Financially preparing for travel
Excited for your next vacation but not sure where to start? Here you’ll find tips and insights for how to boost your savings for travel, maximize points and miles, simplify the booking process and more.
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More than 4 in 5 holiday travelers are changing plans this season because of inflation
How to get your travel finances in order
Travel roundup
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How to leverage Amex’s The Hotel Collection for your next trip
The Hotel Collection by Amex offers exclusive benefits at over 1,000 locations.
4 min read Nov 22, 2024 -
How to use Chase Travel to book airfare, hotels and more
Chase Travel allows you to book flights, hotel stays, experiences and more with points.
8 min read Nov 21, 2024 -
5 tips for first-time flyers
If you’re flying for the first time, these tips can help make your experience more smooth.
5 min read Nov 20, 2024 -
Average cost of flying in the U.S.
Here’s what you can expect to pay, on average, for air travel within the U.S.
6 min read Nov 08, 2024 -
What is trip cancellation and interruption insurance?
Learn more about trip cancellation and interruption insurance and how to get it.
5 min read Nov 07, 2024 -
American Express travel portal guide
Learn how to book flights, hotels and more through AmexTravel.com
9 min read Nov 04, 2024 -
A traveler’s guide to Capital One miles
The Capital One miles travel program is a user-friendly rewards system.
7 min read Nov 02, 2024 -
How much are IHG One Rewards points worth?
The IHG Rewards Club is worth considering if you’re traveling with IHG’s brands.
6 min read Oct 30, 2024 -
Guide to Capital One transfer partners
Learn which Capital One transfer partners allow you to transfer at a 1:1 rate.
3 min read Oct 29, 2024 -
Do I need credit card travel insurance?
Here’s everything you need to know about credit card travel insurance.
9 min read Oct 23, 2024
Best travel cards
Rewards programs
- American Airlines AAdvantage rewards program guide
- Frequent flyer guide to Delta SkyMiles
- United MileagePlus guide
- Guide to Southwest Rapid Rewards
- Guide to JetBlue TrueBlue
- A complete guide to Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan
- Guide to Air France/KLM Flying Blue
- Guide to Spirit Airlines’ Free Spirit
- Guide to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- Frequent flyer guide to the Frontier Miles program
- Guide to Marriott Bonvoy
- Guide to the Hilton Honors rewards program
- Guide to Wyndham Rewards
- A complete guide to World of Hyatt
- IHG One Rewards guide
- Guide to Choice Privileges
- Best Western Rewards guide