Despite the recent devaluation, AAdvantage still remains one of the most valuable frequent flyer programs in North America. There are many reasons for that, one of which is the sheer number of American partner airlines you can fly on using AAdvantage miles. Between the oneworld alliance and additional airline partnerships, American has 22 strategic partners that can take you to every corner of the world.
How to Earn 200,000 AA AAdvantage Miles So You Can Fly in Premium Class
Should You Get a No-Fee Travel Rewards Card?
Who says you can’t get something for nothing? There are number of
Aeroméxico Club Premier Elite Status: How to Reach and What’s in It for You
Aeroméxico is a founding member of the SkyTeam Alliance and a transfer partner of Starwood Preferred Guest and American Express Membership Rewards programs. The flag carrier of Mexico is not a very popular airline for North American frequent flyer aficionados because it usually adds fuel surcharges to its partners’ rewards flights, and because finding Aeroméxico availability, especially for premium flights on partners, can be a daunting task.
Best American Airlines First and Business Class Redemptions
As we discussed earlier, not all business or first class seats are worth spending miles and efforts. In the last few years, airlines have done a great job designing new aircraft and retrofitting the old ones with swankier-than-ever premium class seats. Of course, the mile price of these seats is also higher than ever, but it’s still be a great deal, especially if you are embarking on a major trip and eager to arrive rested and ready to enjoy your destination right away.
Chase Ink Plus Business vs Amex Business Gold: Which Card Is Right for You?
If you’re a small business owner or an independent contractor you can earn points towards free airline tickets with a
Alaska Airlines Visa Signature vs Platinum Delta Amex: Which Card Is Right for You?
Alaska Airlines made headlines recently due to its successful bid to purchase Virgin America. Though it’s not yet clear how that merger will play out for loyal Virgin America customers, it is clear that Alaska will be able to expand its West Coast routes and transcontinental flights.
A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing a Rewards Credit Card
There are a lot of
The Seven Longest Flights By Distance And How To Fly Them Using Award Miles
Longest flights have been a thing since the Wright Brothers flew 852′ in 1903. A few years ago, Singapore Airlines flew the longest flight in the world which was Newark, New Jersey, to Singapore for a distance of 9,539 miles, the longest scheduled route in the world ever flown commercially with passengers. They plan to reinstate this route using the new Airbus A350s at some future date yet to be announced.
Flat-Bed Seats to Hawaii on Miles
A flight to Hawaii can take longer than flying to Europe for some. For East Coasters it’s a whopping 11-12 hour journey, about as long as it takes to fly between New York and Buenos Aires. There is a considerable shortage of comfortable premium class seats from the U.S. to Hawaii, although they do exist and more are on the way. Here’s a rundown.
How Many Ways Can I Use My Award Miles?
Let’s face it, some of you are mileage hoarders. You’ve earned all those miles and you don’t know what to do with them. Or you are saving for that special trip. Some people even end up letting miles expire unknowingly. Then you have to contact the airline and beg for forgiveness. Sometimes that works, and other times it doesn’t.
Transcontinental in Style: East Coast to West Coast in Premium Cabins
As a rule, it’s not worth splurging miles for premium travel domestically. The flights are usually short, the seats are old-school recliners, there are no individual entertainment systems and the food is usually average at best.
Chase and Amex Travel Booking Portals: What’s the Deal?
When the travel hacking bug hits, most newcomers to the hobby only think about
Are First and Business Class Seats Worth the Extra Miles?
Award travel offers incredible opportunities. The most amazing aspect of flying on miles is that it can put business and first class travel within your reach. Not everyone can afford to pay cash for a premium-class ticket. However, first and business class seats are within your reach with miles, especially if you’re flexible.
Save Money with Hidden City Ticketing and Other Tricks Using ITA Matrix
ITA Matrix is popular among frequent flyers and travel hackers because it provides so much control over the parameters of your search. You can force connections in a certain city, exclude airlines, and even pick exact flight numbers. Some of these functions are possible with other websites but can be extremely cumbersome. Finding a great itinerary with ITA Matrix can make it easier to reconstruct elsewhere for cash or award tickets.
More than Miles: Other Benefits to Consider when Choosing a Travel Card
We are all familiar with the points and miles game. Signing up for cards with big bonuses, using specific cards for certain types of spending, staying abreast of promotions and watching out for deals on travel. However, there are some things you may not have considered when applying for a travel card or booking a flight. Things that may be important especially if you are a frequent traveler like free baggage check, lounge access, member status and other ancillary benefits.
Find Better Flights on ITA Matrix with Advanced Routing Language
The best feature of ITA Matrix is the advanced routing language that can be used to specify a traveler’s exact needs. Many other airlines and online travel agencies use the same technology as ITA Matrix precisely because of powerful abilities like this.
The Exclusive American Express Centurion Card and its Perks
Want to feel really exclusive? How about when a credit card company actually invites you to apply for one of its cards!? We are talking about a private invitation instead of those endless promotions hawking cards in airports, on board airplanes, and in countless magazines and television commercials.
How to Use ITA Matrix: The Most Powerful Airfare Search Tool
There are many ways to search for flights: airline websites, online travel agencies (OTAs), search aggregators like Kayak, and even visiting a human travel agent. However, many of these tools are trying to sell you something — a ticket for your next
How to Fly In a First Class Suite With Miles
First class suites take the premium cabin experience to the next level. Passengers can enjoy over-the-top luxury with privacy doors, proper beds, gourmet food, excellent service and many entertainment options.
Which Premium Citi Card Is Right for You: Prestige vs AAdvantage Executive World Elite?
Citi offers two premium travel cards, the Prestige and the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®. If you travel often and are considering a high-end rewards card, they’re both great options.