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Hyatt Regency Rome Central, a new Category 4 property near Termini Station, has delayed its grand opening for the sixth time. Revenue bookings open September 1, 2026, but World of Hyatt award availability is paused until at least November 1, 2026
Hilton Honors members can earn 1,000 bonus Avios for one qualifying stay completed between June 1 and August 31, 2026. Registration and account linking are required
The Amex Blue Business Plus card allows point transfers to authorized users' airline/hotel accounts after 90 days, enabling point consolidation without affecting the authorized user's personal credit report
An editorial reflection on how the miles & points hobby has evolved over 20 years, noting its mainstream adoption, changes in information sharing, and the shifting landscape of value and availability for premium rewards
Marriott Bonvoy offers double points on US/Europe Homes & Villas stays (book by June 30) and triple points on Caribbean/Latin America stays (book by June 26). A buy-points bonus ends June 23, and an Amex statement credit offer runs until July 22
TD is offering 30,000 bonus TD Rewards points to select cardholders who spend $750 on Expedia for TD between June 2 and June 16, 2026. The offer requires registration and travel completion by October 31
Melia and Iberostar are exiting their Cuban hotel portfolios due to US secondary sanctions, with Iberostar retaining 6 non-military-owned hotels. This follows broader financial isolation affecting the island
HSBC Hong Kong and Hong Kong Airlines have launched a partnership allowing HSBC credit cardholders to convert RewardCash into Frequent Flyer Club (FWC) points. A 30% bonus applies to conversions of the first $1,000 RewardCash until July 31, 2026
GHA Discovery members earn double DISCOVERY Dollars on eligible stays at select Minor Hotels properties. Registration and stays must be completed by August 31, 2026
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoed Senate Bill 26-134, preventing a law that would have exempted tax and tip from credit card interchange fees, preserving the current rewards funding model
Accor+ subscribers can access 40-50% discounts on 'Red Hot Rooms' across Asia-Pacific and the UAE for June 2026, with specific booking deadlines varying by property
American Airlines is enhancing dining at its Flagship and Admirals Club lounges with new a la carte ordering via QR code, cheese-monger carts, and updated buffet menus across multiple US hubs
IHG One Rewards is offering a 100% bonus on point purchases through June 6, 2026. Points cost 0.5 cents each, with a standard annual limit of 200,000 points per member
Avianca LifeMiles has introduced a new, exclusive elite tier designed for its most dedicated members, outlining specific benefits associated with this new status level
Hilton is adding 'Undergraduate by Hilton' to its portfolio, with the first property scheduled to open in 2027
Atmos Rewards launched its inaugural 'Members Day' on June 3, offering discounted award flights to destinations like Mexico City and Paris. The promotion runs through June 6 for travel between September and November 2026
American Airlines is rolling out elevated dining options in its Admirals Clubs, including additional hot food items and upgraded charcuterie, while Flagship Lounges have introduced scan-to-order menus and cheese stations
IHG is offering 10,000 bonus points to members who complete their after-stay survey, with some members receiving up to 20,000. Registration is required to claim the bonus
Effective June 2, 2026, Singapore Airlines blocks the front half of its business class cabin for seat selection unless the passenger holds PPS status or purchased a Flexible or Standard fare. Award and discounted business passengers are restricted to the rear section
Alaska Airlines officially opens its new, $18 million Alaska Lounge at Portland International Airport (PDX) on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The 14,000 sq ft space replaces two older lounges and features enhanced dining and PNW-themed decor
Effective June 1, 2026, Lufthansa has ceased releasing first class award availability to all partner frequent flyer programs, a significant shift from the typical 3-day pre-departure window
Effective June 4, 2026, primary cardmembers on Delta Amex Gold, Platinum, and Reserve cards receive a complimentary second checked bag on domestic Delta flights. The Delta Gold also gains a $120 rideshare credit
Seats.aero has released a new AI Assistant that merges live award availability with expert transfer partner advice, allowing users to chat for redemption optimization and trip planning
Best Western is offering promotions through July 2026, including up to 10,000 bonus points and 1,000 bonus points per night for members
