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Latest Issues
The Extra Mile, Sept. 1: Rove Adds Copa Airlines (With a 40% Bonus), A Hot SkyMiles Deal & More
Rove adds Copa Airlines ConnectMiles as a transfer partner with a 40% bonus through Sept. 30. Plus, Uber's airport pricing quirks, how to get the Ritz-Carlton card, new transfer bonuses, and more.
The Extra Mile, Aug. 31: Revisiting an $800 Annual Fee, United CEO’s Bluster & More
An $800 annual fee seemed excessive until the math revealed real value. Plus, United CEO's questionable Chicago ambitions, Mexico points deals, and more travel news.
The Extra Mile, Aug. 28: Google Flights is Getting Into the Points Game, A Big Bilt ‘Rent Day’ Transfer Bonus & More
Delta unveils an unprecedented credit card bonus with free flights & bonus miles, Google Flights enters the points game, Chase cuts Phoenix lounge reservations, and more.
The Extra Mile, Aug. 27: An Unforgettable Summer Trip to Europe, Turkish Biz Class from 65K Points & More
American Airlines announces new routes to Vienna, Porto, and more for 2027. Plus, which credit cards give you instant virtual numbers, Thrifty Traveler's credit card fantasy draft, and much more.
The Extra Mile, Aug. 26: The End of Pre-Departure Drinks, An Ode to Lost In Translation & More
New FAA rules spell the (likely) end of pre-flight drink service. Plus, Miami from $119 roundtrip, a review of Calala Island, how Lost in Translation changed travel forever, and more.