With the end of June upon us, a wave of travel and gift card deals are about to expire—including offers from Delta, inKind, Kroger’s 4X fuel points, and a Marriott points sale. If you’ve been eyeing any of these promotions, this is your last call to act before they disappear, as highlighted in Frequent Miler’s latest roundup.
Our Take
Mixed. These expiring deals are a classic case of "use it or lose it"—great for savvy travelers and shoppers who can take advantage before the deadline, but a non-event if you’re not ready to commit. The value is real for those who can stack rewards or need to top up points, but don’t rush into a purchase you can’t use just for the sake of a deal.
What’s Ending This Week
- Delta gift card deals: Last chance to buy discounted Delta gift cards
- inKind gift card offers: Final days for bonus value on inKind purchases
- Kroger 4X fuel points on gift cards: Promotion ending soon
- Marriott points sale: Limited-time bonus or discount on Marriott Bonvoy points purchases
- Additional travel and shopping deals (see Frequent Miler for the full list)
Who Benefits Most
- Delta flyers planning summer travel: If you’re booking Delta flights soon, discounted gift cards can shave real dollars off your ticket cost.
- Marriott loyalists needing a points top-up: Buying points during a sale can be worthwhile if you have a high-value redemption in mind—at our valuation of 0.8¢ per Bonvoy point, calculate if the sale price beats this.
- Kroger shoppers with big fuel needs: Buying gift cards now can net you 4X fuel points, translating to significant gas savings if you fill up frequently.
- inKind users who dine out often: If you regularly use inKind at partner restaurants, bonus value now means more meals for your money.
Who Should Be Cautious
- Travelers without immediate plans: Don’t buy airline or hotel points speculatively—future devaluations or unused balances can erase any savings.
- Gift card buyers with uncertain needs: Only purchase gift cards if you’re sure you’ll use them; unused cards tie up cash and can go forgotten.
- Marriott point buyers not targeting high-value redemptions: If you redeem points for low-value stays, even a sale may not be a good deal.
What To Do Right Now
- Review your upcoming travel and shopping plans—act only if you have a clear use for these deals.
- For Delta flyers, check if discounted gift cards can be applied to your next booking before the deal ends.
- Marriott members: Compare the sale price per point to our 0.8¢ valuation—only buy if you’ll redeem above this rate.
- Kroger shoppers: Stock up on gift cards you’ll use to maximize 4X fuel points before the promo expires.
- Visit Frequent Miler’s Last Chance Deals page for the full list and deadlines.
