Capital One Unveils Its Flagship JFK Airport Lounge — Here’s Everything You’ll See Inside by Tyler Glatt June 16, 2025 0 New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport is getting a Capital One Lounge worthy of the city it calls home. On Thursday, June 19, 2025, Capital One will open the doors to what it’s calling its flagship lounge. This expansive space brings together some of the best of New York in ways you won’t find in any other airport lounge.
TopCashback Explained: How to Use TopCashback to Get Paid for Shopping Online by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea June 10, 2025 0 Learn how TopCashback works, how to earn cash back on online purchases, and the best tips for getting paid. We cover payout options, coupon policies, and how to dispute issues when purchases don’t track properly.
Airalo Review: Everything You Need to Know About Airalo eSIM by Ajay Jain June 9, 2025 2 Want affordable international data without swapping SIM cards? Airalo offers eSIM plans in 190+ countries — and setup takes just minutes. In this Airalo review, we cover how it works, what it costs, and how to activate your eSIM before your next trip.
A Complete Guide to Virgin Clubhouses Lounges and How to Access Them by Skye Class June 8, 2025 0 Access to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounges is one of the many great benefits available to Virgin Atlantic Gold Elite status members, Upper Class ticket holders, and select other travelers. In this guide, we will talk about where to find U.S. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses, who can access them, and what else you need to know.
Emirates and Marriott Bonvoy Partnership Guide: Reciprocal Benefits, Point Transfers by Mark Jackson June 4, 2025 3 Marriott Bonvoy has a lot of airline partners, but one partnership that goes a little deeper than most is with Emirates Skywards. The two programs offer reciprocal benefits through a program called Your World Rewards. Here’s what to know about the Your World Rewards program.
How to Earn and Redeem the IHG Food & Beverage Rewards You Get Through Milestone Rewards by Sam Helmy May 30, 2025 3 IHG Members can choose Food & Beverages Rewards as part of the Milestone Rewards program. Here is our complete guide to how these rewards work, including where and how to use them.
First Look: Inside American Airlines’ Boeing 787-9P Aircraft Featuring New Flagship Suites by JT Genter May 30, 2025 2 American Airlines just unveiled its long-awaited Boeing 787-9P with a brand-new Flagship Suite, upgraded premium economy seats, and refreshed cabins throughout. We got an early look inside the aircraft before its inaugural first flights. Here’s what travelers can expect onboard AA’s newest — and most premium — aircraft.
Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed by Jenna Hansen May 29, 2025 36 If you've ever rented a car, you've heard the spiel on purchasing insurance as part of the rental agreement. Fees can range anywhere from $10 to $50 per day. But your credit card might provide a complimentary Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance. Here's how to get proof of Collision Damage Waiver from your credit card so you aren't stuck paying for something you don't need.
United Polaris Lounges: Where They Are and How to Access Them by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 22, 2025 0 Polaris Lounges are United Airlines ultra premium offering of airport lounges reserved only to passengers flying the most exclusive routes in Polaris business class. Here's how you can get into one of them on your next United Airlines international flight or a Star Alliance airline member.
Delta Now Limits Sky Club Access — Here’s How to Track How Many Visits You Have Left by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 15, 2025 1 Delta Sky Clubs are a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the airport. But as of early 2025, access to these oases has been throttled back due to new rules from American Express and Delta. Here’s how to track your Sky Club visits so you’re not left searching for a seat at the gate instead of enjoying a drink in the lounge.
Track Your Progress Toward a Chase Sign-Up Bonus Using This New Account Bonus Tracker by Jenna Hansen May 12, 2025 22 There's enough to worry about these days without worrying about missing a sign-up bonus from a new credit card account. Thanks to Chase’s "New Account Bonus" tracker, it is easier than ever to track your progress. And that's as important as ever with lucrative bonuses currently available.
How to Set Up Your Digital Priority Pass Card to Access Airport Lounges by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea May 8, 2025 0 If you have a Priority Pass account, make sure to set up your digital card to access one of the 1,700+ lounges in the network using just your phone, so even if you lose your card or leave it behind on your next trip, you'll still be able to get into an airport lounge.
Grow Your Rewards Balance: How To Earn Bonus Points When You Buy Flowers for Mother’s Day by Brie Bash May 6, 2025 0 With Mother's Day approaching, you might be thinking about ordering flowers online — and, of course, earning rewards with your favorite credit card when you pay for those pricey bouquets. Let’s explore the best ways to earn extra rewards on your flower order.
How to Use Your Alaska Airlines Wallet Funds — and Keep Them From Expiring Worthless by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea May 5, 2025 1 Alaska Airlines has a unique way for frequent fliers to store their trip credits for future use, called "wallet funds." When you cancel a trip, instead of those codes living (and potentially dying) in your email inbox, you can have funds deposited into your Alaska Airlines Wallet. Once the funds are deposited, there are a few rules to follow to use them and not let them expire. Here's how to use these credits.
All the Ways to Get United Club Access Before Your Next Flight by Brie Bash April 29, 2025 0 Frequent and casual flyers alike can enjoy the perks of having access to a United Lounge, including a comfortable seat out of the hustle and bustle of the busy airport. Business travelers as well as families benefit from the free snacks and drinks, high-speed Wi-Fi, and more available in these convenient lounges. But who can visit a United Club and how do you get access? Let’s look.
