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July 21, 2026 Update: Qatar added an exception to the new rules, allowing Privilge Club Platinum and Gold members to redeem for others without creating a "My List." The restrictions below remain in place for everyone else as of now.

Qatar Airways has introduced new restrictions on booking award flights for other travelers. Privilege Club members may now only redeem miles for people on their designated "My List," which can include up to four additional Privilege Club members. To create a My List, you must have been a Privilege Club member for at least 30 days and have earned Avios by either flying Qatar Airways or spending on a co-branded credit card. Transferring points from a transferable rewards program does not satisfy that requirement. That means many users who only transfer points into Qatar may now be limited to booking award flights for themselves. Fortunately, Avios can still be transferred between participating Avios programs, providing a potential workaround for those affected by the new rules.

Chase is targeting certain cardholders with a 7% statement credit after spending $100 or more at Hyatt Place properties in the U.S., up to a maximum of $50 back (which would require a $714 purchase). The offer expires September 30, 2026, and is valid only on one purchase made directly with Hyatt Place. While this isn't one of the stronger Chase Offers we've seen, it's worth checking your account if you have an upcoming Hyatt Place stay, especially if you can stack it with bonus points from a World of Hyatt credit card.

Targeted Marriott Chase Offers are appearing on select cards, so it's worth checking your account if you have an upcoming Marriott stay planned. Eligible cardholders can earn 10% back as a statement credit on up to $500 in Marriott purchases after spending at least $100. The offer is valid one time at participating Marriott hotels in the U.S. through August 31, 2026. If you also have American Express cards, check those too, as targeted Marriott Amex Offers are a bit higher.

Targeted Marriott Amex Offers are appearing, so be sure to check the Amex Offers section of your enrolled cards to see if you've been targeted. There are some valuable options if you are planning a Marriott stay. The best ones we've seen are $150 back after spending $375 at participating Marriott properties, $100 back after $400 in purchases or $50 back after spending $250. Offers are valid at participating Marriott hotels in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and U.S. territories through August 5, 2026.