Thrifty Traveler

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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Delta SkyMiles Cardholders Now Get Up to 12 Months of Free Uber One Membership

21 hours ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati

Delta's partnership with Uber is expanding in a big way. Earlier this year, Delta ditched Lyft and launched a new partnership with Uber that allows SkyMiles members to earn miles on rides and through Uber Eats. And it just got even better: Select Delta SkyMiles credit cardholders can now get a statement credit to cover the monthly $9.99 cost of an Uber One membership, for up to 12 months.
Amex is Gutting the Business Platinum's Best Flight-Booking Benefit

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati

American Express has announced that big changes are coming this fall to their flagship travel cards: *amex platinum* and *biz platinum*. But long beforehand, an incredibly valuable travel perk is on the chopping block. American Express is making a significant cut to one of our favorite benefits on the Business Platinum Card, the 35% Pay With Points rebate. Come Sept.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 15: Inside the Travel Influencer Boom, with MaxMilesPoints

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

Gunnar's off surviving new dad life, so Kyle brought our first-ever special guest on the show this week: Max Do – better known as MaxMilesPoints. As one of the biggest and best social media creators covering points and miles, Max is uniquely qualified to explain the rise of travel influencers – both the good and the bad – while sharing his own story of how he left his 9-to-5 job (it involves a $10,000 deal with a hotel brand).
Should You Get (or Upgrade to) the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Now & Lock In a Lower Fee?

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

Chase just pulled back the curtain on a major refresh of its flagship *chase sapphire reserve*, complete with new travel perks, lifestyle credits … and a much steeper annual fee. As travelers digest the news, one big question looms: Should you upgrade (or apply) now – or wait? There’s a narrow window where locking in the Reserve now could save you hundreds in fees during your first year.
Earn 'As High As' 175K Amex Points With The Platinum Card® from American Express

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

Earning 80,000 to 100,000 points from a single travel card welcome offer is tough to beat. But we'll do you one better: How does a 175,00-point welcome offer sound? With the new “as high as” offer on *amex platinum* you might be in luck! Exactly what bonus offer you're eligible for will vary, but you can now earn as high as 175,000 points after spending $8,000 in the first six months.
Chase Unveils New Premium Business Card, the Sapphire Reserve® for Business

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

Chase has officially added a new premium travel card to its lineup – and it's one that small business owners who are points and miles aficionados have been begging for … for years. The new Chase Sapphire Reserve® for Business takes the core benefits of the bank's new-look *chase sapphire reserve* and sprinkles in a long list of perks and business-friendly benefits. It's not available just yet: Applications are expected to open next Monday, June 23. The price tag is steep at $795 a year.
Big: Chase is Tweaking Eligibility Rules for Sapphire Cards, Bonuses

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati

The big news from Chase this week is a revamped *chase sapphire reserve* loaded with new benefits for a higher, $795 annual fee. But a wrinkle in how Chase will handle that relaunch could make that even bigger news for travelers with a Chase card already in their wallet. Chase executives confirmed to Thrifty Traveler last week that it's ending its longstanding “one Sapphire card” limit when the new Reserve card launches next Monday, June 23.
Another Fee Hike is Coming

1 week ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

We've been warning travelers for months, and now American Express is making it official: The bank just announced another major “refresh” is coming for its flagship travel card, *amex platinum* … and *biz platinum*, too. And in the world of credit cards – and especially Amex – the word “refresh” is code for raising annual fees. We'll have to wait a while to see exactly what changes are in store: Amex isn't sharing many details yet – including when the big changes will occur.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 14: Getting Paid to Find Flight Deals, ft. Jon Shallbetter

2 weeks ago | thriftytraveler.com | Jackson Newman

It’s time to talk to the Oz of our Thrifty Traveler Premium flight deal alert service: Jon Shallbetter. On this week's episode, Gunnar and Kyle bring Jon on the show to share how he turned his Google Flights prowess into a career, finding and sending flight deal alerts, his favorite flight deal, worst-ever travel mistake, and more.
A Guide to Earning & Burning (2025)

2 weeks ago | thriftytraveler.com | Nick Serati

Chase Ultimate Rewards points are, without question, one of the most valuable credit card points out there. In our opinion, you can never have enough of them. From booking flights and hotels through Chase Travel℠ to the ability to transfer points directly to airline and hotel partner programs, Chase offers almost unparalleled flexibility and value to travelers looking to use points to fly or stay somewhere free or nearly free.