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I Went ‘Glamping’ in an Airstream at AutoCamp Cape Cod — And I Can’t Wait to Go Back

I Went ‘Glamping’ in an Airstream at AutoCamp Cape Cod — And I Can’t Wait to Go Back

Tyler Glatt
by Tyler Glatt
August 9, 2025
0

Visiting an AutoCamp had been on my travel bucket list for a while. I like camping, and I don’t mind a glamorous stay every now and then, so it only made sense that I’d enjoy “glamping.” And honestly, I loved it. Here’s what my AutoCamp Cape Cod experience was like — and a few things I learned about the property during my stay.

My Experience Flying Emirates Business Class: Did It Live Up to the Hype?

My Experience Flying Emirates Business Class: Did It Live Up to the Hype?

Lauren Wynn
by Lauren Wynn
August 8, 2025
4

In the points and miles world, there are a few bucket-list items that we all strive to mark off our lists. Business class on Emirates' A380 has been hovering at the top of my list for so long, and this summer I finally got to experience it for myself. But perhaps my expectations were too high. Here's what my experience was like.

Guide to Seats.aero: Track 24 Airline Programs, Find Upgrades and First Class Awards, and More

Guide to Seats.aero: Track 24 Airline Programs, Find Upgrades and First Class Awards, and More

Tyler Glatt
by Tyler Glatt
August 6, 2025
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As frequent award travelers, Seats.aero is one of the tools we appreciate the most. Seats.aero makes searching for award availability far easier than digging around various airline websites in the hopes of stumbling across a bookable seat. This beginner's guide has everything you need to know about Seats.aero.

U.S. Bank Rewards Points Can Now Expire — Here’s How to Keep Them Active

U.S. Bank Rewards Points Can Now Expire — Here’s How to Keep Them Active

Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
August 3, 2025
1

U.S. Bank recently introduced a new points expiration policy that makes it unique among major card issuers. Here is all you need to know about navigating this less-than-generous policy.

How To Turn Off Amex Pay Over Time (And Why It’s a Good Idea)

How To Turn Off Amex Pay Over Time (And Why It’s a Good Idea)

Kennedy MillerCameron Laufer
by Kennedy Miller and Cameron Laufer
July 31, 2025
4

Pay Over Time from American Express gives cardmembers more options and flexibility when it comes to paying off their balance, but it comes with a price. Here's how and why you should turn off this feature to avoid accidental interest charges and to make sure you are eligible for future offers.

Halfway to Earning 2 Million Miles: The Good, The Bad, And the Ugly

Halfway to Earning 2 Million Miles: The Good, The Bad, And the Ugly

JT Genter
by JT Genter
July 27, 2025
4

In the last three weeks, we've flown over 20,000 miles in Turkish Airlines economy -- from Europe to South America, back to Europe, and now to North America -- as part of the Turkish Airlines Six Continents Million Mile Challenge. Unfortunately, our flights so far haven't been all smooth sailing. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly of our first six Turkish Airlines economy flights.

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Best Buy Points Expiration Policy: How to Avoid Losing Your My Best Buy Points

Best Buy Points Expiration Policy: How to Avoid Losing Your My Best Buy Points

Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
July 27, 2025
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Best Buy points expire if you don't have qualifying activity on your account. Here is everything you need to know about your Best Buy points expiring and what you can do to keep them active.

Delta Basic Economy: A Complete Guide to Delta’s Lowest Fares

Delta Basic Economy: A Complete Guide to Delta’s Lowest Fares

Harrison Pierce
by Harrison Pierce
July 26, 2025
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Delta Main Basic is the basic economy product offered by Delta Air Lines. Although it comes with low fares, it also comes with numerous restrictions. When you book a Delta Main Basic ticket, you are the last to board, you won't earn miles, and you can't change or cancel your flight for free.

Your Guide to Plaza Premium Lounges: Locations, Access, and What to Expect

Your Guide to Plaza Premium Lounges: Locations, Access, and What to Expect

Harrison Pierce
by Harrison Pierce
July 23, 2025
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Plaza Premium is an independent lounge network with more than 250 locations worldwide. Most locations are in Asia, but you will find a handful of locations across the Americas. Cardholders of the Platinum Card receive access to all locations, and those with a Priority Pass membership can access more than 60 locations. Here's everything to know about Plaza Premium lounges.

Double Dip on Lyft Rides: Earn Points or Miles With These Airline, Hotel, and Credit Card Partners

Double Dip on Lyft Rides: Earn Points or Miles With These Airline, Hotel, and Credit Card Partners

Tyler GlattDan Miller
by Tyler Glatt and Dan Miller
July 21, 2025
6

When traveling using the ride-hailing service Lyft, you'll earn miles, points, or cash back depending on what credit card you use to pay for your ride. But, thanks to partnerships with several loyalty programs, you can double-dip on Lyft rides. Here's how.

