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Citi ThankYou® Points Are More Valuable Than Ever — Here's How to Earn and Use Them

Citi ThankYou® Points Are More Valuable Than Ever — Here's How to Earn and Use Them

September 20, 2025 3

With the recent launch of a new premium card, additional transfer partners, and expanded redemption flexibility, Citi is making a strong case for its place in your wallet. In this guide, we talk about earning and redeeming Citi points, plus other questions you may have.

Carissa Rawson & Brie Bash

Reviewed byJT Genter

Citi Has Some Fantastic No Annual Fee Cards — Here’s the Best Strategy for Getting Them

Citi Has Some Fantastic No Annual Fee Cards — Here’s the Best Strategy for Getting Them

September 17, 2025 53

Whether you're looking to reduce your annual fees or boost your ThankYou® points earnings, Citi offers three excellent no-annual-fee cards that can add thousands of extra points to your balance every year. Here's the best strategy to getting them without locking yourself out of getting another sign-up bonus in the next 48 months.

Ryan Smith & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

Citi Strata Elite Field Trip: Using My Blacklane Credit to Ride With a Chauffeur in Austin, Texas

Citi Strata Elite Field Trip: Using My Blacklane Credit to Ride With a Chauffeur in Austin, Texas

September 6, 2025 2

The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card unlocks up to $200 in annual credits for chauffeur driven rides worldwide. Here’s everything you need to know about how the Blacklane credit works and my experience using it on a trip through Austin, Texas.

Tyler Glatt

Can the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Pay for Itself in One Trip? Here's How I Saved $1,800 on a Europe Trip

Can the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Pay for Itself in One Trip? Here's How I Saved $1,800 on a Europe Trip

August 24, 2025 0

If you know how to use them, premium credit cards can give you more value than they cost. That's a pretty foregone conclusion with the new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card. But in fact, I’d even go as far to say this card can pay for itself in a single trip. To prove it, I grabbed a backpack and went to the airport. Here’s what came next.

Tyler Glatt

Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Review: Valuable Welcome Bonus, Lucrative Benefits, but Not Perfect

Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Review: Valuable Welcome Bonus, Lucrative Benefits, but Not Perfect

August 20, 2025 0

The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card provides plenty of premium value to justify the annual fee for most travelers, from valuable statement credits to premium travel perks. However, its bonus categories are a bit convoluted. Here's our full review of this brand-new card.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

Easy Ways to Use and Maximize the Citi Strata Elite Card’s $300 Annual Hotel Credit

Easy Ways to Use and Maximize the Citi Strata Elite Card’s $300 Annual Hotel Credit

August 10, 2025 4

If you're reading this, there's a good chance you like saving money on hotels. Who doesn't? The brand-new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card makes it easier to do just that with its annual hotel savings benefit worth up to $300. Here's how to use the credit and our best tips on how to maximize it.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

Citi Strata Elite Admirals Club Passes Explained: How They Work and How to Maximize Them

Citi Strata Elite Admirals Club Passes Explained: How They Work and How to Maximize Them

August 2, 2025 0

The brand-new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card offers cardholders four American Airlines Admirals Club passes annually. Here's everything you need to know about how the card's Admirals Club passes work, plus some tips to help you get the most out of them.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

The Reserve by Citi Travel Is Here — These Are the Benefits You’ll Get on Each Booking

The Reserve by Citi Travel Is Here — These Are the Benefits You’ll Get on Each Booking

August 2, 2025 2

Citi’s new Reserve by Citi Travel offers luxury hotel bookings with elite-like perks such as early check-in, late check-out, daily breakfast for two, room upgrades, and property credits. Here’s how to take advantage of this new benefit when booking through Citi Travel.

Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

Earn 20k Points With the No-Annual-Fee Citi Strata℠ Card — Plus up to 5X Points on Spending

Earn 20k Points With the No-Annual-Fee Citi Strata℠ Card — Plus up to 5X Points on Spending

July 31, 2025 0

The Citi Strata℠ Card has no annual fee and a new welcome offer worth 20,000 bonus ThankYou® Points. Between that bonus and the card’s boosted earning rates, it’s a fantastic choice if you’re looking to earn valuable transferable points. Here's why.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

How to Use the Free Citi Shop Program to Save Money on Online Purchases

How to Use the Free Citi Shop Program to Save Money on Online Purchases

July 18, 2025 0

When it comes to online shopping, few things make the experience better than earning extra rewards through a shopping portal. One option you might not be as familiar with is Citi Shop — a free program that lets eligible Citi cardholders earn statement credits and access additional savings at more than 5,000 online retailers. Here's how it works.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byJT Genter

Goodbye [CC_AW_ShortName slug=CitiRewardsPlus], Hello [CC_CardName slug=CitiStrata] — Here’s What That Means for You

Goodbye [CC_AW_ShortName slug=CitiRewardsPlus], Hello [CC_CardName slug=CitiStrata] — Here’s What That Means for You

May 26, 2025 0

The Citi Rewards+® Card is out, and the Citi Strata℠ Card is in. Beyond the new name and a fresh coat of paint (literally), this no-annual-fee card is getting a major overhaul. And many of the changes are kicking in on July 20, 2025. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing

Tyler Glatt

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

May 23, 2025 36

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 Farley & Andrew Kunesh

Reviewed byTyler 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

May 9, 2025 43

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 Denkin & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed byJT Genter

Score 65k Valuable Miles With the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard®

Score 65k Valuable Miles With the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard®

May 4, 2025 2

The Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® has a new applicant bonus of 65,000 bonus AAdvantage® miles. Here's a detailed look at this offer, the card's ongoing benefits, and why now is an excellent time to apply before this offer takes flight.

Ryan Smith & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed byErik Paquet

Citi Adds New Restrictions to The Citi Strata Premier Card’s Welcome Bonus — Here’s What Changed

Citi Adds New Restrictions to The Citi Strata Premier Card’s Welcome Bonus — Here’s What Changed

April 9, 2025 1

The Citi Strata Premier® Card offers a great mix of value and perks; it's one of my favorite "keeper cards" in my wallet. However, if you're looking to earn a bonus on this card, there are new terms and conditions attached to its welcome bonus. Here's what you need to know.

Lauren Wynn

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

Citi Might Have Just Tightened Its Product Change Rules — Here’s Why That Matters

Citi Might Have Just Tightened Its Product Change Rules — Here’s Why That Matters

April 4, 2025 2

Recent reports indicate that Citi has begun restricting which cards you can product change to and from. And that’s bad news for customers. Here’s what we know so far.

Cameron Laufer

Citi Flex Pay Partners with Apple Pay: How to Spread Payments Over 3 Months with No Interest

Citi Flex Pay Partners with Apple Pay: How to Spread Payments Over 3 Months with No Interest

December 27, 2025 0

Apple Pay and Citi Flex Pay are partnering to allow shoppers to spread out their spending without interest. With this partnership, shoppers can spend $75 or more and spread the cost over three months without credit card interest or fees while earning Citi ThankYou points. Here's what you need to know.

Skye Class

Citi Adds a Two-Year Extended Warranty Benefit to Two No-Annual-Fee Cards

Citi Adds a Two-Year Extended Warranty Benefit to Two No-Annual-Fee Cards

November 20, 2024 1

Citi recently emailed select cardholders to announce the addition of a new extended warranty benefit to two cards. This benefit is a pleasant surprise if you use such a card to make purchases that could use up to two years of extra coverage for large purchases. Here are the details of all Citi cards we now know have an extended warranty benefit.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed byTyler Glatt

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?

October 3, 2025 0

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.

Ryan Smith & Scott Sikes

Citi Boosts Travel Portal, Pairs With Limited-Time Promotion

Citi Boosts Travel Portal, Pairs With Limited-Time Promotion

December 20, 2025 0

Citi is making some noise with its travel portal, starting with expanding cardholder access and adding a new brand to its hotel offerings. And if you've got the Citi Double Cash® Card tucked in your wallet, Citi has some promotions just for you.

