# The Sweet Spot Graveyard — Bonus Eagle

> The memorial record of famous points redemptions: every documented death dated, sourced, and explained. Watchlist spots carry no status claims.

## Japan Airlines Intra-Asia Business via Alaska (25k one-way) (2016–2023)

Japan Airlines Intra-Asia Business via Alaska (25k one-way) — born 2016, died March 14, 2023. In its prime: Singapore – Japan Business 25,000 50,000 100%. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 7.3 years and survived 0 documented changes before the fatal one. Tokyo–Singapore business 25,000 → 50,000 (+100%); economy 15,000 → 25,000

- **2023-11-16**: Distance chart for March 2024 confirms Tokyo–Kuala Lumpur JAL business at 60,000 (up from 25,000 pre-2023) — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/11/16/beware-alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-changes-effective-march-1-2024-most-awards-going-up/
- **2023-03-14**: Tokyo–Singapore awards jump from 15,000 to 25,000 economy and 25,000 to 50,000 business with no notice — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/alaska-atmos-rewards/japan-airlines-award-devaluation/ · https://mainlymiles.com/2023/03/16/alaska-mileage-plan-devalues-japan-airlines-awards-with-no-notice

## Choice Privileges 8,000-point nights in central Tokyo/Osaka/Fukuoka (2018–2026)

Choice Privileges 8,000-point nights in central Tokyo/Osaka/Fukuoka — born 2018, died June 8, 2026. In its prime: Prices for most properties in these locations used to be 8,000 points per night, this then increased to 10,000 then 12,000 and now we are seeing prices of up to 25,000-30,000.. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 8.5 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. 8,000 → 20,000–30,000/night in central Tokyo (up to +275%); with Citi 1:1.5 the play collapses

- **2026-08-07**: Third round in two months: 101 Japan properties now 10,000–30,000 points — sources: https://www.insideflyer.com/posts/choice-privileges-raises-japan-hotel-points-again/ · https://doctorofcredit.com/choice-privileges-increases-award-prices-at-japan-propertes
- **2026-06-08**: Tokyo/Osaka/Fukuoka award rates jump to 20,000–24,000+ per night (Miles to Memories first; LoyaltyLobby/AwardWallet follow) — sources: https://www.insideflyer.com/posts/choice-privileges-raises-japan-hotel-award-rates · https://awardwallet.com/news/choice-privileges/japan-hotel-devaluation/
- **2026-04-19**: Citi cuts Choice transfer ratio 1:2 → 1:1.5, raising the effective cost of every Japan night — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/ouch-citi-decreasing-transfer-ratio-to-choice-and-preferred-on-4-19-26/

## TAP Business JFK–Lisbon via LifeMiles (35,000 one-way) (2019–2024)

TAP Business JFK–Lisbon via LifeMiles (35,000 one-way) — born 2019, died August 13, 2024. In its prime: New York (JFK) to Lisbon (LIS) used to cost 35,000 LifeMiles for a business class award on TAP Air Portugal.. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.7 years and survived 0 documented changes before the fatal one. 35,000 → 65,000 (+86%)

- **2024-08-13**: LifeMiles eliminates the 35,000-mile TAP business rate; now 65,000 — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/avianca-lifemiles/award-devaluation-2024/ · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/points/lifemiles-devaluation-europe-asia/

## ANA Business US–Japan via LifeMiles (67,000 one-way) (2019–2024)

ANA Business US–Japan via LifeMiles (67,000 one-way) — born 2019, died August 13, 2024. In its prime: Los Angeles and Tokyo-Haneda on ANA All Nippon Airways in Business Class from previously 67,000 miles to now 90,000 miles. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.7 years and survived 0 documented changes before the fatal one. 67,000 → 90,000 (+34%); ANA first to 120,000

- **2024-08-13**: LifeMiles raises ANA business LAX–HND to 90,000 and ANA first to 120,000 with no notice — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2024/08/13/avianca-lifemiles-devalues-award-chart-without-notice-some-first-class-awards-up-by-50/ · https://awardwallet.com/news/avianca-lifemiles/award-devaluation-2024/

## AAdvantage First US–Canada/Alaska (32.5k; Cathay First JFK–YVR) (2011–2016)

AAdvantage First US–Canada/Alaska (32.5k; Cathay First JFK–YVR) — born 2011, died March 22, 2016. In its prime: First Class to Canada / Alaska: 32,500 to 55,000 AAdvantage Miles (69% Increase). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. +22,500 one-way; Cathay JFK–YVR first became cheaper via BA Avios (50k) than AA (55k)

- **2016-03-22**: New chart effective — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-18**: Canada/Alaska first 32,500 → 55,000 called out as the biggest percentage increase — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-17**: Devaluation announced — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/american-airlines-finally-guts-award-chart

## Cathay Pacific First Class US–Hong Kong via Alaska (70k one-way) (2011–2024)

Cathay Pacific First Class US–Hong Kong via Alaska (70k one-way) — born 2011, died March 1, 2024. In its prime: Hong Kong to Los Angeles on Cathay Pacific: 130,000 Miles in First Class = Up by 60,000 Miles. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 13.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 70,000 → 130,000 miles one-way US–HKG first (+86%)

- **2024-03-01**: New distance-based charts take effect; bookings made before the cutover keep old pricing — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/11/16/beware-alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-changes-effective-march-1-2024-most-awards-going-up/ · https://blog.awardfares.com/alaska-mileage-plan-changes-2024
- **2023-12-03**: Analysis: harmonised distance chart hikes some partner rates up to 166%; Cathay/Finnair/Qantas sweet spots "scrapped" — sources: https://mainlymiles.com/2023/12/03/alaska-mileage-plan-devaluation-sweet-spots-scrapped-from-march-2024/ · https://milelion.com/2023/11/16/major-changes-coming-to-alaska-mileage-plan-in-march-2024/
- **2023-11-16**: Alaska announces three distance-based partner award charts effective March 2024; Cathay first US–HKG to price 130,000 one-way — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/11/16/beware-alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-changes-effective-march-1-2024-most-awards-going-up/ · https://viewfromthewing.com/?p=194148

## Delta SkyMiles published award chart (2010–2015)

Delta SkyMiles published award chart — born 2010, died February 6, 2015. In its prime: Within and between the Continental U.S., Alaska and Canada, round-trip Award Tickets will continue to start at 25,000 miles. Cause of death: program change. It lived 5.2 years and survived 0 documented changes before the fatal one.