Our Guide to Escape Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them

Our Guide to Escape Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them

Harrison Pierce
by Harrison Pierce
July 20, 2025
4

The Escape Lounge network comprises a group of independent lounges, primarily located at smaller regional airports throughout the U.S., UK, and Australia. This lesser-known network is accessible to several cardholders, including those with Amex Platinum cards. While these aren't the most luxurious lounges, they offer a much needed respite when traveling.

MGM Rewards Points Can Expire After Just 6 Months — Here’s How to Keep Yours Alive

MGM Rewards Points Can Expire After Just 6 Months — Here’s How to Keep Yours Alive

Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
July 20, 2025
0

MGM Rewards has a complicated points expiration policy. Here is all you need to know about your points expiring and what steps you can take to keep your points active.

Amex Premium Rental Car Protection: How It Works and When It’s Worth It

Amex Premium Rental Car Protection: How It Works and When It’s Worth It

Carissa Rawson
by Carissa Rawson
July 20, 2025
1

American Express Premium Car Rental Protection is an affordable option for Amex cardholders looking to beef up their rental car insurance. For a low flat fee, cardholders can enjoy primary coverage and protection against damage, injury, death, and loss of personal property.

Join, Dine, Earn: Score up to 4,000 Bonus Miles by Joining These Airline Dining Programs

Join, Dine, Earn: Score up to 4,000 Bonus Miles by Joining These Airline Dining Programs

Skye Class
by Skye Class
July 14, 2025
74

Hungry for more miles? Airline dining programs are a great way to double dip on restaurant spending — earning miles on top of your usual credit card rewards. Even better, several programs are offering new member bonuses right now. Here’s how to earn up to 4,000 bonus miles just by joining and dining.

How the Booking.com Rewards Program Works — and When Wallet Credits Expire

How the Booking.com Rewards Program Works — and When Wallet Credits Expire

Sam Helmy
by Sam Helmy
July 13, 2025
0

Booking.com doesn’t use a traditional points system — but its loyalty program still offers valuable perks. Here’s how Genius tiers work, how travel credits are issued, and what to know about expiration policies.

6 Continents, 2 Million Miles: Here’s Our Plan to Complete the Turkish Airlines Million Mile Challenge

6 Continents, 2 Million Miles: Here’s Our Plan to Complete the Turkish Airlines Million Mile Challenge

JT Genter
by JT Genter
July 8, 2025
3

In late June, Turkish Airlines hopped on the million-mile-bonus bandwagon by announcing a million-mile bonus for travelers who fly Turkish Airlines to six continents. My wife and I are taking them up on the challenge. Here's our plan for unlocking one million bonus miles, plus elite status for two years, for just $3,100 each.

Amazon Prime Day Is Live — Here Are 9 of My Favorite Travel Products on Sale Now

Amazon Prime Day Is Live — Here Are 9 of My Favorite Travel Products on Sale Now

JT Genter
by JT Genter
July 8, 2025
4

Amazon Prime Day is here! That makes now a great time to pick up some travel supplies, whether you're planning on traveling this summer or gearing up for a trip next year. Here are 9 of our favorite travel items that are on sale now.

After 8 Years, 74 Countries, and 848 Flights: What It Really Costs to Live as a Digital Nomad

After 8 Years, 74 Countries, and 848 Flights: What It Really Costs to Live as a Digital Nomad

JT Genter
by JT Genter
July 4, 2025
20

Eight years ago this week, my wife Katie and I took off on our first flight as digital nomads. Eight years later, we are still traveling the world full-time with no plans to stop. Thanks to points and miles, we've been able to travel full-time for a lot less than we ever imagined. Here's a recap of how much we've traveled in the past eight years — and how we paid for it.

A Guide to American Express Centurion Lounges: Locations, Amenities, and Access

A Guide to American Express Centurion Lounges: Locations, Amenities, and Access

Tyler GlattToni Southam
by Tyler Glatt and Toni Southam
July 3, 2025
3

Travelers don't have many better places to wait for a flight than in an American Express Centurion® Lounge. Here's what to know about having the right card (and potentially flying the right airline) to enter. In this post, we explain how you can score access to Amex Centurion Lounges, the Centurion Lounge locations, and why they're so great in the first place.

Guide to Capital One Airport Lounges: Amenities, Locations, and How to Access

Guide to Capital One Airport Lounges: Amenities, Locations, and How to Access

Tyler Glatt
by Tyler Glatt
July 20, 2025
4

Capital One’s airport lounge network is expanding fast, with six locations open and one more on the way. Each lounge offers a unique design, food, and drinks, but all offer top-tier comfort and service. Here’s where to find them, how to get in, and what to expect when you visit.

