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Delta announced its partnership with T-Mobile in 2023, offering free inflight Wi-Fi to travelers. And now, the airline is bringing back a popular promotion that rewards SkyMiles members who switch their cell phone plan over to T-Mobile. Here are the…

If you’re looking for a last-minute getaway, Marriott is running a sale on paid rates for travel between January 20 and February 9, 2025. As a Marriott Bonvoy member, you can save 20% on your booking at select properties in…

First class, and now free upgrades? What is happening at Frontier Airlines’ headquarters in Denver? At a time when legacy carriers continue to devalue their loyalty programs, this ultra-low-cost carrier is doing the opposite by offering free seat upgrades to…

There’s exciting news from Delta Air Lines this morning. The airline has announced a Delta One Lounge at Seattle (SEA), plus several new Sky Club lounges opening this year. There’s a lot of details to cover, so let’s dive right…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. It may be Dry January for some, but the team at Upgraded Points wants to hand out the gift of free drinks on your next Delta Air Lines flight….

Who doesn’t want a free upgrade? Sure, you could try politely asking the gate agent before your next flight, but chances are it won’t work. Rather than playing a game of roulette, there are more reliable strategies to improve your…

Amex Offers are deals that allow you to earn statement credits or Membership Rewards points for purchases you may already be making. If you’re thinking about a hotel stay, check your American Express cards. There’s an enticing new Amex Offer…

It’s time again for Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer to update its Spontaneous Escapes promotion. This round features significant discounts on redemptions for travel in February. The monthly offer from Singapore allows members to book select flights at a discount when redeeming…

You hear much more about airline shopping portals than you do websites offering bonus points with hotels. However, the Wyndham Rewards Shopping site shouldn’t be overlooked. And if you’ve never made a purchase through Wyndham Rewards Shopping before, right now…

After years of delays and extensions, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized new requirements for REAL ID compliance. The final rule aims to establish minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. These changes will take…

Flying Blue, the joint elite status program of Air France and KLM, is offering a rare status match opportunity that can earn you near top-tier status in the program for a limited time. Notably, Flying Blue rarely ever offers status…

Hyatt just released its first Bonus Journeys global promotion of the year. This promotion gives you 2 ways to earn more World of Hyatt points over the next few months. You can earn up to 30,000 World of Hyatt points…

Renting a car can be expensive, but there’s a new Amex Offer that will save you $70 on any Hertz rental that costs $250 or more. This can be a considerable amount of savings, though there is a drawback to…

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is a valuable airline loyalty program, thanks to its high-value airline partners like Cathay Pacific and Fiji Airways and excellent redemption rates on American Airlines flights. Given the number of possible redemptions you can book with…

Alaska Airlines just announced 3 new routes that are likely to please Oregonians. Beginning this spring, the Seattle-based carrier will operate a new route between Portland and Houston, add 2x daily flights from Portland to Eugene, and debut a new…

Amtrak’s latest promo, valid on Acela and Northeast Regional trains, can earn you a free round-trip ticket after 3 qualifying round-trips. This is a targeted promotion, so be sure to check your account and travel by March 31, 2025, if…

At Upgraded Points, we’re passionate about earning travel rewards and never missing an opportunity to share our tips, tricks, and processes. Under all that passion, however, is a foundation of responsible card management. Having a structure for card management is…

If you travel with Frontier Airlines this month, you could get 3,000 bonus miles on your next flight. One-way trips qualify, but you need to book your flight and then travel by January 31, 2025. Here are the details of…

If you make multiple Starbucks purchases every week, a joint promotion with Marriott has you in mind. Thanks to this new offer for Marriott Bonvoy Week, you can earn 100 bonus Marriott points after 3 Starbucks purchases this week. How…

As of today, January 13, 2025, the American Express^® Green Card* no longer offers the annual LoungeBuddy credit. This key benefit made the Amex Green card relatively appealing, but with no replacement announced, that appeal may be fading for some….

Flying Blue, the loyalty program of European giant Air France-KLM, has raised the prices of award seats overnight and without notice. Here’s what we know about this unfortunate Flying Blue devaluation. Business Awards Are 20% Higher; Coach Is up 25%…