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The evolution of travel: Where we go and how we stay is changing
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How my Hilton cards turned a luxury Portugal resort stay into an all-inclusive experience
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The complete guide to Chase Sapphire airport lounges — and how to get access
Published Dec. 05, 2025
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Amex Platinum vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which premium travel card is right for you?
Published Dec. 05, 2025
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Guides
How I earned 29,000 Loyalty Points and 23,000 AAdvantage miles on a single $800 hotel stay
Published Dec. 05, 2025
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Frontier's new first-class seats now slated for early 2026 debut
Published Dec. 05, 2025
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Published Dec. 04, 2025
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News
AAdvantage members can redeem miles for FIFA World Cup 26 tickets starting Dec. 17
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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News
Turkish Miles&Smiles devalues award prices to Hawaii by 150%, bumps other domestic awards up by 50%
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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This new collection of historic hotels from St. Regis will transport guests to another era of luxury
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How the Citi/AAdvantage Globe Mastercard benefits can easily save you thousands on your next trip
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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News
Mystery devaluation: British Airways will increase the cost of Avios redemptions Dec. 15
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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Guides
Make the most of the authorized user benefits on the Venture X while you can
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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Guides
Ski season is here, but the chance to buy an Epic Pass to ski for less ends tonight
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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Guides
Why this is the easiest time of the year to earn 5 points per dollar spent
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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News
United cardholders can earn 2X miles on rent payments through Bilt — here's how
Published Dec. 04, 2025
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Guides
How to use the up to $400 Hilton Aspire resort credit each year
Published Dec. 03, 2025
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Guides
Who should (and shouldn’t) get the Capital One Venture X card?
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Target’s annual 10%-off gift card sale is back, plus more holiday deals
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Guides
Monthly checklist: Credit card perks and benefits you should be using in December
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Guides
Expanded Southwest benefits: The Southwest Plus, Premier and Priority go head-to-head
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Forgettable statement credits checklist: Perks and benefits not to be overlooked
Published Dec. 01, 2025
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Guides
10 points and miles tasks to complete by the end of the year
Published Dec. 03, 2025
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Guides
How to retroactively credit flights to your frequent flyer account
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Guides
What are points and miles worth? TPG’s December 2025 monthly valuations
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Deals
Book flights to Europe starting at 18,750 miles: Check out Flying Blue’s December Promo Rewards
Published Dec. 01, 2025
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Guides
How to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Southwest Rapid Rewards
Published Dec. 01, 2025
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Guides
Best Western Rewards: How to earn and redeem points, elite status and more
Published Nov. 30, 2025
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News
Save Marriott points by periodically repricing your upcoming award stays
Published Nov. 28, 2025
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Deals
Deal of the day: Business class to Costa Rica throughout 2026 for 20,000 miles
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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4 min read

Guides
Updated: All the best Travel Tuesday and Cyber Week flight deals
Published Dec. 02, 2025
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Deals
United Cyber Week sale: Flights starting at 12,000 miles one-way
Published Dec. 01, 2025
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Guides
We’re giving away 6 tickets to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific: Here’s how to enter and how to maximize your Asia Miles for travel
Published Nov. 03, 2025
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11 min read

News
Holiday travel 2025: Prices are higher year over year, but don't wait much longer to book
Published Oct. 27, 2025
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12 best things to do in Icy Strait Point and Hoonah, Alaska, on a cruise
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Hubbard Glacier vs. Glacier Bay: Which is the better scenic cruising spot in Alaska?
Published Nov. 20, 2025
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A beginners guide to visiting Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
Published Nov. 16, 2025
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These 3 amazing Princess tours of Alaska will get you deep into the wilderness
Published Nov. 09, 2025
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6 amazing excursions you’ll only find on an Alaska cruisetour
Published Nov. 06, 2025
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Which Princess Alaska cruisetour is right for you? A complete guide to all your options
Published Nov. 05, 2025
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Guides
The best Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday hotel deals in 2025
Published Dec. 01, 2025
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Deals
IHG's exclusive app cyber sale: Members save up to 25% off stays through March
Published Nov. 17, 2025
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3 min read

Reviews
My 4 favorite things about Hyatt's Andaz Tokyo and how to book with points
Published Oct. 22, 2025
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Reviews
An art-filled lobby and chic French bistro: First look at the Hotel Indigo Auckland
Published Oct. 13, 2025
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Reviews
The ultimate in Mexican luxury: Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort
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