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![Flying Blue Miles Can Now Be Earned and Redeemed on EL AL — With Solid Business Class Awards](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/British-Airways-Boeing-777-300-Club-Suite-view-of-El-Al-Boeing-787-Dreamliner-.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Flying Blue Miles Can Now Be Earned and Redeemed on EL AL — With Solid Business Class Awards
EL AL, the flag carrier of Israel, has launched partnerships with several airlines over the past year. The latest partnership lets you redeem Flying Blue miles for flights on EL AL, and the rates are quite appealing. Even better, you…
![Aeromexico Launching Newark-Mexico City Flights This Fall](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Aeromexico-jet.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Aeromexico Launching Newark-Mexico City Flights This Fall
Aeromexico announced today that it would begin nonstop service between Mexico City (MEX) and Newark, starting in late October. Here’s what you need to know about this exciting new route. Aeromexico’s New East Coast Route The 1x daily route begins…
![Turkish Airlines Unveils New Business Class, Free Wi-Fi Plans](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Turkish-777-300ER-parked-at-gate-at-IST.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Turkish Airlines Unveils New Business Class, Free Wi-Fi Plans
Goodbye, 2-3-2 business class, as Turkish Airlines has announced its plans to modernize its business class —- based on valuable customer feedback, as reported by the airline. Next year, the airline plans to debut its “Crystal” business class suites with closing doors…
![Delta Struggles in Wake of Crowdstrike Outage. Here’s What the Airline Is Saying.](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Sleeping-at-airport.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Delta Struggles in Wake of Crowdstrike Outage. Here’s What the Airline Is Saying.
The Crowdstrike software update meltdown on Friday continues to have a stronghold on Delta Air Lines on Monday. The airline has been communicating with customers via its app and X account to give up-to-date information, but it hasn’t stopped travel…
![Norse Atlantic Offering Fares to Europe From $109 [Book by July 29]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/B787-9-OE-LNM-Landing.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Norse Atlantic Offering Fares to Europe From $109 [Book by July 29]
Norse Atlantic Airways is offering cheap (even cheaper than usual!) fares to Europe, starting at $109. Eligible travel dates run from September 2024 to March 2025. You’ll find deals in both economy and premium, and deals include both the East…
![New Amex Offer: Save $60 at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Wynn-Las-Vegas-lobby.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
New Amex Offer: Save $60 at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas
If you are heading to Las Vegas within the next few months, you could save $60 when you spend $300 or more at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas. This 5-star resort and casino on the Vegas Strip is known for…
![Get a 25% Bonus When You Transfer Citi Points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Air-France-Business-Class-Airbus-A350-seat-9C.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Get a 25% Bonus When You Transfer Citi Points to Air France-KLM Flying Blue
Utilizing transfer bonuses is a great way to extract even more value from your hard-earned points and miles. Right now, Citi ThankYou Rewards is offering an attractive 25% transfer bonus when transferring points to Flying Blue, the highly regarded frequent…
![Get a 20% Bonus When You Transfer Citi Points to Wyndham Rewards](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Wyndham-Alltra-Cancun.png?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Get a 20% Bonus When You Transfer Citi Points to Wyndham Rewards
The Citi ThankYou Rewards program is once again offering a transfer bonus to one of the issuer’s hotel transfer partners, Wyndham Rewards. Let’s take a look at the details of the promotion to see if it is worth taking advantage…
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The Best U.S. Cities for Time Travel [2024 Data Study]
Ever wish you could step into a time machine and explore the past or sneak a peek into the future? Well, pack your bags and set your flux capacitor because we’ve rounded up the best U.S. cities that offer a…
![[Expired] Today Only: Earn up to 5x Miles on iPhones, Plus 1,000 More Miles for Trade-Ins](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Different-Apple-products-on-a-grey-background.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
[Expired] Today Only: Earn up to 5x Miles on iPhones, Plus 1,000 More Miles for Trade-Ins
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Today only, you can get bonus airline miles when purchasing a new iPhone — or even trading in your old phone for a new iPhone. With these offers, you…
![Citi ThankYou Rewards Adds Virgin Red as Its Newest Transfer Partner](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Virgin-Voyages-Balcony.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Citi ThankYou Rewards Adds Virgin Red as Its Newest Transfer Partner
Citi ThankYou Rewards, 1 of the 5 major transferable-point programs, has added a new transfer partner. Starting today, Virgin Red will be joining Citi as the program’s 18th transfer partner. As a result, Citi ThankYou Points can now be transferred…
