If you've been sitting on a stash of Avios waiting for the right moment, today might genuinely be it. We've got First Class availability out of London to Boston at off-peak rates, business class to Chicago at a sweet spot price, and economy deals to Singapore and Hong Kong that represent genuinely solid value.

There's also some big news this week - virtually every major US airline has now raised checked bag fees, which makes points travel even more attractive. More on that in the premium section. Let's get into the deals.

Here's a fun one tied to today's deals. British Airways Avios prices flights using a zone-based system. When booking London to Boston in First Class at the off-peak rate, how many Avios do you need one-way?

The answer is revealed at the bottom of today's newsletter - keep scrolling!

Route: London (LHR) to Boston (BOS) on British Airways - First Class

Just 68,000 Avios one-way at the off-peak rate. That's a genuinely rare price for transatlantic First Class.

Available dates: May 4 and May 19 - availability is low, so don't sleep on this one.

Why it's special: The standard peak rate for this route is 80,000 Avios, so you're saving 12,000 points just by picking the right dates. British Airways First Class across the Atlantic is a proper flat bed with direct aisle access, proper champagne, and the full Club Suite privacy treatment. Cash fares on this route regularly top £3,000+ one-way.

Now here's where it gets interesting. The Citi ThankYou to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club transfer bonus of +30% is live until April 18th. Virgin Atlantic points transfer to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, which you can then use to book Delta One or Virgin Upper Class - but if you hold Avios directly from British Airways, Amex UK, or Chase, you can book this First Class redemption straight on ba.com.

How to book: Search and book directly on ba.com using British Airways Executive Club Avios. If you need to top up, consider transferring from Chase, Amex, or Citi (with the current bonus). UK readers - Smart With Points has a great breakdown of how to earn Avios fast with UK credit cards.

All of these are bookable with British Airways Avios via ba.com. Dates are in May with good availability on most routes.

London to Boston (Economy) - 27,500 Avios one-way at off-peak rates. Availability: High. Dates: May 1, 4, 5, 6, 7. This is off-peak pricing and represents the sweet spot for short transatlantic hops.

London to New York (Economy) - 33,000 Avios one-way (peak pricing). Availability: High. Dates: May 1-5. A classic route with strong availability across the first week of May.

London to Chicago (Economy) - 33,000 Avios one-way (peak pricing). Availability: High. Dates: May 1-5. Solid option if New York or Boston don't work for your schedule.

London to San Francisco (Economy) - 33,000 Avios one-way at off-peak rates. Availability: High. Dates: May 4-8. Off-peak pricing to the West Coast is a great deal - standard peak is 38,500 Avios.

London to Los Angeles (Economy) - 38,500 Avios one-way (peak pricing). Availability: High. Dates: May 1-5.

London to Miami (Economy) - 38,500 Avios one-way (peak pricing). Availability: High. Dates: May 1-5. If you'd rather pay cash for a transatlantic fare, Friday Flight Deals regularly finds sub-£300 fares to Florida - sometimes cash genuinely beats points on this route.

London to Singapore (Economy) - 44,000 Avios one-way at off-peak rates. Availability: Medium. Dates scattered through May 11, 12, 19, 25, and 26. Good value for a long-haul flight.

London to Hong Kong (Economy) - 38,500 Avios one-way at off-peak rates. Availability: High. Dates: May 3, 4, 6, 7, 11. That's exceptional value for a 12-hour flight.

The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa is the standout hotel deal this week. At roughly 76,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, you're getting a 9.6 cents per point value - which is extraordinary. Overwater bungalows in Bora Bora regularly go for $700-$900+ per night in cash.

Book a 5-night stay and the fifth night is free with Marriott Bonvoy, making this deal even more compelling. A full list of this week's hotel redemptions - including Hyatt, Hilton, and IHG picks - is in the premium section below.

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