Travel tips

How Gondola helps you decide when to book hotels with cash or points

January 7, 2026
Gondola helps you decide when to book hotels with cash or points. You can extra cash back through a new status challenge.

The credit card perks people forget to turn on

January 5, 2026
Many high-value credit card benefits aren’t automatic. Learn which perks require enrollment before you use them.

How I’m using AI to plan better trips in 2026

January 4, 2026
Here’s how I use AI to make trip planning faster, more realistic, and less chaotic, with specific prompts and clear guardrails.

My 2026 strategy for earning more points and traveling for less

January 2, 2026
How I’m planning to earn and redeem points in 2026, including tools, hotel status shortcuts, and smarter airline strategies.

Why the Venture X’s 100k bonus is the best premium card on the market

December 25, 2025
Among premium credit cards, the Capital One Venture X stands out for its relative affordability and simplicity.

Forgot a gift? These travel picks will arrive instantly

December 23, 2025
From audiobooks to travel tools, these last-minute travel gifts still arrive by Christmas with no shipping required.

9 must-have travel items to stay germ-free on your next flight

December 22, 2025
Flu season is almost here. These travel essentials can minimize the chances of picking up something you absolutely don't want.

How to find EV-friendly accommodation for road trips

December 21, 2025
Planning an EV road trip? Here’s how to find hotels and Airbnbs with EV charging, plus tips to avoid range anxiety overnight.

The 14 travel products Points Path readers loved most in 2025

December 21, 2025
See which 14 travel purchases were most popular with Points Path members in 2025.

Why I almost always stay at an airport hotel for one night

December 19, 2025
Here’s why a one-night airport hotel stay can save money, reduce stress, and simplify travel days.

How to bid on premium-cabin upgrades

December 18, 2025
Some airlines let you bid for premium seats instead of paying cash. Here’s how upgrade bidding works and when it makes sense.

Why 'booking direct' doesn’t always make sense anymore

December 16, 2025
Booking directly isn’t always the best move anymore. Here’s when credit card travel portals or OTAs actually make more sense.