If you are a member of the American Airlines AAdvantage program, you just received a free gift from the loyalty program. This holiday season the American Airlines AAdvantage program is giving a complimentary gift to…

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If you are a member of the American Airlines AAdvantage program, you just received a free gift from the loyalty program. This holiday season the American Airlines AAdvantage program is giving a complimentary gift to…
Beautiful beaches, white, green, red, pink, and even black sand, phenomenal hiking, biking, kayaking, sailing, swimming, etc. etc. If one of those aspects catch your attention, Hawaii is the destination for you…
Continuing our series of success stories, I wanted to share a story from 1TP subscriber Roxy, who was able to redeem points and secure a last minute, one-way transcontinental flight for cheap. Let’s take a look at the deal…
In early 2019, Hyatt and American Airlines launched a partnership where members could earn reciprocal benefits in each other’s elite programs. In other words, you could earn AA Miles in your sleep and Hyatt Points in the air…
It’s no secret the pandemic has ravaged the airline industry. In April, U.S. administration agreed to give the airlines a $25,000,000,000 (yes, billion) bailout to provide some relief. As a condition…
Most travelers understand the concept that when you fly, you accrue miles. However, many travelers don’t understand how to calculate the amount of miles they are going to obtain for flying. In fact, the overwhelming majority of flyers don’t check their…
It appears that American Airlines is planning to lay off 30% of management and administrative staff. You may remember a few months ago, an announcement was made that airlines would be receiving nearly $50 billion in loans and grants through the CARES Act. However, one of the stipulations to obtaining this money was…
I realize that many people are (probably) not looking for a new credit card at the moment but when I see a good deal, I always share it with you. The miles and points game can be confusing and when you read a blog that recommends that you…
For approximately the past 2 years, you could find two different award calendars on American Airlines’ website. In brief, the airline had simply launched a “new” calendar but hadn’t removed the “old” calendar but here’s the kicker…the calendars displayed different awards prices.
Let’s start off the week with some uplifting news. On Friday, all 4,000 staff at NYC Health and Hospitals/Elmhurst received an extraordinary surprise. In recognition of their hard work and dedication Hyatt Hotels and American Airlines announced…
In December 2018, it was it was revealed that Royal Air Maroc would be joining the Oneworld alliance. Is it a game-changer? For the majority of people, not likely. Is it great for Oneworld loyalists? Perhaps.
Personally, am I excited…
Despite the decision by airlines to ground much of their fleet, hundreds of airlines employees have tested positive for COVID-19 over the last few days and that number is expected to continue rising, according to information released by multiple unions…
Airlines are going great lengths to try and deny people cash refunds for canceled flights and they’re doing quite a good job at it as most consumers appear to believe they aren’t entitled to cash refunds.
Let my mistake(s) serve as an example of what NOT to do! In late October (2019), American Airlines offered an AMAZING deal with miles. During this ‘Economy Web Special’ award sale, it was possible to redeem as low as…
THIS IS HUGE!! It was announced today that Alaska Airlines and American Airlines are putting aside their differences and partnering up as Seattle-based Alaska intends to join Oneworld by mid-2021…
A few days ago, I posted an article to remind everyone that American Express was offering a 40% bonus for another 10 days. Within an hour I received an email from a reader asking…
American Airlines recently announced (although in the creepiest way) their summer 2020 international schedule. They added 5 new routes but one of their new transatlantic routes continue to show that Africa is…
One of the things that I learned quickly when I started earning points/miles and redeeming them is that the best value, often, isn’t where you