldlyGo podcast to talk all about it with host DeAndre. You can watch the whole episode here, or click the timestamps below to navigate direct…
    - 2 days ago Jun 3, 2026, 10:45pm -

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…
    - 37 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…
    - 53 days ago 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…
    - 95 days ago 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

  • 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…
    - 86 days ago 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…
    - 86 days ago 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…
    - 86 days ago 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…
    - 86 days ago 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 -
  • Southwest Companion Pass Guide
    The Southwest Airlines Companion Pass has been one of the most valuable and easy-to-earn perks in the airline industry for years. This benefit, which can be earned either by flying a certain number of segments on Southwest Airlines or by accumulating…
    - Nov 5, 2025, 10:00am -
  • What You Need to Know About Chase Travel℠
    If you’ve opened the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card or the Chase Sapphire Reserve® to take advantage of a welcome bonus, you probably know that, in addition to a list of perks, you have access to Chase Travel℠, an online booking platform for Ch…
    - Oct 29, 2025, 3:22pm -

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

  • 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…
    - 2 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…
    - 30 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…
    - 35 days ago May 1, 2026, 3:30pm -
  • Outsite: 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…
    - 42 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…
    - 43 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…
    - 63 days ago 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 -
  • Why Your Airfare is So Expensive
    Flight prices are on the rise, affecting the travel plans of everyone who dreams of traveling the world. Wondering why they are on the rise and what you can do to avoid paying those exorbitant prices? I chat with airline reporter Scott Mayerowitz to…
    - Nov 15, 2025, 2:47pm -

