The points and miles world was buzzing this week, with two announcements from major issuers. The first was Monday’s news about a forthcoming refresh of The Platinum Card® from American Express. Then, we learned Tuesday about a complete revamp of the Chase Sapphire Reserve® set to launch next week (and to affect existing cardmembers as…

For those who call North America home and enjoy the finer things in life (and in the air), you’re in luck: Cathay Pacific just launched the first North American route for its luxurious Aria Suite product. This month, the brand announced that it would launch three return flights per week, starting June 5, from Vancouver…

The first time I went to Seoul, South Korea, back in 2015, I was overwhelmed by the sheer size of the city. Enticed by every neighborhood, I couldn’t decide where to explore, where to eat and where to stay. Back then, reality helped with the last question; I was points-poor and on a backpacker’s budget,…

While your savings will depend on how often you travel, elite status perks can easily save you hundreds — or even thousands — of dollars each year. So why not start ahead every year just by opening a credit card? The Marriott Bonvoy program has the largest footprint worldwide, with more than 8,500 properties in…