When it comes to writing lounge reviews, that’s usually my area. Hi, I’m Joe and I’m the one who actually cares about lounge access, amenities, food quality, and all the …
Chase Sapphire Reserve
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Lounges
How to Access a Chase Sapphire Lounge Without a Sapphire Reserve or Ritz-Carlton Card
by joehegby joehegFor domestic travel, we no longer plan our trips around airport lounges. While visiting a lounge is nice, it’s not a deciding factor when choosing an airline or departure airport. …
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Points & Miles
50% Transfer Bonus From Chase Ultimate Rewards to Marriott Bonvoy – Worth It?
by joehegby joehegI’ve had a Chase Sapphire Preferred or Reserve card for over a decade, and I’ve always treated Ultimate Rewards points like gold. With all the transfer partners Chase offers, there’s …
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For a long time, Southwest Airlines knew exactly who they were. They weren’t like every other airline, and that was a deliberate choice. Their open boarding process? People either loved …
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In May 2025, I said goodbye to a card that had been in my wallet for nearly 8 years — the Chase Sapphire Reserve. It was my go-to travel card …
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When Chase launched that massive 100,000-point bonus on the Sapphire Preferred, I made a big move: I canceled my Sapphire Reserve so I could apply. I even wrote about it …
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Credit Cards
I May Have Made a Huge Mistake Trying to Get the 100K Sapphire Preferred Sign-Up Offer
by joehegby joehegIf you hadn’t heard, there’s a great sign-up offer going on for the Chase Sapphire Preferred. Since April 3, Chase has offered 100,000 bonus points for spending $5,000 in the …
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Ground Transportation (Bus, Lyft, Subway, Taxi, Train, Uber, etc.)
Chase and Lyft Extend Their Points Partnership Through September 2027
by joehegby joehegIf you’ve been earning bonus points with Chase when riding Lyft, good news—your rides will keep racking up rewards for a while longer. Back in 2020, Chase and Lyft teamed …
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If you’re planning a cruise, there’s more to consider than just the itinerary, cabin type, or excursions—you also want to think strategically about how you pay for it. That’s because …
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There’s an old adage that headlines travel fast, but the truth takes its time catching up. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the world of credit card benefits and …