The best cool-weather European destinations to visit in summer
If you don’t love hot weather, you may want to reconsider booking a trip to typical European summer vacation destinations this year. Greece experienced two of its longest-lasting heat waves in 2023 and 2024. In Athens, the Acropolis was closed to visitors for several afternoons last July as temperatures soared above 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Last […]
How to transfer Chase points to United
Chase Ultimate Rewards points are one of my favorite transferable rewards currencies due to the sheer number of high-value airline and hotel loyalty programs these points let me access. I often transfer Chase points to World of Hyatt, but you can also transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points to many other partners, including United MileagePlus. Here’s […]
Fairmont Kea Lani review – The Points Guy
Fairmont Kea Lani provided TPG with a complimentary three-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren’t subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. The Fairmont Kea Lani originally debuted on Wailea’s Polo […]
How to maximize points and miles on Lyft rides
You’re hopefully already using a rewards credit card to earn points or miles when paying for Lyft rides. However, you can earn even more points or miles on your rides by utilizing one of Lyft’s many partnerships with other loyalty programs. Delta and Lyft recently ended their partnership, so you can no longer earn SkyMiles […]
The best cards for JetBlue flyers
JetBlue has arguably some of the best snacks among domestic airlines and offers free inflight Wi-Fi and the most legroom in economy — what’s not to love? Here, we’ve picked the top credit cards that fit the various needs of loyal JetBlue flyers, including four cobranded options from Barclays and three general travel cards. Comparing […]
Why you need a personal and business Marriott Bonvoy credit card
One of the best perks of the Marriott Bonvoy family of credit cards is the complimentary elite night credits you receive each year — ranging from 15 to 25 nights, depending on which card you have. And if you hold both a personal and a business credit card, you earn up to 40 elite night […]
Dress like your Condor airplane and reap a reward
When German leisure airline Condor began flying its new Airbus A330neos bearing the carrier’s colorful striped livery, a pilot tried to convince a traveler (me) that a few days before each flight, passengers could vote on what color stripes would be on their aircraft. Condor started rolling out its striped livery in April 2022, citing […]
Book Lufthansa first-class flight to Europe using Chase’s 100,000-point welcome offer
Germany’s flagship carrier — Lufthansa — has engineered a quintessential first-class experience: luxurious, functional, consistent and comfortable, yet without the over-the-top opulence of some of its counterparts. A Lufthansa first-class ticket can set you back over $11,000. Luckily, you are able to book this product using points and miles. While there’s no debating that Lufthansa […]
Score bonus miles: Register now for United’s latest Mile Play promotion
United Airlines has launched a new round of Mile Play promotions, which award bonus miles to targeted members after they complete specific tasks. Now’s a good time to check your eligibility and register — even if you’re unsure about your upcoming travel plans. To see if you’re eligible and register, visit United’s Mile Play page. […]
The credit reporting agency your bank uses matters — here’s why
One of the most important things to know when you apply for a credit card is which credit bureau the bank uses to pull your credit report. Your credit report is a detailed record of your credit history that can determine whether or not you are approved for a new line of credit, such as […]