We're now midway through September, the last month in Q3 2018. So, it is time to register for the Chase Freedom Q4 2018 bonus categories. And, thankfully, this quarter's categories are a lot better than the previous two! … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q4 2018 Bonus Categories
Virgin America Main Cabin SFO-HNL
The final segment of my Las Vegas 2018 adventure was my flight home. For this, I chose to fly Virgin America Main Cabin SFO-HNL. So it's going to be a little similar to my previous installment, but not quite the same. … [Read more...] about Virgin America Main Cabin SFO-HNL
Marriott Finally Offers a Fall 2018 Promotion
There's been much debate among the Marriott community regarding a Fall 2018 promotion. The time in which they usually announce promotions came and went, leading some to believe there might not be one this year. However, the Big M finally came through. Marriott finally offers a Fall 2018 promotion as its competitor's offers are already well underway. … [Read more...] about Marriott Finally Offers a Fall 2018 Promotion
Hilton Sweetens Their Honors Program
We've all been wondering if Hilton would try to lure away disenfranchised Marriott and SPG members. And, as it turns out, they have. Hilton sweetens their Honors program with benefits explicitly targeting Marriott and SPG members. … [Read more...] about Hilton Sweetens Their Honors Program
Get a Southwest Credit Card Before They Start Hawaii Service
You should get a Southwest credit card before they start Hawaii service. Why? Because you can get yourself a ton of free flights if you play your cards (heh) right. … [Read more...] about Get a Southwest Credit Card Before They Start Hawaii Service
Marriott Suite Night Award Certificates are Kind of a Joke
As you'll recall from my post yesterday, the Marriott Choice Benefit is something I've been looking forward to. But, it turns out, the Marriott Suite Night Award certificates are kind of a joke. … [Read more...] about Marriott Suite Night Award Certificates are Kind of a Joke
Review: Virgin America Main Cabin Select LAS-SFO
Rather than returning home from Vegas on Hawaiian, I chose to fly Virgin America. Ok, technically it's Alaska Airlines, but the service at the time was still very much Virgin. But, it was probably my last chance to try an airline I had always wanted to try, so it was an opportunity I couldn't pass up. … [Read more...] about Review: Virgin America Main Cabin Select LAS-SFO
SLS Las Vegas is No Longer a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The SLS Las Vegas is a hotel that has failed to perform ever since it opened. But it's new owners think they can turn the property around. And part of their plan appears to be to end its relationship with Marriott International. So, the SLS Las Vegas is no longer a Tribute Portfolio hotel. … [Read more...] about SLS Las Vegas is No Longer a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Alaska Air Changes Inflight Food Options
Alaska Air has been busy integrating Virgin America's operations with its own and standardizing its service across its fleet. And part of that change, of course, involves the inflight experience. So expect new menus on your next flight as Alaska Air changes inflight food options to be more West Coast focused. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Changes Inflight Food Options
Non-Chase Cards Work with Shop through Chase
For some time now, I've been making purchases via Shop through Chase® using Chase co-brand credit cards. However, recently, I've discovered that non-Chase cards work with Shop through Chase as well! So let's revisit this lucrative points-earning strategy. … [Read more...] about Non-Chase Cards Work with Shop through Chase