Citi ThankYou points have quietly become one of the most powerful travel currencies of 2025. From 15k roundtrip redemptions to Hawaii to 110k ANA First Class to Japan - the right strategy unlocks outsized value. Our guide shows you how to earn smarter, transfer sharper, and redeem like a pro.
Half-a-million Citi ThankYou points unlock $5,000 to $20,000+ in travel value. Think first-class flights, overwater villas, and multi-continent adventures. Learn how to maximize luxury, plan epic family trips, and diversify redemptions for unforgettable experiences beyond saving cents-per-point.
With 250,000 Citi ThankYou points, you can unlock first-class flights, family getaways, or round-the-world adventures. Our guide reveals how to maximize your stash for $5,000+ in travel value - turning your points into unforgettable trips without leaving value on the table.
100,000 Citi ThankYou points unlock premium travel: think round-trip business to Europe, first class to Tokyo, or $1,000+ in hotel stays. Whether you want one luxury blowout or stretch your points across multiple trips, our guide shows how to turn your stash into $5K-$10K of real-world value.
50,000 Citi ThankYou Points can unlock serious travel. Fly business class to Europe, book two round-trips to Hawaii, or cover hotel stays at all-inclusive resorts. With smart transfers and timing, your 50k points can be worth $1,000+ far beyond the $500 baseline. Don’t spend them small - think BIG!
Think 20,000 Citi ThankYou points can’t take you far? Think again. With the right strategy, that “small” stash can unlock $500+ in flights, free hotel stays, or a Caribbean getaway. Don’t waste it on gift cards - here’s how to squeeze every drop of value from your Citi points...
#DearOhad returns with major award travel shifts: #KoreanAir drops its sweet spots, #Marriott hikes redemption rates, #Qantas floods the market with Australia award seats, #AirFrance plots another FlyingBlue bump, and #Lufthansa teases more FirstClass partner space... Let’s unpack the drama!
BILT isn’t just for rent anymore. In 2025, it’s becoming a full-blown lifestyle engine - rewarding mortgages, HOA dues, even your gym. With 1.25× earning on housing and insane transfer promos, smart users are stacking 100k+ points fast. The game’s changing - are you ready to play it right?
Half a million BILT points unlock a world of luxury travel. Think first-class round-the-world trips, year-long adventures, and unforgettable experiences for two. With savvy planning and transfer bonuses, This is your ultimate chance to explore the globe in style and comfort. Ready to live the dream?
250K BILT points unlock Platinum perks and big travel options: round-the-world business class trips, first-class flights, or family vacations. Use transfer bonuses to double points, turning 250k into 500k partner miles. This stash lets you mix luxury trips with maximum value and flexibility.
Hitting 100K BILT points unlocks premium travel options like Business & First-Class flights, Luxury Hotels. Perks from BILT Gold status and smart transfer strategies can turn these points into unforgettable experiences!
With 50K BILT points, you’ve unlocked serious travel potential - from lie-flat seats to luxury hotels or multiple round-trips in the U.S. Don’t waste them on cash redemptions. Transfer smart, plan ahead, and use Rent Day boosts to keep earning. (Spoiler Alert: This is where the fun really starts!)
DearOhad
#DearOhad is back and this week’s award travel buzz is wild. BA slashed Avios rates (but not fees), Delta wants to fly LAX–Hong Kong, Gulf Air eyes NYC, and United is toying with Polaris perks. Plus, Amex just opened a Centurion Lounge at Tokyo Haneda. Let’s dive into the upgrades and fine print.
Strategy Saturday
The travel rewards program has matured into the most practical, consistent, and powerful ecosystems in the credit card landscape. While it doesn’t offer the aspirational hotel partners of Chase or the luxury polish of Amex, it makes up for that with broad flexibility, fast earning, and low friction.
DearOhad
#DearOhad is back and July’s travel chaos isn’t waiting. Emirates First Class is bookable again (but pricey), ANA redemptions are changing, and CapitalOne just became a serious transfer powerhouse. Your points are powerful — if you move fast. Let’s make them stretch before the next blow lands.
Strategy Saturday
Chase’s 2025 ecosystem dazzles with 8× travel rewards and $2,700+ in credits—but leans too hard into couponization. Monthly activations, split credits, and platform-specific perks demand high maintenance. It's powerful for pros, but casual users may drown in hoops before seeing real value.