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Credit card points from banks like Amex, Chase, and Capital One are simply more valuable than any single airline mileage program for one simple reason: You can transfer them to a dozen...
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If words like “award chart,” “transfer partner,” and “travel portal” are enough to make your head explode, I've got just the thing for you. There's no easier way to use points and...
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Whether you're planning a holiday in Europe or a round-the-world trip, here's how to get the cheapest flights possible. Credit: Nieuwland Photography - Shutterstock With flight ticket prices fluctuating by the minute,...
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If you're planning on doing some holiday traveling this year (or have already started to do so), you've likely already sunk quite the pretty penny into airfare and accommodations. But if you...
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Fresh off their merger, the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines made waves earlier this week by announcing two new long-haul international flights to Asia from the carrier's hub in Seattle (SEA). But beyond...
4. What’s your best tip to save money on flights overall?I’m less about saving money and more about the best value. I tend to like premium cabins, so I don’t look for...
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Sick of seeing sky-high SkyMiles rates to fly Delta? There could be a better way: Using points from partner airline Virgin Atlantic to book that exact same Delta flight instead. We've written...
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Flight prices might seem high, but cheap flights are out there if you know where to look – and our team at Thrifty Traveler does. Day after day after day, we're sending...
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Black Friday is almost here. And like clockwork, we see the requests pouring in from fellow travelers, asking about finding cheap flight deals this Friday. But here's the truth: Whether it's Black...
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If you're a frequent Delta flyer, it's high time you reconsider swiping a card like the *delta skymiles gold card* or *delta skymiles platinum card* for every purchase. Instead, use a (non-Delta)...
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The latest news of Spirit Airlines filing for bankruptcy gave me mixed feelings.It’s the airline people love to hate, and plenty of writers have heaped on critiques and scorn. In an industry...
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You want to take advantage of your passport and desire to travel out of the country, but traveling is expensive. Or is it?While many of us have bucket lists of countries we may...
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Europe is an ideal holiday destination thanks to its close proximity, its history, culture and beautiful landscapes and while a European adventure may seem costly, exploring the continent doesn’t need to break...
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When banks like American Express come out with a limited-time, increased welcome offer on popular travel cards, the same question floods our inboxes: Should I upgrade my card? Or apply for a...
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If you're like me, your inbox is probably a mess right now as every brand you've ever heard of is pinging you with Black Friday sales. And the airlines want some of...
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Whether you're planning a domestic trip or flying internationally, basic economy fares have become nearly unavoidable. But every airline handles these no-frills fares a bit differently. American Airlines basic economy comes with...
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Personal Finance Chevron icon Credit Cards A popular TikTok travel hack recommends using VPNs to find cheap flights, but other strategies work better Written by Alberto Riva; edited by Katherine Fan 2024-11-20T18:27:04Z...
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Of all the myths surrounding travel and finding cheap flights, one stands out – searching for flights using incognito mode. We hear it again and again and again, from beginners to even...
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In the world of premium travel rewards credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a strong choice for travelers looking to earn bonus points on their travel spending and get some top-of-the-line...
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Thanksgiving is next week -- and Christmas isn't too far behind, which means holiday season is in full swing. That means it's time to start preparing now. If you plan to travel...
