According to some rumors/based on Amex's site, the revamped <amex-plat> is coming out with a unique, new $200 Oura credit. For Oura ring lovers, this is fantastic news. For those interested in the health wearable space, this is a pretty interesting additi...
As someone who maps out every move when it comes to credit cards, I always want to make sure that whichever credit card I pick serves a clear purpose when it comes to my spending habits and my future outlook with the card. About a year ago, I got the <ink...
Category 1 Hyatts may be on the “bottom” tier of Hyatt categories, but that doesn’t mean you are sacrificing your quality of stay. These hotels are often in areas that do not have peak desirability and may have fewer amenities. However, they will still li...
Hotel cards are generally underrated. While I don't think anyone should get a hotel card as their first credit card, they are awesome to start considering once you have strong transferable point cards in your arsenal. What is the <world-of-hyatt> card's ...
TLDR; the <ink-business-cash> is an intriguing card for your business with outsized earn rates for select categories. The no annual fee card also boasts an excellent, increased welcome bonus of $900 to help your business earn some extra cashback. There’s ...
If you’re trying to fly on American Airlines, chances are you might have to fork over hundreds of dollars to book your flights. Particular flights, even short-distance ones, can be terribly expensive, especially if you’re flying to or from a rural airport...
Chase Ultimate Rewards points are often touted as one of the best transferable points options out there. And the <ink-business-unlimited> is an excellent way for folks to get a hold of some Chase points. You may wonder, how can this help out my business? ...
Chase just came out with a new offer for the <chase-sapphire-reserve> and it's quite intriguing. Might be the biggest offer yet. The previous, most recent welcome offer on the card was 100,000 Chase points along with $500 in Chase Travel<sm> (this offer ...
The <chase-sapphire-reserve> was one of the first major travel rewards-oriented credit cards to undergo a major overhaul in 2025. The <chase-sapphire-reserve> saw an increase in its annual fee from $550 to $795, new annual credits, new point earning rates...
A classic question we usually get is, how can I get the most cashback with a credit card? And the <chase-freedom-unlimited> is up there in the rankings. Not only can you get solid cashback earn with this, but you can also convert the cashback earned on th...
There are many business cards out on the market. Some are more complicated than others with high annual fees, credits, and offers to keep track of. If you are looking for cards with no annual fees with (potentially) significant travel benefits, the <ink-b...
Everyone knows that one of the most important parts of travel planning is figuring out where you’re gonna stay. When it comes to booking accommodations, there are many options that you could choose from, such as hotels, Airbnbs, hostels, maybe even a cabi...
The <amex-plat>’s annual fee has historically increased every 3ish years and this 2025 is no different: many rumors have been circulating around the internet about yet another increase to the annual fee. Of course, when annual fees increase, new benefits/...
Looking to turn your everyday small business purchases into your next business trip? The <ink-business-cash> makes it easy, offering bonus rewards in common business categories and the potential to turn cashback into valuable travel points. It's one of my...
It’s the first day of a new month, so you know what that means: It’s time for new promotional deals with Air France’s and KLM’s rewards program: Flying Blue. If you’re planning to travel to and from Europe anytime within the next few months, you might fin...
There’s a lot of business credit cards out there. Speaking from experience, some are more difficult than others to handle. If you’re trying to not spend too much time thinking about what card to use on your day-to-day spend and want to avoid an annual fee...
Just over a month ago, Citi unveiled a new premium travel-rewards credit card: <citi-strata-elite>. While the credit card isn’t an airline-branded card, it still comes with a few benefits specific to American Airlines, most notably the ability to transfer...
When I was looking for a flight home from Paris, I was of course looking to get strong value with my points. However, my points accounts were running low because I had just used 120,000 points to get to Europe, booking two business class seats on Singapor...
If you love flying with Virgin Atlantic, or you love using their rewards system to book flights with qualifying partners, you might want to take a look at the newest Bilt Rent Day promotion for anyone who is a Bilt cardholder. Until September 1, 2025, you...
With the launch and rebranding of the three new Atmos cards, one of the most interesting benefits is the 10% rewards bonus on all points earned from card purchases. This additional earn rate is nothing to scoff at, since it is a 10% increase on all points...
After arriving in New York for a day from Paris, I headed home with my girlfriend from JFK airport. We decided to stop in at Terminal 4 for the Chase Sapphire Lounge before going back through security at Terminal 5 for our JetBlue flight to Boston. This i...
As someone based in San Francisco with current American Airlines status, the introduction of the new Atmos Summit card has basically given me a pretty easy way to switch over to the Atmos/Alaska Airlines loyalty ecosystem. I’m planning on dropping my Amer...
A month ago, we were able to confirm rumors regarding the launch of the <citi-strata-elite>. If you’re in the run about credit cards, you might’ve heard that Alaska Airlines has released a brand new premium credit card, the Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infi...
