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Elite status can do wonders in the travel world. It can put you at the front of the plane, get you a more spacious room, unlock airport or hotel lounge access, provide free breakfast, help you save on fees, open up better customer service and much more. However, these lucrative perks typically come at a …

Summer’s right around the corner, and the prospect of travel is looking much more optimistic than it did a year ago. With the European Union finally agreeing to open borders to vaccinated travelers, you may be able to visit some of your favorite countries sooner than you expected. New to The Points Guy? Sign up …

After planning to lift most travel restrictions related to COVID-19 by June 1, Malta is now looking at ways to revive its tourism industry. In light of doing that, Malta plans to offer incoming tourists a handout of up to $238 when they book a local hotel through the hotel website for a minimum of …

Use your Capital One Venture miles to stay at these 10 stunning Airbnb homes Stella Shon © Provided by The Points Guy Take a break from the world in this fantastic retreat. (Photo courtesy of Airbnb) MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. When it comes to lodging, some travelers are points maximizers, looking for the best value on suites at luxury resorts. Others (like...

Feeling anxious about your first trip? Try these 6 expert hacks Melanie Lieberman © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. For some people, travel can cause a lot of anxiety, even under normal circumstances. Before the coronavirus pandemic, more than 55% of people who had flown recently said air travel was more stressful than going to work. An...

Global Entry vs TSA PreCheck: Which is better? Katie Genter © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. Editor’s note: This article has been updated with the latest information. A while back, my mother-in-law signed up for a new credit card. As she was reading through the materials that came with her new card, she discovered her card offers a T...

What is IHG Rewards elite status worth in 2021? Nick Ewen © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. When it comes to getting the most out of your travel experiences, hotel elite status plays a key role. Having status ensures guaranteed perks like free breakfast a...

14 things you should do before every cruise Gene Sloan © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. You’ve booked your cruise. You’ve booked your flights. You’ve booked your pre- and post-cruise hotels. Now, it’s just a matter of counting the days until your watery adventure begins, right? Well, not quite. There are many (mostly) little th...

My safest mid-pandemic trip yet: A stay at Winvian Farm in Connecticut Zach Griff © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. This year, the holidays looked a lot different. Instead of redeeming points for a beach vacation in the Caribbean, my family and I stayed much closer to home. My future in-laws are avoiding flying during the pandemic, so o...

Fly business class to Europe for just 34,000 points in late 2021 with wide-open award space Andrew Kunesh © Provided by The Points Guy MSN has partnered with The Points Guy for our coverage of credit card products. MSN and The Points Guy may receive a commission from card issuers. Let me let you in on a points-and-miles secret: Iberia business class is one of the best deals in the sky. You can book a one-way ticket from Boston (BOS), Chicago-O’Hare (ORD) or New York-JFK to ...