- **2015-02-09**: Delta confirms charts will not return — sources: https://www.smartertravel.com/delta-obfuscates-award-pricing/
- **2015-02-06**: Delta removes all award and upgrade charts from delta.com without notice — sources: https://viewfromthewing.com/delta-just-eliminated-award-charts-without-notice-heres-thats-blow-heart-program/ · https://pointsmilesandmartinis.boardingarea.com/2015/02/another-delta-devaluation-delta-removing-award-charts

## World of Hyatt three-tier award chart (Off-Peak/Standard/Peak; Cat 8 max 45,000) (2021–2026)

World of Hyatt three-tier award chart (Off-Peak/Standard/Peak; Cat 8 max 45,000) — born 2021, died May 20, 2026. In its prime: Category 8 hotels will now cost up to 75,000 points per night, compared to 45,000 points currently at peak season rates.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 5.4 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Five tiers (Lowest/Low/Moderate/Upper/Top); Cat 8 ceiling 45,000 → 75,000; all-inclusive F 58,000 → 85,000

- **2026-05-20**: New five-tier award chart effective; 136 hotels also change category — sources: https://milesopedia.com/en/news/programs/world-of-hyatt-category-changes-new-2026-award-chart/ · https://travelingformiles.com/big-world-of-hyatt-changes-20-may-2026/
- **2025-12-01**: Hyatt announces five-level pricing for May 2026 with increases up to 67%; certificates keep category scope — sources: https://milesopedia.com/en/news/programs/world-of-hyatt-devaluation-2026/ · https://thebulkheadseat.com/?p=33354
- **2021-03-01**: Off-peak/peak pricing introduced (last major structural change before 2026) — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/world-of-hyatt-award-chart-changes/

## Lufthansa First Class via LifeMiles (87,000 one-way, no surcharges) (2017–2024)

Lufthansa First Class via LifeMiles (87,000 one-way, no surcharges) — born 2017, died August 13, 2024. In its prime: Lufthansa first class Frankfurt → Washington D.C.: 130,000 instead of 87,000 miles – plus €160 (+49%). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 7.7 years and survived 0 documented changes before the fatal one. 87,000 → 130,000 (some routes 142,000)

- **2024-08-13**: No-notice LifeMiles devaluation of transatlantic awards; first 87k → 130k, business 63k → 70k — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/lifemiles-europe-devaluation · https://loyaltylobby.com/2024/08/13/avianca-lifemiles-devalues-award-chart-without-notice-some-first-class-awards-up-by-50/
- **2024-08-13**: AwardWallet documents the new 130,000 Lufthansa F rate and other partner increases; some awards cut 25% — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/avianca-lifemiles/award-devaluation-2024/ · https://travel-dealz.com/?p=64732

## Flying Blue "Israel & Morocco as Europe" award pricing (published chart) (2013–2018)

Flying Blue "Israel & Morocco as Europe" award pricing (published chart) — born 2013, died June 1, 2018. In its prime: It looks like Israel and Morocco no longer price as part of Europe, so that loophole is now gone.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 5.5 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. Award chart replaced by a calculator with unstated factors

- **2018-06-04**: Doctor of Credit notes Israel/Morocco no longer price as Europe under the new system — sources: https://www.doctorofcredit.com/flying-blue-promo-awards-available-for-june-50-off-from-ord-25-off-from-sfo/
- **2018-06-01**: Flying Blue eliminates award charts; pricing via calculator page — sources: https://awardwallet.com/blog/june-2018-flying-blue-promo-awards-and-devaluation
- **2018-03-01**: Pre-change guidance: book Flying Blue awards before June 1; Promo Awards expected to survive as "Promo Rewards" — sources: https://10xtravel.com/flying-blue-awards-book-june-1-changes

## LifeMiles short-haul United awards (6,500) — Watchlist

LifeMiles short-haul United awards (6,500): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: You'll still pay 6,500 LifeMiles for hundreds of short-haul United routes. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Virgin Atlantic Delta domestic economy awards (distance chart) — Watchlist

Virgin Atlantic Delta domestic economy awards (distance chart): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: nonstop economy flights within the U.S. still offered some terrific value. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Emirates First Class via Alaska (90k–100k one-way) (2012–2016)

Emirates First Class via Alaska (90k–100k one-way) — born 2012, died March 30, 2016. In its prime: North America to Asia: from 100,000 miles to 180,000 miles each way = 80% increase. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 4.3 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. US–Africa first went 100k → 200k one-way (+100%); US–Asia/Europe 100k → 180k (+80%)

- **2016-04-06**: Alaska allows a one-time change to existing Emirates awards without repricing at new levels — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/alaska-emirates-award-ticket-changes/
- **2016-03-31**: Alaska blames "travel hackers" in FlyerTalk Q&A; offers refunds on miles bought on/after 2016-03-01 — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/alaska-emirates-award-change-explanation/ · https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=4592
- **2016-03-30**: No-notice overnight devaluation; Emirates first class awards up 67%–100% (US–Asia/Europe 100k → 180k, US–Africa 100k → 200k one-way) — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-increases-emirates-award-redemptions · https://travelsort.com/alaska-why-emirates-first-class-awards-increased-100-percent-with-no-notice/
- **2012-01-01**: Alaska–Emirates partnership begins (Alaska later confirmed the partnership "began in 2012"); Emirates F awards bookable at Alaska's low fixed chart — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-emirates-partnership-ending

## Singapore Suites JFK–Frankfurt via KrisFlyer with 15% online discount (57,375 one-way) (2012–2017)

Singapore Suites JFK–Frankfurt via KrisFlyer with 15% online discount (57,375 one-way) — born 2012, died March 23, 2017. In its prime: Suites Class = 57,375 + $203.00. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 57,375 → 76,000 miles (+32%); surcharges dropped to $5.60

- **2017-03-23**: New Saver chart and no online discount for tickets issued on/after March 23, 2017 — sources: https://www.uponarriving.com/?p=4769
- **2017-03-02**: Route-by-route Suites comparison (JFK–FRA 57,375 → 76,000; SIN–FRA 91,375 → 115,000) — sources: https://thetravelsisters.com/singapore-airlines-devaluation-march-23-2017 · https://travelsort.com/?p=2885
- **2017-03-01**: KrisFlyer announces higher Saver rates, end of 15% online discount, removal of fuel surcharges from March 23 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/big-krisflyer-changes-march-2017/ · https://liveandletsfly.com/singapore-krisflyer-devaluation

## Amex → HawaiianMiles → Alaska Mileage Plan backdoor (1:1) (2024–2025)

Amex → HawaiianMiles → Alaska Mileage Plan backdoor (1:1) — born 2024, died June 30, 2025. In its prime: HawaiianMiles, a former Amex transfer partner, can now be converted 1:1 into Alaska miles.. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 1.5 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Only 1:1 transferable-currency path into Alaska miles (other than Bilt) closed

- **2025-06-30**: HawaiianMiles removed as a US Amex transfer partner midday June 30 — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/amex-membership-rewards/hawaiian-airlines-transfers-ending/ · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/points/transfer-miles-between-alaska-hawaiian/
- **2025-05-16**: Amex banner confirms Hawaiian transfers end June 30, 2025 (six weeks' notice) — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/?p=263749 · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/points/amex-points-alaska-ends-june-30/
- **2024-09-18**: Alaska closes Hawaiian acquisition; HawaiianMiles later become 1:1 transferable to Mileage Plan, creating the Amex backdoor — sources: https://roame.travel/guides/amex-alaska-transfer-ending

## Cathay Pacific Business US–Asia via Alaska (50k one-way, connections included) (2011–2024)

Cathay Pacific Business US–Asia via Alaska (50k one-way, connections included) — born 2011, died March 1, 2024. In its prime: it would cost just 50,000 miles to fly Cathay Pacific business class to Hong Kong (HKG). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 13.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Boston–Bangkok via HKG in business "as low as 50,000 miles" no longer possible under distance bands

