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Brie Bash is a freelance writer and part-time elementary school teacher. She began “hacking” travel as a poor college student through grants, scholarships, and even coordinating group travel to earn free trips. Since 2013, she has been earning and burning points and miles alongside her husband and two energetic young boys. Their shared love of travel has taken them across the globe on amazing family adventures, and Brie’s knowledge of points and miles have allowed them to do it for next to nothing!

When not traveling or planning travel, Brie enjoys reading, writing, Latin dance, and professional baseball.

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Earn 5X Amex Points on Vacation Rentals and Travel Packages With the Business Platinum Card

Earn 5X Amex Points on Vacation Rentals and Travel Packages With the Business Platinum Card

by Brie Bash

April 23, 2025

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Those with The Business Platinum Card® from American Express earn 5X Membership Rewards on certain travel booked in the Amex Travel portal. American Express has quietly expanded the bonus category to include even more travel that will earn the 5X Membership Rewards. Here's what you need to know about the newly expanded bonus categories.

The New United℠ Business Card Review: Sky-High Bonus Plus a Long List of Unique Perks

The New United℠ Business Card Review: Sky-High Bonus Plus a Long List of Unique Perks

by Ashley Onadele and Brie Bash

April 20, 2025

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The The New United℠ Business Card is useful for anyone with a small business who flies with United multiple times a year. Benefits include a first checked bag free, United Club passes each year, priority boarding on United, access to additional award space, and 5,000 bonus miles every account anniversary if you also hold a United personal card. Check out our full review for all the details.

The New United Club℠ Card Review: Lounge Access and Amazing Perks for United Airlines Frequent Flyers

The New United Club℠ Card Review: Lounge Access and Amazing Perks for United Airlines Frequent Flyers

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

April 17, 2025

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The The New United Club℠ Card is Chase's premium United co-branded card and provides a host of top perks and benefits for anyone who regularly flies United. Check out our full review of the United Club to see if this card deserves a spot in your wallet.

How to Use Your Amex CLEAR Plus Credit to Unlock a Seamless Airport Security Experience

How to Use Your Amex CLEAR Plus Credit to Unlock a Seamless Airport Security Experience

by Brie Bash

July 7, 2025

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If you've ever jealously watched travelers breeze through security with a fingerprint or retinol scan, you may be in luck. That's because several American Express credit cards offer full reimbursement for your CLEAR Plus Membership each year. This means that you could enjoy the convenience of expedited security without the hefty price tag. Let's look at how this benefit works and which cards provide it.

The New United Gateway℠ Card Review: Earn MileagePlus Miles Without Paying an Annual Fee

The New United Gateway℠ Card Review: Earn MileagePlus Miles Without Paying an Annual Fee

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

April 12, 2025

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The The New United Gateway℠ Card allows travelers to collect MileagePlus miles without paying an annual fee. While the card doesn't automatically offer as many benefits as some of the other United cards, it punches above its weight by offering a variety of perks including statement credits for in-flight purchases, mileage pooling, and more. Is it right for you?

Capital One Platinum Credit Card Review: A Quality Option for Building or Repairing Credit

Capital One Platinum Credit Card Review: A Quality Option for Building or Repairing Credit

by Ashley Onadele and Brie Bash

April 9, 2025

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The Capital One Platinum Credit Card doesn't provide a sign-up bonus or earn rewards. Instead, it offers other benefits you might find more valuable. Those with fair or limited credit can be approved for this card, build credit, and get rewarded for building healthy habits. Is this the right card for those building credit? Read our Capital One Platinum review to learn more.

From Free Wi-Fi to Upgrade Certificates: Alaska Airlines Milestone Rewards Explained

From Free Wi-Fi to Upgrade Certificates: Alaska Airlines Milestone Rewards Explained

by Brie Bash

April 4, 2025

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Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members now have more opportunities to earn valuable perks as of 2025. This popular loyalty program has made some structural changes, including rolling out brand-new milestone rewards that grant members exclusive benefits between elite tiers. Here's how to earn them.

The New United Quest℠ Card Review: Extensive Travel Benefits That Offset the Annual Fee

The New United Quest℠ Card Review: Extensive Travel Benefits That Offset the Annual Fee

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

March 27, 2025

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The New United Quest℠ Card is the Goldilocks option in Chase’s lineup of MileagePlus credit cards. It offers a solid set of benefits that justify its $350 annual fee. Here's everything you need to know about the card to help you decide if it belongs in your wallet.

How To Earn United Premier Qualifying Points Through Credit Cards in 2025

How To Earn United Premier Qualifying Points Through Credit Cards in 2025

by Jenna Hansen and Brie Bash

March 26, 2025

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Want to earn United Premier status but can't see yourself earning enough Premier Qualifying Points just from flying? United just enhanced the PQP earnings on United co-branded credit cards. Now you can earn up to 28,000 Premier Qualifying Points through spending on your card! Here's how.

