Capital One airline and hotel transfer partners: How to maximize your miles

Capital One’s travel rewards ecosystem has become a serious contender for savvy points and miles collectors. With more than 15 airline and hotel partners, most of which offer 1:1 transfer ratios, Capital One miles can unlock exceptional value when used strategically. Whether you’re eyeing premium‑cabin flights or stretching your miles for everyday trips, Capital One’s…

Delta speeds Seoul-Atlanta connections starting Wednesday

The airport experience keeps getting less stressful for passengers flying to the U.S. from abroad — especially for travelers hurrying to catch a connecting flight. In recent months, we’ve seen the U.S. relax some security protocols for passengers after a long intercontinental flight. This specifically applies to flights from the U.K. and Australia. Up next…

Why one of my most used cards when traveling abroad may surprise you

I’m always thinking about earning and redeeming points and miles and constantly asking myself, what’s the best card to use? Points and miles have helped me substantially fund my travels over the years, as I’ve traveled to nearly 90 countries. Throughout my travels, there’s one card I seem to use more frequently than expected. In…

Citi credit cards: Best time to apply based on offer history

When you’re considering a new credit card, you’ll want to factor in the value of its welcome bonus. That’s because many welcome offers provide a sizable chunk of a card’s first-year value. Most credit cards will occasionally offer elevated bonuses for new cardholders, which means the number of points you collect upfront will vary. With…

Reader mistake story: 4 travel insurance errors to avoid

Charles and Linda Stricker made four common but disastrous travel insurance mistakes before, during and after their last vacation. Those easily avoidable errors put nearly $3,000 of the couple’s cash in peril. The Strickers’ problems began when they purchased a comprehensive travel insurance policy but neglected to read it. That oversight caused a cascade of…

Which Sapphire product is best? 2 TPG experts vehemently disagree

Nick Ewen: Hey, everyone! Nick Ewen, senior editorial director here at The Points Guy, and really excited to talk about one of my favorite card products that just underwent a major refresh. This is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees), one of the 20-plus cards that I currently carry in my wallet, and…

Capital One announces new welcome offers on rewards cards

New, limited-time welcome offers have arrived on three cards from Capital One. The Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards Credit Card, Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card will provide new cardholders with a $100 Capital One Travel credit (to be used in their first cardholder year). The…

The 4 best things about my first-ever all-inclusive beach resort experience: Almare, a Luxury Collection Resort

After years of editing and reading articles about all-inclusive beach resorts, I finally took the leap on my very first all-inclusive beach trip. In June, I traveled to Isla Mujeres, a small but accessible island off the coast of Cancun, Mexico (which is a popular all-inclusive resort destination in and of itself). Isla Mujeres is…