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Europe Stacy Mantellini 4/18/25 Europe Stacy Mantellini 4/18/25

4 Days in the Dolomites: The Ultimate Itinerary (Where to Stay, What to See & Travel Tips)

As the world gears up for the 2026 Winter Olympics, all eyes turn to the Dolomites—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this guide, we’ll help you navigate the best towns to visit and the sights that made the top of our list so you can make the most of your adventure in the Italian Alps.

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Travel Tips, Europe Stacy Mantellini 3/30/25 Travel Tips, Europe Stacy Mantellini 3/30/25

Train Travel in Italy for Beginners (2026): How to Use Trenitalia & Italo Like a Pro

Are you stressing taking trains in Italy? I’ve compiled all my favorite tips from: how to book tickets, which train station do I go to? How do I find my train and many other tips we’ve learned along the way in this guide to train travel in Italy.

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Chase Ultimate Reward Points Stacy Mantellini 3/26/25 Chase Ultimate Reward Points Stacy Mantellini 3/26/25

(2026) CHASE SAPPHIRE PREFERRED® CREDIT CARD -75K sign up points!

Chase just turned up the heat with an increased 75,000-point sign-up bonus on the Sapphire Preferred® card. In this post, I break down what this offer means, how to qualify, and how to maximize those points for flights, hotels, and more. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to apply, this could be it.

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Verona Stacy Mantellini 2/14/25 Verona Stacy Mantellini 2/14/25

HOW TO SPEND TWO DAYS IN VERONA ITALY - the perfect verona itinerary

Are you thinking about adding Verona to your Italy itinerary? Located halfway between Milan and Venice there are many reasons why Verona deserves a stop. Here’s how we spent two days exploring this ancient city. From Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to an arena older than the Roman Colosseum.

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Stacy Mantellini 2/13/25 Stacy Mantellini 2/13/25

HOW TO GET A free HOTEL ROOM UPGRADE (BONUS FREEbie: HOTEL room UPGRADE EMAIL TEMPLATE)

Want to know how to get upgraded for free on your next hotel stay? It’s easy - just ask! Here are my best tips on how we get upgraded time and time again (without having hotel status) and my free hotel upgrade email template!

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Travel Tips Stacy Mantellini 9/10/24 Travel Tips Stacy Mantellini 9/10/24

TSA PRECHECK VS GLOBAL ENTRY - AND HOW TO SKIP THE SECURITY LINE AT THE AIRPORT FOR FREE

Everything you need to know about how to skip the TSA security line at the airport. Including free skip the line programs and how to get TSA PreCheck for free!

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Europe Stacy Mantellini 9/4/24 Europe Stacy Mantellini 9/4/24

The Ultimate 4 Day Amalfi Coast Itinerary (From Naples + Where to Stay)

Planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast? Payton and I spent four days on the Amalfi Coast this summer. We visited Capri, Positano and Amalfi. I'm sharing every detail with you including what to see, how to get around and how we used points to stay for free.

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Miles and Points 101 Stacy Mantellini 8/24/24 Miles and Points 101 Stacy Mantellini 8/24/24

BANK CREDIT CARD APPLICATION RULES

Before you apply for your first card (or your next card) you first need to have a basic understanding about bank application rules. These are rules that dictate which cards and welcome bonuses we are eligible for or likely to be approved for. 


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Travel Tips Stacy Mantellini 8/12/24 Travel Tips Stacy Mantellini 8/12/24

International Travel Checklist: What to Do Before Traveling Abroad(2026)

Preparing for an international trip goes far beyond booking flights and hotels. This pre-travel checklist covers the most important things to do before you leave; from passports and visas to credit cards, phone plans, and airport prep so you can travel internationally with less stress and fewer surprises.

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