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This is true of so many things in life - sometimes

This is true of so many things in life - sometimes keeping it simple is the best way to continue to truly enjoy life’s perks when we have access to them.....#deinfluencing #deinfluencingtravel #budgettravel #familytravel #pointsandmiles #travelhacking

It might be tempting to sign up for a credit card

It might be tempting to sign up for a credit card when the flight attendants make the announcement about it on a flight, but it’s usually not a great idea. Chances are that you can get a better deal if you wait til you’re back on the ground. Most banks, like Capital One or the “blue bank,” tend to have pretty standard across-the-board offers, but AmEx offers can vary, and airline card offers can be significantly different!And as always, use an application link from a friend, family member or favorite creator so that those folks benefit from getting extra points when you’re approved. ....#travelhacking #travelhacks #budgettravel #pointsandmiles #airlinepoints #airlinemiles #airlinecreditcards #creditcards

What I spent for my husband, daughter and myself f

What I spent for my husband, daughter and myself for two weeks in Thailand (mostly Bangkok and Koh Samui)!These amounts do NOT include hotels, which cost us an average of about $75 a day when we weren’t using points. Since lodging is inexpensive in Thailand, we chose to mainly pay cash instead of using points. Our flights were bought with Singapore Airlines points, which I transferred from AmEx and Capital One. We paid $177 total in taxes and fees for all three tickets, round trip. I will go back to Thailand in a heartbeat, especially since the most expensive part of the trip - the airfare - can so easily be covered with points......#budgettravel #visitthailand #thailandtravel #familytravelthailand #familytravel #travelhack #travelhacking #travelbudget #whatispent

Here’s how much my six day solo trip to London c

Here’s how much my six day solo trip to London cost. Definitely the least I’ve EVER spent to visit the UK!Many museums in London are free, but if it’s your first visit, budget for entrance to sites like the Tower of London. This is my fifth visit to London, so I skipped the expensive sites - that definitely contributed to my low out of pocket costs. I use an app called Trail Wallet to track my expenses while traveling and I really like it. EDIT: Turns out Trail Wallet is no longer available! Try TravelSpend for a similar app. ....#budgettravel #visitlondon #cheaplondon #londononabudget #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmiles #creditcardpoints #london #britain

Beyoncé is going on tour, and Citi is the credit

Beyoncé is going on tour, and Citi is the credit card partner for the event. So should you get a Citi card to increase your chances of getting Beyoncé tickets?Maybe not. Remember when Taylor Swift tickets went on sale and people were opening Capital One cards for the “exclusive” pre-sale? Well, that didn’t turn out too well. There are great reasons to open a Citi card, particularly if you are looking to book travel for the Renaissance tour. But make sure it fits into your overall points and miles strategy - because the likelihood that it will give you an advantage may be slim....#beyonce #renaissancetour #beyoncetickets #citi #citipresale #beyoncepresale #budgettravel #pointsandmiles #creditcards

🇬🇧 This wonderful solo week in London only c

🇬🇧 This wonderful solo week in London only cost me a little over $1,000 out of pocket - including flights, hotel, food, theatre and shopping. Follow to learn how I did it, including an upcoming breakdown of my costs. ....#london #visitlondon #cheaplondon #londonbudgettips #londononabudget #budgetlondon #cheaptravel #budgettravel #travelhacking #pointsandmiles #solotravel

Britain is a lovely country with wonderful people

Britain is a lovely country with wonderful people - but if you’re going to visit, it’s important that you understand how Britain’s brutal history of colonialism created the country you see today. Perhaps nowhere in London better encapsulates this than the British Museum. The people of the cultures from which these objects were taken have been fighting to get them back for a long, long time. The people of Rapa Nui have even offered to send the British Museum a replica of the stone roai that Britain stole, but the museum refuses. You don’t need to completely avoid the British Museum if you visit London, but to be a responsible visitor you should listen to the voices of those who have been harmed by the theft of these objects and continued refusal of the museum to give them back. I highly recommend listening to the podcast Stuff the British Stole by @marcfennell ....#britishmuseum #stuffthebritishstole #beninbronzes #elginmarbles #elginmarblesreturntogreece #rapanui #visitlondon #londonmuseums

You better believe I stretched out on that bad boy

You better believe I stretched out on that bad boy and took an unrefreshing nap. ....#airplane #flight #americanairlines #economyclass #flying #budgettravel #travel

