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Each week, we handpick the best real-time flight and hotel deals, uncover hidden travel gems, and share insider strategies to help you travel smarter, longer, and in style — without breaking the bank.

From 5-star getaways under $500 to point hacks that unlock $1,000 stays for free, our newsletter is built for modern travelers who want more adventure for less money.

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Weekly Insider April 26, 2025: Best Flight Deals You Can Still Book for Summer 2025

Your passport to luxury travel on a budget. Welcome to this week’s issue! We’ve handpicked the best flight deals, travel hacks, hotel savings, and point-maximizing tips to help you explore smarter. Let’s dive in. 1. Travel Hack 1. Travel Hack — Stream K-Dramas Anywhere Hotel TV rarely has your shows. Instead, I pack a Fire TV Stick 4K and pair it with NordVPN to unlock Netflix Korea and Disney+ originals wherever I am. Fire TV Stick 4K — 4 K streaming, Alexa Voice Remote, over 490 k ★4.7 reviews. NordVPN — masks your location, secures hotel Wi-Fi, and unblocks regional content in seconds. Setup takes under 5 minutes: plug the stick into the TV’s HDMI, connect to Wi-Fi through NordVPN’s secured network, open Netflix, and cue the next K-drama binge. Works great for flights too—download episodes to the Fire TV or your phone before you board. Try it on your next trip: grab the Fire TV Stick 4K here and secure your stream with NordVPN. No more geo-blocks, no more hotel-channel boredom. Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission if you purchase through these links—at no extra cost to you. 2. Handpicked Flight Deals Here are seven flight deals under $250

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eTravelogs Weekly Insider – April 12, 2025: My Real-World Business Class Booking Strategy

Your passport to luxury travel on a budget. Welcome to this week’s issue! We’ve uncovered top travel hacks, incredible flight deals, and unbeatable hotel discounts to help you experience luxury travel on a budget. 1. Travel Hack How I’m Using My Points to Book a $4,000 Europe Trip for Two—Almost Free I’ve been planning a fall trip to Europe, and here’s exactly how I’m using my points and credits to turn it into a business-class getaway worth over $4,000—while paying next to nothing out of pocket. Goal: Round-trip Business Class flights to Europe + 7-night hotel stayFor: 2 peopleTravel Window: Mid-September to mid-November Flights: Hotels: Travel Credits: Total Cash Out-of-Pocket: $250–$400Total Value Extracted: $4,000+ Real-world tip: Use your points where you get the highest cent-per-point value. This trip is worth 2.5–3¢/point, compared to just 1¢ if redeemed through a travel portal. 2. Handpicked Flight Deals ​Here are seven flight deals under $250 — updated weekly. These prices are real, current, and available at time of publishing. Tap to book: Please note: Prices and availability are subject to change. Deals were verified within the past 24 hours. 3. Featured Hotel Deals (Over 54% Off) Discover unbeatable member-exclusive discounts on top-rated hotels.

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eTravelogs Weekly Insider March 29, 2025: Luxury Travel Deals Await!

Welcome to your first edition of the eTravelogs Weekly Insider! Each week, we uncover luxury travel secrets to elevate your travel experiences without breaking your budget. 1. Exclusive Flight Deals We’ve found some incredible flight deals this week to help you reach popular destinations at unbeatable prices. Check out our handpicked selections below (Prices checked within the last 24 hours; prices and availability may change): Disclaimer: Prices and availability may change. Deals were verified within the past 24 hours. 2. Featured Hotel Deals (Over 68% off) Exclusive Hotel Deals Discover unbeatable member-exclusive discounts on top-rated hotels. Here are our top picks, sorted by highest percentage savings: Please note: Prices and availability are subject to change. Deals were verified within the past 24 hours. 3. Flash Deal – Marriott Stays (Ends Soon!) Stretch Your Marriott Stays with Chase or Cash Looking for a luxury escape without the luxury price tag? This is your moment. Chase 50% Bonus to Marriott BonvoyFrom now through March 31, 2025, transfer your Chase Ultimate Rewards® points to Marriott Bonvoy® and get a 50% bonus — that means 1 Ultimate Rewards point = 1.5 Marriott Bonvoy points. Don’t have a Chase card? No problem. Buy Marriott Points

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