The 100K Sapphire Preferred Offer is Back … But What is Chase Up To?
Unless you've been living under a rock (or maybe just offline), you've probably seen it: Chase is bringing the heat with a new 100,000-point sign-up bonus offer on the *chase sapphire preferred* for...
View Article10 Solid Ways to Use an 85K Marriott Free Night Certificate in 2025
Carrying a co-branded hotel credit card can have many benefits beyond points, but few perks are more lucrative than free night certificates. Free night certificates that come from a handful of Marriott...
View ArticleThe Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 5: The 10 Commandments of Points & Miles
Gunnar and Kyle go back to basics on the pod: It’s not the Five D’s of Dodgeball, it’s the 10 Commandments of Points and Miles! Whether you’re just getting started with travel rewards or consider...
View ArticleAll About Autoslash: The #1 Tool to Save on Rental Cars!
Whether you just need a quick rental or are planning a big road trip, getting the best deal on a rental car can feel like a full-time job, comparing rates between the big-box companies and scouring for...
View ArticleAverage Flight Prices Just Dropped A Lot … Again
It might not feel like it if you've glanced at the stock market, but it's true: It's a great time to be on the hunt for cheap flights. In fact, it's probably the best time in years. The latest federal...
View ArticleThe Chase Sapphire Preferred: Still the Best Card for Beginners
For more than a decade, we've considered the *csp* one of the best travel rewards credit cards for beginners. In 2025, that hasn't changed … in fact, it's easily our top pick right now after rolling...
View ArticleChase Sapphire Preferred® Card 100K Referral Links Are Now Live!
Almost a week after rolling out the massive new 100,000-point offer on the fan-favorite *chase sapphire preferred*, referral links to share with friends and family now reflect that bigger bonus. And...
View ArticleChase Sapphire Preferred vs Capital One Venture Card: Which is Right for You?
Shelling out hundreds of dollars in annual fees on premium credit cards isn't for everybody – especially if you're just getting started with travel cards. We get it. Luckily, some great travel rewards...
View ArticleForget What You’ve Heard: Stop Searching Incognito for Cheap Flights
Of all the myths surrounding travel and finding cheap flights, one stands out – searching for flights using incognito mode. We hear it again and again and again, from beginners to even so-called travel...
View ArticleIt’s Easier than Ever to Book Biz Class to Europe This Summer
The words “summer trip to Europe” and “cheap” rarely go together – especially if you want to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a business class seat. But this summer could be different … at least if you have...
View ArticleHow You Can Earn up to 205K Points with the New Chase Sapphire Preferred® Offer
Late last week, Chase rolled out one of the biggest credit card offers we’ve seen in years. It's creating a lot of buzz – for good reason. Right now on the *chase sapphire preferred* you can earn...
View ArticleChase Sapphire Preferred® Card FAQ: All Your Questions, Answered
You've got questions about the *chase sapphire preferred*? We've got answers! We've spilled plenty of ink on the Sapphire Preferred over the years, and for good reason. For more than a decade, the...
View ArticleOh, Canada: The Sweet Spot for Scoring Business Class Award Availability
Using airline miles isn’t nearly as simple as paying cash for a flight – especially if you’re aiming for the comfy seats up front. Airlines are increasingly throttling prized premium cabin award space...
View ArticleThompson Madrid Review: A Cool Spot (…That I Caught at the Wrong Time)
Travel's all about timing, and although my recent off-season stay at the Thompson Madrid wasn't particularly well-timed, I still loved the stylish hotel and would love to stay again under different...
View ArticleAmerican Will Offer Free Inflight Wi-Fi by 2026
American Airlines will offer fast, free Wi-Fi across nearly all its fleet, the Dallas-based carrier announced on Tuesday morning, finally matching Delta and United in offering passengers free inflight...
View ArticleHuge Bonus (& Spending Requirement): Earn up to 750K Miles on the Capital One...
Since debuting to the masses nearly two years ago, the *venture x business* has proven a wildly popular addition to the wallets of many business owners. An eye-popping bonus should only add fuel to the...
View ArticleMassive: Google Flights is Finally Testing Out a Basic Economy Filter
Google Flights is far and away the most powerful search platform for cheap flights, bar none. And the company just made it even better, answering our prayers (and yours) with one of the most requested...
View ArticleWorried About Flying with Real ID? Use These Alternatives to Keep Flying Next...
It's actually, really, finally happening … kind of: Real ID requirements for flying domestically are set to take effect next month. It's been delayed and pushed back repeatedly over the last year, but...
View ArticleNew Chase Offer: Get $100 Off Away Luggage with a $400+ Purchase
Are you in the market for a new piece of luggage and have a Chase Sapphire card in your wallet? You'll want to check your Chase Offers … there's a great new deal you won't want to miss. Now through...
View ArticleWe’re Hiring! Join Thrifty Traveler as Our Marketing Director
Travel is booming, and so are we. Now, we're looking to fill another 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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