The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago has conducted a study that shows credit cards that offer rewards points or cash back prompt consumers to spend more and accrue more debt. The report states that just… Continue Reading

Corporate travel managers are reporting that airlines are tightening up on granting elite status as part of corporate travel negotiations. The general consensus is that the airlines do not want the corporate… Continue Reading

Virgin America Elevate has been busy adding partners. Some of the latest additions include Carey and Embarque car partners. Elevate members can earn one point per $1 on premium chauffeured services with… Continue Reading

Tryp, Wyndham’s answer to Aloft, Courtyard by Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn, will open its first U.S. hotel in New York later this year and there are plans to build others across the country. The… Continue Reading

Now, Star Alliance members have more options when it comes time to spend their miles on Star Alliance upgrade awards. Air Canada, TAM and US Airways are now participating in the upgrade awards program… Continue Reading

Expedia ended its relationship with Thank You Rewards at the end of last year and is currently in the beta phase of Expedia Rewards, launching this spring. Members will earn one point per dollar spent… Continue Reading

Starwood Preferred Guest has a new partnership with Audience Rewards. Now, you can choose to earn Starpoints when you buy tickets to any Audience Rewards show or you can redeem Starpoints for tickets… Continue Reading

Join Best Western Rewards and set your earning preference to American AAdvantage by April 11, 2011 as a new member, and you’ll get 250 AAdvantage miles for joining. You’ll also get 250 AAdvantage… Continue Reading

If you fly ANA in first or business class to or from San Francisco by March 26, 2011, you can get an American Express Gift Card as a member of ANA Mileage Club. First class passengers will receive a $500… Continue Reading

Through March 31, 2011 when you book a balcony or suite through United Cruises, you’ll get up to 20,000 miles–and you can double the miles if you pay with your United Airlines Chase Visa… Continue Reading