Booking tips

In the past, it felt like I was never targeted for the coolest frequent flyer or hotel loyalty promotions that were randomly handed out by the points and miles gods. Even my recent Amex Offers seemed skimpy in comparison to the cool deals many other TPGers reported. For whatever reason, the algorithms just weren't showing me the love.

Singapore Airlines' Global Redemption sale is back, letting members book award flights for 25% fewer KrisFlyer miles. While transatlantic North American routes are limited to just premium economy flights at select airports, if you're already looking to book your next 2025 vacation — or find yourself in Asia, Africa, the Southwest Pacific area or Europe and want to add an extra leg to your trip — this deal could pique your interest.

For me, the best part of traveling with points and miles is the planning. I love choosing a place I want to go and then carefully selecting cards with rewards that can take me there.

Sep 7, 2024 • 5 min read

British Airways is putting epic vacations on sale this fall with flights starting at less than $500 roundtrip.

After a 15-hour flight from Los Angeles to Sydney and four packed days of touring, dining, and dancing into the wee hours at an Aussie wedding, my husband and I picked up a rental car and escaped out of the harborside metropolis for a few nights of peace and quiet. We were en route to the beach town of Byron Bay and hoped that a two-night stop in Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, would be a balm for our jet-lagged souls.

I often have sticker shock when booking flights and hotels. Even so, I select the best option and book a rate that offers free cancellation.

I'll admit it — I'm addicted to premium travel rewards cards. Most people choose just one or two of the most popular top-tier cards — such as The Platinum Card® from American Express, Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card — but I have all three.

Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises is making voyages even more opulent with free first class airfare, and discounts on sailings.

Booking a hotel stay just got more rewarding with JetBlue’s latest promotion, helping travelers score potentially up to 15,000 points for their next flight.   “Watch your TrueBlue points reach new heights as an IHG One Rewards member,” IHG Hotels shared about the promotion on its website. “Register to earn 1,000 bonus TrueBlue points for a 1 – 2 night stay and 3,000 bonus TrueBlue points for stays of 3 or more nights at select IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Florida’s beloved high-speed rail line, Brightline, is celebrating the one-year anniversary of their Orlando extension with a week of exclusive deals for email subscribers.

Want to get away to Europe? Travelers can score one-way flights for as little as 15,000 airline miles with this little-known frequent flier program. 

Is Expedia Group's $25 billion B2B business diluting its consumer businesses, including Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo, or is it a big advantage for the Group?

Booking Holdings is now the largest travel business and one of the most profitable, and current CEO Glenn Fogel played a key role in putting all the pieces together starting two decades ago. 

When Brightline finally launched service between South Florida and Orlando International Airport this time last year, it was a big deal — and, lucky for travelers, the sleek, modern, high-speed rail line is celebrating this one-year milestone with a week of deals. From now through 11:59 p.m. on September 7, Brightline is offering email subscribers five days of surprise savings in honor of the one-year anniversary of their Orlando route extension.

Travelers hoping to escape the coming cold weather can save big on a trip south of the equator thanks to Air New Zealand’s latest sale that has roundtrip flights from the United States starting at less than $800.

Choosing which airline to fly can often make (or break) your travel experience from the moment you check in, but it turns out that luggage allowance is the top priority for most passengers when booking flights. 

The Air Canada Aeroplan loyalty program is offering members up to 50,000 points back when they redeem their Aeroplan points for hotel stays.

Sun-seekers, meet Star Seeker. One of the cruise industry's most anticipated new high-end ships is set to debut at the end of next year, and you'll only have one chance to catch it in the Caribbean.

Foodies, take notice: Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders can earn 10 points per dollar on dining purchases through Chase Ultimate Rewards — including prepaid reservations, takeout, delivery, unique dining experiences and more.

Breeze Airways is running one of its best flash sales of the year, offering a 50 percent discount on round-trip tickets for travel through next May.