If you’re not booking through hotel loyalty programs, you’re missing out on great deals and leaving money on the table. These programs offer free upgrades, complimentary breakfast, access to exclusive lounges and even free nights once you accumulate enough points. Now the question is, which hotel program suits you best?…
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JetBlue ends loyalty partnership with Japan Airlines — award redemptions conclude in March
JetBlue is ending its loyalty partnership with Japan Airlines, bringing an end to TrueBlue award redemptions on flights operated by the Japanese carrier. The airlines confirmed that March 31, 2026, will be the final day to book Japan Airlines flights using JetBlue TrueBlue points. After that date, award redemptions on…
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Bilt Cash launches Jan. 1: How to earn and redeem the new rewards currency
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Bilt Rewards members will begin earning Bilt Cash. So what exactly is this new currency? Bilt Cash is a new rewards currency within the Bilt ecosystem. You’ll earn $50 in Bilt Cash every time you earn 25,000 Bilt Points, and you’ll be able to redeem Bilt…
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Love it or leave it: TPG lead writer Katie Genter’s airline and hotel elite status plans for 2026
You may have just finished earning elite status during the 2025 qualification year. Alternatively, if you’re pursuing status with a program that doesn’t use a calendar year as its qualification period, such as American Airlines AAdvantage, you may still have months to earn your desired elite status. As the year…
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How credit cards can help you kick off your New Year’s resolutions
Happy New Year! As we close out the year and look to the next, many of us are making resolutions to be better in the new year. And what’s better than being rewarded for keeping those resolutions? With the right credit card, you can save money and earn valuable rewards…
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4 reasons I carry 2 premium rewards cards
Before adding the American Express Platinum Card® to my wallet, I analyzed my current credit card setup. The Amex Platinum’s $895 annual fee (see rates and fees) was more than enough to prompt a review of my current strategy. At the time, I had only one card in my wallet…
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Why points and miles are a bad long-term investment
It’s easy to think of points and miles as a variant of Monopoly money. They can be easy to throw around and spend nonchalantly. To other people, though, travel rewards can be easy to hoard. They are a form of currency, after all, and we can become as tight-fisted with…
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How to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to JetBlue TrueBlue
Chase Ultimate Rewards points are one of the most valuable rewards currencies out there, in part because you can transfer them to a variety of hotel and airline partner programs, including JetBlue TrueBlue. Transferring points to partners can often unlock great award deals and help you maximize the value of…
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Last chance to earn 100,000 miles: Capital One Venture X’s highest offer in 4 years ends soon
The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card stands tall in the travel credit card market. This is thanks to its straightforward benefits, ability to earn valuable Capital One miles and annual fee of $395, modest compared to its premium counterparts. If you’ve been eyeing this rewards card, now is…
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12 New Year’s travel resolutions to make in 2026
Some folks are already working on their New Year’s resolutions, perhaps setting goals related to wellbeing, health or finances. Meanwhile, others are likely using the last bits of 2025 to start scheming on where to take their first trip of 2026. For the types who can’t resist planning their next…