Each week we scan the market for promotions that help you earn more points and redeem them for better value. This round-up highlights noteworthy airline, hotel and credit-card offers for August 2026 — from discounted award flights to targeted card credits and bonus hotel points.
Top picks
Airlines
- Flying Blue: Economy award seats to Europe are available from about 18,750 miles on select routes (limited availability).
- American Airlines AAdvantage: Earn extra AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points when booking vacation packages through American’s vacation portal (targeted availability and enrollment may apply).
- Air Canada Aeroplan: Save up to 25% on select economy award redemptions worldwide. Example: Los Angeles to Toronto from roughly 12,200 Aeroplan points plus CAD 172. Book by Aug. 18 for travel between Sept. 8, 2026 and June 30, 2027.
Hotels
- Marriott Bonvoy Trailborn lodges: Earn 5,000 bonus Bonvoy points for a qualifying stay at participating Trailborn properties. Use promo code S2449, book by Aug. 31 and complete your stay by Sept. 25.
- World of Hyatt bonus stays: Earn 3,000 bonus points per qualifying stay at select brands (Hyatt Place/Hyatt Select), up to 30,000 total. Register, then complete stays by Sept. 30.
- Hyatt dining in Asia Pacific: Eligible dine-in and takeaway purchases at participating Hyatt restaurants and bars earn double World of Hyatt points through Sept. 30.
Credit cards and targeted offers
- Targeted Amex: Some cardholders may see a $350 statement credit after spending $1,000+ at participating Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy properties (check your Amex Offers and enroll if targeted). Booking deadlines generally fall in late Sept.
- Targeted Chase: Offers spotted include up to 15% cash back on Uniworld river cruises (max $50), 10% back at select Caesars properties (max $50), and other merchant-specific credits. These are targeted and require activation on the card account.
- Reminder: Targeted offers must be activated on the card where they appear and used with that card to earn the stated benefit.
Ongoing and notable promotions (highlights)
- Hilton Honors: Earn 2,000 bonus points per stay (up to three nights) or 4,000 points for stays of four+ nights; register first and complete stays by Aug. 15.
- Delta Stays: If you haven’t booked through Delta Stays in 24 months, you may earn extra SkyMiles per dollar on a qualifying hotel stay. Book by Aug. 23 and stay by Dec. 31.
- Marriott Bonvoy (Caribbean & Latin America): Earn 3k, 5k or 15k bonus points per stay at participating properties (book by Aug. 27 with promo code S2449; complete stays by Sept. 10).
- Wyndham: Summer sale with 10–20% off participating hotels in the U.S., Canada and Latin America; book by Aug. 28 for stays through Dec. 31.
- Hilton + Qatar Airways: Link accounts to earn 1,000 bonus Avios on your first Hilton stay; register and complete your stay by Aug. 31.
- Emirates Skywards: Earn a 20% bonus on tier miles and reach status with 80% of usual requirements through Aug. 31.
- IHG One Rewards “Pick Your Points”: Choose 2,000 bonus points every two nights or 8,000 every four nights; register and complete stays by Aug. 31.
- Best Western / WorldHotels / Wyndham / Marriott / Hyatt: Multiple property- and region-specific bonus-point promotions remain active — many require registration and have their own booking windows and stay deadlines. Check each program for details.
Targeted Amex and Chase offer examples (select)
- Amex: $40 back on $200+ Hilton purchase; $150 back on $1,000+ Cathay Pacific flights; 20,000 Membership Rewards for $1,000+ with Air France/KLM (U.S. sales only); statement credits for WorldHotels, Hotels.com, Viator, Allegiant and others. Offers vary by card and are time-limited.
- Chase: 15% back at Great Wolf Lodge (up to $50), $100 back on Hyatt Inclusive Collection stays ($1,000+), 15% at Under Canvas (up to $70), $30 back on Turo rentals, and credits for Viator/TripAdvisor and Airalo eSIM purchases. Activation required where shown in your account.
How to make the most of these deals
- Register where required: Many promos require registration before booking.
- Activate targeted card offers: Check Amex Offers and Chase Offers on your account and add any relevant credits to your card before purchasing.
- Compare transfer partners: Airline mile transferability (e.g., Aeroplan is a 1:1 transfer partner with major card programs) can unlock better award pricing.
- Watch booking and travel windows: Promo rules often include strict book-by and travel-by dates.
- Read terms: Some offers exclude certain brands, advance rates, gift cards or third-party bookings.
Bottom line
August brings a mix of short-term award discounts, regional hotel bonuses and many cardholder-targeted credits. If you’re planning travel this fall or next year, check program pages, enroll where necessary and monitor your card accounts for targeted offers — activated offers and timely registrations are the simplest ways to convert promotions into real savings and extra points.
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