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  • Airlines

    He Paid Nearly $14,000 for a First Class Ticket—and the Internet Had Thoughts

    by SharonKurheg February 25, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 25, 2026

    When travel bloggers score ultra-luxury first class seats, it’s usually thanks to points and miles. Matthew from Live and Let’s Fly wrote about his experience on such a flight a …

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  • Lounges

    American Express Invented the Modern US Airport Lounge. Did Chase Refine It?

    by joeheg February 20, 2026
    by joeheg February 20, 2026

    American Express didn’t just build airport lounges — they created an entire category. Before Centurion Lounges, most U.S. credit-card lounges felt like upgraded waiting rooms. Amex changed expectations with better …

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  • Credit Cards

    Stop Earning 1X on Amazon: The Simple Ways to Get More Points

    by joeheg February 20, 2026
    by joeheg February 20, 2026

    Amazon is the largest company by revenue. So it manages to sneak into almost everyone’s budget — household basics, random gadgets, and last-minute gifts. And if you’re into points and …

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  • Credit Cards

    Amex Transfer Partners Ranked (S to F): The Ones I’d Use — and the Ones I’d Skip

    by joeheg February 19, 2026
    by joeheg February 19, 2026

    American Express Membership Rewards has a long list of transfer partners. But I don’t rank these based on theory. I rank them based on reality — the programs I’ve actually …

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  • Credit Cards

    How Some Businesses Are Quietly Helping Customers Avoid Credit Card Fees

    by joeheg February 19, 2026
    by joeheg February 19, 2026

    One of the “perks” of an expensive car repair is that it’s a pretty easy way to generate a big chunk of credit card spend. I don’t mean I want …

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  • Credit Cards

    United TravelBank Isn’t Working For Amex Credits — But That’s Not The Real Story

    by joeheg February 18, 2026
    by joeheg February 18, 2026

    Over the past few days, several blogs have reported that buying United TravelBank funds may no longer trigger the American Express airline fee credit. The story picked up steam after …

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  • Credit Cards

    Citi Strata Premier’s $100 Hotel Credit: How to Use It (Step-by-Step

    by joeheg February 18, 2026
    by joeheg February 18, 2026

    The Citi Strata Premier is one of those cards that makes perfect sense… if you use it the way Citi expects you to use it. Not for lounge access. Not …

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  • Points & Miles

    Positioning Flights: How to Unlock International Award Travel (Without Getting Burned)

    by joeheg February 15, 2026
    by joeheg February 15, 2026

    When it comes to booking international award flights, flexibility is your best friend. And no, we’re not just talking about being flexible with your destination or travel dates. Sometimes, you …

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  • Credit Cards

    The World of Hyatt Card’s Hidden Power: Timing Your Way to 5 Free Nights

    by joeheg February 10, 2026
    by joeheg February 10, 2026

    The World of Hyatt credit card hasn’t changed in any dramatic way. No flashy new benefit. No surprise promo. No “limited-time enhancement” email. And yet, looking at it a little …

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  • Points & Miles

    You Can Only Pick One Lyft Rewards Partner: Here’s the Best Choice for 2026

    by joeheg February 7, 2026
    by joeheg February 7, 2026

    If you use Lyft even a few times a month — or just occasionally when you travel — you’ve probably noticed something: the rewards side keeps shifting. And in 2026, …

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