So much of our lifestyle is predicated on something like spinning a globe, making a phone call and flying halfway around the world on impressively short notice -- say tomorrow (Socotra … [Read more...] about Can’t I Just Show Up? Visa Considerations for Travel Hackers
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Travel Hacking Tips for the Non-Hacker (Part 2)
We're continuing where we left off last week with some tips and tricks for people that want to learn how to travel more savvily, but don't want to spend hours (weeks, years...) researching on … [Read more...] about Travel Hacking Tips for the Non-Hacker (Part 2)
Travel Hacking Tips for the Non-Hacker (Part 1)
This week, I’m taking a break from The Future of Travel Series to do something a little more practical. I had a chance to catch up with a lot of friends over the holidays and invariably the … [Read more...] about Travel Hacking Tips for the Non-Hacker (Part 1)
How to Transfer Marriott Rewards Points Between Accounts
Now that the Marriott acquisition of Starwood is complete, I've spent more time looking into the Marriott Rewards program. One feature that was surprising for me to learn about is the ability to … [Read more...] about How to Transfer Marriott Rewards Points Between Accounts
Join Us for the SF Travel Hacker Holiday Party
Just a short post that we’re holding a holiday party for our fellow travel hackers, readers and community members on December 9th at WeWork Golden Gate in San Francisco (25 Taylor St. - 7th Floor) … [Read more...] about Join Us for the SF Travel Hacker Holiday Party
How to Book Mistake Fares and Other Great Deals
One seeming truth about this hobby is that if a deal is truly amazing, it will not last. You have to act fast, drop whatever you’re doing to get in on a mistake fare or ridiculous fare sale as soon as … [Read more...] about How to Book Mistake Fares and Other Great Deals
How Do Bloggers Learn about Promotions and Program Changes?
Travel blogging is a competitive industry -- and not just among the bloggers. Readers will send in emails, and forum users will publish the latest news in new threads. When people ask me how I learned … [Read more...] about How Do Bloggers Learn about Promotions and Program Changes?
What to Do if Family Don’t Understand Miles and Points
During our monthly travel meetup this week, one reader asked an interesting question: We all love earning and redeeming miles, but family and friends rarely understand the value they represent. At … [Read more...] about What to Do if Family Don’t Understand Miles and Points
Four Ways to Earn Thousands of Extra Miles
When I meet a group of readers I am often asked how I earn most of my miles. My answer is that I buy tickets and fly -- I just try to do it cheaply. Others prefer credit card bonuses, which I also … [Read more...] about Four Ways to Earn Thousands of Extra Miles
Seven Tips for Booking Cheaper Flights
I sometimes think the number one reason people read travel blogs is to find ways to book cheap flights. Even if they aren't the largest expense (hotels are cheaper per night, but probably a larger … [Read more...] about Seven Tips for Booking Cheaper Flights
Scott Mackenzie created Travel Codex to share his tricks for better travel.
