Travel

Earning the number of Hilton Honors points you need for your next hotel stay can take quite a while, but there are strategies that can help you earn points even faster. One of the easiest ways to earn extra Hilton…

Ever wondered which travel resources are worth your time? “Should I get the app? Visit the website? Maybe buy the book??” How about quirky resources that you never even knew existed? For example, an app that searches for free wifi…

When you look for the best business class products, Cathay Pacific is bound to be high on that list. Its reputation is well-deserved, and its long-haul business class product and service are top-notch. If you’re traveling to or through Asia,…

While Etihad Airways may be most known for its first class product, The Apartment, we shouldn’t forget the excellent business class product it offers. Though not as flashy as the first class product, Etihad business class is a great way…

Cathay Pacific ranks among the top airlines in the world for its first class seats, lounges, inflight catering, lounge dining, and amenities. Luckily for us, we have several options for using miles and points to book Cathay Pacific first class….

Emirates First Class One of our first Real Redemptions contributions comes from Andrew of Life, Tailored, a travel blog dedicated to the notion that you certainly don’t need to be rich to live a luxurious life. Andrew is a full-time…

If you’re looking for tips on earning more United MileagePlus miles, you’ve come to the right place! Earning enough to redeem for a ticket can be tough, but with MileagePlus Dining, you can get there faster. Today we’ll walk you…

There are some cheap and easy ways to earn additional frequent flyer miles that you probably don’t know about. One of the best ones is through airline and hotel dining programs! This article walks you through American Airlines’ AAdvantage Dining…

When you think about air travel to and from Europe, there’s a good chance Lufthansa comes to mind. That’s no accident! Lufthansa has long been considered one of the best ways to fly there. Even with increased competition from carriers…

Without a doubt, the most famous first class experience from Europe is the Lufthansa first class cabin. The service inflight is tough to match, and the lounge experience in Frankfurt is simply stunning! Carriers from the Middle East and Asia…

If you’re planning to shop online, what would you say if we told you you could earn extra miles just by clicking a few extra buttons? Pretty sweet, huh? This article will teach you how to use the United Airlines…

Are you a fan of earning Delta SkyMiles? What if we said you could earn even more for no extra cost and hardly any additional work? Does it sound too good to be true? It’s not! This article will tell…

At Upgraded Points, we’re obsessed with maximizing the travel experience. There’s nothing quite like taking your dream vacation, whether that’s eating cheap Michelin star-rated food in Singapore or exploring European history. Let’s be honest, though. While we all love to…

If you’re going to be traveling abroad soon, there’ll be plenty to think about – including what clothes you’re going to take and what exciting places you’re going to visit. However, one of the most important things you need to…

Marriott Bonvoy Overview Marriott has over 7,300 properties in more than 130 countries and territories. Across 33 brands, Marriott rivals IHG for worldwide coverage among hotel chains. Familiar brands such as Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, and Renaissance have recently been…

JetBlue Airline Overview TrueBlue is JetBlue’s loyalty program. You don’t earn points based on miles flown but rather dollars spent on JetBlue flights and partner activities. TrueBlue has customer-friendly policies like no points expiration and the ability to share points…

British Airways Overview British Airways’ mileage program is Executive Club, and Avios is the reward currency. You can collect Avios not only on British Airways flights, but also through partner airline flights, hotel stays, car rentals, credit card use, and even online…

Alaska Airlines has one of the most clear-cut baggage policies we’ve seen. Depending on the route and cabin, 2 or 3 standard bags are either included or only $35 for your first bag, with additional bags coming in below the…

Hello fellow travelers! We’re back with the fourth post in our Upgraded Points series on travel resources. This time we’re pretty much piggybacking on our last post (Organization) to bring you information related to tracking flights, plus resources that can…

JetBlue might not have the same kind of extensive route network compared to Delta Air Lines or American Airlines, but it has gained a reputation for having a good product and solid service. In this post, you’ll learn about the…

Earning extra points and miles for something you’re already planning to spend money on is a pretty great concept. Luckily for you, it’s also pretty easily done! This article tells you exactly what you need to know about using Southwest’s …