Few things say summer like a good road trip. Ever since the days of the Ford Model T, Americans have loved to hit the open roads that stretch from sea to shining sea — it’s a national rite of passage. And whether you want to visit America’s great cities or see all that the national…

Whether you’re a frequent traveler or a beginner to points and miles, there are many reasons the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is a great option for you. But with a $95 annual fee, you may ask, is the Sapphire Preferred worth it? The Sapphire Preferred was my first transferable rewards card…

Whether your perfect summer escape includes sunset sails, mountain breezes, campfire s’mores or all of the above, you don’t need to travel far to make it happen. In fact, this summertime magic can be found within a few hours’ drive of big U.S. cities like San Francisco, Chicago and Boston. From Cape Cod to the…

I highly recommend the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) to a wide range of travelers. With solid earning rates, excellent travel protections and a lucrative welcome offer, there’s plenty to like about this mid-tier card. Speaking of that welcome offer: New Sapphire Preferred cardholders can earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000…

Over the weekend, some eagle-eyed Amex cardholders noticed new language indicating that, beginning Aug. 1, restaurants would need to display a badge on the Resy website showing whether they were eligible for the built-in Resy statement credits* on the American Express® Gold Card (up to $50 biannually) and American Express Platinum Card® (up to $100…

If you feel like you sometimes need a Points PhD to make the most of your credit card rewards, you aren’t alone. While some rewards enthusiasts love diving into airline alliances and transfer sweet spots, that’s not the only way to get strong value from your points. In fact, Chase Ultimate Rewards points offer several…

As a traveler, I’m a proud member of team carry-on. Each time I fly, whether it be for a few days or a few weeks, I strive to fit everything into a carry-on bag. There are plenty of other people who prefer to check a bag, though. Whether you’re on team carry-on or team checked…

Great news — the best-ever offer for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is back. For a limited time, new Sapphire Preferred cardholders can earn a very impressive 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. This rare offer is a full 25,000 points…

Showing loyalty to Celebrity Cruises can get you some great rewards. Like many frequent cruiser programs, Celebrity’s Captain’s Club loyalty program doesn’t offer all that many truly valuable perks at its lower tiers. But as you rise through the status levels, you’ll quickly reach a point where you’re getting all sorts of discounts, freebies and…

The Big Island of Hawaii was the site of a grand gala this month featuring a fabulous multi-course dinner, some of the island’s top Hawaiian musicians, fireworks and dignitaries, with even former Vice President Dan Quayle making an appearance. It was a fitting way to celebrate 60 years, and a $240 million renovation, of the…