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Select users are now getting early access to their referral links. You can check your Wallet tab to see if you have access. For every successful referral, you'll earn 2,500 Bilt Points when your friend gets the Bilt Card. 💳 #bilt #biltrewards #travelrewards #creditcards #points #referralprogram #awardtrail

Starting now, you’ll likely see a $5 to $10 increase depending on when you pay and where you’re flying. While a few extra dollars might not seem like much, it adds up fast for families and frequent flyers. The good news? You don’t have to pay them. Here is how to skip the extra charges: 💳 Hold the Right Credit Card: Most United co-branded cards give you the first checked bag for free. 🎖️ Leverage Elite Status: Even entry-level Premier Silver status gets you a free bag. 🎒 Master the Carry-On: If you can fit it in the overhead, you keep that cash in your pocket. 📱 Pre-pay: If you must check a bag, paying at least 24 hours in advance is usually cheaper than paying at the airport. Want to stay ahead of the curve and travel more for less? Visit awardtrail for more tips and tricks on navigating airline changes! #UnitedAirlines #TravelHacks #AwardTravel #BudgetTravel #FlightFees #TravelTips #awardtrail #PointsAndMiles

it’s official: American Express is losing Etihad Guest as a Membership Rewards transfer partner, effective June 30, 2026. This isn't just a devaluation—it's a complete removal. If you’re planning a trip with Etihad points, you’ll have to act before that date. The good news? You still have options! Capital One, Bilt, and Citi ThankYou all maintain a 1:1 transfer rate, and we may still see transfer bonuses from them. Will other partners follow Amex’s lead? Stay tuned to awardtrail.com for all the breaking news, points strategy, and travel hacks.

Big news for United fans! ✈️ United is making massive shifts to the MileagePlus program, and it all comes down to one thing: having the right card in your wallet. Starting today, United is rewarding cardholders like never before: 🔹 Earn More: Cardholders earn up to 2x more miles than non-cardholders on flights. 🔹 Save More: Get 10% off award tickets (15% if you have Premier status!). 📉 🔹 Exclusive Access: Cardholders now get access to Saver Award inventory in Polaris Business Class—previously a perk for high-tier elites only! The catch? If you don’t have a card, earning just got a lot harder (including NO miles on Basic Economy tickets). Are these changes a win or a loss for your travel strategy? Let’s talk in the comments! 👇 #UnitedAirlines #MileagePlus #TravelHacks #AwardTravel #CreditCardRewards #UnitedClub #TravelNews

Whether you’re scaling your business or planning your next family getaway, Atmos Rewards just dropped two of the most powerful welcome offers we’ve seen this year. Both the Business Rewards and Ascent Personal cards are currently offering a massive 85,000 bonus points plus the legendary $99 Companion Fare! ✈️ The Atmos Business Rewards Offer: Bonus: 85,000 points + $99 Companion Fare. Requirement: Spend $4,500+ in the first 120 days. Perks: Free checked bags for you and 6 guests, preferred boarding, and 3x points on Alaska & Hawaiian Airlines. 🌟 The Atmos Ascent Personal Offer: Bonus: 85,000 points + $99 Companion Fare. Requirement: Spend $4,500+ in the first 120 days. Perks: Anniversary Companion Fare (after $6k spend), 2x points on gas, transit, and streaming, plus that 10% BofA relationship bonus! 🌍 Why Atmos Points? Atmos points are your ticket to the oneworld® Alliance. Use them for lie-flat business class to Europe or short-haul hops across North America starting at just 4,500 points. 🗺️ Which one fits your strategy? Check out our deep dive into the math and see how to maximize these 85k points at awardtrail.com. 🔗👇