Amex Business Platinum set to change 2 popular statement credits

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is a premium business card with a steep $695 annual fee (see rates and fees), but the benefits and statement credits can easily offset that fee. Some notable statement credits, which were set to expire in June, come from popular brands many businesses use, like Dell and Adobe….

17 Ways to Cut Your Expenses & Save Money for Travel in 2025

Get out a sheet of paper and write down all your set expenses: rent/mortgage, car payments, cable/streaming bill, cell phone, insurance, school payments, etc. Tally them up. Then write down all your discretionary spending. This is what you spend on food, movie nights, drinks, shopping, that daily coffee from Starbucks, your daily midday snack, and…

Carnival to supersize water parks for next 2 megaships, including 1 to sail from Port Canaveral

It’s slated to be a busy few years for Carnival Cruise Line. From new vessels to investments in its private destinations and an upcoming overhaul of its loyalty program, the self-described “fun ship” line is leaning into the trend of new megaships offering differentiated experiences for guests while trying to drive deeper loyalty from frequent…

Having problems using your Hilton gift cards? Try this trick that worked for me

I’m a big Hilton loyalist. Receiving room upgrades, free breakfast and late checkout with my Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card makes me a big fan of the brand. I also hold The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, which offers quarterly credits for Hilton purchases. I and many other savvy points and miles enthusiasts…