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Frequent Flyer Secrets: How to Fly to Hawaii for Free

Booking a free flight with miles gets you bragging rights. Make that a free flight to Hawaii and you've got unbridled joy. Our resident frequent flyer expert breaks down her most hard-won tips. Read more

Posted by Andrea M. Rotondo on June 12, 2013 at 8:58:00 AM EDT Tagged: Tips, Air Travel, Airlines, Hawaii, Rewards
Delta, Starwood Team Up on Crossover Rewards

In a first-of-its-kind move, Delta and Starwood Hotels are teaming up to offer reciprocal benefits for members of both loyalty programs. Think SkyPriority access AND room upgrades. Read more

Posted by Seth Miller on February 08, 2013 at 11:01:00 AM EST Tagged: Hotels, News, Airlines
Royal Caribbean & MGM Partner on Customer Loyalty Programs

It was announced this week that brand-loyal cruisers and casino-goers just got a lot luckier. Royal Caribbean and MGM Resorts are partnering up their loyalty benefits programs. Read more

Posted by Andrea M. Rotondo on November 01, 2012 at 12:31:53 PM EDT Tagged: Royal Caribbean Cruises, Resorts, Hotels, News, Rewards
Maximize Travel Rewards by... Shopping

We're worried. We're worried you're not raking in rewards to your fullest potential. If you dally in online shopping, you could be getting extra points and miles across many different frequent travel programs. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on October 09, 2012 at 5:20:59 PM EDT Tagged: Rewards, Tips, Credit Cards
How to Get Reimbursed for Delays and Cancellations

Delays and cancellations are among the most frustrating parts of travel, made worse by unexpected expenses like meals and overnight stays. Here's how to not pay through the nose next time you're stranded. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on September 28, 2012 at 2:36:05 PM EDT Tagged: Credit Cards, Air Travel, Airports, Tips
Top Tools for Tracking Points and Miles

There's no reason not to sign up for airline and hotel rewards programs—easier access to potential perks. But it can be tough to keep track of them all. Cue these easy-to-use online tools. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on September 26, 2012 at 10:20:26 AM EDT Tagged: Credit Cards, Rewards, Technology
Best Frequent Traveler Program Perks

Planning a trip means compromising on luxuries like comfy airport transfers and free WiFi to get a better deal. But by paying upfront for these programs, those little luxuries are waiting for your arrival. Read more

Posted by Rachel Felder on September 07, 2012 at 10:32:53 AM EDT Tagged: Rewards, Hotels, Restaurants, Airlines, Airports
Citi Introduces New Hilton HHonors Credit Card

Citibank announced a new credit card this week, the Hilton HHonors Reserve Visa Signature, that offers sweet perks for frequent travelers. Though the perks come at a price. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on July 25, 2012 at 12:00:50 PM EDT Tagged: Credit Cards, News, Hotels
Credit Cards Offer Exclusive Sports Experiences

What has your credit card done for you lately? To remind you why you love (to hate) them, credit cards like Citi are offering cardholders exclusive access to amazing VIP sports experiences. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on July 11, 2012 at 3:02:04 PM EDT Tagged: Sports, Rewards, Deals, Credit Cards
Best Sign-Up Bonuses for Airline Credit Cards

Airline credit cards are offering some of the sweetest sign-up bonuses we've seen in a while, with more than 60,000 miles promised to new cardholders. These should help get you that free flight in no time. Read more

Posted by Cathleen McCarthy on June 27, 2012 at 11:04:09 AM EDT Tagged: Airlines, Credit Cards, Rewards, Tips