Award News

Hola, award trail explorers! There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to Valencia, Spain. You can snag tickets for around $667! The price can wiggle a bit depending on the exact route you choose. What makes this deal even better is that the basic fare *includes* seat selection. That means you wo...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Looking for a cheap getaway to South America? We've spotted a sweet deal to Medellin, Colombia for only $344 roundtrip. This is a steal! The Flight Deal found this price using the Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. Keep in mind, this fare is for Basic Economy, so you'll ...

Hey awardtrail readers, dreaming of chocolate, cheese, and stunning Swiss scenery? Then listen up! United and their airline buddies like Air Canada, Lufthansa, and Swiss Air are offering flights to Geneva (GVA) for as low as $652. That's a pretty sweet deal for a European destination that's usually ...

Hey awardtrail blazers! Looking to snag a trip to Dublin without breaking the bank? The Flight Deal is highlighting some sweet fares to the Emerald Isle. Basically, depending on the exact route you choose, you can find some pretty competitive pricing. The key to finding these deals is to use Matrix...

Hey awardtrail readers, wanna visit Middle Earth without emptying your bank account? There's a solid deal popping up for nonstop flights to Auckland, New Zealand. According to the Matrix Airfare Search (a handy tool for finding the best flight prices), you can snag roundtrip tickets in regular econo...

Heads up, deal hunters! The Flight Deal has spotted some seriously low fares to Prague (PRG) – we're talking under $500 roundtrip! According to them, you can find these prices using Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. Keep in mind they are quoting prices for Basic Economy. Why should you care? W...

Headed abroad and dreading those pesky international roaming charges? GigSky might be your new best friend! This eSIM provider offers data plans in over 190 countries, meaning you can skip the hassle of buying a local SIM card every time you land. An eSIM is a digital SIM card that you can download ...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Southwest is making it even easier to snag that coveted Companion Pass, letting you bring a buddy along for (almost) free on your flights! They're rolling out a promo where you can earn *double* Companion Pass qualifying points on select purchases this quarter (through March ...

Capital One cardholders, listen up! Capital One is offering a sweet 15% bonus when you transfer your Capital One miles to Avianca LifeMiles. This promo runs all the way until February 12, 2026, giving you plenty of time to strategize. In essence, for every 1,000 Capital One miles you transfer, you'l...

Hey AwardTrailblazers! Listen up if you're looking to stretch your travel budget because Choice Privileges (that's the rewards program for hotels like Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, and more) is offering a bonus when you buy points. Until January 27, 2026, you can score up to a 40% bonus on purchased poi...

Hey AwardTrailblazers, listen up! Chase is dishing out some sweet, targeted bonus offers for their co-branded credit cards in Q1 2026. That means you could snag up to 10,000 bonus points or a whopping 7X rewards on everyday spending categories like groceries, gas, or dining. Think of all the extra p...

Hey AwardTrailblazers, wanna unlock some *extra* savings on your next trip? Citi has a program called "Citi Merchant Offers" that's kinda like Amex Offers or Chase Offers. Basically, you can snag cashback deals on everyday purchases, including travel-related expenses, just by using your Citi credit ...

Great news for Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members! You can now earn Alaska miles when you fly with ITA Airways, the Italian airline based in Rome. While this is currently just an "earn-only" partnership (meaning you can't redeem Alaska miles for ITA flights, *yet*), it's still a fantastic developm...

Hold on to your hats, budget travelers! Allegiant and Sun Country are officially tying the knot, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2026. While it might seem like a behind-the-scenes business move, this merger could have a ripple effect on your travel plans, especially if you're l...

Ready to boost your points stash and pad your savings? This week is bursting with opportunities! Chase has brought back the popular Marriott Bonvoy Boundless offer, where you can snag five free night certificates (worth up to 50,000 points each!). Wells Fargo is upping the ante on their no-annual-fe...

Chase is offering a $400 bonus for opening a new Total Checking account, and it might be worth a look! To snag the bonus, you need to deposit $1,000 or more via direct deposit within 90 days of opening the account. The offer is available nationwide, both online and in-branch, and expires in April 20...

Hot off the presses! Hyatt is offering a super-sweet status challenge, but there's a catch: it's primarily aimed at corporate travelers. Basically, if your company is part of the program, you can snag Hyatt Explorist status for 90 days just by registering. The real kicker? Stay 10 nights during that...

Heads up, Amex cardholders! Check your Amex Offers (log into your Amex account online or in the app) because some of you might have a sweet deal waiting for you at GoPuff. The offer gives you either a $10 statement credit after spending $30, and you can do this three times for a total of $30 back! O...

Firstrade is back with a sweet deal for your retirement savings! Through January 31, 2026, they're offering a 3% contribution match for new IRA contributions made within 30 days, plus a 2% bonus if you transfer your IRA from another brokerage, with a maximum bonus of $20,000. This is basically free ...

Heads up, savvy savers! Robinhood is back with a tempting offer to boost your retirement nest egg. From now until April 30, 2026, you can score a bonus by rolling over your existing IRA or 401(k) to Robinhood. New contributions earn a solid 3% match, while transfers get you 2%. Now, before you jump...