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India might be high on your travel bucket list if you’re a travel enthusiast. From jungle safaris to historic religious temples to inexpensive food, India has something to offer everyone. India’s diverse languages, customs, music, architecture, and food draw travelers…

More and more, brides and grooms are opting to forego a wild night out to celebrate their last night of being single. Instead, they plan exciting weekend getaways with their closest friends. These trips still include the wild antics, but…

Booking.com is an online travel agency (OTA) that offers flights, car rentals, attractions, and airport taxis, but its strength is in booking multiple types of accommodations. In addition to traditional hotels, it offers access to book almost any type of…

Credit cards offer a convenient method of paying for items and services we need and want. These awesome little pieces of plastic can open up a whole new world of opportunity to purchase things like computers, televisions, luxury vacations, and…

Here at Upgraded Points, we talk a lot about credit card introductory bonus offers as a way to earn lots of points very quickly. They can be great — but an often overlooked strategy is how to continue earning bonus…

The benefits of airline elite status can be highly desirable. It’s always a pleasure to board early, fly in the front of the plane, change your flights when you want (or need to) without fees, and have a dedicated phone line for…

Whether you do major weekly grocery shopping to feed a family of 5 or just pop in to grab a rotisserie chicken on your way home from work for a solo meal, we all spend money at the grocery store….

Upgraded Points created this infographic to discuss the financials and motives behind the different types of airplane classes — why they exist and how they affect revenue. You’ll also discover why there’s a movement from airlines to phase out First…

Though the news surrounding Sears and Kmart stores closing isn’t very positive, the Transformco company — created in 2019 to acquire brands from the Sears Holdings Corporation — continues to have brands that remain well-established anchors in the network of…

As a site that deals with the intricacies of everyday credit card use, we thought it might be interesting to look at some trends of credit card usage in each state. We analyzed how big of a balance the average…

Airline: Lufthansa (LH) Aircraft: A380 Flight #: LH778 Route: Frankfurt (FRA) > Singapore (SIN) Date: May 20, 2018 Duration: 12hr 20min Cabin & Layout: Lufthansa First Class, 8-seat capacity on the upper deck, 1-2-1 Seats: 2K Miles Used: 129,000 Singapore KrisFlyer Miles Taxes & Fees Paid: $365 USD…

Award programs (whether airlines, hotels, or credit cards) are complicated if you’re not in the game. Most programs have tons of rules and restrictions, which can be confusing even for people who look at this stuff every day. One aspect…

If you’re a Marriott Bonvoy loyalist, perhaps you’ve become savvy at earning lots of Marriott Bonvoy points, but even seasoned members might welcome an earnings refresher! One thing’s for certain: when it comes to hotel loyalty points, more is better….

Marriott has a large presence around the globe, with more than 8,000 properties across the world. Its robust loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy, allows guests to earn points for qualifying activities such as staying in a Marriott hotel or spending money…

Receiving a credit card application can be exciting — especially if you’ve been preapproved for a card. Credit cards can allow you to make purchases immediately, even if you don’t actually have the money in your bank account. But before…

Macy’s has been around for over 150 years as a mainstay in the upper echelons of the American department store society. Just the name “Macy’s” conjures up visions of upbeat ads for clothing and household wares, and memories of Thanksgivings…

Whether you’re traveling with family or solo, on an epic adventure or a weekend getaway, travel insurance can go a long way toward providing peace of mind during your trip. And if things should go wrong, you’ll find consolation in…

Whether you want to experience Michelin-starred street food stalls that are cleaner than most American restaurants, see the futuristic Gardens by the Bay, or enjoy riverside life at Clarke Quay, we have the best ways to fly to Singapore with…

If you’re a business owner, you know the importance of keeping accurate records and separating your business expenses from your personal expenses. One primary method of accomplishing this is to use a business credit card for those associated business expenses….

Southwest Rapid Rewards points are the currency you earn through the Southwest Airlines frequent flyer program. They can be used to purchase flights as well as hotel rooms, rental cars, and even gift cards (although the best value comes from…

Making large purchases such as a vehicle or a home will often require you to borrow money. But before a lender or creditor will provide you a loan or credit, they typically want to know just how much risk they’re taking…