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Having elite status can really help enhance a hotel stay. From upgrades and bonus points to late checkouts and exclusive gifts, hotel elite status is something we all strive for. Each hotel chain has a different program with different requirements…

Having elite status with an airline can make flying so much more pleasant. This is especially true with United Airlines. As a United MileagePlus Premier member, you enjoy perks like preferred seating, upgrades, points bonuses, and more. But understanding how…

Cramped middle seats, being the last passenger to board, or running out of overhead bin space can be a thing of the past once you have elite status with an airline. For Delta flyers, Medallion Status is the goal. The…

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham is an extended stay brand from the Wyndham family of hotels. At Hawthorn Suites, you’ll enjoy the comforts of home to make your stay, no matter how long, as comfortable as possible. All rooms at Hawthorn…

Having elite status with an airline is a great way to earn benefits and perks that make travel more rewarding. American Airlines is one of the main players in the industry and an airline that many of us use often….

Applying for a new credit card can be stressful, especially if you don’t get an immediate approval. The good news is that there are ways to check your application status while waiting for approval. This post will cover everything you…

Congratulations, you just got a brand new Chase credit card and are excited to start using it. But not too fast! The very first thing you have to do after receiving your card is to verify its receipt and activate…

Chase is one of the major powerhouses when it comes to travel rewards credit cards. In addition to cards that earn valuable Ultimate Rewards points, Chase offers an impressive line of co-branded credit cards that come with perks and benefits…

It’s the uncommon traveler who associates the Wyndham name with luxury, as the company is better known for brands like Super 8, Days Inn, Travelodge, and Ramada. The Wyndham Rewards loyalty program hasn’t earned as enthusiastic a following as others,…

When it comes to booking hotels with points, you’ve probably heard about the “Big 4” — Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, and IHG. For this post, we’re going to explore a lesser-known hotel chain, Wyndham, and more specifically we’ll look at the…

With so many of us sticking closer to home these days, food delivery services have become an important part of our everyday lives. With the click of a button, you can order food and have it delivered to your home…

With so many of us sticking closer to home these days, food delivery services have become an integral part of our lives. One of the most well-known of these companies is Grubhub. While you might think Grubhub is a newer…

Here at Upgraded Points, we love using points for travel expenses. Points and miles can help make luxury travel experiences like first class flights and top-notch hotels much more accessible. But, it’s always good to have options, so today we’re showing…

Undercover Tourist is a popular website for purchasing theme park tickets at a discount. If you’ve planned a trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, or SeaWorld, you’ve probably come across Undercover Tourist. But did you also know you can…

Postmates is a company that was started in 2011 with a desire to create a platform that can get anything delivered to anyone. While it’s most known for food delivery, you can actually get other items like school supplies, household…

Since staying in has become the new norm, food delivery services have been in the spotlight. One of the most well-known food delivery services is DoorDash, which has become a staple for many of us this year. If you’re not…

FlipKey is a website that helps you find a vacation rental or helps you rent out your property. While you may not be that familiar with FlipKey, you’re probably familiar with its parent company, Tripadvisor. Vacation rentals are a popular…

Agoda is an online travel agency and metasearch engine that’s designed to help you find cheap hotels, home rentals, flights, and airport transfers. It’s owned by Agoda Company Pte. Ltd, headquartered in Singapore, and is a subsidiary of Booking Holdings,…

Advantage Rent A Car probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind when you’re thinking about car rental companies. While it’s not as big as its competitors, this Orlando-based company has over 33 U.S. locations at major airports (and…

Lindblad Expeditions/National Geographic is a cruise line like no other. When you’re on a one of these cruises, you’ll not only travel to remote and exotic locations, but you’ll do so in the company of world-renowned photographers, naturalists, and scientists….

While you might just think of Tripadvisor as the place to get honest reviews about hotels, restaurants, or things to do, it’s actually so much more than that. First, Tripadvisor acts as a metasearch engine, showing you prices for hotels, flights,…