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At Thrifty Traveler, our goal is clear: travel doesn't have to break the bank. We help you discover affordable flight deals, maximize your credit card points and airline miles, and employ effective money-saving techniques. With our guidance, anyone can explore the globe without spending a fortune. We are dedicated to helping you travel more while spending less.

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How Long Will the 100K Chase Sapphire Preferred® Bonus Last?

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

In the world of points and miles, few credit card bonuses have made waves quite like this one: The *chase sapphire preferred* is currently offering a 100,000-point bonus after spending $5,000 in the first three months. Plenty of travelers have jumped on this huge offer already – and for good reason: It's the first 100,000-point bonus we've seen on this go-to travel card in almost four years, dwarfing the card's standard 60,000-point bonus.
New Chase Offer: Get $100 Off Away Luggage with a $400+ Purchase

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati

Are you in the market for a new piece of luggage and have a Chase Sapphire card in your wallet? You'll want to check your Chase Offers … there's a great new deal you won't want to miss. Now through May 21, select Chase cardholders can get $100 back at Away when you add this offer to your card and spend $400 or more (including taxes and after any other discounts).
Massive: Is Google Flights is Finally Rolling Out a Basic Economy Filter?

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Kyle Potter |Gunnar Olson |Jackson Newman

Google Fights is far and away the most powerful search platforms for cheap flights, bar none. And the company just made it even better, answering our prayers (and yours) with one of the most requested features. On Tuesday, some members of the Thrifty Traveler team suddenly started seeing the ability to filter out pesky basic economy fares. Google appears to be testing this latest-and-greatest new feature, so not every user will see it.
American Will Offer Free Inflight Wi-Fi by 2026

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Kyle Potter |Jackson Newman

American Airlines will offer fast, free Wi-Fi across nearly all its fleet, the Dallas-based carrier announced on Tuesday morning, finally matching Delta and United in offering passengers free inflight connectivity. The airline said free Wi-Fi will roll out starting in January 2026, eventually offered on more than 90% of its fleet.
A Cool Spot (...That I Caught at the Wrong Time)

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Gunnar Olson |Nick Serati

Travel's all about timing, and although my recent off-season stay at the Thompson Madrid wasn't particularly well-timed, I still loved the stylish hotel and would love to stay again under different conditions. Despite a seasonal closure of the rooftop pool and some construction in the plaza outside the front door, the Thompson Madrid offered a comfortable, cool stay just steps from the center of Madrid.
Oh, Canada: The Sweet Spot for Scoring Business Class Award Availability

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman |Kyle Potter

Using airline miles isn’t nearly as simple as paying cash for a flight – especially if you’re aiming for the comfy seats up front. Airlines are increasingly throttling prized premium cabin award space for the growing audience of American travelers flush with points, making business class much harder to book…One easy solution? Start your search for long-haul flights from Canada instead, where it's often much easier to find a lie-flat seat bookable with points.
How You Can Earn up to 205K Points with the New Chase Sapphire Preferred® Offer

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati |Kyle Potter

Late last week, Chase rolled out one of the biggest credit card offers we’ve seen in years. It's creating a lot of buzz – for good reason. Right now on the *chase sapphire preferred* you can earn 100,000 points after spending 100,000 points after spending $5,000 on your card in the first three months. A six-digit welcome welcome bonus like that is special for a card with an annual fee of only $95. But you can take things even further.
It's Easier than Ever to Book Biz Class to Europe This Summer

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Gunnar Olson |Kyle Potter

The words “summer trip to Europe” and “cheap” rarely go together – especially if you want to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a business class seat. But this summer could be different … at least if you have points. Americans tend to flock to Europe each and every summer, driving up flight prices and making it difficult – if not impossible – to book that prized lie-flat seat using points and miles.
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card 100K Referral Links Are Now Live!

2 weeks ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati |Kyle Potter

Almost a week after rolling out the massive new 100,000-point offer on the fan-favorite *chase sapphire preferred*, referral links to share with friends and family now reflect that bigger bonus. And that's a huge opportunity for both longtime cardholders and brand-new applicants alike. For days following last week's big news, those personal referral links were still showing the standard offer of 60,000 points for spending $4,000 in the first three months.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 5: The 10 Commandments of Points & Miles

2 weeks ago | thriftytraveler.com | Gunnar Olson

Gunnar and Kyle go back to basics on the pod: It’s not the Five D’s of Dodgeball, it’s the 10 Commandments of Points and Miles!Whether you’re just getting started with travel rewards or consider yourself a pro, this (only slightly irreverent) list can help you take things to the next level with your points. The guys also break down a troubling trend in frequent flyer programs … and Kyle roasts Gunnar for his clothes.