For a limited time, new cardholders can earn a $200 bonus after spending $2,000 on qualifying purchases within 90 days of account approval.
The catch? You must apply by November 13, 2026, to qualify.
There’s also a separate promotion offering elevated cash back at Walmart through December 31. Beyond these limited-time offers, the card has some rewarding benefits for anyone who regularly shops through Rakuten.
Current Rakuten Amex Card Offers
Here’s what’s currently available with the Rakuten Amex Card:
$200 welcome bonus: Apply by 13, 2026, and spend $2,000 within 90 days of account approval. The bonus is awarded after the 90-day period ends and may take another 15 days to appear in your Rakuten account.
4% cash back at Walmart: Earn an additional 3% on top of the card’s standard 1% rate on up to $1,000 in eligible Walmart purchases through December 31, 2026. That’s up to $40 in total cash back, including $30 from the promotion.
Extra 4% on Rakuten purchases: Earn an additional 4% cash back on eligible online and in-store Rakuten purchases, on top of the retailer’s regular Rakuten cash back rate. This ongoing benefit applies to the first $10,000 in eligible purchases per calendar year. After reaching that cap, eligible Rakuten purchases earn 1% from the card.
The card also offers the following standard earning rates:
10% cash back through Rakuten Dining, combining the card’s additional 5% with the program’s regular 5%.
2% cash back at grocery stores and restaurants.
1% cash back on other eligible purchases.
The Rakuten American Express Card has no annual fee.
You’ll need a Rakuten account to earn rewards with the card. If you don’t already have one, it’s free to join, and new members can earn a $50 bonus after spending $50 when signing up through a referral link by December 31, 2026.
The card’s biggest draw is its ability to stack rewards. If a retailer is offering 10% cash back through Rakuten, for example, paying with the Rakuten Amex could bring your total return to 14%, provided the purchase qualifies for the additional 4%.
And there’s another reason points-and-miles enthusiasts might find the card appealing.
Rakuten offers several ways to receive your rewards, including:
Check
PayPal
American Express Membership Rewards points
Bilt Rewards points
Samsung Cash
That means you can use Rakuten for everyday shopping and potentially turn those rewards into transferable points for travel, rather than taking cash back.
The card also includes several American Express network benefits, such as access to Amex Offers and Amex Experiences, along with retail protection for eligible purchases damaged or stolen within 90 days and extended warranty coverage of up to 12 additional months, subject to the applicable terms.
Just note that certain Rakuten purchases, including those made using Buy Now, Pay Later services and most travel purchases, earn only 1% rather than the additional 4%. Rakuten Dining also requires linking the card to your Rakuten wallet.
Buying hotel points might sound like an unnecessary extra step. After all, if a room is available, why not just pay for it?
Sometimes there’s a good reason. Buying the points needed to book a room can cost less than paying the hotel directly.
Wyndham Rewards sells points throughout the year and periodically runs promotions that lower their cost. There’s little reason to buy just because a sale is happening. But with a Wyndham stay already in mind, the program makes it easy to see whether buying points could save money.
That’s because Wyndham prices hotel award nights at one of four tiers: 5,000, 15,000, 30,000, or 45,000 points per room. And with Wyndham Homes & Havens, members can also redeem points for vacation rentals.
Current Wyndham Buy Points Offer
Wyndham is offering eligible members a 100% bonus when buying at least 3,000 points in a single transaction, bringing the purchase price down to approximately 0.65 cents per point.
The promotion also temporarily doubles the annual purchase limit to 200,000 points before the bonus.
Current promotion: 100% bonus on purchases of 3,000 or more points
Price per point: 0.65 cents
Offer ends: December 31, 2026
Annual purchase limit: 200,000 points before the bonus
Note that some members may see different offers, including an 80% bonus that brings the price to approximately 0.72 cents per point or a 90% bonus at roughly 0.68 cents per point.
Wyndham runs points sales periodically, so there’s rarely a reason to buy solely because a promotion is happening now. For reference, click the arrow below to see past offers.
What Wyndham’s Free Night Tiers Cost During This Sale
Wyndham’s four-tier redemption structure makes the math super simple.
At the current promotional price of approximately 0.65 cents per point, here’s roughly what it would cost to buy enough points for one night at each tier:
Points per night
Cost to buy points
5,000 points
$32.50
15,000 points
$97.50
30,000 points
$195
45,000 points
$292.50
These are effective costs based on the promotional rate, not necessarily exact purchase amounts.
