Forget What You’ve Heard: Stop Searching Incognito for Cheap Flights
You've heard it: Search incognito so airlines don't track your searches. There's just one problem: It's not true.
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10 of the Best Award Search Tools to Use Your Points & Miles
Several award search tools have popped up recently with the aim to help travelers find award availability. Here's an overview of some of our favorites.
American Express® Gold vs Platinum Card®: Which is Best For You?
There is a lot to look at when comparing the Amex Gold and Platinum Cards. From welcome offers to point-earning, statement credits, and more, we break it all down to help you decide which is best for your wallet.
Hallelujah: Air France/KLM Expands Award Calendar Trick to Delta & Other Airlines!
The days of hunting day-by-day for cheaper award availability on Delta and other SkyTeam airlines are over.
8 Great Ways to Use 100K American AAdvantage Miles … & How to Earn Them Quickly
From bougie business class flights to quick getaways to the Caribbean, AAdvantage miles are key to traveling more for less. And right now, you can earn 100,000 of them with a single sign-up bonus!
Bummer: United Reverses Price Cuts on Partner Awards for Non-Cardmembers
Turns out United wasn't cutting MileagePlus members a better deal at all - it was trying to juice co-brand credit card signups with discounted award rates.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 35: Biz Class Bonanza, New Lounges & 6 Big News Stories
It's a news roundup! We cover eight big travel stories, from new lounge openings to some of the best business class awards we've seen.
Hilton Confirms Major Loyalty Program Overhaul with New ‘Diamond Reserve’ Tier on the Way
Hilton’s playful Instagram post all but confirms that big changes are on the horizon for the Hilton Honors program. While full details haven’t been announced, the leaked “Diamond Reserve” tier appears to be real - and could reshape Hilton’s elite landscape starting as early as 2026.
The Latest on Shutdown Travel: End in Sight, But Disruptions Will Continue
One month into the government shutdown, problems are mounting as unpaid air traffic controllers and TSA agents call out sick.
Does My Credit Card Travel Insurance Cover My Turo Car Rental?
Many travel rewards cards come with some level of car rental insurance coverage. But what if you're saving money by renting through Turo instead of a rental car company? Are you still covered?
Shutdown Delays Expose a Big Gap in Travel Insurance Protections
As the shutdown drags on, travelers are facing growing uncertainty - not just from canceled flights and long airport lines, but from the fine print of their credit card benefits, too.
Will My Flight Be Canceled & What About Thanksgiving? FAQs on FAA Flight Reductions
Airlines have begun cutting flights after a federal mandate to cope with the ongoing government shutdown. Still, there are more questions than answers.