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š³ Donāt Forget to Check Your Amex Offers
If you have an American Express card, you may be leaving money on the table by ignoring the Amex Offers section.
These targeted deals can give you statement credits or bonus points when you spend with participating retailers, restaurants, hotels, and other businesses. Offers vary by card and cardholder, so check each Amex account separately.
The smart move: Add an offer before making your purchase and always check the expiration date and spending requirements.
The key is to use offers for purchases you were already planning to makeānot to spend extra just to earn a discount.
āļø American Airlines Is Saying Goodbye to International First Class
American Airlines is retiring its international Flagship First cabin, completing the shift toward premium business class.
By March 28, 2027, the airline plans to replace its eight-seat Flagship First cabin on its 777-300ERs with 70 Flagship Suite business-class seats in a 1-2-1 layout. The new suites feature privacy doors, lie-flat seats and more personal space.
American is also introducing Flagship Suite Preferred, an eight-seat premium section with upgraded amenities, pajamas and larger ottomans.
The bigger takeaway: American is trading exclusivity for more premium seats, giving more travelers a chance to book its highest-end international product.
āļø Is Missing School for a Trip Worth It?
School breaks can mean higher airfare and bigger crowds, which has some parents considering taking their kids out of school for a few days.
Before booking, check three things: your childās workload, the school calendar, and what the trip actually adds. Avoid exams and major assignments when possible, talk to teachers before leaving, and have a plan for catching up afterward.
Travel can offer experiences a classroom can'tāfrom visiting family and experiencing another culture to building independence.
The key: Keep the absence manageable and make sure the experience is worth the school time missed.
āļø Why Some U.S. Hubs Have Cheaper Flights
Flight prices aren't determined by fuel costs alone. Competition can make a major difference.
Federal data from the first half of 2026 shows average domestic airfares at the 25 busiest U.S. airports were up 12.5% year over year. But prices varied significantly between major hubs.
Airports dominated by a single airlineāincluding Detroit, Minneapolis and Atlantaāranked among the more expensive, while highly competitive hubs such as Chicago OāHare and Denver had lower average fares.
The takeaway: When comparing flights, don't just check the airline. Compare nearby airports and consider hubs where multiple carriers compete.
Top Deals
š³ Transfer 30K SkyMiles With No Transfer Fee
Transferring Delta SkyMiles to another person normally costs 1Ā¢ per mile plus a $30 fee. But a new targeted Amex Offer can give eligible cardholders up to $330 backāenough to cover the full cost of transferring 30,000 miles.
The offer reportedly runs through November 14, 2026 and has appeared on some Delta SkyMiles Amex cards. Check your Amex account before transferring.
Important: Add the offer to your card before paying the transfer fee, and check the terms carefully.
This could be useful if you need to move miles to someone else to book an award, especially when you're trying to take advantage of a limited-time Delta award deal.
š³ Deltaās Reserve Card Has a Two-Part Welcome Offer
The Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card is currently offering a two-part welcome package: two round-trip Delta Comfort flights plus 50,000 bonus SkyMiles, according to the current card offer.
The card also includes several premium travel perks, including a $2,500 MQD Headstart, a companion certificate after renewal, 15 Delta Sky Club visits per Medallion Year, and complimentary access to eligible Centurion Lounges when flying Delta with the card.
It also earns 3X miles on Delta purchases and 1X on other eligible purchases.
Before applying, check the current offer terms and make sure the benefits justify the card's annual fee for how you travel.
š Win 1 Million Chase Points While Supporting Make-A-Wish
You can enter for a chance to win 1 million Chase Ultimate Rewards points while supporting Make-A-Wish.
The promotion from The Points Guy and Chase requires a minimum $15 donation to enter. One grand-prize winner receives the 1 million points plus a one-on-one trip-planning session with TPG founder Brian Kelly.
Higher donation amounts can provide additional entries and, at certain levels, exclusive rewards such as TPG merchandise or a signed book.
The campaign supports Make-A-Wish, which grants wishes to children with critical illnesses and their families.
Worth knowing: This is a sweepstakes, so a prize is not guaranteed. Check the official rules and eligibility requirements before entering.
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