For example, a hotel requiring 15,000 points per night would effectively cost $97.50 in purchased points. If the same room costs $175 in cash, buying points could save you money. But if the cash rate is $90, there’s no reason to buy points instead.
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You Can Also Use Wyndham Points for Vacation Rentals
Wyndham recently introduced Homes & Havens, a collection of professionally managed vacation rentals that members can book using points.
Homes & Havens uses a per-bedroom redemption structure rather than a flat rate for the entire property.
There are currently three redemption tiers:
15,000 points per bedroom, per night
30,000 points per bedroom, per night
45,000 points per bedroom, per night
At the current sale price, a two-bedroom rental at the lowest tier would cost approximately $195 per night in purchased points. A three-bedroom rental would cost about $292.50.
That could make buying points worthwhile for families or groups who would otherwise need multiple hotel rooms. Just keep in mind that taxes, cleaning fees, and other charges may still apply.
Check how many points it requires, calculate what those points would cost under the current promotion, and compare that with the cash price for the same room.
The math is simple:
Points needed × current price per point = cost to buy the points
A 30,000-point hotel night, for example, effectively costs about $195 in purchased points with the 100% bonus.
It’s still worth comparing the same accommodations and dates. Taxes, resort fees, and other charges can differ depending on how a stay is booked, so the headline room rate doesn’t always tell the whole story.
There’s little reason to stock up on Wyndham points without a stay in mind. Wyndham runs purchase promotions periodically, and another offer will eventually come along.
Instead, start with the hotel. Check the cash price, check which redemption tier it falls into, and calculate what those points would cost to buy.
Sometimes cash wins. Sometimes points do.
And with Wyndham’s four redemption tiers, figuring out which one is cheaper takes very little math.
Winter is a popular time of year for travel. Some travelers are looking to escape the cold, while others are planning ski trips, holiday getaways, or a few days exploring somewhere new.
And if you’re hoping to use points and miles, you’re probably already searching for flights. At least that’s what the data shows.
We looked at PointsYeah search data to see which short-haul international destinations travelers were searching for most from U.S. airports for winter 2026–2027. The results include plenty of familiar beach destinations, but also a few cities that might surprise you.
From Mexico and the Caribbean to Canada and South America, here’s what makes each destination worth considering for a winter getaway.
Cancún, Mexico (CUN)
It’s not hard to see why Cancún is a popular winter destination. Warm weather, beaches, and tons of resorts make it an appealing escape when temperatures drop across much of the U.S.
Or, for much of the year, actually.
Winter also falls during the region’s relatively dry season. Beyond the Hotel Zone, travelers can explore Isla Mujeres, visit Mayan archaeological sites, or head south toward Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya.
Cancún is served by a wide range of U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, United, Southwest, and JetBlue.
If you’d rather spend your winter vacation exploring a city than sitting on a beach, Mexico City is another top option.
The Mexican capital has an amazing food scene, world-class museums, and historic architecture. Neighborhoods like Roma Norte and Condesa are packed with restaurants and cafés. Winter brings mild afternoons, cooler evenings, and relatively little rain.
Mexico City also has extensive air connections with the U.S., including service from Aeromexico and several major U.S. carriers.
Aruba has long been a favorite for travelers looking for reliable sunshine, and winter is an especially popular time to visit.
Eagle Beach and Palm Beach are among its biggest attractions, but there’s more to do than sit by the water, such as visiting Arikok National Park or exploring the island’s hiking trails.
Aruba has nonstop flights from several major U.S. airports, particularly along the East Coast. And because the airport offers U.S. preclearance, you can complete immigration formalities before boarding your flight home.
For travelers who want to get away without planning every detail of their trip, Punta Cana should be top of mind.
The region is known for its all-inclusive resorts, many of which bundle accommodations, meals, drinks, and activities into a single price (or award booking, in some cases).
Punta Cana International Airport sees flights from numerous U.S. gateways, so there’s a good chance you can fly your preferred airline to PUJ.
Not everyone wants to escape winter. Vancouver is a great option for travelers who’d rather embrace it.
The city combines excellent restaurants, waterfront neighborhoods, and easy access to the mountains. Grouse Mountain and Cypress Mountain are nearby, and Whistler Blackcomb is roughly two hours away by car. Just don’t expect snow everywhere, as Vancouver’s winters are often rainy at sea level.
Vancouver International Airport is well connected to the U.S., particularly through West Coast gateways and major airline hubs.
Los Cabos offers a different kind of Mexican beach vacation, with desert landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and luxury resorts at the southern tip of Baja California.
