Blog

While they may not get as much fanfare as cards from giants like American Express and Chase, Discover cards are great choices for cash-back enthusiasts, beginner credit card users and simplicity-lovers alike. As Discover’s cards migrate to Capital One’s network, they’re attracting fresh attention. If you’ve decided now is the right time to apply for … Read more

There are the big and mostly obvious ways to earn points and miles — such as through credit card bonuses and spending, and, of course, on actual travel. But there are plenty of other easy-to-miss ways to earn rewards, too. From dining programs to Lyft rides, Starbucks reloads and so much more, you can earn … Read more

Quick take: Singapore Airlines is a comfortable way to fly long distances if you can’t find business- or first-class awards that work for your budget. Pros Comfortable seats have a lot of recline. Passengers can preorder “Book the Cook” meals. There’s great entertainment and free Wi-Fi for KrisFlyer members. Cons There are few seats per … Read more

When I opened the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) over two years ago, I had no idea how quickly it would become my go-to tool for earning travel rewards — or how much value I’d be able to unlock. Since then, I’ve used it to book international flights, navigate unexpected travel hiccups … Read more

If you’re about to book an Alaska Airlines flight, you may be wondering which credit card will help you earn the most rewards and enjoy benefits like free checked bags. Alaska Airlines is part of the Atmos Rewards loyalty program, along with Hawaiian Airlines. It offers three Bank of America credit cards — two personal … Read more

Thanks to its stellar portfolio of perks and all the incredible uses there are for American Express Membership Rewards points, we often focus on the American Express Platinum Card®. Some folks even forget that the card has a counterpart, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, that offers many of the same benefits as the … Read more