Which Credit Card Should You Use To Pay Award Taxes and Fees? by Ian Snyder and Jess Farley December 31, 2023 11 Using the right credit card to pay award taxes and fees associated with your award ticket can really save you in a pinch. The card you use may come with significant insurance that could cover you for reasons ranging from weather to medical emergency. You may not need any travel insurance depending on the benefits afforded to you just by using the right credit card.
All About the Wyndham Rewards Loyalty Program by Dan Miller December 30, 2023 9 The Wyndham Rewards hotel loyalty program offers four different elite status levels and several ways to earn and redeem Wyndham points. Points are redeemed at three flat levels without dynamic pricing and can even be used at vacation homes. Here's everything you should know about this program.
How To Maximize Your Citi Rewards+ 10% Points Rebate by Jenna Hansen February 17, 2024 2 The Citi Rewards+® Card offers 10% points back on all redemptions for a max of 10,000 points back during the calendar year. This is a fantastic benefit that we want you to know how to maximize over the course of the year.
How Does Bilt Rewards Stack Up for Earning Rewards by Paying Rent? by Ross Denkin December 29, 2023 15 For points and miles enthusiasts, a great source of organic spending can be monthly rent payments. Unfortunately, many property management companies charge a sizable fee for paying by credit card. Bilt offers the ability to earn points on rent payments without transaction fees, but there are some quirks to navigate. Should Bilt factor into your rewards strategy with its refreshed program for 2024? Let's take a look.
Virgin Hotels Promotion Offers Discounted Stays in Dallas by Sam Helmy January 1, 2025 0 Virgin Red has a new promotion letting you book one-, two-, or three-night stays at Virgin Hotels Dallas for 25,000, 45,000, and 67,500 points, respectively. The offer is valid for stays through December 31, 2024.
LATAM Pass Extends Its Status Match Program. Use This To Get Perks When Flying Delta. by JT Genter September 11, 2024 8 LATAM Pass is offering a $199 status match to U.S.-based elites (plus other select countries) that hold status in one of 30 different frequent-flyer programs. This limited-time offer grants status through March 31, 2025. If you’re headed to South America, or plan to fly with LATAM’s partners (such as Delta, Japan Airlines, Qantas, and Qatar Airways), this is a great chance to secure elite benefits for a semi-affordable fee.
How to Transfer Capital One Miles to Airline and Hotel Partners: A Step-By-Step Guide by Tyler Glatt December 27, 2023 0 The best way to extract maximum value from your Capital One Miles is to transfer them to one (or several) of Capital One's airline and hotel transfer partners. Thankfully, Capital One makes the transfer process pretty straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
Survey Says: Travel Companies Make Us Madder Than Any Other Industry by Sam Helmy December 27, 2023 1 A recent survey unveils what we all implicitly seem to know: Travel makes us emotional. The travel sector leads all other sectors in terms of negatively emotive language in reviews. Here are the travel companies that make us the most mad — and the four travel companies surprisingly make the list of least-maddening companies.
The 6 Best Hotel Rewards Cards for Earning Points and Free Nights by Samantha Holland and Jess Farley December 27, 2023 108 Hotel rewards cards are the most cost-effective way of scoring free stays and elite status benefits at major hotel chains. There are plenty of good options, so we've picked our favorites based on their welcome bonus, earning potential, and the benefits you get just for holding the card.
Now You Can Earn Points and Miles When Playing and Dining Topgolf by Skye Class December 26, 2023 0 Topgolf is now part of airline and hotel dining programs. That means members can earn points and miles when dining at Topgolf. This isn't necessarily the best deal at Topgolf, but it's another way to earn points and miles when you head out for the evening.
How To Convert Capital One Cash Back to Miles for Transfer Partners by Ashley Onadele and Ryan Smith December 26, 2023 5 If you hold multiple credit cards with Capital One, it is possible to convert your cash back rewards into miles that can then be used with transfer partners. In this post, we look at how to convert cash back to miles with Capital One, why this is a deal, and which cards gain value because of this possibility.
How Points and Miles Helped Me Visit Every Country in the World by Ryan Smith December 25, 2023 7 I recently completed my goal of visiting every country in the world. I probably would've eventually completed this goal in the future, years from now, at a much slower and more expensive pace. Instead, learning about points and miles greatly accelerated the number of countries I could afford to visit every year.
Marriott Fairfield Copenhagen Offers Half the Normal Earnings by Skye Class December 25, 2023 0 A keen-eyed observer might notice Marriott is offering much lower rewards for Europe's first Fairfield hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark. This is an unusual circumstance but makes us wonder if we will see further changes to member rewards at future Fairfield hotels in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
A Brief Guide to the United Airlines-Deutsche Bahn Partnership by Tyler Glatt December 25, 2023 0 United Airlines has teamed up with Lufthansa Group and Deutsche Bahn to make integrated air and rail journeys a seamless reality. United passengers flying between the U.S. and Frankfurt can now take advantage of Deutsche Bahn's expansive route network to connect between FRA and dozens of cities via rail — all on one single ticket. Here's all you need to know.
