Level 1

Foundations

Understand what points are, how they work, and whether this is right for you. This is where everyone begins.

Lessons 8
Reading Time ~45 min
Difficulty Beginner
Milestone: "I understand the points ecosystem"

Lessons

Complete these in order for the best understanding.

1

What Are Points and Miles?

5 min read • The basics of travel rewards

 2

The Three Types of Travel Currencies

7 min read • Credit card points, airline miles, and hotel points

 3

How Points Get Their Value

8 min read • The transfer partner secret

 4

Transferable Points Explained

6 min read • Why flexibility matters most

 5

Understanding Airline Alliances

6 min read • Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam

 6

Is This Right for You?

5 min read • An honest assessment

 7

Credit Score Facts and Myths

7 min read • What actually happens to your credit

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Level 1 Complete: What's Next?

3 min read • Review and next steps

Up Next: Level 2 — Earning

Once you understand the foundations, you'll learn how to choose your first travel rewards card and start accumulating points.

Preview Level 2