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About Kyle
Kyle Potter is the executive editor of Thrifty Traveler, covering everything from aviation news to travel deals to in-depth guides on using airline miles. A professional journalist, he joined the company in November 2018 after five years covering state and national politics for The Associated Press and working at several newspapers across the country.
He typically flies more than 100,000 miles a year and has visited more than 30 countries, but his passion is helping others understand the confusing world of travel, airlines, and points and miles.
He\’s also been featured as a travel expert in The New York Times, the Washington Post, ABC News, National Public Radio, Axios, PBS NewsHour, several podcasts, and many local TV stations across the country.
Got a story idea or a tip? Email him at kyle (at) thriftytraveler (dot) com
Kyle's Favorites
Hong Kong Airlines business class mistake fare to Vietnam, $660 roundtrip
Follow the Flight First Rule: Let cheap flights guide you to some incredible new places.
Air France/KLM Flying Blue
Kyle's Latest Articles
Don’t Be Fooled: Basic Biz Class Fares are Bad for Consumers
Google Flights Explore: How to Find Cheap Flights to Anywhere
New Transfer Bonus: Get a 20% (or even 30%) Boost From Chase to Air Canada Aeroplan!
Delta Makes a Move for a Delta One Lounge in Minneapolis
Bravo: United is Adding TSA Wait Times to its App
Another One: Amex Will Drop Etihad As a Transfer Partner Soon
How to Book Delta Flights to Europe Under 25K SkyMiles … Roundtrip!
Last Chance: Earn $50 (or 5K Points) Getting Started with Rakuten
Shocker: JetBlue Becomes the First US Carrier to Raise Bag Fees (Again)
Trump & Congress Move to Pay TSA, But Some Long Lines Will Linger
How to Fly Delta One Without Spending 500K SkyMiles