The secret about Global Entry is officially out. It’s one of the most powerful tools to get through the airport faster – to skip through security thanks to a TSA […]
CLEAR Now Available at Over 55 Airports as It Expands to Smaller Cities
Having CLEAR can get you through airport security faster, but unlike TSA PreCheck, it isn’t available at every airport. Yet you’ll increasingly find these kiosks at airports big and small […]
Save Even More on Your Car Rental with Turo Amex Offer
Turo is one of our favorite rental car platforms – think of it like the Airbnb of cars – often saving hundreds compared to the big chains. And this Amex […]
You Can Pay Your Taxes with a Credit Card: Here’s What You Need to Know
There’s nothing more certain in life than death and taxes. It hurts to see how much you could have made before taxes are taken out, especially compared to how much […]
9 Great Ways to Book Business Class to Europe for Fewer Points & Miles
We’ve all been there: Dreaming of flying business class across the Atlantic only to start searching and see sky-high rates of 200,000 miles, 300,000 miles each way per person … […]
Spain Under $495 RT, Biz Class to Portugal & Our Other Best Deals This Week
Flight prices can seem out of control and even finding ways to use your points and miles can be a challenge. But there are still amazing deals out there if you […]
Booking Backup Flights? Why Delta & Southwest Are Best
Between the ongoing grounding of certain Boeing 737 Max jets and the usual winter travel woes, travelers are understandably on edge about flight delays and cancellations. Booking a last-minute flight […]
Buzzy, But Not Too Busy: Seattle (SEA) Centurion Lounge Review
The Seattle (SEA) Centurion Lounge is all grown up – and easily one of the best lounges in American Express’ network. Following a relocation and a renovation, Seattle’s new flagship […]
Last-Minute Flights: How to Score Cheap(er) Fares on Short Notice
It pays to plan ahead: The days of scoring deals on last-minute flights are long gone. These days, airlines know who is buying flights just before departure, and they make […]
Want to Get a Global Entry Interview Faster? Try This New Service
Editor’s note: Global Entry Spotter gave Thrifty Traveler a free trial of its service without any promise or expectation of coverage. We were so impressed that we decided we had […]
What are the Cheapest Days of the Week to Fly in 2024?
In the endless pursuit of cheap flights, too many travelers focus on the day they book their flights. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday to any old Tuesday, there is […]
Chase Opens Sapphire Lounge at LaGuardia (& Another One is On the Way)
Nearly eight months to the day since its first U.S. lounge opened up in Boston (BOS), Chase is adding a second location in the states to its roster. And a […]