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Can You Cancel Flights For A Refund Within 24 Hours Of Booking?
While in general the United States isn’t exactly leading the way when it comes to consumer protections for airline passengers, we do have one useful feature you don’t find in many other pa…
Paze Spend $10, Get $10 Back Offer – What’s Left (Non Giftcard Options, More Added)
Update 8/1/26: Wendy’s and recently added Macy’s have both been removed.  Paze is offering an incredible deal of spend $10, get $10 back offer with a limit of 10 per card. This is def…
[7-Eleven 7NOW App Promo Codes: $10 off $20+ With Promo Code AUG10
Update 6/12/26: $10 off $20 with promo code FORDAD. Valid today only. Pickup or delivery. (ht LS)
[AmEx Statement: No Nerf] American Express To Nerf Resy Credit (Select Restaurants Only)
American Express is nerfing the Resy credits that Platinum & Gold cards offer by restricting the credits to select restaurants. Statements are showing the followin
Spirit Built A Brand-New $250 Million Corporate Campus — Bankruptcy Values It At Just $88 Million
Spirit opened its new $250 million “Spirit Central” corporate campus in 2024, complete with training facilities, employee housing, and space for more than 1,000 workers. Now, in bankruptcy, a stalking…
BILT Erroneously Sends Some Users To Collections
Some reddit users are reporting that they have received a collections notice from Tate & Kirlin saying that BILT is taking adverse action against them due to unpaid debt. A BILT spokesperson has …
Weekly Review: August 01, 2026
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m wrapping up a review trip, and will be home tonight, which I’m so looking forward to. I’ve done a lot of travel this summer, and while it has been …
Buy IHG One Rewards Points With 100% Bonus, 0.5 Cents Each: Worth It?
Strategically buying points can be a good value, especially for luxury hotel stays. IHG One Rewards has just launched its latest sale on purchased points. The best bonus seems to be for 100%, which is…
American Airlines Is Emailing Passengers To Announce They’ll Be Flying To Donald J. Trump Airport
American Airlines is emailing passengers booked to West Palm Beach to explain that their flights will soon show as going to President Donald J. Trump International Airport, with the airport code chang…
Why I Try To Leave Politics Out Of My Airline, Hotel, And Travel Reviews…
”You’re gay, what’s wrong with you that would fly with [insert airline] or travel to [insert destination]?” For example, I’m just wrapping up a trip to Saudi Arabia, wher…
How (and why) you should earn transferable credit card points
Transferable points offer versatility for award travelers. Learn how to transfer rewards from American Express, Bilt, Capital One, Chase, Citi and Wells Fargo.
Hyatt Tells Investors It’s Getting Better At Charging More — Here’s How Guests Will Feel It
Hyatt’s earnings call revealed several things frequent guests should care about: AI-powered revenue management, faster World of Hyatt membership growth than room growth, stronger luxury pricing, more …
Sephora Beauty Insider, explained: How I accidentally earned Rouge status — and what it's worth
I didn't plan to earn Sephora Beauty Insider Rouge status, but the perks changed how I shop. Here's what I love, what I'd skip and who should try to earn it.
Buzzworthy: The Most Surprising Thing I’ve Seen In An Airport Vending Machine
Please indulge me for a moment, as I’m curious if this is actually a common product sold at airports and I’ve just been living under a rock, or what…
JetBlue Passenger Pours Her Own Alcohol Onboard, Then Taunts The FAA
A JetBlue passenger carried two frozen drinks down the jet bridge, tipped a miniature bottle into an ice-filled cup at row 6 and shushed the camera. Critics called it a federal crime and she taunts ba…
An all-inclusive in Zanzibar, a tennis match in the Waldorf Astoria and other hotel new you missed
Here's the hotel news you missed in July.
