Monthly Archives: April 2025

Whenever I ask readers what the number one thing holding them back from traveling is, I almost always get the same answer: money. This problem — and how to overcome it — is my most asked question. “Matt, I don’t know how to afford travel. Help!” I have answered this question in a plethora of […]

There are plenty of discounts and benefits available to military members while on active duty. Some are highly advertised, while others are hidden in plain sight. In addition to all the travel perks and discounts offered to those in the military, my favorite perk is the ability to hold some of the best credit cards […]

One of the best ways to earn airline miles is by leveraging shopping portals to earn miles on your everyday spending. All you have to do is click through the portal before you shop or install the browser extension, and you’re on your way to earning points from the comfort of your desk. Most major […]

From the bustling city of Honolulu to the long, winding Hana Highway, Hawaii has something for every traveler. Each Hawaiian island has a unique flair, pristine beaches and stunning natural beauty. Despite Hawaii’s reputation as a pricey tourist destination, there is a way to get to these dreamy islands without breaking the bank — you […]

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you want to take laborious planning and financial guesswork out of your next vacation, booking an all-inclusive resort is a natural choice. At all-inclusive resorts, almost everything is included in the nightly rate, from meals and most drinks to activities […]

Ask any points and miles enthusiast and they’ll tell you welcome offers are one of the most important parts of their game plan. The welcome offers we’ve earned from our cards have helped us book some great trips domestically and abroad. If you’re a frequent Delta flyer, you’re probably eyeing one of its cobranded cards […]

If you’re planning an international trip and trying to pinch pennies, don’t stress too much about your airfare budget. Just plan ahead and study the best times to book. While you can often find great deals year-round thanks to regular flash sales from the biggest airlines, you can’t always rely on the timing. In these […]

Tahiti is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and overwater bungalows, but its relatively remote location can make getting there expensive. This is especially true for parents who are paying for themselves and their children (unless your kids have been saving all their allowance money, I suppose). Air Tahiti Nui, the primary […]

I generally divide my credit card perks into two categories: annual statement credits and lounge access, which I actively try to use to enhance my travel experience, and travel insurance and purchase protection, which I hope to never need but appreciate being able to count on when I do. But if you’re an authorized user […]

If you have upcoming travel to any of IHG’s brands — including Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza, Kimpton, InterContinental and Hotel Indigo — an IHG cobranded card can save you hundreds of dollars year after year. And that’s not even factoring in these juicy welcome bonuses. The business card’s highest-ever bonus will be […]