by The Frugal Tourist Team | May 12, 2024 | American Airlines, MILES & POINTS
If you own an American Airlines business credit card, you may notice changes in how your points are credited to your AAdvantage account. American Airlines now separates miles earned from personal and business credit card charges. This new transfer option lets you share miles with your team or partners at no additional cost. In this blog, I’ll explain how to transfer miles from your American Airlines business cards to your AAdvantage account.
by The Frugal Tourist Team | Mar 22, 2024 | Hyatt
If you’re into collecting points and love saving money like I do, let me tell you how to maximize your point earnings with World of Hyatt promotions. As a perennial favorite of points enthusiasts, the World of Hyatt program has consistently offered exciting promotions for its loyal customers. This blog post will list all of the Hyatt promotions in 2024 so we can all inch closer to staying at fantastic Hyatt properties this year for a considerable discount.
by The Frugal Tourist Team | Mar 17, 2024 | Devaluation, Hyatt
The World of Hyatt program has announced its annual award chart changes, affecting 183 properties. Among these, 137 properties will be subject to devaluation, requiring more World of Hyatt points for free night awards. Conversely, 46 hotels will move to a lower category, reducing the points needed. This blog post will detail the properties changing categories and offer booking recommendations before March 26th, 2024.
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 Team | Jan 23, 2024 | MILES & POINTS
Traveling is an exciting and enriching experience, but it can also be an expensive affair. What if I tell you that there’s a way to travel to stunning destinations without breaking the bank? Yes, it’s possible, and it is through traveling using credit card points. In this blog post, I will walk you through how traveling with miles and points can be a frugal yet adventurous way to explore the world.
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 Team | Jan 21, 2024 | Hotels, Travel Tips
Want to snag a complimentary hotel upgrade for your birthday, honeymoon, or graduation? Check out these free email templates! This blog post lists the secrets on making your requests pop; therefore, boosting your chances of a sweet upgrade. Make your special occasion even more memorable by getting an upgrade through these handy hotel upgrade email templates.
by The Frugal Tourist Team | Jan 20, 2024 | Air France, Flying Blue, KLM, MILES & POINTS
The Flying Blue frequent flier program by Air France/KLM is a game-changer for frugal tourists. Its affordable award seats make it possible for anyone with miles to travel more without breaking the bank. In this blog post, I have guided you through the process of finding the most affordable award seats in the Flying Blue award calendar so you can be on your way to your next bucket-list destination on miles and points.
by The Frugal Tourist Team | Jan 19, 2024 | Aeroplan, Air France, American Express, Capital One, CHASE, Citi Card, Credit Cards, Emirates, Flying Blue, MILES & POINTS, Redemptions
Whether you’re new to travel points and miles or a seasoned points enthusiast, it’s crucial to know the various travel partners your credit cards offer. One of the most effective ways to maximize your credit card points is by transferring them to airline and hotel partners for discounted flights and free hotel stays.
In this blog post, I will outline the airline and hotel partners of the most popular travel rewards credit cards available to travel points and miles fans.
by The Frugal Tourist Team | Jan 18, 2024 | Antarctica, Bucket List
Antarctica isn’t just a destination for the wealthy seeking exclusive experiences—it’s also accessible to the savvy, budget-conscious explorer. In this blog post, I will share valuable tips, tricks, and insider knowledge on how you can travel to Antarctica, making this dream adventure a reality. Join me as we delve into the mesmerizing landscapes, encounter unique wildlife, and discover the wonders of the icy continent. Is Antarctica on your bucket list? Let’s make it happen together!
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.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 7, 2024 | Europe, portugal
Welcome to Porto, the charming city known for its colorful buildings, delicious food, and port wine. But what do you do when the rain starts pouring down? Don’t let a little rain dampen your spirits or ruin your travel plans. In this blog, I’ll share my favorite spots in Porto for rainy days and give you a one-day plan for when the forecast looks gloomy.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 6, 2024 | 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.
