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Premium travel perks like airport lounge access, rental car elite status, and top-notch travel insurance make the *venture x* a no-brainer for most travelers. But if you ask me, a couple of under-the-radar...
Thrifty Traveler
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For years, points and miles aficionados have put up with Avianca LifeMiles' shoddy customer service and wonky website for one reason: Low mileage redemption rates, which made it the best way to...
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Most travelers follow a similar script when planning any trip: Pick your dates, select a spot, book a hotel, book a flight, and go. You're doing it wrong. While it might seem...
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Dreaming of scoring a fancy seat up front for a big trip abroad? Of course, a big stash of points and miles can help – but sometimes, even all the points in...
Who doesn't love an airport lounge? At a minimum, it's a spot to charge your phone, eat a snack, or drink for free before your flight. At their best, you can take...
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I’m a loyal Delta flyer, avoiding American Airlines as much as possible. Yet I’m always looking for new ways to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles. Yes, you read that correctly. Between its...
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Not long ago, parents could count on selecting their seats on a flight for free … or at least getting assigned a spot next to their children. But the growth of cheap...
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For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to fly Virgin Atlantic Upper Class. The bold, British airline has set itself apart from the rest of the airline industry by doing...
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Even with the pandemic in our rearview mirror, airlines are still giving travelers unprecedented flexibility to cancel almost any flight for a credit or voucher. But once you’ve got them, you're stuck...
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There are few things that will improve your time spent at the airport more than having access to an airport lounge. Think you need to be an ultra-frequent flyer with top-tier airline...
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ANA business class and first class are easily among the best in the world – especially on their new Boeing 777s decked out with “The Room” in business class and “The Suite”...
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There are some obvious pitfalls you'll want to avoid when it comes to using a credit card. Missing payments, carrying a balance, and overspending are all big no-nos … but you won't...
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When it comes to booking flights and hunting down deals, having a crystal ball would be nice, wouldn't it? But airfare is constantly changing and unpredictable – and ditto for finding award...
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Delta was the first of the major U.S. airlines to introduce basic economy tickets, competing with budget airlines like Spirit and Frontier by selling no-frills fares. Yet for years, Delta's spin on...
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As the boarding door closes on 2024, we're handing out superlatives on what was officially the biggest year for travel yet. Think of it like a high school yearbook for the travel...
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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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With the end of the year fast approaching, many travelers are confronting the unfortunate reality that they'll soon be boarding last with the rest of us: While it's not technically too late...
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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...
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United Airlines will raise the thresholds for earning status next year and many Delta Medallions are still smarting from the painful changes that took effect in 2024. But for loyal American Airlines...
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Need help picking your next (or first) travel rewards credit card? We've got you covered. We're thrilled to announce the launch of CardGenius, our brand-new tool designed to help beginner and expert travelers...
