Blog Posts

Hyatt Finally Lets You Transfer Points Online—Here’s the New 525K Limit
World of Hyatt members can now transfer points online for free, replacing the signed PDF process. New annual limits apply, and Hyatt still hasn’t clarified one important restriction.

Gift Card Deals from Staples and Office Depot / Office Max [Updated Weekly]
Staples regularly waives the activation fee on $200 Visa and Mastercard gift cards. Here’s the promotion currently available, how you can earn up to 5x points, and a complete history of previous offers.

American’s App Can Now Find You a Better Seat—But It Stops 24 Hours Before Departure
American’s app can automatically move eligible solo AAdvantage travelers when a preferred seat opens, but the feature has important limits.

Citi Adds JAL Transfers With a 30% Bonus—Business Class Starts at 43,000 Points
Citi points now transfer to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank, with a 30% launch bonus through October 24. Here are the best awards and important restrictions.

Chase Doubles the Sapphire Reserve Business Edit Credit—but It Still Comes in $250 Pieces
Chase is doubling the Sapphire Reserve Business Edit credit to $1,000 in 2027 while adding a $1 million cap to its 3X advertising category.

I Booked Antarctica for Under $10,000 Solo: This is What I Want to Share About It
I just booked an 11-day Antarctica expedition for $9,895 after HX waived a $3,730 solo supplement. Here’s how to visit Antarctica, what it costs, which expedition ships stand out, and why this trip will finally complete my journey to all seven continents.

Wyndham’s Award Chart Changes September 15—Why Booking Now Is a Free Hedge
Wyndham adds a 45,000-point award tier September 15 while lowering its cheapest tier. Here’s why booking before the deadline protects you either way.

Hyatt Dumping American Airlines for Delta
Hyatt and American Airlines are winding down their enhanced loyalty partnership. Here are the key deadlines, Milestone Reward changes, and benefits that will remain.

TSA PreCheck’s New Gateside Pass Lets You Visit Airport Gates Without a Flight
TSA’s new Gateside program allows eligible PreCheck members to visit secure airport terminals without flying. Here’s how to apply and where it works.

American Airlines Sets an End Date for Flagship First—Here’s What Replaces It
American has confirmed when Flagship First disappears. Here’s what the new 70-suite Boeing 777 means for premium tickets and award travelers.

The Global Entry Mobile App Stops Working September 15—Here’s What Replaces It
The Global Entry app stops working September 15, but your membership remains active. Here’s how CBP’s replacement app changes your arrival routine.

Marriott Is Offering 20K Bonus Points on Hawaii and Mexico Packages—But Compare the Bundle First
Marriott Bonvoy members can earn 20,000 bonus points on eligible Hawaiʻi and Mexico vacation packages booked by September 30. Here’s when the deal makes sense—and why you should price the trip separately first.