There's only one week left for you to get your hands on an increased bonus on the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card. This card is a staple in my wallet, and makes any Monzo card seem inferior in comparison. Why not earn your next holiday, on your current one? There’s no credit check, no new bank account - just link it to your existing one, spend like normal (especially abroad), and you’ll bag a 30,000 Hilton Honors Points bonus when you hit £2,500 in foreign spending, instead of

Alaska Airlines has announced they're launching a daily, year-round service between Seattle and London Heathrow from May 2026, which represents a significant development for British travellers seeking alternatives to the Pacific Northwest. But the exact schedule, launch date, nor the terminal Alaska Airlines will use at Heathrow have been announced, so expect more to come in the future! Coming soon! Joining a Competitive Market The Seattle-London market is already quite comp

There’s a new way to boost your points balance, whether you're a seasoned traveller or a savvy shopper. Marriott Bonvoy and Nectar have teamed up, giving UK members the opportunity to link their accounts and unlock new ways to earn, convert, and spend points across both programmes. A new partner has been announced for Nectar in the form of Marriott Bonvoy If you enjoy collecting Nectar points on your everyday spending and also value hotel rewards when you travel, this partner

Emirates has just announced they're adding a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick from 8th February 2026, and this is...

A frustrated Virgin Atlantic passenger has shared their disappointing experience with us at Points Well Made, of dealing with a significant flight schedule change that have left their family travel plans in disarray, highlighting ongoing concerns about airline customer service policies. The passenger, who had booked Virgin Atlantic flights to South Africa for next year, discovered that both their outbound and return flights had been changed by three hours – departing earlier

Lounge Booking Now Available for American Express Platinum Cardmembers American Express has introduced pre-booking for lounge access for UK Platinum Cardmembers across both consumer and business versions. Platinum Cardmembers will have four lounge pre-book credits to use in 2025. After 2025, these Cardmembers will have access to eight pre-book credits to use per calendar year between 1 January 2026 and 31 December 2027. If you use all of your pre-book credits, then you may st

This journey was part of my six flights, in 72 hours, all booked using points series . This was the 2nd flight of that trip, part of a connecting itinerary that had me connecting in Paris Charles de Gaulle before heading on to Athens. For this part of the journey, I'll be reviewing Air France's Business Class aboard this Airbus A320. How does it stack up against the competition? And should you go out of your way to fly Air France? Todays bird, an Air France A320-200, F-GKXQ B

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Following the strong demand for Avios-only flights launched in late 2024, British Airways has unveiled its newest Avios-Only destination: Cape Town. British Airways Adds Cape Town to Avios-Only Flight Line-Up for Christmas 2025 The South African city will be served by exclusive reward flights during the busy Christmas travel period, giving Club Members the chance to book using Avios across every seat on board and visit one of the most iconic cities in the world. Over 500 Seat

Hello, and welcome back to our Thursday Travel Tips series, where we uncover clever ways to earn more points from the everyday things you're probably already doing. We’ve talked about booking smarter. We’ve shared how to earn rewards while shopping in-store. But this week, we’re bringing it home, literally. Because whether you’re just back from a long trip or planning your next getaway, there’s a very easy way to earn Virgin Points from the comfort of your sofa: Deliveroo. E

If you’ve got the free British Airways American Express Credit Card sitting in your wallet and haven’t yet added a supplementary...

If it seems like we talk about Qatar Airways a lot at Points Well Made, well it's because they are one of the most dynamic and exciting airlines out there, with cutting edge tech on their aircraft, and offering some genuinely good deals. Well, Qatar Airways has launched a promotion that might actually be worth your attention - up to 20% off with some decent bonus Avios thrown in. Onboard Qatar Airways A380 The Deal Breakdown The savings are real, covering Qatar Airways' entir

If you're collecting American Express Membership Rewards points in the UK, you have several options for redeeming them, ranging from shopping and hotel stays to experiences and charity donations. However, one of the most valuable uses for your points is converting them into airline miles. This option gives savvy travellers access to better flight redemptions, especially in premium cabins and long-haul travel. Yesterday we covered how you go about converting those all importan

If you hold a UK-issued American Express Card enrolled in the Membership Rewards programme, you can turn your everyday spending into airline points. This guide will walk you through how to transfer your Membership Rewards points to airline frequent flyer schemes, and answer any questions you might have along the way. We've also covered how many airline points you'll get per Membership Reward point, you'll be able to find that article here! What are Membership Rewards? Members

Qatar Airways Partners with Hans Zimmer for Audio Overhaul Qatar Airways has announced a collaboration with Oscar and Grammy award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to develop a "distinctive sonic identity that will transform the airline's passenger experience". The partnership will result in an exclusive musical score that will be integrated into Qatar Airways' onboard music programming and released as a complete album across major streaming platforms and the airline's official c

Flying with a baby can feel like a circus act, with luggage, car seats, snacks, and (hopefully) naps. But here’s the good news: infants usually fly at a bargain rate, even in premium cabins. This guide forms a part of our Family Flying series here at Points Well Made. It always pays to check out each airlines policy when flying with a two year old. What’s more, using points with airlines such as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic can significantly reduce the stress (and cos

Remember the last-minute panic at security, juggling mini shampoo bottles and clear plastic bags? That might be coming to an end, at least if you're flying from the right airport. Birmingham and Edinburgh airports have officially waved goodbye to the long-standing 100ml liquid rule for cabin baggage, thanks to shiny new CT scanner tech. These are the first major UK airports to take full advantage of the Department for Transport’s recent relaxation of liquid limits. And yes, t

Welcome back to Thursday Travel Tips – your go-to series for turning everyday travel essentials into rewarding points. This week’s tip? Travel insurance that rewards you. But, we did that last week? That was for Avios hunters, this is for the Virgin Points collectors. We all know insurance is a must-have for any holiday. But did you know it can also boost your Virgin Points balance? Currently you could earn 3500 Virgin Points with Virgin Money Travel Insurance. Here’s how to

If you’re passing through Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha and fortunate enough to access Qatar Airways’ Al Mourjan Garden Lounge, prepare yourself for an airport experience like no other. The lounge is a sight to behold Opened as part of the airport’s expansion in 2022, this lounge sets a new global standard for luxury, space, and serenity in air travel. Sam and I were lucky enough to utilise the lounge when we fly with Qatar Airways to and from New Zealand earlier

If you’re considering flying British Airways Club Europe to London Gatwick from Corfu, this review covers everything you’ll want to know – from boarding logistics to onboard service and (most importantly) the food. For those who don't know, Club Europe is British Airways' brand name for its European Business Class service. An interesting flight with British Airways Let’s just say… it was a flight full of sunshine, delays, and a few catering curveballs. What we paid... For thi