The Extra Mile, Aug. 3: Endangered Points Deals, Absurd Airfare & More
It's time to book the best points and miles redemptions ... before airlines kill them. Plus, changes to Sapphire Lounges, analyzing absurd airfare, and more!
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Delta SkyMiles deals have been incredibly good in 2026, and we think they're just going to get better for our Thrifty Traveler Premium members.
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Think your American AAdvantage miles are worthless? Hardly: They're some of the most valuable miles on the planet if you know how to find deals. And we do.
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Delta Never Advertises its Best SkyMiles Deals
Delta doesn't advertise its best SkyMiles deals – especially its rarest Delta One deals and economy fares to places like Europe, Japan, and beyond.
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How to Fly Lie-Flat to Japan for 80K Points (Or Less!)
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Swear your AAdvantage miles are worthless to fly business class? Not even close: Check out these deals we've found in 2026 so far!