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  • Points & Miles

    Why AMEX Charges a Fee When You Transfer Points to U.S. Airlines

    by joeheg September 12, 2025
    by joeheg September 12, 2025

    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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    I’d Rather Be the Tortoise Than the Hare: Slow and Steady Wins the Points Game

    by joeheg September 6, 2025
    by joeheg September 6, 2025

    I’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 joeheg August 30, 2025
    by joeheg August 30, 2025

    When 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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  • Credit Cards

    Why I’m Finally Dropping the AAdvantage Aviator Red Mastercard

    by joeheg August 29, 2025
    by joeheg August 29, 2025

    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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  • Points & Miles

    Why Do Points Enthusiasts Go Crazy Over Gift Cards?

    by joeheg August 29, 2025
    by joeheg August 29, 2025

    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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  • Credit Cards

    Your Credit Card Application Is Pending—Now What?

    by joeheg August 28, 2025
    by joeheg August 28, 2025

    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 …

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  • Lounges

    The Truth About Airport Lounges: When to Skip the Line

    by joeheg August 26, 2025
    by joeheg August 26, 2025

    That moment when you’ve got an hour till boarding…and then you see this line. The Problem With Lounge Wait Times Lounge access has exploded—premium credit cards, elite perks, day passes, …

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  • Credit Cards

    Is the Citi Strata Premier Still Worth It Now That the Strata Elite Exists?

    by joeheg August 26, 2025
    by joeheg August 26, 2025

    For years, the Citi Strata Premier card has been one of the most valuable ways to unlock Citi’s ThankYou ecosystem. Outside of the long-gone Prestige, it’s the card that enables …

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  • Credit Cards

    Brilliant or Bevy? Breaking Down AMEX’s Marriott Upgrade Offers

    by joeheg August 20, 2025
    by joeheg August 20, 2025

    I’ve had the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card for years. It’s no longer open to new applicants, but I’ve kept it around because it gives me a 35K Free Night …

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  • Hotels

    One NYC Hotel, Many Prices: Which Booking Option Makes Sense?

    by joeheg August 19, 2025
    by joeheg August 19, 2025

    When it comes to booking a hotel, you’d think it would be simple: pick the hotel you want and book it. But these days, that’s far from the case. With …

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