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Also: Air France's La Premiere first class [The Points Guy]( WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY Apr 19, 2023 DEAL ALERT Here at TPG, we’re all about helping you earn points and miles and showing you tips and tricks for how to use them to make your dream trips happen. The reality, though, is that it’s not always as simple as logging on to an airline’s website and immediately finding that perfect award flight you’re after. For the best redemptions to far-flung places like Japan, Australia and the Maldives, especially in business-class seats, you have to be patient, get creative and potentially use a number of websites to track award availability. Knowing a bit about how different partner airlines might price the exact same flight and which points transfer to which airline doesn’t hurt either. Here are a few resources to help you get started: - [Your ultimate guide to searching award availability for the major airlines]( - [Beginners guide to finding award space with ExpertFlyer]( - [6 apps and websites that make award redemptions easier]( - [How (and why) you should earn transferable points in 2023]( Sometimes, luck can also be on your side. If we spot a good award deal, we’ll be the first to let you know. We happen to have a really good one right now. How does a [business-class flight to Japan for just 60,000 American Airlines AAdvantage or Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles]( each way sound? Even better, this deal will get you there for next year’s picture-perfect cherry blossom season. Featured image by Tungcheung/Shutterstock. Tanner Saunders, Senior Hotels Reporter Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. TODAY'S TOP STORIES [Bucket list achieved: Reviewing Air France's incredibly hard-to-book La Premiere first class]( It's a hard ticket to find. [Read more]( [JetBlue launching overhauled TrueBlue loyalty program May 10 with major new perks, 4 status tiers]( We're less than a month away from the changes. [Read more]( [Hyatt just launched a new brand for affordable, long-term stays]( Meet Hyatt Studios. [Read more]( [The best time to apply for these popular American Express credit cards, based on offer history]( We’ve done the work for you and found some clear benchmarks for when you should consider applying for these cards. [Read more]( [United unveils largest-ever expansion in Australia, New Zealand with 6 new and upgraded flights]( United Airlines is claiming its stake in the South Pacific. [Read more]( THE LATEST 1 [Delta will open 2 'grab-and-go' lounges as part of broader Sky Club trial]( 2 [2 new Choice Privileges credit cards are now open to new applicants]( 3 [7 cruise ship packing mistakes you want to avoid at all costs]( 4 [Amazing deal: Wide-open business-class availability to Japan from just 60,000 miles]( 5 [Breeze expands in metro New York City with 2 new routes]( 6 [Caribbean deal alert: Here are some of our favorite luxury hotel deals]( 7 [Fly to Europe for as low as $380 round-trip]( 8 [3-day sale: JetBlue flights starting at $39]( 9 [Disney World annual passes going back on sale after 18 months: Here's how they can actually save you money]( 10 [From Minneapolis to Portugal: 24 hotels you can book for less with Choice Hotels’ Sweet Spot Rewards]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:tpg@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA0 USA Changed your mind? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( at any time. Advertiser Disclosure: The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which [ThePointsGuy.com]( receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers. Please view our [advertising policy page]( for more information. Editorial Note: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. THE POINTS GUY © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2023