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Loyalty Programs
Award charts, status runs, devaluations and sweet spots.
Amex’s 30% Avios Bonus: Act Only With an Award Ready to Book
The bonus cuts the Amex points needed for an Avios award by about 23%. Iberia and Qatar offer strong uses, but availability, fees and Canadian eligibility need checking before you transfer.
Award stopovers are harder to find: Aeroplan and Flying Blue offer useful options
Fewer loyalty programs let you add an extended stop to an award trip. Canadians and Americans should compare Aeroplan, Flying Blue and Alaska’s Atmos Rewards before transferring credit card points.
Avianca Lifemiles: Mileage purchase offer ends September 25 with bonuses up to 145%
A targeted mileage sale runs through September 25, 2026. Before buying, confirm the loyalty program, your eligibility and the full CAD cost against an available award booking.
Hyatt Business card offers 70,000 points: What US and Canadian owners should know
Chase’s Hyatt Business offer runs through Dec. 31, 2026. Eligible US applicants should weigh planned spending against the fee; Canadian owners should note this is a US-issued card, not a Canadian offer.
London vs. New York: A city-break challenge offers ideas for points travellers
TPG’s city-swap video offers London and New York itinerary inspiration, not a new loyalty deal. Compare flight awards, hotel points rates and cash costs before choosing your next short break.
Flying Blue’s Apple Store Offers Extra Miles, With Strict Returns and Slower Delivery
US shoppers can earn Flying Blue miles on eligible Apple purchases, but prices and rewards vary. Canadian access is unconfirmed, and restrictive returns make comparison shopping essential.
Chase Freedom Flex raises bonus to US$250: Compare cash back and airline transfers
Freedom Flex offers US$250 after US$500 in spending, topping Unlimited’s US$200 bonus. Eligible US applicants should compare earning rates; Canadian readers should check US-card eligibility before applying.
Venture X: Check lounge costs and Aeroplan options before paying the US$395 fee
Venture X pairs a US$395 fee with a portal travel credit and transferable miles. Check guest-access costs, award availability and US eligibility before applying.
Final week: Starbucks offers Aeroplan contest entries and 25% bonus Stars
Through Sept. 28, linked Aeroplan and Starbucks Rewards members can earn contest entries and bonus Stars on points conversions. Compare the coffee reward with your travel plans before transferring.
United drops a MileagePlus promo with bonus miles on transatlantic bookings
Registered members earn bonus miles on Europe-bound bookings through the end of the quarter.
Aeroplan tweaks partner award pricing: what Canadian travellers should book now
Short-haul partner awards move up modestly while long-haul Star Alliance business class stays a sweet spot.