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Ryan Smith

Former Senior Editor
Distance Traveled in 2026
Visited in 2026

Ryan is a writer and editor who first wrote for AwardWallet team in 2021 but has been around points and miles for several years. He has written at Forbes Advisor, CNBC Select, Miles to Memories, The Points Guy, and USA Today Blueprint.

After someone at his hostel in China said “I flew here for free using points,” Ryan was hooked. In December 2023, he finished his goal of visiting every country and now plans to return to those that merit another visit.

His wife joins him on many of his trips, and they enjoy snowboarding, diving, and seeing animals in the wild. When not traveling, Ryan is probably answering questions from his family about how he travels so much and whether all of this is illegal.

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Hyatt's Partnership With Mr & Mrs Smith: Perks You'll Get & Point Redemptions at 1,000+ Integrated Hotels
Hyatt's Partnership With Mr & Mrs Smith: Perks You'll Get & Point Redemptions at 1,000+ Integrated Hotels
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Hyatt has integrated over 1,000 Mr & Mrs Smith hotels into the World of Hyatt program. You can now earn and redeem Hyatt points at boutique luxury properties around the globe, including some in locations where Hyatt previously had no presence. Here’s what to know about elite perks (or the lack thereof), how dynamic pricing works, and what to expect when booking these unique properties.

Ryan SmithBen Nickel-D'Andrea
Ryan Smith & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

Free FoundersCard Membership for CLEAR Plus Members – Here's How to Claim This Offer
Free FoundersCard Membership for CLEAR Plus Members – Here's How to Claim This Offer
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It's not every day that I check my email and find a free one-year trial of something that normally costs a few hundred dollars. But that's the magic happening today. CLEAR Plus members are receiving emails to activate a free one-year trial membership for FoundersCard, the travel-meets-business luxury card that normally carries a steep membership fee. What is FoundersCard, and how do you enroll for the free 12 months of it? Read on.

Ryan SmithJT Genter
Ryan Smith & JT Genter
The Cost to Apply for Programs Like Global Entry Is Increasing on October 1. Will Your Credit Card Cover the Higher Fees?
The Cost to Apply for Programs Like Global Entry Is Increasing on October 1. Will Your Credit Card Cover the Higher Fees?
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If you missed the news, the cost of Global Entry, SENTRI, and NEXUS will increase on October 1, 2024. Since October 1 is just a few short days away, now's a great time to apply for one of these trusted traveler programs before they become more expensive. Or, if you have a credit card offering an application fee waiver as a perk, you may not need to act so swiftly — here's why.

Ryan SmithScott Sikes
Ryan Smith & Scott Sikes
Earn a Cash Bonus of $2,000 (Or More) with Capital One Spark Cash Plus
Earn a Cash Bonus of $2,000 (Or More) with Capital One Spark Cash Plus
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Capital One is giving business owners the opportunity to earn a $2,000 cash bonus on its premier business cash-back card, the Capital One Spark Cash Plus — and an additional $2,000 for every $500,000 spent during the first year — with no caps or limits.. This card is one of the most straightforward rewards earners on the market, with a simple 2% cash back on all purchases and no cap on how much cash back you can earn. The spending requirement is high, but this bonus is massive.

Tyler GlattRyan Smith
Tyler Glatt & Ryan Smith

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

The Best Credit Cards for Trip Interruption and Trip Cancellation Insurance
The Best Credit Cards for Trip Interruption and Trip Cancellation Insurance
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Wondering if you should purchase trip insurance to cover trip cancelations or interruptions? Enter credit card trip interruption and cancellation insurance, which can cover you for extra expenses when you must end a trip early (interruption insurance) or cancel it (cancellation insurance) for covered reasons. Which cards provide the best policies? Here's a closer look.

Ryan SmithJess Farley
Ryan Smith & Jess Farley

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Earn Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status and the Perks of Each Tier
How To Earn Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status and the Perks of Each Tier
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Interested in earning elite status with Marriott's Bonvoy rewards program? Marriott Bonvoy elite status consists of five elite tiers (in addition to the base level). The program has a huge worldwide footprint and offers various perks, depending on your status level and the hotel brand you're staying at. In this article, we deeply dive into Marriott's elite status tiers, what they offer, and how to attain these perks.

Ryan SmithMax Prosperi
Ryan Smith & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

You Can Now Earn and Redeem Flying Blue Miles on Oman Air...Which Is Surprising
You Can Now Earn and Redeem Flying Blue Miles on Oman Air...Which Is Surprising
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Mere days after confirming the timeline for Oman Air joining Oneworld, which should happen by the end of 2024, Oneworld's next airline has gone and partnered with founding members of the rival SkyTeam alliance. That's interesting, to say the least. That's good news for those who love additional options for earning and redeeming their miles, though. And the fact the partnership comes with one of the easiest programs in which to accrue miles should make you especially happy.

Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith