One of the most valuable perks of travel rewards credit cards is their welcome bonuses, often worth hundreds of dollars in points or miles. Missing out on one is the biggest mistake you could make when you open a new credit card. As TPG’s 10 commandments of credit card rewards states: “Thou shalt not miss…

There’s a lot to love about vacationing in Hawaii, but many travelers don’t like the hours of flying it takes to reach the state from the continental U.S. I don’t mind connecting flights, especially if a connection lets me stretch my legs and enjoy an airport lounge. But, regardless of whether you want to fly…

Since starting The Points Guy in 2010, one of my favorite things is hearing from readers who share incredible stories of how they’ve maximized points over the years. It really reminds me of just how valuable the information we share is and that it truly unlocks amazing experiences. A huge part of that involves leveraging…

Etihad Airways just announced its sixth U.S. destination — and it’s one of America’s busiest East Coast airports. The Gulf carrier on Friday announced it plans to launch service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in the spring of 2026 The nonstop flights between the Southeast hub and Abu Dhabi will get started on May…

Another day, another devaluation. Hilton Honors has raised the price of its highest-end properties to up to 200,000 points per night for a standard room. Previously, Hilton standard award nights topped out at 150,000 points per night. This is the second Hilton Honors devaluation we’ve seen in the past six months, with select properties rising…

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is not only one of the best small-business cards but also one of the best cards for travel rewards in general. Cardmembers pay for all that excellence, though, since it charges a $695 annual fee (see rates and fees). However, despite a plethora of valuable benefits and some…

The all-inclusive resort space can be a little confusing, especially when the resort names don’t carry the same brand power as Park Hyatt or Hyatt Regency. But Hyatt’s all-inclusive portfolio has quietly become one of the best in the world, especially for points-savvy travelers. From romantic adults-only hideaways to fun-for-the-whole-family beachfront escapes, these resorts deliver…

American Airlines AAdvantage’s dynamic pricing has led to some absurdly high award rates on flights operated by American Airlines or American Eagle. It’s not unusual to see transatlantic business-class flights priced over 200,000 miles and even domestic economy flights priced higher than 50,000 miles. However, the positive side of dynamic award pricing is that you…

Home rentals are a popular alternative to hotels, and you may be considering an Airbnb for your next trip. While the topic of the best credit cards for hotel stays gets a lot of attention, it’s a different matter for Airbnb stays. That’s especially true when you consider that hotel chains have their own credit…

Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes is offering 30% off select redemptions for travel in June, and it’s a great way to fly one of the world’s best airlines across the Atlantic. The award-winning airline operates a daily fifth-freedom flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) before continuing on to…