Credit card fraud vs. identity theft — how to know the difference

Credit card fraud and identity theft are two terms you have probably heard before. And if you’ve been unlucky, you may have even fallen victim to one of these two crimes yourself. However, credit card fraud and identity theft aren’t the same. Both may involve the theft of information that belongs to you, but one…

Wells Fargo Rewards program: How to earn, redeem and transfer points

Alongside the launch of the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card (see rates and fees), Wells Fargo revamped its travel rewards program, adding a total of six transfer partners — five airlines and one hotel — to its Wells Fargo Rewards program. In September, the credit card rewards program announced another transfer partner: Virgin Atlantic Flying…

United debuts new international service to Caribbean destination

United Airlines will add a new country to its route map with the inauguration of flights to Dominica. The Chicago-based airline filed plans over the weekend to launch weekly flights from its hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM) in Dominica, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by…

Wyndham Rewards Earner Card review: Full details

Wyndham Rewards Earner Card overview The Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card is a no-annual-fee card from an underrated hotel brand with some properties that really provide outsize value. You don’t have to stay frequently at Wyndham properties to consider adding this card to your wallet. It offers solid perks like automatic elite status and decent earnings…

The 5 Best Hotels in Boston

Boston, with its rich history, wide-open green spaces, and first-rate museums, is a must-visit city for any traveler. While I may be biased (I grew up here), I think more people should visit — especially history buffs and foodies. Whether you’re strolling the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill, exploring the bustling Seaport District, or enjoying…

JetBlue canceled our flight. Why do we have to pay $589 extra to take our trip?

Lisa Logan had always dreamed of visiting Paris. So when her adult son, Bennett, recommended that his parents meet him in the City of Light this Christmas, she eagerly agreed. Bennett helped his mom and dad book round-trip business-class flights on JetBlue from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) via…