How to Transfer Credit Limits Between Your Chase Cards Online — and Why You Might Want To

How to Transfer Credit Limits Between Your Chase Cards Online — and Why You Might Want To

Brie Bash
by Brie Bash
June 26, 2025
0

Chase has rolled out a new feature that lets you move available credit between your cards online, with no phone call or credit check required. This tool makes it simple to shift your credit in just a few clicks. Here's how it works.

Don’t Leave Money on the Table — Use These Credit Card Statement Credits in 2025

Don’t Leave Money on the Table — Use These Credit Card Statement Credits in 2025

Tyler GlattMiguel Rueda
by Tyler Glatt and Miguel Rueda
July 9, 2025
38

Many credit card statement credits reset once the second half of the year began. From travel to dining, these perks can offer real value — but only if you use them. We’ve rounded up the statement credits available in 2025 so you can make the most of them before time runs out.

Point.me Review: Game-Changing Award Availability Tool

Point.me Review: Game-Changing Award Availability Tool

Ross DenkinScott Sikes
by Ross Denkin and Scott Sikes
June 20, 2025
16

Point.me makes a monumental step forward in flight award search efficiency. Search multiple airlines and award programs all at once, instead of checking each individually. Plus, they provide guidance to help you turn your search results into booked flights. Here's our full review of this excellent service.

American Airlines Flagship Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them

American Airlines Flagship Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them

Ajay JainJT Genter
by Ajay Jain and JT Genter
August 12, 2025
4

American Airlines Admirals Clubs are fine for a short layover. But, did you know that American Airlines also has an even more premium type of lounge called the Flagship Lounge? Read about what is an American Airlines Flagship Lounge, the difference between them and Admirals Clubs, and how to access a Flagship Lounge on your American Airlines or Oneworld ticket.

Capital One Unveils Its Flagship JFK Airport Lounge — Here’s Everything You’ll See Inside

Capital One Unveils Its Flagship JFK Airport Lounge — Here’s Everything You’ll See Inside

Tyler Glatt
by Tyler Glatt
June 16, 2025
0

New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport is getting a Capital One Lounge worthy of the city it calls home. On Thursday, June 19, 2025, Capital One will open the doors to what it’s calling its flagship lounge. This expansive space brings together some of the best of New York in ways you won’t find in any other airport lounge.

TopCashback Explained: How to Use TopCashback to Get Paid for Shopping Online

TopCashback Explained: How to Use TopCashback to Get Paid for Shopping Online

Jon Nickel-D'Andrea
by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea
June 10, 2025
0

Learn how TopCashback works, how to earn cash back on online purchases, and the best tips for getting paid. We cover payout options, coupon policies, and how to dispute issues when purchases don’t track properly.

Airalo Review: Everything You Need to Know About Airalo eSIM

Airalo Review: Everything You Need to Know About Airalo eSIM

Ajay Jain
by Ajay Jain
June 9, 2025
0

Want affordable international data without swapping SIM cards? Airalo offers eSIM plans in 190+ countries — and setup takes just minutes. In this Airalo review, we cover how it works, what it costs, and how to activate your eSIM before your next trip.

A Complete Guide to Virgin Clubhouses Lounges and How to Access Them

A Complete Guide to Virgin Clubhouses Lounges and How to Access Them

Skye Class
by Skye Class
June 8, 2025
0

Access to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounges is one of the many great benefits available to Virgin Atlantic Gold Elite status members, Upper Class ticket holders, and select other travelers. In this guide, we will talk about where to find U.S. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses, who can access them, and what else you need to know.

Emirates and Marriott Bonvoy Partnership Guide: Reciprocal Benefits, Point Transfers

Emirates and Marriott Bonvoy Partnership Guide: Reciprocal Benefits, Point Transfers

Mark Jackson
by Mark Jackson
June 4, 2025
3

Marriott Bonvoy has a lot of airline partners, but one partnership that goes a little deeper than most is with Emirates Skywards. The two programs offer reciprocal benefits through a program called Your World Rewards. Here’s what to know about the Your World Rewards program.

Hidden Airline Transfer Bonuses: Why I’m Transferring All of My Bilt Points to Accor This Rent Day

Hidden Airline Transfer Bonuses: Why I’m Transferring All of My Bilt Points to Accor This Rent Day

Patrick Stouffer
by Patrick Stouffer
May 31, 2025
0

Bilt’s June Rent Day bonus offers a massive 200% transfer bonus to Accor Live Limitless — but the real value might be in what comes next. From Flying Blue and Iberia to Qantas and Korean Air, Accor’s airline transfer partners open the door to huge hidden bonuses. Here’s why this month’s offer has me planning a speculative transfer.

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