[Kerwin at Passrider] Current Offers February 12, 2025

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MILES/POINTS TIP OF THE WEEK

Capitalize on Award Flash Sales

Airline loyalty programs sometimes roll out flash sales—short-lived promotions where you can book award flights for significantly fewer miles. These deals can be a game changer if you're ready to act fast!

How to Make the Most of Flash Sales:

1. Stay Informed:

   • Sign Up for Alerts: Subscribe to newsletters or follow your favorite airlines on social media to catch flash sale announcements as soon as they drop.

   • Frequent Flyer Forums: Check out online communities like FlyerTalk or The Points Guy for insider tips on upcoming or ongoing promotions.

2. Be Prepared:

   • Know Your Goals: Have a rough itinerary in mind so you can quickly search for award availability when a flash sale starts.

   • Keep Your Account Updated: Make sure your loyalty program account is in good standing and that your payment method is current—flash sales can fill up fast!

3. Act Fast:

   • Limited Windows: Flash sales often last just a few hours or days, so be ready to book immediately to secure the reduced mileage rates.

   • Flexible Travel Dates: Being flexible with your travel dates or destinations can open up more opportunities during these sales.

Pro Tip: If you spot a flash sale that aligns with your travel plans—even if it’s not your top choice—consider booking it. You can often use the savings to plan another trip later in the year!

PS: You can get lots more information about frequent traveler programs for airlines, hotels, and car rental companies in my frequent traveler course at https://cruisinaltitude.newzenler.com/courses/frequent-traveler-101.

HOTELS

If you book directly with the hotels, head over to https://www.passrider.com/hotels for links, and if you prefer to use an online travel agency, head over to https://www.passrider.com/expedia, my hotel booking partner.

STANDING STATUS MATCHES

Here are some more status match offers from other airlines. Remember that you cannot status match within the same Alliance. So if you have say American Airlines AAdvantage status, you can’t status match to British Airways:

Airlines

• Air France/KLM (SkyTeam)

• Alaska Airlines (oneworld)

• American Airlines (oneworld)

• British Airways (oneworld)

• Delta Air Lines (SkyTeam)

• jetBlue

• United Airlines (Star Alliance)

• Virgin Atlantic (SkyTeam)

Cruise Lines

• Virgin Voyages

BILT REWARDS MASTERCARD

CURRENT CREDIT CARD OFFERS

Here are a few credit card offers that came across my desk. They have points sign-up bonuses so you can use them in your travels. Usually, a minimum spend is required before you get the points, so ensure you read the terms and conditions and abide by them.

Click on the bolded titles for the card in which you’re interested.

Chase Marriott Bonvoy

Choose any Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card that is right for you. I can be rewarded too if you apply here and are approved for this card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/252j/0FY8DIDRGI

Capital One Credit Card

Capital One has several cards. See if you qualify for any of them.

IHG One Rewards Premier credit cards

• Earn 4 free nights with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card.

• Earn 80,000 bonus points with IHG One Rewards Traveler credit card.

• Earn 140,000 bonus points with the IHG One Rewards Premier Business credit card.

Note: If you do get approved for any of these cards, I will earn points from the partner. Thank you in advance.

FREQUENT TRAVELER COURSE

You can get a lot more information about frequent traveler programs for airlines, hotels, and car rental companies in my frequent traveler course at https://cruisinaltitude.newzenler.com/courses/frequent-traveler-101.

And if you have any questions about credit card offers or any other travel questions, please hit reply and let me know.

Thank you!

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Kerwin
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