With my Chase Ultimate Rewards balance running low and some large expenditures coming up, it seemed like a great time to add a new Chase card — and welcome bonus — to my wallet. I’d been eyeing the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) for a long time, but its recent overhaul eliminated some…

American Airlines is bringing a new lounge to the capital of Texas — complete with a new feature the airline has never offered in one of its clubs. The Fort Worth-based carrier on Tuesday announced plans to build a brand-new Admirals Club at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Construction is expected to begin later this year….

New Yorkers have a new way to fly to Brazil this summer. Brazilian carrier Gol Airlines will launch its first-ever nonstop service to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) from Rio de Janeiro’s Galeao International Airport (GIG) on July 8, the airline said March 6. Flights will depart JFK on Mondays, Thursdays and…

There’s a growing number of credit cards that will only let you hold one card and earn one welcome bonus across the life of the card. This can be frustrating for business owners who have legitimate reasons for wanting more than one of the same card. Maybe you have multiple limited liability companies and need…

If you haven’t noticed, artificial intelligence is working its way into nearly every aspect of human life, from AI-powered drive-thrus at Taco Bell to AI models setting airline flight pricing. Now, Hilton is entering its AI era with the beta launch of Hilton AI Planner, “a generative AI–powered digital concierge that helps travelers explore the…

Hertz is one of the largest rental car companies in the world, with locations in over 160 countries across six continents. Its loyalty program, Hertz Gold+, is free to join and rewards its members with instant perks, such as a free additional driver and member-only rates. Here’s what to know about joining Hertz Gold+, including…

Bank of America Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards Mastercard credit card overview The Bank of America® Business Advantage Unlimited Cash Rewards Mastercard® credit card is a business-friendly option that earns 1.5% cash back on every purchase. If you qualify for the Bank of America Preferred Rewards® for Business program, you could earn up to 2.62%…

Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program remains a favorite in the loyalty world. In addition to its distance-based award charts (Air Canada and select partner charts operate dynamically), it offers several customer-friendly features, such as a low-priced stopover perk and minimal fees on award tickets. This can be especially useful when booking Star Alliance partner award…

Even before Hyatt acquired the Standard International hotel group — a collection of “lifestyle” hotels comprising a few different brands, including Bunkhouse Hotels and The Manner — in 2024, Standard had already announced plans to launch what it termed a “rebellious younger sibling” to The Standard brand dubbed StandardX. The point was to incorporate The…

There are several reasons why the Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Credit Card earned the coveted title of TPG’s favorite new personal credit card of 2025, and the Global Companion Award is a major one. Among the card’s suite of benefits, the companion award stands out for both its simplicity and its potential value. Used…