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October 27, 2023 · by Germán

Halloween Cities You Can Visit With Miles Or Points (2023)

When it comes to Halloween, some cities go above and beyond in their celebrations. If you’re looking for a not-so-mainstream experience, or considering using your miles on a spooky getaway, here are ten of the top cities known for their Halloween festivities.

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October 26, 2023 · by Philip

Thai Airways 777-300 Business Class: Dated But Comfortable (2023)

During the past couple of months it’s been especially difficult finding Business Class redemptions between Europe and Tokyo. However, thanks to one of my AwardFares alerts, I was lucky to discover one day that there were 2 seats available from CPH to HND via BKK, which I snagged immediately!

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February 7, 2025 · by Germán

What Airlines Have Changed Or Left Alliances? A History of Departures and Switches

Airline Alliances, which are essentially partnerships between airlines, have been a cornerstone of the industry since the 1990s. They offer mutual benefits for airlines, from marketing to operational cooperation, which translates into more seamless travel experiences for passengers.

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October 15, 2025 · by Germán

The AwardHacker Alternative That Finds Real Seats (2025 Guide)

For years, AwardHacker helped travelers learn the basics of points and miles. It answered a simple question: “How many miles do I need to fly from A to B?”. It was a game-changer for its time—a calculator that made confusing award charts easy to understand.

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October 19, 2023 · by Germán

Introducing Award Prices And Mixed Cabin Flights (New Features)

We are thrilled to unveil a set of game-changing features that will redefine the way you explore and book award flights. In this occasion, we are introducing award prices and mixed-cabin award searches.

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March 30, 2026 · by Germán

How to Find Cheap Award Flights in 2026: Search Flights with Points & Miles

Trying to find cheap award flights with points and miles can feel like cracking a secret code. Our team at AwardFares has over 15 years of experience searching for and redeeming “free” flights across different frequent flyer programs and airlines, and it’s still a challenging game. That’s why we built AwardFares: the most powerful award flight search tool to help travelers like us find the best flight deals with points.

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November 15, 2024 · by Germán

7 Benefits Of SAS Joining SkyTeam (The Bright Side)

With all the buzz around SAS joining SkyTeam after being acquired by Air France-KLM and others, we read many negative comments about this transition. At AwardFares, we are focused on helping EuroBonus members navigate this new phase by bringing the latest tools and information we have at hand.

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September 1, 2024 · by Germán

Try These EuroBonus Award Flights Before SAS Leaves Star Alliance

In light of the recent announcent of SAS leaving Star Alliance, we noticed an increase in traffic and EuroBonus searches at AwardFares. We are happy that our tool is helping you find your next dream award flight!

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October 10, 2024 · by Germán

SAS Will Leave Star Alliance! Here’s What To Do Next

SAS announced major news today during a press conference. The airline has been under restructuring since it filed for bankruptcy under the U.S. Chapter 11 process. After several months, they reached a significant milestone: it will be acquired by a new consortium that includes Air France-KLM, leaving behind Star Alliance and joining SkyTeam.

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October 2, 2023 · by Germán

How To Book The New JAL Flagship A350 With Miles Or Points

Japan Airlines (JAL) has unveiled the specifics of its latest Airbus A350-1000 aircraft and cabin design. This plane is set to be JAL’s premier international service, after two decades. Passengers can look forward to unparalleled comfort inside the plane and a journey tailored to each individual. While the aircraft’s initial launch on the Tokyo (Haneda) to New York (JFK) route was slated for late November 2023, supply chain setbacks have prompted a rescheduled debut expected by the end of 2023.

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September 1, 2024 · by Germán

Booking Turkish Airlines Flights With SAS EuroBonus Points (Guide)

UPDATE: SAS is no longer a member of Star Alliance and it is no longer possible to book Turkish Airlines flights with EuroBonus points. This guide is deprecated. Instead, try booking through a different program such as United MileagePlus, Aeroplan, etc.

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September 1, 2024 · by Germán

SAS EuroBonus And Ethiopian Airlines Ghost Availability

UPDATE: SAS is no longer a member of Star Alliance and it is no longer possible to book Ethiopian Airlines flights with EuroBonus points. This guide is deprecated. Instead, try booking through a different program such as United MileagePlus, Aeroplan, etc.