Author Archives for "Craig Sowerby".
Last month American AAdvantage was emailing elite status members with offers to “lock in your 2023 status”. This was essentially an offer to “buy up” an extra level of status. In general, members are… Continue Reading
One of the hotels I visit most frequently is the Hyatt Place hotel near London’s Heathrow Airport. There’s nothing at all special about this hotel except: It is the only Hyatt-branded hotel… Continue Reading
Some people lack the inclination to learn about hotel chain loyalty programmes. If you use hotels infrequently, you may believe that you will never accumulate enough points for a complimentary night’s… Continue Reading
Aegean Airlines’ Miles+Bonus programme has long been a popular choice among Star Alliance frequent flyers – and for good reason. It’s known for its relatively easy path to achieving… Continue Reading
A few years ago, I wrote that Marriott Bonvoy should just get rid of its “Points Advance” feature. Marriott is finally taking my advice and ending “Points Advance” on 28th March 2023. What Is Points Advance?… Continue Reading
Until 31st March 2023, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is offering a bonus of up to 70% when purchasing points. The bonus is tiered, meaning that the more points you buy, the higher your bonus will be: Buy… Continue Reading
I have previously written in detail about why UK ‘travel hackers’ (and particularly BA/oneworld elite status chasers) might want to consider switching their focus to American Airlines AAdvantage… Continue Reading
World of Hyatt is offering a promotion for stays at Hyatt hotels in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Members can earn 1,000 bonus points per night for stays between March 1 and May 31, 2023. You can… Continue Reading
Marriott Bonvoy is selling points with a bonus again. You will receive a 40% bonus when buying 2,000 points or more. This promotion will run until 3rd April 2023. Does it Make Sense? The regular price… Continue Reading
It’s Father’s Day soon in Spain, so Iberia is offering another discount on the purchase of gift cards. Between now and 22 March, 2023, you can receive a discount of up to 10% when buying an… Continue Reading
