How to transfer Chase points to United MileagePlus

Chase Ultimate Rewards is one of the best transferable rewards currencies due to its valuable hotel and airline partners, including United MileagePlus. Here’s how to transfer Chase points to United MileagePlus and other things you should know before transferring your Ultimate Rewards points to this useful frequent flyer program. How to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards…

Porter Airlines to join the Oneworld alliance? It’s possible

Could a once-niche Canadian airline be the next member of the Oneworld alliance? Porter Airlines seems to be pondering the idea. Over the past two years, the Toronto-based carrier has struck up partnerships with both Alaska Airlines and, most recently, American Airlines — the two Oneworld carriers based in the U.S. Those tie-ups allow Atmos…

10 luxury hotels for celebrating the holidays in style — bookable on points

Ready or not, the holidays are here, and that means twinkling lights, garlands, hot cocoa, decorated trees, menorahs and — for many people around the world — travel. If you’re looking to travel somewhere this year that really gets into the holiday spirit, consider heading to a hotel that takes the season seriously by decorating…

Air France extends La Premiere network to more U.S. cities

Air France will expand its ultra-luxurious La Premiere cabin to three new U.S. cities next year: Atlanta, Boston and Houston. The exclusive first-class cabin will be available to book on select Boeing 777-300ER aircraft starting in March 2026, Air France shared with TPG. With the rollout, La Premiere will be available on a total of…

Are you overpaying? How to minimize credit card surcharges

You may have noticed a growing trend at checkout: credit card surcharges. These small add-on fees might not seem like much, but they can quickly chip away at the value of your rewards — and your wallet. Often called convenience or service fees, surcharges help businesses offset rising processing and interchange costs. But knowing when…