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Upgrading your next American Airlines flight got significantly more rewarding. Starting today, August 14, all paid upgrades on American Airlines will be eligible to earn AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points. Here’s an inside look at how these earnings will be…

Wizz Air announced an All You Can Fly package for €499 ($550). The Budapest-based budget airline launched this subscription service to cater to frequent travelers who want to take advantage of the appeal of unlimited flights. However, in true budget…

If you weren’t aware, there’s still 1 country with its borders closed from the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that’s set to change, as North Korea will finally reopen to tourists in December. After some trial runs with business travel and a…

Qatar Airways Privilege Club offers distance-based award pricing, similar to Avios partners like British Airways, Iberia, and Aer Lingus. It implies that shorter flights are cheaper, while longer flights are more expensive. The pricing for award flights with Alaska and…

Prepare for a significantly enhanced flying experience when traveling to and from Portland. The new main terminal at Portland International Airport (PDX) officially opened on August 14, 2024, following a significant investment of $2.15 billion. Alaska Airlines, the leading carrier…

There’s a new Centurion Lounge coming to town … well, to Salt Lake City. American Express has chosen Utah’s capital as the next location for its exclusive lounge, and it’s slated to open its doors in 2025. “We’re thrilled to…

Spirit Airlines is undergoing a massive shakeup. The ultra-low-cost airline is completely changing its business model, introducing new fare options, boarding processes, and more. And those changes are now live. There’s a lot to cover, so let’s get straight to…

Check your emails and IHG accounts, because you might have an offer to boost your recent earnings by up to 6x. This could be a good way to buy IHG points with a discount. But is it worth it? Let’s…

The decision to keep or cancel a credit card is one that many of us in the points and miles hobby are quite familiar with. While I have some cards that have a secure spot in my wallet, others go…

The first Capital One Lounge opened at DFW Airport in 2021. Since then, Capital One has opened 2 more lounges, one in Denver International Airport (DEN) and another in Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), plus more on the way. These…

Booking a vacation home just got more rewarding with Capital One. Today, the issuer has vastly improved the Capital One Travel portal by adding vacation rentals to its platform. Eligible Capital One cardholders can earn 5x miles on these bookings…

The Swiss leisure airline Edelweiss will add a new U.S. city to its route map next summer with a new flight to Seattle (SEA). Let’s take a look at the news. New Edelweiss Flights to Seattle Starting in June 2025…

Avianca LifeMiles has unfortunately devalued its award program. Not all flights were affected, to be clear. However, on routes where prices went up, some awards now cost 50% more. Here’s a look at what’s changed — and what hasn’t. Avianca…

When you hear “biggest welcome offer ever on this card,” it should grab your attention. And that is now the case with the Capital One Spark Cash Plus Card*. Capital One just launched the largest cash bonus in this card’s…

We learned earlier this summer that Virgin Red signed a partnership with Synchrony and Mastercard to confirm the launch of the new Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard^® — just for U.S.-based travelers. “Our new credit card with Synchrony and Mastercard will…

Breeze Airways, the ultra-low-cost airline, is all-in on the state of Connecticut, as it plans to add service from Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) to 11 cities on the East Coast and South. There’s a lot to go over, so…

Qatar Airways loves to stand out from the crowd — especially when it comes to business class. The Doha-based airline has announced that from Thursday, August 15, it will become the only airline to serve caviar in business class when…

Avelo Airlines is adding more flights to its home base of New Haven (HVN) this winter. Starting in November, Connecticut’s airline will add a nonstop service to New Orleans (MSY) and more weekly frequencies to Puerto Rico. “Avelo is proud…

Delta has now provided a timeline for its plan to provide internet connectivity for passengers on “most” transatlantic flights by the end of summer. Initially, the airline planned for the entire fleet to have Wi-Fi by the end of this…

Adele has long been one of my favorite artists — I’ve listened to her music probably every day since blasting her first album 19 on repeat since my uni days. Seeing her live was on my bucket list, and I…

If you aren’t familiar with Amex Offers, you should get to know them. These targeted offers can provide bonus points or cash back on your upcoming purchases. Right now, there’s an offer for $150 cash-back on purchases with French Bee,…