Blog Posts

Aeroplan’s 25% Air Canada Award Sale Ends August 18—But Partner Flights Don’t Count
Aeroplan members can save up to 25% on eligible Air Canada awards through June 2027, but partner flights are excluded and premium-cabin eligibility remains unclear.

Allegiant First Is on Sale for 2027—Here’s What You Actually Get
Allegiant’s eight-seat premium cabin is appearing on select spring 2027 flights from Punta Gorda. Here’s what the fare bundles—and what remains unclear.

Delta Is Launching Daily Austin–Paris Flights in 2027 – Do We Care? Maybe!
Delta will begin daily seasonal Austin–Paris flights on March 27, 2027, using an A330-900neo. Here’s what to check before booking with cash or miles.

Hyatt’s Family Plan Rate Can Discount a Second Room—But 50% Isn’t Guaranteed
Hyatt’s little-known Family Plan Rate may discount a second room by 10% to 50%, but participation, child-age rules and availability vary by hotel.

Avios.com’s New Award Calendar Makes Finding BA, Iberia and Aer Lingus Seats Easier
Avios.com’s free calendar displays a full month of nonstop British Airways, Iberia and Aer Lingus award availability—but important limitations remain.

Striking Gold at Costco: Points, Miles, and Cash from 1oz Metals
Who would have thought your next big credit card welcome bonus could start with a trip to Costco? Buying and

KLM’s Grand Café Brings Buy-on-Board to European Economy—What Stays Free
KLM will introduce Grand Café on European flights in October. Free basics remain, but sandwiches and most other items move to paid menus.

American Airlines Awards From 6,000 Etihad Miles—The Short-Haul Sweet Spot Explained
Select American Airlines economy awards covering 500 flown miles or less can cost just 6,000 Etihad Guest miles each way.

Can You Book a Hotel Award Night for Someone Else? The Rules Aren’t the Same
Hotel points can cover someone else’s stay, but certificates and elite benefits follow different rules. Here’s how Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott and IHG compare.

Need an EIN for Your Business? Read the Free IRS Process, and Why It Matters for Points & Miles
Getting an EIN is free, usually quick, and useful for legitimate side hustles and small businesses. Here’s how to apply through the IRS, handle state registration, understand the costs, and use it responsibly in a points-and-miles strategy.

Airbnb Stays Can Now Earn TAP Miles—But You Must Start at TAP
Earn 2 TAP Miles&Go miles per €1 on eligible Airbnb stays. Start through TAP, book within 10 days and save your tracking records.

Is Your Credit Card Actually Worth the Annual Fee? This Tool Does the Math For You
That premium credit card may advertise thousands of dollars in annual benefits—but how much are those benefits actually worth to you? The thePointsPage Annual Fee Valuation Tool helps you compare the card’s real value with the realistic alternative before your next annual fee arrives.