Premium credit cards are often marketed as the ultimate tool for travelers, packed with perks like airport lounge access, travel credits, elite status and elevated earning rates. But with annual fees that can reach almost $900, many people wonder: Are these cards truly worth the cost? The truth is, these cards can deliver tremendous value…

Business credit cards come with a host of benefits that can offset the fees you pay to hold them. But if you want to really get outsize value on your investment, the key is redeeming your points or miles in a smart way. Business owners spend much of their time figuring out how to make…

There are tons of great cobranded hotel credit cards on the market. Some top products, however, have sky-high annual fees, costing cardholders hundreds of dollars each year. While frequent travelers can fully utilize the earning rates and benefits that come with those cards, it’s not always feasible for casual travelers — or even frequent travelers…

Few things in life entice me more than a big welcome bonus on a rewards credit card. There are many great bonuses vying for my attention right now, and despite maintaining a healthy credit score, it isn’t sensible for me to apply for all of them. Writing about credit cards and points and miles on…

What would you do with 100,000 Citi ThankYou Rewards points? That question could inspire brainstorms of dream trips to fantastic destinations like Hawaii, France or Japan. Plus, now is a great time to start thinking about earning ThankYou Rewards points. With the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees), new cardholders can earn 100,000…

Sometimes, you just want to leave the vacation planning to someone else. Whether it’s an epic trip to America’s best-known national parks, a multiday visit to Paris and France’s chateaux country or an exploration of the Inca ruins of Peru, the most rewarding vacations also can be some of the hardest to plan. Do you…

There’s a lot of walking tour companies in Paris. I’ve taken hundreds (I’ve reviewed my favorite tour companies in this post). Besides formal tours, there’s another thing I love to do in Paris: Airbnb Experiences. Airbnb Experiences are like the holy grail of tours: they are unique, off-the-beaten path, and run by locals who just…

There’s a lot of tours in New York City (I’ve highlighted my favorites here) but I think one thing people don’t do enough of is Airbnb experience. Most of us know Airbnb through their stay features but they also have a lot of experiences where you can get a local to show you around. I…

Citi and American Airlines are expanding their cobranded credit card lineup with the launch of the new Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard®, available starting today. It’s been a busy year for Citi. In July, the bank launched its top-tier Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees) and added American Airlines AAdvantage as a Citi…

What’s the newest Disney Cruise Line ship? It’s something you’ll want to know if you’re in the market for a Disney cruise. The newest Disney Cruise Line ship is typically also the Disney Cruise Line ship with the most bells and whistles and the most up-to-date cabins, restaurants, bars and attractions. It’s what you want…