by The Frugal Tourist | Oct 30, 2022 | American Express, Rakuten
Rakuten is a shopping portal that allows consumers to earn extra cashback or travel points for every purchase. These rewards can add up quickly and help get us closer to our dream vacation on points or cash! Since most of us love to redeem our points for nearly free travel, I set up my Rakuten account to receive American Express Membership Rewards points that I can use for discounted flights. In this blog post, I will walk you through the steps on how to set up your Rakuten account to earn American Express Membership Rewards so you can be on your way to your next bucket-list destination.
by The Frugal Tourist | Oct 29, 2022 | American Airlines, Barclays, MILES & POINTS
Many individuals who recently applied for the AA Aviator World Elite Business Mastercard from Barclays are reporting that they are missing their $95 statement credit, which is earned after meeting the minimum spend requirement.
If it has been a few months since you met your spending requirement and you still don't see a credit of $95, then there's a good chance you are one of those affected. In this blog post, I will walk you through the steps on how to request for that credit via Secure Message or Twitter. Read along!
by The Frugal Tourist | Oct 26, 2022 | CHASE, Southwest
Chase Ultimate Rewards Points is one of my favorite flexible travel rewards currencies. Since Southwest Airlines is a transfer partner of Chase, you can essentially accumulate Southwest Rapid Rewards 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 Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards program so you can be on your way to your next vacation on points.
by The Frugal Tourist | Oct 16, 2022 | American Express, Travel, United
Since some credit cards provide travel credits that expire within a year, depositing money in United’s travel bank is a viable option to utilize those credits so they won’t go to waste. Funds diverted in United’s travel bank have a 5-year lifespan so it offers some level of longevity and a whole lot of flexibility, especially that travel is not expected to pick up again anytime soon. In this blog post, I will walk you through the steps on how to fund and use United's Travel Bank.
by The Frugal Tourist | Oct 6, 2022 | MILES & POINTS, POINTS ACCUMULATION
Staples is back with its FEE-FREE Visa Gift Card promotion that can be optimized to earn a lot of Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for free travel and hotel stays.
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 26, 2022 | CHASE
Sapphire cards are some of the most popular travel rewards cards on the market. They offer generous sign-up bonuses, as well as a variety of other benefits. If you’re thinking about applying for one of these cards, there are some things you should know first. Chase will not approve your application for a Chase Sapphire Card if you currently have another Sapphire card open. Therefore, you can not apply for a Chase Sapphire Reserve or Sapphire Preferred if you already own a Sapphire card. This blog post will go over my recommended strategies for applying for a Chase Sapphire Card when you have another Sapphire card open. We will also go over Chase Sapphire application rules and eligibility requirements so that you can increase your chances of getting approved.
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 26, 2022 | Hyatt, MGM
If you have World of Hyatt elite status, you may be wondering how to status match your Hyatt status to MGM Rewards and take advantage of lucrative MGM elite benefits before your next trip to Las Vegas. This guide will walk you through the steps necessary to match your World of Hyatt status to MGM Rewards. Once you have completed the process, you will enjoy various MGM status benefits, such as waived valet parking charges and waived resort fees!
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 25, 2022 | CHASE
Knowing where to begin when you have a question about your credit card might be challenging. Should you look up the answer on google call the bank, or stop by a branch. Fortunately, you have several options available to connect with your bank. One of the most secure and convenient ways is through the messaging center. In this blog post, I will go over the steps on how to send a secure message to Chase bank.
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 25, 2022 | CHASE
The Chase Sapphire Preferred and the Chase Sapphire Reserve are two of the most popular travel rewards cards on the market. They offer generous sign-up bonuses, as well as a variety of other benefits. If you're thinking about applying for one of these cards, there are some things you should know first. In this blog post, we will go over the application rules and eligibility requirements so that you can increase your chances of being approved.
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 19, 2022 | 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 and show why it is one of the best perks of being a Globalist member.
by The Frugal Tourist | Sep 18, 2022 | Hotels, Hyatt, MILES & POINTS
Do you love staying at Hyatt hotels but hate the high price tags? Did you know that you can stay at any Hyatt hotel for free using points earned from travel credit cards? It's true! Whether staying at inexpensive Hyatt Place hotels in the middle of nowhere or luxurious Park Hyatts in posh European cities, it is possible to stay at Hyatt properties without shelling a single penny. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get free nights at Hyatt hotels and some of the best travel credit cards to help you do so. So whether you are planning a vacation or just need a place to stay for a business trip, read on to learn how to take advantage of these great cards!
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 18, 2022 | Credit Cards, Singapore Airlines
If you're looking for a way to rack up some Singapore KrisFlyer miles, you're in luck! There are many different ways to earn KrisFlyer miles through credit cards.This blog post will discuss the best methods for earning KrisFlyer miles through credit card rewards. We will also provide a list of the best credit cards for earning Singapore KrisFlyer miles. So, whether you're just getting started with collecting KrisFlyer miles or looking for a new credit card to help boost your earnings, this blog post is for you.
