points & miles

If you collect points and miles long enough, every new premium card starts to look the same: big annual fee, big welcome bonus, and a bunch of credits you may …

If you’ve ever visited Nantucket, MA, you know the island really has two seasons: “expensive” and “are you kidding me?” My wife Sharon was only there for one night between …

When the Chase Sapphire Reserve launched in 2016, it felt like the travel card to end all travel cards. I jumped on board, kept it for years, and happily paid …

Once upon a time, the Chase Sapphire Preferred was the darling of the miles and points universe. It earned valuable Ultimate Rewards points with bonus points for spending on travel …

For years, travelers have joked that European hotel rooms are so small you can touch every wall without even getting out of bed. In London, Paris or Munich, it’s just …

When you’re heading to a Hyatt property, there’s one decision you’ll want to make before you check in: Which credit card should you use to pay for your stay? Even …

Understanding what airline alliances are—and which airlines belong to each—is a key that unlocks the door to the next level of miles and points earning and usage. The basics of …

Airlines like to reinvent themselves from time to time — new uniforms, refreshed cabin interiors, updated frequent flyer programs. In 2021, JetBlue decided to try something a little different: it …

Southwest has spent months announcing its big upcoming changes — assigned seating, extra-legroom seats, charging fees for checked bags, and the end of EarlyBird and Upgraded Boarding. What didn’t get …

It’s the type of travel that nightmares are made out of. You think you have everything all planned out so nothing will go wrong. And then karma— or, as in …