Pointify News Desk
Transfer bonuses, devaluations, mistake fares, and fresh award space — the day’s points-and-miles news, pulled live from the sources we read all day.
American Express has added UPS as an eligible merchant for the Business Gold Card’s monthly $20 Flexible Business Credit, replacing FedEx as of October 2026.
American Airlines will build a 40,000-square-foot Admirals Club, its largest ever, plus a new Flagship Lounge at Charlotte Douglas Airport.
Construction starts this year on an atrium lounge larger than American’s planned DFW club. I reported the 40,000 square foot proposal in 2023—and Charlotte’s crowded concourses and inadequate clubs have only made it more necessary.
United is adding 18 Newark routes, with seasonal Europe and the A321XLR driving its latest international expansion.
San Francisco's flight map is being rebalanced as Alaska Airlines reallocates jets and expands its daily capacity to Kona and Lihue.
The IHG One Rewards Credit Card has no annual fee and offers IHG perks. See its benefits, earning rates and welcome offer to decide if it fits your needs.
Chase has published the full list of its Q4 2026 Pay Yourself Back categories for both Chase-branded and co-branded cards.
Learn how to earn Wyndham Rewards points through hotel stays, credit cards, transfers, dining, rental cars and other partners.
The Aeroplan eStore’s Amazon Prime Big Deal Days promotion offers up to 10x points, or up to 12x with Aeroplan Elite Status, which is an easy way to pad your balance.
In addition to the Amex Offer on targeted Marriott personal cards that’s offering +4 bonus points at US supermarkets, Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® cardholders are being targeted with an Amex Offer that’s giving 5,000 bonus points when spending $3,000 or more on all eligible spend. You can take advantage of this offer up to […] Frequent Miler may receive compensation from CHASE. American Express, Capital One, or other partners.
A Delta Air Lines passenger says he was asked to give up his seat so a couple could sit together, declined after seeing the replacement, and was eventually removed from the flight after recording the dispute. Delta says he failed to follow crew instructions. I understand that passengers cannot simply ignore flight attendants, but I […]
How to redeem Bilt Cash for Blade's 5-minute helicopter transfer between Manhattan and JFK, turning a cash-only splurge into a zero-dollar ride.
Attention, Seattle travelers: Delta wants your business … and it’s coming after Alaska Airlines to get it. Book by Thursday, and you can score steep discounts on economy and Delta … Continued
From the best mid-tier hotel status to a fifth night free on awards and an excellent policy on sharing your points with others, there's a lot to love about the Hilton Honors program. Here are nine of our favorite benefits and reasons the program continues to deliver strong value for travelers.
The Stay Vancouver promotion is back, offering up to $250 in prepaid Mastercard gift cards for two-night stays at participating Vancouver hotels.
Navi Mumbai says it has capacity, infrastructure, a transit hotel, a road network to reach the airport. What it needs now is international passengers.
Alaska is a cruise destination with a limited season. Each month has its advantages, from discounted pricing to abundant wildlife. Here is a guide to help you decide when to cruise in Alaska.
Dreamliner rotations and geopolitical pressure have collided on a long Toronto-Gulf link, forcing a schedule reshuffle.
Graphics shared by JonNYC show a push for more than 20 installations a week across 17 maintenance stations. United is accelerating its mainline rollout while Delta’s Amazon agreement calls for an initial 500 aircraft with installation starting in 2028—at the earliest.
British Airways has revealed a portfolio of improvements coming for premium passengers traveling through Heathrow
Air Canada is closing its domestic Maple Leaf Lounge at Vancouver International Airport on October 14, 2026. The last date to use it is October 13. The lounge is renovated and is scheduled to reopen in early 2028. Lounge-eligible passengers can use two Air Canada […]
Happy Amazon Prime Day to all who celebrate. We’ve got a roundup of all the travel gear deals worth your attention – like record-low prices on Bose’s QuietComfort headphones. Also … Continued
Next summer, United Airlines will land in Flagstaff, Arizona — the most convenient airport to both the Grand Canyon and Sedona.
Was the 747 the aircraft that began the quad jet era? Or was it another airliner that broke records well before the jumbo took to the skies?
It seems less really is more. British Airways is removing dozens of seats from its A380s in pursuit of higher-value capacity.
If you have a Marriott credit card, check your Amex Offers as there’s a targeted offer giving +4 Marriott Bonvoy points for every dollar spent at US supermarkets. The Deal Get +4 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points on purchases at US supermarkets with a targeted Amex Offer. Key Terms Expires January 31, 2027. Limit of 5,000 […] Frequent Miler may receive compensation from CHASE. American Express, Capital One, or other partners.
An American Airlines passenger says she paid extra for a better seat, only to spend the flight pressed against a large seatmate who occupied part of her space. I’ve written about passengers of size many times, and my position is unchanged: if you take up more than one seat, you need to pay for it. […]
If it's time to apply for the Capital One Venture Rewards, you’ll want to review the eligibility criteria first to ensure you have a chance for approval.
Lufthansa has once against tightened the screws on its pricing, increasing the fuel surcharges on Award and Revenue Tickets across the board,impacting all travelers including those seeking to redeem miles. This marks the third time in 2026 that Lufthansa has increased the fuel surcharge and […]
The easiest way to earn a big sum of United MileagePlus miles without paying an annual fee is by applying for the United Gateway℠ Card. Right now, this card comes with an elevated welcome offer worth up to 50,000 bonus miles after qualifying activities. Here are the details.
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