It’s always fun to have a credit card that gives you a lot of flexibility when it comes time to redeem the points you’ve earned. The opportunity to transfer your card points to an airline frequent flyer program can add up, allowing you to do everything from book a business class reward seat to bid […]
I’m a loyal member of Southwest Airlines’ Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program, which has led to me earning A-List status on the carrier. A-List status, achieved after either flying 25 one-way trips or earning 35,000 tier qualifying points, comes with some pretty sweet perks: automatic priority check-in, dedicated airport security lanes (where available), early boarding, […]
There’s a lot of planning involved when traveling abroad, from booking airfare and hotels to figuring out what sites you want to see. But one thing that travelers sometimes don’t calculate is how much it could cost every time they swipe their credit card. No one wants to see a nasty surprise — a pile […]
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is the second-largest carrier in the world, based on its revenue in 2017, according to Forbes magazine. As such, it’s only natural that the carrier would be a popular choice for travelers, especially for members of its SkyMiles loyalty program. SkyMiles members can fly to 304 destinations in 52 countries. If […]
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You travel regularly and use your credit card to pay for a big chunk of it. With all the airline- and travel-related cards out there, how do you know if the one currently in your wallet is giving you the maximum benefit? In this roundup, we break down the numbers and take a look at […]
The information related to the Expedia®+ Voyager Card from Citi and the Citi Prestige® Card has been collected by CompareCards and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of this card prior to publication. Are you tired of paying airline fees for doing just about anything, but breathe? Earlier this year, American Express announced that it would be adding a […]
Chase offers two “Ink” business cards, the Ink Business Cash℠ Credit Card and the Ink Business Preferred℠ Credit Card, for business owners looking to streamline expenses while earning rewards and enjoying numerous perks. Both cards are eligible to earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards® points, which can be combined with points you earn on select other Chase credit cards and can be redeemed for […]
The time has come to add an airline-branded credit card to your wallet. Maybe you’re flying more, so you want to be rewarded with miles for future free flights, not pay to check a bag or enjoy priority boarding. You may even have dreams of achieving an airline’s elite status, which unlocks even more perks. […]
The information related to the United℠ Explorer Card and United MileagePlus® Club Card has been collected by CompareCards and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of this card prior to publication. Chase and United Airlines launched the highly anticipated United℠ Explorer Card earlier this summer, replacing the old United MileagePlus Explorer Card. The miles per $1 spent on United-related spending on […]
For those who travel regularly, it only makes sense to have a credit card that rewards you for that spending. A travel-branded card is a natural fit, but maybe you don’t want to pay an annual fee to get one. There are plenty of options on the market, but you need to think about what’s […]
Airlines have revamped how travelers can earn frequent flyer status, going from a simple mileage-based system to a more complicated combination of miles traveled, segments flown and dollars spent on tickets. So what’s the landscape for elite airline requirements these days? Is it harder or easier than ever? Are miles worth more or less? In […]
