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Now Get 60,000 Miles and a $99 Companion Ticket From Lesser-Known American AAdvantage Card

by Gary Leff on July 3, 2019

Jul 03 2019

Barclays has just increased the initial bonus offer for its AAdvantage Aviator Red Mastercard to (what’s tied for) a best-ever bonus offer of 60,000 miles after first purchase within 90 days and paying the card’s $99 annual fee — there is no minimum spend — but added on an unprecedented $99 companion ticket also after first purchase within 90 days.

I have a companion ticket from my Aviator Silver card and was just lamenting that I have only one as I plan a few domestic trips with my wife and infant daughter where American Airlines travel makes the most sense.

The Best All-Inclusive Hotel Redemptions

by Gary Leff on June 5, 2019

Jun 05 2019

A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.

Goldman Sachs Likely to Lose Money on New Apple Credit Card

by Gary Leff on May 29, 2019

May 29 2019

Citibank pulled out of advanced negotiations with Apple to be the new issuer of a co-brand card that will now launch from Goldman Sachs this summer. According to a report “J.P. Morgan Chase, Barclays and Synchrony, also bid on the business.”

One bank staffer is said to have texted a Goldman Sachs executive, “Dude, if that portfolio ever makes money, I’m buying you a beer.”

Will Chase and Citibank Eliminate the Priority Pass Airport Restaurant Benefit Too?

by Gary Leff on May 28, 2019

May 28 2019

American Express confirmed that Priority Pass cards they provide to customers will no longer provide a dining credit at airport restaurants effective August 1.

That naturally leads to a great deal of speculation about whether other card issuers will do the same thing. Here’s what I’ve uncovered.

Secret Citibank Business Card

by Gary Leff on May 9, 2019

May 09 2019

A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.

25% Transfer Bonus from Citibank to Turkish Miles & Smiles Through February 20

by Gary Leff on January 27, 2019

Jan 27 2019

It’s worth a reminder as well that Turkish Airlines offers some great award redemptions year-round. They add fuel surcharges onto redemptions, their pricing is very reasonable. Just told tell anyone you’re a Gülenist when you redeem your points.

Citibank Cardmember Holiday Gift and How a Buddhist Monk Saved Japan Airlines

by Gary Leff on December 18, 2018

Dec 18 2018

A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.

25% Discount on Turkish Airlines Domestic Awards

by Gary Leff on October 12, 2018

Oct 12 2018

Citibank added Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles as a transfer partner last year. That means plenty of people have access to Turkish frequent flyer miles.

As a result it’s worth sharing that Turkish is running a 25% discount on domestic award tickets for booking and travel through the end of the year.

Competition Works: Starting Thursday Citibank Improves Points Transfer Ratio to JetBlue

by Gary Leff on September 10, 2018

Sep 10 2018

Last month Chase added JetBlue as a transfer partner. Chase transfers are one-to-one.

Responding to this competition Citi is introducing improved transfer ratios to JetBlue effective September 13.

Air France Premium Economy Awards Half Off, New York – Paris From Just 22,750 Miles

by Gary Leff on September 2, 2018

Sep 02 2018

Routes are often discounted when flights aren’t full, suggesting that there should be good availability which is what we’re seeing for New York JFK – Paris Orly premium economy.

You can connect elsewhere in Europe if you wish. American Express, Chase, and Citibank points all transfer to Flying Blue.

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Now Get 60,000 Miles and a $99 Companion Ticket From Lesser-Known American AAdvantage Card

The Best All-Inclusive Hotel Redemptions

Goldman Sachs Likely to Lose Money on New Apple Credit Card

Will Chase and Citibank Eliminate the Priority Pass Airport Restaurant Benefit Too?

Secret Citibank Business Card

25% Transfer Bonus from Citibank to Turkish Miles & Smiles Through February 20

Citibank Cardmember Holiday Gift and How a Buddhist Monk Saved Japan Airlines

25% Discount on Turkish Airlines Domestic Awards

Competition Works: Starting Thursday Citibank Improves Points Transfer Ratio to JetBlue

Air France Premium Economy Awards Half Off, New York – Paris From Just 22,750 Miles

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