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It’s Time to Travel Again, But Where?

April 27, 2021

While COVID-19 is far from being in the rear view mirror, vaccinations are making it a good time to travel...

It’s Fine to Have a Lot of Credit Cards

March 13, 2021

I have 13 credit cards. That sounds like a lot, even to me. But it’s fine to have a lot...

Three Days: San Juan Islands

February 27, 2021

Three days in the San Juan Islands is the perfect amount of time for a relaxing vacation or a long...

Should You Hang Onto Your Rewards Points? A Different View

February 18, 2021

The conventional wisdom among experts in the points and miles game is that you should not hang onto your rewards...

OpenTable Rewards: Are the Benefits Worth the Trouble?

February 13, 2021

The restaurant reservations app OpenTable has its own rewards program, and while you won’t be blown away by its benefits,...

The Ten Commandments of Travel Rewards

February 11, 2021

So, you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and start collecting points and miles. Enough reading about how others are...

Last Day! Alaska Airlines is Having a BOGO Sale

February 8, 2021

Alaska Airlines is have a great BOGO sale on flights. Book by August 9th and fly by October 31, 2020. Get the details.

AMEX Adds Big Restaurant Benefit to Select Cards

February 5, 2021

AMEX is adding a valuable restaurant benefit to its suite of Hilton, Marriott and Delta personal credit cards. Members can...

Air Travelers to U.S. Will Be Required to Quarantine

January 21, 2021

The U.S. will soon require inbound international air travelers to quarantine upon arrival. The quarantine period will be in addition...

Breaking Down The All-New Free Spirit Loyalty Program

January 21, 2021

Spirit Airlines recently announced an all-new Free Spirit loyalty program, coming January 21, 2021. Here’s what it means for travelers....