by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
The flexible points ecosystem from a major travel-rewards platform is rolling out several limited-time transfer bonuses. A new offer lets you move rewards into an airline loyalty program based in Istanbul, alongside other active bonuses to additional airline programs....
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Flight Booking Tips and Strategies
Airline prices can be confusing, but that confusion sometimes creates chances to save money. In this article, we explain hidden city ticketing in simple terms. We cover why prices look strange, what this tactic is, how people try it, and the risks you should...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Flight Booking Tips and Strategies
Is there a difference between a nonstop flight and a direct flight? Many people assume they are the same. Frequent travelers know they are not. In this guide, we explain the difference in plain language so you can read your ticket with confidence. We start with...
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Maximizing Points and Miles
As with any hotel elite status, there are upsides and trade‑offs when you compare this group’s status to other loyalty programs. That said, we’ve consistently seen solid value from this status and the broader points-earning program across many years of travel....
by Cherry | Senior Travel Editor, The Miles Academy | Oct 3, 2025 | Credit Card Reviews and Strategies, Maximizing Points and Miles
The homeowner‑focused card we are reviewing is built to reward you for your single biggest monthly bill. With this no‑annual‑fee card, you can finally collect points on mortgage payments, something that used to be off limits. On top of that, the card layers in bonus...
