Bilt points will transfer to Hyatt at 4:3 starting January 1, giving members 25% fewer Hyatt points. You have through December 31 to transfer at 1:1, while Chase Sapphire Reserve keeps that rate. The change across both programs points toward Hyatt’s economics—and makes an already devalued currency harder to justify.

Another one bites the dust, as the Bilt to Hyatt transfer ratio will no longer be a 1 to 1 transfer partner option. The post Another One Bites The Dust: Bilt Is Dropping Hyatt As A 1 To 1 Transfer Partner appeared first on Miles to Memories.

American Airlines and United Airlines see an opportunity in the spat between Delta CEO Ed Bastian and Elon Musk: offer unhappy Delta flyers a status match and invite them to switch. The timing is clever, but will anger over Bastian’s reported comments actually change how people book flights? American And United Woo Delta Flyers With […]

This is the first full set of Promo Awards issued since the devaluation took effect, and while the numbers on the Promo Awards page look much as they always have, what those numbers buy you has changed. The post Flying Blue Promo Award deals for travel through March 2027 (two levels of discount this month) appeared first on Traveling For Miles.

Today is the first day of the 4th quarter, so that means it is time to activate the… The post Earn 7X Chase Points this Quarter on the Freedom Flex Card appeared first on Travel Points Playbook.

New Amex Credit Card, Chase Card Refresh, Limited Time offers & more as we recap some of the top stories from the month of September.

The Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business American Express Card is designed for business owners who fly Delta frequently, care…

Flying Blue Promo Awards now come in two discounted versions. The headline price buys a Light award. Here's what that actually means. The post How Flying Blue Promo Awards now work (more than one discounted option now available) appeared first on Traveling For Miles.

Chase is raising the annual fees on its IHG hotel cards, taking Platinum status away from the Premier card, and putting the no-fee card’s fourth-night-free benefit behind a $5,000 spending requirement. It’s also introducing a $350 card that makes confirmed suite upgrades and hotel lounge access much easier to earn.

A major hotel-card lineup just got the coupon-book treatment. Here’s what improved, what got worse, and why one popular card’s status downgrade may matter more than the shiny new credits.

A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a violent incident in the cockpit and a frightening series of altitude changes. Israeli officials say the first officer stabbed the captain and tried to crash the aircraft. The airline has confirmed a cockpit altercation, but says the motive […]

If you hold a Bilt credit card, you can earn extra points for spending on the first day of each month, what Bilt calls “Rent Day.” Today, October 1, 2026, there are also transfer bonuses to Hilton Honors and Amtrak Guest Rewards, plus an opportunity to pick up Hilton elite status. Bilt Rent Day – […]

Rove is offering up to 50% more airline miles on October transfers to Japan Airlines, Air France KLM and Qatar Airways. The best deals include business class to Japan for 36,700 Rove miles one-way and Emirates business class to Europe for 56,700 roundtrip, plus taxes and fees, when the required award seats are available.

An interesting side note to this near disaster. There were two Australians among 174 people aboard the flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv that plunged violently during an extraordinary cockpit attack before passengers and crew helped regain control of the aircraft. SMH is reporting that Sydney business couple Steven and Carol Moss were passengers […] The post DISASTER AVERTED: FlyDubai flight plunges during cockpit struggle with Australians on board appeared first on 2PAXfly - Travel News, Airline Flight and Hotel Reviews.

Miles & More is once again offering a excellent bonus for buying miles with their packaged Bundle&Go offers. You can earn a 50% bonus on all packages purchased by October 31. These Bundle&Go packages are their innovative way at selling miles to members without directly selling miles on their own. This offer allows members to […] The post Receive a 50% bonus when you buy Miles & More miles via their Bundle&Go packages appeared first on Frequent Flyer Bonuses.

The newest set of Air France KLM’s Promo Rewards are now available. This month there are 54 cities in total, all of which are 25% off their standard minimum redemption amount for economy, premium economy and business class redemptions (fare class varies by route). For this set of Promo Rewards, 16 of the 54 options […] The post Air France KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards: Save 25% on select reward flights (October 2026 edition) appeared first on Frequent Flyer Bonuses.

