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We’re in the midst of the holiday season, which means there are sales galore as various companies vie for your business. Happily, among the heaps of discounted electronics and clothing, we’re seeing some pretty awesome travel discounts. This isn’t unexpected;…

The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card is one of our favorites here at Upgraded Points, and for good reason. Although it comes with a hefty annual fee, it also sports several other perks that mean it outclasses every other…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Wyndham Rewards is back at it again with a new promotion for your upcoming stays. Combined with existing offers, you can stack this promotion neatly to earn tons of…

The Citi Double Cash^® Card is already a great deal with annual fee and 2% back on all purchases (1% when you buy and 1% when you pay). Now, Citi has sweetened the deal for cardholders by offering 5% cash…

Attention business class enthusiasts! You won’t believe the deal we’ve found: Washington, D.C. to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, round-trip with Saudia in business class for less than $2,500. This flight has a layover in Jeddah (JED) — the perfect excuse (or…

Can you picture yourself warming up in a historic tavern, Guinness in hand, and Dublin in autumn painted as your backdrop? This cozy daydream is just a few clicks away with these round-trip flights from California to Dublin for as…

Earlier this year, we broke down our team’s summer travel plans, with Caribbean cruises, Icelandic adventures, and even a stop Down Under. Now winter is rolling around, and we’re back with another edition — scarves and hats not necessary. Let’s…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you thought Tokyo was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of destination, wait until you see the deal we’ve found for you. These round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo for…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Foodies, history buffs, airline enthusiasts, and deal hunters alike will be jumping on this deal featuring nonstop flights from the West Coast to Germany in business class. You can…

MaxMyPoint is one of our absolute favorite websites for finding award nights at hotels thanks to its easy-to-read interface. It’s also free to use, though it does have some limitations if you’re not paying for a membership. In the past,…

In excellent news for electric vehicle owners everywhere, Hilton announced today, September 7, 2023, an expanded agreement with Tesla to install up to 20,000 vehicle chargers at its properties across North America. Let’s take a look at the details. Hilton’s…

It’s never fun when an airline charges you to transfer or pool your points (we’re looking at you, Delta), since it eats into the value of each point you’ve earned. Virgin Atlantic has long been one of those airlines, which…

Disneyland is always refurbishing, renovating, and re-developing something, and today is no different. Shortly after the official opening of San Fransokyo Square (which debuted officially on August 31, 2023), Disney has just premiered its latest project: Tiana’s Palace. Here’s everything…

High-end food and beverage is necessary for any notable first class airline experience. Nothing screams “fancy” quite like caviar, and while first class flyers may be accustomed to enjoying the delicacy at 35,000 feet, Japan Airlines (JAL) will serve it…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. How often are you going to find round-trip flights to Tel Aviv (TLV) for under $405 round-trip? Almost never, which is why we’ve picked up this deal for you…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. We already love Southwest Airlines thanks to its 2 free checked bags, lack of change fees, and the industry’s most generous Companion Pass offering, which allows you to bring…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Sunny Sydney is calling and we are ready to answer with this low-price round-trip with Air Canada for just $973. Let’s dive into the details! Fare Deal — Details…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Has Australia been on your bucket list? If so, now is as good of a time as any to go, as we’ve found rare first and business class award…

There’s no denying that points and miles can make amazing travel happen. Whether you’re interested in flying at the front of the plane or exploring never-before-seen destinations, reward travel unlocks a whole new world of opportunity. We practice what we…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Are you interested in traveling to Japan next month? We hope so, because Japan Airlines (JAL) has released a ton of last-minute award space across its routes to the…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Want to head to Europe sometime in the next year? Well, you’re in luck, because we’ve found availability on hundreds of nonstop business class flights leaving from New York…