- **2024-03-01**: Distance-based charts go live; long-haul connecting awards priced by total distance — sources: https://viewfromthewing.com/?p=194148
- **2023-11-16**: Alaska unveils distance-based partner charts for March 2024; Cathay US–HKG awards rise in all cabins — sources: https://thriftytraveler.com/news/airlines/new-alaska-mileage-plan-award-chart/ · https://blog.awardfares.com/alaska-mileage-plan-changes-2024
- **2023-03-14**: Alaska's no-notice JAL devaluation signals the "starting from" pricing risk for all partners — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-japan-airlines-devaluation

## Delta awards via Alaska Mileage Plan (2010–2017)

Delta awards via Alaska Mileage Plan — born 2010, died April 30, 2017. In its prime: USA/Canada – Europe 60000 125000. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 7.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. All Delta redemptions (e.g., US–Europe 60k economy / 125k business roundtrip) gone after partnership end

- **2017-04-30**: Alaska–Delta partnership ends; Delta no longer a Mileage Plan partner from May 1, 2017 — sources: https://www.travelcodex.com/delta-and-alaska-airlines-terminate-partnership/
- **2017-04-01**: Final-call coverage: book Delta awards with Alaska miles before April 30; no changes possible after — sources: https://www.travelcodex.com/2017/04/final-call-to-earn-and-redeem-alaska-airlines-miles-on-delta/ · https://pointmetotheplane.boardingarea.com/?p=34666
- **2016-12-19**: Alaska announces Delta partnership ends April 30, 2017; awards bookable until then — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2016/12/19/alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-changes-delta-partnership-ending-virgin-america-earnings-begin-more-miles-for-partner-flights-in-business-cheaper-short-haul-awards/ · https://news.alaskaair.com/mileage-plan/mileage-plan-enhancements-delta-changes

## Iberia off-peak Business US–Madrid (40,500 Avios) — Watchlist

Iberia off-peak Business US–Madrid (40,500 Avios): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: Business: 40,500 (up from 34,000). Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Japan Airlines Business US–Japan via Alaska (60k one-way) (2016–2023)

Japan Airlines Business US–Japan via Alaska (60k one-way) — born 2016, died March 14, 2023. In its prime: Between the United States and Japan cost 60,000 miles in business class, 70,000 miles in first class. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 7.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Japan–USA business 60,000 → 80,000 (+33%); first 75,000 → 100,000

- **2023-03-15**: LoyaltyLobby and AwardWallet confirm the JAL devaluation and lack of notice — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/03/15/alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-massively-devalued-japan-airlines-awards-without-any-advance-notice/ · https://awardwallet.com/news/alaska-atmos-rewards/japan-airlines-award-devaluation/
- **2023-03-14**: No-notice devaluation of JAL awards; rates up as much as 100% despite Alaska's 90-day-notice promise — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-japan-airlines-devaluation · https://onemileatatime.com/news/alaska-devalues-japan-airlines-awards/
- **2023-03-10**: Alaska sells miles with 50% bonus days before the devaluation; JAL/Cathay sweet spots still intact under the new "unified" chart language — sources: https://milelion.com/2023/03/10/buy-alaska-mileage-plan-miles-with-up-to-a-50-bonus-2/
- **2016-01-01**: Japan Airlines becomes an Alaska Mileage Plan partner (2016), long before Alaska joined oneworld — sources: https://mainlymiles.com/2023/03/16/alaska-mileage-plan-devalues-japan-airlines-awards-with-no-notice

## AAdvantage Business US–Asia 2 (55k sAAver) (2011–2016)

AAdvantage Business US–Asia 2 (55k sAAver) — born 2011, died March 22, 2016. In its prime: Asia (Region 2) | N/A | 32,500 | 35,000 | 35,000 | 55,000 | 70,000 | 67,500 | 110,000. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 55,000 → 70,000 one-way (+27%)

- **2016-03-22**: New chart effective — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-18**: Comparison table documents 55k → 70k business to Asia 2 — sources: https://thriftytraveler.com/american-airlines-aadvantage-devaluation-coming-march-2016/
- **2015-11-17**: Devaluation announced — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/american-airlines-finally-guts-award-chart

## Citi ThankYou → Preferred Hotels I Prefer at 1:4 (2024–2026)

Citi ThankYou → Preferred Hotels I Prefer at 1:4 — born 2024, died April 19, 2026. In its prime: 1,000 ThankYou Rewards Points are transferable for 4,000 I Prefer Points. Cause of death: transfer-ratio cut. It lived 2.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 1:4 → 1:2 (−50%); old ratio yielded 2–3 cents per Citi point

- **2026-04-19**: New ratio takes effect — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/ouch-citi-decreasing-transfer-ratio-to-choice-and-preferred-on-4-19-26/
- **2026-03-20**: Cut to 1:2 announced — sources: https://viewfromthewing.com/?p=246038 · https://awardwallet.com/news/citi-thankyou-rewards/citi-transfer-devaluation-choice-preferred-hotels/
- **2024-01-01**: I Prefer added as a Citi transfer partner (2024) — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/citi-thankyou-devalues-hotel-points-transfers/

## Turkish Miles&Smiles Business US–Europe (45,000 one-way, Turkish & Star Alliance) (2015–2024)

Turkish Miles&Smiles Business US–Europe (45,000 one-way, Turkish & Star Alliance) — born 2015, died February 16, 2024. In its prime: Fly from the United States to Europe for 45,000 miles. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 9.2 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Chicago–Istanbul–Frankfurt business 45,000 → 85,000; US–Istanbul 45,000 → 65,000; Star Alliance Europe–North America 45,000 → 85,000 (+89%)

- **2024-02-16**: New charts effective; connecting awards priced segment by segment — sources: https://mainlymiles.com/2024/02/11/turkish-airlines-devalues-milessmiles-award-rates-from-15-february · https://milelion.com/2024/02/08/turkish-airlines-milessmiles-big-devaluation-coming-soon
- **2024-02-08**: Turkish emails members; per-segment pricing and separate Turkish/Star Alliance charts confirmed — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/?p=310592 · https://milelion.com/2024/02/08/turkish-airlines-milessmiles-big-devaluation-coming-soon
- **2024-02-07**: New (devalued) award charts published on turkishairlines.com; TPG urges booking now — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/loyalty-programs/turkish-milessmiles-points-devaluation · https://princeoftravel.com/news/turkish-airlines-milessmiles-publishes-new-award-charts

## ANA Business US–Japan on ANA (75,000–90,000 roundtrip) (2014–2024)

ANA Business US–Japan on ANA (75,000–90,000 roundtrip) — born 2014, died April 18, 2024. In its prime: Low season: 100,000 miles round-trip (up from 75,000 miles). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 10.3 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. Low 75k → 100k, regular 85k → 105k, high 90k → 110k roundtrip (+22–33%); further high-season hikes June 24, 2025