Cabo San Lucas is known for its marina and nightlife, while San José del Cabo has a quieter atmosphere, art galleries, and restaurants. Winter is also whale-watching season, with humpback and gray whales migrating through the surrounding waters during this time of year.
Los Cabos International Airport has nonstop service from numerous U.S. cities, particularly in the western half of the country.
Guatemala offers something a little different from the beach destinations on this list.
Many travelers arriving in Guatemala City continue to Antigua, a colonial city surrounded by volcanoes, or head to Lake Atitlán for mountain scenery and lakeside villages. Winter coincides with Guatemala’s dry season, so it’s a great time for hiking and outdoor activities.
La Aurora International Airport has nonstop connections with several U.S. airports. Antigua is generally about an hour or more away by road, depending on traffic.
Punta Cana may attract much of the Dominican Republic’s resort traffic, but Santo Domingo offers a different experience.
The country’s capital is home to a UNESCO-listed Colonial Zone, with centuries-old architecture, lively public squares, restaurants, and museums. And while it isn’t primarily a beach destination, there are coastal areas within driving distance.
Winter brings warm weather and generally less rainfall, while Las Américas International Airport has nonstop flights from several U.S. cities, particularly in Florida and the Northeast.
While much of the U.S. is bundled up for winter, Lima is enjoying summer, with warmer temperatures and more sunshine from December through March.
Peru’s capital is especially appealing for food lovers, with internationally recognized restaurants and neighborhoods like Miraflores and Barranco where you’ll find cafés, galleries, and Pacific Ocean views. Lima can also be a starting point for exploring the rest of Peru, although the Andes experience their rainy season during these months.
Jorge Chávez International Airport has nonstop flights from several major U.S. gateways, including Miami, Atlanta, Houston, and New York.
Grand Cayman rounds out the list with another warm-weather Caribbean getaway.
Seven Mile Beach is the island’s best-known attraction. There, you’ll find clear water, white sand, and plenty of resorts and restaurants. Visitors can also snorkel, dive, visit Stingray City, or explore quieter parts of the island.
Winter brings warm temperatures and generally drier conditions. Owen Roberts International Airport has nonstop flights from several U.S. gateways, making Grand Cayman particularly convenient for travelers departing from the eastern half of the country.
These 10 destinations were among the most searched international destinations from U.S. airports on PointsYeah for winter 2026–2027.
Search interest doesn’t necessarily mean award seats will be available on every date or from every airport. But it does offer a look at where travelers are hoping to put their points and miles to work this winter.
If one of these destinations is on your list, you can use PointsYeah to view award flights across airlines and loyalty programs, search flexible dates, and see what options are available from your preferred departure airport.
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Winter travel dates around Christmas, New Year’s, and school holidays can be especially competitive. Searching as early as possible and checking a range of dates can help you find more options.
It’s also worth considering nearby departure airports, even if that means booking a separate positioning flight to reach your international departure point.
Veterans Day is an opportunity to recognize those who have served in the U.S. military (and if you’ve served, thank you for your service). But when it comes to air travel, many of the benefits available to service members and veterans extend well beyond November 11.
Several major U.S. airlines offer discounted fares, complimentary checked bags, priority boarding, and other travel benefits. Depending on the airline, these perks can save travelers quite a bit of money, especially when traveling with family or checking multiple bags.
There’s an important distinction, though. Not every military travel benefit is available to veterans. Some are reserved for active-duty service members, while others extend to retirees, veterans, and eligible family members.
Here’s what eight U.S. airlines offer and who qualifies.
Active-duty military and accompanying eligible family
Free carry-on and checked bags, priority boarding
Eligibility, verification requirements, and benefits vary by airline. Some offers require booking by phone or enrollment in a paid membership program.
What Each Airline Offers
American Airlines
American offers active-duty U.S. military members up to three complimentary checked bags when traveling for personal reasons, or up to five when traveling on orders. Active-duty service members with valid identification can also board in Group 1.
The airline also offers special government and military fares in certain markets, although travelers need to contact reservations to check availability.
For veterans, American participates in the WeSalute program, which provides access to select vacation savings through a paid membership. These are separate from the active-duty baggage and boarding benefits.
Delta Air Lines
Delta offers active-duty military members additional checked baggage allowances, early boarding, and access to special military fares, which can be reserved by phone or by messaging the airline.
The number of complimentary bags depends on whether the traveler is flying on military orders or for personal reasons, as well as the cabin booked.
Delta also has special policies for military-related pet travel and certain medical emergency trips involving injured service members.
