Capital One has developed a reputation for offering straightforward rewards credit cards that make earning rewards easy. That’s why I chose the issuer for my very first card. The Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card gave me an affordable, simplistic entry point to travel rewards, and it held a slot in my wallet for over…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points make an excellent foundation for an award traveler’s portfolio. Like other transferable loyalty currencies, these points can be redeemed for highly valuable awards through airline and hotel transfer partners. As with any transferable points program, an essential aspect of using Chase Ultimate Rewards points is knowing how long it takes to…

When you look at the Marriott Bonvoy elite status requirements and benefits, it’s clear Platinum Elite status is the sweet spot. Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status offers many valuable perks that can enhance your stays, including: Room upgrades: Upgrades, including suites, based on availability upon arrival and as determined by participating properties Lounge access: Lounge…

The company behind Air France’s posh new La Premiere cabin is at it again — this time, with a business-class concept sporting a double bed-style setup for two passengers. Last week in Germany, French seatmaker Stelia unveiled its newest premium accommodations that, it claims, offer passengers much of the moving, stretching and relaxing space more…

In a stunning change of events, American Airlines has officially announced that it’ll make inflight Wi-Fi connectivity free beginning next year. The Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier is teaming up with AT&T to offer flyers complimentary Wi-Fi on all Viasat- and Intelsat-equipped aircraft. Free Wi-Fi will launch starting in January, with the airline planning to offer…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points are among the most useful and valuable currencies you can collect. If you could translate Chase points to dollars, they’d be worth 2.05 cents each based on TPG’s April 2025 valuations — but you can get far more (or less) value from your Chase points depending on how you redeem them….

Avios are quickly becoming one of the most popular loyalty currencies in Europe — and worldwide. While British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus and Aer Lingus AerClub have long used Avios as their loyalty currency, Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Finnair Plus have now followed suit. What is unique and valuable about Avios is that…

For a limited time only, Citi cardholders can receive a 30% bonus when transferring ThankYou Rewards points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. ThankYou Rewards members typically get a 1:1 transfer ratio, meaning you’ll typically get 1,000 Virgin points for transferring 1,000 ThankYou points. However, from now until May 17, you’ll get 1,300 Virgin points instead…

Every year, the TPG Awards honor excellence in credit cards, loyalty programs and travel. Please click here to read more about our winner selection process and methodology for the 2024 TPG Awards. Chase has snagged the award for Best Travel Rewards Credit Card for the seventh year in a row. A consensus favorite among TPG…

For 26 out of 27 years, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has been the world’s busiest airport. The Georgia airport, home base and megahub of Delta Air Lines, once again claimed the top spot in Airports Council International’s annual rankings of the world’s busiest airports in 2024. ATL saw more than 108,000 passengers in 2024…