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Category: Travel
Get a fourth or fifth night free when redeeming points
No one enjoys overpaying for their hotel. So, unless you have more points and miles than you can use, it’s likely appealing to get a [more…]
Instacart Mastercard review: Full details
Instacart Mastercard overview The Instacart Mastercard® earns highly on more than just Instacart purchases and provides more benefits than typical for a card without an [more…]
Britons furious over new Spain travel rules and protests as probe launched into holiday companies
In the recent wave of backlash to Spain’s new travel rules and protests, the Spanish Government have started investigating major holiday rental companies across Spain [more…]
Jet2 issues fresh travel warning to Britons after planned strike action at major UK airport this Christmas
Britons travelling from Edinburgh Airport over Christmas and New Year’s could face delays, as strike action is planned. Fuel suppliers to the airport are walking [more…]
Alaska Airlines confirms details of new premium card coming next year, including on companion pass
There is more news on the newly announced premium credit card coming in 2025 from Alaska Airlines. The team at Alaska confirmed details on what [more…]
Exchange your expiring airline perks and hotel upgrades — here’s how
In the spirit of holiday giving, we want to know: Do you have an unused airline upgrade, drink voucher, lounge pass or another travel benefit [more…]
Points and miles travel deals for December: Earn with these offers
From bonus points on your next hotel stay to generous sales of airline miles, we’re always looking for travel deals to help you earn and [more…]
Hyatt expands to Cape Cod and Provincetown (kind of)
The World of Hyatt now extends to one of the top LGBTQ+ vacation destinations in the world, but the town shouldn’t raise its antichain pitchforks [more…]
These are the 17 best Disney hotels in 2024
Things have certainly changed since Walt Disney World opened more than 50 years ago. There used to be just a handful of hotels and one [more…]
11 unexpected winter vacation ideas for a warm getaway
Are you craving the sensation of winter sun on your skin amid the slowly dropping temperatures in the United States? A few obvious holiday destinations [more…]
Discover it Chrome Card review: Full details
Discover it Chrome overview The Discover it® Chrome Card is a cash-back offering from Discover that earns 2% cash back at gas stations and restaurants [more…]
Expat in Spain shares a common misconception about moving there
Expats make up more than 10 per cent of the population in Spain, and it is no surprise why. The country has warm temperatures, beautiful [more…]
MSC World Europa cruise ship review: A top pick for megaresort lovers
Call it the most spectacular megaship that most Americans don’t know exists. Unveiled just two years ago, MSC World Europa is massive on a scale [more…]
Over $4,000 in value: Why I made the Amex Platinum my first-ever premium card
Confession: I work at The Points Guy and know almost nothing about points and miles. Sure, I’ve flown with just about every well-known airline and [more…]
How to use Virgin Atlantic’s reward seat checker to find cheap Saver seats
The Virgin Atlantic Flying Club program recently switched from fixed-rate to dynamically priced redemptions, including new Saver fares, which offer excellent rates on off-peak dates. [more…]
An even faster way through airport security: Here’s what it’s like using touchless ID
Biometric screening, or touchless ID, is coming to an airport near you, and it will speed up your journey — especially through airport security. I’m [more…]
From upgrade ‘hack’ to IT fixes, Amtrak loyalty chief dishes on Guest Rewards’ big growth
There’s big news on the rails this week: Amtrak just reached 20 million members of its Guest Rewards program. Launched in 2000, the Guest Rewards [more…]
The best places for a UK holiday home named
Britain’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage have long made it a prime destination for those seeking the perfect holiday home retreat. From Cornwall’s dramatic [more…]
Review: Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, The Maldives
Take a look at any league table on travellers’ aspirational destination and the Maldives are up there. Crystal clear seas caressing sugar white beaches, across [more…]
RMT suspends planned Avanti walkout in boost for Britons fearing Christmas chaos
Britons haved received a festive boost as the RMT cancelled its scheduled train strikes after receiving a revised offer from Avanti West Coast. Avanti West [more…]