The Miles Professor's Top Stories: November 2013

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving weekend. Let’s recap the biggest stories from last month. As always, to keep up with all my stories, don’t forget to follow me on Facebook or Twitter!

1. The Best Credit Cards for Miles and Points Beginners

This was my most popular post of the month by numbers of visits! Sounds like we have lots of miles and points beginners. I go through my top picks for the best credit cards for beginners miles and points collectors. They should be focusing on flexible points, look for points that are easy to use, get rewarded well for every day spending and also receive an attractive sign-up bonuses.

2. How to Redeem Lufthansa Miles & More to Central and South America With No Fuel Surcharges

The Lufthansa Miles & More Card is offering 50,000 miles as a sign-up bonus until December 15, 2013. I explain how to use these miles to fly to Central and South America. You can fly US Airways, United Airlines, Taca, Avianca and TAM without paying any fuel surcharges, making this one of the best uses of Lufthansa Miles.

Fly to South American with Lufthansa Miles & More with no fuel surcharges

3. Top Five Values for Starwood Hotels in Hawaii with Points

Starwood hotels appear on every Hawaiian island from the luxurious St. Regis brands to the nice, yet still affordable Westin and Sheraton. I choose five, very affordable with points, Starwood hotels in Hawaii for a perfect island vacation. There are: 2 hotel in Maui, one in Kauai, one on Big Island and one on Oahu. If you’re thinking of taking a vacation to Hawaii, definitely worth a read!

4. The Top Ten Maui Experiences by Adrenalina

Our newest team member, Adrenalina, shares her top ten experiences on one of her favorite Hawaiian island, Maui. She discusses snorkeling, snuba diving, parasailing, horseback riding and plenty of fun activities all over the island.

5. United Airlines Devaluation for MileagePlus Award Tickets

Although this is not good news, the United Airlines devaluation is certainly a major story. I go through the award cost increases and analyze the changes. The new award prices go into effect Feb 1, 2013 so, if you have any trips you are looking at for 2014, it may be best to book before then!