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The points and miles landscape is shifting, and several major credit cards are undergoing significant changes—some positive, some more limiting. Whether you’re just getting into this hobby or you’ve been maximizing your rewards for years, staying informed helps you adjust your strategy and continue traveling for much less. Here’s a breakdown of the most important […]

July 31, 2025

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Big news in the points world: Citi has officially launched its brand-new Strata Elite℠ Card, marking its return to the premium credit card space. But even bigger? Citi has permanently added American Airlines AAdvantage® back as a 1:1 transfer partner—and that opens up a whole new world of award travel options. Even better, Citi has […]

July 29, 2025

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Big news in the points world today! Citi has officially launched its new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card, signaling a bold re-entry into the premium travel credit card space. But even more exciting? Citi has permanently reinstated American Airlines AAdvantage as a transfer partner. This is a huge deal—Citi is now the only credit card issuer […]

July 27, 2025

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Delta SkyMiles are known for high prices and unpredictable award charts. The good news? You don’t have to use SkyMiles to fly Delta. Thanks to airline partnerships, you can book Delta-operated flights using either Virgin Atlantic Flying Club or Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) miles—often for far fewer points. In this post, I’ll show you exactly […]

July 13, 2025

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One of my favorite parts of this hobby? Helping my family travel like they deserve—without paying full price. My sister and her husband recently took a long weekend to Philadelphia, and thanks to smart points strategies, they paid just $22 total for flights and hotel. Here’s how they booked it—and what made it one of […]

July 8, 2025

Book award flights with points and positioning using FlightConnections and PointsYeah

If you’ve ever looked up a flight using your credit card points and thought, “That’s way too many points,” you’re not alone. The trick? Transfer partners. When you earn flexible points from programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards®, American Express® Membership Rewards, Capital One Miles, or Citi ThankYou® Points, you can move those points to over […]

July 2, 2025

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An offer being reworked and a brand new credit card from our favorite bank! Chase relaunched The New Chase Sapphire Reserve® Credit Card and introduced The New Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM. The launch was pre-announced last week, but it’s officially live today. While the new cards come with a higher annual fee, they’ve added a ton of new […]

June 24, 2025

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Starting February 1, 2026, Capital One Venture X cardholders will experience significant changes to their lounge access benefits. These updates may impact the overall value proposition of the card, especially for travelers who frequently utilize lounge amenities. Key Changes Effective February 1, 2026 1. Introduction of Annual Lounge Access Fee 2. Guest Access Fees 3. […]

June 6, 2025

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The summer travel season is in full swing, and June brings several excellent opportunities to get more value from your points. Whether you’re planning a European getaway, a luxury beach resort stay, or a long-haul business class flight, this month’s transfer bonuses can significantly stretch your rewards. Below is a breakdown of the most valuable […]

June 6, 2025

Southwest companion pass

If you want to unlock incredible travel savings for nearly two full years, this guide will walk you through the process of earning and maximizing the Southwest Companion Pass, including the newest changes coming in 2025 and 2026. Why Fly Southwest? Before diving into the Companion Pass, here are some standout perks of flying Southwest […]

June 6, 2025