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Brie Bash

Freelance Writer
Distance Traveled in 2026
Visited in 2026
Brie Bash is a freelance writer and part-time elementary school teacher. She began “hacking” travel as a poor college student through grants, scholarships, and even coordinating group travel to earn free trips. Since 2013, she has been earning and burning points and miles alongside her husband and two energetic young boys. Their shared love of travel has taken them across the globe on amazing family adventures, and Brie’s knowledge of points and miles have allowed them to do it for next to nothing!
When not traveling or planning travel, Brie enjoys reading, writing, Latin dance, and professional baseball.
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All the Ways to Get United Club Access Before Your Next Flight
All the Ways to Get United Club Access Before Your Next Flight
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Frequent and casual flyers alike can enjoy the perks of having access to a United Lounge, including a comfortable seat out of the hustle and bustle of the busy airport. Business travelers as well as families benefit from the free snacks and drinks, high-speed Wi-Fi, and more available in these convenient lounges. But who can visit a United Club and how do you get access? Let’s look.

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

United Gold Status: Free Checked Bags, Upgrades, Lounge Access, and More
United Gold Status: Free Checked Bags, Upgrades, Lounge Access, and More
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United Airlines Premier Gold status is where the perks of having United status really start to show. From bonus miles and complimentary upgrades to Star Alliance Gold benefits and more, there's a lot to love about Premier Gold. From earning it for the first time to keeping it for a lifetime, here's all you need to know about United Gold status and its many benefits.

Tyler GlattBrie Bash
Tyler Glatt & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Use Your Amex CLEAR+ Credit to Unlock a Seamless Airport Security Experience
How to Use Your Amex CLEAR+ Credit to Unlock a Seamless Airport Security Experience
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If you've ever jealously watched travelers breeze through security with a fingerprint or retinol scan, you may be in luck. That's because several American Express credit cards offer full reimbursement for your CLEAR+ Membership each year. This means that you could enjoy the convenience of expedited security without the hefty price tag. Let's look at how this benefit works and which cards provide it.

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

American Express Plum Card Review: A Unique Card Good For Businesses With Inconsistent Cashflow
American Express Plum Card Review: A Unique Card Good For Businesses With Inconsistent Cashflow
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The Plum Card® from American Express is a simple cash-back business card that offers incentives for making timely payments and gives cardholders extra time to pay charges. Is it the right card for your business? We're weighing the card's pros and cons, explaining the benefits, and comparing it to other business cards on the market in this detailed review.

Samantha HollandBrie Bash
Samantha Holland & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: A Guide To Earning and Redeeming Points, Elite Status, and More
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: A Guide To Earning and Redeeming Points, Elite Status, and More
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Virgin Atlantic Flying Club boasts numerous partnerships that make earning and using Virgin points easy. With a ton of partner booking sweet spots, Virgin points are one of the most valuable currencies for booking flights. Here we break down the basics of the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and check out the hidden gems that make Virgin points super valuable.

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: Bonus Cash Back, No Annual Feebonus
Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card Review: Bonus Cash Back, No Annual Feebonus
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The Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards credit card credit card is a good choice for individuals who want to earn cash back on their everyday purchases and have the ability to customize their earnings to their specific spending habits. Our detailed review covers the cards positives and negatives to help you make an informed choice about whether you should apply.

Brett HolzhauerBrie Bash
Brett Holzhauer & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Changes to JetBlue Mosaic Status Are Coming in 2025. Here Are the Details.
Changes to JetBlue Mosaic Status Are Coming in 2025. Here Are the Details.
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JetBlue announced TrueBlue program updates that will take effect in 2025. Although the basics of the program will remain unchanged, elite members will see some of their benefits disappearing in the new year — including favorite perks like free helicopter transfers. Here’s what to know about the changes, including the lost perks and a couple of increased benefits.

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt