Luxury Travel Isn’t Getting Cheaper Anytime Soon — Here’s Why You Should Stick with Avios

One of the easiest ways to do this is to use a British Airways American Express card, which offers points for every pound you spend. New cardholders can earn thousands of bonus points by meeting a spending threshold within the first few months. For example, the British Airways Premium Plus offers up to 60,000 Avios as a welcome bonus after meeting its initial spending requirements (current promotion).

Double Dip - Having got your credit card, earn more Avios through partner deals with hotels and car rentals and by shopping on the Avios eStore, which has over 2000 retailers. There are a number of categories, for all your shopping needs, including Toys and Games, Food and Drink, Clothes and Fashion, and Utilities. This way you get the points offered by your card AND the points offered by the retailer. 

Transfers - You can also transfer points from other loyalty programmes such as Nectar and American Express Membership Rewards. 

Promotions & special deals -  keep an eye out for promotions, and special deals where flights cost fewer points.

Other ways you can accumulate Avios faster:

• Purchase tickets on British Airways.
• Book flights with the 13 airlines in the oneworld alliance
• Organise holidays through British Airways Holidays.
• Exchange Heathrow Rewards points for Avios.
• Buy tickets for the Heathrow Express.
• Reserve airport parking through ParkVia.
• Use Uber for rides within the UK.
• Book accommodations with a British Airways hotel partner.
• Purchase fuel at BP and convert BPme Rewards points.
• Rent vehicles from Avis or Budget.
• Switch to Barclays Premier Banking.

Redemption tips 

- always aim for higher-value redemptions when redeeming your Avios. British Airways Business Class or First Class tickets provide much better value per point than Economy tickets. 

- booking flights using British Airways' Reward Flight Saver promotions, where you can book tickets for fewer points, is another smart move.

- using Companion Vouchers earned through BA credit cards allows you to book two flights for the points cost of one, doubling the value of your Avios. 

Other Avios related credit cards 

• Barclaycard Avios Mastercard.
• American Express Gold credit card (free for the first year).
• The Platinum Card from American Express.
• British Airways Accelerating Business credit card (for small and medium enterprises).
• The Capital on Tap credit card (for Limited Companies).

With some planning, you can get more value from your British Airways Avios. 

Conclusion

BA continues to improve its Business Class experience. From fully flat beds to private lounges, flying British Airways Business Class with Avios means all the perks of luxury travel at a fraction of the cost. Follow our blog to stay informed about new routes and promotions so you can use your Avios to enjoy affordable luxury travel on a budget.