I've traveled extensively for over 25 years and wanted to help people to learn to travel for free or reduced cost. The attached guide covers the topics below and is updated monthly.
Link to online guide (google doc). For phone: Recommend to install Google Docs for better viewing
Tables in the other pages on this site are included in the document and easier to view in the document (mobile)
Updated April 2025
Credit Card point strategies to match with anticipated travel plans
Terminology for traveling and points utilization
Airline and Hotel Alliances and how to use for maximum benefit
Flexibility of point systems to save money and manage travel
Hotel and Airline program enhancements and upgrades without frequent travel
Improvement in airport experiences with TSA and Lounges
Private guides and tour sites to enhance your trip without breaking the bank
Passports and Visas
Transit systems and getting around
Ideas on entertainment and shopping that are relevant to the area
Example travel itineraries and points for different Airline and Hotel systems
Sign on bonus per month for different cards
Transferring of points and Airline / Hotel vs. Card Matrix and ratios