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How to React When a Program Suddenly Changes Its Promotion Rules

How to React When a Program Suddenly Changes Its Promotion Rules

Elaine A. Da Silva

Loyalty programs are constantly evolving — sometimes for the better, but often without warning. One day, you’re transferring points at ...

How Loyalty Program Promotions Differ by Region and Country

How Loyalty Program Promotions Differ by Region and Country

Elaine A. Da Silva

If you’ve ever wondered why some travelers seem to get better deals, higher bonuses, or earlier access to promotions, the ...

How to Plan a Points Strategy Around Major Promotions

How to Plan a Points Strategy Around Major Promotions

Elaine A. Da Silva

Promotions are powerful, but they’re even more effective when part of a planned strategy. The biggest mistake most people make ...

How to Use Partner Promotions to Accelerate Your Points

How to Use Partner Promotions to Accelerate Your Points

Elaine A. Da Silva

Most travelers think the only way to earn miles or credit card points is by flying or swiping their cards. ...

How to Spot Hidden Promotions in Loyalty Programs

How to Spot Hidden Promotions in Loyalty Programs

Elaine A. Da Silva

Not all deals come with flashy banners or social media announcements. Some of the most lucrative rewards in the world ...

How to Use Flash Sales to Book Award Travel for Less

How to Use Flash Sales to Book Award Travel for Less

Elaine A. Da Silva

Frequent flyer programs are constantly evolving, and one of the most exciting — yet underused — tools available to travelers ...

How to Evaluate If a Promotion Is Really Worth It

How to Evaluate If a Promotion Is Really Worth It

Elaine A. Da Silva

Every day, loyalty programs launch new promotions claiming to offer unbeatable value: “100% bonus,” “half-price flights,” or “earn double miles ...

How to Stack Multiple Promotions to Maximize Your Earnings

How to Stack Multiple Promotions to Maximize Your Earnings

Elaine A. Da Silva

If you’re only using one promotion at a time when earning points or booking flights, you’re leaving serious value on ...

How to Monitor the Best Mile and Point Deals

How to Monitor the Best Mile and Point Deals

Elaine A. Da Silva

If you want to travel more while spending less, keeping an eye on mile and point deals is essential. The ...

How to Make the Most of Point Transfer Promotions

How to Make the Most of Point Transfer Promotions

Elaine A. Da Silva

For anyone who collects credit card points or bank loyalty points, there’s one strategy that consistently multiplies the value of ...