IHG One Rewards Bonus Points & Rate Promotions Update July 2026

Here’s a comprehensive look at IHG One Rewards promotional opportunities, both rates and points, for July 2026. Remember to email us promotional offers from hotels and airlines. Of course, you can also send questions and comments. You can access IHG here. IHG

Propulsion Repairs Shorten Every Port Visit for Norwegian Bliss

The Extra Mile, July 7: Capital One’s Case for Respect, Big Transfer Bonuses & Avios Math That Actually Pays

Tuesday, July 7 In today's newsletter we give Capital One its flowers, take a look at some of the best (currently available) transfer bonuses, crunch the numbers on &#8220;Avios &#038; &#8230; <a href="https://thriftytraveler.com/newsletters/extra-mile/july-7-

A Guide to Small-Business Tax Services

Compare small-business tax services: CPAs, enrolled agents and DIY software. Learn how to choose, what to ask and what to watch out for.

Capital One Debuts Rare 30% Transfer Bonus to EVA Air

Capital One is offering a 30% transfer bonus to EVA Air Infinity MileageLands through July 31, 2026, which improves the standard conversion rate to 975 airline miles per 1,000 Capital One miles. This rare promotion is highly useful for accessing exclusive Roya

The Good, the Bad and the Downright Ugly Truth About Facebook Cruise Groups

When it comes to seeking out information on their upcoming voyages, cruisers have a whole lot of options. Most are literally at their fingertips, given the vast amount of information that can be found on the internet. For many, Facebook has — for all its flaws

United/Marriott reciprocal promo: Earn 2,000 Marriott points + 1,500 United miles every time you stay & fly

United and Marriott have a longstanding partnership in a few different ways, such as additional bonus miles when transferring Marriott Bonvoy points and elite status with the other program when having high enough elite status in one of the programs. There&#

Lyft’s Patent Describes Charging Riders Based On Their “Willingness To Pay” – Why I Think It Could Be Illegal

A recent investigation from Consumer Reports details how Uber and Lyft use AI to get more money out of you and charge different prices for the same ride. It’s an interesting read.  Lyft’s patents go much further, outlining “sensitivity” scores and models, whi…

(Ends 7/8) American Express Charles Schwab & Morgan Stanley Platinum 150,000 Points Bonus

Originally posted 5/7/26, reposting 6/12/26 since the timing is good now to apply for a Platinum card and maximize the semi-annual FHR credit and the quarterly Resy and Lululemon credits. (ht sixsillysquirrels) The Offer Schwab link&#160;&#124; Morgan Stanley

Delta SkyMiles Gold Business American Express Card review: Simple Delta perks without a premium annual fee

Is the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business American Express Card the right choice for you? We take a look at the pros and cons of Delta's starter business card.

Accor promo: Earn 1,000-7,500 bonus points in Europe, Africa, Middle East, & Asia

ALL Accor is running a new promotion that’s awarding 1,000-7,500 bonus points when staying at properties in Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Asia. The Deal Accor is running the following promotion on stays in Europe, Africa, Middle East, & Asia: Stay 2-4 nigh…

New Centurion Lounge Access Rules Now Live (Same Flight, 5 Hours Max On Layovers)

According to information shared with TPG, American Express will make changes to Centurion Lounge access starting on July 8, 2026

Best-Ever Chase Sapphire Reserve Business Bonus: Earn 200K Points

In 2025, we saw the introduction of theSapphire Reserve for Business, which is Chase&#8217;s new premium business card. While the card has a steep annual fee, it also has strong perks, and for many people, will prove to be more than worthwhile.

JetBlue Keeps TSA Fees It Must Refund After Award Tickets Are Canceled — Judge Lets Passengers Sue

JetBlue keeps TSA fees it must refund when award tickets are canceled, offering travel credits instead. A judge rejected its preemption defense and let passengers’ lawsuit move forward.

Scotiabank Scene+ Credit Card Offers: Earn Up to 100,000 Points

Scotiabank has launched a new round of welcome offers on its Scene+ credit cards, headlined by an all-time high of up to 100,000 points on the Platinum Amex.

A Redesigned Flight List: Clearer Results and Pricing Across Programs

This month we are excited to roll out a redesigned flight list. It is a core part of AwardFares and what you see after every award search, so we rebuilt it to be clearer to read and to bring you more functionality. Here’s what it does.

My First “New” Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Redemption Blew My Mind

There&#8217;s&#8230; a lot&#8230; of coverage surrounding the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve Card. As per usual these days, the hot takes are plentiful and people are fired... The post

American Airlines AAdvantage® Complete Guide

This is an updated guide to cover the ways to earn and spend American Airlines AAdvantage miles as well as the key details of elite status in terms of how to earn it and what benefits to expect. The post

Ruby Princess Battles New Illness Cases on Sailing Right After Outbreak

New to Points and Miles? Start With Chase … Before It’s Too Late

There’s a good reason we tell readers getting started with points and miles to consider opening travel rewards cards like the *chase sapphire preferred*. Actually, there are two of them. &#8230; <a href="https://thriftytraveler.com/guides/credit-card/chase-cre