The Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard is now available — is it worth it?

Virgin Atlantic flyers, rejoice: The new Virgin Red Rewards Mastercard® is open for applications. The new Synchrony-issued card earns 3 points per dollar at Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Hotels and Virgin Voyages and comes with some unique and customizable perks for a $99 annual fee. Here’s what else to know. The information for the Virgin Red…

Check aircraft type and seats before redeeming points and miles

When booking your next points and miles redemption through your favorite airline program, checking the aircraft type and seat map can be just as important as finding a great redemption rate and schedule. This is because the seats on the aircraft operating your flight can differ enormously even within the same airline and aircraft type….

Transfer Hawaiian miles to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan

There’s been a major development in the merger of Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as the two carriers just launched the ability to transfer miles between their respective loyalty programs. While post-merger plans call for a single, combined loyalty program, this is an important first step — and opens up a lucrative new avenue for…

US connections after some international flights to get a lot easier

Are you tired of having to recheck your bags and clear security again for your connection after arriving in the U.S. on an international flight? Relief may be on the way — at least for some travelers. The Transportation Security Administration is laying the groundwork for a new program that will allow passengers flying from…