One of my favorite credit card perks that I’ve used over and over again is the Hyatt free night certificate. It’s pretty easy to get your hands on free night […]
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Author: Steve Smith
Steve is a senior contributor for UponArriving and spends close to 300 nights a year in hotels while traveling the world and trying to eat as much as he can. Steve has spoken at summits like the FBZ Elite Summit in Austin. He holds top-tier elite status with almost every hotel program as a Marriott Ambassador, Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire, and GHA Black. Utilizing credit card points and miles, Steve takes over 100 flights per year while experiencing some of the top first class and business class cabin in the sky.
Barclays Credit Card Application Status: (How to Check, Reconsideration) [2020]
Are you trying to check your Barclays credit card application status? Well, you’re in luck as Barclays makes it easy to check your status with a simple application status checker. […]
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What’s The Best Top Hotel Elite Status? (Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, IHG) [2020]
Achieving hotel elite status is becoming more common with the help of credit cards. However, top tier elite statuses at certain hotel chains are harder to achieve than others, making […]
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Best Hilton Free Weekend Night Certificate Uses and How to Redeem [2020]
Out of all the free night certificates out there, the Hilton free weekend night certificate is by far the best. It’s valuable in terms of being uncapped with restrictions that […]
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Can You Take an Umbrella on a Plane? [2020]
You never know when you might run into rain so it is a good idea to have an umbrella on hand when traveling. However, if you are going to carry-on […]
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Best Marriott Bonvoy Category 5 Luxury Hotels (35,000 Free Night) [2020]
With over 1,120 category 5 properties in the Marriott Bonvoy rewards program, you can easily find a property that is considered a sweet spot, and category 5 properties are currently […]
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11 Best Minimalist Backpacks (Travel, Laptops, & More!) [2020]
I typically stay in hotels for 300 nights a year and keep a very minimalist lifestyle with just a carry-on suitcase and backpack (sometimes a briefcase instead of a backpack). […]
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Spirit Airlines Flight Change and Cancellation Guide [2020]
Spirit Airlines is known as the Ryanair of all the US carriers. It is very à la carte, and that comes in handy when you just want or need something basic. […]
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Best Time of the Year to Visit Greece (Weather, Temperature, & Events) [2020]
Greece is not only known for its spectacularly beautiful islands but also for the culture and traditions of yestercentury. Even outside of the islands you can find some of the […]
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How Many City Blocks Are in a Mile? [2020]
I’ve traveled all around the world to many cities, both large and small, and the difference in city layouts has always interested me. When strolling through cities, I’ve often wondered, […]
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