Capital One Venture Rewards vs. Venture X: Worth extra $300?

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card provides great value to occasional travelers who want to maximize the miles they earn. This card features a $95 annual fee and earns at least 2 miles per dollar on all purchases. Its flashier sibling, the $395-annual-fee Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, offers an enhanced travel…

Chase card referral bonus guide: How to refer a friend

A referral bonus is a win-win. When you refer a friend to a new card, you earn bonus points, miles or cash back without making any purchases. Your friend can also earn a substantial welcome offer after meeting a spending requirement. Chase’s Refer-A-Friend program is generous. If you hold certain Chase credit cards (including Chase’s…

The EU’s ETIAS ‘visa’ will launch in 2026: Here’s what you need to know

After numerous false starts, the European Travel Information and Authorization System, which will be required to visit most European countries, will launch in late 2026. But now it will cost even more. After originally pricing the ETIAS fee at 7 euros (roughly $8), the European Union recently increased the cost to 20 euros (about $23)….