By Sahil Gulati | February 2, 2026 If you tried to buy Amazon Pay or Flipkart vouchers via the Amex Reward Multiplier portal today, you noticed something different. The familiar Gyftr interface is gone, replaced by a new platform called ShopWise. This isn’t just a visual update. It introduces processing fees and enforces monthly caps…
By Sahil Gulati | January 28, 2026 Wyndham Rewards is often the underdog of hotel loyalty programs. We usually focus on Marriott or Hyatt, but Wyndham has a secret weapon: Fixed Award Charts. Right now, they are running an 80% Bonus Promotion on purchased points. This drops the price to ~0.72 US cents, which is…
By Sahil Gulati | January 2026 If you are looking for the ultimate “end of the world” luxury in Vietnam, Premier Village Phu Quoc claims the top spot. Located on the unique Ong Doi Cape, it is the only resort in Phu Quoc where you can watch the sunrise and the sunset from the same…
By Sahil Gulati | January 27, 2026 If you’re into premium travel hacks, Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is a gem—massive partner list (45+ airlines), no fuel surcharges on awards, free stopovers on one-way tickets for just 5,000 points, and excellent availability on Star Alliance carriers like Air India, Lufthansa, and United. Right now (Jan 26…
By Sahil Gulati | January 23, 2026 If you have been hoarding Marriott Bonvoy points, the time to burn them is now. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is kicking off next month (Feb 7 – March 8) across India and Sri Lanka. Marriott Bonvoy has just launched over 500 exclusive experience packages, giving…
By Sahil Gulati | January 2026 Planning a solo trip is easy. Planning a trip for a couple is fun. But planning a luxury vacation for 16 people (10 adults, 6 energetic kids) across 3 cities in Vietnam? That is a strategic military operation. We just got back from a 12-day marathon (Jan 8th–19th) covering…
Happy New Year, Dealuni family! 🥂 If one of your resolutions for 2026 was to travel more for less, the universe (and Air France) is listening. It’s been a quiet few weeks here on the blog, but I’m breaking the silence with arguably the best redemption deal of Q1 2026. Flying Blue (the loyalty program…
Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ Best For: Frequent international travelers, Etihad loyalists, and anyone tired of paying 2-3.5% forex fees. The Indian credit card market has been stagnant on co-branded airline cards for a while, with SBI holding the monopoly on Etihad. That changed in December 2025 with the launch of the BOBCARD Etihad Guest Premium. While most…
It’s been too long since we last shared a travel-hacking tip, but this one from HSBC and Accor Live Limitless (ALL) is too good to miss! If you’re holding onto HSBC Reward points and have a soft spot for Accor hotels, this limited-time offer could be your ticket to your next getaway. The Offer in…
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has made a bold statement in the premium credit card segment with the launch of its new flagship product: the PNB RuPay Luxura Metal Credit Card. This isn’t just another card; it’s a metal card on the indigenous RuPay network, packed with lifestyle, travel, and dining benefits designed to compete with…