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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, then book a flight, and go. You're doing it wrong. While it might seem like the most logical...
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How to Use Chase Travel℠ to Book Flights with Points
What's better than booking an insanely cheap flight deal? Using credit card points to make it free. And there's no simpler – or more valuable – way to pull it off than booking through Chase Travel℠...
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Real ID Begins Wednesday: Use These Alternatives to Keep Flying Smoothly
It's actually, really, finally happening: Real ID requirements for flying domestically are set to take effect this week. It's been delayed and pushed back repeatedly over the last 10-plus years, but...
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Last Chance: Earn 75K Miles (& a $250 Credit) on the Capital One Venture...
Not eligible for the massive 100,000-point bonus on the *chase sapphire preferred*? There's another great welcome offer you should consider … but it's only available for a little while longer. Nearly...
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How I Saved $220 on Sun Country Flights … with a Trip to the Airport
Nearly a year and a half after Sun Country joined the likes of Spirit, Frontier, and other ultra-low-cost carriers by tacking on a sneaky fee for the “convenience” of booking tickets online, I headed...
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PSA: Book Your Summer Domestic Flights Now While They’re Cheap
Here's the current situation as it relates to summer domestic flight deals: The getting is as good as it's ever been, but the longer you wait, the harder it will be to find a stellar deal. There are...
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The 11 Best Credit Card Offers for Travelers in May 2025
Getting ahead with travel credit cards is all about timing: Opening a card when the welcome bonus is at its highest is what it's all about. If you're in the market for a new travel credit card, this is...
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Book ASAP: Rare Award Space at Hyatt’s Alila Ventana Big Sur Next Year!
With cash prices of $2,000 a night or more, Hyatt's Alila Ventana Big Sur is one of the most aspirational properties in the world. The resort gets rave reviews for its serene location on California's...
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How to Track Your Chase 5/24 Status (& Why You Should)
The big banks each have their own rules for determining who is (and isn't) eligible for a new credit card that goes well beyond the usual credit check. Whether you're angling to get the massive,...
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The 24-Hour Flight Cancellation Rule: How to Cancel for a Full Refund
If you've ever hesitated booking a flight – asking yourself “What if the price goes down later?” or “What if I can't get these dates off work?” – you need to learn to book now … and ask questions...
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Real ID on Day 1 Dispatches: A Neat (But Risky) Workaround with CLEAR
Editor's note: On Day 1 of Real ID enforcement, our executive editor is traveling across the country to see how it shakes out – and report on what travelers should watch for. Follow along for live...
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With 150+ Cancellations a Day, When Will Newark Improve?
What the heck is going on at Newark (EWR), travelers? According to data from FlightAware, roughly 150 flights a day on average been canceled in and out of the airport since Sunday. Pulling data back...
View ArticleThe Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 9: Punk, Politics & Travel w/ (Failed Uber...
This week on the show, we get to know co-host Kyle Potter a little better as Gunnar grills him on everything from his failed attempt at becoming an Uber driver that ultimately brought him to Thrifty...
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Last Chance: The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card’s 100K Bonus Offer Ends Next...
Stop what you're doing! There's only a week left to take advantage of one of the best bonus offers we've ever seen. Last month, Chase rolled out a monster, limited-time bonus on its popular *chase...
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5 Ways to Fly to Europe Under 40K Points Roundtrip This Year
If you're a traveler obsessed with getting “maximum value” from your points and miles, then yes, booking business class flights is the going to get you the most bang for your buck – or points. But if...
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Great Deal: Earn 7,500 Amex Points By Signing Up for Rakuten!
Want a quick and easy way to earn more valuable Amex Membership Rewards points? From now until June 13, current Amex cardholders can earn 7,500 points after spending $25 or more on qualifying purchases...
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Bags Late? Get 2,500 SkyMiles Thanks to Delta’s Late Baggage Bonus
Nothing's worse than getting off a long flight only to wait at the baggage carousel for your luggage. It's why many travelers skip checking a bag and pack in just a carry-on bag. But flying with Delta,...
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Why The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card 100K Bonus is Too Good to Pass Up
You may have heard, Chase is currently offering a monster, limited-time bonus on its popular *chase sapphire preferred*. For a few more days, you can earn 100,000 points after spending $5,000 in the...
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Run, Don’t Walk: Fly to Europe Under $399 RT With These Crazy Fares
How much did you budget for your flights to Europe this year? $1,000? $700? What if I told you to halve that … or less? It might sound crazy, but in a world where seemingly everything costs more,...
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9 Great Ways to Use 100K Chase Ultimate Rewards Points
In the world of travel and points and miles, nothing beats having Chase Ultimate Rewards points – the points you earn from cards like the *csp*, the *csr*, or even business cards like the *ink...
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