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News

Virgin Atlantic drops ANA business to 88k — here's the exact play.

The best sweet spot to Japan just got better. We break down the transfer path, the availability windows, and how to lock it before award space dries up.

SKSana Khoury·Jul 11, 2026·5 min read
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News

Amex adds a 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic

Live through the end of the month — here's whether to top up now or wait for a better redemption.

MRMarco Ruiz·Jul 9·3 min
Guide

The transfer-partner map, finally explained

Which of your card points can reach which airlines, at what ratio, and how long it takes. One clear picture.

SKSana Khoury·Jul 6·8 min
Knowledge bank

What is cents-per-point (CPP)?

The one number that tells you whether to burn points or pay cash. We walk through the math with real examples.

STCompair Team·Jul 2·4 min
Guide

How to add a free stopover to almost any award

Aeroplan, ANA and a few others let you see two cities on one ticket. Here's how to build the itinerary.

DIDana Ito·Jun 28·6 min
News

United devalues Polaris on peak dates — quietly

Saver space is thinner and dynamic pricing crept up on holidays. What still books well, and what to avoid.

MRMarco Ruiz·Jun 24·4 min
Knowledge bank

Transferable points vs. airline miles

Why keeping points flexible until you book almost always beats speculative transfers. A knowledge-bank primer.

STCompair Team·Jun 20·5 min
Guide

Reading a seat map like a pro

Bulkhead, bassinet rows, reverse-herringbone vs. staggered — how to pick the best seat in any cabin.

DIDana Ito·Jun 16·7 min
Knowledge bank

When award space actually opens

Most premium space is released at two moments. Knowing them is the difference between the seat and the waitlist.

STCompair Team·Jun 12·5 min
News

Compair now rates cabins, not just prices

Our new Reviews hub scores the seat, food, amenities and crew — so you book the experience, not the marketing.

STCompair Team·Jun 8·2 min