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It’s been a good month for non-U.S. airlines. Shortly after Qatar Airways launched its 2 new credit cards to U.S. residents, Avianca is doing the same. Although both are brand new, Avianca’s offerings are distinct from what Qatar has put…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Did you know that you can earn airline miles — rather than hotel points — when staying at hotels? Odds are you may have heard of this option, but…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There are few things we love more than a great deal in business class, which is precisely why we stay on the lookout for prices just like this: New…

Finding discounts on theme park tickets can be tough, especially if you want to visit popular locations such as Walt Disney World or Universal Studios. That’s why the new Citi Strata Premier℠ Card is such a big deal. Although you…

We learned a few weeks ago that Qatar Airways will be launching credit cards within the U.S., but details so far have been scant. We now know how many cards are coming, the rewards they’ll earn, and what type of…

I remember the buzz when the Chase Sapphire Reserve^® was launched. Although I was well over 5/24, Chase’s restriction for whether you’d be approved for a new card, I had heard that you could still have a chance to get…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’re a heavy user of Instacard, the Instacart Mastercard^® may make sense for you. With strong earnings on purchases from Instacart and Chase Travel, this card rewards those…

I’ve been a devoted United loyalist for a very long time (ever since Delta started gutting its loyalty program), but this year is the first year in a long time that I’ve exhausted my United MileagePlus Premier Gold elite status. Although I had…

The offering information mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. The co-branded business IHG card, the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card, has an increased welcome bonus offer, though you’ll need to do quite a bit of…

Whether you’re 18 or 82, applying for your first credit card is an overwhelming affair. Bombarded with ads from every source imaginable, you probably opened a card with your bank and called it a day, like I did. Unfortunately, these…

The schlep from the West Coast over to Europe is long, so it makes sense that you don’t want to do it in economy. But with business class pricing through the roof, sometimes a better solution is springing for premium…

As one of the most expensive and highly coveted properties in Hilton’s portfolio, it’s obvious why finding award space at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is almost impossible. However, we’ve spotted a last-minute dump of award rooms, so if you…

In January of this year, I spent a fabulous 7 nights at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. While I haven’t quite wrapped up my full review (stay tuned … there’s a lot to say), there are some things that really…

If you’ve ever read any of my writing, you probably already know that I’m a credit card fiend. The more expensive the annual fee, the better. Load me up because I’m here for that coupon book of credits. All jokes…

Winter is finally behind us, and spring is in full swing, which means we’re all already looking ahead to summer and all the travel that comes with our favorite season. So, where is our team jetting off to this summer?…

Are you an active-duty military member or about to become one? When joining the armed forces, you are entitled to certain financial benefits. These benefits protect servicemembers from financial distress while protecting the nation — and some of the perks…

Disney has a well-established reputation for honoring those who serve our country and their loved ones. However, navigating the landscape of Disney’s military discounts can be challenging if you’re unsure where to start. Disney has special offers on park tickets,…

Daily Getaways is an annual promotion offered by the U.S. Travel Association to encourage folks to travel. You’ll find all sorts of discounts on travel, amusement parks, points, and more, though the offers vary by year. The promotion will last…

If you’ve had your eye on ANA’s world-beating new first class product, now’s the time to make your move. Thanks to a tip from Roame, we’ve found a ton of business and first-class award space between the U.S. and Tokyo…

Although I’m not technically a digital nomad, I fly enough to qualify as one. With trips taking me on roughly 100 flights per year, I’ve done a lot of research when it comes to booking airfare. Though I have plenty…

Walt Disney World: the name alone elicits child-like excitement from kids of all ages. The joy of getting through the gates, the perfectly curated atmosphere, the way the rest of the world seems to melt away — there’s nothing quite…