Attention travel enthusiasts and families: Chase has brought back its 20% transfer bonus to Air Canada Aeroplan since December 4, 2024, and it’s your golden ticket to unforgettable adventures. (The transfer bonus doesn’t always happen like Virgin Atlantic – check…
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LifeMiles Plus (LM+): Exploring The Latest Updates And Benefits
If you’re a frequent traveler or a points / miles enthusiast, you’ve likely heard of LifeMiles, Avianca’s loyalty program. As a member of the Star Alliance, LifeMiles opens up opportunities to redeem miles for flights on Avianca and other Star…
Is Booking Mr & Mrs Smith Hotels with Hyatt Points Worth It? A Complete Guide
If you’re a fan of Hyatt’s loyalty program, World of Hyatt (WoH), you’ve probably noticed some big changes over the past year. With partnerships like MGM Resorts and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) coming to an end, Hyatt’s…
How To Prepare Winter 2025 Award Bookings
Attention, travel-loving families! Winter break 2025 might seem far away, but when it comes to booking award tickets, the early bird doesn’t just get the worm – they increase their chances of securing the best seats, the most comfortable flights,…
From Chaos To First Class: How I Mastered Last-Minute Award Travel For The Ultimate Self-Care Escape
Travel often feels like a game of precision including careful planning, endless lists, and sticking to a schedule. But sometimes, magic happens when you embrace spontaneity. As someone who thrives on organization (yes, my Virgo tendencies are strong!), I never…
3 Top Reasons Why Avianca LifeMiles Is One Of The Best Award Travel Programs You’re Overlooking
When it comes to frequent flyer programs, many travelers tend to stick with the big names like United Airlines MileagePlus or American Airlines AAdvantage, often overlooking hidden gems. LifeMiles, Avianca’s frequent flyer program, is one of those underrated gems that’s…
Is Buying Finnair Avios Worth It? Yes, If You Play Your Cards Right
When my sister casually mentioned she had purchased 200,000 Finnair Avios during their 50% discount buy-points promotion, I was intrigued. This current 50% discount promotion from Finnair provides the best cost-per-Avios value (1.13 cents per Avios) I have seen since…
How To Redeem Virgin Voyages Before Virgin Points Going Dynamic
If you’re like me and missed the chance to hop on a Virgin Voyages cruise back in May (and let’s be honest, it would’ve made for the ultimate Mother’s Day treat!), don’t worry, it’s not too late. The opportunity is…
Where To Stay In Japan? Here Are 5 Best Category 1-4 Hyatt Hotels For Families.
The latest welcome bonus from Marriott and Chase are almost impossible to resist. Marriott is rolling out 5x 50,000-point free night certificates as a sign-up bonus for the Amex Marriott Bonvoy Business credit card, while Chase World of Hyatt credit…
Three Secrets To Cut 80% Of Your Travel Costs With Avios
Avios is the global loyalty currency owned by Avios Group (AGL) and used by the following airlines: Avios are transferrable between any of these programs at a ratio of 1:1, so each Avios is theoretically worth the same in each program. If you collect…
3 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels Of The World (SLH) Properties You Would Love To Book With Hilton Honors Points
Hilton points are like they’ve got a reputation for being more trouble than they’re worth. And if you just throw them at random hotel bookings, yeah, you might find that paying cash would’ve been cheaper (ouch!). Plus, no sweet rewards…
How To Book Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos For Award Stays
Got a big event coming up? You’ll want to make it special with a luxurious stay! Or maybe you’ve got free night certificates (FNCs) from your Hilton co-branded credit cards burning a hole in your pocket and no idea what…