Iberia Visa Signature® Card Review: Big Savings Available, but No Free Checked Bag by Carissa Rawson December 24, 2023 0 The Iberia Visa Signature® Card offers decent benefits for its $95 annual fee. This includes an unlimited 10% discounted on all Iberia flights and the ability to earn a $1,000 travel credit. It also earns Avios, which can be transferred instantly to the Avios programs of British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Qatar Airways. However, there are some quirks to this card. Is it right for you? Read our detailed review to find out.
Our Favorite Unheralded Credit Card Perks by Carissa Rawson September 8, 2025 1 Credit card issuers do their best to entice customers to stick around with perks like elite status, statement credits, and bonus points on eligible categories of spending. But what about those lesser-known benefits? Who uses those, and where do they fit in? Let's find out.
The 7 Best No-Annual-Fee Business Rewards Credit Cards in 2024 by Ryan Smith and Tyler Glatt December 23, 2023 31 Using a small-business rewards credit card gives you a huge advantage to accumulate points for travel or earn extra cash back. And businesses with limited spending power or those averse to paying an annual fee aren't without options. These are the best business credit cards with no annual fee.
New: You Can Now Book Hilton Free Night Rewards via Hilton’s Website Chat by JT Genter March 28, 2024 2 The Hilton Free Night Reward is arguably the most valuable hotel free night award available. You can redeem this certificate for a free night at almost any Hilton property. The hassle has been having to call Hilton to redeem it. The good news is you can now book Hilton free night rewards right on Hilton's website by using the agent chat function. Here's how to get a real agent and tips on how to make the process as easy as possible.
And Another One: Amex Adds ”Family” Language to the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card by Tyler Glatt December 22, 2023 0 Another American Express card has fallen victim to the inclusion of "family" language. This time, it's the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card. According to the updated terms, you may not be eligible to receive the welcome offer on the card if you've previously carried it or the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card. Here's what you should know about the changes to the fine print on the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card as part of this unfortunate trend.
Big Changes to Bilt Rewards’ Elite Status Program — What You Need To Know by Tyler Glatt January 3, 2024 2 Now that the calendar has flipped to 2024, the Bilt Rewards elite status program looks a little different. Updates cover how Bilt status is earned, and it'll soon be even more valuable to collect Bilt points courtesy of Milestone Rewards (not to mention the ever-growing list of transfer partners). Here's all you need to know about the changes to the Bilt Rewards program.
How To Use Points and Miles for Vacation Home Rentals by Tyler Glatt June 25, 2025 1 Using points and miles to reserve vacation rental properties is a creative way to avoid the status quo of a hotel on your next family vacation. There are plenty of ways to do it and dozens of ways to earn the points required to cover the entire cost of your stay — or a substantial portion of it. Here's how.
How My Family of 5 Took a $9,000 Vacation to Mexico for $790 by Samantha Holland December 21, 2023 1 Family vacations are expensive, and luckily points and miles can cover more than just flights and hotel. Save big by booking transportation and excursions in bank portals. Learn how one family five spent less than $800 on a five-night family vacation to Mexico.
Time’s Running Out on the Frontier Status Match. Get Elite Perks for a Reasonable Price. by Tyler Glatt December 21, 2023 26 Frontier Airlines' status match offer could be a money-saver if you plan to fly with Frontier. While many airlines offer a status match, this one matches your status even from non-airline programs. Here's when this offer could make sense and how to jump on it before it ends soon.
New: You Can Now Book El Al Award Flights Using Delta SkyMiles. Here Are the New Rates. by Tyler Glatt December 21, 2023 0 Delta's partnership with El Al took another step forward today. You can now book El Al flights with Delta SkyMiles. Here's all you need to know about this new redemption opportunity, including a snapshot of the pricing and availability we're seeing.
Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card vs. Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card: Which Credit Card Is Right for You? by Carissa Rawson September 5, 2025 1 Delta Air Lines and American Express offer several different credit cards to customers. These include the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card as well as the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card. But when it comes down to it, which is best? Let's find out.
Non-Travel Benefits of Rewards Credit Cards by Ashley Onadele and Jess Farley December 20, 2023 40 While we spend a lot of time talking about travel-related perks on credit cards, you may not know that your credit card most likely offers perks that have nothing to do with travel. These can include dining and shopping credits as well as purchase protections worth thousands of dollars.
From Movie Tickets to Secret Concerts: Other Ways To Redeem Your Virgin Points by Ross Denkin December 20, 2023 0 Beyond just flights, Virgin Atlantic offers members many other redemptions options for maximizing points. Virgin Red, the joint rewards program for all Virgin products and services, provides members many avenues for redeeming points, including entertainment, food and drink, charitable causes, and more.
Ending Soon: $10 Monthly Credits for Gopuff on Most Chase Cards by Ryan Smith December 20, 2023 12 Two years ago, most Chase cardholders received a new benefit: $10 in monthly statement credits for Gopuff, which is a delivery service. Chase has confirmed that this benefit will end on December 31, 2023, so here's a recap of this benefit, how to use it before it goes away, and some settings you might want to check as the deadline approaches.
Booked a Now-Canceled Mistake Fare? Get Your Flying Blue Miles Transfer Reversed by Tyler Glatt December 20, 2023 2 If you transferred credit card points to Flying Blue to snag a dirt-cheap business class award ticket and had your trip canceled, you might be able to get your points sent back to your credit card rewards program. Here's what you need to know about this groundbreaking option.