frequentflyer bonuses

PointsCentric

PaddleYourOwnKanoo

Doctor of Credit

Hustler Money Blog

  • newTruist Bank $400 Checking Bonus – Ends 7/9/26
    You can earn a $400 bonus when you open a Truist One Checking account with Truist Bank. To qualify for the bonus: As a new personal checking customer, open a new Truist One Checking account online from 3/26/26 through 7/9/26 using promo code AFL400TR…
    - 24 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 5:29pm -
  • newE*TRADE Premium Savings Review: $250 Bonus + 4.00% APY (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, E*TRADE is offering a rate of 4.00% APY + $250 bonus when you open an Premium Savings Account. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about E*TRADE. Update 6/4/26: You can currently earn a $250 bonus valid through…
    - 24 hours ago Jun 4, 2026, 5:18pm -
  • Ink Business Premier Credit Card $1,000 Cash Back Bonus
    With the Ink Business Premier® Credit Card, you can earn a $1,000 bonus cash back after you spend $10,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Ink Business Premier® Credit Card Update 6/4/26: This card offers travel benefits w…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 4:34pm -
  • AdelFi Credit Union Promotions: $200 Checking & Savings Bonus (Nationwide)
    Find the most up-to-date AdelFi Credit Union promotions, bonuses, and offers here. Update 6/4/26: There’s now a $200 checking & savings bonus valid through 7/31/26. About AdelFi Credit Union Promotions AdelFi Credit Union $200 Checking & Savings Bo…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 3:44pm -
  • Always.Bank Savings Review: 4.00% APY (Nationwide)
    Available nationwide, the Always.Bank Savings Account is offering 4.00% APY on your funds. Always.Bank Savings Rate Learn More at Always.Bank Account Type: Savings Account Interest Rate: 4.00% APY Availability: Nationwide Minimum Balance: None Maxim…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 2:51pm -
  • Live Oak Bank Personal Savings Review: 3.80% APY (Nationwide)
    Find the latest Live Oak Bank Personal Savings offers and promotions here. Update 6/4/26: 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 acco…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 2:11pm -
  • 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 Jun 4, 2026, 1:59pm -
  • Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Credit Card $200 Bonus – No Annual Fee!
    Are you looking for a chance to earn rewards without the hassle of signing up for rotating categories? The Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Credit Card offers $200 Cash Back after spending $500 on purchases within 3 months from account opening. C…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 1:54pm -
  • Gainbridge FastBreak Annuity Review: Earn Up to 4.75% APY
    Break away from banks. Let your money grow with annuities built for the digital era – earn up to 4.75% APY on your money; a higher rate than most banks with Gainbridge FastBreak Annuity. Update 6/4/26: The rate has increased to 4.75% APY from 4.65…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 1:45pm -
  • U.S. Bank Smartly Checking Up to $450 Bonus – Ends 6/18/26
    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 June 18, 2026. Member FDIC. Update 6/3/26: There’s currently an up to $450 ch…
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  • Alaska Atmos Rewards Discount Award Tickets
    Alaska Airlines Atmost rewards discount destinations for award miles are here and they once again includes some fun global getaways. The only issue, once again these awards sales are only for economy class tickets. Yet if you’re looking for a deal,…
    - 1 day ago Jun 4, 2026, 3:47pm -
  • Review: Travel Club Lounge Chennai Terminal 2
    Prior to our flight to Hong Kong, we spent a bit of time at the Travel Club Lounge Chennai Terminal 2. This is a fair lounge overall; not crowded and certainly a step-up over what used to pass for a lounge.  IMPORTANT NOTE: the lounge actually consi…
    - 6 days ago May 30, 2026, 11:00am -
  • Explora Journeys Offers Year Round Cruises to Europe
    For decades the cruise industry has treated Europe like a seasonal fling. Everyone rushes in around April, clogs the Mediterranean through summer, then vanishes to the Caribbean the minute temperatures dip below 70 degrees. By November, many European…
    - 7 days ago May 29, 2026, 1:00pm -
  • Sri Lanka Drops Visa Fees for 40 Countries
    Sri Lanka is a wonderful place to visit with amazing beaches, food, and history.  Now, it’s even more attractive to visit as they are making it easier to visit for nationals of 40 countries. The Electronic travel authorization is here to stay, but…
    - 11 days ago May 25, 2026, 8:05pm -
  • LAX Oneworld Business Class Lounge Refresh
    Qantas has given its long-running Oneworld business class lounge at LAX a facelift after nearly 12 years in operation.  Overall it’s more of a refresh with new furniture and paint, not a reinvention. The lounge, located in the Tom Bradley Internat…
    - 15 days ago May 21, 2026, 3:31pm -
  • 100 Passengers Emerald Cruises’ Yacht-Style Sailings From $3K! Private Savings Up to 40% Off
    Emerald Cruises isn’t usually the first name that comes up when people think about luxury small-ship cruising. The Australian brand isn’t as well known by Americans, but really that should change. When people think of small cruise ships it’s mo…
    - 16 days ago May 20, 2026, 6:52pm -
  • British Airways Premium Economy Review
    British Airways premium economy was the last flight I flew over the Atlantic and one of the first times in recent history I’ve flown something other than business or First class. Being a daytime flight between London and Seattle, the price for Prem…
    - 17 days ago May 19, 2026, 2:15pm -
  • 15% off Virgin Voyages for Western USA Residents
    If you live in the Western United States and have been thinking of traveling with Virgin Voyages to Alaska, Mexico or even Europe you can now save up to 15% by living out west. Virgin Voyages is extending their reach to new clients and trying to attr…
    - 20 days ago May 16, 2026, 10:04pm -
  • United & JetBlue Reciprocal Loyalty Benefits
    United and JetBlue are expanding their Blue Sky agreement with more benefits for frequent flyers and elites across both airlines. First there was codeshares and the ability to earn miles on select flights of each airline. Next up, there was the abili…
    - 22 days ago May 14, 2026, 5:25pm -
  • Explora Journeys Cruises: Private Fares Up to 30% Off
    Explora Journeys was one of the most interesting new luxury cruise launches in recent year. Being born from MSC, but smaller ships with some of the most personal space per person in the industry. A luxury product reborn and reimagined and importantly…
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  • News and Updates Thread - June 04, 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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  • Data Points Weekly - Week of June 04, 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…
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  • Question Thread - June 04, 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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    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 - June 03, 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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  • What Card Should I Get? Weekly Thread - Week of June 03, 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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    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 - June 02, 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 June 02, 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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