Virgin Atlantic Ups The Ante In India, As The World Dials In

This week, Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying to India. In Virgin fashion, it’s doing so in style, with a joint announcement among partners Delta... The post

Avianca LifeMiles 15% Transfer Bonus From Amex

Avianca LifeMiles is running a 15% transfer bonus for points transferred from AMEX

Avid hiker? Get 50% back on an AllTrails subscription with a targeted Amex Offer

Are you an avid hiker? If so, you’re likely familiar with AllTrails.com which is an excellent resource for hiking trails not only in the US, but worldwide too. AllTrails has a free membership which provides a lot of information that you might need whe

The Good, the Bad and the Downright Ugly Truth About Facebook Cruise Groups

When it comes to seeking out information on their upcoming voyages, cruisers have a whole lot of options. Most are literally at their fingertips, given the vast amount of information that can be found on the internet. For many, Facebook has — for all its flaws

New Partnership: AwardHack Pro for AwardFares Members

We’re excited to announce our newest partnership with AwardHack, a toolkit built for exactly the kind of traveler who uses AwardFares.

Why Royal Caribbean Is Reassigning Cabins on This Alaska Sailing

The Extra Mile, July 7: Capital One’s Case for Respect, Big Transfer Bonuses & Avios Math That Actually Pays

Tuesday, July 7 In today's newsletter we give Capital One its flowers, take a look at some of the best (currently available) transfer bonuses, crunch the numbers on &#8220;Avios &#038; &#8230; <a href="https://thriftytraveler.com/newsletters/extra-mile/july-7-

Chick-fil-A: Spot The Cows Game (Free Medium Waffle Fries)

Chick-fil-A is offering a free game called 'spot the cows'. Seems everybody gets a free medium waffle fries for playing. Valid until July 13, 2026

W South Beach is leaving Marriott for Hilton — and reflagging to a major luxury brand

The iconic South Beach hotel will close in August and reopen next year under Hilton.

Lyft’s Patent Describes Charging Riders Based On Their “Willingness To Pay” – Why I Think It Could Be Illegal

A recent investigation from Consumer Reports details how Uber and Lyft use AI to get more money out of you and charge different prices for the same ride. It’s an interesting read.  Lyft’s patents go much further, outlining “sensitivity” scores and models, whi…

(Amazing 100K Offer!) Q&A on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

🔥 Exciting New Offer! The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Credit Card is currently offering an incredible 100,000 points bonus when you spend $5,000 in 3 months from account opening! The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is our favorite beginner card! In our opinion

JetBlue Keeps TSA Fees It Must Refund After Award Tickets Are Canceled — Judge Lets Passengers Sue

JetBlue keeps TSA fees it must refund when award tickets are canceled, offering travel credits instead. A judge rejected its preemption defense and let passengers’ lawsuit move forward.

What's in Our Wallets? The 2026 Prince of Travel Team Card Lineup

Our team's credit card strategy has evolved significantly. Here's what we're actively using, what's collecting dust, and what might not survive the year.

New Centurion Lounge Access Rules Now Live (Same Flight, 5 Hours Max On Layovers)

According to information shared with TPG, American Express will make changes to Centurion Lounge access starting on July 8, 2026

Marriott Bonvoy 5% To 10% Flash Points Devaluation

Marriott has been super busy lately, devaluing its points and raiding the program fund to the extent that some hotels in the US are revolting (read more here). Apparently, there has been an additional 5%-10% Flash Devaluation over the weekend, as some Chinese

Schengen Flights Within Europe: Logistics Explained

The logistics surrounding travel can be complicated, especially when it comes to traveling internationally. In this post, I want to talk a bit about the Schengen Area, and the implications of this for travelers. I know that for some people, this will be super

New Southwest Promotion for 30% Bonus Points on Credit Card Spending Through September 30

Southwest Airlines is offering 30% bonus points when spending on your Southwest credit card over the next few months. There is a minimum spending requirement attached to this offer, though, and it ends on September 30. However, you&#8217;ll earn more...

Delta Amex Cards Offer Valuable Travel Benefits This Summer

Delta Air Lines limited-time offers now available through July 15, 2026

Ultimate Guide To Emirates Skywards

Emirates is known for its ultra-luxury first class product and features a not-as-well known loyalty program that has some interesting use cases

This Is The Summer To Tick Santorini Off The Bucket List

Santorini has been overcrowded in recent years, but a quiet season means it&#8217;s the perfect time to grab a bargain, or a better experience. It&#8217;s June,... The post