More Fees, More Perks: My Take on the Winners and Losers in United’s Credit Card Overhaul

More Fees, More Perks: My Take on the Winners and Losers in United’s Credit Card Overhaul

by Brie Bash

March 25, 2025

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United and Chase are shaking things up, rolling out sweeping changes across their entire family of co-branded cards. The updates include higher annual fees, paired with a range of new benefits intended to offset the added cost. Is it still worth hanging onto your United card? Which changes may actually be beneficial? Here's my take on the new United cobranded cards.

The Complete Guide to Earning American Airlines Miles and Loyalty Points

The Complete Guide to Earning American Airlines Miles and Loyalty Points

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

March 23, 2025

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Earning American Airlines AAdvantage® Miles and building up a hefty sum of Loyalty Points are critical steps to helping you work towards your next redemption and flying in style — with lots of benefits. In this post, we dive into all of the ways to earn AA miles and Loyalty Points.

Lower Fees and Great U.S. Pricing: The Best Finnair Plus Sweet Spots Bookable With Avios

Lower Fees and Great U.S. Pricing: The Best Finnair Plus Sweet Spots Bookable With Avios

by Brie Bash

March 23, 2025

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Finnair Plus is one of the most underrated Avios programs — but it shouldn’t be. With excellent sweet spots on both Finnair and partners like American and Alaska Airlines, you can unlock fantastic value on redemptions. And since Avios are easy to earn, these sweet spots are more accessible than you might realize.

American Express® Green Card Review: Mediocre Welcome Offer, Valuable Earning Categories

American Express® Green Card Review: Mediocre Welcome Offer, Valuable Earning Categories

by Carissa Rawson and Brie Bash

June 22, 2025

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The American Express® Green Card earns 3x in valuable categories, including travel and restaurants, and you'll receive statement credits for CLEAR Plus. With these benefits, the card goes from relative obscurity to a viable alternative to premium travel cards.

Alaska Airlines’ 20-Minute Baggage Guarantee: How to Claim 2,500 Miles or a $25 Credit

Alaska Airlines’ 20-Minute Baggage Guarantee: How to Claim 2,500 Miles or a $25 Credit

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

March 21, 2025

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Alaska Airlines’ baggage guarantee promises checked bags at the carousel within 20 minutes of arrival. If not, you’ll get 2,500 Mileage Plan miles or a $25 discount code for a future flight. Here's how to claim your compensation if your bags are delayed.

United Million Miler: How To Earn Premier Elite Status (And Star Alliance Gold) for Life

United Million Miler: How To Earn Premier Elite Status (And Star Alliance Gold) for Life

by Brie Bash

February 23, 2025

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United’s Million Miler status offers lifetime elite perks for those who log an extraordinary number of miles with United. Unlike annual status, these benefits never reset. So, how do you earn it, and is it worth the effort? Here’s everything you need to know about this lifetime status.

Capital One Lifestyle Collection: Score Bonus Miles and Hotel Perks Without Elite Status

Capital One Lifestyle Collection: Score Bonus Miles and Hotel Perks Without Elite Status

by Carissa Rawson and Brie Bash

February 22, 2025

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Capital One's Lifestyle Hotel Collection allows cardholders to gain elite status-like benefits with their bookings, such as early check-in, room upgrades, and an experience credit with every stay. Here's what you need to know about this program and what it offers to Capital One cardholders.

American Express Plum Card Review: A Unique Card Good For Businesses With Inconsistent Cashflow

American Express Plum Card Review: A Unique Card Good For Businesses With Inconsistent Cashflow

by Samantha Holland and Brie Bash

February 22, 2025

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The Plum Card® from American Express is a simple cash-back business card that offers incentives for making timely payments and gives cardholders extra time to pay charges. Is it the right card for your business? We're weighing the card's pros and cons, explaining the benefits, and comparing it to other business cards on the market in this detailed review.

A Lifetime of Perks: A Guide to Just-Expanded American Airlines Million Miler Status

A Lifetime of Perks: A Guide to Just-Expanded American Airlines Million Miler Status

by Brie Bash

February 21, 2025

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Elite status with American Airlines resets every year, but there’s one way to lock in lifetime benefits: Million Miler status. But how do you earn it, and is it really worth the effort? This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from qualification requirements to the perks that come with reaching this milestone.

IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Great Perks and Worth the Fee

IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card Review: Great Perks and Worth the Fee

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

February 12, 2025

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For IHG loyalists, the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card is a valuable wallet addition that pays for itself year after year. Here's everything you need to know about the card to help you decide if it deserves a spot in your small business wallet and a look at if it's worth spending money on.

