Traveling (almost) free with points
Million Mile Secrets - Beginner Guide to the Points Game
This is the blog that helped me get started. They explain the points game, where to start, and how to maximize your travel. If you are just wanting to collect a handful of points for fun dive right in! If your goal is to be a serious collector of points and free travel there is a method to the madness. There is a specific order to follow so do your research before you start!
At a recent travel conference I met these guys was very impressed. They've turned my hobby of traveling for free into their full time jobs! Basically you "hire" them for a whopping $30 and they'll do all the work for you! Considering they tell you exactly how to get your over water bungalow in the Maldives with first class flights for free, the $30 price tag for their services is nothing!
Here's another blog I like to follow to stay up to date on the best credit card sign up bonuses each month. There's usually some good travel news and updates as well.