Using your miles to book airline tickets seems like a straightforward process. You earn miles and then redeem miles, a process points and miles people call “earn and burn.” Hopefully,…
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Costly Mistake! I Forgot Frequent Flyer Programs Still Charge Cancellation Fees
by joehegby joehegWhen planning an international trip, it can be difficult to find flights to book using airline points, especially when traveling to a popular destination during peak season. Flights tend to…
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Amazon Experimenting With Removing Gift Cards From Stores
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFor some people, buying a gift card is the perfect present. They’re available at many retail stores, and if you need some quickly, and don’t have the time or inclination…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating Las Vegas Casinos Without Status
by joehegby joehegOne of the highest value propositions in the points universe is the Las Vegas status merry-go-round. In short, it’s a way to leverage status in a single program and use…
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Hilton Honors has recently introduced a promotion allowing members to earn bonus points. For a limited time, individuals can accumulate Hilton Honors points by reserving a “premium cabin” seat when…
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What Does The Cosmopolitan’s Identity Program Merging with MGM Rewards Mean for Visitors?
by joehegby joehegIn September 2021, the operating rights for The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas were sold to MGM. While a casino hotel property on the Las Vegas Strip changing hands isn’t…
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How to Cancel an AA Award Flight & Ensure Getting Your Miles Back
by joehegby joehegOne advantage of booking a flight with points instead of paying for it is that award bookings often have more favorable cancellation policies. While you might get a flight credit…
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When searching for an airline award flight, it’s a good idea to explore various loyalty programs to find the most efficient way to use your points. Each program has its…
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Expiring Choice Privileges Points? Here’s An Easy Way To Keep Your Account Active
by joehegby joehegWhile many hotel loyalty programs extended the expiration policies for reward points several times during the pandemic, those times are over. Most hotel programs have reinstated their requirements of having…
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Delta SkyMiles & Starbucks Changes Are Live: Bonus Miles For Early Adopters
by joehegby joehegThe changes to the Delta Air Lines and Starbucks partnership took effect as of June 12, 2024. You no longer earn Delta SkyMiles with each Starbucks purchase. Instead, you’ll earn…