If you’ve moved abroad (or plan to), you’ve likely discovered that no other country offers credit card points as lucratively as the United States. But there’s no need to resign yourself to paying cash for your travels or never seeing another six-figure bonus offer. With a few specific strategies, you can keep earning big welcome…

American Airlines is joining its competitors and raising checked bag fees in a move that was hardly surprising after most of the airline industry did the same in recent days. But American’s shakeup, announced Thursday, is the biggest we’ve seen so far in this wave of changes — and it goes well beyond bags. The…

Whether you’re new to the world of points and miles or just looking for the best ways to level up your current card portfolio, a strategic credit card pairing is one of the easiest ways to maximize your earning potential. You’ve likely heard of the most popular card groupings — the Chase Trifecta and the…

Traveling is a great way to explore the world and experience a variety of cultures, but international travel can require a lot of planning. From finding the best flights to deciding on where to stay and navigating the actual travel journey to your destination, there’s a lot to consider. Thankfully, there are two popular travel…

For weeks, travelers have seen headlines about surging oil and jet fuel costs as well as warnings about higher airfare. New numbers show just how pricey it’s getting. Domestic summer fares are currently trending nearly 15% higher than last year, according to data provided by our partners at Points Path. In dollars and cents, that…

For many of us, rent or mortgage payments are among our highest monthly expenses. And a lot of the time, you’re stuck making these payments through bank accounts instead of using credit cards to earn valuable travel rewards on your spending. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In fact, there are many companies…

A unique experience-based benefit is expanding for those who have the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees). The Supper Club Dining Series, a hosted culinary event exclusively for Strata Elite Card holders, will expand its curated offerings to five more cities across the U.S. this year. If you have a Strata Elite Card,…

It’s been less than a year since Southwest Airlines ended its longtime “bags fly free” policy and started charging most customers to check a bag. Now, the airline is raising its prices. Southwest just revealed the cost to check a bag will rise from $35 to $45 beginning with tickets booked later this week. That’s…

Despite switching to dynamic pricing in 2024, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club continues to offer noteworthy Saver-level fares and attractive partner award charts. Though booking through this U.K.-based carrier loyalty program can sometimes be costly when factoring in taxes and fees and additional surcharges on award tickets, some sweet spots remain. Plus, since Flying Club partners…

When Marriott acquired Starwood Preferred Guest, it merged three separate loyalty programs — SPG, Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Marriott Rewards — into Marriott Bonvoy in 2019. This combination has resulted in one of the largest loyalty programs worldwide, with over 235 million members worldwide (as of early 2026) who can earn and redeem points at almost…