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Air France-KLM Flying Blue has released its latest promotional awards for May 2026, which now also include the Extra Exclusive destinations. These awards are valid for travel through Octiober 31, 2026, and must be booked by the end of this month. The maximum discount is […]

I think its fantastic when airlines have goals, and want to invest in their passenger experience. However, I cant help but think that theres a fine line between committing to improving, and being delusional.

Here's why The Points Guy suggests avoiding basic economy fares as they spread to business class, too.

Over the last decade, I have redeemed more Avianca LifeMiles than any other individual airline currency. LifeMiles has long had some excellent sweet spots that have, in my opinion, made it worth putting up with some of the program’s quirks shortcomings. Unfortunately, as pointed out by Thrifty Traveler a few days ago, Avianca LifeMiles has […] The post Avianca sucks some of the life out of LifeMil

Bilt is the platform known for providing rewards for housing payments. Earlier this year we saw massive changes at Bilt, including an overhaul of the credit card portfolio, plus new ways that housing rewards are offered.

Chase Ultimate Rewards has launched conversion bonus offers with Air France-KLM and Marriott. Chase UR to Flying Blue conversions are bonused by 20% until May 27, and to Bonvoy by 65% until May 15 and by 55% until June 30, 2026. You can access Chase […]

Atmos Rewards (previously Alaska Mileage Plan) is the combined loyalty program for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines. The old Mileage Plan was long considered one of the best loyalty programs, and Alaska miles were coveted worldwide in the points-and-miles world. When Alaska announced that it was going to unveil a new, combined program with Hawaiian Airlines, […] The post What are Alaska / Hawaiian Atm

Frontier regularly offers different versions of its GoWild! all-you-can-fly pass. Folks who buy one can take as many Frontier flights as they want during the pass’s duration, including to international destinations like Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America. Now, Frontier is selling a special “Summer” GoWild! pass that’s good for ~6 months (Now – September […] The post Frontier offering Summe

Disney and cruise lovers rejoice: You can now earn and redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points on Disney Cruise Line sailings. JetBlue Travel confirmed to Upgraded Points in a meeting today, April 30, that it has quietly welcomed Disney Cruises into its...

Many of the major hotel chains offer best rate guarantees or price matching programs to customers. Here’s how they work and why you should know about them.