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is offering up to a 70% bonus on purchased miles through July 7, 2026. The maximum purchase limit has increased to 200,000 points, with bonuses tiered by purchase amount
Alaska Atmos Rewards is running its Global Getaways promotion, offering up to 50% off one-way economy award tickets to select global destinations. The booking window is June 3–6, 2026, for travel between September 1 and November 15, 2026
Alaska Airlines is offering up to 100% bonus miles on purchases through July 5, 2026. The effective cost is 1.88 cents per mile at the 100% tier
Lufthansa is restoring free cancellation for Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class Flex fares (including Miles&More awards) effective June 3, 2026, while First Class Flex retains an 800 EUR fee. Lower fare categories see fee reductions by June 10
Citi reduced the transfer ratio of ThankYou points to I Prefer by half effective April 19, 2026. Shortly after, the author's entire Citi credit card portfolio was closed
Effective June 3, 2026, oneworld and Taj InnerCircle launched a reciprocal tier-matching partnership. oneworld Emerald members match to Taj Gold, while Taj Gold/Platinum members match to oneworld Sapphire
ASmallWorld is offering 300,000 Lufthansa Miles&More miles with its €4,850 Prestige membership purchase. The offer ends February 28, 2026, with miles credited within 7 days of payment
IHG One Rewards members earn double points on Member Exclusive Rates at select new hotels in Greater China from June 1 through August 31, 2026
Air Canada confirmed its wide-body 777 and 787 fleets will be retrofitted with the new 'Glowing Hearted' cabin standard, featuring privacy doors and 27-inch 4K OLED monitors, with the project starting by 2029
The Points Guy's 2026 best airlines report ranks American Airlines as the top carrier for lounge access, driven by the Citi Executive Card's Admirals Club membership and guest policies. Delta Air Lines ranked second due to its extensive network and Delta SkyMiles Reserve card…
Bangkok Airways' FlyerBonus program has partnered with Siam Seaplane, allowing members to redeem points for domestic flights to scenic Thai destinations
Marriott offers 20% off Escapes for stays June 12–28, 2026, in select Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa locations. Bonvoy members get 20%, non-members 15%. Must book by Sunday
Effective June 15, 2026, most UberX and Taxi rides in the UK and Ireland will no longer earn Avios for British Airways Club members. Earnings are restricted to Uber Reserve, airport trips, and select premium options
Alaska Airlines is eliminating Atmos points and status earning on basic economy (saver) fares effective August 1 and increasing partner award booking fees from $12.50 to $20 each way starting July 1
Alaska Airlines is eliminating points and status earning on Saver (basic economy) fares for bookings made on/after June 11 for travel on/after August 1, 2026
Starting June 30, 2026, World of Hyatt Globalists and Explorists can book award nights 12 months in advance, up from the previous 11-month window. Cardholders also receive this benefit
Delta announced plans to open a second Delta One Lounge at LAX in Terminal 2 in 2027, joining the existing lounge in Terminal 3. Access will be for Delta One flyers and Delta 360 members
World of Hyatt members earn 3,000 bonus points per 3+ night stay at Hyatt Place and Hyatt Select hotels in the Americas, capped at 30,000 points. Offer runs June 1 through July 31, 2026
Hilton Honors offers 2,000-4,000 bonus points per stay and up to 15,000 points on eligible stays from June 1 to August 15, 2026. Additionally, a summer weekend sale in Europe and Africa offers 20% off until September 7, 2026
American Express has removed Qantas Frequent Flyer from its list of Membership Rewards transfer partners, ending the ability to transfer points directly to the Australian airline
Wyndham Rewards is offering up to 30,000 bonus points for summer stays. Members must register by Sept 3 and complete stays by Sept 30. Stacking bonuses available for cardholders and Insider members
ALL Accor+ Explorer dining benefits at several Seoul, Dubai, and Singapore properties have been adjusted, with discounts dropping from 20% to 15% effective late May 2026
American Express is offering a 25% transfer bonus when moving Membership Rewards points to Air France-KLM's Flying Blue program. The promotion is highlighted as a flash sale event
Atmos Rewards is raising its partner award booking fee from $12.50 to $20 per passenger per direction, effective July 1, 2026. The fee applies to awards including partner airlines; the Summit Visa Infinite card retains its fee waiver
