by The Frugal Tourist | Nov 27, 2024 | MILES & POINTS, POINTS ACCUMULATION, Travel Tips
While being a homeowner has its many rewards, it also has some costly downsides. One of the major contributors to this financial burden is having to pay property taxes annually. Sadly, there is no way to get around this hefty bill unless you are a renter or luckily living for free with family or with a partner. Thankfully, I have stumbled upon a strategy that effectively softens the financial impact of this expense. This technique involves applying for 2-3 credit cards right before property tax season in order to generate generous sign up bonuses that can be redeemed for free flights. In this blog post, I outline the steps on how you can employ this strategy yourself.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 19, 2024 | Hotels, Hyatt
Globalist is the World of Hyatt’s top elite status and has many incredible benefits. From complimentary breakfast to suite upgrades when available, Globalist status makes travel easier and more enjoyable. One of my favorite Globalist perks is the Guest of Honor Program. So what exactly is so great about this benefit? In this blog post, we will discuss the Guest of Honor benefit in detail.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 22, 2024 | Travel Tips
In this post, I’m going to talk about why a zero-fee ATM card is a game-changer when you’re traveling the world. I’ve been using the Charles Schwab Debit Card along with their awesome Brokerage Checking Account, and let me tell you, it’s been a lifesaver. The best part? No maintenance fees and no worries about keeping a minimum balance. Plus, they cover all your ATM fees from anywhere in the world at the end of each month. It’s an amazing card that’s got your back for all your travel needs.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 12, 2024 | MILES & POINTS, PayPal
PayPal’s new Bill Pay feature offers a convenient way to pay bills and utilities with a credit card, no added fees involved. It presents an excellent opportunity to earn cash back or travel rewards by utilizing your credit cards for PayPal Bill Pay. Any credit card that can be linked to your PayPal account can be used for this purpose. In this blog post, we will guide you on how to set up PayPal Bill Pay and leverage its benefits to maximize your travel rewards or cash back.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 8, 2024 | Hilton, Hotels
In this blog article, I’ll walk you through the steps on how to transfer your Hilton Honor points to another member for free. Also, we will go over the steps on how to initiate Hilton’s points pooling program so that big groups can combine points that can be redeemed for unforgettable Hilton redemptions.
