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We didn't shy away from it this week, we went heavy on Nectar. We don't discriminate, at Points Well Made we just bring you the best deals around. Remember, 400 Nectar = Avios. Collecting the most points possible means collecting points from as many sources as possible, whether that be from you food shopping, credit card spending, broadband switching etc etc Keep reading to the bottom for some excellent non-Nectar points opportunities! 9500 Nectar Points for Switching Energy

If you’ve been thinking about applying for the British Airways American Express Credit Card, now could be the ideal time with some new bonus Avios available. There is no increased bonus on the Amex website, but a limited time referral offer is currently running that significantly increases the number of Avios you can earn to 15,000! This promotion expires on 11th November 2025, so acting soon is essential if you want to take advantage. Just a quick heads-up: Points Well Made

After a several-year hiatus, Virgin Atlantic is going to Cancun. Starting today - 19th October - Virgin will launch three weekly flights from London Heathrow to Mexico's Caribbean coast. If this sounds familiar, that's because it is. Virgin last flew this route pre-pandemic from Gatwick, and now they're giving it another go with Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday departures on the A350-1000. Upper Class on Virgin's A350-1000 It's currently the only direct option from Heathrow to C

We're going a bit Nectar mad this week... But remember, Nectar = Avios! Welcome back to Thursday Travel Tips – the weekly series where we uncover clever ways to travel smarter, save money and maximise your rewards. This week’s hack isn’t at the airport, on a plane, or even travel-branded… but it can absolutely help fund your next trip. Nectar “Count Up to Christmas” Challenge We’re talking about the Nectar “Count Up to Christmas” Challenge – a seasonal promotion hidden in th

As if one Nectar article wasn't enough today, we're bring you a breaking news one now! If you’re anything like me, you love a little surprise in your day, and this week, Nectar is making that extra bit of fun seriously rewarding with their Spin to Win promotion. Why is this important? Remember, Nectar points can be converted into Avios ! Spin to Win is back! Running from Monday 13th October to Sunday 19th October 2025 , it’s your chance to pick up bonus Nectar Points across

Sainsbury’s Energy has launched a deal that’s catching attention, especially among loyal Nectar card users. Their Track & Reward tariff offers customers the chance to earn up to 9,500 bonus Nectar points a year. It sounds appealing, but should consider switching energy providers for 9500 Nectar Points? Let’s break down what the offer includes and whether it’s the right fit for your household. The Nectar Points Breakdown If you wanted to talk about the pros and cons of standin

Here is a weekly round up of the news and stories that you may have missed this week at Points Well Made, plus one extra. We've got the...

This week presents two opportunities for British Airways Club and Qatar Airways Privilege Club members, one to use Avios, and the other...

Welcome back to Thursday Travel Tips – the weekly series where we share insider tricks to help you travel smarter, save money, and maximise your rewards. Today we’re focusing on a travel hack that many I swear by but most casual travellers completely overlook: Boots Click & Collect at the airport. It’s a simple switch that allows you to save money, pick up full-sized toiletries after security, and even earn Avios or Virgin Points on your order. If you’ve ever grimaced at the

Right, let's talk about some genuinely interesting route news coming out of UK airports. There's a decent mix here – from Norwegian giving Scotland some love, to Emirates going absolutely mental on Heathrow frequencies. Norwegian: Edinburgh to Billund (From 3 April 2026) Norwegian is launching a new route from Edinburgh to Billund starting 3rd April 2026. Now, I know what you're thinking – where is Billund? And if you do know, then Billund isn't exactly the most glamorous des