Travel

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…

You may have noticed Transportation Security Administration signs posted at airport security checkpoints warning travelers about upcoming ID requirement changes. So what exactly are these changes, and what do you need to do to be ready? We’ll break down exactly…

Garuda Indonesia has a very generous free checked luggage allowance across all cabin classes, right up to 110 pounds (50 kg) for first class passengers. For most destinations, Garuda works on a weight system, so you can take as many…

If you’ve traveled much at all, you’ve likely heard of the Global Entry program. With all the fuss about waiting in lines at the airport, people are very curious about any way to beat the system. In this article, we’ll…

Noise-canceling headphones use fancy technology that helps eliminate annoying external noises, allowing us to concentrate only on what we want to hear. Perfect for busy commuter trains, noisy subways, and even to drown out the sound of fellow air passengers,…

Here at Upgraded Points, we often get questions about the best routes to fly on a particular airline. Singapore Airlines is definitely an aspirational airline with fantastic service, great business and first class seats, and solid award availability. In addition,…

American Airlines is one of the most well-known airlines in the world. Its AAdvantage loyalty program is also well-received thanks to the value of American Airlines miles. The AAdvantage program has undergone significant changes over the years, including an entirely…

After recent devaluations, the American Airlines AAdvantage program can provide value, but only if you know where to look. Intuitively, you’d think it would be beneficial to use your miles for domestic American flights, but unfortunately, that’s not the case….

You know that feeling when you’re finally in the baggage claim area of your destination airport, and a million identical suitcases pass you by — leaving you with no idea if any of them are yours? Playing luggage bingo at…

Many people earn elite status with United Airlines every year. Some road warriors might even earn United MileagePlus Premier 1K, the highest status level available to most travelers. However, an unpublished tier with United tops them all: United Global Services….

If you fly frequently with All Nippon Airways (ANA), then you’ll be pleased to know you can earn more ANA Mileage Club Miles with just a click before shopping online. Read on to find out how to earn these extra…

The United MileagePlus program has a couple of good things going for it: It doesn’t pass on fuel surcharges to award tickets, and you can use United miles to book award flights with its Star Alliance partners (the largest airline…

Many hard-working people have a goal in life of someday becoming a millionaire, but many travelers I know aspire to a far different numerical achievement: to become a Million Miler. But is achieving Million Miler status even worth the time,…

Korean Air Overview Korean Air is one of the 2 major South Korean airlines, the other being Asiana Airlines. The airline operates out of 2 hubs in Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport, and is a founding member of…

Virgin Atlantic Overview Virgin Atlantic was founded in the mid-1980s by legendary entrepreneur Richard Branson. The airline’s loyalty program is called Flying Club, and it operates from 2 hubs in London (Heathrow and Gatwick) and one hub in Manchester. Virgin…

We’re sure you’re more than familiar with American Airlines, considering it’s the world’s largest airline — but this handy review brings together all the information you might need when considering flying with them. Maybe you need to know about the…

Airline: Japan Airlines (JL) Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER Flight #: JL 62 Route: Tokyo-Narita (NRT) > Los Angeles (LAX) Date: November 18, 2018 Duration: 10 hr 10 min Cabin & Layout: Japan Airlines first class, 8-seat capacity across 2 rows, 1-2-1 Seats: 1G Miles Used: 80,000 American…

Alaska Airlines began offering flights from Anchorage, Alaska in 1932. Today, the airline offers flights to over 115 destinations across U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Costa Rica and is part of the Oneworld alliance and partnered with many other airlines operating…

This is the shopping portal for Virgin Atlantic fans. With just a few extra clicks, you’ll earn bonus Virgin Points for shopping online. It’s as simple as that! Read on for information on how to get the most from the…

With nearly 9,000 properties in 80 countries around the globe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has a huge footprint and a wide variety of hotel categories to choose from. The brand’s 20 different brands are conveniently located in big cities and small…

Austrian Airlines offers Economy Light fares for short- and long-haul travel if you only need to take carry-on luggage. This is handy for making your check-in and airport exit a bit swifter, and the additional bag charges are quite reasonable…