United Airlines
United offers active-duty military travelers up to five complimentary checked bags, depending on the purpose of travel, along with preboarding and United Club access when certain requirements are met.
The airline also offers a 5% discount on eligible leisure fares for active-duty service members who verify their status through MileagePlus. The discount applies to the base fare on select United-operated flights and can cover up to nine passengers on the same reservation. Basic economy fares are excluded.
Certain cadets, reservists on active orders, and recently discharged service members may also qualify for military benefits.
For veterans, United offers separate discounts on eligible flight-and-hotel packages booked through United Vacations.
Southwest Airlines
Southwest offers military fares to eligible active-duty service members and their dependents. These fares aren’t available through the airline’s website, so travelers must call Southwest or visit an airport ticket counter to book.
Active-duty military members also receive priority boarding before Group 1 and exemptions from checked baggage fees, including certain excess, oversized, and overweight bag charges.
Alaska Airlines
Alaska offers military fares in select markets, along with baggage benefits and certain lounge privileges for eligible service members.
For example, active-duty personnel traveling on qualifying government-sponsored itineraries may receive complimentary Alaska Lounge access. Other eligible active-duty travelers may qualify for discounted lounge day passes.
Alaska also participates in WeSalute and provides flight discounts to eligible members, including veterans.
One important distinction is that Alaska’s special military fares generally apply to qualifying active-duty travel and certain recently discharged service members, rather than all veterans.
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JetBlue
JetBlue has one of the more straightforward offers for veterans.
Through WeSalute+, eligible veterans, military retirees, and their families can receive a 5% discount on JetBlue-operated flights, along with two complimentary checked bags weighing up to 50 pounds each.
Active-duty military travelers can receive similar benefits without enrolling in WeSalute+, with additional baggage allowances when traveling on duty.
There are a few catches. WeSalute+ is a paid membership, and eligible travelers must call JetBlue to book. The discount applies to the base fare, not taxes or fees, and doesn’t apply to tickets booked with TrueBlue points.
Allegiant Air
Allegiant’s military benefits stand out because they explicitly extend to veterans and eligible family members, not just active-duty personnel.
Through its Allegiant Honors program, eligible travelers can receive two complimentary checked bags, a free carry-on, priority boarding, and even one in-cabin pet without the usual fee.
Eligible spouses, domestic partners, children, and dependents traveling on the same itinerary can also receive benefits.
Considering how many of Allegiant’s usual services carry additional fees, those exemptions could make a substantial difference to the total cost of a trip.
Frontier Airlines
Frontier doesn’t offer a general military airfare discount, but it does provide several baggage benefits to eligible active-duty military members and accompanying spouses and children.
These include a complimentary carry-on bag, two checked bags, and waivers for certain oversized and overweight baggage charges. Eligible travelers can also receive priority boarding.
Military members can verify their status through ID.me, after which the benefits can be applied to eligible reservations.
What About Veterans Specifically?
Many of the most generous airline benefits, particularly complimentary checked bags and priority boarding, are reserved for current service members. Having previously served doesn’t automatically qualify a traveler for those perks.
However, some airlines offer expanded eligibility:
Allegiant: Includes veterans in its military benefits program.
JetBlue: Provides veteran discounts and baggage benefits through WeSalute+.
Alaska: Offers flight discounts through WeSalute+.
American: Offers select vacation savings through WeSalute.
United: Offers discounts on eligible United Vacations flight-and-hotel packages for veterans.
Before booking, check whether a discount requires membership in a third-party program, whether it applies to everyone on the reservation, and whether it can be combined with other offers.
How to Make Sure You Receive Your Benefits
The U.S. Department of Transportation maintains a Support Our Troops dashboard that compares certain commitments airlines make to current service members and their families.
Those commitments include baggage allowances and flexibility when military orders interfere with travel. However, the dashboard isn’t a complete list of military discounts, and an airline without a particular commitment may still offer the benefit under its own policies.
Before booking, check the airline’s eligibility requirements and whether you need to verify your status, present military identification, or call reservations.
And if you’re considering a discounted military fare, compare it with the regular price. Special fares aren’t necessarily the cheapest option on every route.
Most of these benefits are available year-round, so there’s no need to wait until Veterans Day to use them. Just be sure you know which benefits you’re eligible for before booking.
Credit card rewards tend to get measured in points, miles, and statement credits. And when used strategically, those benefits can make a big difference in what you spend on travel and other experiences.
But there’s another side to credit card benefits that doesn’t get nearly as much attention: the experiences you can access simply by having a particular card in your wallet.