Lufthansa's Miles&More program is offering up to a 50% bonus on purchased miles through June 30, 2026. Members can buy bundles of 150,000 miles with the bonus applied
IHG One Rewards members save 15% on points or cash for stays of three nights or fewer at select new or renovated hotels through November 30, 2026
Wyndham Rewards is offering up to 15,000 bonus points for stays booked directly between June 2 and September 3, 2026, with travel through September 30, 2026. Points are awarded based on consecutive night stays
United Airlines will transition its PlusPoints upgrade system to dynamic pricing in 2027. The article also highlights World of Hyatt's Milestone Rewards, including Miraval Extra Night Awards and Guest of Honor benefits that can be shared with others
Alaska Airlines is raising the fee for booking partner airline awards and will no longer allow earning miles on Saver fare awards
Qatar Airways is offering a 30% bonus Avios on transfers from select hotel and financial partners. The promotion runs from June 1 through June 30, 2026
Flying Blue's June Promo Rewards offers discounted award flights on Air France and KLM. Book by June 30 for travel through November 30, with transatlantic economy fares starting at 18,750 miles
Allegiant president outlines plans to merge Allways Rewards with Sun Country Rewards and expand service from Minneapolis-St. Paul following the $1.5B merger
American Express is offering a targeted deal: spend $2,000+ on Virgin Atlantic flights booked directly through their website to receive a $200 statement credit. Registration required by July 31, 2026
A targeted Amex Offers deal gives $100 back when you spend $500+ on eligible room rates at select Mandarin Oriental properties. Valid for bookings made between June 1 and September 30, 2026
Amex Offers has a targeted deal: spend $1,250+ on ITA Airways flights booked directly via website/app to receive a $225 statement credit. Registration required by July 31, 2026
Delta may abandon its Safran Vue seats for A321neos in favor of Thompson Aero VantageSOLO due to ongoing FAA certification issues, potentially altering the business class product on its premium transcontinental fleet
Celebrity Cruises adds Double Zenith and Triple Zenith status tiers and updates Elite Plus benefits, effective June 11, 2026
American Airlines appears to be restricting access to saver award fare buckets (U and T) for nonstop domestic flights within approximately six days of departure, a change that primarily impacts partner redemptions
IHG One Rewards members can save 15% on the cash portion of Points & Cash bookings. Book by June 22 for stays through July 6, 2026
SkyMiles members get a $25 Uber voucher for every $300+ Delta gift card purchase between June 1 and June 22, 2026. Vouchers expire December 31, 2026
TD has updated the welcome bonus for its TD First Class Travel Visa Infinite card to up to 146,000 TD Rewards points, effective June 1, 2026. The offer requires $7,500 in spending within 180 days
United MileagePlus is offering a 25% bonus on hotel points transfers through June 30, 2026. Registration is required, and members can earn up to 25,000 bonus miles
Hyatt CEO Tom Papanikolaou states that recent program adjustments, including expanding from three to five redemption tiers, have received a positive reception and that the hotel chain is maintaining its fixed award chart rather than moving to dynamic pricing
Bilt Rent Day on June 1 offers up to a 125% transfer bonus to TAP Air Portugal for Bilt members, with the bonus tier determined by the member's elite status. Members can also pay $150 in Bilt Cash to temporarily upgrade their status for a higher bonus tier
Wells Fargo has launched a sweepstakes exclusively for Choice Privileges credit cardholders, offering a chance to win up to 1 million Choice Privileges points
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is on the verge of bankruptcy, having lost $700M since 2017, with creditors deferring $171M in repayments while owners inject more equity
Citi has officially discontinued the Citi Custom Cash credit card. The post also covers new bonuses for Chase Southwest and Wells Fargo Choice Privileges cards, and Amex Hilton spending offers
Red Cliffs Lodge Moab has joined Marriott Bonvoy's Tribute Collection and is now bookable for points. The 110-key property features cabins and suites near the Colorado River
American Express is providing a 20% bonus when transferring Membership Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy. The promotion is valid through June 2026
Amex Membership Rewards is offering a 20% bonus on transfers to Marriott Bonvoy from June 1 through June 30, 2026. The transfer ratio is 1,000:1,200, and transfers are generally instant
Hilton Honors members can earn 2,000 bonus points for 3-night stays or 4,000 for 4+ night stays. Offer runs June 1 through August 15, 2026, with registration required
Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian states members reacted positively to recent World of Hyatt changes, including a fixed award chart with five tiers and peak pricing up to 67% higher
Frequent flyers can book cheaper Delta First Class awards by finding partner availability via Air France/KLM or Virgin Atlantic, then upgrading the ticket using Delta SkyMiles through the Delta app
SAS EuroBonus is offering a paid status match for elite members of Air India, British Airways, Lufthansa Group, Emirates, Qatar, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines residing in India. Tiers range from Silver to Diamond with fees from €39 to €159
Accor is offering a 25% discount on select hotels in Greater China for stays through September 30, 2026. ALL members must book by May 31, 2026, via official channels
Air Canada's Aeroplan program implements award chart changes effective June 1, 2026. Most flight awards will cost 10% to 20% more, with some increases reaching up to 67%
Lufthansa Miles & More is increasingly aligning its award ticket fee structure with revenue fares, resulting in redeposit fees of up to €1,500 for 'flex' fares, a sharp increase from previous standards
Cathay Pacific permanently closed its Manila NAIA Terminal 3 lounge on May 31, 2026. Starting June 1, eligible premium and oneworld passengers will be directed to the First Meridian Lounge
American Airlines has started blocking last-minute domestic saver award space, reducing availability for bookings made close to departure. Other news includes United CEO dismissing a JetBlue merger and Alaska facing fines for intoxicated passengers
Videos show Perhentian Marriott Resort in Malaysia discharging untreated wastewater into the sea. The hotel states the discharge was temporary during modification works and has since been resolved
Air Canada Aeroplan elite members can earn double Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) on eligible flights between Billy Bishop (YTZ) and Chicago (ORD), Washington (IAD), or Boston (BOS). Book by June 30, 2026, for travel through August 31, 2026
Accor ALL is offering a fast-track promotion for Travel Agents: Silver members earn 10 bonus elite nights, Gold members earn 15, after completing one eligible stay. Registration is required by September 30, 2026, with stays valid through December 15, 2026
Effective June 30, 2026, World of Hyatt Explorist, Globalist, and cobranded cardholders can book award nights more than 12 months in advance, gaining early access before standard members
Air Canada Aeroplan is raising award prices by up to 67% for transatlantic and transpacific routes, effective June 1, 2026
Analysis of elite status programs for major OTAs including Agoda, Booking, Orbitz, and Trip.com, evaluating their benefits, loyalty currencies, and value for frequent travelers
Lufthansa's Miles&More program offers up to 60% bonus miles on purchased bundles until May 31, 2026. Prices are approximately 1.09 cents per mile across EUR, GBP, and USD
Boston Logan International Airport launches a pilot remote terminal in Framingham on June 1, allowing Delta and JetBlue passengers to check in, drop bags, and clear TSA security 20 miles from the airport before boarding a bus to the gates
American Airlines is updating its policy to have flight attendants prepare the cabin for landing at 18,000 feet, roughly 4-8 minutes earlier than the previous 10,000 feet standard, to reduce turbulence-related injuries
A trip report covering point redemptions on Iberia and Air Canada, including Avios and Aeroplan usage, alongside experiences with baggage delays and flight cancellations in Spain
Analysis of the Bilt Palladium Card's first-year value, noting the $300 Bilt Cash approval bonus, 50,000 point welcome offer, and high spending requirements to justify the $495 annual fee
A traveler flying Air France-KLM was charged a €500 'out of sequence' fee upon check-in because the system failed to record his outbound flight, despite him having flown it. He provided timestamped photos and phone metadata as proof, but the airline initially refused to…
United MileagePlus caps mileage earning at 75,000 per ticket regardless of spend, a rule unchanged since 2015 despite inflation, unlike American and Delta which removed caps
Air Canada is offering double Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) on new bookings for three Billy Bishop (YTZ) US routes. The targeted promotion runs for bookings made May 29–June 30, 2026, with travel through August 31, 2026, capping at 5,000 bonus SQC per member
Avianca Lifemiles expires 12 months after last accrual activity; unlike most programs, redeeming miles does not reset the expiration clock, only earning or transferring miles does
