You've got a major credit card, right? Did you know that card can unlock a number of bargains for your next trip?

Rent a car from Avis and use your MasterCard and get one free rental day. The deal is valid when you book a five or more consecutive days of a mid-size to full-size vehicle before September 1. Refer to promo code TUPA008.

Use your American Express card and get a $25 American Express gift card, and get a 25 percent discount off of your three-day minimum rental. Use this link to book - http://tinyurl.com/6mqh2j

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Use your card for payment to get a double upgrade on select cruise lines, instant dollars off on rental cars and hotel stays.

For instance, five Hilton Hotel branded hotels in New York City offer special nightly rates on stays through October 31 just for paying for a stay with the Visa card. Participating locations include the Doubletree Guest Suites Times Square, Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel, Embassy Suites Hotel, Hampton Inn Manhattan Times Square North and the Hilton Garden Inn Times Square. Double room rates start from $269. A one-week advance booking notice required. http://tinyurl.com/5vse3b

Use your Visa for a Marriott weekend stay to receive a $25 Visa gift card valid for use through November 30. Book your Marriott stay by September 1 and use promo code V12. http://tinyurl.com/5rlrdv

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Here's a link to view the comprehensive hotel and resort offers from Mastercard (don't miss the scroll down button at the right of the page to view the dozens of offers). Note that toward the top of the page the offers for car rentals, cruises and with select airlines. http://tinyurl.com/6rajq4