No matter whether you’re skiing in the winter or hiking in the summer, a trip to Strawberry Hot Springs better be at the top of your list for a trip […]
The 14 Cheapest Flight Deals We’ve Found from Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP)
There are cheap flights, and then there are dirt-cheap flights. This is the latter. As a Minnesota-based company, we are constantly scouring for flights in and out of Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) […]
You Can Book Flights 11 Months Out (And Find Deals in Summer 2022!)
If you think you’ve got to wait until just a few months (or weeks) before your trip to book your flight, read carefully. You’re doing it wrong. Believe it or […]
The Best Day Trips from Seattle: Hike, Island Hop & Explore
From Pike Place Market to the Space Needle, there is plenty to see and do in Seattle. But if you’ve got a few extra days in the area, get a […]
International Travel COVID-19 Checklist: Things to Do Before You Go
Flying internationally soon – or even not so soon? Between travel bans and restrictions, testing or vaccination requirements to get into your destination, and a mandatory test to get back […]
Canada Reopens to Travelers Today … And Flights are Cheap!
It’s been off-limits for more than 16 months. While much of Europe reopened to Americans, our neighbor to the north remained closed. But at long last, Canada finally opened its […]
UK Reopens to Travelers Today, with Cheap Flights for 2021 & Beyond
At long last, the day is finally here. On Monday, the United Kingdom officially threw open its borders to vaccinated travelers from the U.S. and other countries. Travelers will still […]
This Year, Christmas and New Year’s Flights are Cheaper Than Ever…
Flying for Christmas or New Year’s is almost always a recipe for overpaying for flights. But COVID-19 has flipped the travel world on its head. So as we look ahead […]
Why You Need to Visit the San Juan Islands in Washington State
Have you heard of the San Juan Islands in Washington state? This spectacular area just off the Washington coast is a must-see if you’re heading to the Seattle area. […]
A Suite Surprise to the Maldives on Points and Miles
Thrifty Traveler Premium member Daniel H. had an epic plan to propose to his girlfriend, Megan, while doing what they love most together: traveling. His plan started with booking flights […]
From Hawaii to Europe, Cheap Flights for 2021 & 2022 Are Here
After a year stuck at home, travel is back in the cards for this year and next. And lucky you: Cheap flights for 2021 and 2022 are here, too. Whether […]
An Epic Design: Review of the Flagship Alaska Lounge Seattle
The Alaska Lounge Seattle is their flagship lounge for good reason. As you walk into this mezzanine-level lounge with sweeping window views, it’s hard to think of a better-styled lounge. […]