How good is the Capital One Venture X’s 100,000‑mile bonus?

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card has just announced its highest welcome bonus in four years. New applicants can earn 100,000 bonus miles after spending $10,000 on purchases in the first six months of account opening. This card has an annual fee of $395, which is lower than most of its premium competitors….

The best time to apply for Atmos Rewards cards

When Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines merged their loyalty programs into Atmos Rewards in 2025, we saw three fresh cards hit the scene. The three Atmos Rewards cards (two personal and one business) provide solid benefits and travel-related perks for cardmembers to enjoy. They also feature some highly valuable welcome offers to collect a stash…

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami is reopening after its $100 million renovation — and you can book from 67,000 points

What does a $100 million makeover look like? If you head to The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Bay, Miami, you can find out. The luxurious shoreline hotel, situated on 17 acres of prime Miami real estate, has been closed since May to undergo a multimillion-dollar face-lift. But starting Dec. 8, the Marriott Bonvoy-affiliated property will be…

Once-in-a-lifetime Alaska shore excursions worth the splurge

Alaska is a bucket-list destination for many cruisers looking to experience the history, culture and wildlife of “the last frontier.” To really experience its fullness, you’ll want to book some shore excursions — but they can come with hefty price tags. How hefty? You can expect to shell out at least $300 or more per…