Award News

Hey awardtrail readers, listen up! Planning a trip to or from Austin, Texas? You're in luck! There's a sweet deal popping up on nonstop flights right now for as low as $109. This is a pretty solid price, especially with summer around the corner, making it a great time to visit. What makes this deal...

Hey awardtrail buddies! Wanna visit the Emerald City without emptying your wallet? There's a fantastic deal popping up for nonstop flights to and from Seattle. We're talking prices as low as $183 for regular economy tickets. The key to finding this sweet deal is using the Matrix Airfare Search by I...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Looking to explore the colorful streets of Lisbon without breaking the bank? The Flight Deal is highlighting some sweet deals on flights to Lisbon, Portugal. While the specifics can shift depending on your exact route, it's worth checking out if you've been dreaming of pastei...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's a decent fare sale going on right now for flights to Athens, Greece. We're seeing prices hovering around $640, which, while not rock-bottom, is a solid price to get you to those ancient ruins and stunning coastlines. This matters because finding affordable flights is...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Great news if you're dreaming of pastel de natas and wandering the charming streets of Lisbon. There's currently a sweet sale going on for flights to Lisbon, Portugal. United and its partner airlines (Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa, and Swiss) are all offering deals. Why sh...

Hey awardtrail readers! Dreaming of pasta, fashion, and Italian charm? Well, listen up! There's a sweet deal going on right now for roundtrip flights to Milan, Italy, clocking in at just around $650. The Flight Deal spotted this, and pricing can wiggle a bit depending on the exact route you pick, so...

Heads up, deal hunters! Dreaming of Hawaiian sunsets and Mai Tais? Right now, there's a fantastic fare sale going on for flights to Maui (OGG). You can snag round-trip tickets for under $300! To find these deals, The Flight Deal recommends using Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software to find the chea...

Heads up, deal hunters! There's a sweet fare popping up for flights to Florence, Italy. The Flight Deal is flagging it as a "good sale," so if Tuscany is on your bucket list, now might be the time to book. Keep in mind that the final price can wiggle a bit depending on the specific flight path you c...

Hey awardtrail fans! Looking for a European getaway without breaking the bank? There's a pretty solid deal popping up for flights to Lisbon, Portugal, with prices hovering around $667. The Flight Deal flagged this, so you know it's worth a peek. What's great about this deal is that the fare include...

Hola, Barcelona! If you've been dreaming of tapas and Gaudi, now might be your chance. The Flight Deal is reporting some sweet deals on flights to Barcelona (BCN) from various US cities, with prices hovering around the $645 mark. That's a pretty solid price, especially since it includes a regular-si...

Hey awardtrail readers! Listen up if you've been dreaming of Pastel de Natas and exploring Lisbon's charming streets. The Flight Deal is flagging some solid fares to Lisbon, Portugal! While the exact price will depend on where you're flying from and your specific route, it's worth checking out if yo...

Hey awardtrail friends, great news for anyone dreaming of pastel de natas and sunny days in Lisbon! The Flight Deal is reporting a price drop on flights to Lisbon, Portugal. While the exact price will depend on your specific route (play around with different departure and arrival cities!), it's wort...

Best Western is bringing back its super generous status match program, and this is HUGE for you, award trail blazer! Basically, if you have elite status with another hotel chain (think Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt), you can likely get matched to a comparable status level with Best Western. The best part?...

Feeling overwhelmed by all the hotel promotions out there? You're not alone! Keeping track of all the different deals from Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, GHA, and more can feel like a full-time job. Luckily, AwardWallet Blog has done the heavy lifting for you. They've compiled a comprehensive list of all ...

Heads up, Charlotte flyers! Capital One just announced they're building a brand-new lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This is awesome news if you're a Capital One cardholder or just passing through Charlotte because Capital One Lounges are known for their premium perks. Why s...

Heads up, United flyers! If you're running low on MileagePlus miles and have a trip in mind, United is offering a promotion where you can buy miles with up to a 100% bonus. This means you could snag miles for as little as 1.88 cents each. The sale runs until January 26, 2026, giving you plenty of ti...

Heads up, Delta loyalists! If you're on the Medallion status grind, Delta's throwing you a bone (a pretty big one, actually). They're offering bonus Medallion Qualifying Dollars (MQDs) when you book rental cars, hotels, and vacation rentals through Delta's own booking platforms. Think of MQDs as the...

Heads up, Alaska Airlines fans! Our team just landed in Seattle and caught Alaska Airlines unveiling their fresh, modern "Global Livery" for their Dreamliner planes. Think sleek, sophisticated, and ready to jet-set around the world. But that's not all – Alaska is seriously investing in the future, ...

Etihad Airways is launching a brand new route between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Charlotte (CLT) starting March 20, 2026. This is a pretty exciting development for a couple of reasons! First, it directly connects two major cultural and business centers, opening up travel and trade opportunities between the...

The PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa card is still offering a fantastic perk in 2026: a $100 annual airline fee credit, and the card itself has *no* annual fee! That's right, you can snag a free $100 towards airline expenses every year just for having the card. This is huge for us award travelers beca...