Miles & Points: The Week’s Best Frequent Flyer Deals

Following is our regular summary of the best frequent traveler promotions reviewed during the past week.

If it was a good deal—or a notably bad deal—from an airline, hotel, or car-rental loyalty program, you can read all about it here, and plan your travel accordingly.

Hilton’s Next Promotion: Double, Triple Points

Between July 1 and September 30, Hilton HHonors members can earn double points for weekday stays and triple points for weekend stays at participating hotels.

Where Is American’s AAdvantage Program Headed?

Has American’s AAdvantage, once the industry’s top mileage program, lost its mojo? Remarks by the program’s chief don’t provide much insight.

Earn 30,000 Bonus Points from Ritz-Carlton

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Ritz-Carlton Rewards members who complete a stay of four or more nights at a participating Ritz-Carlton between July 15 and October 15 will earn 30,000 bonus points.

Star Alliance Adds Three Latin American Partners

Star has added Avianca, TACA Airlines, and Copa Airlines to its partner roster, giving the Star Alliance a much-needed coverage boost in Latin America.

Win a Trip Worth $50,000

Enter Embassy Suites’ More Than You’ve Ever Imagined sweepstakes by July 31 for a chance to win a trip of your choice worth up to $45,000, plus $5,000 spending money, plus a check for $16,000 to cover any tax liability from the prize.

Somebody has to win, right? Might as well be you.