For Citi cardholders, that might mean getting a seat at a sought-after restaurant, attending a private dinner with a renowned chef, or enjoying an event built around Formula 1.
I recently spoke with Courtney “CJ” Joseph, Citi’s Head of Reward Products & Premium Customer Experience, about the bank’s growing focus on dining and entertainment. Much of our conversation centered on what cardholders can do with their cards, rather than just what they can earn and burn.
And Citi has a few neat programs worth knowing about, even if you’ve never given much thought to credit card experiences.
The Supper Club
Getting a reservation at a popular restaurant can be difficult enough. Finding a way into a private dinner with the chef is another matter entirely.
That’s the broad appeal of The Supper Club, which gives eligible Citi Strata Elite cardmembers access to exclusive dining events at restaurants around the country.
Events typically feature a specially curated menu, often developed with the restaurant’s head chef, and bring together a small group of cardmembers for an evening centered on the food and the people preparing it.
The program has expanded throughout 2026, with participating restaurants including Fooq’s in Miami, Mother Wolf in Los Angeles, Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf in Chicago, and Cafe Carmellini in New York (a personal favorite). Other events have taken place in Dallas and the Hamptons.
Citi says demand has been strong, as you might expect, and we’ve noticed that events frequently sell out quickly. Given the restaurants involved, that’s not all that surprising.
Of course, access doesn’t mean a free meal. Tickets for some events have started around $100 per person, though prices vary by restaurant.
Eligible Strata Elite cardmembers can browse upcoming events and purchase tickets through The Supper Club’s Citi page. Events for 2027 haven’t been announced yet, but you can join the notification list to hear when new dates become available.
New events are typically released one or two at a time, so it’s worth acting quickly if something comes up that you’re able to attend.
The Curated Table
Citi’s other dining series, The Curated Table, pairs food with major cultural events.
Developed in partnership with Mastercard’s Priceless program, the series has featured experiences tied to fashion, motorsports, and the arts.
For 2026, Citi organized three events:
New York City, September 9: A fashion-themed experience featuring designer Christian Siriano and chefs Michael and Bryan Voltaggio.
Austin, October 21: A Formula 1-themed event featuring the McLaren Mastercard team, dinner, and a special driver appearance.
Miami, December 2: An art-focused experience coinciding with Miami’s Art Week, featuring dining, music, and immersive programming.
The Austin event gives you a sense of where Citi is going with this partnership. With Formula 1’s growing popularity in the U.S. (and around the world), an evening involving an actual F1 team is quite different from a typical restaurant reservation.
Tickets have started at $100, with more expensive packages available for certain events. Access is limited to eligible Strata Elite cardmembers.
Citi Entertainment Isn’t Just for Premium Cardholders
The dining experiences above are geared toward Citi’s premium cardholders, but you don’t necessarily need a premium travel card to take advantage of Citi’s entertainment benefits.
Citi Entertainment has been around for years and offers eligible Citi credit and debit cardholders access to concert presales, preferred seating, sporting events, and other opportunities through partnerships including Live Nation.
The biggest draw is often the chance to purchase tickets before the general public. If you’ve ever tried getting tickets to a popular concert, you know how useful another presale window can be.
Depending on the event, there may also be VIP packages or other special experiences.
You can browse upcoming opportunities at Citi Entertainment. These aren’t necessarily discounted tickets, but it’s worth checking what’s available before heading straight to a general ticketing site.
Where Citi Goes From Here
Dining and lifestyle benefits have become an increasingly competitive space for credit card issuers.
American Express has its Resy partnership, which it expanded with the acquisition of Tock. Chase has built out Sapphire-exclusive dining experiences, and Capital One has been investing in restaurant access and entertainment benefits of its own.
Citi is looking to compete for that same audience.
During our conversation, Joseph described Citi’s dining strategy around three ideas: access, experience, and value.
The Supper Club focuses on private dinners at sought-after restaurants, while The Curated Table connects dining with cultural and sporting events. Citi also offers more everyday dining benefits, including elevated weekend “Citi Nights” dining rewards on the Strata Elite and inKind credits on the Citi / AAdvantage Executive World Legend Mastercard.
But the value of these experiences depends quite a bit on where you live and travel. A private dinner in New York or Los Angeles isn’t particularly useful if you rarely visit either city.
That’s something I was curious about during my conversation with Joseph. Citi has expanded The Supper Club’s geographic reach this year, but hasn’t announced specific plans to bring these experiences to additional cities (beyond the obvious big ones) or make them available on more cards.
