Is The $695 Amex Platinum Annual Fee Worth It? An Honest Review
There’s little question that *amex platinum* is one of the best travel cards for frequent travelers looking for lounge access, hotel status, a huge welcome offer, and other luxuries. But those benefits...
View ArticleWe’re Hiring! Join us as an Influencer & Affiliate Marketing Manager
Travel is booming, and so are we. Now, we're looking to hire a dynamic Influencer & Affiliate Marketing Manager to join our team in Minneapolis. In this role, you’ll take the lead in growing and...
View ArticleWhich Points Can You Convert Into Delta SkyMiles?
You want more Delta SkyMiles. We get it – especially with all the incredible Delta SkyMiles flash sales lately like 29,000 miles roundtrip to Europe, or Auckland and back from 50,000 miles. Don't...
View ArticleGreat Seat & Better Food: A United Polaris Business Class Review
United's Polaris business class seats are the crown jewel of an airline that's angling to be America's premier international carrier. Whether you're flying to Europe, deep into South America, or over...
View ArticleOur Tried-and-True Strategy to Find Cheap Spring Break Flights
Booking a spring break trip that doesn't break the bank can be a serious challenge … and we love a good challenge here at Thrifty Traveler. Whether it's Thanksgiving, holiday break, spring break, or...
View ArticleGulp: Could Hyatt Ditch its Award Chart This Year?
Nothing in life is certain besides death, taxes, and … World of Hyatt‘s annual award chart changes. Don't shoot the messenger, but it's hard to shake the feeling that something bigger – and more...
View ArticleTime is Running Out: How to Quickly Earn American Airlines Loyalty Points
If you're hoping to earn (or renew) your American Airlines AAdvantage elite status, the clock is ticking. Most airlines have already reset for 2025, but American's “status year” runs from March 1 to...
View ArticleDestinations Where Your Dollar Will Go Further This Year
From eggs to gas, things here at home in the U.S. are still feeling expensive. But abroad, you'd be amazed by how far you can stretch your dollar … if you pick the right destinations. The U.S. dollar...
View ArticleNew: Get a 20% Bonus Transferring Amex Points to Qatar Avios
American Express launched a new transfer bonus for travelers with cards like the *amex gold* or *amex platinum*: You can get a 20% bonus when sending American Express Membership Rewards points to Qatar...
View ArticleLowest Price Ever: Buy a 4 Pack of Apple AirTags for Under $70
Apple AirTags are a must-have travel accessory for keeping track of your luggage – and they're now even more powerful for travelers as they join forces with airlines. There's never been a better time...
View ArticleHuge New Offer: Earn 70K HawaiianMiles (or Alaska Miles!) with a Single Purchase
There's no easier way to earn a huge welcome bonus than with the Hawaiian Airlines® World Elite Mastercard®: Forget spending a few thousand dollars, you can get 70,000 miles with one quick, $1 purchase...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About Amex’s International Airline Program
Yes, *amex platinum* comes with a staggering $695 annual fee (see rates & fees), but the card's dizzying array of perks and benefits can easily make that high upfront cost worth it. One of the...
View Article6 Reasons the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is Great for Beginners
We get it. Credit card points, airline miles, and big annual fees can be intimidating and downright confusing. It's tough to know where to start. And that's precisely why we think the *capital one...
View ArticleHyatt’s Annual Award Chart Changes Are Bad (But Could Have Been Worse)
Just last week, we wondered aloud: Could Hyatt finally ditch its beloved award chart altogether? For once, we're glad to be wrong … but this still hurts. Hyatt released its upcoming round of award...
View Article2 New Safari Camps Bookable with Points are Coming in Kenya
Going on safari is the ultimate bucket-list experience … and the ultimate budget-buster. Marriott is adding to the (very short) list of properties you can book using points with not one but two...
View ArticleAmazing Delta SkyMiles Deal: Fly to New Zealand from 37K SkyMiles RT!
While many flyers have soured on SkyMiles, the deeply discounted Delta SkyMiles flash sales keep coming. Our latest find could get you all the way down to New Zealand … for under 40,000 SkyMiles …...
View ArticleFrom the Greek Isles to Balinese Villas, Hilton Gets Even Better with 20 More...
Hilton pulled off a major coup last year when it stole Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) away from Hyatt, eventually bringing 400 or so boutique properties around the world under its umbrella....
View ArticleWhy 2025 is Your Year to Score Cheap Flights to Italy (Including Over Summer!)
Whether you're a Lake Como-bound honeymooner, a wine lover yearning for Tuscany, or a foodie looking to stuff yourself with pizza and pasta, there's never a bad time or reason to go to Italy. But...
View ArticleHurry: Get 5K Bonus Points Transferring from Capital One to JetBlue!
Capital One quietly re-added JetBlue as a transfer partner just last week, giving travelers with the popular *capital one venture card* and *venture x* in their wallets a new option for redeeming...
View ArticleCheers: Delta Ups its Game with Fancier Taittinger Champagne Onboard
Major airlines are in an arms race … to pour you a nicer bottle of bubbles than their competitors. And now Delta is entering the fray. The Atlanta-based airline announced Thursday that it will begin...
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