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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 Canada Aeroplan
Kyle's Latest Articles
How to Find Mistake Fares, Book Them & Save Hundreds (Or Thousands!)
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Want Cheap Business Class Flights? The Best Ways You Can Book
Last-Minute Flights: How to Score Cheap(er) Fares on Short Notice
Ranking Delta Choice Benefits for Platinum & Diamond Medallion Status (2026)
Even with PreCheck Back Online, Global Entry Remains Shut Down … But Why?
East Coast Blizzard Causes 11K+ Cancellations: When Will the Disruptions End?
Save $200 at Hilton Resorts With This New Amex Offer!
Trump Admin Reverses TSA PreCheck Shutdown, Global Entry Still Down
The Best SkyMiles Deals … That Delta Doesn’t Want You to Know About
5 Reasons Why Capital One is King in My Wallet