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Alisha McDarris

Alisha is a freelance writer and photographer. She is the creator of travel and adventure site Terradrift.com and has written about travel and rewards for many publications, including American Way and Johnny Jet.

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Alaska Airlines First Class: What You Need to Know

Alisha McDarris
April 5, 2022

If you want to fly in style, first class is the way to go. And if you want to pay with miles instead of cash, Alaska Airlines first class offers…

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How to Find Cheap United Flights and Save

Alisha McDarris
March 28, 2022

Ready to book travel this year and looking to save some cash? There are plenty of ways to stretch your dollar when flying with United. If it’s your number one…

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Can the Chase Sapphire Reserve Travel Credit Be Used on Any Travel Purchase?

Alisha McDarris
March 22, 2022

Fans of the frequently-lauded card know that being a cardmember comes with a host of perks and benefits: bonus miles, travel insurance, extreme point earning potential and, maybe most tempting…

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The Guide to Southwest COVID Policies

Alisha McDarris
May 16, 2022

Note: This article is no longer being updated due to the general loosening of COVID safety policies across domestic airlines. For more information on flying Southwest, check out our complete…

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How to Book United Flights to Las Vegas with Points

Alisha McDarris
May 30, 2022

Las Vegas, with its world-famous Strip, is a popular destination for many travelers. Whether you’re traveling to the city for the casinos, the entertainment, proximity to outdoor adventures or one…

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How to Travel to Scottsdale With Points and Miles for a Bachelor/ette Party

Alisha McDarris
May 24, 2022

Whether you’re looking to celebrate pre-nuptials with a raucous good time or a relaxed, classy weekend, bachelor or bachelorette parties in Scottsdale, Arizona, may be just the ticket. From spas to…

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The Pros and Cons of Star Alliance

Alisha McDarris
Feb. 21, 2022

If you travel and fly often, you’re probably familiar with the concept of airline alliances. But if you’re unfamiliar with the differences between the big three (Star Alliance, Oneworld and…

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6 Common Airline Credit Card Mistakes Worse Than Flight Delays

Alisha McDarris
March 24, 2022

If you’re new to airline credit cards, the options may seem overwhelming, especially when you consider there are dozens of airlines and often multiple card options from each one. And…

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Guide to Capital One Travel Portal

Alisha McDarris
May 18, 2022

If you’ve recently added a Capital One travel credit card such as the , , or new to your wallet, you’re probably curious about how to best redeem all those…

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The Guide for American Airlines Flights to Las Vegas

Alisha McDarris
April 20, 2022

Whether you’re in it for the casinos, shows or outdoor activities, there are plenty of reasons to head to Sin City. American Airlines flights to Las Vegas depart from airports…

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