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How to Donate Miles and Points to Charity

Supporting charities is always a good idea, but can't always be worked into a tight budget. It's easier than ever now to put airline miles toward a good cause, from helping kids to supporting the troops. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on June 20, 2012 at 11:22:23 AM EDT Tagged: News, Rewards, Airlines
How to Multiply Frequent Flier Miles this Summer

Close to getting that free flight but don't have enough miles? We found a couple of special offers on now that can help get you there. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on June 15, 2012 at 11:06:18 AM EDT Tagged: Credit Cards, Rewards, Air Travel, Air Travel
Coolest Non-Travel Perks from Rewards Programs

Once you've racked up miles on miles, how do you want to spend them? Why not on a private dinner with chef Daniel Boulud, or a session in a professional recording studio? Read more

Posted by Rachel Felder on May 28, 2012 at 1:55:32 PM EDT Tagged: Rewards, Hotels, Airlines, Food
Top Travel Rewards from Airline, Hotel, and Credit Card Programs

Spring is in the air and summer vacation is just on the horizon, making it prime time for travel rewards holders to cash in their points and miles for trips. Whether you've racked up rewards credits via airline, hotel, or credit card programs, lots of juicy trips are currently up for grabs. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on April 20, 2012 at 11:43:46 AM EDT Tagged: Deals, Rewards, Munich, Tokyo, France, Paris, Boston, Colorado, Caribbean, Florida, Las Vegas, New York City, Cancun
5 Myths Debunked For Frequent-Flyer Miles

There are plenty of misconceptions floating around about frequent-flyer miles that keep travelers from using them to their best potential. It's time to set the record straight: Here, I've set out to debunk five common myths about miles, and hopefully, demystify the redemption process for you. I've personally used frequent-flyer miles to travel the globe, explore incredible new places, and take trips that I never thought possible. You can, too, if you simply get past these five common misconceptions. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 15, 2012 at 6:04:45 PM EST Tagged: Air Travel
5 Ways Hotel Points Are More Valuable Than Airline Miles

When it comes to travel rewards, many people focus solely on airline miles, forgetting about other types of programs. But don't overlook hotel rewards, which offer easier points accumulation, superior fulfillment, more versatility, and better promotions than many airline programs. Here’s what you need to know. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 07, 2012 at 10:48:26 AM EST Tagged: Hotels, Rewards, Air Travel
The 5 Fastest Ways to Earn Frequent Flyer Miles

It used to be that the best way to earn frequent flyer miles was to pick an airline and fly it everywhere. But these days, savvy travelers know how to diversify their sources for miles, ensuring points are earned in-flight and beyond. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 28, 2012 at 11:00:00 AM EST Tagged: Air Travel
Four Steps to a Perfect Frequent Flyer Future

Being a savvy frequent flyer means putting together a cohesive, personalized strategy for accruing as many miles as possible—including racking up points from sources that don't involve air travel. But given the number of options, creating an action plan and a way to manage it can be daunting. As such, we've devised a cheat sheet to get you started on your way to cashing in a pile of points for your dream trip. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on December 27, 2011 at 1:40:08 PM EST
Earn More Travel Miles by Eating Out

Who knew you could rack up loyalty points just by dining out at your favorite restaurants? The dining-rewards arms of most airline and hotel loyalty programs are free and dead-easy to participate in. If you’re already dining out—or planning a big event—you might as well score some points for your next vacation. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on November 28, 2011 at 12:30:59 PM EST
Maximize Travel Reward Points on Cyber Monday and Beyond

The biggest online shopping day of the year, Cyber Monday, is right around the corner on November 28. While buying holiday gifts online, you can also treat yourself to huge frequent flyer and loyalty point gains. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on November 18, 2011 at 1:44:04 PM EST