I also wouldn’t suggest opening a premium credit card solely for access to these events. Availability is limited, tickets cost extra, and there’s no guarantee that something you’re interested in will be offered near you.
That said, if you already have an eligible Citi card, take a look at the upcoming events. And if nothing catches your eye right now, check back from time to time. The Supper Club in particular is worth watching as Citi begins announcing its 2027 lineup.
As of November 10, travelers can book select GOL flights through Alaska Airlines (and Hawaiian Airlines, for that matter). These bookings come with benefits like checked baggage transfers to the final destination and the ability to earn Atmos Rewards points on eligible GOL flights booked through either airline.
And there’s more on the way in early 2027. The release teases that Atmos Rewards members will be able to redeem points for GOL flights.
What Will GOL Awards Cost With Atmos Rewards?
Alaska hasn’t published GOL-specific redemption rates, but its existing distance-based partner award charts offer some clues.
For example, GOL operates flights between New York (JFK) and Rio de Janeiro (GIG), a route covering approximately 4,804 miles. Under the current Atmos Rewards partner award chart, that falls into the 4,001–6,000-mile band, with starting prices of:
Economy: 25,000 points
Premium economy: 32,500 points
Business: 50,000 points
These are published starting rates for the relevant distance band, not confirmed GOL redemption prices. Actual pricing and eligible cabins will depend on how Alaska implements the partnership.
More South America Connections Through American Airlines
Alaska is also expanding its partnership with American Airlines. This will allow travelers to book additional itineraries connecting Alaska and Hawaiian flights to American’s South American network.
The initial expansion will focus on Brazil, with connections through New York (JFK), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), and Miami (MIA) to Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. Additional destinations are expected in 2027.
Frontier Airlines is officially taking reservations for its new first class seats. As of today, travelers have the option to book a more spacious seat at the front of the aircraft for flights departing March 5, 2027, and later.
The airline announced November 10 that installation of the new seats is already underway, with completion expected in less than four months. The new cabins will also feature more extra-legroom seating, while USB-C charging ports and Starlink Wi-Fi are scheduled to roll out throughout 2027.
Here’s what Frontier’s new first class will look like, how much it costs (for now), and what else is changing onboard.
Frontier’s New First Class: Seats, Pricing, and Perks
Frontier’s new first class cabin will occupy the first two rows of the aircraft. Seats will be arranged in a 2-2 configuration rather than the typical 3-3 layout.
That means wider seats, no middle seats, and up to 37 inches of seat pitch.
Reservations are now open for flights departing March 5, 2027, and later.
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To celebrate the launch, Frontier is offering introductory pricing starting at $129 one way for its First bundle, which includes:
A first class seat
Two checked bags
One carry-on bag
Board First priority boarding
The promotional rate is available for new bookings made by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on November 16, 2026, for eligible nonstop domestic flights between March 5 and April 5, 2027.
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Booking Frontier first class with miles
Travelers can also use Frontier Miles to book the new first class product, although the cost depends on whether you pay for the flight, the bundle, or both with miles.
For example, a search for Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Denver (DEN) on March 31, 2027, showed four options:
$136 for a one-way ticket with the First bundle ($137 for non-Discount Den members)
5,000 miles + $115 when redeeming miles for the flight and paying for the bundle
8,000 miles + $27 when paying for the flight and redeeming miles for the bundle
13,000 miles + $6 when redeeming miles for both the flight and bundle
Ultimately, which option makes the most sense depends on how many Frontier Miles you have and how much you’d prefer to spend out of pocket.
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It’s also worth keeping in mind that these prices reflect Frontier’s introductory promotion, so they (more than likely) won’t be representative of what first class will cost over the long term.
Beyond first class, Frontier is expanding its extra-legroom seating options across the next six rows of the aircraft.
Rows three through eight will offer up to 34 inches of pitch, giving travelers more space without paying for first class. Select rows will also feature Frontier’s UpFront Plus seating, which guarantees an empty adjacent middle seat.
These seats will be available through Frontier’s Premium bundle, with introductory pricing starting at $90 one way.
The Premium bundle includes extra-legroom seating, a carry-on bag, and Board First priority boarding. The same November 16 booking deadline and March 5–April 5 travel window apply to the introductory pricing.
Like first class, the expanded extra-legroom seating is expected to be installed by March 5, 2027.
USB-C Power and Starlink Wi-Fi Are Coming in 2027
Frontier is also making broader improvements to its onboard experience. However, these won’t necessarily be available when the new seats debut.