I had a quick work dinner in Charlotte last week and needed something nearby.… The post Hotel Review: Moxy Charlotte Downtown appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

The official passport of the United States will debut with a new design in 2028 called “Flight Of The Eagle” — and the new passport will not only allow you to apply for one with your portable electronic device from the comfort of your own home; but you can take a photograph of yourself with your portable electronic device and not be required to go someplace to pay up to $15.00 for the privilege. You can even track the status of your new passport in real time. “Because a passport... The post New “Flight Of The Eagle” Passport Design to Debut in 2028 appeared first on The Gate.

I am getting closer to the two million mile mark on United Airlines and… The post Taste Test: Sushi and Sashimi on United Airlines appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Here’s a nice bonus that can be stacked on top of the global Hilton Honors bonus points promotion for those of you who hold a U.S. based Hilton Honors Amex card. The 10,000 bonus points offer: Earn 10,000 Bonus Honors Points when you book and pay for a stay of 3+ nights in a row […] The post Hilton Honors Amex Cardmembers can earn 10,000 bonus points on a 3+ night Hilton stay appeared first on Frequent Flyer Bonuses.

The familiar blue US passport is headed for an overhaul with a new design… The post The US Passport Is Getting a Makeover and Travelers Are Losing the 50-Page Option appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Southwest has given longtime customers plenty of reasons to complain. But while we’ve been debating what the airline has taken away, I think another part of the story deserves some…

If 2026 was the year of the Whycation on how travelers were seeking serenity, stillness, and comfort, 2027 is predicted to be the year of The Great Rebalance, according to a report which was released from Hilton that forecasts what are some of the interesting trends to expect from travelers — as well as the travel industry itself — in 2027. The post Hilton Forecasts Emerging Trends of Travelers in 2027 appeared first on The Gate.

Sunday will be an excellent day for Chase cardholders to enjoy Eeeeeats.con in New York City The post EEEEEATSCON New York Is This Weekend! appeared first on Will Run For Miles.

Newly released dashcam footage shows a driver fleeing Texas state troopers with his rear bumper dragging, weaving past orange barriers and smashing through a gate at the San Antonio airport. The patrol vehicle follows him onto the airfield, where he finally stops and steps out with his hands raised.

Alaska Airlines is looking to deepen its relationship with American Airlines and several major… The post Alaska Airlines Plans to Join American’s Atlantic and Pacific Joint Ventures appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Flydubai has confirmed that it has suspended all flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv until further notice after one of its crew members allegedly stabbed a pilot and attempted to crash a packed Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft early on Wednesday. Following the terrifying incident aboard Flydubai flight FZ-1073, which Israeli security officials have described… The post Flydubai Forced to Suspend All Flights to Tel Aviv in Aftermath of Foiled ‘Terror Attack’ appeared first on PYOK.

After years of flying, I thought I’d seen just about every kind of airline notification there was. Then friends visiting from from out of town showed us the message they’d…

Tanzania’s new mandatory insurance turns passport control into a checkout page, with a $44 cart waiting beside the stamp. The post Tanzania Bundles Safari Visa With Mandatory $44 Insurance Policy appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

Today’s Bonus Offer Highlight is a rare bonus for China Southern Sky Pearl Club where members can earn 500 bonus miles for stays at Marriott Hotels in Northern China. Check out all of the new bonuses added today: The Bonus Offer Highlight: China Southern Sky Pearl Club Earn 500 Bonus Sky Pearl Miles on each […] The post China Southern Sky Pearl Club: Earn 500 bonus miles for Marriott stays in Northern China (September 30 Bonus Offer Highlight) appeared first on Frequent Flyer Bonuses.

The Venmo Credit Card has a new rewards structure for applicants, replacing its automatic top-category system with fixed bonus categories. The post Venmo Credit Card Changes Rewards Structure, Adds New 4% Option appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Delta is following United into the advertising business, turning passengers who’ve already paid for their flights into an audience it can sell. Also: Chase Aeroplan’s 15% award discount extends to family members, a bank slashes airline points transfer limits by 75%, and United makes a passenger check his carry-on despite space onboard.