Hyatt Place Times Square Review The Cost When I was looking at hotels, I looked exclusively at Hyatts as I was staying with a friend who has Hyatt Globalist status. With his Globalist perks, I enjoy late checkout (4 pm latest usually), free breakfast at p...
As part of my two-week trip to Japan this summer, I decided to visit Osaka for two days after visiting Kyoto. I wrapped up my stay at the Hyatt Place Kyoto, which is undoubtedly one of the best Hyatt hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Since I’m a Hyatt loyalist,...
High-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) are one of the easiest ways to grow your money without locking it up. Right now, a lot of banks are offering strong rates, and if you have a lot of money lying around in your checking account like I did, it might be tim...
I’ve been visiting Japan for the past two weeks or so, and I just wrapped up a five-day trip to Kyoto that culminated with me going to see the famous Gozan no Okuribi (fire festival) for Obon in Kyoto. Since I was traveling to Kyoto with two other peopl...
Applying for your first credit card can be a daunting task, but it is a crucial milestone and stepping stone towards building your credit and stepping into the credit card rewards game. There are a variety of credit cards out there that are specifically t...
If you’re currently holding the luxury and premium <chase-sapphire-reserve> card in your wallet, you’re in for a little treat. Until August 18, you can claim a free 5,000-point Aeroplan reward certificate with your Reserve card. This certificate will allo...
Are you a small business owner? Do you need to travel a lot, or do your employees need to make frequent business trips to support your business? If you answer yes to either question, you might find it worth considering adding a new business credit card to...
Capital One opened up a new lounge at JFK on June 19, 2025 and wow is it a glitzy, beautifully designed lounge. The bank has described it as its flagship location and for good reason: given the amount of competition at JFK’s Terminal 4 with alternative cr...
The <citi-strata> is an intriguing starter card for those starting out in the credit card space, offering a combination of lucrative rewards, travel perks, and flexibility that appeals to travelers and everyday spenders alike. It's a relatively new card o...
A few months ago, I had to fly from Boston (BOS) to San Francisco (SFO). Since I was planning to stay in San Francisco for a while, I decided to bring a checked bag with me. I was flying with Alaska Airlines, and I paid for my flight using <ritz-carlton>....
If you love flying short-haul and medium-haul flights across the U.S., chances are you have flown Southwest. You might’ve established a relationship and status with Southwest because of its former benefit where you could check two bags for free, but that ...
They say that if you’re on the East Coast, JetBlue is king—free Wi-Fi, unlimited snacks, and roomy seats. But even JetBlue’s vaunted award chart can trip you up: when I tried to transform 13,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points from my <chase-sapphire-reserv...
There’s some (more) big news brewing in the world of Chase credit cards: all of Chase’s Southwest cards are drastically changing. While there are some awesome new cardmember offers of up to 100,000 points, they come at a time masking some pretty drastic c...
As mentioned previously in another article, I recently applied and got approved for my fourth credit card: the <marriott-bonvoy-boundless>. As usual, I’m always thinking about how to make the most of the credit cards I currently have in my wallet, and wha...
If you keep up with the recent credit card news, you might be aware that Citi will be launching a brand new travel-rewards credit card very soon. This credit card is called the <citi-strata-elite>, and it falls into the space of premium travel credit card...
If you’re a United loyalist and you happen to fly United Airlines frequently, you might’ve come across <united-quest>, which is another United co-branded credit card that offers lucrative perks and benefits to cardholders. However, if you’re a business ow...
As a primarily U.S.-based bank, you might be wondering why Chase offers a co-branded credit card with Air Canada, which is a Canadian-based airline, hence its name. If you’re not a well-seasoned traveler, you might not be aware that Air Canada is a member...
If you’re planning to travel abroad anytime soon, I highly recommend preparing for your trip by ensuring that you have a proper card setup for the spending you will be doing on your trip. One important thing that people who aren’t well-seasoned travelers ...
When it comes to redeeming your credit card points, there are a multitude of ways you could go about redeeming them. However, credit card points aren’t easy to come by, and it is imperative that you make sure you are redeeming your points in such a way th...
If you have the <chase-sapphire-reserve> and you’re flying out of San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you may or may not have many options for airport lounges to visit before your flight. If you’re flying out of the International Terminal, you can ...
A few weeks ago, I was planning on getting the <marriott-bonvoy-boundless> as my next credit card since it’s currently offering its best offer: 5 Marriott Free Night Awards after spending $5,000 within the first 3 months of account opening. However, a dif...
Japan is a hot destination and is bound to be on anyone’s bucket list these days. It’s a no-brainer about why so many people want to travel to Japan these days, especially with the sweeping changes Japan is making to tourism within the next year. Since Ja...
When it comes to booking flights, there are a multitude of ways you could go about finalizing your travel. You could book directly with the airline you want to fly with using cash, you could book with cash via a partner airline, you could book with points...
The <chase-sapphire-preferred> stands out among travel rewards credit cards, delivering an exceptional blend of high-value perks, flexible rewards, and robust travel protections that make it highly attractive to discerning travelers. An Impressive Welcome...
