Sharing the tricks and tools of better travel
There was a lot of news last week when American Airlines announced a new feature that maps potential award flight destinations. Simply enter your home, where you want to go, dates, and how many miles you want to use. American will report back with various destinations that fit your needs. (HT to Mommy Points.) I think it's a fun new tool and one … [Read more...]
Amol explained yesterday why he doesn’t think mileage runs are worthwhile. Sure, he enjoys the benefits of elite status. But he also doesn’t think flying just for the sake of flying is the best way to earn miles. One reason is that Amol flies on Delta, which has a unique loyalty program among domestic airlines. Before we get any further, let me … [Read more...]
I always say that earning elite status, especially when you're aiming for the top tier, multiple programs, or paying for it yourself, requires a lot of strategy. In my case, I'm trying to do all three. Strategy helped me earn Premier 1K for the first time in 2011, when 500-mile minimums gave me a 5,000 mile boost over the course of the year (and … [Read more...]
Credit is owed to TheBOSman and CokeandTaco for finding a great fare from Portland to Boston on United Airlines. Originally only 3 CPM, the fare has since gone up but is still a great deal at 3.5 CPM. You can also do Seattle to Boston for slightly more cash and lots more availability. Those in Seattle might benefit from trips to Fort … [Read more...]
Check out this sale originally posted by The Flight Deal. One-night trips to Philadelphia from Portland are only $205, and if you route through Houston each way you can earn 6,288 miles round trip, for a total cost of just 3.3 CPM. And while fares out of Seattle are a bit higher at $249, they have two benefits: (1) much more availability and (2) … [Read more...]