- **2025-06-24**: Second devaluation: high-season Japan–North America business up 50%; one-way awards introduced — sources: https://www.businesstraveller.com/news/ana-overhauls-mileage-club/ · https://loyaltylobby.com/2025/04/18/ana-mileage-club-devaluation-price-increases-round-the-world-awards-discontinued-from-june-24-2025/
- **2024-04-18**: New rates effective — sources: https://viewfromthewing.com/say-goodbye-to-cheap-flights-anas-mileage-club-overhaul-and-what-it-means-for-you/
- **2024-02-28**: Devaluation announced; US–Japan business rises to 100k–110k roundtrip — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/ana-mileage-club-devaluation

## Korean Air First Class off-peak US–NE Asia (80,000 SkyPass miles) — Watchlist

Korean Air First Class off-peak US–NE Asia (80,000 SkyPass miles): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: off-peak first class seats between the USA and North Asia run only 80,000 miles one-way. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Hyatt Category 1-7 certificate at Grand Hyatt Kauai / Park Hyatt Tokyo / Grand Hyatt Tokyo (2021–2025)

Hyatt Category 1-7 certificate at Grand Hyatt Kauai / Park Hyatt Tokyo / Grand Hyatt Tokyo — born 2021, died March 25, 2025. In its prime: the Grand Hyatt Tokyo is moving from Category 7 to Category 8, putting it out of reach for most free night certificates. Cause of death: program change. It lived 4.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Six hotels moved to Category 8 (40,000 standard), beyond Cat 1-7 certificate scope

- **2025-03-25**: Category changes effective 8:00 a.m. CT — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2025/02/25/world-of-hyatt-2025-award-category-changes-march-25/ · https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/loyalty-programs/hyatt-category-changes-2025
- **2025-03-18**: Reminder: changes go live March 25 at 9am ET; "particularly bad" for free night certificates — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/hyatts-2025-category-changes-particularly-bad-for-mattress-running-free-night-certificates/
- **2025-02-25**: Hyatt announces 2025 category changes: 118 up, 33 down; Andaz Papagayo, Andaz Tokyo, Grand Hyatt Kauai, Grand Hyatt Tokyo, IL Tornabuoni, Park Hyatt Tokyo to Category 8 — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2025/02/25/world-of-hyatt-2025-award-category-changes-march-25/ · https://thepointsguy.com/news/hyatt-devaluation-2025

## American Airlines awards via Alaska Mileage Plan (2010–2020)

American Airlines awards via Alaska Mileage Plan — born 2010, died February 29, 2020. In its prime: You will no longer be able to redeem miles for award travel on American Airlines domestic or international flights using Mileage Plan miles.. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 10.2 years and survived 3 documented changes before the fatal one. AA awards via Alaska first repriced (2018) then eliminated (2020); restored later via oneworld (2021) — new instrument, not this one

- **2020-02-29**: Last day to ticket AA awards with Alaska miles — sources: https://samchui.com/2019/10/03/american-airlines-and-alaska-airlines-cut-partnership
- **2019-10-03**: Announced: Mileage Plan redemptions on AA end; all AA award travel must be ticketed by Feb 29, 2020 — sources: https://samchui.com/2019/10/03/american-airlines-and-alaska-airlines-cut-partnership
- **2018-01-01**: Partnership gutted: earning only on codeshares, no reciprocal elite benefits, higher Alaska award levels on AA — sources: https://viewfromthewing.com/american-alaska-airlines-gut-partnership-effective-january-1-2018/ · https://thepointsguy.com/news/aa-alaska-air-slash-partnership
- **2017-07-06**: Alaska and American announce partnership cuts effective Jan 1, 2018 including changed award levels on AA — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/2017/07/06/alaska-american-partnership-crumbling/ · https://loyaltylobby.com/2017/07/06/alaska-airlines-mileage-plan-american-airlines-aadvantage-partnership-changes-january-1-2018/

## ANA one-way awards (half of roundtrip) on ANA and partners — Watchlist

ANA one-way awards (half of roundtrip) on ANA and partners: on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: In business class: 50,000–82,500 miles (one-way). Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## ANA Business/First via Virgin Atlantic (post-2024 chart) — Watchlist

ANA Business/First via Virgin Atlantic (post-2024 chart): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: One-way business class awards between Japan and Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, have increased in cost from 32,500 points to 35,000 points. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Iberia off-peak Business US East Coast/Chicago–Madrid (34,000 Avios one-way) (2016–2025)

Iberia off-peak Business US East Coast/Chicago–Madrid (34,000 Avios one-way) — born 2016, died May 28, 2025. In its prime: nonstop lie-flat flights to Spain's Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) starting at just 34,000 Avios each way. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 9.4 years and survived 3 documented changes before the fatal one. Off-peak business 34,000 → 40,500 (BOS/JFK/IAD/SJU band); Chicago band now 50,500

- **2025-05-28**: Iberia raises award rates without warning; off-peak business to MAD 34,000 → 40,500 (LoyaltyLobby first) — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/iberia-award-chart-devaluation-2025
- **2024-02-28**: TPG deal alert: 34,000-Avios off-peak business space NYC/BOS/ORD/DFW–MAD for late 2024–early 2025 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/deals/iberia-business-class-space
- **2021-07-12**: Chicago/LA briefly repriced to higher distance bands, then reverted to 34,000 (ORD) per Iberia's chart — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/iberia-now-charging-more-for-chicago-and-los-angeles-to-madrid/
- **2017-03-15**: 25% off promo takes off-peak business to 25,500 Avios one-way from NYC/BOS/ORD; documents the 34,000 base — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/business-class-25-5k-one-way-europe-several-us-cities/ · https://rapidtravelchai.boardingarea.com/iberia-award-sale-never-end/

## Marriott Travel Package 7-night Cat 1-5 + 120,000 miles (270,000 points) (2012–2018)

Marriott Travel Package 7-night Cat 1-5 + 120,000 miles (270,000 points) — born 2012, died August 18, 2018. In its prime: 270,000 Marriott Rewards points (90,000 Starwood points) will get you 7 nights in a Marriott Group Category 1-5 hotel AND 120,000 Avios points.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 6.7 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Post-merger packages priced so ~105,000 points buys 50,000 miles vs. 90k SPG → 120k miles before

- **2018-08-18**: Programs merge; old packages unavailable, booking blackout Aug 18–Sept 18, no upgrades/downgrades — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/betting-on-top-value-no-upgrades/ · https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-travel-packages-in-a-peak-world-good-value/
- **2018-07-23**: New post-merger package pricing revealed; certificate conversion mapping uncertain — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/2018/07/23/what-will-happen-to-existing-marriott-travel-package-certificates/ · https://frequentmiler.com/marriott-travel-package-arbitrage/
- **2018-06-06**: Head for Points explains the package math ahead of the August merger — sources: https://www.headforpoints.com/2018/06/06/marriott-travel-packages-how-they-work

## AAdvantage Business US–Europe (50k sAAver) (2011–2016)

AAdvantage Business US–Europe (50k sAAver) — born 2011, died March 22, 2016. In its prime: Business redemptions to Europe increased from 50k to 57.5k. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 50,000 → 57,500 one-way (+15%)

