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

After 20 years working in the travel industry, and 15 years writing about it, Tim Winship knows a thing or two about travel. Follow him on Twitter @twinship.

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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.

Redeem Virgin America Points for Overseas Flights

Members of Virgin America’s Elevate program can now redeem their points for award flights on Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Australia.

The new award options are welcome, but the associated fees can be prohibitive.

Earn Double American Miles for Airberlin Flights

Beween March 20 and May 15, American AAdvantage members can earn double miles when flying Airberlin on eligible fares.

More Club Carlson Points for Car Rentals

Last month, Club Carlson added three new car-rental companies to the program’s partner roster: National, Alamo, and Enterprise.

Bonuses are in effect for Alamo and National rentals through June.

Hilton’s Second-Quarter Bonus: Double Points, Miles

Between April 1 and June 30, HHonors members can earn double points or double airline miles for every stay at participating Hilton family hotels.

Win 100,000 Choice Hotel Points Plus a Check for $2,000

Enter Choice Hotels’ Caribbean Dreaming sweepstakes by April 30 for a chance to win the grand prize: 100,000 Choice Privileges points plus a check for $2,000.

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

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