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Finding business class award seats to New Zealand is nearly impossible, especially since there are so few airlines that operate these flights. However, we’re seeing a fairly last-minute smattering of seats available in business class on Air New Zealand starting…

I can’t tell you how many rants I’ve read about American Express degrading the value of its credit cards with each new product refresh. And you know what? I don’t see it that way. I know that a lot of…

It’s incredibly expensive to book flights from the United States to Greenland, especially since there aren’t direct flights available to travelers. That’s changing next year, as United has announced a nonstop route from New York (EWR) to Nuuk, Greenland (GOH)….

Great Card If Don’t Get If Card Benefits The USAA Eagle Navigator^® Visa Signature^® Credit Card comes with quite a few benefits for cardholders, including the ability to earn rewards on your purchases: Along with the points you earn for…

Great Card If Don’t Get If Card Benefits If you’re looking for a no-fuss cash-back credit card, the USAA Preferred Cash Rewards Visa Signature^® Credit Card is a decent option. It charges no annual fee and earns 1.5% cash-back on…

JetBlue recently released its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, which were better than expected. The airline’s presentation also included an update regarding how it will sell customers its Even More Space seats going forward. Let’s take a…

The U.S. has long had fewer protections for travelers. Unlike other countries, airlines have historically had a lot of leeway regarding refunds, flight cancellations, and what they owe to passengers. Now, a new Department of Transportation (DOT) ruling, effective as…

Google Flights is one of the best ways to search for flights, no matter where you’re going. This is thanks to its many filters and ability to compare pricing across multiple websites. Now, Google has debuted new features, including seeing…

We were hyped a few weeks ago when United Airlines announced that it would be adding a handful of very unique routes to its network, including seasonal service from the U.S. to Greenland. While these flights have just gone on…

I’ll freely admit I hate basic economy airfare, purely because I find airlines unbundling fares to be just another way to exploit the customer. That being said, I’m a part of the problem, because although I loathe the reasoning behind…

Credit card benefits go beyond redeeming for free flights and hotel stays for your next exciting getaway — they can also include value-added perks that make the annual fee worthwhile. This December, Chase is partnering with SCOPE Art Show to offer…

If you’re not familiar with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, you should be because the airline has plenty of partners and excellent redemption opportunities. Citi has just launched a new promotion allowing cardmembers to transfer their Citi ThankYou Points to Virgin…

As a current holder of the mid-tier Delta SkyMiles^® Platinum American Express Card, I already enjoy several great perks when flying with Delta. However, I’ve been considering upgrading to the Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve American Express Card for some time. Now…

Finding flights to the Middle East from the U.S. in business class can be expensive, which is why we were so excited to get this deal alert from Ashley Gets Around. Rates are good from the East Coast as well…

Purchasing points and miles strategically can help unlock some great redemptions. Whether you’re topping off your account to book that bucket-list trip or buying enough miles to book a seat because it’s cheaper than paying cash, there are situations when…

American Airlines changed the game a couple of years ago when it created Loyalty Points. These points allow members to earn elite status without ever stepping foot on a plane. One of the many ways to earn miles and Loyalty…

We love great deals at Upgraded Points, especially when one comes around for something that usually is a bit tricky to book with points — like cruises. Virgin Voyages is back with awesome deals on select cruises that you can…

I likely don’t need to convince you of the value of the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card*. When it launched in 2021, it made a big impression with its annual fee (rates & fees), which is relatively low…

Heading off to Europe soon? You can save some serious cash, thanks to this deal from PLAY. The Icelandic low-cost carrier has just launched a limited-time offer with fares on select routes from the U.S. to Europe for 20% off….

It’s a long flight to South Korea, so having a comfortable business class seat can make the journey much more enjoyable. If you’re looking for an incredible trip to start 2025 without breaking the bank, take a look at this…

Have you ever heard of ASmallWorld? We hadn’t either, but this membership program offers some pretty interesting benefits. It’s expensive — there’s no getting around that — but for the money you pay you’re entitled to quite a few rewards,…