In 2016, how you earn AAdvantage Elite status and redeemable reward miles has changed and with the new changes to the awards charts, it can be hard to know a good from a bad redemption. We’re here to help and have outlined four important things you need to know…
Stopovers and open-jaws are an excellent way to stretch your reward miles by adding extra destinations to your award trips for no extra miles and, if done right, can result in two one-way flights for the price of one…
Same-day confirmed flight changes can be a bargain (no more than $25) for those with a confirmed flight sold and operated by Alaska Airlines - which is one of the many reasons we love Alaska…
Have you ever wondered whether it is a good value to use the Fly & Buy feature when purchasing a flight; or whether to purchase, gift or share Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles with or without a bonus offer? Well then this Tip is for you…
The merger between Alaska Airlines and Virgin America is underway, here is everything you need to know about the changes and how you may be affected....
The Alaska Airlines Baggage Service Guarantee rewards a $25 discount code for use on a future Alaska Airlines flight or 2,500 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan bonus miles if your bags aren’t on the belt in 20 minutes…
It’s just smart business to bookmark and review the Alaska Airlines Flight Deals and Insider Discounts prior to purchasing a flight…
The annual Alaska Airlines companion pass is one of the best travel reward credit card perks out there - especially when the value is maximized…
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Learn a little known and very lucrative tip! You can feel secure booking your flight on the Alaska Airlines website or by phone, because if you find a lower fare they will match it…
Loyalty has it perks! Alaska Airlines Visa Signature non-business cardholders enjoy the first checked bag free for up to seven people traveling in the same reservation on Alaska Airlines flights...
Alaska Airlines and Emirates have officially announced their intention to become codeshare partners. This will expand Alaska’s codeshare partnerships to 13 and extends extensive Elite reciprocity to a third airline…
Come on in to learn the Alaska Airlines tip that will save you LOTS of money when you need to change or cancel your ticket…
Learn to avoid the high fees when using Alaska Airlines award miles to fly on British Airways and extend your journey with a free stopover…
The Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Elite status match offers non-Alaska Airlines Elite flyers a faster way to achieve Mileage Plan Elite status...
Have you ever wondered whether it is a good value to purchase, gift or share American AAdvantage miles, either with or without a bonus or discount offer? Well then this Tip is for you…
Save BIG with American Airlines! Bookmark and review the American Airlines Deals & Offers page prior to purchasing your next flight to score a last minute Fare Sale or other more flexible flight and bonus miles deals, a Vacation Package or a lucrative AAdvantage partner offer...
It’s stressful to push the buy button when purchasing an airline ticket with cash or reward miles. The fees to change or cancel can easily run into the hundreds for most types of tickets. It’s very important to know the American Airlines policies before you buy…
In 2016, how you earn AAdvantage Elite status and redeemable reward miles has changed and with the new changes to the awards charts, it can be hard to know a good from a bad redemption. We’re here to help and have outlined four important things you need to know…
Have you ever wondered whether it is a good idea or a bad idea to purchase, gift or share SkyMiles with or without a bonus offer? If yes, then this Tip is for you! Read on and we’ll give you our take on the opportunities and the potential pitfalls…
Delta and Virgin Atlantic have almost 40 daily flights between the US and the United Kingdom, which includes VIP treatment for SkyMiles members and decent award redemption opportunities…
Delta Airlines introduced a five cabin category rebranding in March 1, 2015, and Delta Comfort+ will become it's own fare category as of May 16, 2016. What does this mean for Delta Elites?
It’s stressful to push the buy button when purchasing an airline ticket with cash or Skymiles. Fees to change or cancel can easily run into the hundreds for most types of tickets, so it’s very important to know the Delta Airlines policies before you buy…
Knowing how to achieve Medallion Elite status and earn redeemable SkyMiles is pretty darn complex and with so many ways to redeem miles it’s hard to know a good redemption from a bad redemption. We’re here to help and have outlined four important things you need to know…
Delta's 20 minute Bags on Time Guarantee went from a two month trial to a permanent perk and has 2,500 SkyMiles attached…
The Delta SkyMiles program has changed significantly in 2015 with additional changes announced in mid-July 2015 and a major devaluation of SkyMiles expected starting June 1, 2016. Come on in to learn more about these changes...
Have you ever wondered whether it is a good idea or a bad idea to use the United MileagePlus Award Accelerator to buy miles when purchasing a flight; or to purchase, gift or share miles with or without a discount or bonus offer? If yes, then this Tip is for you...
Each week United Airlines offers special weekend award and cash deals for those who have the ability to make last minute trips. And you’ll also find some very good flight, vacation and cruise specials with more flexibility…
It’s stressful to push the buy button when purchasing an airline ticket with cash or reward miles. The fees to change or cancel can easily run into the hundreds for most types of tickets. It’s very important to know the policies of United Airlines before you buy…
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Let’s review the fees and policies across the airlines so the next time you go to purchase a cash or award ticket you have all of the information you need to make an informed decision...
We all know airline rewards miles have value. They are an asset. It’s no surprise then that many wish to leave their treasure trove of miles to a loved one when they pass - because what better memorial than the gift of travel? It's also prudent to determine in advance how miles are treated in the case of divorce...
The U.S. Department of Transportation requires that those who secure a non-refundable ticket from a US based carrier at least seven days before the flight, can change or cancel the reservation within 24 hours of booking without a change or cancel fee…
We realize booking award travel can be a frustrating and complicated process - Let trvlvip help! It's often She Travels Free and we want you save BIG too...
With over 11,000 restaurants to choose from and regular bonus offers, it’s easy to earn airline reward miles on Alaska, American, Delta and United when you dine…
Here at trvlvip we always suggest you choose a primary airline to credit most of your miles to and then fly that airline whenever possible. But, what happens when you can’t fly your favorite airline? Let’s dig into the airline partner alternatives for each major airline program so you’ll have an optimal mileage earning strategy on hand no matter the circumstances…
Our Members know trvlvip is the go-to source for the best loyalty travel Perks, Tips and inspiration. And Google does nearly everything well, so it’s no surprise that Google has enhanced their travel planning app to best-in-class status...
Buy your Gogo passes online before you fly and save up to 40%…
Stopovers and open-jaws are an excellent way to stretch your reward miles and provide a cost-efficient way to see memorable new destinations across the globe!
Free access to TSA PreCheck is gone so enroll in TSA PreCheck or Global Entry to stay in the fast lane…
When does it make sense to use reward miles for premium class seats and upgrades…
