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The Platinum Card^® from American Express is one of the premier cards on the market today. It’s known for its amazing perks, but it also carries a steep annual fee. While the dollar figure may seem daunting, this card comes…

Like many other airlines, JetBlue offers vacation packages. These package deals consist of flights and hotels that offer greater savings over booking everything individually. JetBlue Vacations offers packages to destinations in the U.S., Canada, Central America, the Caribbean, and even…

Southwest Airlines has been flying to Hawaii since March 2019. After lots of initial anticipation about how many routes the airline would operate, it has settled on a small, but mighty, set of daily flights to Hawaii from multiple cities…

When you apply for a new credit card and don’t get an immediate approval, you might start to worry and wonder what you should do next. We’ve been there, and we know it can be stressful. This post will cover…

There are many websites to book car rentals, and they all offer different rates, specials, terms, and loyalty programs. This post is an in-depth look at Avis, including a breakdown of the Avis Preferred rewards program. You’ll learn what Avis…

Expedia has been around for a while, and we’re sure most of you have used it at least once to search for a flight. But do you really know all that Expedia has to offer? And are you really saving…

So you are ready to book your next vacation. You might be wondering what website to use to get the best deal. Of course you will probably check popular online travel agencies like Expedia, Hotwire, or Orbitz. But did you…

When you’re a student on a budget, world travel might seem like something that’s far out of reach, but it doesn’t have to be! There are lots of websites that cater to student travelers on a tight budget. Once you…

We all know how great Chase business credit cards are, but what about their banking services? If you’re in search of a great checking account for your business, see how Chase stacks up. Chase offers a few different checking accounts for…

Knowing the best website to use when booking a flight can save you a bundle of money. And if you are a student, you might be inclined to seek out websites that offer special deals to young travelers. With so…

Chase Private Client is a program offered to select Chase clients who keep a substantial amount of money in Chase investment and banking accounts. It’s sort of like elite status at a bank instead of an airline. Here is what…

American Express’ The Hotel Collection and Fine Hotels & Resorts may sound similar, but the benefits they offer are different. What they both do is offer perks that are only available to cardholders of select American Express credit cards when…

When you think of American Express, I bet the first (and maybe only) thing you think of are their credit cards. But did you know they also offer personal savings accounts? If you are like me, you had no idea…

Southwest started as a budget airline but has blossomed into a solid choice for both domestic and Caribbean travel. They offer a great frequent flyer program, a generous flight change and cancellation policy — and they don’t charge fees for checked…

These days, credit cards come with lots of bells and whistles like points-earning capabilities, lounge access, hotel elite status, and travel insurance coverage. Some of the lesser-known benefits of Chase cards are the protections that come complimentary for eligible purchases you…

Southwest is a favorite airline among many travelers because of its customer-friendly policies like free checked baggage, no change fees, and the Southwest Companion Pass. Its loyalty program, Southwest Rapid Rewards, is easy to use as well, making it a…

Do you need a credit limit increase on your American Express credit card, but aren’t sure how to get it? You’re in the right place. There are a few ways to get a credit limit increase, and some essential things…

Flights used to be much less entertaining. If you wanted to watch a movie, you had to hope there would be one playing during your flight at the time you wanted to watch it. If you wanted to listen to…

Booking.com is an online travel agency (OTA) that offers flights, car rentals, attractions, and airport taxis, but its strength is in booking multiple types of accommodations. In addition to traditional hotels, it offers access to book almost any type of…

Here at Upgraded Points, we talk a lot about credit card introductory bonus offers as a way to earn lots of points very quickly. They can be great — but an often overlooked strategy is how to continue earning bonus…

Southwest Rapid Rewards points are the currency you earn through the Southwest Airlines frequent flyer program. They can be used to purchase flights as well as hotel rooms, rental cars, and even gift cards (although the best value comes from…