We explore the Air France/KLM Flying Blue award program and take a look at some interesting award sweet spots. Flying Blue is a valuable program given its relationship with all five major flexible rewards programs: American Express Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Capital One and Marriott Rewards.

Whether you’re looking to reduce your annual fees or boost your ThankYou Points earnings, Citi offers two excellent no-annual-fee cards that can add thousands of extra points to your balance every year. But there’s a strategy to getting them without locking yourself out of getting another sign-up bonus in the next 24 months. Here’s what you need to know.

With highly valuable miles, a strong elite program, and unique partnerships with global airlines, Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is one of the best U.S. airline loyalty programs. Here we provide a complete guide to Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan, including how to earn and redeem miles, the ins and outs of elite status, and the best Alaska Mileage Plan redemption options.

With so much uncertainty, now is the time to evaluate your card portfolio and consider moving from high-cost cards with travel benefits to a streamlined lineup of low- or no-annual-fee options. Q2 is right around the corner, and we think there could be a historic devaluation of offers combined with an increase in approval difficulty in the coming months. Here’s why.

With state and local governments imposing strict lockdowns, many small-business owners are in a tough spot. Today, we’re covering a pair of no-annual-fee business cards that are offering a $500 cashback bonus and a 0% introductory APR on purchases for 12 months. Whether you’re waiting on federal loan programs or just need a little extra breathing room, these cards can help with short-term financing without the high interest costs.

Three loyalty programs have now suspended the ability to redeem points for most non-travel-related rewards, blaming circumstances resulting from COVID-19. More airline and hotel loyalty programs may follow suit with similar restrictions in the coming days/weeks as travel companies try to preserve cash.

This offer expired on 4/2/2020. With travel at a standstill and the majority of fleets grounded due to Covid-19, collecting airline miles will have slipped down the priority list for many travelers. But, that doesn’t mean it needs to stop completely. The limited-time offers on Delta’s co-brand cards are set to expire on Wednesday, April 1, meaning Delta fans have just days left to apply and take advantage of some of the best offers we’ve ever seen on these cards.

The Hilton Surpass and the IHG Rewards Premier Card both offer valuable welcome bonuses and a long list of cardmember benefits. We break down the offers to see which card provides the best short- and long-term value.

Whether you’re shopping for one or feeding the whole family, most of us head to the shops every week to purchase groceries, and points and miles fans can earn a ton of extra rewards by swiping the right card at the checkout. Groceries are one of life’s essential expenses and provide an excellent opportunity to bag additional points or cash back.