Dreaming of a trip to Ireland? Here are 5 mistakes

Dreaming of a trip to Ireland? Here are 5 mistakes that I often see Americans making when they travel to Ireland. Are you planning a trip this year? Looking to save thousands on flights and hotels? Get your free 10-page, step-by-step guide to travel hacking at the link in my bio...... #ireland #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits #familytravel #visitireland #dublin #visitdublin

There are so many ways to use your points that it

There are so many ways to use your points that it can be tricky to know which way is best. Today I'm defining "travel portal" for you. Be sure to check out the second-to-last slide to find out if you should be using your points on your bank's travel page or not!Want to learn more travel hacking basics? Get your free 10-page, step-by-step guide to travel hacking at the link in my bio...... #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits #familytravel

New to travel hacking and wondering which card to

New to travel hacking and wondering which card to start with? These three cards are my picks if you’re just starting out. They offer points that are easy to earn and easy to use!Be sure to check my Starter Card highlight for the link to my top pick for a beginner card - I can’t talk about it on Instagram!..... #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits #familytravel

Answering a question about the Citi Premier that I

Answering a question about the Citi Premier that I’ve gotten from a couple folks…

What's an "authorized user?" Should you add one to

What's an "authorized user?" Should you add one to your card? (Spoiler alert: probably not!)Got questions about adding your spouse or partner to your credit card account? Drop them in the comments below....... #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits #familytravel

Want to start travel hacking in 2023? It’s not a

Want to start travel hacking in 2023? It’s not as complicated as it might seem. There are three basic steps to it. Of course, there’s more to know for each step, so be sure to follow @travelhacking101 and some of my fellow points & miles creators to learn more. If you’re ready to get started, download the free 10-page guide to travel hacking at the link in my bio. ....#budgettravel #travelhacks #travelhacking #familytravel #solotravel #seniortravel #creditcards #pointsandmiles #savemoney #cheaptravel

I’m so excited for the travel plans I have comin

I’m so excited for the travel plans I have coming up in 2023. It’s going to be a great year. Share your resolutions in the comments below!....#2023 #newyear #resolutions #nye #travelmore #budgettravel #pointsandmiles #travelhacking

🎉 #ad If you're planning on using rideshare thi

🎉 #ad If you're planning on using rideshare this holiday season (and if you're going out for New Year's Eve, you should), then you are going to love this amazing stacking deal.On December 22, join me on @fluzapp for the Uber Fluz Party from 2-8 pm EST. When you purchase an Uber gift card at the party, you'll automatically get 10% back. And when everyone's spend reaches $7,500, your cashback will increase to 15%. (Max spend of $50). Use the link in my bio to download the Fluz app and RSVP - spots are limited!@fluzapp is a cashback app that's different than the ones you've probably tried before, and my favorite thing about it is how easy it is to stack rewards. With Fluz, instead of buying an item through the app, you'll buy a gift card to the store you're shopping at, and instantly get cashback on the gift card.So you can click through TopCashback or the American Airlines portal for a purchase, and once you know the total, click back over to Fluz and purchase a gift card with your points-earning credit card for that amount. Click back over the store, pay with the gift card, and boom - you've earned portal credit, points on your card, AND cashback with Fluz!Plus, Fluz offers these limited-time parties, like the Uber Party on December 22, where you can get an even bigger boost on your cash back. But spots are limited, so use the link in my bio to download @fluzapp and RSVP!.....#sponsored #uber #getcashback #goingout #holidayseason #cashbackapp #fluzapp #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits

What's considered a "premium card?" And is it wort

What's considered a "premium card?" And is it worth it to pay a high annual fee on a credit card?Today's travel hacking term definition is "premium card" - and as with so much when it comes to credit cards, the question of value is going to depend on your personal situation. Check out my suggestion for a resource on how to determine whether these cards are right for you!Not sure what card to get next? I offer weekly, free credit card consultations. Keep your eye on my stories for your chance to sign up...... #budgettravel #travelonabudget #pointsandmiles #travel #travelhacking #travelhacks #pointsandmileslife #creditcardbenefits #familytravel

🇬🇧 I’m finally getting started planning my

🇬🇧 I’m finally getting started planning my five night trip to London in earnest. This is a solo trip, which I haven’t done in a while! The main reason I’m going to see the National Theatre’s production of “The Lehman Trilogy.” I feel very privileged to have the opportunity to see this show, and I would not have been able to afford it without points and miles!I plan to cover my experiences traveling solo as a woman, as well as options for low- or no-cost cultural activities in the city. What else would you like to learn about travel hacking London?....#londontravel #britaintravel #visitlondon #londonbudgettips #budgettravel #londononashoestring #london2023 #pointsandmiles #creditcardpoints

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