Travel Hacks

Quick Summary Global Network: The SkyTeam alliance connects passengers to over 1,000 destinations in more than 160 countries through its member airlines. Two Elite Tiers: SkyTeam offers two status levels—Elite and Elite …

Quick Summary The best ways to use Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Points are for premium cabin award flights on partner airlines, especially ANA to Japan and Air France to Europe. This guide …

Quick Summary What is Award Travel: It’s the art of using points and miles to book flights and hotels for nearly free. Value Flexible Points: Points from programs like Chase or Amex …

Quick Summary Manual award searches are broken. Finding high-value “sweet spot” redemptions has become a frustrating, time-consuming process of checking dozens of websites. The Pointalize Award Sweet Spot Explorer is our solution. …

Quick Summary The “Sweet Spot” Redemption is Unbeatable. Booking ANA First Class through Virgin Atlantic for as few as 47,500 points one-way is arguably the single greatest deal in award travel, making …

Quick Summary The Goal: Calculate “Cents Per Point.” The only way to make a smart decision in the points vs cash debate for your hotel points is to calculate the value you’re …

Quick Summary The American Express transfer partners are the key to maximizing your points. They are the single most valuable feature of the Membership Rewards program, allowing you to unlock incredible value …

Quick Summary Award charts are predictable. They are like a restaurant menu with fixed prices, charging a set number of points for a flight between two specific zones, regardless of the cash …

Quick Summary The #1 mistake is transferring points *before* finding and confirming award availability. This single, irreversible action is the fastest way to destroy the value of your hard-earned rewards. Point transfers …

Quick Summary The best perks are often hidden in the fine print. While welcome bonuses are flashy, the real long-term value of a business card lies in its built-in insurance and protection …