Flying a relatively small and unknown airline is always somewhat of a risk when it comes to the experience you’re going to have both on the ground and on board — my recent nonstop flight on Azores Airlines from New York City to Madeira, Portugal, was no exception. But a surprising upgrade bid for an…

Spirit Airlines is considering filing for bankruptcy protection amid mounting financial losses following its failed merger with JetBlue, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. The airline is in discussions with creditors about restructuring the company, the Journal reported, citing multiple unnamed sources familiar with the matter. Spirit has been exploring multiple options,…

From toothpaste to treadmills, you can find almost anything you need (and want) on Amazon — delivered in two days with your Prime membership. If you’re planning to spend a lot of money this Prime Day (Oct. 8-9), you’ll want to maximize your purchases by using the right credit card so you can earn the…

If you have an upcoming stay at any Hyatt property, the World of Hyatt personal and business cards can help you save a ton of money on that trip and beyond. Now could be a great time to add one to your wallet, as the personal version of this card is currently running its best-ever…

Chase offers a full lineup of rewards credit cards, including the Sapphire and Freedom card families for consumers and the Ink Business family for business owners. However, there is some overlap in the earning structures and benefits offered by these cards. One example is the Chase Freedom Unlimited® and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card. Both…

If you haven’t already started planning your family’s 2025 Disneyland trip, now is the time. The new year is quickly approaching, and you need to get a head start if you want to score a hotel room, get the best dining reservations, and have enough time to learn how to navigate Disney Lightning Lane passes…

Redeeming airline points and miles used to be so simple. Once you had a destination in mind, you checked the award chart of your favorite program to see how many points or miles the program charged. Provided there was availability, you could book the flight for that fixed price plus a small amount of cash…

Whether you’re new to the world of points and miles or just looking for the best ways to level up your current card portfolio, a strategic credit card pairing is one of the easiest ways to maximize your earning potential. You’ve likely heard of the most popular card groupings — the Chase Trifecta and the…

Think about the largest cruise ship in the world; I wouldn’t blame you if one of your first thoughts was Titanic. But you might be surprised to learn that the infamous vessel was considerably smaller than Icon of the Seas, which is currently the world’s largest ship. How do these two ships measure up? Although…

It’s that time of year again: Time to use any credits that will expire at the end of the year, plan any last mileage runs or mattress runs for elite status and start thinking about your points-and-miles strategy for next year. It’s also a good time to see what loyalty program and credit card changes…