Amex Platinum Card fail, Hilton devaluation, Hawaiian points transfers ending & more

I hope everyone had a great holiday weekend. It has been an enthralling week with lots of stories in the miles and points space. I saw a huge glitch while trying to use a feature on my Amex Platinum Card. That and more as we wrap up some of the stories from the last week.

Amex Platinum Card glitch as hotel status disappears

If you have the same version of the Amex Platinum card as I do, then there’s every chance that you’re seeing the same issue as well. If you are, then you must call American Express so that they can fix the issue as soon as possible.

Hilton Standardizes Confirmed Late Check Out Fees Across All Brands In 2026

In my opinion, this is a massive devaluation as now Hilton has rolled out a chart displaying late check out fees depending on the brand you’re staying with. This feature goes live in 2026.

Are Amex points transfers to Hawaiian Airlines about to end soon? – Frequent Miler

After Alaska airlines acquired Hawaiian Airlines, Amex cardmembers have enjoyed a sweet window during which they can effectively convert their Membership Rewards points into Alaska Airlines miles, given that Hawaiian Airlines is a 1:1 transfer partner. Now, it does seem that this window is about to close soon on Jun 30, 2025.

How Are Hotels Paid When You Redeem Points, And For Elite Perks? – One Mile at a Time

If you’re intrigued by the business side of loyalty programs, then this is a good read by One Mile at a Time.

While the exact reimbursement policies differ by program, here’s the general concept:

• When a hotel isn’t full, the loyalty program compensates the hotel at a pre-determined rate that’s above the marginal cost of accommodating a guest, but hardly lucrative for the hotel

• When a hotel is full (think 90-95%+ occupancy), the loyalty program compensates the hotel at close to the average daily rate, in recognition of the fact that the room may have otherwise been sold to a guest paying with cash

Vegas Has Jumped The Shark — Luxor Guests Wait Seven Hours To Check In And Then Face Parking, Resort And ATM Fees – View From the Wing

View from the Wing write about this harrowing experience that guests trying to check in at the Luxor in Las Vegas had to go through.

Multiple Credit Card Bonuses

If you’re eligible, then now is a great time to apply for some amazing travel credit card welcome bonuses.

Hilton Credit Card Bonuses: You can earn up to 175,000 points and 1 free night certificate from a single welcome bonus. These limited time offers expire on April 29, 2025.

No Annual Fee Hilton Honors Card: Earn 70,000 points & 1 free night certificate

Hilton Surpass Card: Earn 130,000 points & 1 free night certificate

Amex Hilton Aspire Card: Earn 175,000 points & 1 free night certificate

Hilton Business Card: Earn 175,000 bonus points

Co-branded Marriott Credit Card Bonuses: Depending on which bonus you qualify for, you can either apply for an get approved for a welcome bonus with either Amex or Chase

Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card: Earn 155,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points

Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card: Earn 185,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points

Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card: Earn 3 free nights and 50,000 bonus points

[YMMV] Up to 250,000 Membership Rewards points + $500 with the Business Platinum Card

These links are highly YMMV, I’m seeing an offer of 200k points + $500, while some are seeing higher offers of up to 250,000 points as well.

Of of my all time favorites, the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, is also offering a limited time welcome bonus offer of 100,000 Ultimate Rewards Points

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