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Hello, All! Let me tell you right now—this installment of Real Redemptions is a doozy! If you’ve been wondering how to use your points/miles for awesome redemptions, these contributors sure have some great insights! We’re sharing a fantastic redemption trip…

This general review of Spirit Airlines has been compiled to give you a quick glance at the airline from the viewpoint of a viable customer. Have you ever wondered — how much does Spirit charge for baggage fees? Do you get…

If you’re anything like us, food and drink is a HUGE part of travel. Local dishes inspire us, regional wines delight us, savory appetizers send us reeling, and handcrafted cocktails keep us ranting for days. We can’t imagine anything better…

Hey there Real Redemptions readers – you may have noticed we recently took a short break from the series. But don’t worry, we’re still here! We’ve just been working on a site redesign, improved content categories, a ton of great…

Since the service was launched, JetBlue Mint has quickly become one of the most comfortable ways to fly coast-to-coast within the U.S. This is contrary to JetBlue’s previous reputation of being a low-cost carrier offering cheap fares — but we’re…

U.S. carriers began rolling out inflight internet services over a decade ago and have been slowly improving the experience. Nowadays, it is almost expected that all airlines have Wi-Fi on their flights. United Airlines does not use a consistent Wi-Fi…

If you plan to bring a carry-on bag and personal item with you on a United Airlines flight, make sure you know the rules and restrictions ahead of time so you can plan accordingly. Travelers already face plenty of hassles…

Do you dine out fairly frequently? Grab to-go meals often? Prefer delivery to cooking? If so, you could be earning bonus miles on your food indulgences simply by joining the Alaska Mileage Plan™ Dining program. This post will walk you through…

According to JetBlue, 11 million people are using their TrueBlue Dining program. Are you one of them? With a few extra clicks, you could be earning bonus points on your meals, whether it’s dining out, grabbing take-out, or sitting on…

British Airways (BA) usually provides a great service in its premium classes, with first class being the most luxurious. And today, we’re going to run through the best ways to book yourself a ticket in BA’s top product using your…

World of Hyatt Overview Hyatt, with over 1,300 properties in 76 countries, is smaller than its rivals, though it has a strong following among devoted customers. Joining World of Hyatt Sign up for a free World of Hyatt membership here….

Following, you’ll find a complete list of all U.S. United Club lounge locations and detailed information on each one. Here, you’ll learn where to find each lounge at the airport, their hours of operation, and any special amenities that may…

Update: Hilton discontinued the Shop-to-Earn Mall on September 1, 2018. We’ll update if they launch a replacement. Want to earn even more Hilton Honors points simply by online shopping? Just a few extra clicks and you’re on your way. Yep—it’s…

Update: The Choice Privileges Mall was discontinued in 2022. We’ll update this page if a replacement is launched. If you’re shopping online, you should definitely be using a shopping portal. If you’re a Choice Hotels fan, you can use the…

There are several ways IHG One Rewards members can earn some extra points, including capitalizing on dining. If you’re already going out to eat or ordering takeout, this method is pretty darned simple! This article will walk you through everything…

Hey Alaska Airlines fans—did you know you can earn extra Mileage Plan miles simply by shopping online? With just a few extra clicks, you can earn bonus miles thanks to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan shopping portal. This article will…

Most JetBlue customers know there are a number of great ways to earn TrueBlue points, but did you know you can also earn them while shopping online? With just a few extra clicks, you can earn bonus points by using…

If you’re into online shopping, you should definitely be earning points or miles in the process! Like to shop and fly British Airways? You’re in luck — there’s a shopping portal just for you; a place where you can earn…

Rio to London Chris from FlyFamilyFly is a consultant by day with a serious knack for points earning! Though Chris and his family currently live in Brazil, they’re constantly traveling to see friends family in the U.S. and abroad. That’s…

Spirit Airlines offers low-cost airfare without extra frills. It cuts out many standard parts of the flying experience, like free checked bags and inflight snacks, to get you and a personal item from point A to B for cheap. As…

Emirates has cultivated a reputation as one of the best airlines in the world, and it is well-deserved. Let’s be honest…you’re probably here right now because of the amazing things you’ve heard! If you’d like to see what it’s all…