premium credit cards

I just don’t get the metal credit card trend. Maybe it’s because I’m not out to impress anyone with the credit card I’m using. For me, credit cards are a …

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 …

Over the past few years, airport lounge access provided by having a travel credit card has undergone constant changes, making access more restrictive. While lounges are expanding — with new …

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 …

I’ve had the Capital One Venture X for a while, and when it launched, it completely reshaped how people thought about premium travel cards. But I already had or have …

Let’s start with the good news: The Ritz-Carlton Credit Card’s annual fee isn’t increasing. That’s according to Upgraded Points and Miles to Memories, who received confirmation directly from Chase. So …

The Ritz-Carlton Card is really an #IYKYK (if you know, you know) product. So, how does a card that hasn’t been marketed for several years—and is only available by upgrading …

I’ve had the American Express Platinum Card for several years now. At $695 per year, it’s one of the most expensive cards in my wallet. But I’ve continued to renew …

I’ve been around long enough to know about some of the lesser-known credit cards—the ones that aren’t splashed all over TV commercials or banner ads, but quietly deliver serious value. …

The Venture X used to offer one of the most generous lounge access policies among travel rewards cards; arguably too generous. But starting February 1, 2026, that story changes. Capital …