Aeroplan Awards Guide:  Aeroplan is a solid airline loyalty program.  It’s one that I use often for it’s great award pricing and transfer partner.  As with all loyalty programs, there are some quirks you need to be aware of regarding taxes and fuel surcharges.  Here’s a good guide to review. Combining Membership Rewards Points???:  Many […]

Are You A Hoarder?:  It seems as if many banks were hoping cardholders would burn through their points at a low redemption rate during the pandemic.  To Amex’s surprise, they’ve found that many have been holding on to their stash of Membership Rewards points in hopes of future travel. Transfer Bonus To Avios:  Transfer bonuses […]

What Card To Use?:  Veterans in this hobby have an arsenal of credit cards at their disposal.  Couple this with the temporary perks they provide and keeping all of them straight can be confusing.  Luckily this guide helps you decide which card to use where to maximize your point earning potential. Check Out LifeMiles:  Familiarizing […]

Guide To Upgrading Your Flight:  If you’ve flown business or first class on long haul flights, it’s very difficult to consider flying economy ever again.  While you might be considered a snob at this point, here are some tips for upgrading your future flights. SkyMiles Devaluation:  SkyMiles wasn’t a lot of people’s favorite airline loyalty […]

Benefits That Make Hilton Diamond Worthwhile:  Elite status with loyalty programs normally provides perks.  The perks differ from program to program.  So is obtaining Hilton Diamond status worth it? Hyatt Stays Guide:  Hyatt is a very popular hotel chain among points enthusiasts because of the extreme value their loyalty program provides.  There are some tips […]

Centurion Lounges Are Starting To Reopen:  American Express had to shut down their Centurion Lounges for obvious reasons.  They’re starting to reopen with new procedures.  I think they’ve done a great job balancing what makes Centurion Lounges so great with the new safety precautions. Earn Bonus Marriott Points:  Marriott points are very valuable, and part […]

500 Hyatt Bonus Points Per Night:  Hyatt is offering some bonus points per night if you stay at select properties worldwide.  Hyatt points are extremely valuable because it doesn’t take a large balance for some free stays.  Do you have an upcoming stay at these locations? Earn An Easy 1,000 Hilton Points:  Hilton and Lyft […]

The Case For Cash Back:  In this hobby we’re taught that transferring our points to airline/hotel partners is the way to maximize the value of our points.  While that is true, there’s nothing wrong with cash back.  There’s no right or wrong way to use your points.  Cash back is another option you have. 40% […]

Taking Advantage Of Amex Platinum:  This very popular card comes with a hefty annual fee which may scare newbies.  However, with all of the perks this card offers, you can easily justify the annual fee by taking advantage of what this card offers. Promotional Companion Pass Offer:  The Southwest Companion Pass is easily the best […]

Shortcut To Hilton Diamond Status:  I love Hilton Diamond status because of how easy it is to obtain.  Just by holding the right card you have Hilton Diamond.  Right now, you can use this shortcut to get Hilton Diamond without paying the hefty annual fee on the right card. South America Restrictions By Country:  Most […]