Top Expenses for the Summer
A SavvySpendy Rewards Guide | June 2025
Summer weather is here! That means kids are out of school, warm weather is out, and so are expenses that need to happen. The best part of summer is spending time with your family — but that doesn't mean you should leave your rewards and cashback on the table. Here are tips for your top summer expenses.
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1. Travel Smarter, Not More Expensive
Summer travel often takes the biggest bite out of the budget, but current deals make it easier to save. There are real opportunities out there right now:
• Southwest Airlines — Summer sale fares from $69
• Carnival Cruise Line — Save up to $1,140 per room + $300 onboard credit
• HotelTonight — Staycation rates up to 27% off major booking sites
• Fontainebleau Las Vegas — Waived resort fees + free parking (book by late June)
Those deals are just the starting point. The real savings come from pairing them with the right card.
✦ SavvySpendy Tip
SavvySpendy automatically identifies which card in your wallet earns the most on flights and hotels — so you're stacking rewards on top of these sale prices, not choosing between one or the other.
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2. Entertainment for the Whole Family
Keeping the family entertained doesn't have to break the bank. Some strong deals are running this summer:
• Fandango FanClub Summer Movie Pass — 4 months of membership + 4 movie tickets for $49.99
• Fontainebleau — Poolside fireworks and 4th of July brunch events
• Viator — $40 off bookings of $300 or more
✦ SavvySpendy Tip
Entertainment categories vary wildly by card. SavvySpendy tells you at checkout which card gets you the best rate on tours, theme parks, and event tickets — no guessing required.
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3. Stock Up on Summer Essentials
Daily needs and road trip snacks add up quickly. Two deals worth knowing about right now:
• CVS Extra Extra Big Deal Days — Instant savings + 2% back in ExtraBucks for members
• Sam's Club via Groupon — Membership for just $15 (normally $50+)
✦ SavvySpendy Tip
Grocery and drug store categories often have 3–5% bonus rates on specific cards. SavvySpendy ensures you're using the right one every single time — even for a quick CVS run.
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4. Maximize Your Wallet Strategy
The most powerful tool you have is the card already in your pocket. To get the most back this summer, aim for these category targets:
Category | Goal Reward | Strategy
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Dining Out | 3x points or 3% back | Use your dedicated restaurant card for every vacation meal. |
Gas Stations | 3x points or 3% back | Pay at the pump with your gas bonus card during road trips. |
Flights & Hotels | 2x points or miles | Book through travel portals to boost your reward multipliers. |
Entertainment | 1.5–2% flat rate | Use your "catch-all" card for theme parks and tours. |
Before you head out, check if your cards offer annual travel credits or elite status perks like free breakfast and room upgrades — those can add hundreds in value. By being intentional with which card you reach for, you can easily put $200–$500 back in your pocket by the end of the season.
✦ SavvySpendy Tip
This table is the manual version. SavvySpendy does this automatically for your specific cards — so you never have to memorize which card beats which. Just spend, and let SavvySpendy handle the rest.
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Stop Guessing. Start Earning.
SavvySpendy matches every purchase to your best card automatically. This summer, put $200–$500 back in your pocket without changing how you spend.
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