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The Pointszilla iOS app is now live, meaning you can utilise our tools and get access to our latest stories on your iPhone or iPadAmex downgrading its premium card: lower earn rate, no BA bonus
Another bad news day from Amex as they plan to drop down the earn rate on it's top tier £300/year card, and remove a bonus.Featured News Articles
Aspire opening London City Airport lounge
London City airport is getting it's first airport lounge, and it's a beautiful space that will be run by Aspire.
This Qatar change impacts every reward flight booking
The airline has quietly introduced a new rule that restricts the passengers you can book reward flights for. The impact, if you travel with family, is huge.
British Airways launches new app. TL;DR: disappointing
Two years after it was promised, British Airways new app has launched. It's neither an evolution, nor a revolution, but it is significantly faster.
Amex and BA are having a cardmember-only NYC flight
A one-off reward flight for BA Amex card holders this October, with a reduced Avios requirement and absolutely no taxes to pay.
Big Avios changes: Uber devalues some trip earn rates
From the 16th June 2026 Uber will be changing the earn rates on trips (not Eats). There are some positives, but for most travellers this will be worse.
easyJet launching loyalty scheme
Coming in 2027, easyJet are launching a loyalty scheme. What could it look like, and what will be the impact on UK travellers?
What is Yonder? Interviewing their CEO Tim Chong
Go behind the scenes at the UK focussed points-earning debit and credit card company, and find out how they can help you travel for less.
Using a companion voucher with BA Holidays
New changes to the 2-4-1 voucher rules mean you can use it on BA Holidays. Read on to understand how it works, and the rules specific to BAH.
How to get Titanium status with GHA Discovery for £55
The highest tier on GHA comes with some valuable perks, and partnership offers. Here's how you can gain it without ever setting foot in their hotels.
How to earn Avios (and much more) with Barclays
With two credit cards, an Avios-earning bank account, lounge passes and free Apple TV, Barclays are a good alternative to Amex.
Earn Avios with Uber Eats via their new partnership
Finally, you can earn Avios points from your Uber Eats orders in the UK and Ireland. Find out the earn rate, and how to link your accounts.
Fly to the Maldives from London with Beond
The Business Class only airline will be launching flights from London Heathrow in December 2026. Why would you choose this over a legacy carrier?
British Airways launches Starlink on a 787 today
Ultra-fast onboard wifi is now available on one BA plane, which will make it's maiden (Starlink) flight today from Heathrow.