Double-Dip on Flights and Stays: All the Benefits of the Qantas and Accor Partnership by Skye Class April 26, 2025 2 The Qantas partnership with Accor Hotels allows members to double-dip on flights and hotel stays. While there’s been a recent devaluation that reduces how many ALL points you earn on Qantas flights, the rewards are still better than when the partnership first launched. Here are the key details.
How to Upgrade to Emirates First Class Using Miles by Tyler Glatt April 21, 2025 3 One of the best first class cabins in the skies belongs to Emirates. Ultra-comfortable seats, onboard showers, and top-notch food and beverages are only the tip of the luxury iceberg. If this is a cabin you want to experience, one of the easiest ways to get there is to upgrade with Skywards miles. Here's how to do it.
Expedited Security Screening Programs: How To Get Them for Free by Miguel Rueda and Senitra Horbrook October 22, 2025 47 Expedited airport security allows travelers to bypass long security lines and fast-track the screening process. TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR Plus can be obtained for free or at a discounted rate through airline elite status and credit card benefits.
How I’m Combining My Family’s Southwest Flight Credits Before They Begin Expiring Next Month by Cameron Laufer April 9, 2025 4 Among the changes coming to the Southwest Rapid Rewards program effective May 28th is that flight credits will expire after just six to 12 months, depending on the fare purchased. Until then, you can still combine existing credits into larger, transferrable ones with no expiration date. Here’s how I’m organizing my family’s Southwest flight credits before the clock runs out.
From Pre-Sale Tickets to Pop-Up Lounges: Exclusive Events and Experiences You Can Access as a Cardholder by Mark Jackson April 9, 2025 0 Credit card issuers are very invested in providing cardmembers with exclusive experiences to keep them engaged with the brand (and using their cards). Here are some of the perks and benefits available to you.
Qatar Airways Promises a Qsuite Guarantee — Here’s When It Applies (and Doesn’t) by Ben Nickel-D'Andrea April 8, 2025 0 Not many airlines offer a guarantee to protect your bookings against aircraft changes, but Qatar Airways does whether it is a revenue or award booking for flights with their exceptional Qsuite business class product. This is how the Qatar Qsuite Guarantee works.
Bonus Rewards and Monthly Credits: All of the Lyft Benefits Available Through Credit Cards by Dan Miller and Tyler Glatt August 4, 2025 2 If you ride with Lyft, it's worth knowing about the different Lyft benefits available through various credit cards. There are benefits through Chase, Mastercard, Hilton, Alaska, and Bilt. Here's a look at what they are, what they offer to you, and how to use them.
Score a Free Hotel Stay in Abu Dhabi With Etihad Stopover Program by Skye Class March 22, 2025 9 Flying with Etihad via Abu Dhabi? For trips in 2025, Etihad Airways provides complimentary one- and two-night stopover packages in Abu Dhabi. Sadly, the discounted three- and four-night packages are no longer available. How does it work, and what's included in the free hotel stay? Here's how you can take advantage of the Etihad stopover deal.
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 2 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.
5 Reasons Why I Just Status Matched to Alaska Airlines by Mark Jackson March 18, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines status is a great status to have, and my current Executive Platinum status is expiring soon. Here's why I decided to take advantage of the once-a-lifetime status match opportunity with Alaska before it was too late!
Southwest EarlyBird Check-In: What It Is, How Much It Costs, and Who Should Get It by Samantha Holland and Cameron Laufer March 17, 2025 0 Flying Southwest Airlines has always been a unique experience thanks to its open seating policy and unconventional boarding process. If you don’t want to stress about checking in exactly 24 hours before departure, EarlyBird Check-In can give you a better boarding position. Here’s everything you need to know, including how it works, when it makes sense to pay for it — and how upcoming operational changes could impact its future.
Step-By-Step Instructions of How To Transfer Chase Points to United MileagePlus by Tyler Glatt March 15, 2025 2 With daily flights to hundreds of destinations and a deep roster of partner airlines, there's incredible value you can unlock with United MileagePlus miles. If you're working with a sum of Chase Ultimate Rewards, you can easily convert them into valuable miles. In this post, we'll teach you how to transfer Chase points to United in just a few simple steps.
A Premium Award Search Tool at the Perfect Price: A PointsYeah Review by Carissa Rawson and Ross Denkin March 13, 2025 1 PointsYeah is an excellent award search tool. It provides multiple filtering options when looking for flights and or hotels. Plus, it also has configurable alerts for your ideal travel itinerary and a daydream explorer that provides examples of places you can go! Check out why PointsYeah is a serious player when searching for award travel!
How to Create and Use Virtual Card Number With Your Capital One Account by Ashley Onadele and Ryan Flanigan March 12, 2025 3 Have you ever needed your Capital One credit card number but couldn’t find your physical card? Capital One makes it easy by offering virtual credit card numbers — temporary, digital versions of your card that you can use for online purchases. Let’s walk through how to find and use these virtual card numbers and why they might be the best choice for your online shopping.