![[Expired] Score Hotel Rooms From $30 a Night in Brazil With an Offer From Accor and Ibis [Book by July 22]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Rio-de-Janeiro-elevated-view.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
[Expired] Score Hotel Rooms From $30 a Night in Brazil With an Offer From Accor and Ibis [Book by July 22]
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Sun, food, samba, people, and food — there are plenty of reasons to love Brazil. And if you’re looking for an inexpensive stay, a new promotion from Accor offers…
![[Expired] [Award Alert] Wide-Open Business Class Availability to Switzerland From 60K Points](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/SWISS-Air-First-Class-Lounge-Tarmac-view.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
[Expired] [Award Alert] Wide-Open Business Class Availability to Switzerland From 60K Points
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Cheese, chocolate, and beautiful scenery … what more could you want in a destination? How about arriving there in a lie-flat business class? Our team has found plenty of…
![Buy Avianca LifeMiles and Get up to a 160% Bonus [Targeted]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Avianca-A320-at-airport.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Buy Avianca LifeMiles and Get up to a 160% Bonus [Targeted]
Though many are unfamiliar with it, Avianca LifeMiles is a useful program to leverage when booking award tickets with Star Alliance carriers such as United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and more. And while you wouldn’t ordinarily want to purchase Avianca LifeMiles…
![Choice Privileges Selling Points With a 30% Discount [Targeted]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Ventus-At-Marina-El-Cid-Spa-Beach-Resort-pool-and-hotel.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Choice Privileges Selling Points With a 30% Discount [Targeted]
Looking to stay at a Choice hotel soon? Check your account to see if you are targeted for a 30% discount when you purchase points! Here’s a look at everything you should know. Buy Choice Points Details Choice Privileges frequently…
![Crowdstrike Outage Affecting Airlines and Airports Globally — What You Need To Know](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Blue-Screen-Death-Frustrated.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Crowdstrike Outage Affecting Airlines and Airports Globally — What You Need To Know
Airlines, banks, and hospitals, among other sectors, have been directly impacted by a gone-wrong software update from Crowdstrike. The managed security service provider has confirmed this is not a cyberattack or a hack of any kind, but this update gone…
![[Expired] [Award Alert] Wide-Open Business Class Availability to Poland From 70K Points](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LOT-Polish-787-Business-Class.png?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
[Expired] [Award Alert] Wide-Open Business Class Availability to Poland From 70K Points
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’re looking for a fantastic vacation in one of my favorite European countries, there’s wide-open business class award space to Warsaw from multiple cities. Whether you’re traveling from…
![How I Used Old Credit Cards and Boarding Passes To Make Artwork](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Travel-Journal-3.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
How I Used Old Credit Cards and Boarding Passes To Make Artwork
Credit cards aren’t just a financial instrument for me, they’ve become a passion. They’ve enabled me to navigate the world of personal finance by getting into the weeds from the start. I grew my credit score to over 800, earned…
![[Expired] LifeMiles Hotels Promotion Offers 2x Miles, up to 28k per Night [Book by July 21]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hotel-Kabuki-San-Francisco-guest-room-beds.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
[Expired] LifeMiles Hotels Promotion Offers 2x Miles, up to 28k per Night [Book by July 21]
Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you want to earn more Avianca LifeMiles, a new promotion from LifeMiles Hotels is providing double miles — up to 28,000 LifeMiles per night. This promotion applies to…
![Breeze Airways To Open Its 10th Base in Vero Beach, Florida](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Breeze-Airways-Check-in-Counter-LAX.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Breeze Airways To Open Its 10th Base in Vero Beach, Florida
Vero Beach, on Florida’s Atlantic coast, is getting a Breeze Airways base. That means planes parked overnight, hiring local staff, and an expansion of flight route offerings from the Vero Beach Regional Airport (VRB). This marks the 10th flight base…
![British Airways Avios Redemptions in Premium Cabins Get a New Fee](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/British-Airways-Boeing-777-200-Club-World-cabin-branding.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
British Airways Avios Redemptions in Premium Cabins Get a New Fee
If you’re looking to redeem your Avios for flights in premium economy or business class with British Airways, you’ll now pay slightly more, thanks to a new fee. In the grand scheme of things, the new fee isn’t much on…