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So, you're eyeing that IHG Silver Elite status? Here's the lowdown: honestly, it's the bare minimum of elite perks, but it's super easy to snag and a good starting point. Basically, you'll get a 20% bonus on points earned during your stays. And a nice perk is your IHG points won't expire as long as ...

Looking to boost your cash-back game? The American Express Blue Cash Preferred card is making waves, and for good reason! It's packed with earning categories that can really add up, especially if you're a grocery shopper. AwardWallet Blog just posted a comprehensive review, breaking down whether thi...

Okay, award travelers, listen up! If you have The Business Platinum Card from American Express, you already know it's packed with perks. But let's talk about one of the BEST: getting 35% of your points back when you use them to book flights through the Amex Travel portal with your selected airline. ...

Heads up, award travelers! AwardWallet just dropped a seriously cool tool to help you maximize your hotel points: the Hotel Research Tool. Forget endless searching and comparing redemption rates – this baby lets you quickly see which hotel loyalty program offers the best bang for your buck at your c...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! American Express is offering a targeted Amex Offer that can save you some serious cash on your next luxury hotel stay. Check your Amex Offers (log into your Amex account and scroll down to the "Amex Offers & Benefits" section) to see if you’re eligible for a one-time $1...

Wings Credit Union is offering a $300 bonus for opening a new checking account, but there are a few hoops to jump through and, crucially, it's only available in specific counties in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Florida, and Georgia. To snag the bonus, you'll need to use the promo code WINGS25, en...

Heads up, awardtrail readers in specific parts of New York and Pennsylvania! First Heritage Federal Credit Union is offering a cool $100 bonus for opening a new APEX Rewards Checking Account. Now, before you get too excited, this deal is only available if you live, work, worship, or attend school in...

Heads up, Ohio residents! Treadwell Credit Union is offering a super straightforward $100 bonus for opening a new checking account. If you live, work, or go to school in certain Ohio counties (Montgomery, Miami, Greene, Clark, Champaign, Butler, Warren, Darke, Preble, or Shelby), this is a super eas...

Hey Award Trail blazers! Want to pad your travel fund with an easy $500? First Bank (Myfirstbank), is offering a sweet bonus for new checking account customers in Florida, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Just open either a Basic or Relationship Checking Account, and set up a direct deposit of at least...

Westmark Credit Union is offering a sweet $250 bonus for new checking accounts, and it's back on the table with no stated end date! If you live in Idaho, this is an easy win. You'll get $150 just for opening an account. The remaining $100 comes after you deposit $1,000 or more and make 15 transactio...

Hey AwardTrailblazers, listen up! For those of you who love your Lululemon gear (and who doesn't?), Rakuten is bringing back its sweet 15x rewards offer on November 8, 2025! That means you'll earn 15 times the usual Rakuten rewards (or 15% cashback) on all your Lululemon purchases made through the R...

Hey awardtrail readers, fancy a trip to Peru? The Flight Deal has spotted some seriously cheap flights to Lima (LIM) from various US cities! We're talking just over $400 roundtrip. That's an awesome deal if you've been dreaming of Machu Picchu or just want to explore a vibrant South American city. ...

Heads up, deal hunters! If you're dreaming of tapas and exploring the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, you're in luck. The Flight Deal has spotted some seriously cheap flights to Bilbao, Spain, for under $600 roundtrip in regular economy. This is a steal because flights to Europe, especially to cool citie...

Hey awardtrail fam! Heard about this sweet deal and had to share. If you're dreaming of visiting New Delhi, India, now's your chance to snag a nonstop flight for around $730. That's a fantastic price for a long-haul, direct flight, meaning less travel time and more time exploring! Why does this mat...

Hey awardtrail readers, ready for a getaway to the Philippines? We've spotted a solid deal to Manila (MNL) that's worth a look, especially if you're like me and never seem to pack light. What makes this deal stand out? It's a standard economy fare, but get this – it includes TWO checked bags! That'...

Heads up, deal hunters! The Flight Deal just spotted some seriously sweet roundtrip fares to and from Las Vegas, clocking in at around $221 for regular economy. Why should you care? Well, if you've been itching for a Vegas getaway – whether it's hitting the casinos, catching a show, or exploring th...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's a solid sale happening right now for flights to New Delhi, India. You can snag roundtrip tickets for as low as $682 in regular economy. That's a pretty sweet price considering how far you're flying. Why should you care? Well, if New Delhi is on your travel bucket lis...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's currently a sweet spot for nonstop flights to Copenhagen (CPH) floating around, clocking in at just around $512. That's a pretty solid price for a direct flight to a cool European capital, especially if you're looking to escape for a quick getaway or a longer adventur...

Hola, Barcelona! There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to Barcelona, Spain, and you might be able to snag a roundtrip ticket for under $600. The Flight Deal spotted these fares, but keep in mind that prices can fluctuate based on your exact travel dates and the airline. Why should you care? W...

Heads up, sunshine seekers! There's a sweet deal popping up for nonstop flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico. You can snag roundtrip tickets for as low as $274 in regular economy. That's a pretty fantastic price for a direct flight, especially if you're itching for some beaches, history, and delicious f...