Award News

Hey awardtrail blazers! If Lisbon's been on your mind, now might be the time to book! The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet deals to Lisbon, Portugal. While the exact price will wiggle a bit depending on the specific flights you choose, it's generally a good opportunity to snag a less expensive fli...

Hey awardtrail readers, dream of exploring the bustling streets of Manila without breaking the bank? The Flight Deal has spotted a potential price drop on flights to the Philippines! While they only highlight a sample date in February 2026, it's worth checking your preferred travel dates to see if ...

Hey awardtrail readers! Dreaming of Hawaiian sunsets without breaking the bank? There are some potentially sweet flight deals to and from Maui (OGG) floating around. The Flight Deal spotted fares around $479 for regular economy tickets. Why should you care? Well, Maui's gorgeous, but it can be pric...

Hey awardtrail blazers! Looking for a getaway to Taipei without breaking the bank? The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet deals on roundtrip economy flights. The best part? You get TWO checked bags included! That's right, bring all the souvenirs you want. This is a straightforward economy fare, mea...

Heads up, fellow travel hackers! There's currently a sweet deal floating around to Rome, Italy from several US cities. You can snag roundtrip flights for under $700 on United and its Star Alliance partners like Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa, and Swiss. The exact price will depend on where you're f...

Hey awardtrail readers, wanna spice up your next vacation without emptying your wallet? The Flight Deal has spotted some sweet fares to Medellin, Colombia, for under $400! We're talking round-trip flights, making that Colombian coffee and vibrant culture more accessible than ever. This is a regular...

Heads up, deal hunters! If you've been dreaming of pasta and fashion in Milan, now might be your chance. The Flight Deal has spotted some seriously cheap flights to Milan, Italy, from various US cities for under $500 roundtrip. They're finding these fares using the Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Softw...

Hey awardtrail readers, fancy a trip to Lyon, France? Right now, you can snag flights for around $613 on United and its partner airlines like Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa, and Swiss Air. That's a pretty sweet deal for a regular economy fare to a city known for its amazing food and history. Why s...

Hey awardtrail readers! Wanna escape to the Big Apple without breaking the bank? There's a sweet deal going on right now for nonstop flights to and from New York City for only $257. This isn't some basic economy nightmare either! We're talking a regular economy fare, which means you'll likely be ab...

Heads up, deal hunters! United is offering roundtrip flights to Hong Kong for as low as $789. That's a solid price for a trip to Asia, and the best part? It's not a basic economy fare. This means you get to check *two* bags for free, plus bring a normal-sized carry-on. No need to stress about fitti...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! There's a potentially sweet fare deal popping up to Grand Cayman. If you're dreaming of those turquoise waters and rum punches, now might be the time to start looking. The Flight Deal spotted these deals, so be sure to check out fares from your departure city. They rec...

Hey awardtrail readers, bargain hunters assemble! The Flight Deal has spotted some potentially sweet deals to Manila, Philippines. While the post is light on specifics (literally only mentioning one sample date in February 2026!), it's worth keeping an eye out on your favorite booking sites if you'r...

Remember RESERVE by CLEAR, that service that let you book a security time slot? Well, it's officially gone. CLEAR quietly shut it down, so don't go looking for it on your next trip. This matters because RESERVE was a handy way to bypass long security lines, especially if you didn't have TSA PreCheck...

Lufthansa's Miles & More program's "Mileage Bargains" are back, offering discounted award flights, but this month there are ZERO routes originating in North America. Ouch! This matters because many of us rely on these deals for affordable trips to Europe. Award flights can be expensive, and Mileage ...

IHG fans, listen up! There's a flash sale going on right now where you can buy IHG One Rewards points with up to a 100% bonus. This sweet deal is valid until December 11, 2025 and effectively drops the price down to just half a cent (0.5¢) per point. So, why should you care? Well, if you've got a d...

Marriott Bonvoy loyalists, listen up! Marriott and Uber are hooking up again to offer you an easy way to pad your points balance. By simply linking your Marriott Bonvoy and Uber accounts, you can earn a quick 3,000 Bonvoy points after completing a "premium" Uber ride (think Uber Black, Uber SUV, or ...

Looking to boost your business and your travel rewards? Chase has some seriously tempting business credit card offers on the table this month! Whether you're team cash back, a points-hoarding fanatic, or loyal to specific airlines or hotels, there's likely a Chase business card with your name on it....

Hey AwardTrailblazers, Marriott Bonvoy and Emirates Skywards are giving away free miles! If you were on the ball and linked your Marriott and Emirates accounts *before* November 21st (sorry if you missed it!), you're eligible for a sweet bonus. Basically, you can snag 2,500 bonus Skywards miles jus...

Hey AwardTrail blazers! Great news for those of you chasing American Airlines AAdvantage miles or British Airways Avios: you can now earn them on select LEVEL flights! LEVEL is a low-cost, long-haul airline that flies from Barcelona to several cities in the Americas. This is a great way to boost yo...

Hold on to your peanuts, Southwest fans! The airline known for its "grab a seat, any seat" policy is inching towards assigned seating. While not fully implemented yet, this shift means changes to their boarding process. Specifically, "Upgraded Boarding" is out, and "Priority Boarding" is in! So, wh...