Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card overview The Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card (see rates and fees) is Marriott’s entry-level personal cobranded credit card. This no-annual-fee card offers a way to earn Marriott Bonvoy points and gives cardholders a jump-start on achieving elite status. However, frequent Marriott guests are better off with a card that charges…

One of the easiest ways to enjoy extra perks during your hotel stay is to book through a credit card issuer’s luxury hotel program, such as the American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts program. Only select American Express cardholders can book stays through the Fine Hotels + Resorts program, and only some hotels and resorts…

Say goodbye to one of the biggest hassles of international travel — that is, if you’re on the right flight. United Airlines just became the latest U.S. carrier to launch a major time-saving program for travelers flying into the U.S. and then making a connection. As part of the new setup, passengers who fly United…

It’s looking increasingly likely that the federal government will shut down without a deal to keep federal funds flowing. This could result in some pretty severe impacts on travel, especially if a shutdown drags on for any great length of time. So-called nonessential government functions will end at midnight Tuesday if legislators and President Donald…

U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa Business Card overview The U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa® Business Card rewards business owners with elevated earnings across multiple popular bonus categories. However, if you’re looking for rewards other than cash back, you may be better off with another option. Overall, the U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa…

American Airlines has a new North American partner. The Fort Worth-based airline on Monday announced a new codeshare agreement with Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier with a fast-growing network of flights on brand-new planes. As part of the arrangement, travelers will be able to earn and redeem American Airlines AAdvantage miles on certain Porter flights…

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, a jewel of the Hilton Honors program, is unveiling the final pieces of a multiyear renovation ahead of a “grand reveal” on Oct. 1. The newest updates to the property include a redesign of all 112 rooms, suites, villas and casitas across the property. These changes encompass new “soothing” lighting…

I started my credit card rewards journey with the Discover it® Cash Back Credit Card over 10 years ago. At the time, it was a perfect fit for my spending habits — until I realized I could be earning a higher reward rate for one of my biggest expenses: groceries. The information for the Discover…

When it comes to premium travel rewards cards, nowadays, consumers have several options. Most of these cards charge high annual fees, but they have benefits, statement credits and bonus-earning categories to help offset those fees. The Platinum Card® from American Express is one of the top premium cards currently on the market with a new…

Icelandic discounter Play Airlines closed its doors Monday after struggling to turn a profit since launching four years ago. In a statement Monday, Play’s board of directors blamed the closure on weak performance and ticket sales in recent months, “following negative media coverage of its operations.” Travelers affected by Play’s shutdown are left with few…