The Points Daily Briefing: Alaska Getaways, Marriott Escapes, Amex Amazon deal, BofA tickets

Today we cover Alaska Global Getaways to Venice and Singapore, Marriott Bonvoy Escapes savings, Amex Amazon points deals, and Bank of America free museum tickets.

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Deal: Alaska Airlines Global Getaways (Venice, Singapore, Hawai’i and more)

Alaska Airlines Global Getaways has Economy awards to Venice from 25,000 points one-way, and Hawai'i from 11,500. Singapore, Mumbai, Amman and Catania start at 30,000. The catch: Economy only, with limited seats. Booking closes November 7. Hawai'i travel runs December 1 through March 10, and the rest runs January 15 through May 12. Partner awards can add taxes and fees over $100 each way, so price the full itinerary before you book.

Source: OMAAT

Marriott Bonvoy Escapes: Save up to 20% on Hotel Stays [Book by November 8]

Marriott Bonvoy Escapes takes up to 20% off paid rates at over 2,600 properties, including Luxury Collection, Autograph Collection and JW Marriott. Book with code QRI by November 8 for weekend stays November 9 through 29, though resorts qualify any day of the week. Rates are prepaid, nonrefundable and can't be changed, and St. Regis, The Ritz-Carlton and Edition are out. Compare against your regular rate first. A locked-in 20% only beats flexible cancellation if you're certain about the trip.

Source: UP

Up To 50% Off Amazon! Amex Membership Rewards Pay With Points Offer Is Back

Amex Membership Rewards is running a targeted Amazon Shop with Points offer, advertised as up to 50% off, though the discount varies by account. Check your account and activate the promo page, because the credit doesn't apply without it. Cardholders report 15% off with a $15 max for using at least 714 points, and a minimum of 1,429 points on some offers. That's a thin return for spending points, so only use it on something you'd buy anyway. The offer ends December 31, 2026, at 5:00 pm PT.

Source: M2M

Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Members Day for November: 9 Discounted Flight Destinations

Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards is discounting one-way economy awards to 9 destinations, with Hawaii from 11,500 points and Venice from 25,000. Book by November 7 for travel between January 15 and May 12, 2027. Other picks include Singapore, Mumbai, Amman, and Catania from 30,000 points, up to 50% off normal pricing. If you've got a winter or spring trip in mind, move now. Otherwise, wait for next month's drop.

Source: TPG

This Weekend: Free Tickets for Bank of America Cardholders With Museums on Us

Bank of America cardholders get a free museum ticket this weekend, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8. Show your active Bank of America, Merrill, or U.S. Trust credit or debit card and a photo ID at one of more than 200 participating museums. It covers 1 general admission ticket, not special exhibitions, and it's not transferable. The next round is December 5 and 6, so mark your calendar.

Bank of American Unlimited Cash Rewards *Referral link; we may receive a bonus if you use it.*

Source: UP

Copa: Washington D.C. – Buenos Aires, Argentina. $588 (Basic Economy / $837 (Regular Economy). Roundtrip, including all Taxes

Steal of the Day: Copa has roundtrip fares from Washington D.C. to Buenos Aires, taxes included. Basic Economy is $588, Regular Economy is $837. Basic means no checked bag, no seat assignments, and no changes or cancellations. Travel runs through early December, availability is limited, and you must buy at least 3 days before departure. If you need a bag, price the Regular Economy fare, which includes 1 checked bag.

Source: TFD

Airfare Amex Offer on Marriott Brilliant cards: Get $200 back when spending $900+

Card of the Day: Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card. Targeted cardholders have an Amex Offer for $200 back as a statement credit after spending $900 or more on airfare, and it expires February 28, 2027. The catch is that purchases must be made directly with the airline, in USD, and booking sites and travel agencies don't count. If you already plan to buy flights, or pay taxes and fees on award flights, check your offers and add it; it's only useful if you already planned this spend.

Amex Marriott *Referral link; we may receive a bonus if you use it.*

Source: FM

Full episode transcript

Hello! Today is Thursday, November 5th. This is The Points Daily. Here's what matters. Today we cover Alaska Global Getaways to Venice and Singapore, Marriott Bonvoy Escapes savings, Amex Amazon points deals, and Bank of America free museum tickets. Alaska Airlines Global Getaways has Economy awards to Venice from 25,000 points one-way, and Hawai'i from 11,500. Singapore, Mumbai, Amman and Catania start at 30,000. The catch: Economy only, with limited seats. Booking closes November 7. Hawai'i travel runs December 1 through March 10, and the rest runs January 15 through May 12. Partner awards can add taxes and fees over $100 each way, so price the full itinerary before you book. Marriott Bonvoy Escapes takes up to 20% off paid rates at over 2,600 properties, including Luxury Collection, Autograph Collection and JW Marriott. Book with code QRI by November 8 for weekend stays November 9 through 29, though resorts qualify any day of the week. Rates are prepaid, nonrefundable and can't be changed, and St. Regis, The Ritz-Carlton and Edition are out. Compare against your regular rate first. A locked-in 20% only beats flexible cancellation if you're certain about the trip. Amex Membership Rewards is running a targeted Amazon Shop with Points offer, advertised as up to 50% off, though the discount varies by account. Check your account and activate the promo page, because the credit doesn't apply without it. Cardholders report 15% off with a $15 max for using at least 714 points, and a minimum of 1,429 points on some offers. That's a thin return for spending points, so only use it on something you'd buy anyway. The offer ends December 31, 2026, at 5:00 pm PT. Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards is discounting one-way economy awards to 9 destinations, with Hawaii from 11,500 points and Venice from 25,000. Book by November 7 for travel between January 15 and May 12, 2027. Other picks include Singapore, Mumbai, Amman, and Catania from 30,000 points, up to 50% off normal pricing. If you've got a winter or spring trip in mind, move now. Otherwise, wait for next month's drop. Bank of America cardholders get a free museum ticket this weekend, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8. Show your active Bank of America, Merrill, or U.S. Trust credit or debit card and a photo ID at one of more than 200 participating museums. It covers 1 general admission ticket, not special exhibitions, and it's not transferable. The next round is December 5 and 6, so mark your calendar. If this offer is for you, use our referral link at thepointsdaily.com/bofa-ucr. We may receive a bonus if you use it. Steal of the Day: Copa has roundtrip fares from Washington D.C. to Buenos Aires, taxes included. Basic Economy is $588, Regular Economy is $837. Basic means no checked bag, no seat assignments, and no changes or cancellations. Travel runs through early December, availability is limited, and you must buy at least 3 days before departure. If you need a bag, price the Regular Economy fare, which includes 1 checked bag. Card of the Day: Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card. Targeted cardholders have an Amex Offer for $200 back as a statement credit after spending $900 or more on airfare, and it expires February 28, 2027. The catch is that purchases must be made directly with the airline, in USD, and booking sites and travel agencies don't count. If you already plan to buy flights, or pay taxes and fees on award flights, check your offers and add it; it's only useful if you already planned this spend. If this offer is for you, use our referral link at thepointsdaily.com/amex-marriott. We may receive a bonus if you use it. That's your daily. For details and links to every deal we covered, visit thepointsdaily.com and subscribe to get The Points Daily in your inbox every weekday.