10 best ways to use 150K Chase Ultimate Rewards points

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) is currently offering its highest-public offer we’ve ever seen, where new cardholders can earn 150,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Based on TPG’s May 2026 valuation of Chase Ultimate Rewards points, that welcome bonus is worth over…

First look: The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort

Walking into the open-air lobby of the newly minted Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort captures the essence of what many hotels aim to impart on their guests: leaving stress at the door and stepping into a state of all-encompassing relaxation. It’s fitting for a Westin, as the brand weaves an ethos of wellbeing throughout…

A complete guide to the Amex Gold dining credit

The American Express® Gold Card comes with plenty of perks, including 4 points per dollar spent on dining and purchases at U.S. supermarkets. Earning bonus points on dining and U.S. supermarkets is capped at $50,000 annually and $25,000 annually (respectively), and you receive 1 point per dollar spent after reaching those caps. You’ll also receive…