Episodes

  • ✈️ BA Just Launched Their Biggest Avios Bonus Ever (But Should You Actually Buy?)

    ✈️ BA Just Launched Their Biggest Avios Bonus Ever (But Should You Actually Buy?)
    Feb 1 2026
    British Airways has announced their largest ever points bonus at 500%, but is it actually worth it? We break down the mega offer, plus Air France KLM's paid status match for BA elites, an easy 5,000 Virgin Points from Tesco, and why Vueling just made earning Avios much harder. Jack walks through the real value calculations and strategic moves you should actually consider this week. If you're sitting on Avios or collecting points through UK supermarkets, this episode covers the essential updates you need to know.

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    8 mins
  • ✈️ IAG Just Launched Their BIGGEST Avios Boost Ever (But Should You Actually Use It?)

    ✈️ IAG Just Launched Their BIGGEST Avios Boost Ever (But Should You Actually Use It?)
    Jan 30 2026
    IAG Loyalty has just announced their most generous Avios Balance Boost promotion to date, offering up to 500% bonus Avios on eligible transactions from the entire 2025 calendar year. While this unprecedented offer sounds tempting, the value equation depends heavily on your specific situation and redemption goals. In this episode, we break down exactly who should consider this promotion, calculate the real cost per Avios, and explain why 'best offer ever' doesn't always mean 'good value.' Plus, we share alternative ways to earn the Avios you need without opening your wallet.

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    7 mins
  • ✈️ Flying Blue Just Launched a Paid Status Match for BA Members

    ✈️ Flying Blue Just Launched a Paid Status Match for BA Members
    Jan 29 2026
    Flying Blue is targeting British Airways elite members with a dedicated status match—but unlike most matches, this one requires payment ranging from £79 to £249. We break down the matching tiers, what benefits you actually receive across the SkyTeam alliance, and whether paying to switch from oneworld to SkyTeam makes financial sense. With BA's controversial move to spend-based status qualification looming in 2026, over 4,000 BA members have already made the jump. We analyze the value proposition for each tier and help you decide if this status match is right for your travel plans.

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    12 mins
  • 💳 Tesco Just Made Virgin Points MUCH Easier to Earn (Limited Time)

    💳 Tesco Just Made Virgin Points MUCH Easier to Earn (Limited Time)
    Jan 27 2026
    Virgin Red has relaunched a generous offer for Tesco Clubcard members that awards 5,000 bonus Virgin Points just for signing up to auto-exchange for the first time. That's equivalent to £2,500 in Tesco spending, handed to you for simply flipping a switch. The offer runs until May 10th, 2026, and requires just £250 in Tesco purchases to qualify. We'll walk you through exactly how to set up auto-exchange, explain why Virgin Points are worth collecting (they never expire!), and show you how your weekly grocery shop could fund transatlantic flights to New York.

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    7 mins
  • ✈️ Major Loyalty Program Change Just Dropped That'll Affect Millions of Flyers

    ✈️ Major Loyalty Program Change Just Dropped That'll Affect Millions of Flyers
    Jan 26 2026
    Vueling has just announced a significant overhaul to their Avios earning structure that will impact casual flyers across Europe. We break down the new tier requirements, analyze whether this signals a broader industry shift for IAG airlines like British Airways and Iberia, and explore what this means for your future flight bookings. Plus, we cover Iberia's limited-time Avios redemption sale, a rare Wine Flyer points discount, and the end of Heathrow's liquids restrictions. We also highlight current buy points bonuses worth considering for maximizing your travel rewards.

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    9 mins
  • ☔ This New Travel Product Just Changed the Game (And It's Not Points)

    ☔ This New Travel Product Just Changed the Game (And It's Not Points)
    Jan 23 2026
    Jack explores WeatherPromise, a revolutionary insurance product that automatically pays you when it rains on your holiday. Learn how this prediction market for sunshine works, costs just 3-8% of your trip value, and has already partnered with major brands like Marriott and JetBlue. Discover real-world examples of pricing, automatic payouts within 48 hours, and whether this hedge against disappointment makes sense for your next beach holiday or outdoor adventure. Plus, important details about UK availability and strategic considerations for when weather insurance is worth it.

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    8 mins
  • ✈️ Amex Just Dropped Massive BA Card Bonuses (Here's What Changed)

    ✈️ Amex Just Dropped Massive BA Card Bonuses (Here's What Changed)
    Jan 21 2026
    American Express has launched enhanced sign-up bonuses across all three British Airways credit cards, offering up to 50,000 Avios—but there's a catch in how you access them. We break down each card's offer, spending requirements, and eligibility restrictions to help you determine which bonus is worth pursuing. Plus, we cover Wizz Air's new premium seating experiment, IHG's 100% points purchase bonus, and quick hits on status matching opportunities and Lufthansa's free Starlink Wi-Fi rollout. If you've been waiting for the right time to grab a BA Amex card, this episode explains why now might be your window.

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    11 mins
  • ✈️ Lufthansa Group Just Made a MAJOR WiFi Announcement That Changes Everything

    ✈️ Lufthansa Group Just Made a MAJOR WiFi Announcement That Changes Everything
    Jan 14 2026
    Lufthansa Group has announced the largest European airline Starlink rollout to date, bringing free high-speed WiFi to over 850 aircraft across all eight of its airlines by 2029. The service will be complimentary for Travel ID users (which is free to register) across all cabin classes, starting in late 2026. This comprehensive rollout includes Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, ITA Airways, Air Dolomiti, and Edelweiss. Jack breaks down why this matters for UK travelers, how it compares to other airlines' WiFi offerings, and what you need to do to access the service.

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    9 mins