Not all of the best travel credit cards come with high annual fees. If you want to pay less than $100 a year, you have plenty of good options to choose from. One example is the Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card, with a $95 annual fee. Not only does it award a 50% bonus on…

It’s only been a few days since American Airlines released the first real-life photos of its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners featuring its novel Flagship Suites concept. Now, those seats are on sale — and we’re seeing some pretty enticing award space in its new business-class cabin for as low as 55,000 miles one-way. As TPG…

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises, which are sister cruise lines operated by Royal Caribbean Group, are both known for offering abundant dining options and engaging nightlife. However, they have different onboard vibes and target different types of cruise travelers. Royal Caribbean’s fleet of more than two dozen ships includes some of the largest vessels at…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) was my first travel credit card. Since I signed up for it in 2016, I have flown to places like London, Istanbul, Mexico City and Tbilisi, Georgia — all on points. It’s safe to say that my first welcome bonus is long gone. When I recently…

Get ready to stretch out a little on board Avelo Airlines. The Houston-based discounter will add more-spacious seating options, Stretch and Stretch+, to its Boeing 737s beginning Sept. 3, Avelo said Tuesday. The new offerings will have between 32 inches and 36 inches of pitch, compared to 29 inches in its standard economy seats. And…

Mid-tier credit cards strike a balance between affordability and robust perks, with annual fees typically ranging from $100 to $350. In the world of airline credit cards, the most head-to-head competitor to the United Quest℠ Card (see rates and fees) — with a $350 annual fee — at this mid-tier level is likely the Delta…

One of the primary factors in applying for a new credit card is to earn the sizable welcome bonus offered. Whatever the bonus offer is (and the card’s other perks), it’s typically worth the hard inquiry on your credit report. Chase offers some of the best travel rewards credit cards, with the top two being…

Make this the year you take off to discover destinations full of charm, history and a few exotic beaches as well. Whether you want to soak in the sun-splashed pools of Palm Springs, California, wander historic alleyways in Savannah, Georgia, or even bask on the sandy shores of St. Kitts, there’s a card that will…

At TPG, we value Chase Ultimate Rewards points at 2.05 cents each, per our May 2025 valuations. This is because we see enormous value in the flexibility of transferring these points to Chase’s 11 airline partners and three hotel partners. While Chase points will transfer at a 1:1 rate to its 14 travel partners, you…

I’m always looking for more ways to earn American Airlines miles for award flights and Loyalty Points toward elite status. Luckily, American AAdvantage has a dining rewards program called AAdvantage Dining that lets you earn miles and Loyalty Points on eligible purchases at participating restaurants, bars and clubs. Here’s what you need to know about…