The airline plans to introduce USB-C charging ports at every seat in the first eight rows, covering both first class and the expanded extra-legroom section.
Separately, Frontier will begin installing Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet, which’ll give passengers access to high-speed connectivity for browsing, streaming, and working onboard.
Both enhancements will begin rolling out in 2027, with installations progressing aircraft by aircraft throughout the year. Frontier hasn’t provided a firm completion date for either feature.
American Airlines just launched a three-day AAdvantage award sale. Discounted flights across its domestic and international network start at just 7,000 miles one way.
The promotion runs from November 9 through 11:59 p.m. Central Time on November 11, 2026, and covers eligible travel between January 11 and February 28, 2027.
So, you’ll need to move swiftly to take advantage of it.
American says more than one million Main Cabin award seats were available starting at 8,000 miles one way when the promotion began. Flights to South America, Europe, and Asia are also included, with some starting at just 12,000 miles.
Where You Can Fly With the AAdvantage Award Sale
American is advertising the following starting redemption rates:
Domestic U.S. flights: From 8,000 miles one way
Flights to/from Chicago: From 7,000 miles one way
Mexico, Caribbean, and Central America: From 8,000 miles one way
South America: From 12,000 miles one way
Europe, Middle East, and India: From 22,500 miles one way
Asia and South Pacific: From 25,000 miles one way
These prices apply to select Main Cabin flights originating in the contiguous United States. Availability varies by route and date.
American’s promotional page also highlights several domestic one-way examples (some of which price below the advertised minimums), including:
Chicago (ORD) → Miami (MIA): 7,000 miles + $6
Philadelphia (PHL) → Orlando (MCO): 7,500 miles + $6
Dallas (DFW) → New York (LGA): 8,000 miles + $6
Phoenix (PHX) → Miami (MIA): 8,000 miles + $6
Los Angeles (LAX) → Tokyo (HND): 25,000 miles + $6
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How to Find Discounted American Airlines Award Flights
You can search eligible AAdvantage award flights directly through American Airlines or use PointsYeah to look for award availability across different dates and destinations.
With PointsYeah, you can see American’s award pricing against other loyalty programs, which is particularly useful if you have transferable points or miles in multiple programs.
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What to Know Before Booking
There are a few important restrictions to keep in mind:
Booking window: November 9–11, 2026, ending at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
Travel window: January 11–February 28, 2027. Eligible flight segments must be completed by February 28 (though we’ve seen discounted flights beyond the travel window).
Eligible flights: American Airlines and American Eagle marketed and operated flights only. Codeshares are excluded.
Existing bookings: The promotion cannot be applied retroactively.
Other dates, cabins, and departure cities may be available at higher award prices, but they won’t necessarily qualify for the advertised promotional rates.
With only three days to book and a relatively short travel window, this is worth checking sooner rather than later if you’re planning a trip early next year. Even if your preferred route isn’t listed among American’s examples, it may be worth searching to see what’s available.
Alaska Airlines’ Atmos Rewards program uses distance-based award charts to price flights on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and its airline partners.
How many points you’ll need depends on where you’re flying, the distance of your itinerary, your cabin, and which airline operates your flight.
Below, you’ll find the Atmos Rewards award charts for Alaska and Hawaiian flights, along with separate charts for partner airlines, including American Airlines, Qatar Airways, and others.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Award Chart
Flights operated entirely by Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines follow the same award chart, which covers travel within North America.
The prices below are starting rates for one-way awards. Actual prices can vary based on the route, travel dates, availability, and number of flight segments.
Within North America
Distance (miles)
Economy
First
Less than 700
From 4,500
From 15,000
701–1,400
From 7,500
From 25,000
1,401–2,100
From 10,000
From 25,000
2,101–3,500
From 12,500
From 30,000
3,501+
From 20,000
From 60,000
Flights to Europe, Asia, and beyond
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines also operate international flights beyond North America, although there’s no published award chart for these routes.
For example, Alaska flies from Seattle (SEA) to Reykjavik (KEF), London (LHR), and Rome (FCO). While there’s no published starting price, economy awards to London and Rome often start around 30,000–42,500 points. Business-class awards can be as low as 95,000 points, although seats at that price are harder to find and actual rates can be considerably higher.
Reykjavik awards tend to start around 32,500 points in economy and 125,000 points in business class. Alaska operates this route with a smaller Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, meaning fewer seats are available to sell at the outset (hence higher prices).
