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12 holiday gift ideas for the traveler in your life

December 15, 2025
Shopping for a traveler this holiday season? Here are 12 practical, crowd-pleasing gift ideas they’ll actually use.

A simple rule for mixing cash and miles on group trips

December 14, 2025
Flying with family or friends? Learn how to decide who should get the award ticket and who should pay cash.

The loophole I use to get 5x on almost every purchase

December 12, 2025
Many purchases earn only 1x, but gift cards can change that. Here's how to use increase your points on almost everything.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 hit their lowest price yet

December 11, 2025
The AirPods Pro 3 with active noise cancellation are a great travel pick, and this sale brings them to their lowest price yet.

Pack like a pro: 14 must-haves to skip checking bags

December 10, 2025
Checked bags cost more than ever, but these travel essentials will help you pack light in just a carry-on, and skip the fees.

Get twice the travel rewards for everything you buy online

December 9, 2025
Turn routine online purchases into Bilt points by linking your Rakuten account.

How I used 15,000 Citi points for a 5-star Bangkok hotel stay

December 9, 2025
I turned 15,000 Citi ThankYou points into a luxury four-night stay in Bangkok thanks to this lesser-known partner.

How I use the 'dartboard method' to find cheaper flights

December 8, 2025
A simple airport search strategy helped me save on a Lake Tahoe trip and turned one destination into a bigger adventure.

Spring break award travel: how to find flights and hotels early

December 4, 2025
A practical guide to using points and miles for spring break, from finding award flights to choosing destinations and lodging options.

How to use Hilton for Business to stack extra points on stays

December 3, 2025
A clear guide to Hilton for Business, including perks, bonus points, and how to register your company.

A simple guide to earning more cash back with Rakuten

December 3, 2025
Rakuten is offering up to 10% off at many online merchants, plus a $50 new-member bonus.

Why the ABC islands are my favorite warm winter escape

December 2, 2025
For east coasters looking for a winter escape, Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao are a quick trip with mid-80s temps all year round.