Gabrielle Bernardini

Senior points and miles editor

TPG since 2023

Gabrielle Bernardini is the senior points and miles editor at TPG. As someone who is always looking to find the best deals on hotels, airfare and rental cars, Gabrielle wants to help readers get the best return on their points and miles. Having used credit card rewards to book her dream vacations since 2019, she's constantly researching how to save on all travel expenses.

Gabrielle joined TPG in 2023 after covering lifestyle and entertainment news for nearly a decade, interviewing A-list actors and experts for both print and digital media outlets. With a passion for travel and a sense of urgency to stay up to date on breaking news stories, Gabrielle hopes to help readers travel to their dream destinations.

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Always ask a local for their recommendations on places to eat and visit.

B.A. in journalism and media studies, Rutgers University
Points and miles; airlines; credit cards; hotels; theme parks

2019

First trip redeemed with points

Countries visited

Italy

Favorite destination

Aisle

Window or aisle

My favorite card for scoring free Clear Plus

As a frequent flyer, I thought TSA PreCheck was the ultimate timesaver at the airport until I was introduced to Clear. Though it is not available at every airport in the U.S., it is available at my local airports. I never have to wait more than 10 minutes to get through security. While Clear Plus costs $189 annually, this card allows you to obtain an complimentary membership.

The Platinum Card® from American Express

I love buying my groceries with this card

Since I regularly fly on Delta Air Lines-operated flights, this card gives me the added benefits of a free checked bag and priority boarding. The Delta SkyMiles Gold card also allows me to earn 2 miles per dollar spent at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets. Who doesn't love earning extra miles with their grocery bill?

Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card