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Need a few AAdvantage miles to top off your account in preparation for your next award flight? You’re in luck: there’s a super easy way to earn additional miles for shopping you’d probably do anyway! This article will tell you…

Europe is always a popular destination for Americans, and Paris is arguably the biggest draw of all. The French capital boasts an incredible history, a fascinating culture, and incredible cuisine to savor. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to get…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express has long been one of the top premium cards available. Unlike typical credit cards, the Amex Platinum Card allows you to carry a balance for certain charges, but not all. Amex’s fantastic Membership Rewards program…

Let’s be honest — traveling around the holidays is rough. After dealing with long security lines, flight delays, crowded gates, screaming kids, etc. you’re gonna need a drink. But not just any drink…you’d really like to manifest some semblance of calm…

You’ve likely heard of a travel visa before, but if you’re like most people, the phrase either overwhelmed or confused you! Who wants to think about government requirements when planning a well-deserved vacation anyway? Then again, perhaps you haven’t heard…

There are tons of great ways to fly to Europe with miles and points, and any number of redemptions can help you get from the U.S. to London. However, many of these options require you to connect in another country…

Aer Lingus AerClub launched in December 2016 as part of the Avios family with British Airways, Iberia, and additional airline partners. Avios is complicated: while the points are the same, which program they sit in influences your award ticket availability,…

Everyone knows home improvements can be costly. And hiring a contractor? Even more so. That’s why many people choose the do-it-yourself option. This likely means you’re spending a lot of time (and money) at places like Lowe’s. So should you…

If you’re tired of flying economy and want to fly business or first class (without paying crazy amounts of cash), you need to earn the right type of points and then use them in a smart way! Follow these 3…

If you’ve traveled internationally, you have probably seen signs for “Mobile Passport Control” while passing through U.S. Customs and Border Protection. You might have wondered if you could use that line instead of waiting in the ridiculously long one (with…

It’s not surprising that so many retailers market their own branded credit cards — after all, with high APRs and low minimum payment options, a store card offers the company an opportunity to cash in on some serious fees and…

Emirates Skywards Program Overview Skywards is Emirates’ loyalty program. It is popular with frequent Emirates flyers for travel benefits and upgrade options. Instead of joining an airline alliance, Emirates has several partner airlines around the world where you can earn…

Update: Quizzle was acquired by Bankrate in 2019 and the tools described below may no longer be available. To view your credit score for free (from all 3 credit bureaus), check out our helpful guide. Since 2008, Quizzle has been…

JetBlue hasn’t been around as long as some of its competitors but has grown to be one of the most popular U.S. airlines. Operating since 2000 with the goal of “bringing humanity back to air travel,” JetBlue has won quite…

It happens nearly every time you step up to the checkout: the salesperson asks if you’d like to save 10%, 15%, or 20% off your purchase by applying for a store credit card. Unfortunately, many store-branded credit cards often have high…

Branded and Partnered Credit Cards WOW air does not have a credit card partner in the U.S. and is not bookable with Amex, Chase, or Citi points. WOW air Overview Update: Wow air has gone out of business Normally we…

Air Canada’s Aeroplan program divides the world into 4 regions. Let’s take a look at each region in the Aeroplan program so you can quickly determine how many miles you will need to book your next award flight. Air Canada…

Taiwan’s EVA Air is one of the most underrated airlines in the world. Although the airline is often overlooked by flyers in favor of other, luxurious Asian carriers like Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific, EVA Air has plenty…

The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass^® Card might be the best card for earning Hilton Honors points currently on the market. For Hilton fans, this is the hotel credit card for you. Not only can it help you earn Hilton…

Air France/KLM Flying Blue uses a region-based award chart. This means that destinations are designated as part of a specific region. To determine the number of miles required for an award booking, you will need to know the region of…

Wyndham Rewards Program Overview Wyndham has over 9,000 properties across more than 80 countries. Those familiar with Wyndham’s budget brands in the U.S. may be surprised at new, upscale properties in the U.S. and resorts around the world. Wyndham also…