Flight prices seem to keep ticking higher and higher if you’ve got a trip to Europe in mind for this summer. Don’t count on using points and miles, either – […]
Cheap Fares & Points Deals: 7 of the Best Ways to Book Flights to Japan
It might have taken longer than almost any other country, but it was worth the wait: Japan is open for international travel again. And, we know you’re itching to get […]
How Much Are Delta SkyMiles Really Worth?
Whether you’re just getting started with points and miles or a seasoned award traveler, credit card points and airline miles can make your head spin. What’s a good deal when […]
The Best Ways to Use Capital One Venture Miles
Capital One has flipped the travel world on its head in the last few years, transforming Capital One Venture Miles into an indispensable program for travelers who want to do […]
Amex Points vs Chase Points: Which Are Best In 2023?
In the world of miles and points, flexible points from banks trounce miles from an individual airline every time. You can book travel directly, using your points to cover airfare […]
Learn From Me: The 5 Biggest Travel Mistakes I’ve Made
It’s easy to make costly mistakes when booking travel. I’ve made too many of them myself. At Thrifty Traveler, we’re all about giving people the basics and knowledge to become […]
Why You Should Earn American AAdvantage Miles (Even If You Never Fly Them)
I’m a loyal Delta flyer and I avoid American Airlines as much as I can, yet I’m always looking for new ways to collect more American Airlines AAdvantage miles. Yes, […]
When to Use Points & Miles vs. Paying Cash for a Flight
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of booking a free (or nearly free) flight with points and miles. But there is one equal and opposite feeling: Realizing you could have […]
Delta SkyMiles Flash Sales: How to Find the Best Deals & Fly Delta for Less
Looking to put your SkyMiles to good use? Look no further than Delta SkyMiles flash sales. Using SkyMiles for big value has gotten harder over the years, thanks to its […]
The Best Ways to Fly Economy Using Points and Miles
If you think you don’t have enough credit card points or airline miles to book your next vacation, think again. While many travelers like to hoard points and miles in […]
Why You Need to Diversify Your Points & Miles Earnings in 2023
Points and miles are a lot like currencies around the world. Just as $100,000 U.S. dollars aren’t equal to 100,000 Japanese yen, 100,000 Delta SkyMiles are not equal to 100,000 […]
Great Aer Lingus Business Class Availability: Fly to Dublin All Year from 50K Points!
Chalk it up to the luck of the Irish: We found your chance to get to Ireland all year long, including this summer, in lie-flat business class seats. Heading to […]