Bilt transfer partners: Full list of airlines and hotels

Bilt offers several ways to redeem Bilt Points, but transferring them to airline and hotel loyalty programs can be one of the most valuable options. With partners including United MileagePlus, Atmos Rewards and Hilton Honors, Bilt members can use their points to book everything from domestic flights to international business-class seats and luxury hotel stays….

Mereshi Safari Camp Serengeti Autograph Collection to open in Tanzania

Marriott is planning to open its latest safari camp in Tanzania’s Serengeti, and it looks like a stunner. Mereshi Safari Camp Serengeti, Autograph Collection will open in November, just a short drive from the Fort Ikoma airstrip in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park (your guide will be there to meet you with bottled water and chilled,…

Why transferable rewards beat airline and hotel points

Transferable rewards currencies, such as American Express Membership Rewards points, Chase Ultimate Rewards points, Citi ThankYou Rewards points and Bilt Points, consistently rank as some of the most valuable rewards in our monthly valuations. What makes these rewards particularly valuable is their ability to be transferred to various airline and hotel programs. If you look…

unique vacation rentals you can book with points

Hotel chains are increasingly incorporating boutique properties, nature lodges and other accommodations that go beyond the cookie-cutter expectations — without sacrificing the valuable benefits of loyalty programs. But what if you need more space to spread out while on vacation, or even want a full kitchen? Thankfully, some of our favorite hotel programs and credit…

Amex Business Platinum adds ZO coworking access

American Express is adding a benefit that could save some business cardmembers money on coworking spaces. Starting Oct. 22, eligible U.S. cardmembers with The Business Platinum Card® from American Express or the American Express® Corporate Platinum Card will receive a complimentary ZO membership from Tishman Speyer. The membership includes unlimited access to participating ZO Clubhouses,…

Alaska Airlines adds 2 more transpacific routes from Seattle

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have unveiled their two newest routes across the Pacific. Alaska on Tuesday announced new nonstop service from Seattle to Japan and Tahiti. Flights to Osaka, Japan, will begin May 14. Service to Papeete, French Polynesia, will kick off June 11. Both routes will be operated — at least to start…