Seven years ago, budget airlines were on a roll. With rock-bottom fares and tons of flights to vacation hot spots, ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines raked in cash by wooing travelers with the chance to fly for less than the cost of a meal out — especially if you could fit all…

If you’re a Chase Sapphire or Freedom cardholder, you now have a new benefit through Dec. 31: Earn an additional 10 points per dollar spent (on up to $1,500 per month) when you check out with Paze at participating merchants. This is notable news for anyone trying to rack up Ultimate Rewards points, since it…

Maximizing loyalty programs and credit card rewards have taken me to more than 60 countries in my lifetime, and I’ve tried just about every tip out there — using transfer bonuses, snagging cards with limited-time welcome offers, double- or triple-dipping, and even mattress and mileage running. But one of my strategies is nowhere near as…

We often cover which credit cards to get, when cards have the best-ever bonuses, how to maximize various card perks, and more. And it’s for good reason. Rewards credit cards can unlock the ability to travel more for less. I should know: I currently have 25 open card accounts, and each serves a purpose in…

Air France-KLM Flying Blue is a popular loyalty program, in no small part due to its monthly Flying Blue Promo Rewards. And, starting May 19, cardholders of the Air France KLM Visa Signature® Credit Card can earn up to 3 Flying Blue miles per dollar spent on their rent payments. The information for the Air…

American Express cardmembers can earn bonus Membership Rewards points, airline miles and hotel points by referring friends and family members to eligible cards. Depending on the card you carry and the current offer attached to your account, referral bonuses can be quite lucrative — especially if you regularly recommend cards to people in your orbit…

JetBlue is making a big push in Fort Lauderdale, where it’s hoping to cement its place as the city’s top airline in the wake of Spirit Airlines. But there are only so many planes to go around. So, as JetBlue adds a host of new routes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the carriers is…

Retirement often changes the way you spend — and the kinds of credit card perks that matter most. While some retirees prioritize travel benefits and airport lounge access, others may care more about maximizing rewards on groceries, gas, medical expenses or everyday purchases. The best credit cards for seniors and retirees can help stretch a…

Allegiant Air is betting it can help fill a Spirit Airlines-sized void in South Florida. The budget airline on Tuesday announced four new routes launching this fall from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which was Spirit’s home base until it folded earlier this month. Allegiant’s FLL expansion includes new service to New England and the…

The Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card (see rates and fees) comes with a generous welcome offer of 60,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. This card is the mid-tier version of the Wells Fargo Autograph® Card (see rates and fees), which is currently offering 20,000 bonus…