Ben Smithson is a Senior Writer at Travel and Loyalty. He specializes in finance, personal finance, and the travel industry, covering topics such as commercial and private airlines, hotel chains, and tourism trends. His work has been featured in The Points Guy UK, The Points Guy, Newswav, and MSN.
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Ben Smithson's articles predominantly cover travel-related content, focusing on airline loyalty programs, travel rewards, and flight reviews. His pieces often consist of reviews, how-to guides, and promotional deals in the travel and personal finance space.
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By: Ben Smithson
If you plan on transferring your credit card points to to book the airline's for family and friends, the program has just introduced two new restrictions you should be aware of.
By: Ben Smithson
Everything you need to know about Delta SkyMiles, from earning and redeeming miles to qualifying for Delta Medallion status.
By: Ben Smithson, Katie Genter
Learn about Delta Sky Club access, including through credit cards and cabin of travel. Here's what you need to know to visit a Sky Club on your next trip.
By: Ben Smithson
Quick summary A mid-tier travel rewards card currently offers a substantial introductory bonus for new applicants who meet a minimum spend within three months.
The (see ) is now even more valuable after its , like a hotel credit each anniversary year and a $120 application fee credit for or
Looking to fly from the U.S. to Europe? Here are the top airlines to consider for mileage awards by cabin.
By: Ben Smithson
I'm loyal to several airlines, alliances and when I book flights — and for good reason.
The Delta SkyMiles program gives you many ways to redeem miles. Here's how to redeem Delta SkyMiles, including the best options.
By: Ben Smithson
If you have (or points) and want to fly to Europe this summer in lie-flat comfort for the price of a cup of coffee, this is your sign.
When award availability can disappear in an instant, short transfer times are crucial. Find out how long Chase Ultimate Rewards points to transfer to partners.
