How to use the Chase Sapphire Reserve annual travel credit

Amid multiple changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) in its recent refresh, a marquee benefit remained unchanged: its $300 annual travel credit. Unlike similar perks on competing cards, this credit is incredibly easy to use for all sorts of travel. The Chase Sapphire Reserve charges a $795 annual fee. But if…

TSA considers ending its shoes-off checkpoint policy

Passengers departing from some U.S. airports may soon be able to leave their shoes on at security checkpoints — whether they have TSA PreCheck access or not. The Transportation Security Administration is beginning to phase out its long-standing policy that required most travelers to remove their shoes for security screening, multiple outlets reported, citing sources…

Amex adds Amsterdam to growing network of Centurion Lounges

American Express is once again flexing its muscle as the leader in credit card-branded airport lounges with yet another new location coming soon. This time, it’s Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which will soon be home to a Centurion Lounge. Amex announced on Tuesday that it would open its 29th Centurion Lounge between Concourses E and…

EVA Airways’ new premium economy cabin to make US debut this fall

Taiwan-based airline EVA Airways is set to bring its brand-new premium economy cabin to the U.S. for the first time. The revamped cabin with premium recliners and new expansive seatback touchscreens will make its U.S. debut when EVA launches its inaugural Taipei service from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) this fall. Back in February,…