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Bilt Rewards is one of the best flexible point currencies out there — and the program continues to wow us with its fee-free rent payments, travel partner lineup, and unprecedented transfer bonuses. Today, Bilt is adding the transfer partner we’ve…

We’re big fans of Disney at Upgraded Points, which is why we’re glad to see that Chase and Disney are out with new welcome offers on their co-branded credit cards. While these may not be as popular as some other…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Has Casablanca been on your mind? We hope so, because this incredible deal from Oneworld includes the ability to fly from the West Coast all the way to Morocco…

We love a good deal in the points and miles world, which is why we’ve harped so heavily on Wyndham’s partnership with vacation rental company Vacasa. Until now, home rentals have been bookable using just 15,000 points per bedroom, per…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. TAP Air Portugal has done us all a favor and dumped several dates of business class award seats on nonstop flights to Lisbon (LIS). We’re seeing as many as…

Hyatt has released its latest global promotion for the spring of 2024, this time offering 2 ways to accelerate your earnings in the World of Hyatt program. You’ll have the opportunity to earn bonus points on hotel stays across the…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Etihad Airways is a Middle Eastern airline based in Abu Dhabi that has become popular for its opulent first class product. While it’s regarded as a member of the…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Are you familiar with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club? If not, you should be because the airline has plenty of partners and excellent redemption opportunities. Now, Citi has launched a…

Everyone, weep. Then, grab a tissue and transfer your points over to Turkish Airlines ASAP because the airline is officially gutting its award chart. You have until February 15, 2024, to book at the existing rates, so if you have…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Check your emails: Chase has just extended a targeted offer to select Ink cardholders. If targeted, you could earn 10,000 Ultimate Rewards points by simply adding an employee card…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. It can be difficult to find reasonably-priced award flights to Oceania, especially if you want to fly outside the low season. Fortunately for those who are willing to fly…

JetBlue is a cost-conscious airline that has built its reputation by delivering top-level amenities for mid-level prices, but this strategy has posed serious challenges to its bottom line. The war between the legacy carriers and the increasingly minimalist low-cost airlines…

Chase’s Aeroplan^® Credit Card offers a variety of great perks, including the ability to redeem your Aeroplan points to Pay Yourself Back, a feature unique to specific Chase cards. Plus, this is your last chance to earn up to 100,000 points…

Update:Some offers mentioned below have expired and are no longer available. Chase first introduced its Pay Yourself Back option during the pandemic as a way for cardholders to redeem their points without traveling. It has still been wildly popular nearly…

We’re all about points and miles here at Upgraded Points, which is why you’ll see an absolute deluge of guides instructing you how to make the best redemptions, find the best hotels, and book the best flights. But points and…

Finding a way to use the semi-annual Dell credits offered by The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express can be difficult. After all, how many extra monitors do you need? Fortunately for you, we’re experts at sifting through sales (and…

Bilt has been busy since its launch in 2021, adding transfer partners, optimizing Point.me to work within its platform, and debuting Rent Day at the beginning of every month. Now, Bilt is back at it again with the news that…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express is easily one of the best rewards credit cards on the market thanks to its combination of rewards, perks, and credits. It’s no wonder why so many travelers are eager to add this card…

Alaska Airlines has been making big moves over the last few years as it adjusts how bonus miles are earned, loyalty is rewarded, and redemptions are made. In the same spirit, the airline announced today major changes in how people…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Finding good fares to Europe can be difficult, especially when you’re located on the West Coast. Happily for travelers, Spanish airline Level is offering excellently-priced routes from California to…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Do you have an Avianca LifeMiles account? How about a family member with one, or maybe a great friend? With this newest offer, LifeMiles will give you a 115%…