Award Travel 101 Cruise (on Points), Racking and Stacking, and Keep or Kick it to the Curb
This week's discussion includes tips on earning sign-up bonuses with limited spending for those looking to accumulate points for Singapore travel. Members shared what they collect on their travels and how they display them.
News highlights include Virgin Red Cruises offering awards for just over one card bonus, potential changes in Aeroplan and Etihad Guest programs, and Marriott Bonvoy's upcoming shift to fully variable award pricing. There's also concern over American Airlines' removal of traditional "Saver" award charts.
The community shared their recent bonus earnings and trip updates, including cancellations and new bookings. The main feature explores when it's time to let go of a credit card, and the Q&A addresses whether to book flights immediately or wait for potential price drops.
Links to news and offers
- Virgin Red Cruises for just over One Card Bonus
- Award Travel 101 community member, Ashleigh Sch, booked
- 75K Venture Rewards - who should get this?
- Aeroplan PYB - 1.25 on Trav? Why it matters
- Etihad Guest - negative/positive changes on the horizon? Why it matters
- Marriott Bonvoy - fully variable award pricing is slated to arrive this month. How bad is it going to hurt and we've not been given an actual date for this to go into effect.
- American Airlines - Not only is 3/1 the NEW reset for status and earning Loyalty Points, but there may be more bad news on the horizon as AA is removing the traditional "Saver" award charts
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