Although it has just 48 guest rooms and 25 suites, the Mandarin Oriental, Munich feels anything but diminutive. That’s thanks to the fact that its home is an imposing 19th-century edifice originally constructed by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a grand venue to host royal events, concerts and debutante balls. ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY…

My friend flashed me a new credit card and said, “This is the latest one; it’s a must.” It was September 2016 and my first encounter with the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees). At the time, I only held a cash-back credit card and a cobranded airline credit card, but I took his…

American Airlines will give winter-weary travelers some warm-weather escapes later this year. The Fort Worth-based airline announced this week that it would add three new routes across Latin America for the winter season. The new flights include service between Chicago and two destinations in Mexico: Mexico City and Queretaro. American will also add service between…

I’m an unabashed fan of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card (so much so that I wrote a whole story touting my love for this card). The Delta Amex Reserve has gotten me into many a Delta Sky Club airport lounge, awarded me with an annual companion certificate so I can bring a friend…

Whether you’re planning on walking 10,000 steps per day on Rome’s cobblestone streets, relaxing poolside in Greece or introducing your kids to the culinary wonders of Paris this summer, a trip to any European country requires a few key items to stay cool, calm and collected during the hottest months of the year. For tips…

Planning a summer vacation can be tricky, right? Do you stick with the same tried-and-true destinations you’ve loved in the past, brave the crowds on a European adventure or head somewhere with cooler weather to escape the summer heat? If you’re looking to visit a destination that’s a little more under the radar in the…

If you want to maximize your odds of getting an upgrade on a United flight, you’ll definitely want to check out this new feature. United will now let passengers take a look at their position on the upgrade list starting a full 30 days before departure. This new in-app feature is launching in beta and…

It’s worth reserving a spot in your wallet for a premium business card (or two). The right option can provide lounge access, a great welcome bonus, useful statement credits and strong protections. The wrong choice, however, can leave your bottom line needlessly burdened by an annual fee you aren’t getting any value out of. With…

Earlier this year, Bilt surveyed its members about what they’d like to see in a new card product. Now, it’s taking those insights to heart with the announcement of three new credit cards developed based on member feedback. And there’s more: Thanks to $250 million in new funding, the company is speeding up its expansion…

We get it — mastering points and miles is no easy feat. You may have already seen our guide to getting started with points and miles, but what happens once you’re ready to cash those points in for a trip? Maximizing points and miles to travel luxuriously without breaking the bank doesn’t need to be…