Tim Steinke
My wife Erin and my first big journey together went around the world in 100 days for
our honeymoon, a trip in which I had one car accident and got one speeding ticket in every country that we visited (I think that I may still have an arrest warrant in New Zealand for an unpaid ticket, but we’ll keep that between us). We currently
live in Washington State; we own a winery, ski after work and hike as much as our elderly knees will let us.
(Last day) World of Hyatt announces 2026 category changes. They’re not inspiring.
Update 5/19/26: Just a quick reminder that both Hyatt's category changes and changes to how its overall award chart will work will be effective...
(Update) JetBlue and United Blue Sky reciprocal elite benefits go live this week
Last year, United and JetBlue announced a new partnership they're calling "Blue Sky," a name that's likely raised some digital eyebrows at the social media app "Bluesky."
Reciprocal...
Chase Ultimate Rewards offering 55% transfer bonus to Marriott
On May 1, Chase launched a 65% transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy, meaning you'd get 1.65 Bonvoy points for every Ultimate Reward point that...
Mastercard launches “Taste by Priceless” Lounges
It seems like every Tom, Dick, airline, and credit card issuer has their own airport lounge these days. Never one to miss out on...
US Bank Amazon Business cards are live with targeted welcome offers of up to...
Early this week, US Bank officially launched its new Amazon Business Cards for new applications.
In and of itself, the card is interesting to Amazon...
Chase Sapphire and Freedom promo for 10x when using Paze is worth a look
Until yesterday, I'd never heard of Paze. Today, I'm very interested.
That's because Doctor of Credit posted about a promo that Chase quietly added to...
30% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Southwest Rapid Rewards
Chase has launched a new transfer bonus today, and it's one that we don't often see. Until June 5th, you can receive an additional...
(EXPIRED) Citi ThankYou Rewards: Last weekend to share points between cardholders (Ends May 17th)
5/15/26: We've now reached the final weekend for points sharing between Citi ThankYou Rewards customers. If you want to share points with your partner, friend,...
Targeted Bilt cardholder promo: 10K bonus points after $1k in spend
Bilt Rewards is targeting some cardholders with a nice little spending offer: a bonus of 10K points after spending $1,000 on the card within...
American Airlines shopping portal promo: Earn up to 2000 bonus miles
The American Airlines shopping portal is offering up to 2,000 bonus miles when shopping at both in-store and online retailers.
The Deal
American Airlines shopping...
Amex Marriott Bonvoy Business card: 150K bonus points + $125 with new welcome offer
The Marriott Bonvoy Business card can be worth holding for Marriott aficionados, thanks to its annual combination of 15 elite night credits and a...
Hyatt Brand Explorer: Now with 38 brands, earn up to 7 free nights
Hyatt's Category 1-4 free night certificates can be earned in several ways, most commonly as an anniversary perk of the Chase World of Hyatt...
IHG Amex Offer: Spend $250+, get $50 back
There's an IHG Amex Offer out that gives you $50 back when you spend at least $250 at select IHG properties in the US,...
(EXPIRED) Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders can get a free year of WHOOP (fitness wearable)
WHOOP is a wearable fitness tracker, kind of a cross between Oura Rings and Fitbit. The American Express Platinum Card® offers a $200 annual...
