Whether you opened your first-ever credit card in the pursuit of free travel or already had a few accounts before you found this incredible world of points and miles, your first couple of moves will be highly scripted, thanks to Chase’s 5/24 rule. The issuer uses this rule to automatically reject applicants who have opened…

Delta Air Lines wants to take you to Europe next summer. The Atlanta-based carrier unveiled on Friday its transatlantic schedule for summer 2025, and it includes six new routes, an exciting new destination and expanded service to some of the most popular markets across Europe. There’s lots to get excited about, especially if you’re planning…

Portugal’s picturesque capital is one of my favorite cities in the world. I always enjoy my time wandering its labyrinthine streets, enjoying the stunning ocean views, and sipping an endless flow of wine. Perched on the southern edge of the country’s west coast, Lisbon (or Lisboa, as the locals call it) offers an amazing blend…

Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card overview The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card is the middle of the pack for Southwest personal credit cards. While airline credit cards generally don’t have many perks, the absence of foreign transaction fees and the 6,000-anniversary bonus points should help offset this card’s reasonable $99 annual fee. Card…

Although Hyatt’s growing portfolio may still be smaller than Marriott and Hilton, the hotel brand has earned a phenomenal reputation among value-seeking award travelers. Not only is it easy to earn World of Hyatt points, but Hyatt’s lengthy list of hotels contains some of the most luxurious properties around the globe. Looking to include a…

Looking to celebrate Halloween in a truly spooky fashion? Why not try and brave a night at one of the most haunted hotels in the world? From glamorous Hollywood high-rises to Dublin’s stately “Grand Dame,” there’s no shortage of haunted hotels you can book — in some cases, with points — to get into the…