- **2016-03-22**: New AAdvantage award chart takes effect — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-18**: Side-by-side old/new chart shows Europe business 50k → 57.5k, off-peak seasons shortened — sources: https://thriftytraveler.com/american-airlines-aadvantage-devaluation-coming-march-2016/
- **2015-11-17**: AA announces award chart devaluation for bookings on/after March 22, 2016 — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/american-airlines-finally-guts-award-chart · https://www.pointswithacrew.com/?p=3957

## AAdvantage First US–South Pacific (72.5k; Qantas First) (2011–2016)

AAdvantage First US–South Pacific (72.5k; Qantas First) — born 2011, died March 22, 2016. In its prime: First Class to Australia and South Pacific: 72,500 to 110,000 AAdvantage Miles (52% Increase). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. +37,500 one-way

- **2016-03-22**: New chart effective — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-18**: South Pacific first 72.5k → 110k documented — sources: https://thriftytraveler.com/american-airlines-aadvantage-devaluation-coming-march-2016/
- **2015-11-17**: Devaluation announced — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/american-airlines-finally-guts-award-chart

## Delta/Hawaiian to Hawaii via Korean Air via Chase (25k–30k roundtrip) (2013–2018)

Delta/Hawaiian to Hawaii via Korean Air via Chase (25k–30k roundtrip) — born 2013, died August 25, 2018. In its prime: 25,000 Korean Air miles for round-trip coach award seats to Hawaii on Delta. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 5.7 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one.

- **2018-08-25**: Transfers end — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/chase-ultimate-rewards/chase-ends-korean-skypass-partnership/
- **2018-08-22**: Reminder post lists the Hawaii roundtrip sweet spots at 25k (Delta) and 30k (Alaska/Hawaiian) — sources: https://millionmilesecrets.com/?p=507385
- **2018-08-15**: Chase announces Korean Air removal effective Aug 25, 2018 — sources: https://doctorofcredit.com/chase-ultimate-rewards-losing-korean-air-skypass-as-a-transfer-partner-on-august-25th

## Citi ThankYou → Choice Privileges at 1:2 (2021–2026)

Citi ThankYou → Choice Privileges at 1:2 — born 2021, died April 19, 2026. In its prime: 1,000 ThankYou Rewards Points are transferable for 2,000 Choice Privileges® points. Cause of death: transfer-ratio cut. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 1:2 → 1:1.5 (−25%)

- **2026-04-19**: New ratios take effect (Frequent Miler update 4/22/26 confirms) — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/ouch-citi-decreasing-transfer-ratio-to-choice-and-preferred-on-4-19-26/ · https://www.doctorofcredit.com/citi-to-reduce-transfer-rates-to-choice-privileges-preferred-hotels-i-prefer-by-up-to-50/
- **2026-03-20**: Citi emails cardmembers: Choice ratio drops to 1:1.5 and I Prefer to 1:2 effective April 19, 2026 — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/citi-thankyou-rewards/citi-transfer-devaluation-choice-preferred-hotels/ · https://viewfromthewing.com/?p=246038
- **2021-01-01**: Choice Privileges added as a Citi ThankYou transfer partner (2021) — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/citi-thankyou-devalues-hotel-points-transfers/

## Cathay Pacific Asia Miles roundtrip discount (HKG–JFK business 145,000 roundtrip) (2012–2018)

Cathay Pacific Asia Miles roundtrip discount (HKG–JFK business 145,000 roundtrip) — born 2012, died June 22, 2018. In its prime: current one-way pricing of 85K stays the same, whereas a round trip goes from 145K to 170K. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 6.5 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Roundtrips now double the one-way; oneworld multi-carrier chart also devalued

- **2018-06-22**: New charts effective; all Cathay awards priced one-way — sources: https://milestalk.com/cathay-pacific-devalues-award-chart
- **2018-05-24**: Analysis of Standard/Choice/Tailored tiers and partner-chart premium — sources: https://milelion.com/2018/05/24/the-lowdown-on-cathay-pacifics-asia-miles-devaluation · https://travelsort.com/?p=15007
- **2018-05-23**: Asia Miles announces new earning/redemption structure effective June 22, 2018 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/cathay-pacific-asia-miles-award-changes/ · https://frequentmiler.com/?p=45277

## United Excursionist Perk (free one-way within a region on multi-city awards) (2016–2025)

United Excursionist Perk (free one-way within a region on multi-city awards) — born 2016, died August 21, 2025. In its prime: allows flyers a free one-way award flight within a region when sandwiched between two other flights on a single booking. Cause of death: program change. It lived 9.7 years and survived 3 documented changes before the fatal one.

- **2025-08-21**: Perk eliminated for new bookings and any changes to existing bookings — sources: https://www.insideflyer.com/posts/united-excursionist-perk-ends-august-21/ · https://milestalk.com/united-kills-excursionist-award-perk/
- **2025-06-05**: United announces the Excursionist Perk ends for new bookings Aug 21, 2025 (plus instant-upgrade and upgrade-chart changes) — sources: https://travel-dealz.com/?p=82721 · https://livefromalounge.com/?p=42549
- **2019-11-15**: United award charts eliminated; perk survives but requires saver pricing on all segments — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/united-mileage-plus-changes/
- **2016-10-06**: Excursionist Perk introduced in 2016 to replace United's more generous stopover policy — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/united-mileageplus/excursionist-perk-instant-upgrades-eliminated/

## Marriott Bonvoy Category 1–8 award chart (fixed points) (2018–2022)

Marriott Bonvoy Category 1–8 award chart (fixed points) — born 2018, died March 29, 2022. In its prime: a category 4 hotel will still cost between 20,000 and 30,000 Bonvoy points per night for a stay through 2022. Cause of death: program change. It lived 4.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. No pricing caps at all from 2023; ~200 properties immediately up 5,000–30,000 points, ~30 over 100k

- **2022-03-29**: Dynamic pricing goes live over March 29–30; categories removed — sources: https://thegate.boardingarea.com/customizable-list-dynamic-pricing-of-marriott-bonvoy-award-nights-effective-as-of-tomorrow-march-29-2022/ · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/hotels/marriott-dynamic-award-pricing
- **2022-02-15**: Effective date confirmed as March 29, 2022 — sources: https://livefromalounge.com/marriott-bonvoy-to-introduce-dynamic-pricing-in-march-2022/ · https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=865
- **2021-10-26**: Marriott announces award charts will be eliminated in March 2022 for "flexible point redemption rates" — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/marriott-bonvoy-dynamic-award-pricing/

## Korean Air First Class via Chase (80k one-way US–NE Asia) (2013–2018)

Korean Air First Class via Chase (80k one-way US–NE Asia) — born 2013, died August 25, 2018. In its prime: With Korean Air SkyPass you would need just 80,000 miles one-way for first class to those countries and 95,000 to Southeast Asia.. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 5.7 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Chase 1:1 transfers to SkyPass ended; the 80k F award itself survived (SkyPass devaluation later suspended)

