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How to Save 15% on Delta SkyMiles Awards With a Delta Credit Card
How to Save 15% on Delta SkyMiles Awards With a Delta Credit Card
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If you have a Delta SkyMiles credit card, you can book Delta-operated award flights cheaper than anyone else. Thanks to the staple TakeOff 15 benefit that adorns almost every Delta American Express co-branded card, you can save 15% on Delta award tickets. While it may not seem like much, this perk can be the key to unlocking unparalleled savings on award bookings. Here's what cardholders need to know about the TakeOff 15 benefit.

Tyler GlattHarrison Pierce
Tyler Glatt & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Premium Credit Card Perks That Make Family Travel Smoother (and Cheaper)
Premium Credit Card Perks That Make Family Travel Smoother (and Cheaper)
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Premium credit cards may come with hefty annual fees, but they’re also packed with high-value perks that can elevate any family vacation. From annual statement credits to airport lounge access, the right benefits can make travel more comfortable, more convenient, and yes, even more affordable, despite the upfront cost. Here are the best premium credit card perks for families.

Ashley OnadeleBrie Bash
Ashley Onadele & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
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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.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How to Use Chase Trip Delay Insurance to Get Reimbursed for Flight Delays
How to Use Chase Trip Delay Insurance to Get Reimbursed for Flight Delays
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Flight delays are inevitable when traveling by air. Planes get held up by weather, mechanical, or personnel issues, or you may get bumped due to the flight being overbooked. But, provided you pay with the right card, you won’t have to rough it in the departures lounge or wear the outlay of an expensive airport hotel. If you hold a Chase travel card, it’s likely you have access to some of the best Trip Delay protection available, provided you follow all the steps listed out below.

Jess FarleyAndrew Kunesh
Jess Farley & Andrew Kunesh

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Everything You Need to Know About How to Use the Citi Prestige® Card’s $250 Travel Credit
Everything You Need to Know About How to Use the Citi Prestige® Card’s $250 Travel Credit
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Despite not being available to new cardholders, the Citi Prestige® Card still has serious appeal. With features like a fourth night free on hotel stays and 5x bonus categories, this card is incredibly rewarding. One of the best ways to offset the annual fee is its annual $250 travel credit. Here's how to effortlessly maximize this benefit.

Ross DenkinBen Nickel-D'Andrea
Ross Denkin & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

Can You Use Credit Card Travel Credits to Pay Award Change and Cancellation Fees?
Can You Use Credit Card Travel Credits to Pay Award Change and Cancellation Fees?
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One of the frustrating aspects of award travel is often needing to book well in advance to get the best price with your points and miles, knowing that your plans might change along the way. And some programs will charge you (handsomely!) if you have to make these changes. But if your credit card has travel credits, can you use these to cover the award change and cancellation fees?

Jess FarleyIan Snyder
Jess Farley & Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Preferred Rental Car Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
Chase Sapphire Preferred Rental Car Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
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The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is a favorite credit card for so many in the points and miles community. In addition to its quality earning rates, modest annual fee and generous sign-up bonus, it provides one of the best Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver perks of any credit card. We'll show you how this coverage works — and the important exclusions to look out for.

Jerod MoralesBen Nickel-D'Andrea
Jerod Morales & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
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Did you know the Chase Sapphire Preferred® and Sapphire Reserve® include trip cancellation and interruption insurance? You could get reimbursed up to $10,000 per person if your travel plans are disrupted due to illness, weather, or other covered events. Here’s how this underrated benefit works — and why it can save you from spending extra on third-party insurance.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter