The best ways to travel to Hawaii with points and miles

The Aloha State offers something for everyone, from the bustling city of Honolulu on Oahu to the quiet black-sand beaches of the Big Island, Kauai’s lush rainforests and Maui’s volcanic Haleakala National Park. Of course, a destination this dreamy doesn’t come cheap, and Hawaii has garnered a reputation for being almost as pricey as it…

What happens to your points and miles after you die?

Losing a loved one is never easy. Determining what to do with their points and miles can be complicated, especially when you’re managing many aspects after their passing. Fortunately, many programs have flexible policies that allow you to transfer points and miles after a death. If you’re currently deciding what to do with your deceased…

Amex expands Platinum airfares, ends Lufthansa lounge access

American Express has made two announcements affecting holders of the American Express Platinum Card® and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, and it’s both good and bad news for cardmembers. The first is a revamping of the premium airfare program discounts to extend to select domestic economy fares. The second is less welcome news:…

EES: Europe’s new Entry/Exit System is now fully operational

Following a six-month phased launch that began in October, Europe’s new border control process is fully operational as of April 10. The new digital Entry/Exit System tracks the travels of non-European Union citizens, including Americans, to certain European countries using biometric data for stays of up to 90 days. That means the next time you…