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Hotels.com rewards are back, here’s why I won’t be using it
In an about-turn, Hotels.com is returning to it's original rewards (with a twist). I break down why, in almost all scenarios, you shouldn't use it.Amex’s “a year of rewards” starts now, with bonus Avios
It's been 25-years since the Amex and BA partnership began. A year of rewards has been promised for holders of the BA-branded card.Featured News Articles
Heavily discounted Business Class fares to the US, via Dublin
Ultra low Business Class fares to the US if you're willing to start and end your journey in Dublin. Save upto £763. Includes many US cities.
British Airways to stop hot breakfast on some flights
The first downsizing of the BA experience in 2026, and one that feels particularly cruel. Will it really make a difference to the experience though?
New: Ask A Points Expert
Our brand new community page for crowdsourcing answers to points and travel related challenges.
The most popular Avios destinations in 2025
Which cities and countries were the most popular choices for Avios redemptions in 2025? British Airways has released the Avios Unwrapped.
Selling or renting your home? Earn Avios with Foxtons
A brand new points earning partnership, but this time with an estate agent. For a niche group, this could be lucrative.
BA increases price & points needed for reward flights
Some big changes to reward flights: you'll need to find more Avios, and more cash, across every flight, and in every cabin.
Avios & PizzaExpress – now you can spend points on pizza
A brand new way to use your Avios points: swap them for PizzaExpress vouchers. How does this new suystem work, and is it good value?
Which BA flights have Starlink internet onboard?
How can you tell which British Airways flights have the new Starlink internet on board?
New Maldives Terminal: British Airways & Virgin switching
The new Maldives terminal opens to BA & Virgin passengers this weekend, and it's a significant improvement over the old one, including a beautiful new lounge.
How to earn thousands of Avios points from insurance
There's thousands of points up for grabs each time you renew your car, home or pet insurance. How do you earn Avios points from insurers?
The heroes and villains of airport drop off charges
One of the most disliked fees when you travel, but which airports have the worst charges? The best, and the worst, might surprise you.
British Airways adds extra capacity, and a new route
A new route, and expansion on many others. 2026 looks busy for BA, with a focus on the US and the Middle East, plus extra flights to Jamaica and Bangkok.
Uber giving away three million Avios
Take a ride with Uber over the next thirty days and you're in with a chance of winning a 100,000 Avios. The more rides you take, the more chances you get.