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“This year, as prices and interest rates continue to push higher, we’re seeing more signals that vacationers are adapting their plans. Many are still going somewhere, but they’re being more thoughtful about how they’re spending.”
80% of summer vacationers are changing their plans due to inflation
Summer travel spotlight
Travel roundup
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6 ways to redeem the Capital One Venture X welcome bonus for maximum value
From fixed redemptions to business class tickets, we show you how to get maximum value from your Venture X welcome bonus.
4 min read May 26, 2023 -
Is Clear worth the cost?
Clear can help you save time at the airport, but you’ll want to make sure you can get all the benefits before you apply.
6 min read May 24, 2023 -
Is travel insurance worth getting?
Here’s everything you need to know about credit card travel insurance.
17 min read May 22, 2023 -
How to earn elite airline status with credit cards
Learn how you can use your credit card to earn elite status with each of the major U.S. carriers.
7 min read May 16, 2023 -
A guide to earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles
Here’s what you need to know about earning and redeeming frequent flyer miles/points.
8 min read May 16, 2023 -
What is travel hacking and how do I start?
Learn how you can start traveling at a significantly lower cost while maximizing on a rewards strategy.
7 min read May 16, 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 -
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 May 10, 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 -
7 best travel budget apps for your next vacation
Travel apps that will help you plan, budget and split costs.
5 min read May 10, 2023
Best travel cards
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- Best credit cards for road trips
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- Best travel credit cards for beginners
- Best credit cards for travel insurance
- Best business credit cards for travel
- Best travel credit cards with 0% APR
- Best credit cards for travel insurance
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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