Beginner’s guide to points and miles: How to travel the World for free
Understanding travel rewards can feel like a societal duty, with 35% of Americans hooked on maximizing points and miles. With major changes this year, like Hyatt's partnership with Mr & Mrs Smith and SAS switching alliances, staying informed is crucial. Here's a beginner's guide to earning and redeeming rewards, from setting travel goals to mastering credit card strategies and optimizing redemptions. Sharpen your skills and make the most of your travel rewards with these tips.
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By Ramsey Qubein
The points and miles game may have perpetual appeal, but it changes regularly as its rules and strategies evolve with time. Yet with 35% of the US population admittedly obsessed with maximizing travel rewards, according to a NerdWallet study last year, it might feel like a societal obligation to maintain fluency in this quirky language.
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