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Hey awardtrail friends! Been dreaming of schnitzel and waltzes? Well, Vienna might be closer than you think thanks to some surprisingly cheap flights we're seeing. The Flight Deal spotted fares as low as $505! Now, the catch is that this price is usually for Basic Economy. If you're unfamiliar, Bas...

Heads up, travel junkies! There's currently a solid sale happening for flights to Dubai. The Flight Deal is highlighting availability around April 21st to 28th, but definitely click through to their site to explore other dates that might work better for you. We all know Dubai can be an expensive des...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! There's a solid flight deal popping up to Guanacaste, Costa Rica. That means beaches, rainforests, and adventure are calling your name! Keep in mind that the pricing can wiggle a bit depending on the exact route you choose. Why should you care? Well, Costa Rica is a fa...

Heads up, deal hunters! The Flight Deal is reporting some sweet fares to Milan, Italy, from various US cities. We're talking potential round-trip prices dipping below $500! This is a steal considering Milan is a fashion and culture hub. The key is to use the Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software (b...

Heads up, awardtrail readers! There's a potentially sweet deal floating around for flights to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, that idyllic string of islands in the Caribbean. The Flight Deal spotted some good prices, though exact costs will depend on your specific route. Now, why should you care? W...

Hey awardtrail fam, thinking about a South American getaway without breaking the bank? There's a sweet deal popping up for flights to Guayaquil, Ecuador! You can snag round-trip tickets for around $463. Why is this cool? Well, it's a pretty solid price for international travel. Plus, these aren't t...

Hey awardtrail readers! Dreaming of Tuscan sunsets and Renaissance art but worried about the cost? Well, The Flight Deal just spotted some decent fares to Florence (FLR) hovering around $730! Now, that price can wiggle a bit depending on the exact route you choose, so play around with your search. ...

Hey awardtrail readers! Fancy a trip to the French Riviera? There's currently a solid deal floating around for flights to Nice, France (NCE). Prices are dipping below $700 roundtrip from various US cities. This is worth checking out because Nice is typically a pricier destination, especially during...

Hey awardtrail readers! Wanna hit the beaches of Miami without breaking the bank? There's a sweet deal floating around right now that could get you roundtrip flights to/from Miami for as little as $299 in regular economy. That's a steal! The Flight Deal spotted this one using the Matrix Airfare Sea...

Heads up, Accor fans! If you're planning any hotel stays with brands like Sofitel, Novotel, or Mercure, now's the time to check out their latest deals. Accor is rolling out some sweet promos that can save you money or rack up bonus points. We're talking discounts up to 30% off at select hotels with ...

Choice Hotels might be skipping the usual bonus points promo for now, but they're coming through with a solid discount instead! Right now, Choice Privileges members can snag up to 23% off eligible stays within the United States. This is a great opportunity to lock in some savings if you have travel ...

Hey AwardTrail readers! Thinking of grabbing a new Bilt card to score some points by paying your taxes or going on a serious online shopping spree? Hold up a sec. There's some fine print you need to know about before you start racking up those rewards. Basically, Bilt is putting some restrictions o...

Hey award trail blazers, listen up! Alaska Airlines is having a sale on their Atmos Rewards points, and it's a good one. Until February 18, 2026, you can score a bonus of up to 100% when you buy points. That means you could be buying Alaska points for as little as 1.88 cents each. Why should you ca...

Want to snag United Premier status without all the usual flying? Good news! United is bringing back its status match offer for 2026. This means if you have elite status with another airline, you can potentially match it to a comparable United Premier level. Here's the deal: you'll need to apply and...

Heads up, ski bums and Alaska Airlines fans! The awesome "Fly Alaska, Ski Free" promo is back, now called "Alaska Alpine Getaways"! Basically, if you're flying into select airports in the Pacific Northwest or Alaska, your boarding pass gets you sweet deals at six participating ski resorts. We're tal...

American Airlines is testing the waters with a new, targeted offer that lets some AAdvantage members *buy* elite status all the way through March 2027! Keep an eye on your inbox because AA is sending out personalized offers. If you're not thrilled with your current status or eyeing a higher tier, th...

Hyatt loyalists, listen up! AwardWallet Blog just dropped a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about World of Hyatt elite status. This isn't just another dry explanation; it breaks down each tier (Discoverist, Explorist, Globalist, and Lifetime Globalist), spells out the perks you ge...

Heads up, deal hunters! Family Fare grocery stores are running a sweet promotion from January 18th to 24th. If you're a store card holder, you can snag $10 off when you buy $50 worth of gift cards to popular retailers like Macy's, Dick's Sporting Goods, and Lowe's. Why does this matter to you? Well...

It's a whirlwind of deals and changes in the travel rewards world! Bilt just launched its 2.0 version with new cards, but it hasn't been smooth sailing, so they're tweaking things based on feedback, including a new rent payment option. More importantly for many, Chase is tightening up the rules on w...

Big news for those of you eyeing a new Discover Bank account: they've stopped accepting applications! Yep, you read that right. It looks like the planned Discover savings bonus that was supposed to run until March 12, 2026, has been scrapped early. This is all happening because of the Capital One ac...