Travel tips

Get $75 extra on top of the Chase Sapphire's 75,000-point bonus

September 16, 2025
There’s now a twist to the Chase Sapphire Preferred's 75,000-point bonus — you can stack an extra stash of cash on top.

Hyatt all-inclusives: Where points buy more than a room

September 16, 2025
Hyatt all-inclusives are often bookable for a reasonable number of points — especially if you are booking for two (and not a family).

How to rebook your flight for free when the price drops

September 12, 2025
Airlines have made it much easier in recent years to get a credit or even a refund if the price of your flight drops after you book.

One flexible trick to beat loyalty program devaluations

September 11, 2025
Hilton and Iberia just devalued their rewards with award chart updates. The best way to protect yourself is to earn flexible points.

A once-a-year perk that can cut your family’s airfare in half

September 10, 2025
My home airport has only one Alaska Airlines destination, but the companion fare alone makes this card worth having.

We tested 4 different packing cubes: Which one is best?

September 10, 2025
Before we hit the road, there's one product we swear by: packing cubes. We tested 4 options to find the best.

Frontier’s $69 status hack could pay for itself on your first trip

September 8, 2025
For just $69, you can lock in Frontier Gold status through December 2026 — no elite status required.

Why pairing concerts with international trips can save you big

September 7, 2025
If you want to catch a mega-star's concert, don't overlook the option of booking a trip to see it abroad.

How to score nearly two years of free companion flights

September 5, 2025
Use the sign-up bonus offers on Southwest's credit cards to help earn the truly no-strings-attached Southwest Companion Pass.

Your boarding pass might open more (lounge) doors than you think

September 3, 2025
The lounge that your airline gives you access to isn't necessarily the only lounge you can go into — and it's usually not the best.

Unlock more value from your credit cards with this powerful tool

September 2, 2025
Maximizing your credit card perks can be a time-consuming and overwhelming process. However, there's a solution: CardPointers.

How to turn 14,000 Amex points into a Caribbean vacation

September 1, 2025
My "earn-and-burn" approach to points and miles helped me book a trip to the Dominican Republic during peak season.