Tyler Glatt

Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card Review: Great for Reducing Credit Card Debt

Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card Review: Great for Reducing Credit Card Debt

May 29, 2024 0

The Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card is a 0% introductory APR credit card that gives cardholders payment flexibility on purchases and balance transfers. The card is a great option for consumers wanting to avoid interest charges, but it isn't the best for those looking for credit card rewards. Is the tradeoff worthwhile? Let's take a closer look.

Samantha Holland & Brett Holzhauer

Reviewed byRyan Smith

How To Track Your Progress Toward a Citi Sign-Up Bonus

How To Track Your Progress Toward a Citi Sign-Up Bonus

May 27, 2024 0

One of Citi's handiest account features is its "Bonus Tracker." It's a built-in widget that counts how much you've spent toward your card's sign-up bonus. You'll find this tool in your Citi account online and in Citi's mobile app. Here's how it works.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byRyan Smith

Now Open for Applications: The Refreshed Citi Strata Premier® Card

Now Open for Applications: The Refreshed Citi Strata Premier® Card

May 16, 2024 0

For those (myself included) who've been waiting earnestly for the scoop on what's changing with Citi Strata Premier® Card, today is your lucky day. The is here and is open to new applicants. Here's what you need to know about the and what aspects of it evolved from the now-retired Citi Strata Premier.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed byErik Paquet

Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Card Review: Free Test Drive, Fair Benefits

Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Card Review: Free Test Drive, Fair Benefits

May 9, 2024 8

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® offers travelers a free checked bag, preferred boarding, and the chance to earn AAdvantage elite status just from spending on the card. Plus, the card is currently offering a solid sign-up bonus of 80,000 bonus miles and a waived annual fee for the first year. Here's our full review to help you decide if it's a good addition to your rewards portfolio.

Mark Jackson & Jess Farley

Reviewed byRyan Smith

Citi Premier Card Shakeup Coming. Here's What We Know (and Don't Know).

Citi Premier Card Shakeup Coming. Here's What We Know (and Don't Know).

May 7, 2024 1

While we know changes are coming to the Citi Strata Premier® Card, we'll be honest that there's a lot we don't know. Rumors are swirling, so let's clear the air. Here's what we know (and what we don't know) about upcoming changes to this card.

Ryan Smith

AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee

AAdvantage® MileUp Card Review: A Mediocre Option for Earning AA Miles With No Annual Fee

April 27, 2024 0

The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® Card is an okay option with no annual fee and a few benefits. It earns 2X on AA purchases and at grocery stores. If you're trying to earn AA miles in as many ways as possible, then you might consider adding this card to your collection. Otherwise, there are better options for benefits. However, for those wanting to earn miles with no annual fee, you might be interested.

Jenna Hansen

Reviewed byRyan Smith

Costco Anywhere Visa® Card Review: Extra Earnings for Costco Fans

Costco Anywhere Visa® Card Review: Extra Earnings for Costco Fans

March 19, 2024 0

The Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi is available exclusively for Costco members, and it earns rewards at Costco warehouses and beyond. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons, earning rates, and how to redeem rewards accrued on the card.

Samantha Holland

Reviewed byRyan Smith

How To Maximize Your Citi Rewards+ 10% Points Rebate

How To Maximize Your Citi Rewards+ 10% Points Rebate

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.

Jenna Hansen

Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® Review: Benefits Justify the Fee

Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard® Review: Benefits Justify the Fee

November 18, 2025 26

Leverage your business expenses to fly for free on American Airlines with the Citi® / AAdvantage Business™ World Elite Mastercard®, thanks to its everyday earnings and solid welcome bonus. Plus, enjoy a suite of benefits when you fly American that can more than pay for the card each year.

Ian Snyder

All of the Cards That Earn Citi ThankYou<sup>®</sup> Points

All of the Cards That Earn Citi ThankYou^® Points

November 17, 2023 1

In the world of points and miles, there are many different types of points. This post goes over everything you need to know about Citi ThankYou® Points. We'll discuss the pros and cons of the cards that earn them, plus how the points can be spent.

Jenna Hansen

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