As I looked up information about the American Express Centurion Lounge, I discovered something I didn’t know. I was planning to visit the Philadelphia airport location before my flight, and …
Credit Cards
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Funny Stuff
Beating the System: Loopholes Travelers Found & Exploited
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe world is fraught with ways to somehow beat the system. A candy machine that spits out two chocolate bars instead of one. A website that lists discount codes people …
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One underrated perk of the American Express Platinum Card is automatic Gold Elite status with Marriott Bonvoy. Here’s how it works, how to activate it, and whether it’s actually worth …
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For almost all of our trips, I’ll use points and miles to cover airfare and hotels. That’s still the core of my credit card strategy, and it’s how we get …
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I like to earn flexible miles because I can transfer them to where and when I need them. American Express is the only flexible currency that partners with Delta, so …
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Points & Miles
I’d Rather Be the Tortoise Than the Hare: Slow and Steady Wins the Points Game
by joehegby joehegI’ve been earning points and miles with credit cards for over twenty-five years. I originally had an older version of the American Express Gold Card that earned 1.5x on travel …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
The Trick to Earning Extra Credit Card Points on Disney & Theme Park Tickets
by joehegby joehegWhen you’re planning a trip to a theme park, there are many things to plan for in your budget. No matter if it’s a summer/fall trip to your local amusement …
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For a long time, the Barclays AAdvantage® Aviator® Red Mastercard® was a no-brainer card to keep if you flew American Airlines even occasionally. At $99 a year, the airline perks …
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If you read other websites that talk about points and miles, you’ll see articles about purchasing gift cards, and you might wonder, “Why? What’s the purpose of using a credit …
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When it comes to applying for credit cards, I put us in the middle of the pack. My wife Sharon and I sign up for enough cards to provide points …