Wells Fargo adds Cathay Pacific Asia Miles as a transfer partner

Wells Fargo Rewards has been busy adding transfer partners lately. After adding JetBlue TrueBlue as a 1:1 transfer partner last fall and Wyndham Rewards as a 1:2 transfer partner earlier this month, the program is now adding another transfer partner: Cathay Pacific Asia Miles. Asia Miles is a 1:1 transfer partner, meaning every Wells Fargo…

Avoid airline change/cancellation fees on award tickets

Compensation can be difficult when airlines cancel flights due to weather, crew scheduling, maintenance or operational meltdowns. However, you’ll sometimes face steep fees when making changes or canceling your reservations. Fortunately, many airline loyalty programs — especially in the U.S. — waive these fees for award tickets, though policies still vary widely across global programs….

What is a credit card welcome offer? What you need to know

If you’ve been considering opening a credit card, you’ve likely come across the term “welcome offer.” These bonuses can be one of the most valuable parts of a new card — sometimes worth hundreds of dollars in cash back, points or travel rewards. But they often come with specific requirements, timelines and rules that can…