Are you looking to cash in some of those earned miles in the month of January? Although most of the discount flights around this time of year are not that appealing (cold weather locations), I came accross a list of the top 5.The top five picks for January 2008:1. Oklahoma CityOklahoma City in January? Why not? Founded by homesteaders in the 1889 "Oklahoma Land Run," the city is steeped in history (check out the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum). And it's the country's 30th largest city.United is featuring award seats to Oklahoma City from both its Chicago and Los Angeles hubs.2. Selected cities in California, Canada, Idaho, Oregon, and WashingtonGot Alaska Mileage Plan miles? If so, you can redeem 15,000 miles for a round-trip or 7,500 miles for a one-way award trip between many cities in California and Canada, Idaho, Oregon, or Washington. That's a 5,000-mile discount off the normal round-trip coach award price, and a 2,500-mile discount off the published one-way award price.The award discount is valid for travel through February 14.To take advantage of the discounted awards, bookings must be made online.3. Cancun, MexicoFor warm weather aficionados, Cancun, Mexico, is on the hot spots lists of both American and US Airways.Si, si!4. LondonLondon has always been a favorite for award travel. This month, it's a featured award destination on the lists of American, United, and US Airways.It'll be a bit nippy, so bring your mac and brolly. And don't underestimate the warming effects of a pint at the local pub.5. ShanghaiFinally, how about one of Asia's most dynamic cities, and most exotic of this month's recommended award destinations? Shanghai!American and United both have plenty of available award seats during January. (If you're not adept with chopsticks, here's an online tutorial.)For the full article visit here: http://www.smartertravel.com/blogs/up-front-with-tim-winship/top-five-award-destinations-for-january.html?id=2489969
