The pulse of points and miles.
Heads up, savvy travelers planning a trip to Hanoi! There's a new e-Visa system in place for Vietnam, and it's a game-changer. "The Flight Deal" flagged a great airfare sale to Hanoi and also mentioned this convenient visa option, which is fantastic news if you're looking to explore this amazing des...
Hey awardtrail readers, ready for a getaway that won't break the bank? There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to Guatemala City (GUA) from various US cities, and we're talking prices as low as $262 roundtrip! This is for a regular economy fare, so you won't have to worry about tiny personal ite...
Hey awardtrail readers! Fancy some sun, sand, and pura vida without breaking the bank? There's currently a sweet deal floating around for flights to Guanacaste, Costa Rica. We're seeing prices as low as $364 roundtrip. Now, Guanacaste is known for its beautiful beaches, surfing, and eco-adventures, ...
Hey awardtrail blazers! Looking for a deal to Hong Kong? United Airlines is offering roundtrip flights for around $778. But here's the kicker: this isn't some bare-bones "basic economy" fare. This is a regular economy ticket, which means you get TWO checked bags included in the price, plus a carry-o...
Heads up, deal hunters! United Airlines is offering round-trip flights to Quito, Ecuador, for as low as $523. This is a solid price for a trip to South America, especially since it includes a checked bag and a carry-on – no need to stress about extra fees right off the bat! Why should you care? Wel...
Hey AwardTrail Blazers! Dreaming of ramen, snow festivals, and maybe even a little skiing? Then listen up! There's a potentially great deal popping up for flights to Sapporo, Japan. The Flight Deal spotted it, and while they only mention a sample date way out in April 2026 (yes, 2026!), it's worth d...
Heads up, U.S. Bank Cash+ cardholders! It's time to lock in your 5% bonus categories for the last quarter of 2025 (October through December). This card is pretty sweet because *you* get to pick which categories earn you the most rewards. So, instead of being stuck with whatever the bank decides, you...
Heads up, fellow travel enthusiasts! Marriott's co-branded credit cards are currently sporting some seriously tempting welcome offers. We're talking potential bonuses of up to 125,000 Bonvoy points *plus* a free night award after hitting the required spending. Why should you care? Well, if you've g...
Hilton's back with another points sale, and this one's a doozy! You can snag Hilton Honors points with up to an 80% bonus, dropping the price to just 0.56 cents per point. Now, buying points isn't always the smartest move, but this deal can unlock some serious savings, especially if you're eyeing th...
Heads up, Platinum Cardholders! Amex just seriously upped the ante with the Platinum Card's hotel credit. You can now snag up to $600 annually towards hotel stays. This is a huge jump in value and makes that annual fee sting a little less, right? So, how do you actually use this sweet perk? The Awa...
Marriott Bonvoy's terms and conditions are longer than the U.S. Constitution—seriously! And Marriott quietly tweaks them all the time. While they don't always announce these changes with fanfare, AwardWallet Blog has done the digging for you and compiled the important updates from the last few month...
Hey AwardTrail readers! Want to seriously boost your miles and points balances? Right now, several loyalty programs are offering bonuses when you transfer points from major credit card programs. Think of it as free money (well, almost!). Basically, instead of transferring your points at a 1:1 ratio...
Hey award trail blazers! Guess what? Delta's playing a fun game in October 2025, and you can totally win. They're scheduling their fancy international planes – the ones with lie-flat Delta One business class seats – on a TON of domestic routes. We're talking over 50 flights a day, covering 56 differ...
Verizon's rolling out some tempting offers for new home internet customers, and savvy travelers should pay attention! They're dangling free Nintendo Switches, $250 Amazon gift cards, and even $200 Verizon gift cards to lure you in. Before you jump, though, there's a catch: you typically need to keep...
Heads up, awardtrail readers! If you're looking for some travel entertainment or inspiration on the cheap, Audible's offering a sweet deal right now. You can snag three months of their Premium Plus subscription for just $0.99 a month. That’s a steal compared to the usual $14.95! Why should you care...
Heads up, awardtrail readers! There's a recurring deal popping up where you can snag $10 off a $100 Visa or Mastercard gift card at grocery stores. This offer is back, but it's only valid for a short window, ending on October 4th, 2025, and it's only for Visa this time. Previously, it was available ...
