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World of Hyatt Credit Card Review

Hotel cards are generally underrated. While I don't think anyone should get a hotel card as their first credit card, they are awesome to start consi...
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$300 Lululemon Credit: Amex Platinum Guide (Feb 2026)

This Lululemon credit that American Express is offering with their revamped flagship card is a super interesting add on from the old benefits. You wou...
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Why should I book directly vs. using a travel portal?

When it comes to booking flights, there are a multitude of ways you could go about finalizing your travel. You could book directly with the airline yo...
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Citi Strata℠ Card Review

The Citi Strata℠ Card is an intriguing starter card for those starting out in the credit card space, offering a combination of lucrative rewards, trav...
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Best Student Credit Card: Feb 2026

Applying for your first credit card can be a daunting task, but it is a crucial milestone and stepping stone towards building your credit and stepping...
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What am I getting for my 5th credit card?

As mentioned previously in another article, I recently applied and got approved for my fourth credit card: the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card....
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Chase to Virgin Atlantic 40% Transfer Bonus (Expires Feb 28, 2026)

If you’ve ever flown between the U.S. or Europe, or you’ve browsed flights between the two continents, chances are you’ve heard of or are familiar wit...
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Why is the United℠ Explorer Card the best card for United basic economy flights?

Paying for a bag on your flight is always a pain and another annoying added cost. But with the United℠ Explorer Card, you can avoid this on your next...
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Hyatt Place Times Square Review

Hyatt Place Times Square Review The Cost When I was looking at hotels, I looked exclusively at Hyatts as I was staying with a friend who has Hyatt G...
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Chase Sapphire Lounge (JFK Terminal 4) Review

After arriving in New York for a day from Paris, I headed home with my girlfriend from JFK airport. We decided to stop in at Terminal 4 for the Chase...
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Amex Platinum Changes: September 2025

The American Express Platinum Card®’s annual fee has historically increased every 3ish years and this 2025 is no different: many rumors have been circ...
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IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card Review

Everyone knows that one of the most important parts of travel planning is figuring out where you’re gonna stay. When it comes to booking accommodation...
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What are the current point transfer bonuses?

When it comes to redeeming your credit card points, there are a multitude of ways you could go about redeeming them. However, credit card points aren’...
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What’s the Chase Points Boost Program?

As a part of Chase’s newest revamp, Chase is beginning to phase out the 25% bonus value for Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card points redeemed via Chase T...
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Should I book flights with cash or points?

When it comes to planning my travel adventures, I always make sure to reference multiple price points for the flights and accommodation that I need. B...
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Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card Review

With the new, sweeping updates to the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, you might be wondering if it’s worth keeping or if it is still one of the best travel c...
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Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card Review

If you love flying short-haul and medium-haul flights across the U.S., chances are you have flown Southwest. You might’ve established a relationship a...
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Free 5,000 Aeroplan Points for Chase Sapphire Reserve

If you’re currently holding the luxury and premium Chase Sapphire Reserve® card in your wallet, you’re in for a little treat. Until August 18, you can...
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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at SFO Review

If you have the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and you’re flying out of San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you may or may not have many options for a...
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Virgin Atlantic Jacks Up Fees for Award Redemptions

Virgin Atlantic is one of the best British airlines out there, competing against British Airways in the market for long-haul flights to and from the U...
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Why I got the Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Before I applied for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, I already had two credit cards: the Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card and the Capital One S...
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Southwest Card Changes

There’s some (more) big news brewing in the world of Chase credit cards: all of Chase’s Southwest cards are drastically changing. While there are som...
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Aeroplan® Credit Card Review

As a primarily U.S.-based bank, you might be wondering why Chase offers a co-branded credit card with Air Canada, which is a Canadian-based airline, h...
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Citi Strata Elite℠ Card Launch

If you keep up with the recent credit card news, you might be aware that Citi will be launching a brand new travel-rewards credit card very soon. This...
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