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The Chase Sapphire Reserve^® and Chase Sapphire Preferred^® Card are incredibly popular, and for good reason. These cards open up the ability to earn Chase Ultimate Rewards points, which is one of the best transferrable points currencies available today. Not…

We love sharing our experiences on first and business class flights, but let’s be honest — we don’t fly this way all the time. Sometimes, an economy or premium economy flight just makes sense. That was the case recently when…

We love getting outsized value here at Upgraded Points, especially on 2 popular cards: the Chase Sapphire Preferred^® Card and the Chase Sapphire Reserve^®. Today, I am going to show you how I would use 75,000 Chase points for maximum…

The American Express^® Business Gold Card is a powerhouse earner for business owners. It strikes a nice balance between having an annual fee that’s not sky-high while still providing valuable benefits. The current public welcome bonus offer on this card…

Eccentric, whimsical, and bold: That’s how I would describe Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, and I loved every bit of it. After 4 incredible nights at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, it was time to move on to Amsterdam. My husband and I…

A few months ago, we reported on American Airlines’ major policy change: customers would no longer earn miles and Loyalty Points on third-party bookings from “non-preferred agencies.” This change was set to go into effect in May 2024 but was…

I recently found myself lounge-hopping at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City during a particularly long layover. My last stop before catching a flight to Paris was the Air France Lounge in Terminal 1. There are…

Airport lounges can make a travel day so much more enjoyable. Having a quiet spot to wait for your flight with a drink and snack really helps pass the time in a comfortable way. On a recent layover at John…

If you’re a fan of Hyatt, chances are the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme is on your points bucket list. It’s an aspirational property and one that many travelers dream of staying at. I’m no different, so when I was planning a…

Marriott’s first hotel on Mexico’s Isla Mujeres will open later this year. Almare, A Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort, Isla Mujeres, is now open for bookings starting in November. This new hotel offers Marriott customers a new all-inclusive option in…

IHG Hotels & Resorts will make its debut in Turks and Caicos with not just 1 but 3 new hotels. The new properties will be located on the coveted Grace Bay and will offer guests wonderful new options for using…

Hyatt announced plans for the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Puerto Rico. This new property is scheduled to open in 2025 and will be in the popular Isla Verde neighborhood, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the beach. Let’s…

As of Wednesday, May 15, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has officially ended its partnership with World of Hyatt in favor of Hilton Honors. Here’s everything you need to know about any future hotel bookings you may have…

Layovers are a common part of a travel day. While a nonstop flight is preferred, with a little planning, a layover can be almost…fun. Yes, I said it. Layovers can sometimes be enjoyable. Of course, that depends on what airport…

The author stayed as a guest of G Adventures. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I recently returned from an incredible trip to Mexico. This was my ninth…

Southwest Airlines has extended its flight schedule, and you can now book Southwest flights for travel through March 5, 2025. Here are the details you’ll need to book those winter and early spring trips you’ve been thinking about. Southwest Airlines…

Frontier Airlines is an ultra-low-cost carrier that operates routes to more than 100 destinations in the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. When you fly on Frontier, you pay a discounted fare for your ticket, but anything above and beyond…

With spring upon us and summer right around the corner, there’s no doubt that many families will be considering a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. One of the things you’ll want to think about when planning a trip to Disney…

We love seeing elevated offers for our favorite cards — and when we do, we love sharing them with you. The American Express^® Business Gold Card is one of the best business cards out there, and we’ve spotted a huge…

Hyatt announced that The Confidante Miami Beach, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, would be closing for a renovation and rebranding back in 2022. The hotel closed its doors on March 25, 2024, to allow for the full transformation…

IHG’s voco brand is on a roll, with lots of new hotels in the pipeline. Today, another new opening has been announced — voco Seoul Myeongdong. This property, which will be the brand’s second in South Korea, is due to…