LOT Polish Airlines Unveils New Business Class Amenities, Tableware, And More
It’s an exciting time for LOT Polish Airlines, as the Star Alliance carrier is overhauling its long haul passenger experience. In the coming months, the airline will start retrofitting its Dream…
Capital One Transfer Bonus: 15% Avianca
Capital One is offering a 15% transfer bonus to Avianca. Normally the transfer rate is 1:1 and with this bonus it’s 1:1.15
Malaysia Airlines Pilot Caught Smuggling 70K Ecstasy Pills, Then Fails Drug Test
A lot of drug smuggling happens by airplane, and it’s not totally uncommon to see pilots and flight attendants involved, given how much they travel, plus the special privileges they have at some…
Alaska Airlines Removes Plane Preacher, Then Bans Her—She Blames ‘Demons,’ Warns Employee ‘Hell Is Real’
An evangelist turned an already-delayed Orlando–San Diego flight into a pulpit, called her removal “spiritual warfare,” and kept preaching through the jet bridge and gate. Alaska says she won’t fly wi…
Air France-KLM Flying Blue Promo Rewards: Save 25% On Select Awards
The Air France-KLM Flying Blue program has its monthly Promo Rewards promotion, whereby members can save 25% on select award tickets over a limited travel period. The program has just published its ne…
British Airways Gives Passengers A Value Score From 0 To 105 — It Can Decide Meals, Upgrades And Waitlists [Roundup]
British Airways assigns passengers a “Corporate Individual Score” from 0 to 105, and that score can affect meal choice, upgrade priority, and waitlist handling. Also United’s new Polaris suites coming…
Bilt Rent Day Promotion August 2026: Accor Status Match, Up To Platinum
Bilt is the platform known for providing rewards for housing payments. Earlier this year we saw massive changes at Bilt, including an overhaul of the credit card portfolio, plus new ways that housing …
Transfer Capital One Miles To Avianca Lifemiles With 15% Bonus: Worth It?
The Capital One mileage program has just introduced a new 15% transfer bonus to Avianca Lifemiles. This could be a good value if you’re looking to redeem on Star Alliance airlines, though I̵…
FAA Grants Trump Tower Permanent No-Fly Zone — Even After Trump Leaves Office
The FAA is creating a permanent prohibited airspace area over Trump Tower, requiring Secret Service permission to fly within roughly one nautical mile and up to 1,000 feet. That may be defensible whil…
Barclays $200-$400 Savings Bonus
Barclays is offering a $200 bonus when you open a new checking account and complete the following requirements
Why Jackson Hole should be your next mountain town weekend getaway
Here's how to plan an ideal weekend getaway to Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park
Here are the 5 exciting first-class seats I want to fly and how I plan to book them using miles
These are five of the most exciting, most exclusive first-class airline seats in the world and how I plan to book them using points and miles.
American Airlines 737 Was Landing At Washington National — Then Pilots Saw A Regional Jet On Their Runway
An American Airlines 737 arriving at Washington National was forced to go around after a Republic Airways regional jet appears to have accepted another aircraft’s clearance and entered Runway 1. The i…
Chase Sapphire Lounges Removing Priority Pass Access & Increasing Layover Time Allowed
Chase is updating the access rules for Chase Sapphire Lounges. Currently these lounges are located in: Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) Harry Reid…
What credit score do you need to get the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card?
The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card is a solid, affordable card. It requires a good-to-excellent credit score but is more attainable than you may think.
[Removed 8/1] PayPal To Remove ‘Redeem For Cashback’ PayPal Rewards Redemption Option
PayPal has announced a policy update and the big change is that it will no longer be possible to redeem PayPal rewards for cash back. This policy will go into effect on August 1, 2026. Relevant terms …
[Payments Sent] Beyond Meat Class Action Settlement ($7.5 Million Settlement, $2 Per Claim)
Update 7/31/26: Payments went out today. Hat tip to reader B Who’s Eligible Settlement website If you purchased Beyond Meat products between May 31, 2018 to and including August 14, 2024 for hou…
Hawaii oceanfront beach escape — the newest Marriott Moment — is open for bidding from 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
The Sheraton Maui's oceanfront VIP beach escape starting at 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
Missed the Chase Sapphire Preferred's 100,000-point offer? You may still have one more chance
TPG confirmed that multiple Chase Sapphire Preferred referral links continue to display the expired 100,000-point welcome offer. Here's how to check.
