Award News

PenFed is offering a sweet $300 bonus for opening a new checking account, but there are a few hoops to jump through, so let's break it down. To snag the full $300, you need to deposit and maintain a $20,000 balance in the account until January 31, 2026. A smaller $225 bonus is available for maintain...

Big news for Hyatt loyalists! It looks like Chase and Hyatt are deepening their partnership, meaning we can expect to see *more* Hyatt credit cards hitting the market in the future. This is fantastic news because it gives us more opportunities to earn Hyatt points and snag those free nights at amazi...

Hot off the press: United Federal Credit Union (UFCU) is now offering a sweet 5% APY (Annual Percentage Yield, basically the interest you earn) on their Ultra Checking account, up from a previous 3%! That's a pretty impressive rate these days, making it worth a look if you're chasing higher returns ...

Hey Award Trailblazers, listen up! The Flight Deal just spotted a super sweet deal for those of you looking to soak up the Florida sun without breaking the bank. You can snag nonstop flights to and from Fort Lauderdale for as low as $127! This is a fantastic opportunity to escape the cold or plan t...

Heads up, deal hunters! The Flight Deal has spotted some potentially great fares to Singapore. We're talking about a possible sale, so if the Lion City has been on your bucket list, now might be the time to pounce. They're teasing sample dates around late January and early February of 2026 (yes, tha...

Hey awardtrail blazers! Dreaming of turquoise waters and Dutch Caribbean vibes? Well, you might want to check out this sweet deal The Flight Deal just highlighted. Delta's got roundtrip flights to Curacao for as low as $348! This is a fantastic price for getting to this beautiful island. Plus, and ...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Looking for a great deal on a trip to Hong Kong? United is offering roundtrip flights for as low as $924! That's a solid price for a long-haul flight, but the real kicker is this: it's a regular economy fare. Why does that matter? Because unlike basic economy (the super-stri...

Hey awardtrail readers, listen up! There's a solid deal popping up to Nairobi, Kenya! While the exact price depends on your specific route, it's worth checking out if you've been dreaming of safaris and exploring East Africa. Why should you care? Well, flights to Africa can often be pricey, so any ...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's a sweet spot happening right now for flights to Honolulu (HNL). The Flight Deal is reporting that you can snag round-trip tickets for under $500! We're talking regular economy fares here, so no need to jump through hoops for basic economy restrictions. To find this d...

Heads up, deal hunters! The Flight Deal just spotted some super cheap flights to and from New York City. We're talking as low as $227 roundtrip! These fares are showing up on the Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. What does this mean for you? This is a Basic Economy fare, so be aware of the res...

Heads up, sun-seekers! Alaska Airlines is offering a sweet deal to and from Palm Springs, with fares starting at just $199 roundtrip. This isn't some bare-bones, ultra-low-cost carrier situation either. This fare includes your standard seat assignment and the ability to bring a normal-sized carry-on...

Heads up, Florida flyers (or aspiring Florida vacationers)! The Flight Deal is reporting a sweet sale on flights to and from Fort Lauderdale (FLL). We're talking prices starting around $109. Now, before you pack your bags, it's for Basic Economy, which means you’ll likely pay extra for things like c...

Hey awardtrail readers, ready for a steal? There's currently a sweet deal popping up for flights to Taipei, Taiwan! This isn't some basic, bare-bones fare either; we're talking about a regular economy ticket that *includes* two checked bags. How often do you see that these days? Why should you care...

Hey awardtrail readers, listen up! There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to Taipei, Taiwan. We're talking regular economy, nothing fancy, BUT the kicker is that it includes TWO checked bags. In a world where airlines nickel and dime you for everything, this is a pretty significant perk. Why s...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Looking to explore the Alaskan wilderness without emptying your wallet? There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to and from Anchorage – we're talking around $386! That's a pretty solid price for getting to the land of glaciers and grizzlies. Why should you care? Well, ch...

Heads up, deal hunters! If you've been dreaming of sipping port wine in Portugal, now might be the time to book. The Flight Deal is reporting some sweet fares to Porto (OPO) for under $700 roundtrip. While the exact price will depend on your specific travel dates and routing, this is still a fantast...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's a pretty sweet fare popping up for flights to Taipei (TPE) right now. This isn't some super-restrictive basic economy either. We're talking a regular economy ticket, which means you get to bring TWO checked bags *and* a normal-sized carry-on without extra fees. Why i...

Alright awardtrail followers, listen up! If you've been dreaming of Viennese pastries and classical music, now's your chance. The Flight Deal has spotted some seriously cheap flights to Vienna, Austria, clocking in at around $485. This is a steal! Now, a little heads up: The base price they're seei...

Heads up, award travelers! You can now use your American Airlines AAdvantage miles to book flights on JetSMART, a budget airline that's making waves in South America. This is great news if you're looking to explore destinations like Chile, Argentina, or Peru without breaking the bank. JetSMART often...

Heads up, U.S. Bank cardholders! Mark your calendars because Double Bonus Days are coming later this month. This means you can snag up to a whopping 9X rewards on your purchases. How? By shopping through the U.S. Bank Shopping Deals platform or using other cash-back offers you find in their mobile a...