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United Airlines has one of the most popular frequent flyer programs in the U.S., and there are some great ways to earn United miles for award flights. In fact, the number of ways to earn miles with the United MileagePlus…

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…

There’s no doubt you know United Airlines (and may have even flown with them before), but are you aware of their different fare types, the ins and outs of their baggage allowances, and all of their extra fees/add-ons? What about…

Paris in the spring. Spain’s Costa del Sol in the summer. Christmas markets in Germany. No matter what time of year it is, there is always a great reason to travel to Europe! If you book award tickets to Europe…

There are 24 UNESCO World Heritage sites scattered throughout the U.S. Each one offers visitors the opportunity to witness some of the most amazing natural landscapes in the world, as well as learn the history of some of America’s most…

Cathay Pacific is an airline that I personally get super excited about. The Hong Kong-based carrier is known for providing some of the best flights in the industry. With such a rich heritage coming from the tiny sovereignty of Hong…

It’s likely been at least 5 to 10 years since you received your passport, and renewing your passport after so long can be overwhelming. If your passport is up for renewal or you’ve had a special change with your passport,…

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,…