We wrote about the beta launch of the new Expedia Rewards program in the March issue of InsideFlyer. An award chart was not released when the program initially launched but members can now redeem points for hotel awards and an award chart for flight awards is coming soon.

Hotel awards start at 3,500 points for a $25 hotel coupon and increase in value to 50,000 points for a $1,000 hotel coupon. There are no blackout dates or capacity restrictions on awards.

And through Aug. 31, 2011, Expedia Rewards members can earn double base points when booking an Expedia special rate hotel or hotel package and paying with a MasterCard. Advance registration is required at http://insideflyerus.wpengine.com/link/?4404