The Bellagio is a legendary hotel in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, but I recently had a somewhat disappointing stay there. After posting a room tour I did while at the hotel — the only post of mine […]
The best Chase credit cards to add to your wallet
Chase credit cards have always held a special place in my heart — and my wallet. My very first credit card, the United℠ Explorer Card (see rates and fees), was a Chase product, and it introduced me to the world […]
Best coastal hotels to visit in the US
The moment the audience saw Diane Keaton’s dreamy house in the iconic film “Something’s Gotta Give,” a timeless aesthetic was born. The neutral tones, that light-and-airy kitchen and, of course, the enviable beachfront location made this space practically the third […]
Amex Platinum Saks credit expires June 30 — how to use it
The American Express Platinum Card® is losing a statement credit at the end of this month. If you haven’t used it yet, now is the time to do so. Amex is saying goodbye to the Platinum card’s biannual Saks Fifth […]
The pricey Priority Pass mistake I made twice and never will make again
My favorite credit card perk is bringing friends and family into lounges for free as guests. I love letting my kids go to town on hot chocolate and treats during long layovers and hearing their decided opinions on the lounges […]
Amex adds some restriction language for using Resy credit — but here’s what that really means
Over the weekend, some eagle-eyed Amex cardholders noticed new language indicating that, beginning Aug. 1, restaurants would need to display a badge on the Resy website showing whether they were eligible for the built-in Resy statement credits* on the American […]
Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express review
The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card strikes a balance between airline perks and elite-status benefits. While it doesn’t include Delta Sky Club access, it offers several valuable features that can easily justify its $350 annual fee (see rates […]
How I maximize home expenses through credit cards
After 10 years of homeownership, I’ve had my fair share of pricey expenses. Washing machine won’t complete a wash cycle? That’ll be $330 for the labor and part swap. Fireplace won’t stay lit? Goodbye $460 for the cleaning and inspection […]
June points and miles deals: Earn more with these offers
From bonus points on your next hotel stay to sales on award tickets, we’re always looking for travel deals that help you earn more points and miles and redeem them for maximum value. In other words, we want to help […]
United explores ‘Eurobusiness’ concept for its newest planes
United Airlines might outfit its newest planes with a seating setup that’s far more common on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. The Chicago-based carrier said it’s exploring blocking the middle seats on some rows of its brand-new Airbus […]