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At Upgraded Points, we’re obsessed with maximizing the travel experience. There’s nothing quite like taking your dream vacation, whether that’s eating cheap Michelin star-rated food in Singapore or exploring European history. Let’s be honest, though. While we all love to…

To round out our series of reviews on the best travel rewards programs, we’ve put together this review on Citi ThankYou Rewards. We will review the various reward credit cards that will help you earn Citi ThankYou Points, as well…

If you’re going to be traveling abroad soon, there’ll be plenty to think about – including what clothes you’re going to take and what exciting places you’re going to visit. However, one of the most important things you need to…

Marriott Bonvoy Overview Marriott has over 7,300 properties in more than 130 countries and territories. Across 33 brands, Marriott rivals IHG for worldwide coverage among hotel chains. Familiar brands such as Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, and Renaissance have recently been…

JetBlue Airline Overview TrueBlue is JetBlue’s loyalty program. You don’t earn points based on miles flown but rather dollars spent on JetBlue flights and partner activities. TrueBlue has customer-friendly policies like no points expiration and the ability to share points…

British Airways Overview British Airways’ mileage program is Executive Club, and Avios is the reward currency. You can collect Avios not only on British Airways flights, but also through partner airline flights, hotel stays, car rentals, credit card use, and even online…

Alaska Airlines has one of the most clear-cut baggage policies we’ve seen. Depending on the route and cabin, 2 or 3 standard bags are either included or only $35 for your first bag, with additional bags coming in below the…

Hello fellow travelers! We’re back with the fourth post in our Upgraded Points series on travel resources. This time we’re pretty much piggybacking on our last post (Organization) to bring you information related to tracking flights, plus resources that can…

JetBlue might not have the same kind of extensive route network compared to Delta Air Lines or American Airlines, but it has gained a reputation for having a good product and solid service. In this post, you’ll learn about the…

Earning extra points and miles for something you’re already planning to spend money on is a pretty great concept. Luckily for you, it’s also pretty easily done! This article tells you exactly what you need to know about using Southwest’s …

Flying can be a quick and easy way to get to your destination, but many people aren’t able to get on an airplane without overcoming their fear of it. The fear of flying is also known as Aerophobia, Aviophobia, or…

Earning enough Southwest points to make a rewards redemption can be challenging, but there are several strategies that can help you earn miles and points faster at no additional cost. One of these methods involves signing up for an airline or…

Based in Australia, Qantas is a member of Oneworld alliance and has a large number of partner airlines that can be utilized for redemptions. It’s easy to put together unforgettable trips with Qantas and its partners; all you need to…

While many of us may focus on earning and redeeming points and calculate the value of our credit cards on that alone, there are additional benefits that are offered on our credit cards that aren’t so obvious. One such group…

Virgin Atlantic’s baggage policies and fees are some of the clearest we’ve seen, which makes it a heck of a lot easier to determine your total luggage costs than with most other airlines! Virgin Atlantic Carry-on Allowance 1 personal item:…

Etihad Airways has a very straightforward baggage policy in terms of included allowance. The cost of additional pieces and overweight/oversized luggage is more complex, with a more in-depth table. Etihad Carry-on Allowance 1 personal item: FREE (only available for business…

JetBlue has one of the most clear-cut baggage policies of all the airlines, with fees sitting at the average across the industry. It also has a fairly generous free baggage policy for active duty U.S. military personnel and their dependents….

Fun Fact: Hawaiian Airlines has a great little exclusion for bringing fresh papaya and pineapple back home with you. Must be that “Aloha Spirit” … Hawaiian Airlines Carry-on Allowance 1 personal item: FREE1 standard carry-on bag: FREE Size and Weight…

Japan Airlines Carry-on Allowance 1 personal item: FREE1 standard carry-on bag: FREE Size Restrictions Total weight combined not to exceed 22 pounds (10 kg). Lap Infant Carry-on Policy Stroller Check Policy * Stroller lending service available at the following airports:…

While Iberia’s carry-on baggage policy is fairly standard, its checked baggage fees are a bit more complicated than the average carrier. These fees vary by fare purchased/cabin class, route, season of travel, and time of purchase, as you can see…

Singapore Airlines separates its baggage policies/fees into 2 categories: by weight (for most routes) and by piece (for all routes to/from the U.S.). This is an important concept to be aware of when attempting to calculate your baggage expenses. If…