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One of the most common questions to ask about credit cards is whether to get a flexible rewards card or a co-branded airline or hotel card. And while there’s no catch-all answer, the right choice for you is typically pretty…

For an upcoming trip to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, I had been chasing non-existent airline award availability for weeks and was watching cash prices for airfare increase daily. I bit the bullet and determined that I would need to purchase…

The American Express^® Green Card and the American Express^® Gold Card are 2 of the top card options in the American Express Membership Rewards ecosystem, and both have a lot to offer to cardholders. In this guide, we will take…

Capitol Reef National Park is one of Utah’s so-called “Mighty 5” national parks and is located in the south-central part of the state. This park is the least-visited of Utah’s national parks, with about 1.2 million annual visitors, but it…

John Wayne Airport (SNA) is located in Orange County, California, and serves the Greater Los Angeles area. Named after the Hollywood actor John Wayne, the airport is owned and operated by the county and serves several major airlines. From this…

Oregon has some of the best beaches on the West Coast that often go overlooked in favor of more popular sandy stretches further south. The state’s beaches are known for being dramatic while offering both ample hiking opportunities and sometimes,…

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort located in San José del Cabo, Mexico. This beachfront resort offers expansive views of the Sea of Cortez, multiple pools, tons of dining options, bars, and entertainment — and it’s all…

A lifelong fantasy for many travelers is to leave their everyday existence behind and take a trip around the world. Even if you’re fortunate enough to have an extended amount of free time to circumnavigate the world, putting together a…

The Mastercard credit card payment processing network is one of the largest and most widely-accepted worldwide. Payment processing networks such as American Express, Visa, and Mastercard are important links that facilitate charges made to merchants with your credit card and…

Home to the saguaro cactus, Saguaro National Park has 91,000 acres of protected land and is bisected by the city of Tucson, Arizona. This area is part of the Sonoran Desert and each year, over 1 million tourists come to…

If you’ve ever wondered if you can withdraw cash from your credit card, you might be interested to learn more about cash advances. While there are significant fees associated with a cash advance and we generally don’t recommend taking one,…

A little over a year ago, I did something that most in the miles and points world would laugh at: I bought a timeshare. But it wasn’t just any timeshare — it was a membership with Disney Vacation Club, the…

If you’ve booked hotel stays through AmexTravel.com, you may have seen an option (depending on your credit card) for The Hotel Collection. It’s a fascinating program only available to select cardholders of American Express credit cards when booking travel through…

Citi ThankYou Points are an often underappreciated, yet valuable point currency. Often overshadowed by the bigger players like Chase and American Express, Citi offers cardmembers the opportunity to earn and redeem points with some great travel partners. While transferring points…

If you’re seeking the perfect credit score, you’ll have to aim high. While about a quarter of Americans have excellent credit, few achieve the ultimate highest score for credit. Let’s look at the highest credit rating score possible, how you…

If you’re a Southwest flyer, chances are you’ve considered getting a Southwest credit card. With 3 personal cards and 2 business options, it may be confusing to know which one is right for you. In this post, we’re focusing on…

Mesa Verde National Park is in southwest Colorado, perched on the Mesa Verde Plateau. This phenomenal park showcases the remnants of the Ancestral Puebloans who thrived in this area for over 700 years. Visiting Mesa Verde National Park is like…

Maine is known for a few things: its thriving fishing industry, its title as the northernmost state in the continental U.S., and its beaches. All along Maine’s coast, you’ll find beautiful beaches worth visiting. From natural beaches that show no…

Recently, I stayed at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin/Round Rock, TX with my family for 4 nights. We were on a group trip and this hotel ended up being excellent for our needs. With a large lobby and basketball…

Credit cards have some similarities to bank accounts. You can even withdraw cash from credit cards with a cash advance — so it’s not a stretch to think that credit cards might have routing numbers. But credit cards, unlike bank…

Dry Tortugas National Park comprises a cluster of 7 islands and protected coral reefs. This park is only accessible by seaplane or boat and offers incredible historic sites and islands to explore. Each year, Dry Tortugas National Park brings in…