When people think of point redemptions, they usually picture lie-flat seats to Europe or luxury resorts with views straight out of a travel magazine. And sure, those redemptions are incredible when they make sense. But the more I use points, the more I realize that sometimes the best point redemptions are the ones that simply…

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card provides great value to occasional travelers who want to maximize the miles they earn. This card features a $95 annual fee and earns at least 2 miles per dollar on all purchases. Its flashier sibling, the $395-annual-fee Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, offers an enhanced travel…

A referral bonus is a win-win. When you refer a friend to a new card, you earn bonus points, miles or cash back without making any purchases. Your friend can also earn a substantial welcome offer after meeting a spending requirement. Chase’s Refer-A-Friend program is generous. If you hold certain Chase credit cards (including Chase’s…

After numerous false starts, the European Travel Information and Authorization System, which will be required to visit most European countries, will launch in late 2026. But now it will cost even more. After originally pricing the ETIAS fee at 7 euros (roughly $8), the European Union recently increased the cost to 20 euros (about $23)….

For many travelers, airport lounge access is crucial. It not only provides a space to relax before a journey but can also serve as an ideal place to be productive and get work done. This is where American Admirals Club lounges come in. There are more than 50 of them worldwide, and you can get…

Citi cardholders can redeem their Citi ThankYou Rewards points for gift cards or bookings through the Citi Travel portal. However, to maximize your hard-earned points, we recommend transferring them to airline and hotel partners. Citi has 22 transfer partners, split between 15 airline loyalty programs, five hotel programs, the Virgin Red rewards club and one…

If you are a Global Entry applicant with conditional approval but have had trouble scheduling an interview because there is no availability at your closest enrollment center or the next available appointment date is several months away, listen up. On the first Monday of each month at 9 a.m. local time, U.S. Customs and Border…

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…

The City of Light is home to hotels aplenty, ranging from serviceable budget accommodations to luxury digs where your points can help you save some euros. The newest entrant on the scene comes courtesy of Hilton’s upscale LXR Hotels & Resorts brand, and is an under-the-radar, 118-room gem in Paris’s sleepy 7th arrondissement. Sax Paris,…

Aug. 09, 2025 • 2 min read Little-known South American airline adds new route to Washington, DC, its 2nd US city 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 cover all available credit…