- **2023-03-01**: Post-mortem: Korean Air suspends its planned SkyPass award chart devaluation indefinitely; 80k F rate survives but no US transferable currency feeds it 1:1 — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/korean-air-skypass-suspends-devaluation/ · https://onemileatatime.com/korean-air-skypass-changes/
- **2018-08-25**: Korean Air removed as Ultimate Rewards transfer partner — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/chase-ultimate-rewards/chase-ends-korean-skypass-partnership/ · https://millionmilesecrets.com/?p=507385
- **2018-08-16**: Last-call coverage; workaround via Marriott noted — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2018/08/16/chase-ultimate-rewards-korean-air-skypass-will-cease-partnership-on-25-august-2018-last-call-to-transfer-points/ · https://onemileatatime.com/?p=165883
- **2018-08-15**: Chase notifies members Korean Air SKYPASS leaves Ultimate Rewards Aug 25, 2018; transfers must be placed by Aug 24 — sources: https://doctorofcredit.com/chase-ultimate-rewards-losing-korean-air-skypass-as-a-transfer-partner-on-august-25th · https://awardwallet.com/news/chase-ultimate-rewards/chase-ends-korean-skypass-partnership/

## Marriott Bonvoy 5th night free on award stays — Watchlist

Marriott Bonvoy 5th night free on award stays: on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: your fifth night is free when you redeem points for four nights. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## ANA First Class via Virgin Atlantic (55k–60k one-way; 110k–120k roundtrip) (2014–2023)

ANA First Class via Virgin Atlantic (55k–60k one-way; 110k–120k roundtrip) — born 2014, died March 7, 2023. In its prime: Previously you could fly in First Class to/from West Coast USA <-> Japan in First Class for only 55,000 one way (now 72,500). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 9.3 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. West Coast 55,000 → 72,500 (+32%); Central/East 60,000 → 85,000 (+42%)

- **2024-05-23**: Second no-notice ANA devaluation (business class this time); first class unchanged — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-devalues-ana-awards/
- **2023-03-07**: No-notice ANA first class devaluation; new chart effective March 7, 2023 — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club/ana-first-class-award-devaluation/ · https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/03/08/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-has-devalued-ana-first-class-awards-without-advance-notice/
- **2023-03-02**: Virgin Atlantic joins SkyTeam; community fears non-alliance partner charts will change — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/?p=124920

## Delta One US–Europe via Virgin Atlantic (50,000 points, ~$5.60 fees) (2019–2024)

Delta One US–Europe via Virgin Atlantic (50,000 points, ~$5.60 fees) — born 2019, died July 2, 2024. In its prime: business class is going from costing 50,000 points consistently, to costing anywhere from 47,500 to 77,500 points. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.6 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. Peak/off-peak and zone split; surcharges $5.60 → $1,027.80+ on business awards from the US

- **2024-07-03**: Analysis: points drop on some East Coast pairs but new $1,000+ surcharges make it a net loss — sources: https://travel-on-points.com/virgin-atlantic-devalues-delta-one-awards/
- **2024-07-02**: No-notice change: peak/off-peak pricing, East/West US zones, and carrier surcharges added to US–Europe Delta business awards — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club/delta-one-europe-devaluation/ · https://onemileatatime.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-devalues-delta-awards/
- **2024-01-01**: Virgin devalues its distance-based Delta chart (non-Europe routes) by 30%+; Europe chart untouched at this point — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-devalues-delta-awards/ · https://thepointsguy.com/news/flying-club-increasing-delta-prices

## Emirates Business Class via Alaska (any Emirates award via Mileage Plan) (2012–2021)

Emirates Business Class via Alaska (any Emirates award via Mileage Plan) — born 2012, died July 31, 2021. In its prime: You could redeem a First Class award from Asia to North America for just 100,000 miles. Cause of death: partner cut. It lived 9.6 years and survived 3 documented changes before the fatal one. Partnership ended; no Emirates award of any cabin bookable with Alaska miles after 2021-07-31

- **2021-07-31**: Partnership ends; no further Emirates redemptions or changes with Alaska miles — sources: https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=1577 · https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-emirates-partnership-ending
- **2021-06-02**: Alaska announces the Emirates partnership will end July 31, 2021; tickets booked on/after June 2 earn only through July 31 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/alaska-emirates-partnership-ending · https://milelion.com/2021/06/03/alaska-mileage-plan-will-end-its-emirates-partnership-on-31-july
- **2021-03-31**: Emirates pulls first class award space from partners; Emirates F no longer bookable with Alaska miles from March 31, 2021 — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/news/alaskas-partnership-with-emirates-will-end-july-31
- **2016-03-30**: First class awards devalued 67–100% (business also raised); Emirates business remained bookable — sources: https://travelsort.com/alaska-why-emirates-first-class-awards-increased-100-percent-with-no-notice/

## Flying Blue Promo Rewards (monthly 25% off) — Watchlist

Flying Blue Promo Rewards (monthly 25% off): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: Each month, its Promo Rewards offer 25% off select award flights operated by either airline.. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Hyatt Category 1-4 and 1-7 free night certificates (category scope preserved under 5-tier chart) — Watchlist

Hyatt Category 1-4 and 1-7 free night certificates (category scope preserved under 5-tier chart): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: Category 1-4 and Category 1-7 certificates will remain valid in their respective categories, even at the new Top rates.. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Amex Business Platinum 50% pay-with-points airfare rebate (2 cents/point) (2016–2017)

Amex Business Platinum 50% pay-with-points airfare rebate (2 cents/point) — born 2016, died June 1, 2017. In its prime: Business Platinum pay-with-points rebate decreasing from 50% to 35%. Cause of death: program change. It lived 1.5 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Effective value 2.0 → 1.54 cents per point; 500,000-point annual cap added

- **2017-06-01**: 35% rebate takes effect — sources: https://milevalue.com/50-rebate-benefit-on-amex-business-platinum-devalues-june-1/ · https://travelsort.com/amex-business-platinum-cuts-50-points-rebate
- **2017-04-27**: Amex confirms rebate drops to 35% with 500k cap June 1; rebate posting slows to 6–10 weeks — sources: https://www.doctorofcredit.com/amex-reduce-50-rebate-business-platinum-cards-june · https://frequentmiler.com/?p=28383
- **2016-10-05**: Enhanced Business Platinum launches with 50% rebate (accounts opened Oct 5, 2016–May 31, 2017 later grandfathered one year) — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/2017/04/28/new-business-platinum-cardholders-50-points-rebate-1-year-no-cap/

## Citi Prestige unlimited 4th Night Free (concierge-booked, loyalty-eligible) (2014–2019)

Citi Prestige unlimited 4th Night Free (concierge-booked, loyalty-eligible) — born 2014, died September 1, 2019. In its prime: Cardmembers can use the benefit an unlimited number of times per year.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 5.8 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Unlimited → two uses per calendar year; must prepay via ThankYou portal (no hotel status/points)

- **2019-09-01**: Two-per-year cap and portal-only booking take effect — sources: https://www.doctorofcredit.com/reminder-citi-prestige-benefit-changes-kick-in-on-september-1st-4th-night-free-restriction-more/ · https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/the-citi-prestige-4th-night-free-benefit-has-changed-heres-your-new-strategy
- **2018-11-08**: Citi confirms: from Sept 1, 2019 bookings via thankyou.com only; fee to $495 — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/prestige-ups-fee-for-almost-everyone-but-some-positive-notes-also/
- **2018-10-30**: Leaks: Prestige to add 5x dining/air but cap 4th Night Free at twice per year — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/citi-prestige-to-add-5x-dining-limit-4th-night-free/