How To Earn and Redeem Marriott Credit Card Free Night Certificates

How To Earn and Redeem Marriott Credit Card Free Night Certificates

by Miguel Rueda and Brie Bash

February 2, 2025

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Marriott Free Night Awards can return an excellent value to cardholders year after year, especially since you can top them off with points to book more expensive stays. Here’s how to utilize Marriott free night certificates for free stays.

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Review: Benefits That Outweigh the Annual Fee

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Review: Benefits That Outweigh the Annual Fee

by Samantha Holland and Brie Bash

February 1, 2025

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The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is one of three IHG co-branded cards from Chase. This card offers increased earning capabilities and some excellent perks, such as automatic Platinum Elite status, and the free night alone is worth the annual fee each year. Does this card deserve a spot in your wallet? Let's take a look at the details.

Delta Amex Authorized User Benefits: What Perks You Get as an Additional Cardholder

Delta Amex Authorized User Benefits: What Perks You Get as an Additional Cardholder

by Brie Bash

February 8, 2025

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With some cards, you can allow your trusted friends or family to access card member perks by adding them as authorized users on your account. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about adding an authorized user to your American Express Delta SkyMiles card and what perks these users get.

Aeroplan® Credit Card Review: Quality Perks, Valuable Points for a Modest Annual Fee

Aeroplan® Credit Card Review: Quality Perks, Valuable Points for a Modest Annual Fee

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

January 29, 2025

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Even if you don't have plans to visit Canada, you shouldn't overlook the Aeroplan® Credit Card. This card offers several valuable perks, including a free checked bag, complimentary elite status through the end of next year, and more. Here are all the details to help you decide if it's right for you.

Amazon Prime Visa Credit Card Review: Lucrative Earnings for Amazon and Whole Foods Fans

Amazon Prime Visa Credit Card Review: Lucrative Earnings for Amazon and Whole Foods Fans

by Samantha Holland and Brie Bash

January 25, 2025

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The Amazon Prime Visa is issued by Chase and offers up to 5% back on purchases if you're a Prime member. Here's our complete review of this no-annual-fee card to help you decide if it deserves a spot in your wallet.

How To Match Your Airline Elite Status to Flying Blue for 12 Months of SkyTeam Perks

How To Match Your Airline Elite Status to Flying Blue for 12 Months of SkyTeam Perks

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

January 24, 2025

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Air France–KLM Flying Blue's status match offer has been out for a long time. If you haven't taken advantage of it, now might be a good time. The offer is open to elites of 24 different airlines — and there's an even better offer for disaffected British Airways Club members. Here are the details.

Capital One Venture X Card Review: 75k Bonus Miles, Lounge Access, $300 Travel Credit, and More

Capital One Venture X Card Review: 75k Bonus Miles, Lounge Access, $300 Travel Credit, and More

by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash

January 22, 2025

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The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card offers new applicants 75,000 bonus miles after meeting the minimum spending requirements. And outside of this bonus, cardholders can access a bevy of lucrative perks, including airport lounge access, 10k anniversary bonus miles, and more. Here's an overview of the card and its current welcome offer.

Amex Blue Cash Everyday® Card Review: Earn Up to 3% Cash Back With No Annual Fee

Amex Blue Cash Everyday® Card Review: Earn Up to 3% Cash Back With No Annual Fee

by Ryan Flanigan and Brie Bash

January 18, 2025

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If you're looking for a solid no-annual-fee option in everyday spending categories like gas and groceries, the Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express is definitely worth looking into. While other cards offer higher returns, they also come with annual fees that detract from your rewards. Here is a detailed look at this card to see if it will work for you.

Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® Credit Card Review: Earn Valuable Miles Plus Elite-Like Perks

Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® Credit Card Review: Earn Valuable Miles Plus Elite-Like Perks

by JT Genter and Brie Bash

January 13, 2025

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The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card lets you earn valuable Alaska Mileage Plan miles and enjoy perks like a free checked bag and priority boarding. And with a valuable welcome bonus, this card is a must-consider — even for those who don’t frequently fly Alaska Airlines.

Earn Up to 100K LifeMiles With These Limited-Time Avianca Credit Card Offers

Earn Up to 100K LifeMiles With These Limited-Time Avianca Credit Card Offers

by Brie Bash

December 27, 2024

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Avianca offers two credit cards for U.S. applicants. And by applying for a co-branded LifeMiles card, you can earn up to 100,000 bonus miles after meeting the minimum spending requirements. Here's an overview of these limited-time offers.

Spirit Airlines Free Spirit Guide: Earning Miles, Elite Perks, and More

Spirit Airlines Free Spirit Guide: Earning Miles, Elite Perks, and More

by Brie Bash and Ross Denkin

February 1, 2025

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Spirit Airlines is known for low fares and minimal frills, but its Free Spirit loyalty program offers surprising value. Members earn points based on spending, with opportunities to unlock elite status and rewards. Here’s a quick guide to maximizing points, perks, and benefits with Spirit’s budget-friendly program.

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