Points and miles have often made my dreams come true. Business-class flights, luxury hotels, and beach vacations whenever I want are things I never thought would be possible. But in addition to that, points and miles can also make a five-year-old’s dreams come true, and luckily, I got to tag along. My youngest grandchild, Noah, […]

One of my favorite Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card’s perks is officially going away. Chase has confirmed that the card’s 10% anniversary points bonus will end on Oct. 1, 2026. The benefit was originally introduced during the card’s 2021 refresh and rewarded cardholders with a bonus of Ultimate Rewards® equal to 10% of their total purchases […]

Jennae sent us her reader success story where she traveled to Europe in luxury for $4,940 – retail value $44,000! Here’s her story:   I just returned from a 15-day dream European vacation with my family of four, and let me tell you—points and miles absolutely changed the game for us. Here’s a breakdown of […]

Rove just made its rewards program a little more interesting. The company just added Air Canada Aeroplan to its repertoire of transfer partners and launched a 25% transfer bonus to celebrate the addition. If you already use Aeroplan for flight awards, this is your chance to stretch your Rove miles a bit further. The new […]

We love our flexible currencies, and Capital One Venture miles are a favorite, so we wanted to share the real ways you can use them for upcoming travel. Capital One has quietly built one of the best transfer partner lineups in the points-and-miles world.  For Capital One products listed on this page, some of the […]

United MileagePlus® is one of the largest and most accessible airline loyalty programs in the U.S. Whether you’re earning miles through flights, credit cards, or everyday spending, MileagePlus® offers plenty of ways to turn those miles into real travel. But like most airline programs, the value isn’t always obvious. Pricing is dynamic, partner awards follow […]

We love that you can earn huge welcome offers with American Express®. These high-value points allow you to book luxury hotel stays and dreamy business-class flights. The points-earning opportunities are plentiful, and the booking options are even greater. While we love American Express Membership Rewards® and all the wonderful ways to use them, there are […]

IHG One Rewards just launched its new summer promotion, but this time, members will need to make a choice before earning any bonus points. After registering, members can choose between one of two offers: Earn 2,000 bonus points every two qualifying nights Earn 8,000 bonus points every four qualifying nights The promotion is valid for […]

What if you could get elite hotel perks without elite status? In this episode, The Points Talk Squad breaks down two of the most popular luxury hotel booking programs, The Edit by Chase Travel℠ and American Express® Fine Hotels + Resorts®, to help you understand how these premium credit card benefits can unlock elevated travel […]

American Airlines Vacations is back with another bonus miles promotion. And at first glance, it looks like an easy way to earn extra AAdvantage miles on your next trip. But like most vacation package deals, the real question isn’t how many miles you’ll earn. It’s whether booking the bundle will actually save you anything in […]

Hawaii is one of my very favorite travel destinations. It is expensive, but thanks to credit card points and miles, I have been able to return year after year for next to nothing. We’ve previously shared how to use Marriott points to stay in Hawaii as well as Hyatt points. Today, we will show you […]

American Airlines is offering a relatively easy way to pick up 10,000 AAdvantage miles just for enrolling in its business loyalty program. While there are a few eligibility details to keep in mind, this is still one of the simpler bonus opportunities we’ve seen lately. The Offer New members who enroll in the AAdvantage Business […]

Kerry sent us her amazing reader success story to Kenya and the Seychelles! Here it is: My husband and I celebrated our ten-year wedding anniversary (thank you to my amazing parents for watching our kids) on a memorable safari and beach escape. This was our first MAJOR redemption, and it took a good amount of […]

American Express is refreshing its popular mid-tier card for 2026. And like a tiny Christmas miracle, the annual fee is staying the same. The American Express® Gold Card is best known for its strong earning rates on dining and groceries. But with this new update, it’s adding a competitive hotel earning rate and a handful […]

I just got back from the Big Apple, where I celebrated a birthday trip to NYC on points and miles. And no, it wasn’t for me, a friend, my daughters, or any adult—it was for my ten-year-old grandson, Kai, Alex’s son. She and I take her boys to celebrate their tenth birthdays wherever they choose. […]

Booking a flight with kids used to come with a reasonable assumption: you’d be seated together. These days, that’s no longer guaranteed, especially if you’re trying to keep costs down. Between basic economy fares, paid seat selection, and increasingly complex airline policies, you might find your family scattered across the cabin unless you plan ahead. […]

What started as a perfect beach getaway in Roatán quickly turned into something I never expected. Picture this: turquoise water, a warm Caribbean breeze, fresh seafood, and zero responsibilities. It was the kind of trip you daydream about for months. Days were filled with good food, lying by the pool, and massages at the Kimpton […]

Today, we have an increased welcome offer on an IHG One Rewards Credit Card.  IHG is my second-favorite hotel chain. (Have I mentioned that I love the Kimpton Brand?) The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card might be calling your name!    Learn How to Apply bonus_miles_full   By holding this card, you have access […]

Are you dreaming of a family trip to Hawaii? In this episode, Alex and Jess are joined by Megan to share their experience planning a trip to Oahu, Hawaii, using points. From flights to accommodations, they break down how they made this dream vacation affordable and how you can do the same. The Squad walks […]

Many readers want to know more about airline transfer bonuses because these can really help your miles go further. A transfer bonus is when you transfer points from a flexible currency like Chase Ultimate Rewards®, American Express Membership Rewards®, Capital One Venture Miles, or Citi ThankYou® Points to a travel partner, and you receive a […]

I love Air France and KLM for getting to Europe on points and miles! One reason is the Flying Blue Promo Rewards that come out on the first day of every month. Check out my post detailing the four reasons I love Air France. These are such good deals, so I will update this post […]