Before adding the American Express Platinum Card® to my wallet, I analyzed my current credit card setup. The Amex Platinum’s $895 annual fee (see rates and fees) was more than enough to prompt a review of my current strategy. At the time, I had only one card in my wallet with an annual fee exceeding…

When you sail on a Disney cruise, everyone gets access to included food, good service and great entertainment. But there’s a class of cabins that gives guests a bit of extra pixie dust: Disney Cruise Line concierge level. Disney Cruise Line sits toward the pricier end of the cruising spectrum, even in the most basic…

With the sun setting on 2025, we’ve been musing on what new and exciting changes for credit cards, points and miles may arrive in 2026. The past year featured enough product launches, card refreshes and program changes to make our heads spin, so we’re eager to see if that momentum continues into the new year….

Some folks are already working on their New Year’s resolutions, perhaps setting goals related to wellbeing, health or finances. Meanwhile, others are likely using the last bits of 2025 to start scheming on where to take their first trip of 2026. For the types who can’t resist planning their next vacation (even when they’re currently…