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Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Rental cars can be a significant expense when traveling, but if you prefer charging instead of pumping gas, Hertz is offering 1 free day when you rent an electric…

My family and I recently had an excuse to visit São Paulo, Brazil, for a long weekend, which opened up the opportunity to visit some hotels that have long been on my radar. São Paulo is a massive city with…

Winners Announced! We are excited to announce the Grand Prize winner for the Upgraded Points Disney Giveaway is Brittany Malone! With almost 8,000 entries, Brittany is the lucky reader who will now be able to take a dream vacation to…

Good (splashing) news for Disney water park fans: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon is finally reopening on March 17, 2024! After closing for refurbishments on November 6, 2023, guests have only had 1 Disney water park to enjoy as of late. However,…

Delta passengers will be in for a treat when boarding select Boeing 737-800s in first class, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin starting this month. These refreshed interiors are the same that can be found on Delta’s A321neo, which gets rave…

Universal Orlando Resort is already a fan favorite and popular destination, and its appeal is set to soar even higher with the introduction of Universal Epic Universe in 2025. Universal likes to keep new projects under wraps for as long…

A Walt Disney World vacation can be an expensive endeavor for a family. Plane tickets, hotels, transportation, souvenirs — oh, and you need to feed everyone while you’re there, too! Well, Disney has rolled out a “free and delicious deal…

It’s been exciting to watch the Bilt platform grow over the last 2+ years — and equally exciting to earn and spend points within the program. The company burst onto the scene by offering renters a long-awaited opportunity to earn…

We all love a good redemption story, but here at Upgraded Points, that usually has something to do with points and miles. Whether visiting family or flying across the world to see Taylor Swift perform, our team put together a…

Check your emails because World of Hyatt just sent out its latest targeted promotion, and this one could entice you if you have an upcoming stay at a hotel within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. Let’s take a look at…

After announcing the concept of a theme park designed especially for young families earlier this year, Universal has finally unveiled the name — Universal Kids Resort. The company broke ground in Frisco, Texas, in November 2023, intending to open in…

On Thursday, November 30, 2023, United’s first-ever Airbus A321neo took to the skies from Houston (IAH) to Chicago (ORD). This is a big deal for a couple of reasons, one being that this is the first new Airbus that United…

The holiday season is officially upon us, and at Upgraded Points, that means lots of travel and keeping an eye on sales! Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year, with almost every retailer rolling out some sort…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. You might remember an epic deal from a couple of years ago that offered the opportunity to earn millions (yes, millions) of American Airlines AAdvantage Miles by donating to…

Great (and long overdue) news for points and miles fans: You can now redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points for flights on Qatar Airways. Although JetBlue and Qatar have had a codeshare agreement for many years, it wasn’t until this month that…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Citi Merchant Offers have been steadily improving, especially in the travel department. Right now, targeted Citi cardholders should check their accounts for Citi Merchant Offers for $20 back on…

I’m always excited to get my hands on the latest piece of technology, and I’m typically one of the first in line (virtually, at least) when Apple releases a new iPhone. This year was no exception with the announcement of…

Chase has been playing catch-up when it comes to branded lounges. After opening the Sapphire Lounge by The Club in Hong Kong (HKG) and an outdoor Sapphire Terrace in the often quite hot Austin, Texas, we now have the Sapphire…

Disney and cruise fans finally have some more information on the long-awaited sister ship to the Disney Wish — Disney Treasure. Featuring themed spaces inspired by Disney theme parks and fan-favorite films, including “Aladdin,” “Coco,” “Moana,” and “Zootopia,” guests will…

Visiting Walt Disney World can be a magical experience for many people. However, those with disabilities can find the long lines and Florida heat a major barrier to an enjoyable park day. Fortunately, Disney is committed to making sure that…

“Not every hotel that we stay at needs to be a fancy resort,” is what I kept telling myself as I was booking the Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach. After spending 2 weeks at some great Hawaiian resorts on O‘ahu…