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Upgraded Points – Level UP Travel Launch Contest – OFFICIAL RULES
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. MAKING A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW. 1. PROMOTION DESCRIPTION: The Level UP Travel Launch Contest (\”Contest\”) begins…
Full List of U.S. Alaska Lounge Locations, Hours, Amenities & Partners
This post outlines all of the Alaska Lounge locations, including detailed information on the exact airport location, hours, and general amenities. Additionally, you’ll find information on how to access these Alaska Lounges, including eligibility and day passes. You’ll also learn…
Delta Air Lines Baggage Fees and Tips on Covering the Expenses
Delta Air Lines follows a fairly standard baggage policy regarding free carry-on bags. It charges average fees for flights within the U.S. or between the U.S. and Canada or Mexico and includes 1 to 2 bags in the base fare…
Carry-on Travel Essentials for Short and Long Flights (His & Hers)
At Upgraded Points, we believe a well-packed carry-on bag is key to flying in (relative) comfort. Whether you’re on a quick 45-minute hop or a daunting 9-hour long haul, your essentials are what keep you covered. That’s why we’ve compiled…
The Home Depot Credit Cards — Everything You Need to Know
Gifted with that fixer-upper attitude? Love remodeling? Have a penchant for DIY projects? Then you’ve undoubtedly spent a decent amount of time (and money) at home improvement stores like The Home Depot and have probably wondered if its store-branded credit…
Airline Cancellation and Change Fees for Award Flight Bookings [In-Depth]
Every airline has its own set of fees and conditions for canceling or changing your award flights (or not — thank you, Southwest!). We’ve outlined in detail fees and restrictions for canceling or changing award flights with many popular airlines….
Costco Anywhere Visa Card Review – Everything You Need To Know
Wholesale clubs like Costco are a go-to for many when it comes to groceries, household items, prescriptions, electronics, and even car tires. If you’re a Costco shopper, you’ve probably heard about its store-branded credit card and might be wondering: is…
The PayPal Cashback Mastercard & PayPal Extras Mastercard – Everything You Need to Know
Digital wallets and online payment systems like PayPal can make it easier to transfer money or make electronic payments. Need friends to pay you back for concert tickets? Done. Quickly send your league manager that fantasy football buy-in you forgot…
PayPal’s Debit and Prepaid Cards – Everything You Need to Know
PayPal is a commonly used option for quickly and efficiently transferring money online, and is increasingly replacing paper options such as checks and money orders. But despite the popularity of PayPal, Venmo, and mobile wallets, there’s a well-established form of…
Sam’s Club Mastercard Review – Everything You Need To Know
Wholesale clubs can help shoppers save money on groceries and other necessities. But do their store-branded credit cards offer savings? What benefits do they offer, and are they worth it? This in-depth review examines the Sam’s Club® Mastercard®, considering its…
Amazon Rewards & Prime Visa Card Review – Everything You Need To Know
It seems like every store has it’s own credit card nowadays, including Amazon. But is the Amazon Rewards Visa Signature card right for you? And if so, is it worth it? From card benefits and program basics to fees, drawbacks,…
United Airlines Baggage Fees and Tips on Covering the Expenses
United has a pretty basic baggage policy all around, so you won’t find many surprises here. Overweight and oversized fees are on the higher side but, that being said, they’re consistent with most other major U.S. carriers. Something to note:…
Southwest Airlines Review — Amenities, Baggage Fees, Seats, Customer Service, & More
Southwest Airlines is the world’s largest low-cost carrier, and it’s no wonder they’re so popular. Southwest offers some extremely low fares with the addition of standard perks like free checked bags, inflight refreshments, and award winning customer service. Want to…
29 Best Travel Quotes To Inspire Your Next Epic Adventure
Everyone loves a good quote. At Upgraded Points, this is especially true when it revolves around travel, adventure, wanderlust, different cultures, new cities, old cities, nature, experiences… you get it. Whether you need an inspiring photo to set as your…
Kohl’s Charge Card Review — Everything You Need to Know
By now, it’s a shopping standard: you get up to the check-out counter and the associate asks if you want to save money by signing up for the store’s branded credit card. Well… of course you want to save money!…
The 14 Best Travel Neck Pillows [2023 Buyer’s Guide]
Have you ever nodded off in your seat only to jerk your head up in alarm, wondering if your neighbor saw that drool on your chin? Or been frustrated because you needed that inflight shuteye, but you just couldn’t get…
What Is Southwest EarlyBird Check-In & Do I Really Need It?
Southwest Airlines is an extremely popular U.S. low-cost carrier for a number of reasons. They regularly offer cheaper fares compared to other airlines, and they’re very transparent about their fees. Southwest doesn’t charge for most of your luggage (your carry-on and…
Best Buy Credit Card Review — Everything You Need to Know
Let’s face it — electronics can be expensive. New and improved ultra HDTVs, the latest laptops and tablets, wearable tech, smart home security, virtual reality, and gaming systems – it’s enough to make your head spin! What if we told…
Emirates A380 First Class Review – Dubai to Los Angeles
Basic Overview Airline: Emirates Aircraft: A380 Flight #: EK215 Route: DXB > LAX Date: October 25, 2017 Duration: 16hr 15 min Cabin & Layout: First Class, 14 seats, 1-2-1, lie-flat Seats: 2E, 2F Miles Used: 80,000 SPG Points per person (transferred to JAL, total of…
Etihad Airways First Class Apartment A380 Review – Sydney to Abu Dhabi
Basic Overview Airline: Etihad Airways Aircraft: Airbus A380 Flight #: EY 455 Route: SYD>AUH Date: October 23, 2017 Duration: 14hr 45min Cabin & Layout: Etihad Apartment, 9 Apartments on the upper deck, all aisle access Seats: 4K, 5H Miles Used: 91,000 Amex points per…
Singapore 777 Business Class Review – Singapore to Melbourne
Airline: Singapore Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 777 Flight #: SQ 227 Route: (SGN>)* SIN>MEL Date: October 15, 2017 Duration: 7hr 25 min Cabin & Layout: Business Class, 12 seats, 1-2-1, lie-flat Seats: 11D, 11F Miles Used: 46,750 Singapore KrisFlyer Miles per person (including SGN>SIN* since…