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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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I grew up really enjoying travel. My parents were both doctors and they would go to lots of medical conferences in all kinds of cities. They brought me along and I remember...
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Lounge access before you fly and a glass of champagne after boarding. Top-notch meals and service. And most importantly: a lie-flat seat that reclines into a comfortable bed as you cross the...
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November is a smart time to travel—between the summer and holiday high seasons—and fall light and often-clear skies make it a great month for photography too. Below are some of your smartest...
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Pleasant temperatures, fewer tourists, and shoulder-season deals make October a great time to travel to a large swath of the globe. Since you can’t go everywhere, we’ve pinpointed a few of the...
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Master Sergeant Eric Haynes (retired) has a classic American story. Born in Moberly, Missouri in 1966, he joined the Air Force right out of high school and began what would be three-plus...
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November is the last month for some of the best flight deals as it is the last month of shoulder season before holiday travel kicks off. There are a lot of destinations...
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May is an oh-so-lovely time to be hiking, sightseeing, or simply people-watching at an outdoor café in many destinations. Below are some of your smartest May trip options. (For other months of...
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I have always been a r/OneBag traveler. In my twenties and thirties, it was euphemistically called “backpacking,” even if actual hiking in the wilderness was only rarely involved. Bringing that one tiny...
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Having a travel credit card in your wallet is a must when it comes to racking up valuable points and miles to book free (or nearly free) flights. If you're looking to...
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This is a guest post by Jade Chan, a Hawaii-based travel blogger.Hawaii is one of the best destinations for solo female travelers, offering pristine white beaches, breathtaking hiking trails, incredible sunrises, and...
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There's a reason we talk about the *chase sapphire preferred* all the time: It's the best starter travel credit card to get into points and miles. An argument could be made for...
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Bilt is a relative newcomer to the world of travel rewards … but in short order, the company that set out to give travelers a way to earn transferable points for paying...
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Americans without passports worried about delays jeopardizing their winter gateways can rest easy, knowing that processing times have dropped, according to a U.S. State Department statement on Thursday. It’s not a myth—more...
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Chase just rolled out a brand-new, limited-time offer on its popular *chase sapphire preferred*: Earn 60,000 bonus points after $4,000 in purchases in your first three months from account opening. Plus, get...
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Mistake airfares. Yes, they’re really a thing. In a world of instant online booking where nearly every transaction is automated, sometimes the computers (or the people operating them) glitch—to travelers’ advantage. These...
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In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona uncovers the concept of "shoulder season" with insights from Nerdwallet travel expert, Sally French. If you're looking to save money and avoid the crowds...
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CNN — Traveling to China as a foreigner isn’t the simplest affair. Visa applications can be complicated, while international flights are limited and more expensive right now due to lower demand and...
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Capital One's top-tier offerings of the *venture x* and the *venture x business* come with useful travel perks ranging from access to Capital One Lounges and Priority Pass lounges to a $100...
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Yes, you read my headline correctly: I'm a reporter whose job it is to cover the ins and outs of travel credit cards and the best ways to earn points … and...
