An Elaborate Travel Scam, Capital One Venture Rewards Perks, Chase's 5/24 Rule Expansion and More
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Each Saturday, we round up news stories that you might have missed from the week before. Here's the top miles, points and travel news you might have missed on TPG this week.
How to Avoid the Most Elaborate Travel Scam I've Ever Seen
TPG Backpacker Brian Biros found himself in a sticky situation on his latest trip to Fez. He tells how to avoid similar scams.
6 Reasons to Get the Capital One Venture Rewards Card
These perks may make you consider applying.
Chase's 5/24 Rule Has Expanded to the World of Hyatt Card and Other Co-Brands
One of the most unfortunate rules for any maximizer is being expanded.
Tips for Seeing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
If you missed it this year, you may want to plan ahead for next year with these Mommy Points tips.
Airline Asks Passengers for Cash to Pay Repair Bill so Plane Can Depart
Spare change for a decent departure time?
Martha Stewart Feels the Same Way About Uber as You Do
She tweeted about her first Uber experience and most of us can relate.
The Best Time to Visit Europe? Right Now
Strong US dollar, flight deals, award tickets, oh my!
TPG Staff Picks: What We're Thankful for This Thanksgiving
From the reasonable Amex Platinum Authorized User fees to raising $1 million dollars for charity, here's what Team TPG is thankful for.
The Critical Points: Use These Great Avenues to Domestic Award Travel
You can't forget about those handy transfer partners!
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Cons
- Highest bonus-earning categories only on travel booked via Capital One Travel
- LIMITED-TIME OFFER: Enjoy $250 to use on Capital One Travel in your first cardholder year, plus earn 75,000 bonus miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening - that’s equal to $1,000 in travel
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- Earn 5X miles on hotels, vacation rentals and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
- Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
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