It’s been two years since I accepted an offer to upgrade my American Express Gold card to a Platinum AMEX. I wasn’t sure if the card was worth the $695 …
travel rewards
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When it comes to using points for hotel stays, most people agree that Hyatt points are the most valuable. During our stay at the Grand Hyatt Kauai, we redeemed our …
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The Perfect Pair: Best Credit Cards for Beginners to Maximize Travel Rewards How to Start Your Travel Points Journey with the Right Card Duo When people who have been collecting …
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It’s a great feeling when you can use loyalty points to pay for your travels. It’s an even better feeling when you can use those points to travel in a …
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The American Express Platinum Card is one of the “Fab Four” premium travel cards. Along with Capital One Venture X, Citi Prestige and Chase Sapphire Reserve, it earns flexible award …
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Points & Miles
Why My Starbucks Delta SkyMiles Targeted Offer is More Difficult Than Others
by joehegby joehegSince the partnership began in 2022, I’ve been earning Delta SkyMiles for my Starbucks purchases. You can link your Delta SkyMiles and Starbucks Rewards accounts and earn one mile per dollar …
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Credit Cards
Was I Approved for the Marriott Bonvoy Business AMEX? Here’s What Happened
by joehegby joehegI wish I could give up on Delta SkyMiles and Marriott Bonvoy. Unfortunately, both programs are important to us based on our travel patterns. Delta flies to many destinations we …
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Credit Cards
6 Reasons Why the Chase United Explorer Card is Worth the Annual Fee
by joehegby joehegThe annual fee for the Chase United Explorer card is $95. Now that we’re will to fly with United after a long hiatus, I’m looking at getting the card again. …
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Points & Miles
The Risks of Transferrable Points for Travel Rewards: What You Need to Know
by joehegby joehegI recommend earning transferrable points rather than points in a single loyalty program. For instance, I would prefer earning Chase Ultimate Rewards points over points with Aeroplan, Hyatt, or United. …
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Credit Cards
Best Credit Cards for Airfare Purchases: Co-Brand vs. Flexible Points
by joehegby joehegAll of the larger airlines in the U.S. offer co-brand credit cards. They provide extra benefits to cardholders, from ones with no annual fees to premium cards costing up to …