Smart With Points Podcast - Boost Your Miles & Points

Hey there points enthusiasts! Welcome back to Smart With Points. I'm excited to share some incredible news that'll have you packing your bags for a stateside adventure without breaking the bank.

Virgin Atlantic has just dropped an absolute gem of a deal, and I couldn't wait to tell you about it. For one week only, ending 27th May two thousand and twenty-five, they're offering a twenty percent discount on award flights between the UK and select US destinations.

Now, here's where it gets really interesting. You can snag economy flights for just four thousand eight hundred points one-way during off-peak periods. That's down from the usual six thousand points! Even peak summer travel is a bargain at nine thousand six hundred points one-way, reduced from twelve thousand points.

The routes include flights from London Heathrow to Boston, New York, Washington D.C., Miami, Seattle, and San Francisco. Plus, there's a Manchester to New York route in the mix. You can travel from 20th May through 30th September two thousand and twenty-five, with September showing particularly fantastic availability at the lowest rates.

Here's a pro tip: if you're sitting on Chase Ultimate Rewards points, there's currently a twenty-five percent transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic. This means you'd only need to transfer four thousand Chase points to get the five thousand Virgin points needed for an off-peak award ticket. That's incredible value for crossing the Atlantic!

Now, let's talk taxes and fees. You're looking at around seventy-five pounds one-way to the UK, which is pretty reasonable. However, keep in mind that return flights from the UK have higher taxes of approximately two hundred and seventy pounds due to Air Passenger Duty. Still, when you compare this to peak summer cash fares that can hit eight hundred to nine hundred pounds, you're getting an amazing deal.

For our Virgin Atlantic Gold status holders out there, here's a sweet bonus: you'll get access to the renowned Clubhouse lounges, even on these economy tickets. The Heathrow Clubhouse is particularly spectacular, with à la carte dining and a cocktail bar that'll make your economy journey feel a lot more premium.

Remember, this offer is only valid for economy redemptions and expires on 27th May, so you'll want to move fast. You can check availability on Virgin Atlantic's website using their Reward Seat Checker tool.

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