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Yes, really: In the year 2025, I saved a boatload by booking my tickets on a budget carrier ... in person at the airport.
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The Flight First Rule: The #1 Way to Save on Airfare
Most travelers follow the same pattern to book travel: Pick a spot, set the dates, then search for flights. There's a better way to save on airfare. We call it The Flight First Rule.
Huge Bonuses Shopping Online via Rakuten: Earn $40 & Up to 20% Back!
Rakuten is offering huge cashback rates of up to 20% at hundreds of stores right now. Plus, you can also earn a $40 bonus after making your first purchase.
Like It or Not, ‘Coupons’ on Travel Cards Are Here to Stay
It's not just Amex. Banks have not-so-quietly transformed premium travel credit cards into digital coupon books, layering on random third-party credits to justify rising annual fees.
4 Underrated Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Benefits You Should Be Using
Get the most out of your Chase Sapphire Preferred card by taking advantage of these lesser-known perks.
The Best Time to Book Flights: Time it Right to Get the Lowest Price
It's the question that plagues travelers: How long before my trip should I book my flight? There's no perfect answer, but there are some guidelines on when to find the best flight prices.
Why 2025 Could Be the Best Year Yet for Cheap Flights to Italy
Everyone wants to go to Italy. We've got good news: Cheap flights to Italy are easier to find than ever, with deal after deal cropping up lately. Take a look.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 8: Who Wins Our Airline Mileage Program Draft?
On the latest episode of the pod, Gunnar and Kyle are on the clock! The guys go head-to-head drafting their favorite airline mileage programs. Who wins?!
Today Only: Get Up to a 100% Bonus on Bilt Transfers to Southwest Airlines!
Bilt is back with a great promotion for Rent Day, offering members up to a 100% bonus when transferring points to Southwest Rapid Rewards. This bonus is an awesome way to get more value out of your Bilt points, no matter your travel goals.
The Chase Sapphire Preferred is the Best Card for Domestic Travelers
We love the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card. And if you ask us, it is the best card for domestic travel, period.
The Best Way to Book an Etihad Apartment Just Got Even Cheaper!
Out of nowhere, Etihad has slashed award rates to book its vaunted first class Apartments on select routes this spring.