Booking a flight, then using miles to upgrade is rarely a winning strategy to score a seat up front. But to fly Emirates first class – one of the world’s […]
Taking It Up a Notch: How to Fly Premium Economy for Cheap
If economy is a little too uncomfortable but you don’t need all of the bells and whistles (and cost) of booking business class, a premium economy seat might be your […]
The Complete Guide to Get Global Entry: How to Apply and Interview
A Global Entry membership is a must for any international traveler to get through immigration fast – and also clear airport security faster, too. But given the application process, interviews, […]
The Best Flight Deals You Missed in November from Thrifty Traveler Premium+
Last month, we rolled out our brand new, top-of-the-line flight deal alert service: Thrifty Traveler Premium+. We might be just a tad biased, but we think it’s the best flight deal […]
Some European Airports Plan to End Liquid Limits for Carry-Ons, But When Will the US?
Only being able to bring tiny toiletry bottles in carry-ons is a pain – it’s what stops many travelers from skipping the checked bag. But several airports over in Ireland […]
Delta SkyMiles Flash Sale to Tokyo for 58K+ Miles Roundtrip!
Heart set on visiting Japan next year now that it’s reopened for travel? Here’s your chance to get there using your Delta SkyMiles. We found the latest great Delta SkyMiles […]
Give the Gift of Cheap Flights with a Thrifty Traveler Premium Gift Card
Looking for the perfect no-shipping, no-hassle gift for the traveler in your life? We’ve got just the thing. Instead of giving your family or friends socks or a bland gift […]
The Best Black Friday 2022 Travel Deals: Airfare, Hotels & More
Black Friday 2022 is here. And with travel back in full swing after a few tough years, companies are out with their usual dizzying array of promotions and discounts. Airlines […]
No, Black Friday Isn’t the Best Day to Score Flight Deals
Black Friday is coming. And like clockwork, we get messages from fellow travelers asking about finding cheap Black Friday flight deals. But here’s the truth: Whether it’s Black Friday to […]
Why Now’s the Time to Lock in Cheap Summer 2023 Flights
Remember this past summer, when flight prices skyrocketed as people returned to the skies during the peak summer travel season? I’ve got good news and bad news… The bad news? […]
Domestic Flight Prices Are Up … But Not if You Know Where (& When) to Look!
Travelers in North America might be getting queasy riding the airfare rollercoaster. There were unbelievably cheap domestic flights throughout much of the pandemic until prices skyrocketed heading into the summer. […]
Earning & Using the Southwest Companion Pass
We’re not ashamed to admit it: We love Southwest Airlines. From their resistance to basic economy to their longtime rejection of change and cancelation fees, they just do things differently […]