(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...
8 days in Crete: Here’s what we did
My wife and I recently spent a lovely eight days on the Greek island of Crete. Neither of us had been before, but we...
My credit card application was declined. Now what? | Question of the Week Ep03...
My credit card application was declined. Now what?
We get this kind of question a lot. And the truth is, credit card application strategies may...
Surprisingly strong Citi Travel results, the best credit card combinations that cost less than...
A long-running joke in this space is that there's no IT in Hyatt. That's because Hyatt has long been known for its less-than-stellar IT.
I...
Best $95 travel credit card combo | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep358 |...
We talk a lot about the ultra-premium credit cards with expensive annual fees, but there are plenty of people interested in credit cards with...
[Jun/Jul ’26 added!] Baseball fans: Capital One once again has great seats for 5,000...
Update 5/15/26: Tickets are now available for June and July games. Get on 'em if you want 'em!
Remember -- there are only 4 cardholder-exclusive...
(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,...
Analysis paralysis: Which way to pay for a 2-night hotel stay?
Hotel credits have become rather ubiquitous on travel rewards credit cards. I would say that I'm swimming in hotel credits, but the truth is...
Are you eligible for a new Marriott card? (Brilliant changes reversed)
A couple of months ago, we updated this post to account for new rules limiting eligibility for Amex Bonvoy Brilliant and Bevy card bonuses....
The best card for Priority Pass lounges, experiences, and restaurants
Many credit cards include Priority Pass membership as a perk. Many airport lounges across the world accept Priority Pass for free entry. But Priority...
Another round of rental car comparison shopping reminds me to shop around
Several of my upcoming trips involve a rental car. My habit has long been to primarily shop for rental cars through the comparison site...
Is the Bilt Palladium card worth its $495 annual fee? | Coffee Break Ep105...
With most ultra-premium cards it's possible to simply add up how much you value each perk and see if it meets or exceeds the...
How to keep airline miles and hotel points alive (2026)
How do you keep your points and miles alive? What counts as a qualifying activity to extend the life of miles? Here are the...
Hotel review: JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa
My wife and I spent eight nights in Crete recently, five at Domes Noruz Chania (see my review here), followed by three nights at...
