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…

Quick take: Incredible service and spacious seats set Qantas’ first-class cabin apart, but the airline is also due for an update to its most premium offering. Pros Passengers can enjoy some of the most comfortable bedding in the skies. Great food and wine menus are available. The service is sincerely warm yet polished and professional….

Using points and miles instead of cash to pay for flights and hotels sounds like a dream come true for any frequent (or even semifrequent) traveler. Actually taking your first steps into this hobby, however, can feel daunting. I remember putting off using the points I’d accumulated for a while, since I felt overwhelmed by…