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How to Fly Emirates Roundtrip to Europe for 35K in Economy, or 108K for Business
From spacious economy seats to a cushy business class setup to its unparalleled first class suites, Emirates has earned its spot as one of the world's best airlines. And while it primarily flies to and...
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The Easiest (& Cheapest) Way to Get Into the World’s Coolest Airport Lounge
Who doesn't love an airport lounge? At a minimum, it's a spot to charge your phone, eat a snack, or drink for free before your flight. At their best, you can take a shower, sit down for a fancy meal,...
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Capital One Venture X Card Review: Get 75K Miles, Lounge Access & More
Most flyers dabbling in travel credit cards wind up facing a choice: Should you pay up for a premium travel card to unlock benefits like airport lounge access and money-saving travel credits? Or stick...
View ArticleWe’re Hiring! Join Thrifty Traveler as Our Marketing Director
Travel is booming, and so are we. Now, we're looking to fill a critical role on our team. We're aiming to hire a savvy and experienced Marketing Director to help us reach and assist even more...
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Global Entry vs TSA PreCheck: Which is Better for You?
Dreading long lines at the airport? You’re not alone – especially these days with travel ramping up for spring break and summer after that. Luckily, there's a pair of government programs you can enroll...
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Flights Expensive From Your Airport? How to Break Free as a ‘Hub Captive’
You're not seeing things: Flights are priced very differently based on your home airport, and some cities are worse than others. We're looking at you, Salt Lake City! And you, Charlotte. And you,...
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Introducing CardPilot: A New Way to Pick Your Next Travel Card!
Need help picking your next (or first) travel rewards credit card? We've got you covered. We're thrilled to announce the launch of CardPilot, our brand-new tool designed to help beginner and expert...
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How to Combine Capital One Miles Between Cards & Other Cardmembers
What was once a simple travel rewards program thanks to the popular *capital one venture card* has become a jack-of-all-trades, appealing to everyone from beginner travelers to seasoned points and...
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The Basics of Booking First & Business Class with Miles
Dreaming of scoring a fancy seat up front for a big trip abroad? Of course, a big stash of points and miles can help – but sometimes, even all the points in the world aren't enough to make it happen....
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American Airlines Basic Economy: What You Get & How to Beat It
Whether you're planning a domestic trip or flying internationally, basic economy fares have become nearly unavoidable. But every airline handles these no-frills fares a bit differently. American...
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Southwest Flights Are Now Bookable into November 2025!
Even though we are still in the dog days of winter, it's time to start planning your trips for next summer and fall. You can now book Southwest flights all the way through early November 2025 … and...
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New CLEAR Promo: Sign Up & Get a $75 Uber Credit
From six-month free trials to credit card perks that cover the entire annual cost, we've seen a handful of lucrative ways to get signed up for CLEAR® Plus for less over the years. The latest promotion...
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The 16 Best Ways to Earn Delta SkyMiles in 2025
Need to earn Delta SkyMiles – and a lot of them? Look no further. Others bash Delta SkyMiles for being “worthless” – and when it comes to flying business class, they certainly can be – but there are...
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The Best First Class (& Lie-Flat!) Deals You Can Book in the U.S.
When it comes to domestic flights within the U.S., you don't always need something fancy. For most, any old seat will do. But lately, the cost of flying in the front of the plane has been dropping, and...
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Limited-Time Offers: Earn up to 100K SkyMiles with a New Delta Credit Card!
From the *delta skymiles gold* to the top-tier *delta skymiles reserve*, Amex has a SkyMiles credit card for nearly every type of Delta flyer. And if you're just adding one of these cards for the first...
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Lie-Flat for Less: 7 Airlines That Offer Cheap Business Class Upgrades
We have a ground rule: If you're set on flying business or first class, your best bet is to book that seat from the start. Banking on a cheap upgrade from your (already cheap) ticket is rarely a...
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Bilt Plans New Credit Cards, Earning Points on Your Mortgage (Coming Soon)
Never one to rest on its laurels, Bilt Rewards is working on the next generation of the *Bilt Mastercard*. After first teasing “Bilt Card 2.0” in an open letter to members late last year, the loyalty...
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The Flight First Rule: The #1 Way to Save on Airfare
Most travelers follow a similar script when planning any trip: Pick your dates, select a spot, book a hotel, book a flight, and go. You're doing it wrong. While it might seem like the only logical way...
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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card: A Big Bonus, Easy-to-Use Rewards & More
The *capital one venture card* is one of our favorite credit cards for beginners thanks to its low annual fee and how easy it is to both earn and redeem miles for travel. And unlike some starter...
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Booking Biz Class Seats with Points is Getting Harder: 7 Tips to Make it Happen
If you can and will pay $5,000 or more for a business class flight, you can stop reading this right here. But if you're like the rest of us – thow who rely on credit card points to book lie-flat seats...
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