by The Frugal Tourist | Aug 9, 2021 | CHASE, MILES & POINTS
Chase Ultimate Rewards Points is one of my favorite flexible travel rewards currencies that I consistently try to accrue whenever given the opportunity. I have flown on several luxurious cabins and stayed in various expensive hotels around the globe because of Ultimate Rewards. In this blog post, I will guide you through the steps involved in transferring Ultimate Rewards points between Chase credit cards in order to turn cashback points into transferrable points.
by Adam Fortuna | Mar 20, 2021 | Financial Independence
Are you one of the millions of Americans who are currently rethinking their finances? If you want to reset and reevaluate not only your money but what your life will be after the pandemic, there are ways to bring it all into balance without feeling deprived. The pandemic dramatically and immediately changed the speed of our treadmill. You can choose to permanently slow it down and live a more simple life now and in the future. Let’s look at 20 ways to nudge your mindset in a new direction.
by Monica Fish | Mar 20, 2021 | Travel Tips
While 7 out of 8 U.S. timeshares owners are satisfied, one-in-four Americans have trouble paying their bills. In a world of tough choices, a timeshare invoice is probably placed at the bottom of a stack of bills. Do you have an unwanted timeshare? Is the maintenance fee a financial burden? Similar to other commitments, you can’t just walk away from a timeshare company. Here are five ways you can “divorce” your timeshare legally that don’t include paying thousands of dollars of upfront fees to timeshare exit companies or to a timeshare lawyer. Read along.
by The Frugal Tourist | Mar 6, 2021 | North America, San Francisco, USA
Twin Peaks, one of SF’s most iconic tourist attractions, is a must-see on your first trip to this stunning city by the bay. In this blog post, I will map out a walking tour itinerary that is guaranteed to get your heart pumping to its limit. Prepare to tackle numerous stairs along the way and summit two of SF’s most popular hills. Let’s go!
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 28, 2021 | Travel Tips
Travel has been completely jolted because of the unprecedented effects of COVID19. But with the rollout of multiple vaccines that have already started arriving into people’s arms compounded by pandemic fatigue (a.k.a. cabin fever), people have started to gain more confidence in mapping out their vacations in the near future. As such, demand is expected to substantially grow once we are finally out of the woods. In this post, I will go over the top search engines that have consistently generated cheap airfare, so you are guaranteed to get the best bang for your buck when shopping for plane tickets.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 14, 2021 | Flying Blue, Israel, MILES & POINTS, Redemptions
So, I just pulled the trigger and booked a round-trip business class ticket from San Francisco to Tel Aviv during the Christmas holidays. At first, I did not really expect multiple award seats from various airlines to be widely available during the holidays. In this blog post, I’ll go over the steps I took from transferring points to booking with Flying Blue so you would not have to reinvent the wheel in case you want to replicate the process. Total miles: 125,000 Flying Blue Miles.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 8, 2021 | Caribbean, North America, Travel Tips
Consistently recognized as having some of the world’s finest beaches, the Caribbean is considered to be a bucket-list destination for many travelers around the globe. Whether you prefer to be wholly tethered to white-sand beaches or experience an entirely different culture rich in history and tradition, the Caribbean islands have something glorious in store for you. But for the frugal tourist like myself, the expense associated with planning a trip to such a widely-popular destination like the Caribbean can be quite prohibitive. Above all, I do not advocate getting into debt just to make a dream vacation into reality. In this post, I’ll explore several strategies to assist you in mapping out your future Caribbean odyssey so you will not inflict a significant dent in your savings accounts. Let’s dive in!
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 5, 2021 | North America, San Francisco, USA
San Francisco is well-known for its dramatic geographical location and its extensive list of alluring attractions. Unbeknownst to many, San Francisco is also a treasure trove of stellar street art. Mesmerizing murals are strewn all over town, just waiting to be uncovered by many a curious traveler. In this blog post, I will list out my personal choice of the best murals that can be found in San Francisco’s famous Mission District.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 4, 2021 | CHASE, MILES & POINTS
Whether you are new to travel hacking or a seasoned travel points collector, it is critical that you are familiar with how banks approve credit card applications. In fact, your chances for approval improve as you get familiar with each bank’s application rules. Since Chase Bank is one of the most generous purveyors of travel points and miles, it is recommended that you acquaint yourself with Chase’s 5/24 policy. This blog post will walk you through this critical bank rule.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 4, 2021 | Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, South America, TOP 10
South America is one of my favorite continents in the world. My travels across this incredible region have led me to discover so many extraordinary highlights – marvelous towering peaks, iconic lost ancient empires, wondrously scrumptious cuisine, and pristinely lush jungles – splattered everywhere in this spectacularly scenic and geographically-diverse continent. In the past decade, my love affair with this continent made me return at least 8 times, providing me with countless opportunities to travel extensively all over, from its northernmost tip in Colombia to the southernmost region of Patagonia. In this blog post, I count down the personal list of favorite sites in South America.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 4, 2021 | Europe, Italy, Walking Tour
This blog post is the companion walking tour guide of my article on Rome’s Ultimate Top 10 Best Churches to Visit. A free walking tour map is included and can be easily downloaded to your google maps and shared with someone who is interested. After several visits to Rome and to these churches, I assure you that the itinerary I have laid out will not only satisfy your religious spirits but also gratify your cravings for stupendously enchanting artistic masterpieces.
by The Frugal Tourist | Feb 3, 2021 | Financial Independence
Receiving bank bonuses is one of my favorite ways of earning passive income. As a matter of fact, I try to participate in several offers year after year. As a result, the profit I earn immediately gets diverted to either my emergency fund, travel bucket, or retirement accounts. In this blog post, I’ll take a closer look into BBVA’s current bank offers.
by Kristian Borghesan | Feb 2, 2021 | Financial Independence, Side Hustles
2020 was a year like no other. We’re looking forward to leaving the past year behind and having a fresh start in 2021. And there is no better time than the New Year to start making changes in your life and create new financial habits. If you want to change your financial picture, you need to begin by setting realistic financial goals. Whether you’re hoping to increase your retirement savings, set enough money aside for a down payment on a house, or grow your annual income, there’s no better time to start than in a new year. Kristian Borghesan, from Savology.com, shares his tips for a more financially-sound 2021!
by Sam | Feb 1, 2021 | Frugal TIps
If you have a love-hate relationship with shoe shopping, you’re in luck. It’s easier than ever to buy shoes online and save money. No one should sacrifice comfort and the health of their feet to save money. Instead, shop for shoes online and get the lowest prices and the highest quality all-in-one. Sam from HowtoFire.com found the top 12 places to buy designer brands and the latest styles for you and she’ll list them out in this blog post.