Every year, Amazon holds a sale event exclusively for Amazon Prime members. This event, known as Amazon Prime Day, allows members access to a members-only shopping event where Prime members can access exclusive, limited-time deals and discounts on a varie...
The <ink-business-preferred> is a top choice for small business owners who want to turn everyday business expenses into valuable travel rewards. With impressive earning potential, flexible redemption options, and practical travel protections, this card i...
Bad news all around with credit cards recently. Looks like another round of credit card modifications is coming to town and it is hitting even our beloved: <ritz-carlton>. We’ve had <ritz-carlton> for several years now, and it’s provided so much value to ...
With the new, sweeping updates to the <chase-sapphire-reserve>, you might be wondering if it’s worth keeping or if it is still one of the best travel credit cards you can get. However, there’s another lesser-known card out there that offers pretty extensi...
I currently have three credit cards: Capital One Savor Student Cash Rewards Credit Card, <ink-business-unlimited>, and the <chase-sapphire-preferred>. I chose to get these credit cards very strategically, leveraging the new cardmember offers and the benef...
Today marks the death (or devaluation) of yet another beloved credit card benefit. The Business Platinum Card® from American Express faces two major changes starting July 01, 2025: Dell credit: From up to $400 per calendar year → up to $1,150 per calendar...
If you’ve been looking to plan a trip to Europe, you could take advantage of Flying Blue’s monthly promotional fares. Flying Blue is Air France, KLM, and Transavia’s Loyalty Program, allowing you to use miles to book award flights to get to and from desti...
If you’re someone who flies frequently, you’ve probably heard of and looked into airline credit cards. There are more than 50 airlines currently based in the United States, and many of them have branded credit cards. However, if you’re a United loyalist o...
When it comes to planning my travel adventures, I always make sure to reference multiple price points for the flights and accommodation that I need. Before I knew about the world of credit cards and points, I always thought about costs in terms of cash. I...
Virgin Atlantic is one of the best British airlines out there, competing against British Airways in the market for long-haul flights to and from the UK, especially transatlantic travel. You can book flights with Virgin Atlantic using points through the Vi...
Whenever I have an upcoming flight, one of the first things that comes to mind is what lounges are available for me to visit at the airport before my flight. Airport lounges can improve your flying experience significantly, allowing you to relax, unwind, ...
If you haven’t already, make sure to check your emails! You might’ve received an email from Chase Sapphire Preferred about the changes coming to your card, most notably the introduction of the Points Boost program on Chase Travel℠. If you read through thi...
When I started traveling on a more frequent basis, I began getting frustrated with going through airport security and having to take off my shoes and take my computer out of my bag. When I began to travel abroad, coming back to the U.S. would also always ...
The new <chase-sapphire-reserve> and <sapphire-reserve-business> both include an annual up to $500 credit for hotel stays with The Edit by Chase Travel. If you’ve never heard of The Edit before, you might be wondering if the credit will even serve you any...
After many years, Chase has finally decided to launch its own version of a premium travel card for business (<sapphire-reserve-business>), similar to its competitors in the American Express Business Platinum and the Capital One Venture X Business cards. W...
Earlier this morning, Chase sent out an email to all <ink-business-preferred> cardholders highlighting the changes and new features coming to the card. One of these new features is the introduction of a program called Points Boost, which is a new way to r...
So with the <chase-sapphire-reserve> changes being rolled out next week, current cardholders keep asking me the same question: should I keep my card or should I downgrade it? While it’s hard to explicitly give everyone a concrete answer, I think there are...
As part of a major overhaul of Chase’s Sapphire lineup, Chase is rolling out multiple changes to the <chase-sapphire-reserve> and <chase-sapphire-preferred> cards. While the Chase Sapphire Reserve is undergoing major changes that we dive into in another a...
As a part of Chase’s newest revamp, Chase is beginning to phase out the 25% bonus value for <chase-sapphire-preferred> points redeemed via Chase Travel℠, as well as the 50% bonus value for <chase-sapphire-reserve> points redeemed on Chase’s travel portal....
The <chase-sapphire-reserve>, which is Chase’s flagship premium travel rewards credit card, is undergoing major changes that could change people’s opinions on the card drastically. Current cardholders may find the new changes to be displeasing, and aspiri...
Well, after weeks of rumors and seeing random ads of a woman holding a hilariously large <chase-sapphire-reserve> card, the news is here: the beloved Sapphire Reserve is finally increasing its annual fee from $550 to $795. You wouldn’t believe the number ...
The Chase Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables program is a luxury dining program that is exclusively available to <chase-sapphire-reserve> cardholders. The program allows members to access exclusive prime-time restaurant reservations at select restaurants a...
Before I applied for the <chase-sapphire-preferred>, I already had two credit cards: the <ink-business-unlimited> and the <savor-student>. As a credit card-savvy traveler, I knew that the <chase-sapphire-preferred> would be the perfect option for my third...