Beyond welcome bonuses, points and miles aren’t always the easiest to earn. That’s why I advocate for stacking your card’s earning rates with shopping portal bonuses and other promotions whenever you can. That’s exactly what I did recently when I purchased three tickets for my parents and me to see the Portland Timbers while they…

Sometimes, simplicity is king. And that’s certainly the case with the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. The Venture Rewards is a card I frequently recommend to beginners who want to earn rewards they can maximize for travel. Why? Because for a reasonable $95 annual fee, the card earns at least 2 miles per dollar…

London routinely ranks among the world’s most-visited cities. It is home to incredible museums, a fabulous theater scene, great restaurants, luxurious hotels and its main airport, Heathrow (LHR), is a hub for multiple airlines, making it a great stopping-over point on a larger trip. That said, the British capital is well worth visiting on its…

If you have a Capital One credit card, you may be able to earn extra rewards on purchases through Capital One Offers. Similar to Amex Offers and Chase Offers, the program gives eligible cardholders access to shopping deals that can help them save on purchases they were already planning to make. Here’s how Capital One…

Here’s the fun part about American Express Membership Rewards: You don’t necessarily need to spend more to earn more points. You need the right card in your hand at the right time. The best Amex setup shouldn’t require a flowchart. It should feel almost effortless, with your points balance growing in the background while every…