Across the Pacific, Hawaiian Airlines awards from Honolulu (HNL) to Japan can start around 30,000 points in economy or 120,000 points in business class. From the mainland U.S., awards to Japan and South Korea can start around 30,000 points in economy and 150,000 points in business class.
These are examples of observed pricing rather than published award rates, so what you find may differ.
Atmos Rewards Partner Award Charts
Atmos Rewards also lets you redeem points for flights on partner airlines, including members of the Oneworld alliance and other non-alliance carriers.
Some of the bigger names include American Airlines, British Airways, Fiji Airways, Qatar Airways, Philippine Airlines, and Air Tahiti Nui, among others.
Partner awards follow separate distance-based charts organized by geographic region. Each chart lists starting redemption rates by cabin, although actual prices can be higher.
For example, Alaska offers access to additional award inventory on certain partners, including Qatar Airways. These extra seats can come with higher redemption rates than the published starting prices.
There are a few things worth knowing before using these charts.
Distance and connections matter. Atmos Rewards uses the total distance of your itinerary, including connections, to determine the applicable distance band. Adding a connection won’t necessarily increase the price, but it could push your itinerary into a higher band.
Mixed-cabin awards price at the higher cabin. If an itinerary includes both economy and business class, for example, the entire award is priced at the business class rate, regardless of how long each segment is. So, check the cabin on every flight before booking to make sure you’re getting what you expect.
Partner awards carry an additional fee. Awards involving partner airlines have a nonrefundable $20 fee per person, each way, although this fee is waived for Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite cardholders. Taxes and other applicable charges still apply.
There are also a few rules specific to partner awards. Eligible international itineraries can include one stopover of up to 14 days per one-way award, and awards beginning and ending outside the United States must be booked at least 72 hours before departure.
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How to Earn More Atmos Rewards Points
You don’t have to fly Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines regularly to build up a balance of Atmos Rewards points.
You can earn points through eligible flights on Alaska, Hawaiian, and partner airlines, as well as through Atmos Rewards credit cards and participating shopping and travel partners. It’s also possible to buy Atmos Rewards points (sometimes with a discount or bonus).
Atmos Rewards is also a transfer partner of Bilt Rewards, allowing eligible Bilt points to transfer at a 1:1 ratio. Alaska is also slated to add Bank of America as a transfer partner at some point in the not-so-distant future.
For travel enthusiasts, American Express Membership Rewards points have traditionally been useful for booking flights and hotels, whether through transfers to airline and hotel partners or bookings through Amex Travel.
But now, cardmembers have a new way to use them: buying sports merchandise, collectibles, and more.
Membership Rewards points transfer to Fanatics at a rate of 1,000 points to $10 in FanCash. That’s a fixed redemption value of 1 cent per point.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
1,000 Membership Rewards points → $10 FanCash
5,000 Membership Rewards points → $50 FanCash
10,000 Membership Rewards points → $100 FanCash
25,000 Membership Rewards points → $250 FanCash
50,000 Membership Rewards points → $500 FanCash
Like transfers to other partners, transfers must be made in increments of 1,000 points, with a minimum of 1,000 and a maximum of 999,000 points per transaction.
Amex’s transfer partner page lists an estimated processing time of up to 48 hours.
FanCash can be used across the Fanatics platform for eligible purchases, including sports apparel, trading cards, collectibles, tickets, and other experiences.
You’ll need a Fanatics ONE account to transfer points. And like airline and hotel transfers, transfers to Fanatics are irreversible.
FanCash can also expire. Under the program’s terms, FanCash earned from eligible purchases or qualifying transactions expires one year after the transaction. However, making another eligible purchase or qualifying transaction can extend the expiration date of your existing FanCash balance.
At 1 cent per point, the new Fanatics option offers a straightforward way to use Membership Rewards points outside of travel, without necessarily settling for the comparatively lower redemption values associated with some other options, such as gift cards or merchandise purchases.
Of course, transferring Membership Rewards points to airline and hotel partners can deliver considerably more value, particularly when booking premium-cabin flights.
But not everyone wants to use their points for travel. For cardmembers who regularly shop at Fanatics, this adds another option, albeit one that trades the potential upside of travel redemptions for a fixed value.
Fanatics Also Introduces a New Amex Card
The transfer partnership arrives alongside the announcement of the new Fanatics American Express Card, a no-annual-fee credit card issued by First Electronic Bank and powered by the American Express network and Imprint.
The card earns FanCash on purchases, including elevated rewards across the Fanatics ecosystem, and features more than 500 customizable designs inspired by trading cards featuring professional athletes.
