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Credit card disputes can get your money back when merchants don’t deliver. When I had an issue with theater ticket delivery and the seller wouldn’t budge on a refund, I filed a dispute with Chase and won. Here’s what I…

I visited the brand-new Thompson Houston with my husband in March 2024, and we fell in love with this fabulous hotel. Thompson Houston is the brand’s fourth property in Texas, following locations in Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin. Houston is…

I visited Meow Wolf Grapevine’s The Real Unreal with my family in February 2024. This immersive art experience was captivating and expanded our imaginations. If you’re planning a visit to Meow Wolf Grapevine, read this review to find out everything…

Considering Park Hopper tickets for an upcoming visit to Disneyland Resort? With Park Hopper tickets, you can hop between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park within a single day. These tickets offer flexibility and convenience that can help you…

American Express recently overhauled its line of Delta co-branded cards, increasing annual fees but sweetening the deal by adding statement credits. One of those credits is a Delta Stays credit ranging from up to $100 to $250 annually, depending on…

Disney Springs is “things to do” embodied. It is a massive Disney destination that complements Walt Disney World Resort with an almost overwhelming selection of places to eat, play, and shop. Where else but Disney Springs can you ride in…

Heading to Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort soon? You’re probably planning to pack comfy shoes, snacks, and your favorite Disney apparel, but adding one of the Disney credit cards to your must-pack list can offer savings and enhance your Disney…

Whether you’re planning to study abroad, backpacking through continents, or just going on a quick adventure, student travel can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. If you’re an inexperienced traveler or have family members at home who need some reassurance, you…

If you’ve booked the trip of a lifetime, you might think that nothing can keep you from getting on the plane and experiencing the vacation you’ve dreamed of. Unfortunately, reality doesn’t always play out that way, and you may need…

I visited The Troubadour Hotel New Orleans with my family in January 2024. We stayed just a single night as a rest stop on our road trip home from Orlando to the Houston area, but spending the night at this…

Your credit card statement offers a monthly snapshot of your account activity, including the amount you owe, transactions you made, applicable interest and fees, and, most importantly, when you need to pay your bill and how much you absolutely have…

In early January 2024, I visited the Hilton Pensacola Beach with my family of 5. While the temperature outside was cold for Florida standards, the service was warm, and we had a great stay at one of my family’s favorite…

You can dispute problematic charges on your Capital One credit card whether you were overcharged or charged by mistake. Capital One enables cardholders to file disputed credit card charges online, by mail, or by phone.  Once you get in contact…

I stayed at the Hampton Inn Houston Downtown with my family of 5 on Black Friday. We squeezed in this quick overnight staycation on a last-minute Spend a Night on Us certificate redemption. It was fun to stay downtown and…

I stayed at the Motto by Hilton New York City Times Square with my husband in early December. This property opened in September 2023, and staying in a new hotel in the big city was fun. The location was perfect….

Are you ready to pay off a credit card and wonder if it will improve your credit score? Generally, yes, you should expect your credit score to go up when you pay off a credit card in full. Making a credit…

Leaving your destination in a medevac helicopter probably isn’t in your travel plans. But if you need emergency medical evacuation, it will be costly and may be difficult to coordinate without help. A medical evacuation travel insurance plan can cover…

I stayed at the Hampton Inn and Suites Aurora South Denver with my family of 5 in mid-October 2023. It was a great stay and delivered exactly what we expected and then some. It was a great home base for…

When you have an issue with a charge on your American Express card, you can help resolve the concern. Amex makes it easy to file a dispute for charges you shouldn’t have to pay for, such as unauthorized charges, billing…

Many people are struggling with credit card payments as credit card delinquencies tick upward.¹ Get far enough behind on credit card payments and you could face legal trouble. You can be sued for debt if you default on your credit…

Paying off debt should boost your credit scores, but you may see your credit score drop after paying off an account. You might be discouraged, but the truth is it’s usually not paying off debt that lowers your credit score,…