by The Frugal Tourist | Aug 31, 2022 | Hotels, Hyatt, Italy
Venice can also be an extremely expensive destination. If you’re not mindful, you can easily spend a fortune on your lodging alone. For those seeking an inexpensive stay in this lovely city using points, I highly recommend the Hyatt Centric Murano Venice. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the reasons why we recommend this hotel, as well as how to book a stay at this property.
by The Frugal Tourist | Aug 20, 2022 | CHASE, MILES & POINTS, Singapore Airlines
Chase Ultimate Rewards Points is one of my favorite flexible travel rewards currencies. Since Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer is a transfer partner of Chase, you can essentially accumulate KrisFlyer miles as a result of earning Chase Ultimate Rewards (UR) points. In this blog post, I will walk you through the steps on how to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program so you can be on your way to your next vacation on points.
by The Frugal Tourist | Aug 1, 2022 | MILES & POINTS
One of the fastest ways to accumulate travel miles and points is to purchase gift cards (Visa Gift Cards or Mastercard Gift Cards) when they go on sale, either at office supply stores or grocery stores, by using travel credit cards. In this blog post, I will list out the various liquidation methods I’ve utilized through the years to convert these gift cards into cash, while simultaneously earning travel points for free flights and hotels.
by The Frugal Tourist | Mar 13, 2022 | Capital One, Hawaii, MILES & POINTS, North America, Redemptions
Hawaii is a bucket-list destination that is popular with both local and foreign tourists alike. However, there is no doubt that embarking on a grand Hawaiian vacation carries the risk of instantly wiping out anyone’s hard-earned savings. Thankfully, it is possible to reduce a significant amount of travel expenses by using miles and points whenever we travel. In this blog post, I will do a deep dive on Capital One points and walk you through several options to fly to Hawaii for nearly free.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 26, 2022 | Europe, Italy, Walking Tour
Milan is a vibrant city full of culture, art, fashion, and history. It’s no wonder that it has become one of the hottest tourist destinations in Europe! With its stunning architecture and beautiful scenery, Milan offers something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to explore the city’s historic sites or shop at designer boutiques, there are plenty of free things to do and see in Milan.
From strolling through picturesque parks to visiting awe-inspiring churches without paying admission fees, here are some of the top free activities in this amazing Italian city. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip today!