Learn how Aeroplan points work, how to earn and transfer them from major programs, understand the award chart, find sweet spots, use stopovers, and maximize value for premium flights to Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Aeroplan raises its award chart June 1 and Rove’s 25% transfer bonus ends June 6. Here’s how to search, transfer, and book before both deadlines hit.
Rove Miles now transfers to Air Canada Aeroplan at 1:1 — with a limited-time 25% bonus through June 6. Here’s what you can book and how to transfer smart.
Not all credit cards are created equal — and the right one depends entirely on you. In this honest, no-affiliate-bias guide I break down the best travel rewards credit cards across all four ecosystems, every major spending category, and every type of traveler. From complete beginners to advanced points and miles enthusiasts — this is where to start.
My personal toolkit for earning and redeeming points — everything I use to fly business class and book luxury hotels for less. Best points and miles tools and resources including Seats.aero, CardPointers, Savewise, Rove Miles, Rakuten, AwardTool and Thrifty Traveler
Yes, $31. No, it’s not a typo. Let’s set the scene. Five nights in Charleston, South Carolina — one of the most beautiful, history-soaked cities on the East Coast. Two hotels. Round-trip flights for two. The kind of trip that, if you booked it the “normal” way, would run you $2,878.81. What we actually paid out…
Wondering how to get around Japan and what it actually costs?
During our 10-day trip to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, we used a mix of the Shinkansen (bullet train), the Suica app for local transit, and taxis to navigate the country with ease. In this guide, I break down the exact cost of transportation in Japan, how to use tools like Google Maps to simplify your routes, and how we spent just $872 getting around multiple cities.
I also share how I booked Shinkansen tickets through Klook, when it makes sense to use taxis, and how to earn points on Japan transportation using the right credit cards and shopping portals.
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, this is everything you need to confidently navigate trains, buses, and taxis—while maximizing points along the way.
What if your dream trip to Japan during cherry blossom season didn’t cost $30,000… but under $300?
That’s exactly what I did.
By strategically opening the right credit cards, earning points across multiple programs, and booking at the right time, I was able to secure business class flights on Japan Airlines and hotel stays across Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo for a fraction of the price.
In this post, I break down exactly how I used 406,500 points across Alaska, Hyatt, and Marriott to create a nearly $30K trip—with real numbers, real strategy, and lessons learned along the way.
If you’ve ever wondered how people actually do this… this is your step-by-step example.
Transfer bonuses are one of the most overlooked tools in points travel — and one of the easiest ways to stretch the miles you already have. When a bank runs a transfer bonus, they’re giving you extra miles just for moving your points to a travel partner. Instead of the usual 1:1 rate, you might get 20%, 30%, or even 70% more — before you book a single thing.
But here’s what most people miss: a transfer bonus only has value if you know exactly what you’re redeeming for. In this guide, I break down how transfer bonuses work, how to evaluate whether one is actually worth acting on, and the sweet spots worth targeting with each current offer. Whether you’re chasing a business class seat or a free hotel night, this is the strategy behind making your points go further.
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Discover our unforgettable stay at the Grand Hyatt Kauai using Hyatt points. Explore Kipu Ranch ATV adventures, luxury rooms with ocean views, multiple pools, dining highlights, and tips for booking with points before award chart changes.
