Jan. 31, 2025 • 3 min read Quick Points: How to earn Marriott elite status through credit cards 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 cards, but our…

One of the most popular premium credit cards is The Platinum Card® from American Express. While it has a high annual fee (see rates and fees), it can offer a ton of value for the right kind of traveler. It costs $195 for each additional Platinum cardmember you add to your account (see rates and…

Small-business credit cards can help you carefully manage your company’s expenses while earning valuable cash back or travel rewards. As your profits and employee headcount increase, you may start to outgrow the cards you originally started with. Today, we’ll examine what to consider when switching to a corporate credit card. Be prepared to share financial…

You can now redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points for TAP Air Portugal flights, and there are some great deals to be found in both economy and business class. @findflightsforme first reported this news. Here’s how you can book your next TAP flight with TrueBlue points, some of the best routes we’ve seen and why this sweet…

No two travelers are alike. Thus, travel benefits shouldn’t apply in a one-size-fits-all manner. Having the right credit card in your wallet while traveling can elevate your experience, giving you benefits before, during and after your trip that make your journey more comfortable while providing protection in case something goes wrong. A World Elite Mastercard…

An American Airlines regional jet was involved in a midair collision late Wednesday night near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed. In a statement to TPG, the FAA said a regional jet inbound from Wichita, Kansas, collided with a military helicopter while on approach at DCA. The aircraft, a Bombardier…

Although 2024 has ended, there may still be an opportunity to snag the next level of United Premier status for 2025. United Airlines has targeted some members with an offer to purchase the status level above what they earned in 2024 — including some members who didn’t earn any status in 2024. Some TPG staffers…

Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business American Express Card overview The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card is Delta’s top-tier cobranded business credit card, offering benefits best suited for high-budget businesses loyal to Delta. If Delta Medallion elite status and lounge access are important to you, there’s a lot to love about this card. Card Rating*:…

Late last week, Nice, France, became the latest cruise destination to place restrictions on ships, with the goal of limiting the size of vessels that visit the picturesque resort city along the Cote d’Azur. Beginning July 1, ships carrying more than 900 people will not be permitted to disembark passengers in Nice or the neighboring…

ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY Stretching between two sandy beaches at the tip of a tropical peninsula along Costa Rica‘s Pacific coast, the Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica is a little slice of paradise where you can spend your days sipping coconut water in a private cabana by one of the enormous pools, playing…