## AAdvantage First US–Asia 2 (67.5k; Cathay First to Hong Kong) (2011–2016)

AAdvantage First US–Asia 2 (67.5k; Cathay First to Hong Kong) — born 2011, died March 22, 2016. In its prime: First Class to Asia Region 2: 67,500 to 110,000 (63% Increase). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. +42,500 one-way; +85,000 on a roundtrip Cathay First award

- **2016-03-22**: New chart effective — sources: https://travelsort.com/american-aadvantage-award-chart-devaluation
- **2015-11-18**: Asia 2 first 67,500 → 110,000; business 55,000 → 70,000 per comparison table — sources: https://thriftytraveler.com/american-airlines-aadvantage-devaluation-coming-march-2016/
- **2015-11-17**: Devaluation announced with four months' notice — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/american-airlines-finally-guts-award-chart

## Wells Fargo Rewards → Choice Privileges at 1:2 — Watchlist

Wells Fargo Rewards → Choice Privileges at 1:2: on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: Wells Fargo points currently transfer to Choice Privileges at the same 1:2 ratio as Citi.. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Turkish Miles&Smiles US–Istanbul business (65,000 one-way) — Watchlist

Turkish Miles&Smiles US–Istanbul business (65,000 one-way): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: 65,000 miles for business class from the United States to Istanbul is still a good deal. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## ANA Star Alliance Business US–Europe (88,000 roundtrip) (2014–2024)

ANA Star Alliance Business US–Europe (88,000 roundtrip) — born 2014, died April 18, 2024. In its prime: Star Alliance business class to Europe for just 88,000 miles roundtrip. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 10.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. First chart change in a decade; Star Alliance partner awards raised alongside ANA-metal awards

- **2024-04-18**: New ANA award charts effective (Japan Standard Time) — sources: https://travel-on-points.com/ana-devaluation/
- **2024-04-16**: Reminder to lock in 88,000-mile Star Alliance business awards before April 18 (JST) — sources: https://travel-on-points.com/ana-devaluation/
- **2024-02-28**: ANA announces Mileage Club devaluation for bookings from April 18, 2024 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/ana-mileage-club-devaluation · https://viewfromthewing.com/say-goodbye-to-cheap-flights-anas-mileage-club-overhaul-and-what-it-means-for-you/

## ANA Star Alliance Round the World award (2010–2025)

ANA Star Alliance Round the World award — born 2010, died June 24, 2025. In its prime: Effective June 24, 2025 no new award tickets for Round the World Travel will be issued anymore. Cause of death: program change. It lived 15.5 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one.

- **2025-06-24**: Last RTW tickets issued June 23; existing tickets remain valid to expiry — sources: https://awardfares.com/blog/ana-mileage-club-updates-2025/
- **2025-04-18**: ANA announces RTW awards will no longer be issued from June 24, 2025 — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2025/04/18/ana-mileage-club-devaluation-price-increases-round-the-world-awards-discontinued-from-june-24-2025/ · https://www.businesstraveller.com/news/ana-overhauls-mileage-club/
- **2024-04-18**: General ANA award chart devaluation (RTW chart untouched at this stage) — sources: https://travel-on-points.com/ana-devaluation/

## Turkish Miles&Smiles US-domestic United economy (7,500 one-way) (2019–2025)

Turkish Miles&Smiles US-domestic United economy (7,500 one-way) — born 2019, died December 3, 2025. In its prime: 7,500 miles for one-way for domestic economy flights on United (including Hawaii). Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 7 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 7,500 → 10,000 (Feb 2024) → 15,000 (Dec 2025); business 12,500 → 15,000 → 22,500

- **2025-12-03**: No-notice domestic partner chart: US domestic economy 10,000 → 15,000; business 15,000 → 22,500 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/turkish-miles-smiles-domestic-hawaii-devaluation/ · https://frequentmiler.com/no-more-turkish-delight-domestic-united-awards-go-up-again/
- **2024-02-16**: New award charts and segment pricing; domestic United rate rises 7,500 → 10,000 (business 12,500 → 15,000) — sources: https://travel-on-points.com/turkish-devaluation-award-price-increases/ · https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=16557
- **2019-01-01**: Frequent Miler first reports the Turkish-for-United domestic/Hawaii sweet spot (2019) — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/?p=279061

## United MileagePlus published saver award chart (own flights) (2010–2019)

United MileagePlus published saver award chart (own flights) — born 2010, died November 15, 2019. In its prime: There will no longer be a minimum or maximum mileage price for United flights. Cause of death: program change. It lived 9.9 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. Melbourne–LAX business 80,000 one-way replaced by dynamic pricing showing 200,000 on most dates post-change

- **2020-04-08**: Partner award chart pulled from united.com; some partner awards repriced upward — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/united-mileage-plus-raises-partner-award-costs/ · https://thepointsguy.com/news/united-pulls-partner-award-chart
- **2019-11-15**: Dynamic pricing live for United-operated flights — sources: https://travelsort.com/united-mileageplus-award-changes/
- **2019-04-05**: United announces award charts will not be published for travel on/after Nov 15, 2019; close-in fees dropped — sources: https://liveandletsfly.com/united-mileageplus-2019-changes/ · https://onemileatatime.com/united-mileage-plus-changes/

## Alaska Mileage Plan 14-day partner stopover on one-way awards — Watchlist

Alaska Mileage Plan 14-day partner stopover on one-way awards: on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: you can now do a 14-day complimentary stopover on international tickets. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Club Carlson Visa Bonus Award Night (last night free on 2+ night award stays) (2012–2015)

Club Carlson Visa Bonus Award Night (last night free on 2+ night award stays) — born 2012, died June 1, 2015. In its prime: When you redeem Gold Points for 2 or more consecutive Award Nights, your last night is free.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 3.5 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Two-night award stays effectively doubled in cost; replaced by one US-only free night after $10k spend

- **2015-06-01**: Benefit ends for new bookings — sources: https://dealswelike.boardingarea.com/club-carlson-credit-card-changes/
- **2015-04-06**: Club Carlson emails cardholders; book-by-May-31 strategies published — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/top-6-ways-to-milk-the-club-carlson-card-before-and-after-june-1/ · https://loyaltytraveler.boardingarea.com/?p=37755
- **2015-04-03**: Frequent Miler breaks the news from a card statement: Bonus Award Nights end June 1, 2015 — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/club-carlson-visa-dumping-bonus-award-nights/ · https://www.doctorofcredit.com/u-s-bank-removes-the-last-night-free-benefit-on-their-club-carlson-cards-adds-new-free-night-benefit-30000-bonus

## ANA Business Class via Virgin Atlantic (45k–47.5k one-way; 90k–95k roundtrip) (2014–2024)

ANA Business Class via Virgin Atlantic (45k–47.5k one-way; 90k–95k roundtrip) — born 2014, died May 23, 2024. In its prime: Japan – Australia/Canada/Western USA: increased from 90,000 to 105,000 Virgin Points. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 10.4 years and survived 1 documented change before the fatal one. RT West Coast 90,000 → 105,000; RT East/Central 95,000 → 120,000 (+26%)

