U.S. Department of Transportation Cracks Down on Junk and Hidden Airline Fees by Tyler Glatt April 24, 2024 1 In a couple of final rulings announced this morning by the U.S. Department of Transportation, significant changes are coming through increased passenger protections, transparency, and eliminating airline junk fees. Here's what this regulation means for you and when it's expected to go into effect.
When Do Air New Zealand Airpoints Expire? by Sam Helmy April 24, 2024 0 Air New Zealand Airpoints will expire after a fixed period...sort of. There's no way to reset the expiration clock, unfortunately, but your Airpoints won't expire for a couple of years. Here's how the policy works.
United Hikes International First Class Award Prices by as Much as 100% by Tyler Glatt April 23, 2024 0 There's little incentive to stockpile United MileagePlus miles to make an international first class redemption on the likes of ANA and Lufthansa. And given a recent no-notice devaluation, there's even less of a reason to make these aspirational redemptions with United miles, as they cost 27% to 100% more now than before. Here's what we know about United's no-notice partner devaluation.
The Top Hotels for Using Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card Free Nights by Miguel Rueda and Brie Bash April 23, 2024 78 Multiple Marriott credit cards provide free night awards automatically on your account anniversary each year. Here, we look at maximizing these awards with some of our top picks for redeeming your free nights, no matter how many points they're worth.
Why I’m Considering Applying for the Mastercard® Black Card™ by Carissa Rawson April 23, 2024 1 Everyone is sleeping on the Mastercard® Black Card®, but I'm halfway convinced to apply for an account. This is thanks to its Priority Pass membership, which grants cardholders and their guests unlimited visits to lounges and restaurants alike. That's unheard of in the world of ever-reducing benefits. Am I crazy, or is this card worth holding?
Chase To Offer Temporary Sapphire Lounge, Ticket Packages to PGA Championship by Tyler Glatt April 22, 2024 0 The 2024 PGA Championship tees off next month in Louisville, Kentucky. And if you happen to be both a golf fan and a Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholder, Chase will make your visit to the green more comfortable — starting with access to tickets. Here's a look at the Sapphire Reserve-exclusive benefits available at the 2024 PGA Championship.
20X Southwest Rapid Rewards Points for Carbon Offset Donations to Mark Earth Day by Skye Class April 22, 2024 4 In celebration of Earth Day 2024, Southwest is offering Rapid Rewards members the ability to earn 20 Rapid Rewards points for every dollar donated through the Southwest Carbon Offset program now through May 19, 2024. Here are the details about the Southwest Carbon Offset program, and how you can maximize your points through this promotion.
How To Get Rental Car Elite Status for Free by Skye Class October 7, 2025 54 One of the feel-good milestones of travel is achieving elite status within a loyalty program. What feels even better? Getting elite status for free, thanks to holding the right credit card, through your existing elite status, or by status matching from another program. Here are all the shortcuts to rental car elite status.
Survey Says: You Have More Ways To Use Points. But That’s Not Necessarily Good News. by Ryan Smith April 21, 2024 1 If you're like me, you feel like there are ever-increasing options for using your points. In fact, the data backs it up. But this expansion of redemption options isn't good in and of itself. Here's why new ways to use your points aren't necessarily a good thing.
Why I Intentionally Paid a Foreign Transaction Fee While Overseas by JT Genter April 20, 2024 5 Foreign transaction fees can be an obnoxious part of international travel. No one likes to pay an additional ~3% on every transaction just for using a credit card outside the United States. But this week, I intentionally used a credit card that charged a foreign transaction fee instead of one of the cards in my wallet with no foreign transaction fees. Here's the story why.
Chase Freedom Flex Card Review: A Worthy Addition to Your Chase Card Lineup by Ashley Onadele and JT Genter October 10, 2025 89 The Chase Freedom Flex℠ is a strong earner in the Ultimate Rewards family of cards. It offers many of the best benefits of the Chase Freedom® and the Chase Freedom Unlimited® — including no annual fee and generous spending categories. In addition, the Freedom Flex comes with a unique set of benefits, from complimentary cell phone protection to savings with Lyft and DoorDash.
Hilton Prepares Launch of Small Luxury Hotels Partnership, Provides Updates by Tyler Glatt and Ryan Smith April 19, 2024 0 Ever since announcing a partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World back in February, we've been waiting for Hilton to fill us in on the details. What will this partnership look like? How many Hilton Honors points will a free night cost? Here's what we know so far.
Scoop: Ramp To Launch New Transferrable Points Program by JT Genter April 19, 2024 0 Launching transferrable points programs seems to be the latest trend, and we couldn't be happier to see it. Earlier this month, Wells Fargo Rewards launched a new transferrable points program. Now, it seems Ramp Rewards is on the verge of doing the same. Here's what we know so far and the details of the leak that unveiled this exciting new development.
Bilt Rewards Partners With BLADE To Offer Point Earning and Elite Perks (Including a Free Flight!) by Tyler Glatt April 19, 2024 1 Bilt Rewards and BLADE just launched a new partnership, offering Bilt Rewards members point earnings and exclusive perks on BLADE flights. From lounge access to free BLADE flights, here's what Bilt Rewards members need to know about Bilt's partnership with BLADE.
