The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: The Best Card for Beginners & Experts Alike
We've long considered the Chase Sapphire Preferred the best card for beginners and expert travelers alike. In 2025, that still hasn't changed.
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Another One: Bilt Adds JAL Mileage Bank as Newest Transfer Partner
Bilt Rewards just made another big move: Japan Airlines (JAL) Mileage Bank is now its 20th transfer partner, providing some of the absolute lowest rates to get to and from Asia.
United Unveils Flashy New Biz Class Suites (& Spacious Studios)
A decade after launching its current business class seats, United is leveling up with a brand-new business class suite - including some extra-special "Polaris Studios."
The Best Way to Book Emirates First Class: How to Upgrade Using Miles
Flying Emirates first class is a bucket list experience for many travelers. And scoring a first class upgrade using miles might be easier than you think.
Earn up to 90K Points (or Even 100K!) with New Amex Gold Referral Offer
Want a bigger, 90,000-point bonus you can get on the Amex Gold Card ... or more? You're in luck: Bigger bonuses are available through personal referral links.
8 of the Best Deals in the World of Points & Miles
There's using your points and miles wisely, and then there's this. Of the many amazing ways to use points and miles, these nine options stand out.
No Status? No More Emirates First Class Awards (Unless…)
This one hurts, Emirates. The airline has begun restricting First Class awards to flyers with status.
5 Steps to Find a 5-Star Airbnb, No Matter Where You’re Heading
We've all heard an Airbnb horror story. With a keen eye and our tips, you'll score an awesome place to stay through Airbnb on your next trip.
Great Deal: Earn 7,500 Amex Points By Signing Up for Rakuten!
For a limited time, Amex cardholders can earn 7,500 points after spending $25 or more on qualifying purchases within 90 days by signing up for a new Rakuten account.
5 Ways to Fly to Europe Under 40K Points Roundtrip This Year
Want to fly to Europe but the cost of a ticket is too much? Why not book a (nearly) free flight with points and miles? We'll show you how.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 9: Punk, Politics & Travel w/ (Failed Uber Driver) Kyle Potter
You've read and heard plenty from Thrifty Traveler's Kyle Potter, but do you really know him? Gunnar grills Kyle on his path to travel writing and much more!
Day 1 Dispatches: Real ID is Here … With Lax Enforcement (For Now)
After decades of delays and extensions, Real ID enforcement officially begins on Wednesday, May 7. Follow along for live updates.