During our visit to Montréal, we stopped at Schwartz’s to try one of the city’s signature foods: a smoked meat sandwich. With a line stretching down the sidewalk outside its…

Hilton Honors may be preparing to add another elite level above Diamond Reserve, with internal training materials reportedly referencing a new “Black Diamond” tier. The post Hilton Honors Planning to Add Yet Another Top Tier appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Marriott Bonvoy is offering a special promotion for members booking through the Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy (HVMB) platform.… The post Last Day to Book: Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy – Double Elite Nights appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.

Alaska’s Atmos Rewards adds earning choices, communities and debit plumbing, turning status into central-bank policy for quarter-end flyers. The post Mileage Policy Eases as Alaska Lets Members Pick Their Currency appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

Recapping the FZ1073 incident which happened today, and almost caused the loss of life and equipment. The post flydubai FZ1073 Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Cockpit Incident, Hijack Alert and Dramatic Loss of Altitude appeared first on Live From A Lounge.

Vrbo’s catch-up math raises host commissions to 12%, keeps flexible guest fees, and enrolls every vacation-rental shopper in algebra again. The post Vrbo Catch-Up Explained: Double the Commission, Keep the Guest Fee appeared first on The Takeoff Nap.

United Airlines is expanding its tiered pricing strategy to the front of the plane,… The post United Is Bringing Basic Fares to More First and Business Class Routes appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Delta Air Lines has spent years positioning itself as the premium US carrier, but… The post Delta’s Starlink Gamble Could Send Its Best Customers Straight to United and Its CEO Out appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

Hyatt has launched a new promotion for World of Hyatt members, offering 3,000 bonus points for every three eligible nights. The post New Hyatt Promo: Earn Up to 36,000 Bonus Points in Q4 appeared first on Miles to Memories.

U.S. passports have already been the subject of several announced changes this year. Now even more are on the way, affecting both the passport itself and how Americans get one.…

Alaska Airlines is finally bringing lie-flat seats to its transcontinental flights, and New York City is central to the plan. Called Project Gotham, the initiative reflects a realization that has been a long time coming: if Alaska wants more passengers to pay premium fares, it needs to give them a more compelling reason to do […]

The targeted Chase My Bonus quarterly spending offers are back with the new quarter. We have a way to check to see if you're targeted. The post (New Offers) Targeted Chase Spending Offers: Earn Up To 10x More Points appeared first on Miles to Memories.

Southwest's flight attendant union helped get Charlene Carter fired. Now its bill for her judgment and legal fees tops $1.5 million — roughly $71 per member, before counting the union's own lawyers which likely doubles this amount.

Something that slipped through the cracks last week is that VietJet Air has signed for Starlink connectivity for both its long- and short-haul fleet. VietJet Air Airbus A321neo – Image, Economy Class and Beyond. Vietjet, together with its group companies Galaxy Holdings and Galaxy Telecom, signed a strategic partnership agreement with Starlink, the satellite internet service engineered […]

In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance. The post American’s Useful App Improvement, Rise Of Fake Tourist Attractions & United Shopping Portal Bonus appeared first on Miles to Memories.

At a Glance: Yesterday, Alaska Air Group announced a suite of changes across Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Highlights include… The post Alaska Unveils B737-10 Lie-Flat Seats, New A330 Cabins & Bank Transfers appeared first on Points Miles and Bling.

In the hours since Flydubai flight FZ1073 was diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia due to a major security incident that points towards a terrorist plot to crash the airliner, one question keeps coming up: how did a pilot get a weapon onboard to violently attack his colleague? The details are still emerging, and a… The post Did the Flydubai Pilot Smuggle a Knife or an Axe Onboard? The Uncomfortable Truth Is He Didn’t Need To appeared first on PYOK.

Marriott is running a new sale on Marriott Bonvoy points, offering a 40% - 50% bonus on point purchases. Here are the details of this limited-time offer. The post Buy Marriott Points with up to a 55% Bonus (and an increased limit) appeared first on Live From A Lounge.