Bottoms up and dollars out if you want to reap the rewards of the new Starbucks Reserve card. The internet is divided on whether the rewards associated with the coffee purveyors’ new personalized metal card, reserved for top-tier, big-spending Reserve members, are worth the cost of carrying it. Is the brew worth the beans, so … Read more
That’s one insulting “raise.” There’s no denying that times are tough. Groceries are wildly expensive. Filling up a car’s gas tank can send shivers down one’s spine. It seems as though no one can stop outside their home without spending money these days. So now more than ever, people are waiting with bated breath for … Read more
Dough for dough. As the war in Iran continues to fuel gas prices across the US, pizza chain Papa John’s is serving up a slice of relief. On April 2, the company launched “Pizza Miles,” a rewards program that allows customers to earn rewards when they choose carryout, which can then be applied to future … Read more
Good manners clearly go a long way for LeBron James. The Lakers superstar was spotted stopping in his tracks on Monday night and throwing his John Hancock on a young fan’s sneaker after the boy politely asked for an autograph. The cool scene unfolded inside the Toyota Center in Houston, just after Los Angeles beat … Read more
United Airlines is revamping its frequent-flyer loyalty program to further reward travelers who carry a United co‑branded credit or debit card, while dialing back mileage earning for members who do not. The airline said the changes are designed to boost adoption and usage of its card products. Across the industry, loyalty programs have evolved into major profit engines, with … Read more
And here I thought that Bad Bunny was Bill Belichick’s pet name for his, er, girlfriend. It figures that the best things presented by ESPN/ABC are a matter of accident. Thus it stands to reason that its best MLB postseason telecasts have been the Tigers-Guardians games anchored by Sean McDonough, whose calm, knowledgeable and hype-free … Read more
There’s controversy brewing with Dunkin’ Rewards. In an email to customers, the donut shop announced updates to their rewards system next month — and they were thrilled to learn they’ll need more points to score free stuff. The “Dunkin’ Rewards Refresh” will see the points needed to redeem freebies increase by as much as 450 … Read more
Dreading a task at the end of a long week? There may be a way to trick your brain into seeing that chore as a reward. “Dopamine anchoring” is the latest psychology hack making the rounds on social media. The technique involves associating a desirable thing – like music or snacks – with a less pleasant task … Read more
Starbucks announced a major change to its reward system. The coffee giant is making it a little harder to rack up Stars this summer, meaning it may take longer for rewards members to gain enough for a free drink. Starting June 24, the points received for using your own to-go reusable cup are changing, according … Read more
Taco Bell is giving loyal customers the whole enchilada. The fast food franchise has unveiled an “early retirement community” for Rewards Members that comes complete with crochet classes, pickleball and poolside cocktails. The Cantinas, located in sunny San Diego, will host a horde of Taco Bell’s biggest fans for the two-day elder-inspired experience next weekend, … Read more
“Queen!” It was a Friday night in January, and Snoop Dogg had just rolled into a cocktail party hosted by Donna Langley, NBCUniversal’s chief content officer and studios chairwoman. His shouted greeting, paired with a jaunty deferential dance, seemed to leave her a bit embarrassed. “We’re here to celebrate filmmakers and films,” Langley told the … Read more
Don’t wing it when it comes to flying in style. If you’re a frequent flyer looking to change airline allegiances — and who could blame you considering the spate of recent heart-stopping incidents in the skies — don’t allow yourself to be held back by your status with a particular carrier. Nowadays, most major flyers … Read more
Siggi’s Dairy is offering a prize of $10,000 if you’re willing to give up your smartphone for one month. The New York-based company, which is known for selling an Icelandic yogurt called skyr, announced the contest on Wednesday. “We’re introducing a NEW kind of ‘Dry January’ this year,” the company’s website read. “Instead of abstaining from alcohol … Read more
It’s all about the money. Starting in the New Year, most U.S.-based airlines will no longer reward passengers for how many miles they fly — instead tying benefits to how much money frequent fliers actually spend. Going the distance to snap up perks — often for the smallest cash outlay possible — has for generations been … Read more
Delta Air Lines is backtracking slightly on changes it previously announced in its frequent-flyer program, but it still plans to reshape SkyMiles to favor big spenders over customers who take the most flights. Delta outlined the revisions in an email from CEO Ed Bastian to SkyMiles members on Wednesday. “I have read hundreds of your … Read more
Southwest Airlines is lowering the requirements to qualify for the top levels of its frequent-flyer program, a move aimed at travelers who are unhappy with other airlines that are making it harder to reach elite status. Southwest said Monday that it will reduce by 20% the number of flights needed to qualify for its “A-List” … Read more
Customers who decide they don’t want to take their printed receipt at checkout could be helping cashiers and other retail employees collect reward points from their purchases. Several retail workers have turned to TikTok to say they are snapping photos of abandoned receipts so they can redeem reward points from various cash-back apps. Fetch, a rewards app … Read more
The number of “stars” that Starbucks customers in the U.S. and Canada will need to get certain food and drinks for free through the company’s rewards program is slated to go up in February. When members of Starbucks’ rewards program spend money with the coffeehouse chain, they can earn stars, including two for every $1 with a Starbucks card … Read more
Dunkin’ Donuts fans are in uproar Monday after the coffee giant altered its rewards program to devalue points and remove free birthday drinks. Dunkin’ rolled out its new rewards program nationwide last week, claiming in a press release that users would get “more food and beverage rewards.” Users on the company’s subreddit say the new program does … Read more