Atlanta ATC Screws Up, Sends Delta Jets On Terrifying Collision Course Over Airport
A few days ago, two Delta aircraft had an incredibly close call over the runways of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), in what can only be described as a massive situational aware…
I’ve been using the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business for a year — here’s why I’m keeping it
Brian Kelly explains why the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business remains one of his favorite cards and why its 200,000-point offer is worth a look.
New Deal Lets You Buy 80,000 American Airlines Miles At Just 7/10ths Of A Cent Each [Roundup]
AAdvantage members can earn 20,000 miles per phone line moved to AT&T, up to 80,000 miles across four lines — effectively buying miles for about 0.7 cents each if you meet the three-month minimum…
9 flight award booking hacks every traveler should know
Award travel isn't dead. Learn the simple strategies that can help you book cheaper flights with points and miles, from positioning flights to partner airline sweet spots.
United's new 'Elevated' Dreamliner, Polaris suites coming to 4 more international routes
United Airlines is phasing its most premium aircraft onto four long-haul routes from its Houston hub starting in October 2026.
United Mile Play is back: Check your account for targeted bonus miles
United Mile Play is back. See examples of targeted offers, including bonus miles for qualifying trips and additional Level Up challenges.
Chase Sapphire Lounges Cut Priority Pass Access: Probably Good News
The access policies for Chase Sapphire Lounge locations are being updated, and they impact those who receive a Priority Pass membership through anything other than a Chase credit card, as well as thos…
Trump administration weighs airfare rule changes: What it could mean for booking flights
The U.S. Department of Transportation is considering changes to some federal airfare policies that could affect the price consumers see when booking a flight.
[Expired] Instacart: $10 Off $20 Anywhere (Code: 5STAR)
Instacart is offering $10 off an order from any store of $20+. Use promo code 5STAR. Expires on 8/7/26
Citi Strata Elite statement credits: What they are and how to maximize them
Make the most of Citi Strata Elite credits. Use this guide to maximize spending, use benefits and unlock value across travel and lifestyle purchases.
Best Amazon Subscribe & Save Deals
Amazon often runs Subscribe & Save deals with 40%–50% discounts or stackable coupons deals which can make for excellent savings. Readers suggested maintaining a running page with the best offers, …
My Riyadh Air 787 Business Class Flight: Did It Live Up To The Hype?
Hello from Spain, as I just flew Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 business class on the six hour flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Madrid (MAD), as I continue the return portion of my review trip. Obviously …
Capital One Offers: Spend $20+, Get 1,000 Points/$10 At Many Retailers (Home Depot, Lowe’s, eBay & More)
Capital One offers is offering $10/1,000 points back when you spend $20+ at select merchants including: Home Depot, Sam's Club, Chewy, Dollar General & More
Deal alert: Points and miles travel deals for July 2026
Save, maximize and earn points and miles on various travel purchases this July.
American Airlines Ended 24-Hour Refunds On Last-Minute Tickets — How To Still Get Your Money Back
American Airlines now limits 24-hour refunds to tickets bought at least seven days before departure, but close-in travelers still have ways to protect themselves. The key is knowing that American’s cl…
[Reports] Capital One Venture Adding $100 Travel Credit Benefit
People are getting notice on their Capital One Venture card ($95 annual fee) about a new $100 annual credit for hotel and vacation rental bookings through Capital One Travel. Good news, your Venture c…
Target Circle: Free Trial Pack Of Amore By Pampers Diapers (5 Diapers)
Target is offering Target circle members a free Amore by Pampers diapers trial pack
Southwest Will Start Boarding Most Flights Earlier, Checked Bag Fees To Blame
As of August 1, 2026, Southwest Airlines will start boarding most flights up to 35 minutes before departure, instead of up to 30 minutes before departure. Not surprisingly, checked bag fees are primar…
Redeem American AAdvantage Miles On Oman Air (Finally), A Great Option!
In June 2025, Oman Air joined the oneworld alliance, which was an exciting addition. One of the big benefits of an airline joining an alliance is supposed to be the introduction of reciprocal award re…
Chipotle: Free Chips & Guac With Entree Purchase & Promo Code AVO2026 (7/31-8/1)
Chipotle is celebrating national avocado day with free chips & guac with an entree purchase between 7/31 - 8/1. Must order through website or app and use promo code AVO2026