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Scott Sikes joined the Award Wallet team in 2024. After saving several thousand dollars using points for a family trip to Hawaii in 2018, Scott was hooked! Scott enjoys finding amazing card offers, great travel deals, and maximizing points to the fullest. He and his wife, Hillarie, enjoy flying to all-inclusive in the Caribbean and traveling to minor league baseball stadiums throughout the Southeast United States.

Scott lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with his wife and two kids. When Scott is not traveling, he enjoys baseball, video games, gardening, and planning his next trip!

The Cost to Apply for Programs Like Global Entry Is Increasing on October 1. Will Your Credit Card Cover the Higher Fees?

The Cost to Apply for Programs Like Global Entry Is Increasing on October 1. Will Your Credit Card Cover the Higher Fees?
Ryan SmithScott Sikes
by Ryan Smith and Scott Sikes
October 9, 2024
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If you missed the news, the cost of Global Entry, SENTRI, and NEXUS will increase on October 1, 2024. Since October 1 is just a few short days away, now's a great time to apply for one of these trusted traveler programs before they become more expensive. Or, if you have a credit card offering an application fee waiver as a perk, you may not need to act so swiftly — here's why.

All the Credit Cards That Earn Hilton Honors Points

All the Credit Cards That Earn Hilton Honors Points
Tyler GlattScott Sikes
by Tyler Glatt and Scott Sikes
September 7, 2024
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Travelers have dozens of ways to earn Hilton Honors points. That's a big deal if you're building a stash to fund a free night at one of Hilton's properties. The best way to earn a lot of Hilton points quickly is via credit card — either by netting a sign-up bonus on a Hilton credit card or initiating a transfer from one of Hilton's partner programs. Read on to learn about all the credit cards that earn Hilton Honors points.