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If there is 1 thing that I enjoy writing about here at Upgraded Points, it is family vacations to Walt Disney World — a destination that is always changing thanks to new rides, airline routes, hotel openings, strategies, and so…

Knowing the right time to purchase a flight can cause some travel anxiety. Of course, you want to buy at just the right time so you can get the best deal — but how in the world are you supposed…

Chase Ultimate Rewards are some of the most valuable and versatile points available. The points transfer to 14 different travel partners, giving you endless opportunities to travel the world in style. But before we talk about redeeming Chase Ultimate Rewards…

The Wing, Business Class Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is 1 of 4 lounges my fiancée and I visited while flying on Cathay Pacific First Class. Each lounge has its own distinct characteristics, which is a welcome breath…

The benefits of Hilton Honors hotel elite status are many. That upgraded room can be luxurious, the free breakfast buffet expansive, and the hotel executive lounge a quiet retreat for complimentary cocktails and culinary delights. To qualify for hotel elite…

Premium credit cards are what American Express does best. Originally a mail business in the mid-nineteenth century, American Express has since evolved into one of the powerhouse brands for credit card rewards. Whether it’s due to its rewards program, American…

Paris is arguably one of the most romantic cities in the world and one that is visited by over 7 million people annually. From the style and grandeur of the Avenue des Champs-Élysées to the iconic landmarks of the Eiffel…

Flying Blue is the loyalty program of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (the national airline of the Netherlands) and Air France. KLM and Air France merged to form Air France-KLM Group back in 2004, and — shortly after this — combined…

No one wants to be in a position where you have to cancel a flight. Unfortunately, this is a reality many of us will deal with at some point. If you need to cancel your Frontier Airlines flight, a bit…

Baggage fees continue to grow as a revenue source for U.S. airlines, which collected a record $5.1 billion in charges over the past year. In late 2018, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and others all raised the price…

Update: American Airlines previously offered e-500 mile upgrades to elite status passengers at several levels as a mechanism to provide upgrades on flights, both for elite passengers and companions. The e-500 mile upgrade system for elite passengers has been phased…

Thinking of exploring Europe? The Eurail pass allows you to travel between over 40,000 destinations, across 31 different countries, all on just 1 single ticket. It is a flexible and affordable way to take in the varying sights, climates, and…

If you’re a Delta loyalist or live near a Delta hub, keeping a Delta credit card in your wallet can really earn you great value. Not only are there multiple Delta credit cards to choose from, but the welcome offers…

Over 1.5 million people travel between Harry Reid International (LAS) in Las Vegas and Los Angeles International (LAX) annually on 10 different airlines. This makes the route not only the most trafficked flight out of LAS, but one of the…

In situations where a water bottle just isn’t enough, a hydration backpack gives you direct access to much-needed fluids on the go. Like a regular backpack, only better, there are a ton of different hydration-based backpacks to choose from. Why…

As the largest airline in the world, American Airlines carries passengers to ~350 domestic and international destinations each year. It’s also a part of the world’s second-largest airline alliance — Oneworld — which serves every inhabited continent with partners like…

The Wing, First Class Lounge is perhaps the more famous of the 2 first class lounges operated by Cathay Pacific at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). While there are similarities between The Wing, First Class Lounge and The Pier, First…

Having an international data plan can make international travel a lot easier. You have instant access to maps and can keep in touch with your travel companions without worrying about purchasing a new SIM in each country. For years there’s been…

One question we’re asked consistently is, “Which credit card is the best for airline purchases?” Fortunately, it’s a simple question to answer as so many travel rewards cards are designed for frequent travelers who purchase airline tickets, as well as…

Sometimes, plans change, forcing you to cancel a flight you’ve been looking forward to for months. If you’ve ever been in a position where you needed to cancel a flight, you know the process can be expensive and complicated. If…

The American Airlines AAdvantage program is the largest frequent flyer program in the world and has 4 public elite status tiers: Gold, Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Executive Platinum. The most benefits come with the Executive Platinum level, which is regarded…