I could blame it on motherhood or being in my forties, but the truth is that I’ve always been a bit forgetful and accident-prone. I once walked off an airplane with a single AirPod in my ear, while the other AirPod was tucked safely into its case in the seatback pocket (I got it back…

As soon as people find out that I work for The Points Guy, they almost always follow up with one question: “What’s the best credit card?” My answer is usually, “It depends” — because there truly is no one-size-fits-all credit card that’s best for everyone. Several factors go into determining the best credit card for…

If you’re considering your next card application, two options from Chase may entice you. The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (see rates and fees) and Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) are both popular rewards cards that come with their own suite of perks and key differences — like the fact that the Ink…

For about 80 miles between Portland and The Dalles, Oregon, the Columbia River snakes through the Cascade Mountains past rocky cliffs, towering spires and rushing waterfalls to form a spectacular river canyon. The Columbia River Gorge, which marks the border between Oregon and Washington, is claimed by both states as a natural wonder. It boasts…

Does your day start like this? You mobile-order an iced caramel macchiato, scroll your social feeds and maybe type an AI prompt to help you research a project for work. Italians living on the Calabria peninsula, the “toe” of the country’s “boot,” greet the day a bit differently. They tend a flock of sheep, make…

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees), an uber-popular premium travel credit card, saw a major refresh in June. This update ushered in numerous changes, including the addition of multiple statement credits, automatic elite status and an annual fee increase that typically accompanies these kinds of changes. The card now carries a $795 annual…

Aug. 11, 2025 • 4 min read You can bid on full hotel buyouts, couples trips and more as World of Hyatt celebrates Bunkhouse integration The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t…

After years of anticipation, American Airlines finally unveiled its all-new Flagship Suite business class in May. The airline is slowly rolling out the new fixtures aboard Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners with a premium configuration. ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY Heralding a new era for the airline, the suites have closing doors and radically different finishes and styling…

While Citi offers many cards, only some provide access to the company’s valuable ThankYou Rewards program. Moreover, only cardmembers with select cards can access all the Citi ThankYou Rewards transfer partners and transfer to these partners at the best rates. Whether you’re applying for your first credit card or are a seasoned pro looking for…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) are two of our all-time favorite travel rewards credit cards. Both cards are great for those looking to earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points, but that’s where the overlap ends. The Sapphire Preferred is a popular mid-tier…