Award News

Heads up, Austin travelers! The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet nonstop fares to and from Austin for just $267. This isn't some bare-bones basic economy deal either; this fare includes your standard seat assignment and carry-on allowance. That means no surprise baggage fees or getting stuck in th...

Hey awardtrail fam, looking for a cheap getaway that's a little off the beaten path? Then listen up! The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet fares to Guatemala City (GUA) for as low as $257. We're talking regular economy here, so you can bring your carry-on without any of those pesky basic economy re...

Hey awardtrail readers, fancy a trip to the land of kilts, bagpipes, and maybe even Nessie? There's a solid deal floating around to Inverness, Scotland (INV), the perfect starting point for exploring the Scottish Highlands. You can snag flights for around $738, and the best part? That price includes...

Alright, adventure junkies, listen up! The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet fares to Kathmandu, Nepal. We're talking potentially serious savings on flights to a destination that's usually pretty pricey. They've highlighted a sample date in late September 2026, but you'll want to click through and ...

Hey Award Trailblazers, listen up! Planning a trip to the land of theme parks and sunshine? The Flight Deal just spotted some sweet roundtrip flights to and from Orlando (MCO) for under $300. We're talking regular economy fares here, folks! This is excellent news if you're flexible with your travel ...

Heads up, Boston-bound bargain hunters! The Flight Deal just flagged some seriously cheap flights to and from Boston. We're talking around $278 for regular economy tickets. This is great news if you're planning a trip to Beantown and want to save your travel budget for lobster rolls and Fenway Park ...

Heads up, award trail blazers! Planning a trip to beautiful Da Nang, Vietnam? There's some fantastic news that'll save you both time and money. Vietnam just launched a new e-Visa system, and it's a game-changer compared to other visa options. Why should you care? Well, previously getting a visa for...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Looking for a getaway with Southern charm? There's a pretty decent sale popping up for flights to and from Charleston, South Carolina! The exact price can wiggle around a bit depending on which route you pick, so it's worth playing around with your origin city if you're flexi...

Hey AwardTrail blazers! Got a stash of Virgin Points burning a hole in your pocket? Virgin Red just dropped a cool promo that lets you snag award nights at select Virgin Hotels in the U.S. for as little as 20,000 points a night. Why should you care? Well, if you've been eyeing a stylish getaway, th...

So, Citi's got some seriously flexible rules when it comes to switching between their credit cards, and that's awesome news for us travel hackers! Basically, if you're not loving your current Citi card (maybe the annual fee is too steep, or you're not using the benefits), you've got options. You can...

Heads up, Hyatt fans! Nobody wants to see their hard-earned World of Hyatt points disappear, and luckily, Hyatt makes it pretty easy to keep them active. Unlike some programs with stricter rules, Hyatt points expire after a generous 24 months of inactivity. So, what counts as "activity"? Earning or...

Great news for Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders! You now get complimentary Leaders Club Sterling status, which is the top-tier elite status for Leading Hotels of the World. This is a fantastic perk if you enjoy staying at independent luxury hotels, as Leading Hotels boasts over 400 pr...

Hey AwardTrailblazers! Want to become a true award travel ninja? Then you NEED to know about ExpertFlyer. It's basically a super-powered tool that gives you insider access to things airlines usually keep hidden. We're talking about peeking at real-time seat maps, finding elusive award availability (...

Heads up, deal hunters! Amazon's playing Santa early by offering a sneaky discount on Mastercard e-gift cards. You can snag a $100 Mastercard e-gift card for slightly less than its face value. Why should you care? Basically, it's like free money! If you shop at Amazon anyway (who doesn't?), you're ...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! Staples is running their popular promotion where they waive the purchase fee on Visa gift cards. This means you can buy gift cards without paying the usual activation fee, essentially getting them at face value. The current deal is valid from December 14th to December 2...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! If you recently snagged a sweet bonus for opening a Chase Business checking account, you might have noticed a surprise debit. Chase is apparently withholding 24% of the bonus amount to cover estimated IRS taxes. So, if you scored that $500 bonus, expect to see around $1...

Hey Award Trailblazers! Heads up – there's a sweet deal happening over at Giftcards.com that could save you some serious cash on everyday eats. Right now, you can snag a 10% discount when you buy three gift cards from a bunch of popular spots like Starbucks, Chipotle, Panera, and even McDonald's. W...

Heads up, deal hunters! Dollar General is offering a sweet discount of 20% off select gift cards on December 19th (that's tomorrow!). The lucky brands included are Uber/Uber Eats, Buffalo Wild Wings, Darden (think Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, etc.), and Bath & Body Works. Why should you care?...

Heads up, deal hunters! Office Depot/OfficeMax is running a promotion where you can snag $15 off when you buy $300 worth of Mastercard gift cards. This deal is back from December 14th to December 20th, so don't wait too long. It's only valid in-store, and there's a limit of one per household/busines...

Get ready to boost your points stash! Chase just announced the Q1 2026 bonus categories for the Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex cards, and they're pretty tasty. We're talking 5% cash back or 5x points per dollar on up to $1,500 in spending at restaurants, with Norwegian Cruise Lines and the American ...