travel credit cards

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 …

The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card is positioned to be the “premium” card of the three co-brand personal Rapid Rewards credit cards offered by Chase If you decide to sign …

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 …

In May 2025, I said goodbye to a card that had been in my wallet for nearly 8 years — the Chase Sapphire Reserve. It was my go-to travel card …

Airline lounges used to be a guaranteed way to escape the airport chaos. Comfortable seating, decent food and drinks, power outlets, and a quiet atmosphere made them a welcome respite. …

When credit card enthusiasts talk about a “trifecta,” or any combination of cards from the same bank, what they’re referring to is a strategy to maximize rewards across different types …

American Express offers a wide variety of cards for both personal and business use. You can choose from co-brand cards with partners like Delta or Marriott, or cards that earn …

Loyalty programs, whether they belong to airlines, hotels, or credit card issuers, are highly sophisticated data and analytics operations. Before they offer any benefit, they’ve already calculated how much it’ll …

I originally wrote this post in 2019, and then updated it in 2020, when airlines and hotels were practically giving away elite status due to the pandemic. Back then, I …

If you’ve been in the points and miles game for a while, you probably have at least one credit card that’s no longer available to new applicants. I call these …