How To Check Your Credit Score for Free by Jenna Hansen April 19, 2024 2 Knowing and understanding your credit score is important in many aspects of life — from buying a home or car to opening new credit cards. There are many ways to check your score for free. Most banks offer free checks, along with other non-bank options. This article takes a look all of the ways to make sure you're on top of your credit score and credit report.
All You Need To Know About the Wyndham Rewards Business Program by Tyler Glatt April 18, 2024 2 Business programs are all the rage these days, offering perks, rewards, and more to organizations that pledge loyalty. Wyndham is the latest brand to try its luck at winning over business travelers, doing so by rolling out the Wyndham Rewards Business program. Here's what you need to know about the Wyndham Rewards Business program to decide whether it's worth enrolling.
Which Credit Cards Offer Lost or Damaged Luggage Protection? by Ryan Smith May 27, 2025 35 If you’re one of the unlucky millions finding yourself sans-bag when you arrive at your destination, the knowledge you paid with a credit card featuring lost luggage reimbursement can take the sting out of an unfortunate situation. We break down the differences in policies to help you know what is and isn't covered.
How To Stack Offers for Thousands of Points, Free Food & Minimal Spending by Skye Class January 1, 2025 0 Right now, you could take home some inexpensive meals while earning a ton of points. Through the practice of stacking — combining multiple offers on top of using the right credit card — you could spend a low sum while earning a ton of rewards. You'll also get some food in the process. Let's look at a clear example of how (and why) you should stack.
Qatar Airways To Launch 2 U.S. Credit Cards in May 2024, Waitlist Open by Tyler Glatt May 9, 2024 1 With a large North American presence and an even larger fan base, it was only a matter of time before Qatar Airways rolled out a credit card for U.S.-based applicants. While details are slim, you can now join the waitlist and receive an invitation to apply when Qatar's two Cardless credit cards go live. Here's what we know about the new Qatar Airways credit cards.
Malaysia Airlines Enrich Announces Two New Features by Sam Helmy April 17, 2024 0 Malaysia Airlines Enrich added two new features to its loyalty program, including milestone awards at certain point thresholds and the ability to carry forward elite tier points. Here's what travelers need to know.
Do Air India Flying Returns Points Expire? by Sam Helmy April 17, 2024 0 Your Air India Flying Returns points will expire if you have no activity on your account for a period of time. However, as long as you remain active with the program, your points won't go anywhere.
When To Book an Airbnb vs. Hotel by Samantha Holland April 16, 2024 1 Airbnb vs hotel: When should you choose one over the other? It's a common travel dilemma. We're delving into the benefits Airbnb provides, including communal areas for groups of travelers and families, listings in less populated areas, and sometimes unique experiences. Are these better than what you can get with a hotel?
Chase Travel’s Revamped Luxury Hotel Program ‘The Edit’ Is Now Live by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash April 16, 2024 0 Chase Travel has evolved and rebranded the Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection by introducing The Edit — a program designed to offer luxury lodging experiences for those who carry the bank's premium rewards card — the Chase Sapphire Reserve®. Here's what you need to know about The Edit.
How To Get and Maximize the Hilton Fifth Night Free Benefit by Jenna Hansen April 16, 2024 140 Hilton Honors fifth-night-free benefit is a great perk of this award program. It's a little more complex than the name implies, however, but nearly anyone can access this benefit. Here's how to get and maximize this valuable benefit.
Capital One Venture X Business vs. The Business Platinum Card® from American Express by Carissa Rawson October 14, 2025 0 Both the Capital One Venture X Business and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express offer premium benefits for business owners, but which one is better? With differing annual fees and a range of benefits, one is definitely better than the other.
Hotel Award Search Tools Comparison: MaxMyPoint vs Awayz vs StayWithPoints by Carissa Rawson April 15, 2024 1 MaxMyPoint, Awayz, and StayWithPoints are all hotel search engines, but which one is the best for your needs? We break down the functionalities and the benefits of each hotel award search tool, as well as their cost, to determine which ones will be the right fit for you.
Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card Review: Modest Perks With No Annual Fee by Dan Miller April 15, 2024 0 The Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card can be a great option to score tons of Wyndham Rewards points — along with a 10% discount on award stays as well as complimentary Wyndham Gold status — all for no annual fee. Should you add this card to your wallet? Read our detailed review to find out.
Icelandair and Expedia Launch New Partnership To Earn and Redeem Saga Points in the Portal by Sam Helmy April 15, 2024 0 Icelandair announced a new partnership with Expedia, allowing you to earn and redeem Saga points when making travel bookings through a new portal powered by Expedia. This portal lets you earn and redeem points on hotels, car rentals, and more. Here's how it works.
Newsweek Unveils Its 2024 Best Loyalty Programs in America by Sam Helmy April 14, 2024 2 Newsweek has released the results of its 2024 Best Loyalty Programs in America survey, including a wide variety of sectors from shopping and dining to travel and even grocery rewards programs. Of the more than 300 programs ranked, here's the surprise overall winner and the full results of the best (and worst) airline, hotel, and rental car programs.
Do Air Europa SUMA Miles Expire? by Sam Helmy April 14, 2024 1 Air Europa SUMA miles will expire if you have no activity on your account for a period of time. Fortunately, a host of activities will keep your miles active, including taking flights with SkyTeam partners. Here are the full details of this expiration policy.
