Now more than ever, travelers are seeking out airport lounges as soon as they make it through the security checkpoint. Whether its finding a comfortable place to answer a few emails or eat lunch before a flight — or maybe starting a trip with a cocktail in an exclusive setting — lounges have increasingly become … Read more
One of the more beloved redemptions among points and miles enthusiasts is the 60,000-mile business-class award from the U.S. to Europe that is sometimes available through Air France and KLM’s Flying Blue program. It’s considered a redemption sweet spot because it is a favorable number of miles, and it’s easy to transfer points from multiple … Read more
Many of the best travel cards confer valuable benefits. For example, some cards provide hotel elite status while others offer travel statement credits. The American Express Platinum Card® and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express offer perhaps the most comprehensive benefits of any premium travel rewards cards. A key benefit is access to Amex … Read more
Last month, American Express added a new transfer partner: The Leading Hotels of the World’s Leaders Club loyalty program. You can now transfer American Express Membership Rewards points to your Leaders Club account at a 4:1 ratio. And while this may look like a less-than-rewarding option on paper, it actually may represent the single best … Read more
Whether kids in your area have already returned to the classroom or are heading there imminently, back-to-school sales are in full swing. But here’s the thing about back-to-school sales: You don’t actually have to be a student to take advantage of them. This time of year can be a great opportunity to pick up those … Read more
When Chase announced a refresh of the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) earlier this year, it started plenty of chatter among points and miles enthusiasts. One change in particular became a hot topic for both current and future cardholders: The coveted World of Hyatt 1:1 transfer ratio now had an expiration date. … Read more
