EPISODE · Sep 6, 2025 · 9 MIN
✈️ Emirates Bans Kids in First Class, IHG Bonus Offers & Transfer Strategy Updates
from Miles & Points Daily Podcast · host Miles & Points Daily Podcast
Emirates implements a controversial new policy banning children 8 and under from first class award bookings using Skywards miles, while cash and credit card point transfers remain unaffected. We cover exceptional IHG welcome bonuses offering up to 200,000 points and discuss how transfer bonuses are changing award travel strategy. Plus updates on airline regulation changes, the Citi credit card trifecta approach, and United's new A321XLR aircraft that will enable exciting new route possibilities starting in 2026.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
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Emirates implements a controversial new policy banning children 8 and under from first class award bookings using Skywards miles, while cash and credit card point transfers remain unaffected. We cover exceptional IHG welcome bonuses offering up to 200,000 points and discuss how transfer bonuses are changing award travel strategy. Plus updates on airline regulation changes, the Citi credit card trifecta approach, and United's new A321XLR aircraft that will enable exciting new route possibilities starting in 2026.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Hotel Redemptions and Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Support us - ChaseAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessRakutenBilt RewardsCapital OneRamp
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