Category Archives: Blog

Let’s face it: Travel can be expensive. Whether you’re planning a solo trip or a family vacation, even economy flights can set you back thousands of dollars. However, there is a way to save money on your biggest travel expense. As a frequent traveler, I am constantly looking for tips and tricks to get me […]

If you’re like me and use online grocery delivery frequently, you’ll want to take note: Starting today, eligible Chase cardholders will receive bonus Instacart benefits through Dec. 31, 2027. These new benefits will help some cardholders gain even more value to offset their cards’ annual fees. That said, it’s important to understand these new perks […]

Chicago has long been competitive turf for airlines, but with some pretty well-defined roles. United Airlines is the clear leader at O’Hare International Airport (ORD), its home base. American Airlines is a distant second, with its own O’Hare hub operation. And some 30 miles down the road, Southwest Airlines operates a major base at smaller […]

As a partner of many transferable points programs — and one of the best ways to book Singapore Airlines’ coveted first-class suites product — there’s much to love about Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer program. Even if Singapore isn’t in your travel plans, KrisFlyer’s Star Alliance and nonalliance award charts have some hidden gems you should know […]

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is among the best travel rewards credit cards for beginners. It hits on all fronts: lucrative earning rates, valuable perks and versatile rewards — all for an affordable $95 annual fee. Offer ending soon: Chase Sapphire Preferred — highest-ever 100,000-point bonus after spending $5,000 on purchases […]

Bilt added the Southwest Rapid Rewards program as its 19th transfer partner, and it isn’t wasting any time in celebrating that addition with a Rent Day that offers up to a 100% transfer bonus from Bilt Rewards to the Southwest Rapid Rewards program. For one day (May 1), Bilt members can transfer points to Southwest […]

American Airlines is growing fast in Chicago. Next winter, the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier will add seven new routes and increase flights on another 10 from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The move is seemingly the latest escalation in a renewed battle with United Airlines for the upper hand in the Windy City. American’s new […]

I’m a big fan of Daily Drop. It’s a points, miles, travel, and credit card newsletter created by my friends, Kara and Nate (they run a big YouTube channel of the same name). Daily Drop keeps you informed about the latest news and information around points & miles, as well as updates across the airline […]

June is officially Pride month, and it’s not too late to make travel plans to celebrate Pride in major cities nationwide (or book an LGBTQIA+ cruise). Hotel rates and airfare may be higher as your travel dates approach, but you can save money using points and miles. We found an array of flight and hotel […]

Airline credit cards typically offer standard benefits, like bonus miles on airfare purchases, free checked bags and priority boarding. But one of the most valuable perks any airline credit card can offer is a companion ticket that can cut your cost of travel in half. Thanks to its high welcome bonuses, earning structure and airfare […]