Korean SkyPass has long offered the best value when redeeming points or miles for travel to and from Hawaii. But since transferring points to SkyPass won't be an option come August 25, it's time to re-think our Hawaii award travel strategy. And so this is what earning Hawaiian award flights post-SkyPass will be like. … [Read more...] about Earning Hawaiian Award Flights Post-SkyPass
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Korean Airlines Leaving Chase Ultimate Rewards
Now, this is a sucker punch to the gut. Korean Airlines leaving Chase Ultimate Rewards removes our best award option for flights between Hawaii and the Continental U.S. … [Read more...] about Korean Airlines Leaving Chase Ultimate Rewards
Keeping an Eye on Hurricane Hector
The Central Pacific Hurricane season began on June 1 and runs through November 1. And, now, Hawaii's is watching its first hurricane of the season, Hurricane Hector. … [Read more...] about Keeping an Eye on Hurricane Hector
Alaska Air Seattle Lounges Leaving Priority Pass
The Alaska Air Seattle lounges leaving Priority Pass was inevitable. With never-ending crowding issues, even during my last visit two years ago, it was only a matter of time. But, there are other options at SEA. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Seattle Lounges Leaving Priority Pass
Review: The American Express Platinum Card
As you'll recall from my 2018 Strategy 2.0, I recently picked up the American Express Platinum Card. And it's a card I've long been conflicted about because my points strategy is different from many bloggers. I'm even conflicted about writing this review now, but here it is. … [Read more...] about Review: The American Express Platinum Card
Hawaiian Airlines Card Annual Fee Increase
Is there going to be a Hawaiian Airlines card annual fee increase for existing cardholders? The "new card" launch yesterday sure seems to hint at an increase. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Card Annual Fee Increase
Earning Hawaiian Air Award Flights with Credit Cards
It's been exactly two years since I last went over how to earn HawaiianMiles with credit cards. So, I'm going to revisit this topic, but change it up and talk about earning Hawaiian Air award flights with credit cards. … [Read more...] about Earning Hawaiian Air Award Flights with Credit Cards
My 2018 Credit Card Strategy 2.0
We're midway through 2018, and much has changed. So let's take a look at my 2018 credit card strategy 2.0. … [Read more...] about My 2018 Credit Card Strategy 2.0
Shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with Other Cards
Did you know that you can shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with other cards? Yes, you don't have to use an Ultimate Rewards Card to earn your bonus points! … [Read more...] about Shop the Ultimate Rewards Mall with Other Cards
Finally a Marriott Visa Certificate Reservation!
I haven't been able to use my Marriott Visa free night in years. However, finally, a Marriott Visa certificate reservation has become possible for me! But... … [Read more...] about Finally a Marriott Visa Certificate Reservation!