Frequent Miler
Success: Capital One Shopping cash back on a hotel booking, 10 months later
Many credit cards offer bonuses when booking hotels through the credit card portal, and some credit cards offer hotel credits. However, I don’t highly value the 8x or 10x or 12x offered by various credit card portals, and I don’t value credit card hotel credits at face value. A large...
Frequent Flyer Bonuses
Top 5 Hotel Bonus Points offers for January 2026
Here are our Top Hotel Stay Bonuses for this month! These are for stays that you credit to a hotel frequent guest program. Many of these offers go beyond this month so don’t count them out for stays you’re booking past this month. If none of the offers listed below...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Wildfires in Victoria in Australia: January 2026 Travel Alert
If you plan on visiting the state of Victoria in Australia, your travels may be affected by as many as a dozen major wildfires which have been burning out of control in January of 2026.
Thousands of firefighters have been battling multiple bushfires that are out of control across Victoria after...
Frequent Miler
(Reminder) Negative Venture X & Venture X Business lounge access changes coming
Update 1/13/26: A quick reminder that the lounge policy for Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders will be changing with effect from February 1, 2026. ~ Since their launches, the Venture X and Venture X Business cards have been popular cards for those seeking lounge access. That’s because Capital...
Frequent Miler
How to fix Marriott Bonvoy | Coffee Break Ep87 | 1-13-26
Greg recently had two great stays at Marriott Bonvoy hotels in South Florida: The Ben, The Belgrove Resort. But the fact that these positive experiences surprised him (and that they were kind of the exception to the rule) prompted some ideas on what’s wrong with Bonvoy. How to fix Marriott...
Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport (Practical SEA Airport Hotel)
The Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport worked out nicely for my late arrival into SEA, with a free shuttle that operates around the clock and a clean and comfortable room. It’s not fancy, but it does the job. Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport Review My hotel was paid for by Alaska Airlines...
One Mile at a Time
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Award Waitlist Basics: How Does It Work?
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program is the best program for booking Singapore Airlines first & business class awards, given that the airline doesnt release premium cabin long haul award space to most partner frequent flyer programs (though Air Canada Aeroplan has access to some business class space). Fortunately KrisFlyer miles are...
Frequent Miler
Marriott Bonvoy Choice Benefits
If you have earned 50 elite qualifying nights with Marriott Bonvoy within a calendar year, then you are eligible to pick a “Choice Benefit”. A second Choice Benefit is available for those who complete 75 nights. The question then, of course, is which benefit to pick. You’ll find my recommendations...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Spirit Airlines Pilots Plead With Citadel To Continue Funding As Liquidation Risk Grows
Pilots at cash-strapped budget carrier Spirit Airlines have sent an open letter to a key bondholder, pleading with it to keep on financing the beleaguered company as it navigates itself through a complicated Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The letter comes less than a month after Spirit secured a $100 million...
ATX Jetsetter
Delta Employees to Receive $1.3 Billion in Profit Sharing for 2025
Delta Air Lines is sharing $1.3 billion in profits, equal to roughly four weeks pay, with its employees based on 2025 performance.
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Miles To Memories
Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report
The new year recently arrived, but we're mostly done triggering American Express benefits on our existing accounts. Here are the highlights.
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Miles To Memories
Already?! An American Express Benefits January Progress Report
The new year recently arrived, but we're mostly done triggering American Express benefits on our existing accounts. Here are the highlights.
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View from the Wing
American And Southwest Made Inflight Wi-Fi Free — Now A Patent Troll Sues For Royalties
American and Southwest made inflight Wi-Fi free—then Intellectual Ventures sued, claiming the airlines owe royalties on the technology behind onboard internet. A judge has now ordered American to produce technical records and source code as the case accelerates.
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Delta Air Lines Announces Lowest Profit Sharing Bonus Since 2022 And Employees Are Irked
Delta Air Lines has just announced its lowest profit-sharing bonus for tens of thousands of employees worldwide since 2022, when the Atlanta-based carrier announced a surprise bonus despite the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. On February 13, Delta will pay out $1.3 billion of its 2025 profit to employees, resulting...
Miles To Memories
Autonomous Vegas Loop, Crazy Power Outage, More Free Parking & Are Sports Books Immoral?
Vegas Loop goes autonomous, more free parking on the Strip, power outages and snow, are sportsbooks immoral & how to save big on Vegas in 2026.
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Frequent Miler
(Targeted?) Southwest cardholders: Earn 2x Companion Pass qualifying points at drugstores & gyms
Every quarter (or “quater” as the Southwest banner shown below says), Chase Southwest cardholders are targeted with a spending offer that awards bonus Companion Pass Qualifying points (but not bonus Rapid Rewards points) on spend in certain categories. The latest promotion is now available for registration and is valid on...
BoardingArea
Outside Lands 2025: SFO Lounge Hacks & Hotel Points to Score Big
Outside Lands 2025 at Golden Gate Park offers music and art from August 8–10 with rumored headliners like Doja Cat and Tyler, The Creator. This guide covers lounge strategies at SFO and top hotel redemption options for frequent flyers.
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Dance Through Europe’s Biggest Techno Bash: Zurich Street Parade 2025 with Star Alliance Awards
On August 9, 2025, Zurich expects nearly a million techno enthusiasts for the Street Parade’s 32nd edition. Discover five reasons to redeem your Star Alliance miles and immerse yourself in this epic summer celebration.
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Top Marina Bay Fireworks Hotels on Points for Singapore’s 60th National Day 2025
Singapore’s 60th National Day will illuminate Marina Bay with brilliant fireworks and exclusive staycation packages. Discover the best hotels and essential tips to maximize your points for an unforgettable SG60 celebration.
