Frontier Airlines is out with its latest ploy to win over customers who have historically opted to fly Southwest Airlines. The Denver-based ultra-low-cost carrier this week announced an unusual status match of sorts … actually, “status opportunity” might be the correct term. Between now and April 30, any Southwest Rapid Rewards member can instantly earn…

Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is a hub for two of the largest U.S. carriers: American Airlines and United Airlines. And while airlines frequently compete at key airports nationwide, hometown carrier United wants travelers to know that it’s the best choice for people based in Chicago. The airline recently rolled out an all-new localized marketing…

When many credit card enthusiasts hear “credit card refresh,” the typical reaction is an exasperated sigh as thoughts of higher annual fees and more complicated benefits come to mind. That’s exactly how I reacted when I heard that Chase was overhauling its slate of United cards. I have the United℠ Explorer Card (see rates and…

Points and miles mean different things to different people. For some, a huge stash of points means a first-class ticket with free-flowing Champagne, an airplane seat in a pod with a closing door and maybe even a refreshing shower in the sky. For other people, points and miles might be less about that one epic…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points are one of the most valuable transferable currencies you can earn. Because of this — and Chase’s 5/24 rule — many people start with an Ultimate Rewards-earning card when they first get into points and miles. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) currently offers a hearty welcome bonus…