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
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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Guide to green travel: Planning and financing a sustainable vacation
Sustainable and responsible travel has reached the mainstream market.
8 min read Jun 13, 2023 -
Should you use vacation loans to cover travel expenses?
Travel costs are going up, but more people want to go on trips. Are vacation loans the way to pay for travels?
9 min read Jun 09, 2023 -
Solo female travel: How to keep yourself and your finances safe
Traveling solo as a female can be daunting, but research shows it’s more common than some people think. Find out how to keep both yourself finances safe while traveling alone, and what to do if a problem [...]
10 min read Jun 02, 2023 -
How one family used credit card rewards to finance their nomad life
Learn how to use your rewards to travel and explore places.
4 min read May 11, 2023 -
Average cost of travel insurance
Several factors can impact travel insurance premiums but extra cost may be worth it.
5 min read May 10, 2023 -
A guide to airline companion passes
Airline companion passes vary — some are for one-time discounts while others cover a companion’s flight costs year-round — but they can all save you money.
6 min read Apr 17, 2023 -
Guide to Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection
The Chase Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection is available to select premium cardholders and offers access to luxury hotel properties and perks.
4 min read Apr 11, 2023 -
Your guide to Priority Pass
Priority Pass members can visit Priority Pass lounges at any participating airport.
8 min read Apr 05, 2023 -
What to do with a grounded airline card
If you have a co-branded airline card that’s no longer getting maximum value, here are a few options to consider.
3 min read Mar 31, 2023 -
How much are United miles worth?
Whether you’re a United loyalist or fly with the airline occasionally, learn how much United miles and worth, as well as how to earn and redeem them.
5 min read Mar 29, 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