A few years ago, I decided it was finally time to add a premium lifestyle card to my wallet. After adding the American Express Platinum Card®, I knew I had made the right choice. The Platinum Card has provided unmatched value since day one, which makes my life as a wife, mom and frequent traveler…

For years, airline passengers have faced a conundrum when booking a flight: Do you pay for a standard ticket, or brave the restrictions of basic economy to save some money? Get ready to make a lot more decisions just like that — even if you’re not flying in coach. Last week, Delta Air Lines officially…

Wells Fargo is a major credit card issuer that often flies under the radar, as many people focus on American Express, Citi and Chase cards — but it has a worthy lineup of rewards credit cards. And just like the Amex Trifecta, the Citi Trifecta and the Chase Trifecta, Wells Fargo has a trifecta you…

It’s not even Black Friday yet, but we are already seeing a bunch of great travel deals. We’ve rounded up the best airfare deals so far, so you don’t miss a bargain. In case you don’t see what you want right away, here’s advice on finding the best deals. If you’re looking for more travel…

The most wonderful time of the year can very quickly become the most stressful time of the year at the airport, especially if winter weather doesn’t cooperate and delays or cancellations creep into the storyline. But your trip home (or away) doesn’t have to be the one spent juggling overweight bags at the check-in counter…

One of the absolute best Black Friday deals is to spend $150 at Saks Fifth Avenue and receive a $75 promotional gift card in exchange for your well-timed purchase (or even more, depending on how much you spend). All you have to do is shop using the promo code: “BFRIGCSF.” This deal is great all…

A leak in a major Pacific Northwest fuel pipeline could spell trouble for U.S. travelers during the busiest Thanksgiving week for air travel in the last 15 years. The Olympic Pipeline, which connects an oil refinery near the Canadian border with terminals in Seattle, Tacoma, and other sites in Washington and Oregon, has been shut…

In early 2025, Marriott announced that it was acquiring “innovative lifestyle brand” CitizenM for $355 million — and now those hotels have officially integrated into the Marriott Bonvoy booking platform. Founded in 2005 as an independent hotel brand, CitizenM’s CEO, Lennert de Jong, told TPG that CitizenM has always treated its brand like a real…

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card launched in 2021 and remains one of the most exciting credit cards on the market. As Capital One’s flagship card, the Venture X is an addition to the world of premium travel rewards cards, taking on incumbent players like the American Express Platinum Card® and Chase Sapphire…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club at a 1:1 rate, opening up useful redemption options when booking Virgin Atlantic flights or its airline partners. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Chase points to Virgin Atlantic, and some great ways to redeem them. Related: Who are the Chase Ultimate…