Collect and Spend Airline Points

In a recent interview with Jack's Flight Club, Nicky Kelvin from The Points Guy breaks down the world of airline points and miles, offering practical advice for travellers aiming to maximize their rewards.

Here’s the lowdown:

✈️ Points vs. Miles?

While they may sound different, both are loyalty rewards from airlines. Think of them as your golden tickets to free (or discounted) travel, upgrades, and perks!

💳 No Flights? No Problem!

You can rack up points without stepping on a plane. Shop online via airline portals, use reward credit cards, or convert supermarket loyalty points into miles. Who knew grocery shopping could bring you closer to your dream getaway?

🌍 Where to Spend?

The trick is in the redemption. Use your points for flights or upgrades rather than small cash discounts, it’s the best bang for your buck! Tools like SeatSpy make finding reward seats a breeze.

💺 Fancy an Upgrade?

Love the thought of lounging in business class? Use points to upgrade your premium economy ticket, especially on routes to New York. Travel like royalty without the hefty price tag.

🌟 Best Programs by Region

Depending on where you are, some loyalty programs shine brighter. UK-based? Avios and Virgin Points are your go-to. Canadians? Look at Air Canada Aeroplan. KLM or Air France's Flying Blue is a gem in Europe.

⏰ Don’t Let Points Expire!

Keep an eye on expiration rules (Avios points expire after 3 years of inactivity). A little account activity goes a long way!

Ready to become a points pro? Check out the full interview here for more tips and tricks: Collecting Airline Points – Insights from The Points Guy

Happy earning, JFC-ers!