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.
How to get your travel finances in order
How to budget and save for a weekend getaway
Want to take a weekend getaway this summer? Here’s how you can manage your money to make that trip a reality.
Average cost of flying in the U.S.
Here’s how much you can expect to spend on domestic air travel, plus a few tips for trimming your costs.
7 best travel budget apps for your next vacation
Seven travel apps that will help you plan travel, track your budget, coordinate with a group and split expenses.
Are travel cards worth it?
Travel credit cards offer valuable benefits and can help offset travel costs, even with an annual fee. Here s how to decide if they re right for you.
Exclusive travel insights from Bankrate
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“There are plenty of ways to have fun this summer without busting your budget. For example, there’s still time to accumulate a summer vacation fund by setting money aside from every paycheck.”
More than 1 in 3 American travelers plan to go into debt for their summer vacations this year
Summer travel spotlight
Travel roundup
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Using credit card points for long weekend trips
Use your credit card points for a weekend getaway — spots like the Florida Keys, Sedona or New York City. Save money by using your points for flights, hotels and rental cars.
6 min read Nov 01, 2023 -
When should you buy airline points or miles? 4 times it might make sense
Most of the time, you’ll be better off earning points/miles than buying them.
6 min read Oct 27, 2023 -
What is TSA PreCheck? Everything you need to know
TSA PreCheck is a program that lets you breeze through airport security lines
5 min read Oct 13, 2023 -
Guide to American Express transfer partners
Learn which Amex airline and hotel partners offer the best value.
4 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
What are Hilton Honors points worth?
The Hilton Honors program features more than 6,200 properties around the globe, which makes it one of the largest hotel loyalty programs worldwide. Free night awards start at 5,000 points and go all the [...]
5 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
Under-the-radar credit card perks you should know
Find out the hidden credit card perks that could benefit you.
8 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
Sign up for a new credit card now to get free holiday travel
Signing up for a new credit card can provide you with enough rewards points or miles for a free trip this holiday season.
2 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
Guide to Citi ThankYou Rewards transfer partners
Citi ThankYou Rewards members looking for the most lucrative redemption option should consider transferring their ThankYou points to one of Citi’s many airline, hotel or retail partners.
6 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
How to use the Chase Sapphire Reserve travel credit
The Chase Sapphire Reserve’s $300 annual travel credit can be used in many ways.
5 min read Oct 11, 2023 -
American Express travel portal guide
Learn how to book flights, hotels and more through AmexTravel.com
8 min read Sep 06, 2023
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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