- **2024-05-23**: Quiet hike to medium/long-haul ANA business awards, up to 26–28% — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-increases-ana-business-class-pricing/ · https://onemileatatime.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-devalues-ana-awards/
- **2023-03-07**: First class devalued; business class untouched (documents pre-2024 business rates) — sources: https://loyaltylobby.com/2023/03/08/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-has-devalued-ana-first-class-awards-without-advance-notice/

## Turkish Miles&Smiles US–Hawaii on United (7,500 one-way) (2019–2025)

Turkish Miles&Smiles US–Hawaii on United (7,500 one-way) — born 2019, died December 3, 2025. In its prime: Before this month, travelers could book United Airlines awards to Hawaii for just 10,000 Turkish Miles&Smiles miles each way. Those awards now cost 25,000 miles each way — a 150% increase overnight.. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 7 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 7,500 → 10,000 (2024) → 25,000 (2025); business 15,000 → 40,000

- **2025-12-03**: Turkish publishes and implements the new domestic charts without notice; Hawaii economy 25,000 / business 40,000 / first 50,000 — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/turkish-miles-smiles-domestic-hawaii-devaluation/ · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/points/turkish-raises-award-rates-hawaii/
- **2025-12-02**: AwardWallet catches a new Hawaii-specific domestic chart at 25,000 economy / 40,000 business — sources: https://awardwallet.com/news/airlines/turkish-hawaii-award-chart-change/
- **2024-02-16**: Lower-48 to Hawaii rises 33% from 7,500 to 10,000 miles one-way — sources: https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=16557 · https://thriftytraveler.com/news/points/turkish-raises-award-rates-hawaii/

## IHG PointBreaks (5,000 points/night list) (2009–2020)

IHG PointBreaks (5,000 points/night list) — born 2009, died January 31, 2020. In its prime: Each quarter, IHG would release a list of select properties around the world (even five-star hotels) priced at just 5,000 points per night.. Cause of death: program change. It lived 11.1 years and survived 3 documented changes before the fatal one. 5k-only list (2018) → 5k/10k/15k tiers → no list published after Jan 2020

- **2020-01-31**: Last list expires; PointBreaks page shows "offer is no longer available" — sources: https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=2580
- **2020-01-29**: IHG tells LoyaltyLobby/TPG no new PointBreaks promotion is planned — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/ihg-pointbreaks-discontinued · https://insideflyer.com/2020/01/30/is-ihg-rewards-club-pointbreaks-dead-and-what-about-a-new-accelerate/
- **2019-10-28**: Final PointBreaks list released (177 hotels), bookable through Jan 31, 2020 — sources: https://pointswithacrew.com/the-ihg-point-breaks-map-and-sortable-table-is-updated-october-28-january-31-2020 · https://onemileatatime.com/ihg-pointbreaks-list/
- **2018-01-29**: PointBreaks revamped with 5,000/10,000/15,000 tiers — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/news/ihg-pointbreaks-discontinued · https://frequentmiler.com/r-i-p-or-just-farewell-ihg-not-releasing-new-pointbreaks-list-yet/

## British Airways Avios 4,500 short-haul on American/Alaska within the US (2011–2016)

British Airways Avios 4,500 short-haul on American/Alaska within the US — born 2011, died February 2, 2016. In its prime: 4,500 Avios for a one-way economy flight of 1-650 miles. Cause of death: award-price increase. It lived 5.2 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. 4,500 → 7,500 economy (+67%); 9,000 → 15,000 business; 18,000 → 30,000 first

- **2016-02-02**: 4,500-Avios US awards end (5am ET); bookings made before keep old rate — sources: https://travelsort.com/british-airways-devaluation-bye-bye-4500-avios-awards-in-us/ · https://canadiankilometers.boardingarea.com/2015/10/28/avios-award-chart-short-haul-devaluation
- **2015-10-28**: BA emails members: US-originating/terminating awards start at 7,500 Avios from Feb 2, 2016 — sources: https://onemileatatime.com/short-haul-avios-award-devaluation/ · https://www.doctorofcredit.com/british-airways-ends-short-haul-4500-point-awards
- **2015-04-28**: BA introduces peak/off-peak Avios chart; short-haul US partner awards unchanged at 4,500 — sources: https://travelsort.com/new-british-airways-avios-devaluation/ · https://onemileatatime.com/short-haul-avios-award-devaluation/

## Aeroplan 5,000-point stopovers (one per direction) — Watchlist

Aeroplan 5,000-point stopovers (one per direction): on the record's Watchlist. In its prime: There is an added cost of 5,000 miles for each stopover. Documented history below; it moves to the Graveyard only if a documented change kills it.


## Aeroplan Mini-RTW (two stopovers on a roundtrip) (2010–2019)

Aeroplan Mini-RTW (two stopovers on a roundtrip) — born 2010, died September 1, 2019. In its prime: You're allowed to build in either two stopovers or one stopover and one open-jaw on a roundtrip redemption. Cause of death: program change. It lived 9.8 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Three-stop itineraries reduced to one stopover OR one open-jaw; new program (Nov 2020) later charges 5,000 points per stopover

- **2020-11-08**: New Aeroplan launches with paid stopovers on one-ways and roundtrips (different instrument) — sources: https://thepointsguy.com/guide/how-to-book-aeroplan-stopovers
- **2019-09-01**: Stopover policy reduced; three-stop Mini-RTW ends — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/?p=364
- **2019-08-18**: Two weeks to go: final Mini-RTW bookings under old rules — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/news/aeroplan-minirtw-two-weeks-to-go/
- **2019-07-16**: Air Canada announces Aeroplan will allow only one stopover or one open-jaw from Sept 1, 2019; Around-the-World awards discontinued — sources: https://princeoftravel.com/blog/big-changes-to-aeroplan-awards-book-your-mini-rtws-now/ · https://blog.rewardscanada.ca/?p=2929

## Southwest Companion Pass via hotel-point transfers (Marriott Travel Package trick) (2013–2017)

Southwest Companion Pass via hotel-point transfers (Marriott Travel Package trick) — born 2013, died March 31, 2017. In its prime: To earn the pass, you must earn 110,000 qualifying points in a calendar year. Cause of death: program change. It lived 4.3 years and survived 2 documented changes before the fatal one. Hotel/car/e-Rewards conversions stopped counting toward the 110,000-point requirement

- **2017-03-31**: Final day; transfers must be initiated by 11:59pm CT March 31, 2017 — sources: https://dealswelike.boardingarea.com/2017/03/30/last-days-transfer-hotel-points-southwest-companion-pass/
- **2017-01-06**: Southwest backtracks temporarily: transfers count through March 31, 2017 — sources: https://frequentmiler.com/southwest-companion-pass-hotel-transfers/ · https://pointswithacrew.com/?p=8994
- **2017-01-01**: Southwest quietly updates T&Cs: points converted from hotel and car programs no longer count toward Companion Pass — sources: https://www.uponarriving.com/2017/01/03/southwest-nukes-hotel-transfers-companion-pass/ · https://travelupdate.com/hotel-point-transfers-no-longer-count-toward-companion-pass

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