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Did you know that you can earn American Airlines elite status without flying? 💭 (Partner offer, terms apply!) bit.ly/4igcqB1

Earn American Airlines elite status with a credit card - The Points Guy

You can earn American Airlines elite status by spending on your AAdvantage credit card. Here's everything you need to know about earning status via spending.

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Pet costs can add up, but our furry friends are worth it – and pet store loyalty programs are an easy way to save 🐾 bit.ly/4ew5Kh1

Best pet store rewards programs: Chewy, Petco, PetSmart

We compared Chewy+, Petco Perks and PetSmart Treats Rewards to find the best earning rates, fees and elite tiers to find the best pet rewards program for you.

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A beginner's guide to visiting Sitka, Alaska by cruise ship 🛳️ bit.ly/4yH0NJB

Sitka port guide: How to spend your day ashore - The Points Guy

Sitka, Alaska, is attracting more cruise ships than ever before, so here's what to expect during your visit.

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Amex Gold or Amex Platinum? The best fit for your wallet comes down to your spending and priorities 💳 ✨ Find out which card is right for you ⤵️ bit.ly/4jyeHtF

American Express Gold vs. American Express Platinum

If you're deciding between the Amex Platinum and the Amex Gold, it's a tough choice. Here's a full breakdown of their benefits to help you decide.

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Your guide to Citi ThankYou Rewards ⭐️ bit.ly/4zcIBZy
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Everything to know about American Airlines baggage fees – and how to avoid paying them ✈️ bit.ly/4BjX3Al

American Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them - The Points Guy

Here's what you need to know about the American Airlines baggage policy, including American Airlines baggage weight limits and carry-on guidelines.

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One meal, multiple rewards 🍽️ Here's how to double, triple or even quadruple-dip your dining rewards ⤵️ bit.ly/4i1WMKG

How to stack dining rewards for more points and savings - The Points Guy

Stack credit card rewards with restaurant loyalty programs, reservation rewards and card-linked offers. Here’s how to earn more on every meal.

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Have you ever visited an active volcano? Share your experiences! 🌋
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Which loyalty program benefits do you value most? 🤔 bit.ly/3WJ10OU

Most valuable loyalty program benefits, per TPG survey - The Points Guy

TPG and YouGov surveyed 2,158 U.S. adults about loyalty programs. See which rewards and benefits people value most across seven categories.

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Loyalty programs are available for nearly every purchase we make – but which ones are actually worth your time? Check out TPG's State of Loyalty report for a look into industry trends, the best loyalty program benefits and how far your points, miles and dollars really go these days ⭐️ ⤵️ bit.ly/3Uceyla

State of Loyalty 2026

TPG's inaugural State of Loyalty report: a data-backed look at consumer loyalty, industry trends, the best loyalty program benefits and how far your points, miles and dollars go.

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JetBlue just announced the upgrade policy for its new "BlueFirst" cabin, plus detailed new benefit options for TrueBlue loyalty members ✈️ bit.ly/4zHwjIe

JetBlue rolls out new upgrade policy, TrueBlue perk changes - The Points Guy

JetBlue announced the upgrade policy for its new "BlueFirst" cabin, and detailed new benefit options for TrueBlue loyalty members.

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A rookie travel mistake nearly cost this staffer $4,000 😬 Here's how you can avoid making the same one ⤵️ bit.ly/4yCm9aS

How I fixed a rookie travel mistake that nearly cost me $4,000 - The Points Guy

Even travel experts make mistakes. Here's how forgetting the International Date Line nearly cost me thousands — and how Chase points saved my trip to Fiji.

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Flu season is officially in full swing 🤒 bit.ly/48nwmNh

Flu season: How to avoid getting sick on a plane - The Points Guy

How do you avoid coming down with a bug when traveling? We tapped several experts for their top tips.

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A free coffee after just five visits?! Yes please 🙂‍↕️ ☕️ bit.ly/4zb9blO

Dunkin’ Rewards: How I earned a free coffee in 5 visits - The Points Guy

I earned a free Dunkin’ coffee after five visits by using app bonuses. Here’s how to maximize Dunkin’ Rewards and stack credit card rewards.

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Traveling Alaska by cruise ship? This popular port may be on your itinerary 🛳️ bit.ly/47VF05D

A beginners guide to visiting Ketchikan by cruise ship - The Points Guy

Ketchikan is the southernmost city in Alaska and it offers plenty to see and do.

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These spooky spots will add a little extra chill to your Halloween season 👻 bit.ly/4zNrZHw

The 10 most haunted places in America - The Points Guy

From cursed prisons to eerie hotels, the most haunted places in America will have you jumping at every creaky floorboard and flickering light.

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Just in: Delta confirms Medallion status requirements for 2027 – and it's welcome news for frequent flyers ⭐️ bit.ly/3W4YeU0
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You could be missing out on hundreds of dollars in savings simply because you aren't checking your credit card merchant offers 🤯 bit.ly/3W1ArEt

Everything you need to know about credit card merchant offers - The Points Guy

Compare Amex Offers, Chase Offers and other credit card merchant deals, plus learn how to stack discounts with shopping portals to save even more.

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What's the most beautiful temple you've visited? 🛕
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Everything is bigger in Texas! ✈️ bit.ly/488pkfH

Inside Houston's new United Club, the largest in the US - The Points Guy

Here's a first look look inside Houston's massive new 54,000 square foot United Club at IAH, featuring 800 seats, an outdoor terrace and Texas-inspired food.

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